Category: Denver Metro Latest News

US & Colorado Celebrate 250/150 Years Anniversary Celebration

In 2026, Colorado will observe two significant anniversaries. We invite you to join us in this opportunity to remember our shared past and imagine our future together. Join us for the Sesquicentennial, Semiquincentennial, & Sesquisemiquincentennial Celebrations! In 2026, the United States will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—our nation’s semiquincentennial. At the …

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Douglas County & Aurora Propose New BioChar Facility

Douglas County will soon become home to the nation’s first county-operated biochar facility, an achievement that places our community at the leading edge of wildfire mitigation technology. This bold initiative continues to attract attention across the region as partners step forward to support the County’s innovative approach. Biochar is a carbon-rich material created by heating …

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Northglenn Hosts Art on Parade

Launched in 2001, Northglenn’s Art on Parade program is a unique one-year outdoor sculpture-on-loan program that features the work of up to six professional sculptors in our outdoor gallery at EB Rains Jr. Memorial Park. Residents and park visitors representing various cultures, age, backgrounds, and neighborhoods meet with the Northglenn Arts and Humanities Foundation (NAHF) …

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Denver Zoo Announces New Lion Cubs!

Following a 115-day pregnancy, African lion Araali gave birth to four feisty cubs on Wednesday, August 13, after laboring for nearly 18 hours. The newborns’ father, Usiko, joined the Denver Zoo in 2016 after being transferred from the Lee Richardson Zoo in Garden City, Kansas, the zoo said. Due to Usiko and Araali’s compatible genetics, …

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Denver’s Chatfield Farms Display Trail of Lights!

Trail of Lights at Chatfield Farms takes you along a winding path glistening with lights that illuminate the Colorado countryside. Tucked into the foothills under the dark sky, the glow of lights can be seen for miles. Just under a mile of walking trail, the illumination of cottonwoods, boxelders and pine trees line the pathway …

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Denver Celebrates the Holiday Season!

The annual Denver Light the Lights Celebration will take place on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM on the plaza and steps of the City and County Building. Mayor Mike Johnston will officially kick off Denver’s holiday season by flipping the switch to illuminate the building for the first time this year! This year’s …

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Centennial’s Jingle Jam Brings Holiday Cheer!

The City of Centennial warmly invites families and neighbors to join us for a festive holiday afternoon packed with cheer at Jingle Jam! This free, family-friendly celebration will be held from 1–4 p.m. on Saturday, December 6 at Centennial Center Park (13050 E. Peakview Ave.). Stop by for a delightful afternoon, where the park will …

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Aurora’s Holiday Tree Lighting

Get ready to light up the night with joy and cheer! Join us for the city of Aurora’s annual Holiday Tree Lighting, taking place from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with luminescent sights, merry sounds, and …

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Denver Breaks Ground on Civic Center Next 100 Project

In late November, Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR), joined by Mayor Mike Johnston, Councilman Chris Hinds, the Civic Center Conservancy, the Denver Downtown Development Authority, and architecture and design firm Studio Gang, broke ground on the Civic Center Next 100 Project. The Civic Center Next 100 project celebrates Denver’s First National Historic Landmark and aims …

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Denver Parks & Recreation Opens Gates to Park Hill

In late October, Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR), alongside Mayor Mike Johnston, Councilwoman Shontel M. Lewis, and Councilman Darrell Watson, celebrated the initial opening of Park Hill Park. Thanks to a historic land exchange, the city now owns this site, which is open to the public for passive recreation from sunrise to sunset, seven days …

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Your Generosity and Time Can Make a World of Difference!

The need for support is growing. If you’re able to provide resources or your time, you can help us make a real difference in Arapahoe and other Colorado counties for those navigating hardship. Please consider the following opportunities.  Volunteering helps many organizations helps many Americans in need! There are many non-profit organizations looking for volunteers especially …

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City of Littleton Celebrates Cutting Edge Award Winners!

The City of Littleton created the Cutting-Edge Awards this year to celebrate Littleton businesses that demonstrate innovation, creativity, sustainability, and community involvement. There are four winners, one in each city council district! Pictured below is a group of people holding a check from the City of Littleton for the Cutting Edge awards! District 1 — …

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