A national survey shows most LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning) students have experienced harassment and discrimination in school.1
People Who Make a Difference: The Oil Man and Philanthropist
The unassuming manner and quiet voice of Sam Gary belie his success in the rough and tumble world of the oil business. Gary formed the Piton Foundation to share his unexpected good fortune with the community. Among the many causes he has supported was ensuring that Stapleton would be a planned community and would not become urban sprawl.
Red in a Sea of Blue: Republicans in NE Denver
I’m With Her! Feel the Bern! In NE Denver, Democrats are comfortable supporting their chosen candidates and sharing their views.
Affordable Housing: A Hot Topic in Stapleton, in Denver and in the Nation
In 2000, Stapleton’s plan called for dispersed affordable homes throughout the neighborhood. The national affordable housing policy is just catching up with that concept. Read about how it’s going in Stapleton and why it’s important.
Dance and Culture for All—from Professionals to School Children
Cleo Parker Robinson is known both for her talent as a dancer and her tenacity in creating a cultural arts institution that serves more than 60,000 people each year.
Changes Are Coming at the Wildlife Refuge
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a 15-year plan for the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge to make it more accessible to the public and restore a more natural prairie ecosystem.
Foster Grandparents Program Offers Stipend to Income-Qualified Volunteers
There is a new opportunity for seniors who are living on a low, fixed income and enjoy working with children.
Front Porch Guide to Momtrepreneur Businesses
Check out our latest Front Porch Resource Guide, a listing of mom-owned businesess. All Momtpreneur businesses in the Front Porch distribution area may submit to this list.
Teaching English to Refugees from All Over the World
Refugees in Denver can get help settling into new life and learning English at Colorado Refugee ESL (CRESL).
A Fresh Start for Izzi B
The promotion of “Jancing”—when a group gathers to simultaneously jog and dance to individual music while wearing headphones—might not be the single most important thing that Brian Ricker accomplishes in his new role as principal of Isabella Bird Community School, but his embrace of it speaks to his leadership style.