Coming to a Backyard Near You
by Jim Spencer
The idea of a uranium mine within 11 miles of Fort Collins seems like a ridiculous non sequitur. On the one hand, you have the green glow of a university town known for its environmental friendliness. On the other, you have the green glow of a potentially dangerous radioactive mineral used to power nuclear plants. (more…)
January 2008
by Jim Spencer
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Coveted Spencer Family Christmas Newsletter. The title is obviously a joke. As a genre, Christmas newsletters are the laxatives of literature. They move you in ways that provide more relief than enjoyment. (more…)
December 2007
by Jim Spencer
However you describe LifeBridge Church’s Union project, never call it the city of Longmont versus the Lord. The battle over a giant planned unit development on the outskirts of the city is not about the Almighty. It’s about the almighty dollar. So when you look at the 348 acres near the intersection of Weld County roads 26 and 3 1/2, don’t think separation of church and state. (more…)
November 2007
We listed that charter school around the corner from you in this comprehensive guide to North Metro area schools. But there’s more: Read on for virtually every darn extra curricular activity we could find and stop worrying about keeping your kids busy this school year. (more…)
August 2007
Boulder, Broomfield, Dacono, Education, Erie, Firestone, Frederick, Lafayette, Longmont, Louisville, Niwot, Northglenn, Schools, Spencer, Superior, Thornton, Westminster