In a first-of-its-kind joint meeting, four northeast Denver neighborhood groups gathered in October to talk to city leaders about their concerns and hopes at the Zion Senior Center at 5151 33rd Ave. Denver.
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As Ballots Hit the Mail, the Presidential Campaigns Converge in Aurora
On Friday, the day ballots began going out to voters, the two presidential campaigns spent time in Aurora. Colorado Democratic leaders were at Cheluna Brewing inside Stanley Marketplace in northwest Aurora, about 12 miles away from the site of an afternoon rally at the Gaylord Rockies Resort for former President Donald Trump, who has called Aurora a “war zone” overrun by gangs.
A Unifying Vision of Community Art
Children learn at an early age how to mix colors of paint. Red and blue combine to make purple. But adults don’t always see those two colors in alignment during a heated election season.
An Entrepreneur Who Caters to Canines
Kinley Graves is an entrepreneur who started a dog treats business two years ago. In a neighborhood filled with many successful business owners, she may not sound all that remarkable until she reveals her age: she just turned 10.
Sidewalk Artist Brings Joy to Neighbors Passing By
Julie Johnson started drawing seasonal chalk greetings in front of her house on Beeler St. during the pandemic: an Easter message with colored eggs, a New Year’s greeting, a heart for Valentines Day. “It was my effort to bring a little cheer to members of the community,” she recalls.
Indoor Pickleball Club Coming to Northeast Denver
Off I-70 in a sprawling business complex, changes are underway. In a spot where a drywall and tire business once operated, pickleball is moving in. The Mile Hi Pickleball Club, a 35,000-square-foot indoor business, is opening Oct. 18 at 3700 Havana St. Suite 305.
A Supportive Community for Synchro Swimmers
The rain cleared and the Central Park Synchro team took their skills to the water during a showcase event in late May.
New Ice Cream Shop Hits a High Point in Town Center
High Point, which started 10 years ago, still makes everything by hand, including all ice creams, waffle cones, mix-ins like cookies and brownies, and sauces as well as natural flavorings like mint.
One of the Best Views in Denver Now Open!
Central Park’s iconic 164-foot tall air traffic control tower is now open to the public on a limited basis. One of the last vestiges of the Stapleton International Airport (1929-1995), the tower rewards guests who climb the 11 flights of stairs with some of the best views of Denver and the Rocky Mountains.
…NE News Updates
This month: 1) Pearl Wine and Market Breaks Ground; 2) Mayor’s Homelessness Plan Update; 3) McAuliffe’s Innovation Status; 4) Second Place for Northfield High School and East High School Boys Soccer; and 5) Drybar Coming to Central Park.
Local Resident Flies Maui Passengers to Safety
United Airlines 777 Line Training Manager Capt. Vince Eckelkamp did not have his captain’s hat on when he arrived at Kahului Airport in Maui after a harrowing drive through Lahaina just hours before the historic town burned to the ground.
…NE News Updates
This month: 1) New Luxury Apartment Complex; 2) Three Arrows Gallery Opens in Central Park; 3) Kurt Dennis Sues Denver Public Schools; 4) New Businesses at The Shops at Northfield; 5) National Wildlife Property Repository; and 6) New Plans for Bluff Lake Nature Center.