Amidst the savory aromas and steadfast crockpots, fourteen contestants showcased their culinary skills at the Wheat Ridge Grange’s annual chili cook-off on Thursday, Jan. 18. More than 50 attendees escaped the dropping temperatures outside to taste, evaluate and vote for their favorite dish. First-time entrant and Wheat Ridge City Council member Jenny Snell captured the
This one took some time to get off the ground — very much like a dreary morning in Wheat Ridge. We asked for readers’ favorite breakfast places. We had many suggestions like Stylus and Crate in Wheat Ridge, Syrup in Edgewater, Apple Ridge Cafe was a crowd favorite, Mercedes was mentioned, as was one reader’s kitchen.
Along with fashions popular in the Era, the Victorians ushered in all sorts of societal change. One lasting convention was the new idea that marriage should be based on romantic love instead of by arrangement or for “convenience.” With the new societal dynamic, references to and descriptions of love appeared frequently. A popular mid-century lithograph,
It was announced as an “emergency town hall meeting” to discuss the thousands of Venezuelan migrants transported to Denver from Texas. With facilities at capacity, Denver was considering moving some families to the Motel 8 on Kipling right here in Wheat Ridge. The application for the room rental at the Wheat Ridge Rec Center was
Wheat Ridge, Mountain View and Edgewater representatives will connect with residents, businesses and partners tomake effective changes in the new year. After being elected in November 2023, newly sworn-in city officials in Wheat Ridge, Mountain View and Edgewater are initiating plans and projects that will support community goals in 2024 and beyond. The Neighborhood Gazette
JeffCo sets its criminal offenders up for success with new programs, resources In Jefferson County, several community partners have teamed up in efforts to give its residents second chances. By seeking to curb recidivism — the tendency of criminal offenders to relapse into illicit behavior — this coalition aims to cut costs to taxpayers and
Family interest in magic led Gerald Robinson to achieve professional goals Like most Colorado natives, a young Gerald Robinson and his family enjoyed meals, cliff divers and magic shows at Casa Bonita. Now, the adult Robinson is part of the tradition at the recently reopened Lakewood restaurant. Robinson, 24, of Edgewater, now works as a
Vernon Ritzman, MD, cared for the Wheat Ridge community for over 40 years through his family medicine practice. Starting his career in 1966 at Denver General Hospital, now Denver Health, Ritzman then served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam war. He joined Lutheran Medical Center’s medical staff in 1970. In 2010, he retired
When Wheat Ridge resident Mark Bassignani went to the doctor for his back pain, he left the appointment with an unexpected prescription. “You don’t seem to hurt when you play pickleball,” Bassignani recalls the doctor saying. “So keep playing and come see me when you can’t play anymore.” He’s been playing seven days a week
For most of our “best of” contests, we had been receiving lots of votes but on just a few submitted names. Meaning that there were not many opinions or that everyone agreed on a handful of choices. But when it comes to Mexican food, the names of Mexican restaurants submitted just kept coming. Evidently there
“I’m here to help businesses succeed,” says Steve Art, economic development manager for the city of Wheat Ridge. “I help the city council fulfill their goal of making Wheat Ridge an economically viable community. “A lot of what I do is marketing, [promoting] the city with the benefits we have to open a business here,
Despite cold and windy weather, hundreds of people gathered at The Green on 38th Avenue for the Wheat Ridge Holiday Celebration on Saturday, Dec. 2. Described by organizer, Beth June as a Hallmark-movie type of event, it featured an abundance of holiday-themed activities including: horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers, crafts, s’mores and refreshments, photos with Santa
Colorado Gives Day is quickly approaching, and Localworks invites you to spend it with us! Join us Tuesday, December 5th, at Esters (10151 W 26th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO) from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. for a unique fundraising event promising an evening of entertainment, excitement and an opportunity to give back to your community. Localworks
The results are in: Best Chinese food in our area with the most votes was New China on 38th and Kipling in Wheat Ridge. Customers raved about New China’s fresh dishes that were still “steaming hot by the time you got home,” said Ondrea Matthews. Though a few were sad that they still only offered
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 give to your host. Instead of the popular Sauvignon Blanc, why not pick up
We first opened our Wheat Ridge location in November 2012 on Wadsworth Blvd. After many good years there, we saw an opportunity in the Youngfield shopping center and moved to a new location in the Fall of 2022. Mike’s Camera re-energizes the way you think, feel, and practice and enjoy the fun of photography. Established
Shelley Miller began her nursing career in 1980. This November marked 33 years of serving patients at Lutheran Medical Center, with more than two decades dedicated to hospice care. Shelley has watched the development and growth of hospice care over her career and has appreciated witnessing its advancing significance and presence in healthcare. She believes
Concerns include the presence of low-income and homeless residents and lack of notice from the city A low-income and homeless apartment building in Wheat Ridge has stirred up nearby residents who said they were left out of the loop before construction began. On April 25, city and Jefferson County officials broke ground on The Ives
Paige Piper stood on the Applewood Golf Course on Sept. 21, watching the sun rise behind dozens of players gathered for Localworks’ first-ever golf tournament, and knew she had succeeded. A year and a half since Piper had taken over as Localworks executive director, it was a huge victory to see so many people come
In remodeling their home, new arrivals to Wheat Ridge discovered a historic map folded up within the walls. Lauren convinced her husband Will to try a move to Colorado for three years just to “scratch that itch.” Moving from Kansas to Jefferson Park, they recently moved again to what Will describes as their “forever home”
As winter approaches, it’s essential to get your home ready to combat the chilly temperatures and harsh weather conditions that often accompany this season. One simple yet effective way to do so is by installing a storm door. Storm doors provide an additional barrier against the elements and offer numerous benefits, from improving energy efficiency
The Jefferson Center for Mental Health will receive $400,000 from the city for mental health services This winter, expanded mental health resources are coming to town. Wheat Ridge has elected to dedicate $400,000 of its federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to the Jefferson Center for Mental Health, a local non-profit providing mental health
Localworks is bringing back a community favorite event: Bar Stool Bingo! Mark your calendars for December 5th, 2023 from 6:00-8:30 p.m at Esters (10151 W 26th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80215). This Colorado Gives Day is easily the best day to give! Why donate to Localworks? Localworks mission is to make Wheat Ridge a more
In the past couple of months we’ve gone into the community and held surveys and polls about our readers’ preferences when it came to particular foods. We first asked “who’s got the best pizza in town?” Pietro’s was victorious by a landslide with Jet’s a distant second. Last month we asked about the best burgers.
