Front Range Companies Move To Western Slope; Cooking With Palisade Peaches
As Front Range real estate costs increase, businesses are migrating to the Western Slope to take advantage of tax breaks and the higher quality of living. Then, the executive chef of Bin 707 Foodbar shares some Palisade peach recipes. Next, an artist known for his jumbo-sized sculptures downsizes. Finally, local band Mount Orchid breaks down some tracks.
The Crusade For Center, Pt. 2; Summer Monsoons Will Soon Be Here
The small town of Center has a history of racism, and political intrigue. Listen to the second of this two-part series and read more at center.cpr.org. Then, Mike Nelson, Channel 7 meteorologist and author of “The Colorado Weather Almanac,” predicts that summer monsoon will soon be here to break the heat and help douse the wildfires.
Mike Nelson Says Monsoons Are On The Way To Cool Down Temps, Douse Wildfires
With wildfires raging and cities facing record highs, everyone could use a bit (or a lot) of rain. The Channel 7 meteorologist says monsoons are on the way.
The Crusade For Center, Pt. 1; Former Candidate Saira Rao Leaves State Because Of Threats
The small town of Center has a history of racism, and political intrigue. See the rest at center.cpr.org. Then, Saira Rao was harassed after she tweeted about whiteness. Next, how Colorado will adapt to legal sports betting. And, how the AG candidates weigh in on the opioid lawsuit. Finally, a farting unicorn design tears a local artist and Elon Musk apart.
Saira Rao Speaks Out About Whiteness Tweet, Death Threats: ‘I Want White People To Listen’
Last week, Rao shared a New York Times op-ed titled, “Should I Give Up On White People?”, and answered “Short and long answer: YES.”
How One Aurora Nonprofit Helps Detained Immigrants; This Family Lost 5 Homes To Wildfires
Casa de Paz provides shelter and essentials to immigrants newly released from the Aurora detention center. Then, Tamara Estes’ family lost five of eight of their homes to the Spring Creek Fire. Next, why new restrictions in China are impacting recycling plants in Colorado. Finally, what to do if someone steals your license plates.
Gardner Advocates For New SCOTUS Justice; When Is A Drought Too Dry To Be A Drought?
The Republican senator supports appointing a new Supreme Court justice, and advocated against flying drones over wildfires. Next, when droughts become permanent. Then, how a CU Denver professor is making safer football helmets. Then, remains found by hikers launch a forensic murder mystery. Finally, how school districts handle internal investigations.
That Time UFOs Did Not Descend On Mile High Stadium For Independence Day
They weren’t space aliens, but members of a parachute team.
That Time UFOs Did Not Descend On Mile High Stadium For Independence Day
They weren’t space aliens, but members of a parachute team.
Polis Names Dianne Primavera As Running Mate; Anthony Kennedy’s Conservative-ish Legacy
Dianne Primavera, a four-time cancer survivor and former state legislator who was most recently the CEO of Susan G. Komen Colorado, will join Jared Polis on the campaign trail. Then, Justice Kennedy’s complicated legacy. Next, Colorado and Western books to read this summer. Finally, the latest step for a kid-owned lemonade stand business.
History Colorado’s Struggle To Reinvent; This Student Made A Conservative Women’s Magazine
History Colorado is trying to innovate despite high turnover, a low budget and a lack of staff confidence. Then, a CU Denver student wanted to see more conservative women in fashion magazines, so she made one. Next, how first responders are training to best manage cases with dementia patients. Finally, how a Silverton school reckoned with the town’s past.
Walker Stapleton Says He Is Not Beholden To Trump; A Liberal And Conservative Break Bread
Republican candidate for governor Walker Stapleton shared his thoughts on his first 100 days, his relationship to Trump and on his opponent Jared Polis. Then, in the latest addition to our Breaking Bread series, a liberal denverite meets with a military family matriarch to work through their disagreements. Next, the best tips for your Colorado garden.
Polis Shares His 100-Day Plan; Analysts Say The Gov. Candidates Are Politically Polarizing
Colorado Matters talk to Rep. Jared Polis moments after his primary victory speech. Republican and Democratic political analysts break down what to expect during the general governor’s race and what Polis and Walker Stapleton need to do to win. Next, we see how the first primary open to unaffiliated voters went and how they cast their ballots.
The Scientists Changing The Way We See Drought; What’s Next For The Arlene’s Flowers Case
Scientists have created a map that allows anyone to see just how dry Colorado and the rest of the U.S. are. Next, why SCOTUS judges cited their Masterpiece Cakeshop decision in the Arlene’s Flowers case. Then, Lori Poland is launching a child welfare foundation 35 years after her kidnapping. Finally, this teenager makes electronic music using found sound.
Teens Share Their Thoughts On Marijuana; This New Play Happens In Denver’s Streets
Students at two very different schools – one urban and high-poverty, the other suburban and affluent – discuss the ubiquity of cannabis, self-medicating and more. Then, the latest theater experience at Denver Center isn’t in the theater. Next, how green roofs work. Finally, a transwoman and her doctor talk about her gender confirmation surgery next month.
What To Do If You Get A Fire Evacuation Notice; Get High At This Yoga Class And Bus Tour
Wildfire season kicked off with a bang this year with the 416 Fire. Here’s what you should know about fire evacuation orders. Then, new businesses in the flowering cannabis industry include yoga classes and bus tours. Next, a decline in newspapers correlates to higher interest rates for taxpayers. Finally, we hear from Colorado musician Brent Cowles.
