The term “Gordian Knot” refers to an intractable problem solved by a bold stroke.
Colorado’s “Gordian Knot,” refers to three amendments to the state constitution that, taken together, both limit revenue and require increased spending.
Christie Gosch
Front Porch Guide to Near NE Denver Middle Schools
This guide includes interviews with principals from the five “choice” schools. Topics include parent questions, comments, a brief summary of the enrollment process and a chart with side-by-side comparisons of the programs.
Winter Welcome Kicks Off Holiday Season
This year the Girl Scouts made 1,000 s’mores and all but 30 were eaten. Proceeds from the event will go to The Urban Farm, Bluff Lake Nature Center and Sand Creek Regional Greenway.
Stapleton Reacts to Elementary Boundary Changes
Open choice versus priority for proximity has become a hot issue in Stapleton. DPS proposed a priority zone system for elementary boundaries, but, at the meetings, most Stapleton parents expressed a desire for equal access to all elementary schools.
Stapleton Groundwater Lawsuit Tied to Clogged Pipes
“Whatever you do, this problem is going to exist,” says Stapleton resident Tad Rogers, who recently received a judgment from a jury trial that included $242,000 to replace his clogged drainage pipes and $552,000 for the hassles and inconvenience he has experienced in dealing with the drainage problems.
December 18 — Modern Conversations “Lessons in Mindfull-ness to Get You Through the Holidays”
It’s easy to get stressed or overindulge during the holiday season. Licensed Clinical Social Worker Hilary Silver knows ways to ease that stress.
Mother of George & Bicycle Thieves
This month’s movie reviews follow a Nigerian couple in Brooklyn in “Mother of George,” a stunningly filmed story of family and tradition, and the classic, still powerful 1948 “Bicycle Thieves” (The Bicycle Thief).
Parks and Rec Reimagines City Park
Denver Parks and Rec plans to revamp City Park into a regional attraction, which stirs excitement and fears among nearby residents. Read opinions and view the proposed plans for the new City Park Loop project.
Debate Ruffles Feathers in Stapleton HOA No. 7
Should residents in HOAs be able to let farmyard animals roam around in shared outdoor areas? Read about this unusual controversy in Stapleton HOA No. 7.
Want Unique? Check Out Giraffe
Home looking a little blah? Need a great buy on a Chinese terracotta soldier? Giraffe’s Design has many unique finds to give your house a little extra pizazz.
Why Did Voters Crush Amendment 66?
State Senator Michael Johnston talks about why Ammendment 66 was defeated so soundly what to expect for school finance moving forward.
New Swigert Principal Weighs in on the Changing Landscape of Education
Newly appointed principal of Swigert International School Liz TenCate is upbeat about the education world and shares her thoughts on some of the issues facing educators today.
