Also check out these two photojournalistic bird stories by George Ho, “Regurgitated Pellets from Birds” and “Ring-bill Gull Devours a Crayfish.” Don’t miss reading them to your kids!
Christie Gosch
Local Family Hosts Afghan Refugees
Mohammed flew out of the Kabul Airport on August 24th. Forty-two hours later, a suicide bomber killed 60+ Afghans and 13 U.S. Service members. He remembers when the Taliban used to perform public amputations and stone people to death at soccer games. “They’re wearing a mask now,” says Mohammed. “But this is the same Taliban.”
Addressing Past Injustices: How is CO doing?
The country is struggling with how to address past injustices: The Sand Creek Massacre, Indian Boarding Schools, the Ku Klux Klan, and the Amache Internment Camp. How is Colorado doing?
Stock Show: Bigger & Better
Calling it the “Super Bowl” of livestock shows, Paul Andrews, president and CEO of the National Western Stock Show, says he’s fully expecting this year’s show to be the best ever.
Temple Grandin: Animal Welfare and Autism Guru
Colorado State University professor Temple Grandin has long been celebrated as one of the world’s leading authorities on the subjects of animal welfare and autism, so it’s only natural that the new CSU Spur campus at the National Western Center features a facility for equine assisted services bearing her name.
New Legislative Session Poses Big Financial Issues for Lawmakers
Colorado lawmakers will have billions of extra dollars to spend during the 2022 legislative session—and after that most of it will be gone.
For Factory Five Five Owner, the Skye is the Limit
Wearing an avocado-green skirt suit, long gloves, and a voguish hat, Skye Barker Maa serves retro stewardess vibes as she describes her latest endeavor—a Pan Am-themed cocktail lounge on the second floor of the Stanley Marketplace.
Sharon Bailey: DPS’ Moral Compass
A straightforward critic of the institutional racism she saw in the district, Bailey was also a compassionate leader who believed the system could change and was willing to help.
Bird Sightings: Great Horned Owl and Golden-crowned Sparrow
This month: the most common owl in North America and A rare visitor to the Denver area.
Jan. & Early Feb. Events
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Indie Prof: “The Rescue” and “Summer of Soul”
Many times my reviews cover very dark, heavy, and/or (somewhat) disturbing films, so this column may be a welcomed respite. Well, sort of. Enjoy these two wonderful documentaries and start the new year on a high note!
Message to Central Park residents: The “financial health” of your special district is being “negatively impacted.”
The issue? Refinancing bonds for Central Park infrastructure construction at a lower rate—a move that could save Central Park property owners $65-70 million in interest over the life of bonds.