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    Len Necefer to Keynote CMC Sustainability Conference
    Education

    Len Necefer to Keynote CMC Sustainability Conference

    Environmental storyteller Len Necefer headlines Colorado Mountain College's free virtual Sustainability & Ecosystem Science Conference on April 24, focusing on student-led climate resilience and water quality.

    Carla JenningsMay 6th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Parks and Wildlife Launches Otter YEAR Survey
    Local News

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife Launches Otter YEAR Survey

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife has launched a yearlong Otter YEAR survey using the iNaturalist app to track river otter populations across four major river systems and assess ecosystem health.

    Sarah MitchellMay 6th, 20263 min
    108
    Live Nation Jury Verdict Reveals Harmful Monopoly Over Denver Concert Tickets
    Business News

    Live Nation Jury Verdict Reveals Harmful Monopoly Over Denver Concert Tickets

    A New York jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster wielded a harmful monopoly, forcing Denver fans to pay extra for tickets. The verdict highlights vertical integration at venues like the Fillmore and raises questions about future service fee reductions.

    Laura WhitfieldMay 6th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Lawmakers Freeze $270K for Wolf Reintroduction
    Local News

    Colorado Lawmakers Freeze $270K for Wolf Reintroduction

    Colorado lawmakers insert budget footnotes to freeze $270,000 in general fund dollars for wolf reintroduction, shifting costs to private donations amid rising livestock damage claims.

    Sarah MitchellMay 6th, 20263 min
    72
    Live Nation and Ticketmaster Jury Verdict Breaks Concert Monopoly
    Business News

    Live Nation and Ticketmaster Jury Verdict Breaks Concert Monopoly

    A jury found Live Nation and Ticketmaster held a harmful monopoly, forcing fans to pay hidden service fees. This ruling marks a significant crack in the company's control over the concert industry.

    Laura WhitfieldMay 6th, 20263 min
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    Len Necefer to Keynote Colorado Mountain College Sustainability Conference
    Education

    Len Necefer to Keynote Colorado Mountain College Sustainability Conference

    Environmental storyteller Len Necefer headlines Colorado Mountain College’s free virtual Sustainability & Ecosystem Science Conference, highlighting student research on climate resilience and the San Juan River sediment crisis.

    Carla JenningsMay 6th, 20263 min
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    Palisade Bluegrass Bash Challenges Boulder Bluebird Festival
    Culture

    Palisade Bluegrass Bash Challenges Boulder Bluebird Festival

    The Palisade Bluegrass Bash offers a boozy, multi-stage alternative to Boulder's polished Bluebird Music Festival, highlighting Western Slope's commitment to sustaining local bluegrass culture over chasing national indie stars.

    James HarlowMay 6th, 20263 min
    148
    Mount Blue Sky Road Reopens Memorial Day With New Fees and Management
    Local News

    Mount Blue Sky Road Reopens Memorial Day With New Fees and Management

    The paved road to Mount Blue Sky reopens May 22 with a $20 vehicle fee and new management by Denver Parks and Recreation, replacing the U.S. Forest Service.

    Sarah MitchellMay 6th, 20264 min
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    Bluebird School All-Stars Headline Boulder Festival
    Community Stories

    Bluebird School All-Stars Headline Boulder Festival

    The Bluebird School All-Stars, an inaugural class of teens, take the stage at Boulder's Mackey Auditorium alongside headliners Gregory Alan Isakov and Shakey Graves, signaling the Future Arts Foundation's shift from instrument donation to comprehensive music education.

    Sarah MitchellMay 6th, 20263 min
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    Denver Parks Takes Over Mount Blue Sky Welcome Center
    Local News

    Denver Parks Takes Over Mount Blue Sky Welcome Center

    Denver Parks and Recreation assumes control of the Mount Blue Sky welcome center from the US Forest Service, introducing new fees and reservation requirements for the upcoming season.

    Sarah MitchellMay 6th, 20264 min
    130
    Five Points Random Shootings Spark Community Meeting
    Local News

    Five Points Random Shootings Spark Community Meeting

    Three deaths in seven days from random shootings in Five Points and Cole neighborhoods prompt City Councilman Darrell Watson to schedule a community meeting with the Denver Police Department to restore resident safety.

    Sarah MitchellMay 6th, 20264 min
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    How ESG Investing Aligns Your 401(k) Returns with Your Values
    Business News

    How ESG Investing Aligns Your 401(k) Returns with Your Values

    New data shows sustainable investing doesn't sacrifice profit. Learn how ESG factors align your 401(k) with your values while navigating greenwashing and regulatory changes.

    Laura WhitfieldMay 6th, 20263 min
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