The holiday season is a magical time filled with joy, decorations, and family gatherings. While we enjoy the festivities, it’s important to be mindful of the potential hazards our pets might face during this time. Here are some essential tips to help you keep your furry companions safe and stress-free this holiday season. Deck the
As a police department, our job is to create public safety for the citizens in our community. While we are proud that crime has dropped for the third consecutive year in Wheat Ridge, and crime is now at levels that we saw before the pandemic, there are still areas of concern for our department, especially
For over half a century, the students of Fairmount Elementary and the residents of Mountain Vista Senior Living have come together each holiday season to celebrate the joy of giving, community, and lasting friendships. This year marked the 55th anniversary of their heartwarming holiday tradition. In 1969, Fairmount Elementary and Mountain Vista Senior Living began
The restaurant scene in Wheat Ridge is a dynamic and vital part of the city’s identity, but it’s not without its challenges. As costs of food and labor continue to rise, many local establishments find themselves grappling with the need to balance quality and affordability. While some restaurants enjoy strong community support, higher prices and
Wheat Ridge, you’ve outdone yourselves. Thanks to your remarkable generosity, this year’s Colorado Gives Day campaign not only met but far surpassed our $10,000 goal, raising an incredible $13,939. This marks the most successful campaign in Localworks’ history—and it’s all thanks to you. As Localworks Executive Director Paige shared, “Three years ago, we had this
January at the Historical Society welcomes the new year with a favorite Second Saturday Social at the Baugh House from 10:00-2:00. It’s Tea Party time, based on the British long-observed tradition of High Tea. WRHS board member Bonnie Botham loves hosting this special day and promises several kinds of tea and a plethora of culinary
Bob Dubois, or “Bob the Roofer,” took several calls to inspect a homeowner’s deteriorating roof and gutters. The roof, held together in some spots with screens and random objects to prevent wild animals from crawling in, wouldn’t earn contractors the quick insurance payout they were hoping to collect, which led companies to drop the job
Closing a public school starts what is usually a lengthy process to determine how those buildings and sites are put to other uses. For example, Kullerstrand, New Classical Academy at Vivian and Wilmore Davis served Wheat Ridge families and were among 16 Jefferson County School District elementaries closed by the school board at the end
One of the top complaints about quality of life the Wheat Ridge Police Department receives is that people are driving too fast on our roads. Thanks to advances in new technology, the department believes it can address these issues more effectively in 2025. On October 28, 2024, Wheat Ridge City Council approved a new ordinance
Have you been putting off estate planning because you aren’t sure why you need an estate plan, or what it does? Don’t worry. It isn’t just you! The primary purpose of estate planning is to make your wishes clear. It will establish who should make decisions for you if you are sick or hurt or
Each month, Andrea Burch, President of Intermountain Lutheran Hospital, shares insights on healthcare innovation, community wellness initiatives, and behind-the-scenes updates on how the new hospital is taking shape. From medical breakthroughs to heartfelt patient stories, this interview connects our readers with the pulse of local healthcare. I met President Burch at a local coffee shop.
Holiday season is upon us, and no one likes to show up to a party or gathering empty handed. Instead of grabbing a bottle of your regular Cabernet or Merlot, get a little creative this year when picking out wines to gift to your host. Instead of the popular Sauvignon Blanc, why not pick up
The food scene is once again heating up in the neighborhood. Super excited that Colorado Plus has reopened after their extensive remodeling project. Love going back to the original menu with the amazing burger. I’m still iffy about the full and no service but I’ll take it. I sit at the bar anyhow. I do
Did you know that the amount of trash we create between Thanksgiving and Christmas is 25 percent more than normal? Also, more edible food is wasted during the holiday season than during any other time of the year. For example, if every American throws away just one bite of turkey with gravy, 8 million pounds
The Wheat Ridge Coalition for Education is hosting a Miracle Shop this holiday season. The shop will be offered to families of Wheat Ridge students who are not able to take advantage of other local assistance. They are now accepting gift donations, and unwrapped items can be dropped off at Jeffco Public Schools, 1829 Denver
This year, in honor of Veterans Day, Prospect Valley Elementary School came together with a heartfelt mission: to show support and appreciation for the men and women serving in the military during the holiday season. Thanks to the generosity of students, faculty, and families, we successfully filled 168 Christmas stockings for our deployed military personnel.
Dust off your “ugly” sweaters and brush up on your trivia knowledge to get ready for a cheer-filled holiday celebration with a healthy dose of friendly competition. Join Localworks and Clear Creek Makerspace for a festive trivia night on Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. As the holiday season approaches, gather your friends
Niya Gingerich sets up her laptop, water bottle, and papers at a corner booth at Edgewater Inn. She signs for orders and talks casually with the bartender on duty. For Gingerich, who took over the historic restaurant in 2023, this is a normal workday. Gingerich owned Local 46 Bar & Biergarten, a beloved fixture in
From outdoor classes and graduation to concerts and festivals to a place to gather, a new Wheat Ridge park promises many fun times. Once completed next summer, the nearly two-acre Green at 38th Park will include a stage/outdoor classroom, civic greenspace, festival promenade for vendors, playground, two fire pits, a game grove, seating areas, significantly
After two and a half years of waiting, a Wheat Ridge police officer finally received the closure he deserves. On October 10, a judge sentenced Andre Jones, the man convicted of the attempted murder of Wheat Ridge Police Officer Allan Fischer, to the maximum sentence of 32 years in prison. Jones will serve three additional
During Gary Bryan’s career as a mechanic and owner of Wheat Ridge Auto Services, Bryan has fixed countless cars with timing belt-related issues. Many customers also ask him for advice when buying a used car. Every car has a different recommended time to replace its timing belt. Some cars don’t even have timing belts. Car
On Thursday, Sept. 26, Lutheran was honored to receive the Wheat Ridge Business of the Year 2024 Investment Award in the category of large business. The City of Wheat Ridge, the Wheat Ridge Business Association (WRBA), and the Wheat Ridge Chamber of Commerce recognized outstanding businesses in the community at the annual Wheat Ridge Business
For children, play isn’t just fun—it’s how they learn, connect, and make sense of the world around them. And in the world of play, representation matters. For kids who use medical devices like G-tubes, canes, or cochlear implants, it’s rare to find toys that reflect their own life experiences. Assistive devices, mobility aids, prosthetics, orthotics,
A mainstay of Wheat Ridge’s bar and restaurant scene is back in business, after an 8-month hiatus to expand and change not only its appearance but its business approach. Co-owner Eugene Kahng has operated the Colorado Plus Brewpub, 6995 W. 38th Ave., in Wheat Ridge for 18 years. During that time, he also volunteered to
