Cycling the streets of your neighborhood can be a great way to feel more connected to your community. Just ask lifelong cycling enthusiast and Wheat Ridge city council member, Jenny Snell. As the owner of a self-described “embarrassing” number of bikes (six, if you’re curious) and the sole-proprietor of the Wheelie Bean, a bicycle coffee
For 67 years, Cub Scout Pack and Scouting Troop 240, chartered in 1957 by the Wheat Ridge Kiwanis Club, have embraced diversity to create a supportive and enriching environment. Troop 240 includes Scouts from varied backgrounds. One Scout found guidance after a parent’s incarceration, while another discovered family support following a parent’s passing. Scouts on
Losing friends or making friends based on their political beliefs is unfortunately quite common these days. In fact disagreeing with someone will almost certainly sever that relationship and have you labeled as a “negative” person. This was by far the most talked about topic at our Gazette booth at RidgeFest and The Edgewater Music Festival.
When Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital opens August 3 at 12911 W. 40th Ave., visitors will see a 110-piece hanging sculpture in the lobby. This dazzling work of art is one of more than 600 interior and exterior works created by about 50 local and Colorado artists for the hospital that replaces the Lutheran Medical Center
Wheat Ridge’s city charter would be subject to more than a dozen potential amendments if voters approve a Nov. 5 general election ballot question. The city council gave consent to the amendments in a June 17 study session and to proposed ballot language in a July 15 study session. A draft ordinance with the ballot
For the last several years, Wheat Ridge businesses along the Wadsworth Boulevard corridor have had to deal with fewer customers — and less revenue — since a $60 million street improvement project began. Brewery Rickoli, 4335 Wadsworth Blvd., on the southwest corner of 44th Avenue and Wadsworth, is one affected business. Owner and brewmaster Rick
Wheat Ridge Historical Society Member Appreciation Day Save Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a Potluck Picnic at the Historical Park, 4610 Robb St. The Society wants to honor all its members, community leaders and residents who have supported us through our Re-imagination Project and other on-going activities. We’ll provide the
This summer, Localworks and Clear Creek Makerspace (CCM) invite community members to bring a vibrant touch to the CCM building exterior through a community paint-by-numbers mural campaign. CCM, located at 9110 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO, will host two community paint events on July 13th and July 27th, allowing painters to add their personal
The small but mighty town of Mountain View — just 12 square blocks nestled between Denver and Wheat Ridge — is offering its residents a new opportunity to reduce waste and improve on their carbon footprints. Mountain View has announced an opt-in composting program for all interested residents, who can now pay a $22 monthly
The Regional Transportation District (RTD) Board of Directors adopted a resolution to submit a ballot question to eligible voters that would allow RTD to remain exempt from the limitations of the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR). “Putting the TABOR question to qualified voters makes sense. Agency polling indicated a strong level of support, with 68%
A proposed rezoning for the current Lutheran Medical Center site in Wheat Ridge is welcomed by its owners as they get ready to move into a state-of-the-art facility at Clear Creek Crossing. The city is preparing a zone district to apply to the downtown property while Intermountain Health has begun talking to interested buyers about
Wheat Ridge bids farewell to Sister Faustina, the esteemed principal of Saints Peter and Paul School. She is a visionary dedicated to the children and families under her care. Let’s cut to the chase: Sister Faustina orchestrated a remarkable transformation at Saints Peter and Paul. Walking through the halls of Wheat Ridge’s Catholic STEM school
Summer is a season of wanderlust, beckoning you to explore new destinations and create lasting memories. Whether you’re embarking on a cross-country road trip, jetting off to exotic locales, or simply enjoying a staycation in your own backyard, summer offers endless opportunities for adventure and discovery. And what better way to preserve those cherished moments
Mountain View’s Council funded a unique sidewalk shading program in 2023 and then did it again in 2024. The goal was to replace the aging trees in town that have unfortunately been reaching the end of their natural lifespan. A total of seventy-two trees have been planted in the two-year program. Thank you to the
Spring has graced our town with vibrant blooms, lush greenery, and renewed life. As our gardens flourish, so do the less desirable elements—those pesky weeds and nuisance trees. This can be especially problematic in the public Right-of-Way (ROW) areas adjacent to properties. The public ROW along the streets of town includes everything from the center
The other night, a big dog was roaming the neighborhood unattended. He shuffled down the sidewalk, and then slowly wandered into the street without looking both ways. Concerned for his safety, I called Jeffcom’s non-emergency line. The operator informed me that Animal Control wouldn’t be available until the morning, due to after-hours. Could I hold
The city of Edgewater cares about trees. Surveys conducted in the early phases of the Edgewater Urban Forest Master Plan process revealed that 96 percent of survey respondents strongly agreed that trees were important to them. During their June 4 meeting, the Edgewater City Council unanimously passed a resolution to adopt the master plan. A
Edgewater, Colorado, celebrates the opening of the newly revamped 25th Avenue, the city’s vibrant “Main Street.” This project, spearheaded by the Edgewater Redevelopment Authority and the City of Edgewater, aims to transform the historic corridor into a safer, more pedestrian-friendly space while enhancing its charm and functionality for residents and visitors alike. Community-Centric Improvements The
Every Friday, Edgewater’s 55 and older crowd gathers to enjoy a strong dose of coffee (or tea!) and insightful conversations with neighbors at the City of Edgewater’s weekly “Coffee and Conversation” event. And on the first Friday of every month, the discussions are extra lively because of the “First Fridays” special guest speaker series. First
Reverse mortgages often carry a negative reputation, but it’s important to clarify that they are not a dangerous scam. In reality, the federally insured reverse mortgage program has undergone significant changes, making it a more suitable option for retirement cash flow planning rather than a last resort for homeowners in desperate need of cash. It
When I sat down to write this month’s editorial, I had this witty idea about how bands change overtime. The Dave Matthews band of the 1990s is not the same band you’ll see on tour today; That Journey needed to learn how to be a band without Steve Perry… I wanted to wax poetically about
Being a self taught nature nut, I present myself with homework assignments frequently. My latest is what happens to me after a day of wandering about , staring up into trees. It’s as close as I can imagine the release some feel after deep meditation. Since I don’t do meditation, I will guess. Relaxed, a
If you remember my April column, I nudged each of you to get curious with yourselves and your “why” behind your actions or inactions. This month I’m taking that to a level deeper and putting a new spin on procrastination with the hope of helping us all shift out of it and into action. Many
A long-time reader wrote in asking about “the forgotten organ: the spleen.” Maybe he was motivated by the common references found on social media about this elusive organ or the lack of telethons in its support. Forgotten by some, the spleen is in the forefront of a trauma surgeon’s mind when a patient arrives at
