Magazine

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

Of course, close to home is always the best way to beat the hordes of Coloradoans looking to play in snow-filled playgrounds.

Sports

By Plane: Extreme Everything

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

Regardless of what type of skier you are, it’s worth the five-minute traverse to the top of Corbet’s Couloir. Inch your skis over the edge of the 15-foot drop at the entrance of the trail and imagine what it’d be…

Magazine

Have it All to Yourself

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

You live in Colorado because of that beautiful playground just to the west. Each winter, the peaks are coated with an ever-so-pristine layer of snow.

News

Fighting Words

January 2, 2008 Like 0 Jacob Harkins

In this corner, weighing in at a robust 11,023 pounds: the Big Red Republican Elephant. In the opposing corner, tipping the scales at a slim 565 pounds: the Majority Blue Democrat Donkey. Ding, ding, ding.

Locally Incorrect

Erie Could Have Healthier Teeth

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

It’s a scientific fact that Boulderites have whiter teeth than Erie residents.

Locally Incorrect

Cash In on Dem Bigwigs: Everything’s Sold Out

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

The cynic in us assumes that Colorado Republicans peeved that Denver is about to become the center of the Democratic Party’s presidential push are taking it out on deep-pocketed liberals.

Cuisine

Check Out Prospect

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

If we had our way, every suburban developer would have to tour Longmont’s Prospect before designing new neighborhoods. Its hip use of color and design and live/work/play philosophy have led to a eclectic mix of shops and businesses.

Boiling Point

An Annoying Detour

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Applaud the town of Erie for completing the road project that has Briggs Street now connecting all the way to Leon A. Whurl Parkway. It’ll make business in Old Town boom. But don’t get down on the town for closing…

Boiling Point

Squat Long Enough And Thou Shall Be Rewarded

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

We’re guessing the Kirlins won’t be baking fresh cookies for their south Boulder neighbors of more than 25 years anytime soon. The Kirlins, Don and Susie, just lost about a third of a 4,750-square-foot parcel behind their home on Hardscrabble…

Boiling Point

Well, That Didn’t Take Long

January 2, 2008 Like 0 editor

During the election campaign season last month, city leaders in Northglenn, Westminster and Thornton all spoke of how they longed for new professional development inside their city limits. These communities have struggled to recruit high-paying jobs, and luring healthcare facilities…