This Month's Top Stories
Gardening Is Truly A Joy For Us
When my husband Murph and I bought this home 50 years ago we thought it was a pretty great place already – a good-sized yard with lots of trees. Today,
Janelle Jerman: Teaching Young Kids Is ‘So Much Fun’
“I love teaching because every day there’s something new,” said Janelle Jerman, a music teacher at Prospect Valley Elementary in Wheat Ridge since 2002. “Teaching the younger kids is great
Monkeypox – What Are The Risks?
Just as we see updated, less restrictive guidance on COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control regarding isolation, testing and social distancing, we now have another infectious disease spreading throughout
Photography For Jon Levy Is Both Art And Craft
“I wake up every morning an hour before sunrise, to be outside 15 minutes before sunrise with the Sony,” says photographer Jon Levy. The “Sony” he’s referring to is the
Around Town
‘Dogs On Display’ To Challenge Canines, Amuse Onlookers
I’ve had at least one dog, sometimes more, for most of my life. I love ‘em. Dogs possess such dedication and have interesting, sometimes quirky,
Housing Affordability In Our City
Every two years, the city conducts a resident survey to learn about perceptions from our residents on life in Wheat Ridge. We ask questions about
E-Bike Batteries Pose Fire & Safety Hazards
E-bikes and scooters are widely seen as a mode of personal transportation with many benefits, a way to reduce urban traffic that is more affordable
Localworks Participates In The 53rd Annual Carnation Festival
On the Weekend of Aug. 12, Localworks participated in Wheat Ridge’s own Carnation Festival, one of the longest running festivals in Colorado. To celebrate the
Whittle Your Waste
Help put an end to food waste – and start composting with us! Edgewater and Scraps offer residents an affordable compost pickup service. You can
Edgewater’s Mental Health Plan
I am excited to share a project that city council, city staff and a few community members are working on. The draft title is Edgewater’s
News and Stories from Around the Corner
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