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February 15, 2019 Like 0 Kate Merlin

The COGCC is supposed to prevent and mitigate impacts that might damage public health and safety, but only after taking into account cost-effectiveness and feasibility. What does that mean when the oil and gas industry is going through a period…

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Winter Workout: Slump Survival Guide

January 27, 2019 Like 0 De La Vaca

Winter in Colorado is unquestionably beautiful: we have majestic mountains, brilliant sunshine, and, of course, snow. Winter is December through February, with average February temperatures in Boulder peaking at 48 with lows of 23 degrees. Brrrrrr. We have colder temperatures…

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Preventable Losses: The War On The Homeless In Boulder

April 26, 2018 Like 0 De La Vaca

It was an interesting night at Boulder City Council’s first meeting of the new year. Tempers were up and concerns were heightened over the Christmas Day death of Benjamin Harvey, a Texas transplant who became homeless and passed, alone and…

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CCJRC Reports: Colorado Prison Boom as $1B Budget Looms

March 20, 2018 Like 0 De La Vaca

In a state that took some of the earliest steps towards minimizing the impacts of drugs-as-crime in our commuities, it’s a shock to see reports that the Colorado War on Drugs continues at an alarming rate. The Colorado Criminal Justice…

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A World of Hope: BOCO’s Opioid Crisis

January 22, 2018 Like 0 editor

With editing and contributions by De La Vaca Unless you’ve been abroad in a country without a drug problem, say the Netherlands or Portugal, you’ve likely heard about the opioid crisis happening here in the United States.

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Define yourself: Boulder’s new DEFINE mind + body

December 28, 2017 Like 0 Sarah Hockel

The depression of winter light is real. Seriously; it’s called Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.). It’s so important to get out of bed and get moving to keep our bodies and minds healthy and alive. Winter workouts are crucial not only…

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Industrial Hemp May Finally Have its Moment in the Sun

June 26, 2017 Like 0 Kaley LaQuea

Though the implementation of industrial hemp growth may not be of interest to recreational fans of the plant, a report released by the Congressional Research Service earlier this year outlined roughly 25,000 uses for the crop, in industries ranging from…

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Farm to Yum

June 26, 2017 Like 0 M.T. Elliott

If you’ve never been to a farm dinner, you’re missing out on an event that highlights the warmer months with a bounty of fresh food. A long table with folding chairs set slightly uneven on grass: that’s the kind of…

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From Light to End of Life

December 19, 2014 Like 0 Ryan Howe

Dealing with the demise of family members challenges all who are involved. With a little help, it can also become a humbling and beautiful experience.

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Health of Relationships

January 3, 2014 Like 0 editor

There are concrete things we can all do to have more harmonious and healthier relationships. Here are a few tips that you can start practicing on your own.