From ‘Murder Hornets’ To Wasps: What To Know About These Often Misunderstood Insects
When Cody Lawson saw an ominous-looking hornet in Denver, he sent us a photo and wondered if it’s a murder hornet. For the answer, we checked in with Lisa Mason, a CSU Extension Agent in Fort Collins who specializes in native bees, other pollinators, insects and citizen science.
Sept. 15, 2021: Not All Wasps Are Out To Sting; Helping Children Through Grief
Grief is all around us– exacerbated by the pandemic. What does that look like for children? Then, a listener photo prompts the question: can murder hornets live in Colorado? Plus, Colorado Springs’ Conejos neighborhood is gone, but not forgotten. Also, Pueblo considers nuclear. And what to do about abandoned mines and wells in Colorado.
Sept. 13, 2021: District Apologizes For Toy Gun Incident; Telluride’s ‘Must Watch’ Movies
A Colorado Springs school district has apologized a year after sending officers to the home of a 12-year-old student suspected of having a toy gun. The incident led to a change in state law. Plus, Purplish explores the pros and cons of having competitive Congressional districts. And movies to watch for after the Telluride Film Festival.
A Year After Sending Cops To A Kid’s Home, A Colorado Springs School District Apologizes
But while Danielle Elliott is pleased with many of the changes the district has made since, she feels the letter came too late.
Sept. 10, 2021: Marking 20 Years Since 9/11 With Music; An Afghan Reflects
Magee Capsouto and the Trinity United Methodist Church will commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11 this weekend with “Requiem For The Living.” Then, how the events of Sept. 11 shaped the life of Mirwais Hotak, a refugee who owns an Afghan restaurant in Littleton. Plus, two Coloradans share their memories of the attack.
Firefighters Climb Stairs To Honor Their Fallen Colleagues On 9/11
Colorado firefighters will climb the stairs of a Denver skyscraper on 9/11 to honor their fallen colleagues. They will ascend 55 stories, in full gear, twice, to equal the 110 stories of the World Trade Center. 343 firefighters will make the climb. That’s the number of firefighters who died in New York City on 9/11. Owen Bersagel-Briese is one of the founders of the Denver 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. He spoke with us on the 10th anniversary about how it got started and became a national tribute.
Denver Woman Recalls 9/11 From The View In Greenwich Village
Lisa Gilford of Denver used to live in New York City. She’s a former Colorado film commissioner. She was in Greenwich Village on 9/11, working on a television project. She spoke with Ryan Warner in 2018.
After 9/11, She Played Violin To Console. 20 Years Later, She Plays To Remember
Magee Capsouto was 11-years-old when she witnessed the attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City on September 11, 2001. In the aftermath, she learned how the power of music can build community in times of pain. Now, 20 years later, she will play violin with the Trinity United Methodist Church’s Chancel choir and orchestra to honor the lives lost in the attacks and in the pandemic.
Sept. 8, 2021: He Fled The Nazis, Then Joined The 10th Mt. Division; COVID In Ft. Collins
The extraordinary story of a man who escaped the Nazis, came to the U.S. and returned to Europe to fight Hitler. John Sachs was a member of the Army’s 10th Mountain Division, the skiing, climbing soldiers who trained in Colorado. Then, a check-up on the impact of COVID in Northern Colorado. And breaking down the draft congressional map in Purplish.
He Escaped The Nazis, Came To The U.S. And Returned To Fight Hitler With Colorado’s 10th Mountain Division
He survived the Holocaust. Then came to the United States, joined the Army, and went back to Europe to fight the Nazis who killed his parents. It’s the story of the late John Sachs, who joined the elite and experimental 10th Mountain Division, the skiing/climbing soldiers of World War II. John’s grandson David, a former Denverite reporter, shares a 1996 interview his grandfather gave as part of a Holocaust remembrance project.
Sept. 2, 2021: Impact Of Indictments In McClain Case; Family Fights To Flee Afghanistan
With the indictment of five officers and paramedics in the death of Elijah McClain, we check in with a state lawmaker who championed police reform. Then, perspective from CPR justice reporter Allison Sherry. Later, an Afghan woman who fled to Colorado fights to get her siblings out of Kabul. Plus, Purplish tours Colorado’s possible new 8th District.
4 Vintage Cookie Recipes From A Colorado Town That No Longer Exists
Pineapple cookies, date tea cakes and more.
Aug. 31, 2021: Colorado Katrina Refugee On Parallels With Ida; Creating Tree Equity
Mercedes Toregano relocated to Denver after Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans 16 years ago; now her adult children and sister are dealing with Ida. Then, what do trees say about neighborhood health and equity? Plus, Avery’s headed to the Four Corners. And Purplish explores Latino representation in its ongoing special series on redistricting.
Fort Morgan Business Owner Trades In Restaurant For RV
Danette Garliss, owner of “Elaine’s Place” in Fort Morgan, decided to sell her restaurant during the pandemic, and buy an RV to hit the open road. We caught up with her about how the past year has changed her life.
Cover Theater At The Heart Of Main Street Revitalization Effort In Fort Morgan
The Cover Theater is at the heart of a downtown reboot in Fort Morgan. Buildings on Main Street — including this one — are getting spruced up. And one family’s responsible for a lot of it. Donny Edson and his family also bought several blocks downtown that needed some TLC.
Aug. 27, 2021: On The Road In Fort Morgan
Fort Morgan, unlike other communities on the Plains, is adding people. Many of them are immigrants and refugees. We’ll meet two women trying to up Morgan County’s vaccination rate, which lags behind the state average. Then, a Main Street businessman with a vision for helping Fort Morgan grow. And remembering Fort Morgan High School’s most famous graduate.
