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On Edge: Concerns about kids’ safety at Grand Junction psych hospital prompt state actions

October 1, 2022 Like 0 Guest Contributor

Colorado’s new Behavioral Health Administration shut down part of the Western Slope’s only psychiatric hospital on Wednesday in response to complaints about the quality and safety of the care it gives teenagers and kids as young as seven.

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Ending School Lunchline Shaming on Colorado’s November Ballot

September 23, 2022 Like 0 Guest Contributor

Colorado voters will decide if the state’s top 3% of earners, those who bring home more than $300,000 a year, should contribute to a program that would make healthy school meals available to all Colorado students. Comments from Karla Gonzales…

Health

A break before a breakdown: Denver student hopes wellness room soothes youth mental health crisis

September 20, 2022 Like 0 Guest Contributor

Kate Pitones, 15, leaned on her brother for support through the isolating part of the pandemic. As she returns to school this year, she is working on a project to help all students maintain mental well-being.

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Boulder Voices For Children Announces Night of Hope Fundraiser

August 4, 2022 Like 0 Guest Contributor

Boulder Voices For Children (BVFC), Colorado’s second oldest court appointed special advocate (CASA) program for vulnerable youths in the judicial system, has announced its annual fundraising gala, Night of Hope, will be taking place from 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.…

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Where My Girls At? Exploring Why Girls Drop Out of Sports and What We Can Do to Keep Them in the Game

July 6, 2022 2 0 Maria Anderson

Why are girls dropping out of sports at twice the rate as boys? I’m going to focus on a few reasons and how we can change that statistic.

Health

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February 8, 2022 Like 0 editor

Editor’s Note: Press Releases are provided to Yellow Scene. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. The Boulder County District Attorney’s Office prioritizes the safety and well-being of victims of intimate partner…

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Earth Guardians Boulder – Youth Council Seeking 2022 Applicants

January 25, 2022 Like 0 editor

Editor’s Note: Press Releases are provided to Yellow Scene. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. Earth Guardians is seeking outstanding applicants from across the globe to join our youth leadership team,…

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Jason McBride Doesn’t Accept “No” | The ACTIONISTS Series

April 26, 2021 1 0 Shavonne Blades

Jason McBride is soft-spoken and unassuming; but, his voice resonates throughout the community. After years of working in gang outreach, he launched The McBride Impact in 2019, providing community-based education for underprivileged and at-risk youth. The McBride Impact consists of F.R.E.S.H.…

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October Letters to the Editor

October 1, 2007 Like 0 editor

"In a country that raises its eyebrows disapprovingly at the name 'Jesus' thus an uphill battle for the church to interest youth. I think that meeting kids where they are at is indeed a great marketing strategy."

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