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🌳 What do you want to see at Park Hill Golf Course?

April 17, 2025 · — McKenna Harford

Good morning, Denver! Colorado is getting its ninth Trader Joe’s, this time in Westminster! My favorite snack? TJ’s Unexpected Cheddar Spread with crackers 🧀😋

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The former Park Hill Golf Course in Denver on Jan. 22.
The former Park Hill Golf Course in Denver on Jan. 22. (RJ Sangosti/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

⛳ What’s Next For Park Hill Golf Course?

The city is kicking off the planning process for the unused land in Northeast Park Hill’s transformation into a new park, with a survey releasing April 21 to generate ideas for park amenities. City council is still in the process of gaining ownership of the land, but the mayor’s office hopes to have the space open to the public this summer. [Denverite]

🌭 Biker Jim Returns

Jim Pittenger, the namesake of the Denver hot dog empire, has reclaimed the Biker Jim brand, meaning he can start reviving his food carts and restaurant. Pittenger thought he had lost use of his name and likeness when he split with his former partner in 2020, but after reviewing his contract, he was able to take it back. [Westword]

Will Denver’s Car Culture Ever Change? Plus, Vision Zero, a ‘Diverging Diamond’ and a Spicy Prediction

🚗 Transit Expert Talks Denver's Biggest Projects

Is Denver’s Vision Zero plan to decrease pedestrian deaths actually working? Who will benefit from the reconfiguration of the I-25 and Speer interchange? Why is nobody riding RTD anymore? We asked our favorite transit expert to weigh in. [City Cast Denver 🎧]

👍 Businesses, Builders Happy With Johnston’s Downtown Efforts

Local restauranteurs and developers have responded positively to some of Mayor Mike Johnston’s recent efforts to revitalize downtown, including beefing up police presence and creating a new permitting office to speed up the process for new development. Dave Query, the owner of Jax Fish House and Oyster Bar, told Business Den that downtown needs a lot of love and city officials are “promising that love.” [Business Den 🔒]

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