November 2026

Opinion

Mother, Should I Trust the Government?

My best friend George and I attended the same high school in Montreal, Canada. Same year, same history class, same curriculum. There was just one difference. I studied in French, while George studied in English. Apparently, that distinction mattered. In George’s history books, the English won battles that my French textbooks confidently declared French victories.

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Sustainability

Competing Causes: When Environmental Priorities Compete for Our Attention

Causes come and go. No Nukes, Save the Baby Seals, UNICEF, Live Aid, protect the ozone, acid rain, DDT and the eagles, Save the Turtles. We’ve rallied around countless movements, each demanding attention and behavioral changes. But what happens when several important causes collide? When protecting our air, conserving water, and preserving our environment all

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Community

70 Years of Wheat Ridge Optimist Club: Service Organization Continues to Serve Local Youth

From assembling autism rescue kits to providing 300 children with gifts during the holidays, the Wheat Ridge Optimist Club supports children and families throughout the community. In 1956, Wheat Ridge High School alumnus and businessman Carl Cerveny started the city’s Optimist Club. He remained a member until his death at age 94. Today, some members

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Community

Localworks and WRPD Wrap Up 2026 Dumpster Days With Increased Participation

Localworks and the Wheat Ridge Police Department wrapped up the 2026 Dumpster Days season on September 19th, helping hundreds of Wheat Ridge residents clear out unwanted household items, yard waste and recyclable materials while keeping more than 60 tons of waste out of neighborhoods. Dumpster Days—offered exclusively to Wheat Ridge residents—reflect Localworks’ mission to advance

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