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
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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
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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
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Refugees in Denver can get help settling into new life and learning English at Colorado Refugee ESL (CRESL).
A Fresh Start for Izzi B
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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.
DPS Trims High School Plans to Fit Budget
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The rumor that Stapleton high school—scheduled to open in the fall of 2015—is over budget is confirmed. What does this mean for students and parents?
Mixing Media: Art and Academics in the IB Programme
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Art is a language, not just a craft,” said Mike Jaramillo, an art instructor from Fairview High in Boulder.
Noise Wall Issue Continues to Delay MLK Extension
Denver is awaiting CDOT review of a revised noise evaluation report that will help answer the question of whether a noise mitigation wall will be required as part of the extension of Martin Luther King Blvd. in east Stapleton.
Over 100,000 Show Up for Denver Women’s March
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A turnout of 100,000 at the Women’s March in Civic Center Park is 15% of Denver’s population. The huge peaceful demonstration highlighted participants concerns about women’s rights, LGBTQ rights, health care, climate change and respect for all. Check out our photos and our 2-minute video.