Letter to the Editor: Attorney General’s Office to Review Erie Residents’ Complaint

This letter was sent to Yellow Scene Magazine. As with all Letters to the Editor, the views expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the publication. We value providing space for community voices. I am a resident of Erie who is not directly impacted by the Draco Pad project footprint and I have zero political aspirations. I also believe that there is a...

Letter to the Editor: Did “Four Arse Men of the Epic Collapse” Hang GOP and Dems?

This letter was sent to Yellow Scene Magazine. As with all Letters to the Editor, the views expressed are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the publication. We value providing space for community voices. Colorado’s Democratic and Republican Parties must be shaking in their boots from the Unity Party riding into town for the primary election. They trotted out...

Letter to the Editor: Reflections on Erie Mineral Rights Ordinance and Community Testimony

The following letter was sent to Yellow Scene Magazine. As with all Letters to the Editor, the views expressed are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the publication. Dear Mayor and Members of the Erie Town Council, I want to begin by thanking each of you for your service to the people of Erie. As a fellow elected official and former city council member, I...

Spotlight: Rainbow Cult

Colorado’s Elusive Ingredient is a record-holding troupe devoted to shadow casting, an art they showcase in union with Rainbow Cult. I had the pleasure of interviewing Jolee Harston, the Head of Marketing, in anticipation of the upcoming Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadow Play, which has been entertaining at Denver’s Meow Wolf installation over the past few years. Tickets are available for this...

Decoding Dark Money in Colorado Elections

This past month, Yellow Scene Magazine published our endorsements for the upcoming primary election. What haunted much of our coverage was the specter of dark money: who has it, who does not, which donors we viewed as disqualifying, and which we did not. Particularly in a post-Mamdani electoral landscape, a candidate's financial connections are beginning to resonate deeply with everyday...

Should Niwot Incorporate? Minimum Wage Dispute Sparks Debate

The debate began when several Niwot business owners and residents opposed a scheduled wage hike. Following pushback, the county rolled back the increase to $16.82 for 2026, implementing a 3% annual increase through 2030. Supporters of incorporation view this compromise as clear evidence that Niwot requires greater local autonomy. Leading the campaign to incorporate is Niwot resident Nick Little...