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Opinion: Slumming on East Colfax Avenue

By Kathryn CharlesOctober 13, 2024

With the closing of Natural Grocers, Colfax is returning to it reputation as “the longest, wickedest street in America.”

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Opinion: As a Denver Chef, I Care About Having Access to Locally Produced Meat

By Caroline GloverOctober 13, 2024

Measure 309 would shut down a local food source, hurting restaurants, families and workers. That’s why I’m proud to be Superior Farms’ October 2024 Lambassador.

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Reader: Doesn’t Trump Have Better Things to Do Than Visit Aurora?

By Westword ReadersOctober 6, 2024

On September 18, the former president said he’d be here to check out those Venezuelan gangs within two weeks. We’re still waiting.

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‘Could You Possibly Post Something Remotely Positive About Dating?’

By Westword ReadersOctober 5, 2024

After “The Nine Kinds of Single Women You Meet in Denver,” he’s looking for a happy story.

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Opinion: Gays Against Groomers Earns Its Acronym, GAG

By Teague BohlenOctober 4, 2024

The group’s Colorado spokesman makes his case for the October 5 rally, but…no. Just no.

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Commentary: Elijah, Ketamine, Police, Paramedics and the Lack of EMS Assessment

By David LeonardSeptember 29, 2024

Aurora Police and Fire did more harm by providing the impetus for the legislature to remove ketamine for use for anything but pain management.

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Reader: Colorado – Come for the Blow, Stay for the Snow

By Westword ReadersSeptember 29, 2024

This state was just named the country’s top spot for cocaine use…again.

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Reader: Here We Go Again With the Debate Over New Mexico and Colorado Green Chile

By Westword ReadersSeptember 29, 2024

Are Mosco peppers grown outside Pueblo the best in the country? Discuss.

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Reader: There Have to Be Better “Dateless in Denver” Submissions, Right?

By Westword ReadersSeptember 28, 2024

Don’t like what you’re reading? Share your own dating story!

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Reader: It’s a No-Brainer to Spot an Expired Tag and Write a Ticket

By Westword ReadersSeptember 28, 2024

The Denver Police Department is cracking down on expired license plates…again

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Analysis: Denver’s Experiment With Asylum-Seekers Isn’t Cheap – But Doing Nothing Might Cost more

By Anita Alves PenaSeptember 21, 2024

The city is piloting a new approach designed to integrate immigrants into the workforce faster.

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Exit Strategy: El Rancho Could Become a QuikTrip

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 17, 2024

The homey-on-the-range restaurant had been a must-stop off Interstate 70 for generations, a spot for tourists and locals alike.

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Dateless in Denver: “The Ick”

By Caroline SchauderSeptember 15, 2024

When worse comes to verse on a date.

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Reader: Scooters Are Not Much More Than Mobile Litter

By Westword ReadersSeptember 15, 2024

Lyft is removing its standalone dockless vehicles from Denver. Will you miss them?

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Reader: Why Pay Attention to Restaurant Recommendations From a Tire Manufacturer?

By Westword ReadersSeptember 15, 2024

Did Spuntino belong on Michelin’s list? What about Sắp Sá»­a?

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Opinion: The Unintended Consequences of Proposition 127

By Mike CostelloSeptember 15, 2024

“I call upon you to consider the unintended consequences of ballot-box biology. How are things going for the voter-mandated wolf relocation experiments?”

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Michelle Obama Makes Surprise Visit to Tattered Cover

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 14, 2024

“You guys be good…and remember to vote,” said the former first lady, who’s touting The Light Within Us.

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Ginger White Brunetti Gets Straight to the Art in Aurora

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 13, 2024

The former head of Denver Arts & Venues is now leading Library and Cultural Services in Colorado’s third-largest city.

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Artist Jim Green, Who Created “Train Call” at the Denver Airport, Has Departed

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 11, 2024

He captured the sounds of this city, from murmuring sidewalks to singing sinks.

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Opinion: The Environmental Case for Denver’s Slaughterhouse Ban

By Dayton MartindaleSeptember 8, 2024

Superior Farms, the largest lamb slaughterhouse in the U.S., would be closed if voters pass Ordinance 309.

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The Vote Is In: Westword Summer Membership Drive a Winner

By Patricia CalhounSeptember 8, 2024

As we start a new year and focus on the upcoming election season, we’re thankful for our loyal readers.

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Reader: It’s Like the Casa Bonita I Remember as a Kid…but Cleaner!

By Westword ReadersSeptember 8, 2024

The pink eatertainment palace will finally start taking reservations on September 16. But is it worth the wait…and the money?

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