City Cast Denver
📱DoBetterDNVR is back — and sorry?
September 26, 2025 · — Peyton Garcia
It’s Friday! 🎉
That wraps up the first week of our fall membership campaign. Thanks and welcome to all our brand new Neighbors! 💚 👏 For those still thinking about it, allow me to remind you why becoming a City Cast Denver Neighbor is totally worth it:
- 🗓️ Exclusive weekly event roundups delivered directly to your inbox
- 🌟 Members-only events where you can hang with the CCD team at special happy hours and volunteer opportunities
- 📣 Neighborhood Shoutouts — highlight your favorite local organizations on the podcast and in newsletter
- 🎧 Ad-free listening on the City Cast Denver podcast
- 🎙️ An on-air thank you — a super special shoutout on the show!
Plus, we work hard every day to loop you into the most important conversations happening in the city. When you become a City Cast Denver Neighbor, you’re directly supporting our mission to make Denver a better, brighter place to live 💚
But wait, there’s more! If you become a member during our fall membership drive, you have a chance to win a $250 gift card to Bonnano Concepts, good at any of their restaurants — Mizuna, Luca, Osteria Marco, Salita, Dumplin’, or Vesper Lounge.
Plus, get that sweet tote! 🛍️ 👇
What's CITY Talking About?
🏗️ Ball Arena Bridge Approved for Next Phase
This week, the Downtown Design Advisory Board agreed to advance plans for a pedestrian bridge that would connect Ball Arena to downtown by crossing over Speer Boulevard. Planners will now study how the bridge fits into Denver’s long-term vision for the area, which includes the development of a massive new retail district. [Westword]
🟢 A Remorseful Return for DoBetterDNVR
After deactivating both its X and Instagram accounts earlier this week, the anonymous online provocateur known by the handle DoBetterDNVR appears to have resurfaced, armed with an apology. The account — known for criticizing the Johnston administration and posting inflammatory photos of homelessness in Denver — apologized for previous personal attacks on Mayor Johnston and his wife and promised future online posts would be “accurate and constructive.” [DoBetterDNVR]
📱 Social Media’s Place in Local Politics
Is social media a necessary part of politics? Some Colorado congressional leaders say yes. But is it really about communication and healthy discourse? Or is it just a forum for threats and rage bait? [City Cast Denver 🎧]
🐾 DPS to Deploy Gun-Sniffing Dogs
Denver Public Schools will soon deploy a fleet of gun-sniffing dogs at select campuses as part of a pilot program to combat gun violence at school. The dogs will only be used at school sporting events. Details — like how many dogs, which schools, and funding costs — have not yet been released. [Denverite]
- Quantifiable results: Similar programs are popping up in school districts across the country. One in Dallas-Fort Worth seized 30 guns in a single school year. [NBC 5]
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Live Comedy at Dude, IDK Studios!
Join us for all the funny in one of the most-unique venues Denver has to offer, as Comedian Lisa Curry joins us Friday, September 26th at 7pm! The following week, Comedian Brad Wenzel is taking over Denver and bringing his comedy to Dude, IDK Studios at 8pm!
Where Is It?
Last week’s answer: This rock n’ roll lizard can be found along the Cherry Creek Trail under the Delgany Street bridge. Reader Alan B. says, “I like to think it’s one of the Lizard People who live under the airport, coming up for a special appearance at the last UMS show. In any case, it gives high school Trapper Keeper doodle vibes and I love it.”
(Psst! Know the artist? 🧑🎨 Let us know so we can give them a shoutout!)
👏 A round of applause for this week’s correct guessers:
- Brian P. was the first to write in with the correct answer!
- But Bill P. wasn't far behind!
- Plus, an extra special shoutout for Alan B. who submitted last week’s pic!
This Week’s Photo:
🕵️ Do YOU know where to find this grouping of silly street signs? Be among the first to respond with the right answer and you’ll get a special shoutout in next Friday’s newsletter!
✨ A special thanks to reader Laurie K. for sharing this week’s pic!
📸 Want to submit a photo? Send me a snapshot of somewhere in Denver, and I’ll consider it for an upcoming photo trivia segment!
What To Do
Friday, Sep. 26
- 🎤 Mortified Live! @ The Federal Theatre
- 🏛️ Doors Open Denver @ Venues across the city
- 🥨 Denver Oktoberfest @ Downtown Denver
- 😱 Creeporado An Evening of the Strange & Unusual @ History Colorado Center
- ☕ Coffee Friday @ CSU Spur
Saturday, Sep. 27
- 🎉 TheBigWonderful @ 16th Street
- 🕵️ True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner @ Embassy Suites Denver Downtown
- 🏛️ Doors Open Denver @ Venues across the city
- 🥨 Denver Oktoberfest @ Downtown Denver
- 💃 AfroFusion x Reggae en Español @ Two Moons Music Hall
- 🥳 Woods Boss Block Party @ Woods Boss Brewing
- 🚲 Denver Century Ride @ Starting at the Shops at Northfield
- 🎉 Super Colfax Block Party @ Along Colfax Ave.
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Navigating Denver Real Estate
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A: Mortgage rates don’t always fall when the Fed cuts rates. They follow the bond market and sometimes even drop before a Fed cut when investors anticipate it. Understanding this helps explain why mortgage rates move differently from the Fed’s decisions.
Do you have a question about Denver real estate? Submit your questions for Elizabeth Martinez HERE, and she might answer in next week’s segment.
Curious about building equity or whether buying makes sense for you? Let’s chat—I'd love to help you explore your options. – Elizabeth
💚 A special thank you to Kathy M., Amber B., Bob D., Hannah H., Michelle H., Natasia P., Elle N., and Anant R. — our newest City Cast Denver Neighbors 🫶
Why Join? Anant R. says:
“I moved to Denver in July and immediately started looking for a news podcast. From the first episode I listened to, City Cast had my ear. Y’all are funny and thoughtful, and your coverage is wide-ranging. You’ve earned my support.”
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