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McComb keeps on truckin’

Jack McComb’s heart lives in Littleton, but his life is on the road. “I enjoy driving and seeing different things,” he said. “It’s not exactly like being a tourist, because there’s a lot of places the truck can’t go. But I get to … more

Elbert County abuzz with business activity

With the dawn of 2014, a bevy of new businesses have debuted — or will debut — in the heart of Elizabeth and Elbert. The list includes several well-known area antique shops, which are in the process of relocating, and a western-themed … more

Chamber hires new director

The Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce has a new director. Peg Kelley, a longtime Elizabeth resident known to many around the area through her work as a community banker, has assumed leadership of the organization. Her first day on the job was Dec. … more

How will the City of Champions project impact us?

Is Colorado Springs truly a City For Champions? That propaganda has been splashed all over the news in recent weeks, but will the nearly $250 to $300 million project give the city, and the … more

New homes, businesses on the way in 2014

As 2013 wraps up, housing construction in Parker remains at a fever pitch, capping off a banner year, the likes of which hasn’t been seen since before the recession. The collapse of the housing market put planned projects on hold indefinitely, … more

Eatery’s zoning approved

The Englewood City Council voted 6-1 on Dec. 16 to give second-and-final reading approval to an ordinance which changes the zoning to allow for a Chick-fil-A drive-thru restaurant at Dartmouth and Broadway. The new zoning is for a planned unit … more

Businesses recognized through awards program

Beginning in 1990, the city of Westminster sponsored the annual Business Appreciation event, honoring local businesses. For 2013, the city made a change and started the Business Legacy Awards Program, recognizing businesses who have reached … more

Project’s first phase opens

The Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce held a ceremony Dec. 20 at the Advanced Auto at 5001 S. Broadway. The store’s official grand opening marks the completion of the first phase of the project that is being constructed near the intersection … more

Waving goodbye to Gary Wink

It is no secret that one of Golden’s most influential community leaders has decided to retire. Gary Wink surprised the city of Golden with his announcement that he will retire January 15 from his position after 19 years as the president and CEO … more

Boom-year for Thornton business

It is with great pleasure that I highlight the many accomplishments for the City of Thornton in 2013. The city is seeing significant advancements with the creation of the 144th Avenue Redevelopment Area and opening of Cabela’s as the anchor … more

Author’s book keeps both children, parents smiling

Unimpressed with his son’s collection of children’s books, Mike Fortunato decided to write his own book, a story not only the little ones can enjoy but also one for parents. The Standley Lake High School Graduate and longtime Westminster and … more

Play Center teaches cognitive skills

After several attempts to find a play center for her son, Stacy Graham, decided to take matters into her own hands, and created a functional play center for children with sensory disabilities. A Place 4 Me play center, LLP, 11651 W. 64 Ave., … more

NREL leads with sustainable landscapes

The Energy Department’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has received certification from a pilot program called SITES, an initiative to create more sustainable landscapes. Sustainable Sites Initiative or SITES spawned in June 2010, … more

GURA asks for more money for Natural Grocers

GURA asks for more funds Sales tax from general fund will be collected Amy Woodward awoodward@ourcoloradonews.com Council approved an intergovernmental agreement with GURA that allows for the collection of a sales tax increment in order … more

'Warrior Strong' shirts benefit Davis fund

If Jeff Wasden had not opened PROformance Apparel eight years ago, he might well have been inside Arapahoe High School on Dec. 13 when shots rang out, critically wounding 17-year-old student Claire … more

App shines a light on holiday displays

Lone Tree’s Greg Walters wasn’t upset when a New York Times reporter earlier this month called his holiday lights iPhone app “the Charlie Brown Christmas tree of apps.” “I thought it was kinda cute,” he said. “The reality of it is, … more

Wal-Mart breaks ground

Northglenn has had the Garland Center on its radar for redevelopment for nearly 10 years. As the city’s oldest retail center, built more than 50 years ago, it was the hardest to develop because of multiply property owners, aging infrastructure … more

Ridgepointe at Gleneagle will get an upgrade after sale

It should come as absolutely no shock that the proximity of the Copper Ridge development was a key factor in the reason an investment group led by Colorado Springs real estate firm Griffis/Blessing … more

State finances don’t inspire optimism

The state of Colorado has taken a few steps back from the edge of the financial cliff, but researchers say it’s not out of danger of falling off. “There’s not truly cause for optimism,” Phyllis Resnick, lead economist with Colorado State … more

Experts explore future of job growth

The news was mostly positive and upbeat at this year’s annual economic forecast breakfast, hosted by the South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce Dec. 13 and attended by nearly 800 area business and civic leaders. After brief opening remarks from … more
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