The year 2023 brought some big planning discussions to our Council table, including a temporary moratorium on the Short-Term Rental Licenses as the Council considers how to best regulate these unique situations. Community Members are invited to share their opinions by writing to the Town Clerk or Mayor Mitcham. Council will be considering proposed changes
On Monday, November 13, during our regular business meeting, the Wheat Ridge City Council held public comment both in person and via Zoom as we have done since March of 2020, allowing public participation from home. Unfortunately, for the first time since holding a hybrid accessible public forum, several participants logged in remotely to share
Ken Hall shares winter bird species to look out for as the seasons change. As many of our Spring and Summer bird friends have moved on to warmer climates, our Winter guests have arrived. Appearing to increase in species and numbers each day. Bushtits, Juncos, White Crowned Sparrows, and many more are too numerous to
A few weeks ago I jotted down the intuitive nudge I received on this month’s column. Today, as I sit down to write and edit, I’m realizing the irony of this December headline. December for many is a season of gift giving, and I’m being guided to show how embracing discomfort is indeed a wonderful
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
The Jeffco Schools consolidation process has been, simply put, tough. The merged school populations are working hard to make the best of a challenging situation but the loss of culture and community is draining for students, families and staff. The school district branded the closure process “Regional Opportunities for Thriving Schools” but I have talked
My dad always told me that he would rather see the KKK march down main street in full daylight for all to see, rather than have them meet in dark basements. Last week at council, several speakers, using fake names, signed up for public speaking to get their three minutes to talk about rounding up
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
If you are a person who maintains a healthy body weight, exercises aerobically for at least 150 minutes (about 2 and a half hours) a week, eats a healthy diet consisting of a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, low in saturated fats and devoid of refined carbs and sugar, and if you are a
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 these days of online everything, shoppers must automatically trust the products they’re going to receive without seeing the actual physical items. We live in a world where we expect (and secretly regret!) the planned obsolescence of our purchases. How did this come to pass? Consider clothing: few people are willing to put in the
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”
Before you embark on that exciting home improvement project or decide to add a new feature to your property, there’s a crucial step you shouldn’t overlook — pulling the right permits. The City of Edgewater wants to ensure that your projects comply with safety codes and zoning regulations, so here’s your go-to guide for navigating
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
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
Tis the season to be jolly and show off those pearly whites! As the snowflakes fall and the holiday spirit fills the air, there’s no better time to celebrate not only the joys of the season but also the joys of a healthy, radiant smile. From all of us in dentistry, we’re embracing the holiday
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
