Double (Helix) Breakthrough
Researchers at CU Boulder create a synthetic polymer with the DNA-like double helical structure.
Culture
“Romance in Marseille”: Notes On a Legend
The academic journal English Language Notes recently featured a collection of essays about "Romance in Marseille."
What’s in a Name? Change.
Boulder is renaming Settler’s Park as The Peoples’ Crossing In October of 1858, a group of hopeful gold-seekers arrived near the mouth of what is now Boulder Canyon. Chief Niwot of the Southern Arapaho promptly rode out to the encampment to warn the intruders to leave—they were squatting on protected Arapaho land, in violation of the
Startup Colorado: Making Connections
Startup Colorado, a rural outreach program at CU Law School in Boulder, developed a free online network to link entrepreneurs, small business owners and business-support organizations.
Local Camping Closures: Know Before You Go
Do you know how to responsibly poop while camping? That may be an awkward question, but irresponsible placement of human waste is part of the reason the USDA Forest Service had to close several dispersed camping sites in Boulder County this year. Visitor-created campsites will not be allowed along Rainbow Lakes Road (northwest of Nederland)
Pomp and Contraception
Increased access to birth control leads to more young women graduating high school, according to a recent study at CU Boulder.
Boulder County Has Lowest Prevalence of Chronic Illness in U.S.
About 6 in 10 Americans have a chronic disease, defined as one that lasts a year or more and requires ongoing medical care, like diabetes, obesity, heart disease or kidney disease. Many chronic diseases have a genetic component, but they can also be caused or exacerbated by environmental, economic and lifestyle factors such as pollution,
Reiland Rabaka: Working For the Cause
Reiland Rabaka was appointed to lead CU Boulder’s newly established Center for African & African American Studies in May 2021.
Paradox Sports: Climbing to New Heights
Paradox Sports provides adaptive climbing opportunities and introduces disabled people to a larger community of adaptive athletes.
Junkyard Social Club: Boulder’s First Adventure Playground
Junkyard Social Club, Boulder's first adventure playground, is preparing kids to take over the world.
Active at Any Age
Boulder County offers lots of opportunities for seniors to stay active—in body and mind. Here are just a few.
Longmont Dubbed Colorado’s Greenest City
Longmont has a new accolade to brag about: It’s the Colorado winner in Insurify’s 2021 Greenest Cities Awards Insurify—a company that compares car insurance quotes and analyzes relevant data—ranked cities based on factors including air quality, driving rates, hybrid and electric vehicle prevalence, and whether city officials have established a commitment to renewable energy. To
Step Back in Time at the Yesteryear Farm Show
Don't miss the antique tractors at Gibson Fest, a highlight of the annual Yesteryear Farm Show at Dougherty Museum in Longmont.
Cutting Cannabis’ Carbon Footprint
Thanks to taxes and fees, Colorado’s booming cannabis industry adds almost $400 million yearly to the state’s coffers. Unfortunately, though, indoor cannabis production accounts for about 1.3 percent of the state’s total greenhouse gas emissions. It’s been rising as growers move their operations indoors in record numbers, due to catastrophic crop damage from unpredictable weather
Boulder Comedy Festival: Bring On the Hilarity
Without further ado… The Boulder Comedy Festival is finally on! As we wake from our pandemic-inspired stupor, why not wake up with a laugh? Organizer and comedian Zoe Rogers planned a multi-day comedy festival for 2020. And that didn’t happen. But this is the year for it. This first-ever event is scheduled for June 24–27
Osprey News: A New Man in the Nest
A new “dad” has moved into the osprey nest at Cattail Pond after the famous father from years past didn't return from his migration.
Bart’s Record Shop Spins Back to Life as Paradise Found Records
Paradise Found Records has only been in its new digs at 1646 Pearl Street since April, but they’re already feeling the love from excited locals.
Preserving, Healing, Remembering
After the tragic shooting in Boulder in March, local community members and far-flung visitors congregated at the chain-link fence in front of King Soopers to leave flowers, notes, artwork and other items commemorating the lives we lost to a devastating act of violence. Together, the objects placed at the memorial create a snapshot of Boulder’s
Sweet & Spicy: Colorado Peaches & Chiles
Palisade peaches and Pueblo chiles taste just like summer By Lisa Truesdale Our state is famous for an abundance of wonderful things, and two of the tastiest show up by the bushel-full during the summer months. Unlike our legendary mountain views and nonstop sunshine, though, Palisade peaches and Pueblo chiles are only available for
Local Black-Owned Businesses
Black-owned businesses in Boulder County get support and recognition with the help of local entrepreneurs.
Janet Russell: Putting Arts on the Map
Janet Russell, owner of Creative Framing Art Gallery, has paved a wide path for the arts in Louisville.
