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Jeffco superintendent faces scrutiny over leadership
Jeffco superintendent Tracy Dorland faces scrutiny following a board of education meeting to evaluate her performance. The executive session took place Thursday afternoon.
Great Outdoors Colorado giving away wildflower seed packets to kids
Great Outdoors Colorado distributes wildflower seed packets to children as part of its Generation Wild initiative, promoting outdoor activities for families.
Denver City Government Closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28
Denver City and County offices will close on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, due to a citywide furlough day and the Thanksgiving holiday. Essential services, including emergency responders and 24-hour agencies like Denver International Airport, will remain operational. Non-emergency services, including the 3-1-1 information line, will be unavailable during the closure.
Denver City Government Closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28
Denver City government offices will close on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, due to the Thanksgiving holiday and furlough measures. This closure impacts various municipal services and operations, including the Denver Sheriff Department and Denver Health.
Denver City Government Closed Monday, Oct. 13
Most City and County of Denver offices will close on Monday, Oct. 13, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Emergency services, including the police and fire departments, will remain operational, while several city functions will be unavailable. The Denver Animal Shelter and Auditor's Office will also be closed for the holiday.
Denver City Government Closed Monday, Oct. 13
Denver City Government will close on Monday, October 13, 2025, in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. The event highlights the city’s commitment to recognizing indigenous communities and their contributions. Local agencies and services will adjust operations accordingly.
"Love Is Blind" debuts Denver season Oct. 1
Netflix will premiere the Denver season of its reality show "Love Is Blind" on Oct. 1, featuring 12 episodes. This marks the show's first season set in Colorado, where contestants will engage without seeing each other until after their proposals.
Denver's next two years Johnston fights to save his "vibrant" vision
Denver Mayor Mike Johnston faces significant challenges as he approaches the midpoint of his term, with a looming $250 million budget shortfall and criticisms over his decision-making style. Despite reducing street homelessness and violent crime, his administration grapples with strained city council relations and a controversial $800 million infrastructure bond proposal. The next two years will be critical for his reelection bid in 2027.
Denver Nuggets summer signings net roster overhaul
The Denver Nuggets revamped their roster this offseason, trading Michael Porter Jr. for Cam Johnson and acquiring Jonas Valančiūnas from the Sacramento Kings. These moves aim to enhance support for superstar Nikola Jokić amid the team's recent playoff disappointments.