Exhibition of Joe Cauchi Original Art September 6-27: Come view Cauchi’s works created between 1930 to 1980 at Artcentric Gallery. His paintings are not just decoration – they document “on-site” moments inspired by rural farmworkers, families seeking to survive the Great Depression, and “snap-shot” paintings of ordinary life in small towns contrasted with life and
As the dog days of summer slowly recede underneath the beauty of fall leaves, we welcome back our students, teachers, and parents to another school year. While Edgewater is small, we are unique in that we have four school campuses in a city less than 0.8 square miles in size. Our schools are unique in
The City of Wheat Ridge was presented with $2M Community Project Fund (CPF) grant from the Department of Housing & Urban Development, that was made possible through the advocacy of Congresswoman Brittany Pettersen and Senator John Hickenlooper. The announcement event, held last Thursday, saw a gathering of community stakeholders and featured remarks from Mayor Bud
The Regional Transportation District (RTD) Board of Directors unanimously approved continuing the Zero Fare for Youth program beyond the agency’s one-year pilot. The zero-fare program, which enables youth ages 19 and under to use all RTD services at no cost, will now become a permanent fare change for the agency. Following tonight’s approval by RTD’s
Wait what? You can just imagine my reaction when the Wheat Ridge Theatre company asked me to run an ad for their next play titled “Bad Jews”. I mean our city is already home to one of the largest Nazi music distributors in the country, and I’m thinking “now what???” Turns out it’s an award-winning
Growing up in Wheat Ridge, I spent my formative years living near 38th and Allison Court, with my grandparents just a stone’s throw away at 32nd and Zephyr Court. Many fond memories revolve around wandering the grounds of Lutheran Hospital, exploring the adjacent undeveloped land that felt like a hidden park. We would feed the
New buildings in the center of the former Lutheran Hospital campus would be at least two stories shorter than the hospital building, if Wheat Ridge voters approve a city charter amendment in the Nov. 5 general election. The city council initially approved the amendment’s ballot language on Aug. 12 . The measure’s approval is sought
Jeffco and Denver-area art lovers will have a unique opportunity to discover the two bold painting styles of Joe Cauchi, on First Friday, September 6, 2024, at Artcentric, 7172 W.38th Ave, in Wheat Ridge from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Joe Cauchi’s early work is a visual tour of the 1930’s, depicting field workers, city
Last year Jefferson Board of Education voted to shut down 16 elementary schools. This was a way to save 12 million dollars. Among them, Kullwerstrand and Wilmore Davis in Wheat Ridge, Vivian (also known as Classic Academy) in Lakewood, were ones that Wheat Ridge families had attended. The plan was to consider 2 buildings every
The Town held a Public Hearing on August 19th to share a summary of the work done in the past several years and receive public comment. The work was funded by grants from the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) and the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Public Works Coordinator David Nugent presented and answered questions
As you may recall, last month the Mountain View Town Council officially adopted an updated comprehensive plan that will guide our development and growth for the coming years. This plan is a result of extensive community outreach over the course of a full year, and it articulates a shared vision for the future of Mountain
Edgewater’s urban forest plays an essential role in the city, providing numerous tangible and intangible benefits to residents, visitors, neighboring communities, and wildlife. As such Edgewater’s newly adopted 2024 Urban Forest Master Plan will play a pivotal role to ensure the protection and growth of the community’s urban forest for years to come. What trees
September is the month of our annual Hometown Fest where we celebrate all things Edgewater. To celebrate where we are it is good to look back at the history of our little slice of Colorado. Edgewater, Colorado, is a vibrant community with a rich history dating back to the late 19th century. Originally a lakeside
I step inside ‘Stylus & Crate’, located along West 38th Avenue and order a black cup of coffee. Owner Tadd Overstreet joined me a few minutes later with a gentle apology. “Sorry” he says as he takes a seat “the fire department was inspecting our suppression equipment today.” But my attention isn’t on his tardiness,
As the new school year approaches, ensuring that students are healthy and ready to learn is a top priority. By keeping kids up-to-date on their immunizations, we can keep them safe from certain illnesses and avoid missing days in school. At Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH), we make it easy for parents to get their
Is there anyone who doesn’t remember the Beatles lyrics, “Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m sixty-four”? For some of us, 64 seemed like several lifetimes away when we first sang along to this hit, and now many of us are there or even beyond this milestone. Truth is, although
As a self-described searcher and seeker I am always looking for opportunities to learn and grow. I have an insatiable curiosity that often is evidenced in my saved articles to read later and podcasts in queue. One such podcast, The Diary of a CEO, taught me a new term in a recent episode: metacognition. Metacognition
It’s the things you don’t see that make the Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival so special. Behind the scenes is a world of meticulous planning and coordination that most visitors will never notice – and that’s by design. “I’m talking to the police at two o’clock in the morning before each day of the festival, saying,
Are you glad the dog days of summer are finally past? Hold on, there’s actually one more “dog day” as fall approaches, and it’s the funniest of all the Historical Society’s Second Saturday Socials: September’s Dogs on Paw-rade, scheduled for the 14th from 10:00 to 2:00 at the Baugh House (11361 W. 44th Ave). This
As the voting period for local ballot measures draws near, Localworks is committed to ensuring that Wheat Ridge residents are well-informed. On September 26, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m., Localworks will host Ballots and Beans at Stylus and Crate to educate the community on the upcoming decisions regarding the future of the Lutheran Legacy
This past April, we embarked on an exciting journey together to shape the future of our beloved Wheat Ridge through the development of our new City Plan. This comprehensive plan is more than just a document—it’s a shared vision that will guide our community for the next 20 years, reflecting our values, priorities, and hopes
The planting season is upon us! Yes, you heard that right. Fall is actually a great time for planting a variety of things. If you have been planning to add new trees, shrubs, and various perennials to your garden, you may not have to wait until Spring. In fact, many plants will benefit from a
Hi all. Happy September. Ken Hall, aka Bird Nut, here again. After talking bees, spiders, and dragonflies, I’ve decided to return to my bird nut roots. Rather than talk of fleeting migratory, here today gone tomorrow birds, I’ve singled out a most common , frequently seen feathered friend. The Northern Flicker. Other than the fact
I am a self-confessed Olympics junkie. Having attended 2 Olympics in person, I follow them every 2 years and still not sure whether I prefer the summer or winter versions. This year’s Summer Olympics in France produced more world records and social media footage than ever. Yes, it’s easy to harp on the complaints of
