🌊 Why environmentalists are fighting with Denver Water

🚔 Denver Police Officer Pleads Not Guilty

The Denver police officer who injured six people when he fired his gun into a crowded downtown street last summer pleaded not guilty at a court appearance on Friday. Earlier this year, a grand jury indicted the officer on multiple charges, including reckless endangerment and reckless and knowing assault. The case is set to go to trial in February next year. [CO Sun]

• A refresher: Here’s what happened the night shots were fired. [CO Sun]

🏓 Bummer News for Glendale Pickleballers

Last week, the Glendale City Council voted unanimously to ban pickleball on local tennis courts. Officials claim pickleball players have caused $100,000 in damages on court surfaces. However, the city is building dedicated pickleball courts at Glendale Park, which are expected to be complete this fall. [Denver7]

• Related: At least the sport wasn’t banned permanently like it was at Denver’s Congress Park earlier this year. [Westword]

🌊 Environmentalists Fight Denver Water

A coalition of activists is asking a federal judge to halt a Denver Water project expanding Gross Reservoir in Boulder County. Their court filing describes “devastating effects” on the local ecology and warns of increased demand on the Colorado River. The coalition filed its first lawsuit to block the project in 2018 (it was dismissed), then they appealed in 2021 (also dismissed). [Denver Post 🔒]

• More Colorado water crisis coverage from City Cast Denver:
  Is Colorado on Its Way to a True Water Crisis? (May 8, 2023)
  Is Denver Hoarding Water? (Aug. 29, 2022)

Last week on the podcast, you heard me talk about the brand new 5280 Pastry Co-op, a new organization of Denver-based bakers. We shared some of our favorite local bakeries on the show, then asked you all to shout out yours!

Holly M. would like to recommend Ana’s Norwegian Bakeri in Littleton: “[It’s also] getting one of the pop-ups on the 16th Street Mall. Her story is great, the baked goods are amaaaaazing, and she also creates a great community spot for Norwegian and Norwegian-Americans here, including a monthly gathering of Norwegian speakers and people who are trying/wanting to learn Norwegian!”

Margaret L. suggests Grateful Bread: “They are only open on Saturdays for retail but have a very loyal following in the Golden area. Be prepared to wait in line. They really shine with their breads and cookies.”

Thomas D.’s favorite is Knead the Bakery in Arvada: “[It’s] next to the DMV at 6510 Wadsworth Blvd. Stephanie and Alex are multi-year winners of the Taste of Arvada. DO NOT CONFUSE THEM WITH KNEADERS!”

🧠 CHOW at the Park | Monday | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Check in on your mental and physical wellbeing at this free community meetup offering health and wellness tools and resources at City Park. This event is hosted by CHOW (Culinary Hospitality Wellness Outreach). [City Park; Free]

👟 Odell Brewing Run Club | Monday | 6:30-9 p.m.

Join the Odell Brewing team for their Monday night run club. Every week is a different route ranging from 5-10K. All levels and abilities are welcome. Afterward, stick around for a beer at the taproom. [Five Points; Free]

🎤 Showcase of the Mondays | Monday | 8-10 p.m.

Laugh off the Monday blues with this free open mic comedy showcase at the Irish Rover, including specials on drinks and apps. [Baker; Free]

Is There Such Thing as a ‘Denver Accent’?

Or perhaps, more than one? The way we speak says a lot about our culture and history. So we got a couple of experts from CU Boulder to translate.