Jul 21 2025
Are you over the age of 60? If so, you are part of the fastest-growing population in Douglas County, and we know you want to remain in the community you know and love. That’s why your Board of Douglas County Commissioners has invested $1.5 million into solutions that address service gaps identified during dozens of …
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Jul 15 2025
Lakewood is one of a select group of cities internationally that has been recognized for its work on sustainability, climate change, resiliency, and environmental transparency, demonstrating that local leadership drives climate innovation, infrastructure investment and economic opportunity. Named to the 2024 CDP A list for the fourth time overall and second year in a row, …
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Jun 30 2025
Mayor Mike Johnston today announced Denver has delivered the largest two-year reduction in street homelessness in U.S. history, along with the lowest number of unsheltered individuals in the country among large cities participating in the annual Point-In-Time (PIT) Count. “Denver is proving that homelessness is solvable so long as we are willing to put in …
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Jun 23 2025
Centennial has been ranked the #1 Best Place to Live in Colorado by U.S. News & World Report in its newly released 2025–2026 rankings. With an overall score of 6.1, the City also landed at #154 nationwide, reaffirming Centennial’s reputation as a vibrant, high-quality community with a strong local economy and an exceptional quality of …
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Jun 16 2025
Celebrate Independence Day in Belmar, the heart of downtown Lakewood! Join the City of Lakewood and Belmar for a night to remember at a vibrant community celebration on Thursday, July 3 from 5 to 10 p.m. Get ready for an evening filled with excitement and fun for all ages. Bring your dancing shoes to enjoy …
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Jun 09 2025
The City and County of Denver, Mayor Mike Johnston and the National Western Center today announced a transformative step forward in the development of the National Western Center campus: the launch of the Equestrian Center, Hotel, Housing, and Parking Garage project. This milestone, which was approved by City Council on Monday, marks the final asset …
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Jun 02 2025
Douglas County Commissioners recognize Older Americans Month and announce that June 11 will be their Live Town Hall and Resource Fair in Castle Rock. Did you know that older adults make up Douglas County’s fastest-growing population? This vibrant community of adults over the age of 55 are not only the beloved heads of our families, …
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May 19 2025
The City and County of Denver today announced the approval of two catalytic investments negotiated by Mayor Mike Johnston to galvanize Denver’s economy, create jobs, and restore community. The initiatives, which involve acquiring land and delivering infrastructure improvements to enable construction of a professional women’s soccer stadium and surrounding development at Santa Fe Yards, as …
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May 12 2025
Through May 14, drop your second-hand mobility devices at the Miller or Wilcox Buildings in Castle Rock to help African com munities in need. Have you ever had a broken bone, a sprained ankle, or another injury that left you dependent on mobility devices to get around? Were you glued to your crutches, brace, or …
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May 01 2025
You are, or likely know, a current or former service member and have immense pride in their service. Our Veterans are always looking out for us. Now, we can give something back to these men and women who are the backbone of our county and our nation. That’s why Douglas County Commissioner George Teal, the …
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Apr 21 2025
In April, Mayor Mike Johnston and Councilwoman Jamie Torres joined Denver Parks & Recreation (DPR) and community members to officially break ground on the long-awaited Westwood Recreation Center — the first of its kind in the Westwood neighborhood, a historically underserved area of the city. The new Westwood Recreation Center is supported by a $37.5 …
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Apr 14 2025
The Northglenn Arts & Humanities Foundation (NAHF) is excited to announce the upcoming installation of seven new sculptures at E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park as part of its 2025/26 Art on Parade program. This year marks the first time the committee has selected seven sculptures, a decision made after a tie during the selection process. …
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