Daniel Greeson

Education

Wheat Ridge Families Increasingly Seeking Alternatives to Traditional Public Schooling

More than 1.4 million American students left traditional public schools between 2019 and 2023. Wheat Ridge has been no exception to this trend, as evidenced by closing schools and declining enrollment in recent years. Across Wheat Ridge and Jefferson County, families are increasingly choosing charter schools, homeschooling, and private education over traditional public schools. Susan

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Daniel Greeson February 3, 2026
Wheat Ridge

Wheat Ridge Meats Finds Its Footing Under New Name

Three months after opening, Wheat Ridge Meats owner Jeff Prah is still working to carve out the business’s own identity. The shop at 5650 W. 29th Ave. opened in October as Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meats, the same name that had graced the location since 1942. But when the former owner, Jessica Bobitsky, sold the

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Daniel Greeson February 3, 2026
Community

Why Wheat Ridge’s Bowling Scene is Booming

Covid-19 killed a lot of things, but bowling wasn’t one of them. In fact, according to Wheat Ridge Lanes owner Spencer Frame, the pandemic did the opposite: it helped create a bowling renaissance in Wheat Ridge. “After Covid, people really wanted to get together because they were isolated for so long,” Frame says. ““In the

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Daniel Greeson February 3, 2026
Health

Local Researchers Work to Predict COPD Before Symptoms Appear

What if doctors could tell you decades in advance whether you’re likely to develop lung disease? Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus are working to make that idea a reality. Dr. William Vandivier, a professor in the pulmonary division at CU and director of UCHealth’s Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) program, is

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Daniel Greeson January 3, 2026
Community

Wheat Ridge Drivers Navigate New Continuous Flow Intersections on Wadsworth

After nearly four years of construction, two new continuous flow intersections (CFIs) opened on Wadsworth Boulevard in December, marking a major step in one of the largest infrastructure projects in Wheat Ridge history. The CFI at Wadsworth and 38th Avenue opened on December 9, followed by the second intersection at 44th Avenue on December 16.

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Daniel Greeson January 3, 2026
Community

So You Want to Open a Restaurant?

Jeff Hurlburt has heard it a thousand times. Someone walks into Clancy’s Irish Pub, orders a beer, surveys their surroundings, and says something like: “Man, I’d love to own a place like this.” There’s a certain romanticism to the idea of owning a restaurant. You may picture yourself welcoming regulars by name, sharing wisecracks with

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Daniel Greeson December 3, 2025
Sustainability

Dispute Ignites Over Indigenous Food Project at Wheat Ridge Community Garden

A partnership between the City of Wheat Ridge and an Indigenous food project has dissolved after two growing seasons, with both parties sharing conflicting accounts of what went wrong at Happiness Community Gardens. Narissa Ribera, founder of Ch’il Indigenous Foods and a member of the Navajo Nation, says the City of Wheat Ridge failed to

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Daniel Greeson November 5, 2025
Wheat Ridge

City of Wheat Ridge Moves Forward with Stormwater Utility Fee

After years of watching streets collapse and emergency repairs drain city funds, Wheat Ridge City Council has taken the first step toward creating a stormwater utility that would charge property owners monthly fees to maintain and upgrade the city’s drainage infrastructure. During an October 13 city council meeting, council members voted to begin implementing a

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Daniel Greeson November 5, 2025
Community

Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meats to Reopen, Preserving 83-Year Legacy

After months of uncertainty following its closure in May, Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meats will soon reopen under new ownership, preserving a legacy dating back to 1942. Jeff Prah, a veteran of Denver’s meat industry, has taken over the 5650 W. 29th Avenue shop’s lease and plans to open it again in mid-October. The new

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Daniel Greeson October 1, 2025
Community

Wheat Ridge Auto Service Marks 45 Years, Provides Summer Heat Tips

Gary Bryan has always done business the same way: no gimmicks, no upselling, no sugarcoating, just straightforward answers and hard work. On July 17, his shop, Wheat Ridge Auto Service, marked 45 years of keeping cars running in the Wheat Ridge community. There’s no website, no online scheduling, and Gary doesn’t advertise. “I guess it

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Daniel Greeson August 6, 2025
Community

Three Generations In, Edwards Meats is Going Stronger Than Ever

When Herb Edwards opened Edwards Meats as a small counter behind a friend’s fruit stand in 1962, Wheat Ridge looked almost nothing like it does today. Sixty-three years later, Herb’s grandson, Darin, runs the same family business, one of the few shops of its kind that has stood the test of time. During a 1966

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Daniel Greeson August 6, 2025
Community

