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A few months back, Jane Wolford had perhaps the biggest menu she’d ever seen sitting on the table in front of her. But instead of mulling through infinite fine-dining options, she was trying to choose the number of elementary schools…

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Gorbot Jr. to the Rescue

July 7, 2008 Like 0 editor

Global warming deniers beware, because young Alex Budd is ready to debate you anytime. What’s more, the 15-year-old Fairview High School student has been blessed by Al Gore himself and taught in the ways of conservation, recycling and Greenism. Budd…

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Boulder’s New Craze: Taser Tag

July 7, 2008 Like 0 editor

While it lacked the historical significance of Arron Burr’s fatal duel with Alexander Hamilton, a recent dispute near CU proved electrifying. The bone of contention dealt not with honor, slander or political conflict. Rather, the insult centered on an illegally…

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Only the Porn Will Survive

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All Jeff and Vickie Mead wanted to do was rent out their Allenspark shop for some old-fashion ATV fun. But government meddling forced the Niwot couple to get nasty and transform their store into a gallery of sin. Just goes…

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Calling Dr. Frankenstein

July 7, 2008 Like 0 editor

We all know about the oil shortage, the rice shortage and the brain shortage that has gripped D.C. for the past 8 years. But who knew that America also faced a body shortage? Cadavers are in demand. Body count experts…

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Kim Coupounas: Entrepreneur, Boulder

July 7, 2008 Like 0 editor

Ten years ago, Go Lite was Green Light.

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The Most Expensive Seat in the Country

July 7, 2008 Like 0 editor

Gut-busting Alabama-style ribs smothered in sweet southern barbecue sauce are the centerpiece of a buffet in the middle of a well-appointed living room typical of this Thornton subdivision. A dozen or so people hover around the spread, hoping to get…

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Renovate Your Great Outdoors

July 7, 2008 Like 0 editor

Five backyard remodels that will have you shunning the rooms inside your home all summer long

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Green People

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You recycle. Shari Malloy helped start a citywide recycling effort in Longmont. You try to cut down driving to save gas. John Putnins converts engines to run on fry oil. You have a “Save the Whales” bumper sticker. Travis Rummel…

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This Weekend’s Pick: Folsom Buried in Sand

July 3, 2008 Like 0 editor

Pro beach volleyball at Folsom Field? Sounds like an event that took a wrong turn and wound up 2,000 miles from the beach. But the stadium normally filled with boisterous college football fans on Saturdays in the fall will be…