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After battling the Army's attempts to expand the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site for decades, two groups were just honored by the state. westword.com/news/locals-fi…

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Denver's shared micromobility program has grown into one of the largest in the nation. Today, only two companies are permitted to rent out the popular vehicles in Denver: Lime and Bird. But that may soon change. Read this week's cover story: westword.com/news/denver-e-…

This year's CWA is in-person and online from April 13 to April 16. westword.com/arts-culture/t…

The 23-inch Glizzilla was so enticing that a stranger ate it off the floor after I dropped it. westword.com/food-drink/coo…

In late 2024, chef Jeremy Wolgamott stepped away from his role as executive chef at Bistro Vendôme to pursue his dream of opening his own spot that focused on Southern cuisine. A year and a half later, he’s back in the kitchen. westword.com/food-drink/old…

The third-largest city in the metro wants to run its new navigation center differently. westword.com/news/lakewood-…

The bitter battle will finally come to an end this month. westword.com/news/denver-e-…

Banshee Tree embraces change on its new album, which the Boulder band will celebrate at the Bluebird on April 12. westword.com/music/boulder-…

A three-month process that's only the beginning of a $30 million facelift for the gems and minerals exhibition will begin April 15. The Coors Hall of Gems & Minerals isn't expected to reopen until late 2027: westword.com/arts-culture/d…

The Rocky Mountain Train Show has not only survived but thrived here in Denver, with its 41st show coming up on April 11 and 12 at the National Western Complex: westword.com/arts-culture/r…

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Here’s what you need to know about this year’s James Beard Award finalists, including what to eat and drink when you visit these top-notch establishments. westword.com/food-drink/col…

It's time to either plan a vacation out of Denver for September 12 or grab your favorite Faygo and boofable drugs. westword.com/music/icp-denv…

Despite an overall shortfall of more than $1.2 billion, the state budget largely spared education. westword.com/news/colorado-…

A Colorado woman victimized by an overseas romance scam joined forces with the scammers, helping them to secure around $3.5 million from other victims, according to the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado. westword.com/news/colorado-…

The Coors Hall of Gems & Minerals has been a popular attraction since it opened in 1982. Now, it's time for a reimagining. westword.com/arts-culture/d…

Last week was packed with closure announcements, and this week is kicking off with yet another one, as The Family Jones has announced plans to close its tasting room, the Spirit House, on May 1. westword.com/food-drink/pop…

After putting over $3 million into a long renovation, the owners are ready to welcome living residents. westword.com/news/haunted-d…

"I hope random people stumble into Broken Bow and get a sense of a traditional Western lifestyle they were previously unaware of." westword.com/music/broken-b…