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🏓 Are Denver’s pickleball problems over?
January 8, 2024
Good morning, Denver! I don’t run. But I’m considering it for a chance to win free Chipotle. New year, new me, right? 👟 🌯
What's CITY Talking About?
🏗️ Is Denver Paying Too Much on Construction?
Just days after City Council OK’d another $1.15 million dollars toward the 16th Street Mall redevelopment, a new report from the city auditor claims “insufficient oversight” of city construction projects could be leading to grievous overspending. [Denverite]
💸 Are You Eligible for Free Money?
A new online tool helps Coloradans find dozens of public benefits they’re potentially eligible for in as little as 6 minutes. The free service runs users’ information against the eligibility qualifications for more than 40 federal, state, and county benefits programs. In 2023, the tool found roughly $30 million in benefits for eligible participants that year. [CO Sun]
🏓 Good News for Pickleballers
Hopefully bringing some resolution to one of the most contentious disputes in Denver over the last year, the city has announced the addition of 13 new indoor pickleball courts to rec centers across the city, plus plans for more in the future. [Denverite]
🗳️ State’s GOP-Held Seats Open Up
Nine-term Congressman Doug Lamborn announced his retirement on Friday. The 69-year-old Colorado Springs Republican represented Colorado’s 5th Congressional District. Interestingly, his retirement means all three of Colorado’s Republican-held congressional districts are up for grabs this year. [Denver Post 🔒]
🏜️ Two Truths and a Tall Tale
Was No Name, Colorado, actually named after a brothel? What was the Unsinkable Molly Brown called in real life? Did the barbecue riot of 1898 really happen? Test your knowledge of Colorado’s wild West history with this storytelling game. [City Cast Denver 🎧]
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Visit Tecovas in Cherry Creek North today!
Howdy, Denver. Rodeo season is here and the National Western Stock Show is kicking off. Come on by your neighborhood Tecovas Store in Cherry Creek North today, grab a cold one, and shop for a new pair of boots or other quality western goods to get ready for the Stock Show. Don’t Go Gently, y’all!
What To Do
Monday, Jan. 8
🤠 = our Stock Show picks!
- 🤠 Mutton Bustin’ | 6 p.m. | Free with GA | Elyria Swansea
- 🍣 Yoga, Sake & Sushi | 6-8 p.m. | $15-$20 | Five Points
- 🤠 PBR Bull Riding | 7 p.m. | $38+ | Elyria Swansea
- 🧘 Beginners Yoga 4-Week Series | 7-8:15 p.m. | $99 | North Cap Hill
- ✏️ Writers Group | 7-9 p.m. | $12-$15 | Civic Center
Tuesday, Jan. 9
🤠 = our Stock Show picks
- 🤠 Free Grounds Admission Day | All Day | 8 a.m.-7 p.m. | Elyria Swansea
- 🤠 Sheep Shearing | 12:30 p.m. | Free with GA | Elyria Swansea
- 🤠 Top Hogs of the Wild West | 2 / 3:30 p.m. | Free with GA | Elyria Swansea
- 💃 Lindy Hop Swing Class | 6 p.m. | $10+ | Five Points
- 🎞️ Cinema Azteca | 6:30 p.m. | $15 | Highland
Wednesday, Jan. 10
🤠 = our Stock Show picks
- 🤠 Cowboy Mounted Shooting Showcase | 10 a.m. | Free with GA | Elyria Swansea
- 🤠 Stockyards Beef and Wine Festival | 5:30 p.m. | Free with GA | Elyria Swansea
- 🥟 Dumpling Mastery Class | 6-8 p.m. | Donation-based | Westwood
- ♟️ Chess Night | 6-9 p.m. | Free | Five Points
- 🧠 Denver Trivia League | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Free | Rosedale
- 💄 Drag Bingo | 7-9 p.m. | Free | City Park West
Today on City Cast
Can You Guess Which Wild West Tales Are Real or Fake?
How well do you know your wild West history? Test your knowledge of Colorado’s colorful past on today’s City Cast Denver podcast — play along with our “Two Truths and a Tall Tale” game and see if you can spot which are true legends and which are fabricated fables of the frontier.
The cow's name was Theme De Loof and she busted through the crowd and was caught on film making her way to the Great Western Bank. So there's video of her trying to break into a bank.
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Tecovas Tip: The Perfect Western Accessories
It’s all about the details. That’s true for most things in life, including accessorizing a western outfit. This is a rich category of western wear. Plus, it’s the best way to add a little western flare to any outfit. Here are the best western accessories.
- Belts/Buckles: Truly endless possibilities that will keep your pants up and your style on point.
- Jewelry: Spring for a bolo tie, a set of gemstone earrings, or a silver ring for an added yeehaw.
- Leather: Whether it’s a fringed jacket, a leather bag, or an exotic wallet, leather is always in style.
Bandanas and Wild Rags: Add one of these western staples with your favorite print or pattern to make your outfit pop.
That’s all for today! See ya back here tomorrow.
— Peyton Garcia
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