Petition Aims to Overturn Council-Approved Lutheran Legacy Campus Rezoning

Just weeks after Wheat Ridge City Council unanimously approved rezoning the 100-acre Lutheran Legacy Campus, a citizen-led petition looks to overturn the decision and force a re-vote, that could lead to a special election later this year. The council’s April 28 vote established a new zone district known as Mixed Use–Lutheran Legacy Campus, with a

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Daniel Greeson June 3, 2025
Community

The Green at 38th Nears August Completion

After years of planning, delays, and community input, Wheat Ridge is just months away from unveiling a new public space designed to bring the community together. The Green at 38th, located on 38th Avenue near Upham Street, is on track for August 2025 completion, with a grand opening planned for Saturday, September 6. “The team

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Daniel Greeson June 3, 2025
Community

Localworks Celebrates 20 Years of Community Building in Wheat Ridge

Twenty years ago, Wheat Ridge was at a crossroads – it faced declining household sizes, deteriorating homes, and a dwindling sense of community. In response, the city launched Wheat Ridge 2020, a nonprofit meant to transform Wheat Ridge into a lively, sustainable, and connected community. That nonprofit is now called Localworks, and it is celebrating

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Daniel Greeson May 7, 2025
Community

Getting Your Car Ready for Summer: Expert Advice from Wheat Ridge Auto

With summer road trips coming up, making sure your car is in top shape can make all the difference between smooth travels and roadside assistance. To get the best advice on summer car maintenance, we spoke with Gary Bryan, owner of Wheat Ridge Auto Services, who has been keeping local vehicles running for over 45

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Daniel Greeson April 1, 2025
Community

Wheat Ridge Organizations Work to Turn the Tide on Local Homelessness

The distance between having a home and having no home is shorter than many people think. In Jefferson County, the path to homelessness often starts with a missed rent payment, a family conflict, or a job loss – common situations that, without the right support, can have a snowball effect. “Life can be hard, even

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Daniel Greeson March 3, 2025
Marketplace

Anteak Booteek Bridges Three Centuries of Vintage Clothing

What began as a high school dream for Wheat Ridge local Diane Allison has evolved into a bustling vintage clothing shop on 38th Avenue. Anteak Booteek isn’t just a vintage clothing store – it’s a place where history hangs on every rack. Allison’s passion for transforming clothing goes back to her junior high days at

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Daniel Greeson February 5, 2025
Community

Community Blooms Brightly at the 55th Annual Carnation Festival

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,

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Daniel Greeson September 4, 2024
Education

Robb Gneiser leaves a legacy of connection at Windy Peak Outdoor Lab

“It’s all about people and positivity.” This mantra guided Robb Gneiser through 14 years as principal at Windy Peak Outdoor Lab, an outdoor education program for middle school students in Jefferson County.  Founded in 1975 and located on 205 acres in Bailey, Colorado, Windy Peak provided an immersive educational experience to an estimated 60,000 students

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Daniel Greeson April 30, 2024
Edgewater

Edgewater School Transportation Plan Aims for Safer, Smoother Commutes

In a move to address transportation challenges faced by families around Lumberg and Edgewater Elementary Schools, the City of Edgewater has initiated a community-based transportation planning program.  The Edgewater School Transportation Plan is currently in the public input phase, with the project’s website acting as a hub for information and engagement. Organizers hope to accommodate

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Daniel Greeson January 31, 2024
Arts

Art Groups Work Together To Promote Local Artists And Programs

The Wheat Ridge arts community is growing rapidly, and this growth can largely be credited to its interconnectivity and diversity.  “This is really just a group of artists that support one another,” said Sandra Davis, a local Wheat Ridge artist, member of the Wheat Ridge Art League, and board member of the Wheat Ridge Cultural

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Daniel Greeson January 3, 2024
Edgewater

Altitunes Finds Harmony In Music Education

Altitunes, a Wheat Ridge-based music school, is revolutionizing the landscape of local music education with its comprehensive, science-based approach. Susie Frey and Amy Erhard, co-owners of the school, seek to combine musical education with holistic personal development. This multi-dimensional approach goes beyond the traditional scope of scales and musical notes to foster important life skills. 

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Daniel Greeson September 6, 2023
Community

Local Police Weathering National Staffing Shortages

Despite the staffing challenges faced by police departments across the country, local departments have managed to weather the storm more effectively than many of their counterparts. The Wheat Ridge Police Department has experienced staffing fluctuations due to ongoing training programs and new hires. According to an interview with Joanna Small, the department’s public information officer,

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Daniel Greeson August 2, 2023
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