As a veterinarian serving the Wheat Ridge and greater Denver community, one of the most common things I hear during urgent visits is, “I wasn’t sure if this could wait.” When it comes to possible emergencies, it’s always better to err on the side of caution. Recognizing the signs of a true emergency—and knowing what
Get ready for the most egg-citing morning of the year. The Annual Egg Hunt is hopping back into Anderson Park on Saturday, March 28 at 10 a.m., with a rain date of April 4. This FREE community favorite promises a morning full of springtime fun for families of all ages. Children will dash across the
The Jeffco Community Network is pleased to announce the spring 2026 session of Civic Spark, a hands-on training for Jefferson County residents that will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and connections to become an effective community champion for local issues. The Spring 2026 cohort will focus on three key issues in Jeffco: housing, early
Jefferson Jr./Sr. High School has spent a decade on Colorado’s list of lowest-performing schools. Now, for the first time in 10 years, it’s close to leaving that list: a milestone that would have to happen if the school wants to save its future. Jefferson Jr./Sr. High, a 7-12-grade school of about 600 students, has faced
When Marc Gallivan’s parents were looking for an alternative to traditional schooling in 1998, they made a bold decision: moving from New Mexico to Wheat Ridge. They did this so their children could attend a school where students set their schedules, choose their subjects, and help make big decisions. Twenty-seven years later, Gallivan still hasn’t
This summer, Colorado employers will be subject to additional regulations around the collection and storage of biometric identifiers and biometric data. On July 1, 2025, the Biometric Amendment to the Colorado Privacy Act will take effect. While largely targeted at the collection and retention of biometric data from consumers generally, the Biometric Amendment also provides
As a newly elected council member experiencing my first few months on Council, I’ve been reflecting with gratitude on our city and want to say thank you to everyone for this experience and the beginning of an amazing opportunity to serve. To the residents of District IV, thank you for the trust you’ve placed in
After crime in Wheat Ridge peaked during the pandemic in 2021, the Wheat Ridge Police Department has been aggressively tackling hyper-local issues through strong staffing and proactive policing to create a better, safer quality of life for residents. In 2025, persons crimes, things like robberies, assaults and homicide, were level compared to 2024. The Department
Have you ever stopped to notice how you handle discomfort or hard moments? I come from a long line of avoiders who will do everything in their power not to do that uncomfortable thing that will move the needle, have that hard conversation that will re-strengthen that relationship, or invest in a coach, therapist, or
I often get asked how I got started in a career in nutrition. The answer is simple: I believe deeply in the power of prevention—and the power of choice. The follow-up questions are usually more personal. How do I lose these last 10 pounds? Do I have to eat kale? (I really don’t like kale.)
As spring is coming upon us, our opportunities to be active and social increases. Spring brings pleasant weather, more sunshine, and increases social opportunities. With warmer weather we see an increased ability to be outside, interact with others, and being active. What are different ways to spend time outdoors this spring and stay active? Attend
In trauma care, minutes don’t just matter — they decide outcomes. At Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, we recently launched a new approach to care for patients with the most catastrophic penetrating injuries, including stabbings, shootings, and impalements. It’s called our Direct to Operating Room (Direct to OR) program, and it reflects a simple but powerful
For many people, navigating public benefits can feel overwhelming or even impossible. Confusing applications, language barriers, technology challenges and life crises often stand between individuals and the support they urgently need. That is where Benefits in Action (BIA) steps in. BIA is a Colorado-based nonprofit that has spent more than a decade helping individuals and
Most of us grew up believing that once a cavity starts, a filling is inevitable. But modern dentistry—and a better understanding of oral biology—has revealed something surprising: very early cavities can sometimes be reversed through a process called remineralization. What Is Remineralization? Your teeth are constantly going through a cycle of demineralization (losing minerals due
We should celebrate the fact that there haven’t been any pedestrian or bicyclist deaths in Wheat Ridge since 2023. After all, our neighbor to the east, Denver, recorded 37 in 2025 alone. But this is partially down to luck, and to Wheat Ridge’s relatively small size. Perhaps even more importantly, should we be concerned with
Gathering during lunchtimes, school breaks and weekends, a group of high school students hope to bring a new program to their school. Students at Wheat Ridge High School, with the support of two teachers, are drumming up money and support to bring the Gone Boarding educational program to their school. The program teaches students to
Extract. Manufacture. Use. Throw away. The “throw away” part is never as simple as it seems. Much of the waste tossed in the rubbish heap comes back to haunt us in various ways. Soil pollution. Toxic off-gassing. Ecosystem destruction. It is an aesthetic blight on our communities. It is also a wholly unsustainable way of
I’ve owned my little vintage shop on 38th Avenue for two years now, and if there’s one thing decades of beautiful old garments have taught me, it’s this: clothes last when we take care of them. So many of the treasures hanging in my store—1940s wool coats, ’70s denim jackets, silk blouses with hand-finished seams—have
This year, students at Wheat Ridge High School are journeying to the past with their spring musical, Anastasia. Performances will take place March 5–7 at 7 p.m. each evening. Students with a wide range of interests have come together to make this production possible, including members of the cast, crew, and pit orchestra. Musicals are
The Town of Mountain View successfully completed its first workshop for the Mountain View Code and Character (MVCC) project on February 9, 2026. Town Attorney Austin Pierce Flanagan led a guided conversation with Town Council about the town’s current zoning, shared proposed options for moving forward, and received specific direction on the next steps for
Did you know Edgewater has a community garden tucked behind the historic Orum House located at 2444 Depew Street? This beloved green space is entering a new season as the City resumes full management of the garden. Edgewater residents have top priority when reserving vacant garden plots ensuring that local community members can enjoy the
Clear Creek Makerspace is turning two, and we are celebrating the best way we know how: by opening our doors to the whole community! On Wednesday, April 1, at 6 p.m., we will host our Terrible Twos Birthday Bash, a free, come-as-you-are gathering for makers, neighbors and anyone curious about what happens inside our workshop
As Colorado continues to confront longterm drought, warming summers, and the rising costs of outdoor water use, more homeowners are looking for practical ways to conserve water without compromising curb appeal. One of the most successful and accessible solutions come from Boulder-based nonprofit Resource Central, whose Garden In A Box program has helped tens of
Wheat Ridge High School put together one of the seven feature gardens at the Colorado Garden & Home Show. There are currently around 100 students in the agriculture program, 8 of which are second year students in the landscape construction and urban farming class. They anticipate having around 40 in the second year class next
