Superkids Camp Guide 2026

Erie Mineral Rights Deal Advances Largely Out of Public View, Raising Concerns Over Transparency and Conflicts

Erie officials are considering selling or leasing the town’s mineral rights to energy company Civitas Resources, a decision that could determine oil and gas development beneath large parts of the community, as talks continue largely behind closed doors. Municipal mineral rights refer to the town’s ownership of minerals beneath the surface that can be leased or sold to energy companies for...

Editor’s Note: Now What?

It finally happened, and the question now is how to move forward. Spring is the season of fresh starts and new beginnings. Given that it was admittedly somewhat cliched when my neighbor stopped by on his daily walk to offer the best version of an apology he could muster. The Harris/Waltz sign that was planted in our yard last fall did not sit well with him, and he very clearly let...

Superkids Camp Guide 2026

Be sure to mark your calendar for April 25th, 2026 for SuperKids Expo! The biggest, most fun, free kids event around! ANIMAL ECOLOGY Butterfly Pavilion Day Camp 6252 W. 104th Ave., Westminster | 303.469.5441 | butterflies.org  Denver Zoo – Summer Safari Day Camp 2300 Steele St., Denver | 720.337.1400 | denverzoo.org Dinosaur Ridge Day Camp or Overnight Camp Downtown...

The Rise of Youth Sports: Why Childhood Sports Matter More Than Ever

On any given weeknight, fields across America glow under stadium lights. Parking lots overflow. Parents unfold camp chairs in long rows along soccer sidelines. Gym doors swing open or closed as volleyballs thud against polished wood. From recreation centers to elite club complexes, youth sports are no longer just an after-school pastime; they are a defining feature of modern childhood. They are a...

Comic Books and Colorado: Developing Myths and Moments

It’s a common question asked of longtime Denver residents: “Where were you when it happened?” The year was 1984. In an instant, a suburb of Denver was taken by the Beyonder to become part of Battleworld. That cosmic event took place in the Marvel Comics mini-series “Secret Wars.” To a child of a certain age in a pre-internet world, this was a moment. Marvel, one of the two big comic...

Nelson’s Corner: Damn the Expense!

This piece is part of Yellow Scene Magazine’s Opinion section. The views expressed here are those of the author and do not represent a reported news position. At Yellow Scene, opinion pieces speak freely, challenge assumptions, and say the quiet parts out loud. The tragic deaths of nine backcountry skiers in California have reignited an always-smoldering debate about risk-taking and the...

Month in Review | March 2026

[ Boulder County ] The Colorado Department of Public Health alerted residents of Broomfield, Lafayette, Louisville, and Westminster of a reported case of measles in the area. Since the initial alert the number of known cases had grown to seven. Highlighting the ongoing concerns of safe streets, a 75-year-old cyclist from Lafayette was struck by a dump truck and killed on Highway 119...

Artist Spotlight: Comedy Troupe Moms Unhinged | Local Author Becky O’Connor

Stand-up comedy is an intensely competitive and subjective field, requiring years of perseverance to build a reputation and voice as a comedian. Perhaps subconsciously, standards have been set in the field based on subjective humor and even world viewpoints. In many of her performances, Andrea Marie Soderberg noticed a particular discrepancy in the lineups she saw. “Women were not getting as...

Scene Stealers | March 2026

NPR’s Planet Money Live, Apr. 19 NPR’s Planet Money is heading to Boulder for a live event at the Boulder Theater. Celebrating their new book, PLANET MONEY: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life, the evening will feature contributors Alex Mayyasi and Alexi Horowitz-Ghazi, along with special guest Kyla Scanlon. Presented and hosted by Boulder Bookstore, the show promises sharp...

Cafe Culture: Take Time To Sit And Enjoy

There is no shortage of coffee shops in Colorado, nor is it difficult to secure a sweet treat at a moment’s notice. However, it can be argued that many of the shops leave something to be desired. Seating is often scarce and pre-packaged, grab-and-go options outnumber freshly baked goods by a landslide. Seeking a well-made breakfast without adding your name to a waitlist? Good luck. So, where...

Taste of the Month: Skratch Labs Table

Skratch Labs Table isn’t just for athletes. While bicycle shorts and clicking shoes are commonplace in this vibrant eatery, Executive Chef Aaron Thebault has created a menu offering “nourishing food that is approachable for the community.” “The concept is based around the evolution of Skratch,” Thebault explained. Skratch Labs began as a “secret drink mix” that eventually...