Natalie Naudus, an influencer with over 100,000 Instagram followers, recently recounted her family’s 6-day Disney World vacation. The price tag? $8,370. Her post ended with her daughter’s unexpected reaction: “I thought Disney would be cooler.” Which raises the question: could the same amount of money have created greater happiness elsewhere? Happiness, or “utility” as economists
Policyholders pay good money for their insurance. But when a loss occurs or someone sues you, insurance coverage is not automatic. People who make insurance claims face several potential pitfalls that may prevent them from getting what they paid for. One of the first mistakes policyholders sometimes make is failing to promptly notify the insurance
Hopefully you survived the bitter cold weather that we have recently experienced. The warmer weather appears to be back and maybe our Colorado spring starts soon. Property Tax Statements In January, county treasurers mailed out property tax statements to the residents of Colorado. As Jefferson County Treasurer, I sent out those statements the week of
The wildfires that tore through California have left scars on the land and reduced homes to ash. The haunting images and stories should resonate deeply with Coloradans—we, too, are no strangers to devastation. In 2020 alone, Colorado lost 348,925 acres to three massive wildfires: Cameron Peak, East Troublesome, and Pine Gulch. We now stand at
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
Living at home as a teenager in today’s economy comes with its own set of challenges, and it’s something I think about when I imagine my future. I plan to move out east for college and hopefully start a career out there, but honestly, I’m worried about how the current economy will impact my studies,
Efficiency is the prized yet elusive quest of any organization. Enter the newly minted Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). According to The Independent, their job is to “dismantle government bureaucracy, slash excess regulations, cut wasteful expenditures, and restructure Federal Agencies.” Words like “dismantle” “slash” and “cut” are enough to make anyone clutch their office badge
Sriracha, a fiery red sauce that has captured the taste buds of spicy food enthusiasts around the world, offers not just a kick of heat but also a fascinating study in the realm of trademark and trade dress law. Originating from the coastal city of Si Racha, Thailand, this sauce has transcended its humble beginnings
Amazon recently aired the final episode of its automotive adventure show The Grand Tour. If you’ve never seen it (or its sister production Top Gear), the premise is simple: three British petrolheads (read:blithering idiots) embark on global escapades, tackling obscure missions in remote jungles, frozen rally tracks, and vast deserts—all while driving comically unsuitable vehicles.
Transparency in company operations. For businesses, investors, and legal practitioners, understanding the Act is vital not only for compliance but also to stay ahead in a market that increasingly values transparency and ethical business practices. Background The Corporate Transparency Act was enacted as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021. The
In Ellsworth, Wisconsin, Jon Anderson teaches timber framing on his 30-acre estate. Woodworking nerds from around the country gather to learn the tips and tricks of this obscure craft. I am one of these nerds. For five days, our team of eight students, along with our instructor, worked together to transform 8″x 8″ hunks of
TeamLogic IT, a national provider of managed IT services and technology support for businesses, has opened an office covering the west side of Denver. The business is owned by Mike Treiser and Danny Ramey. TeamLogic IT is a provider of advanced technology solutions for companies of all sizes. Local offices provide clients with the IT
Over the last ten years, Paul Sullivan has found the recipe for success at Esters, the community-oriented bar and restaurant chain he co-owns with his wife, Emily Brown. Last month, Sullivan shared his perspective and advice on opening a restaurant with the Neighborhood Gazette. Sullivan, who moved to Denver in 2000, spent 14 years in
This month, an exciting new option for our furry friends’ healthcare is coming to Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood. On October 28th, Berkeley Animal Hospital will officially open for business on Lowell Boulevard just south of 44th Avenue. The clinic will offer standard medical services including wellness exams, vaccinations, spaying, neutering and more. Soon-to-be Medical Director Dr.
Our family recently went on vacation… and nothing spectacular happened. We didn’t complete any bucket list challenges and none of our photos made their way to social media. We sat on a beach, roasted a few marshmallows and watched lightning bugs illuminate Lake Huron. It’s an odd feeling to unplug from the modern world for
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
The most unnerving episode of The Twilight Zone is ‘Time Enough At Last.’ Burgess Meredith plays a bank teller who loves reading. Despite objections from his employer and his wife, his habitual reading persists. After a nuclear disaster he becomes the only person left alive. As he plunders a library, fate takes a dark turn
I grew up in Detroit. Which is to say, I had two career paths. My grandfather would tell us, “you can either wear a white collar or blue.” From his Motorcity-minded logic, you could be a person who built cars, or the person managing those builders. One drove a truck, the other a Cadillac. Simple.
My first job in the professional world began with a role that involved ordering parts from local suppliers. Armed with a telephone and phone directory, my task was to call companies to negotiate favorable terms. For more intricate and involved projects, vendors were directed to submit formal proposals, using the “high tech” fax machine. Those
When a loved one is looking for work, it’s all hands on deck! We support them by proof-reading their resumes and improvising mock interviews. I recently went through these motions with a family friend. Her requirements for employment were reasonable enough. A certain wage, medical insurance and the ability to work remotely — but only
“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,
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
Navigating isolation, workload and self-care during the holidays Many think Stephen King’s “The Shining” is about a possessed hotel with sinister intentions. But for me, the story serves as a metaphor for the perils of isolation and Jack Torrance’s descent into madness. The challenges faced by the characters in the Overlook Hotel eerily parallel the
