Boulder Sunrise Over the Flatirons: A Chautauqua Park Masterpiece There are sunrises… and then there are Boulder sunrises. The kind that stop you in your tracks, crack open your chest a little, and make you feel grateful to be alive on this planet. This epic aerial view over Chautauqua Park captures one of those mornings—where […]

Boulder’s Beloved Landmark: Chautauqua Park There are few places in the country where nature and community come together as beautifully as they do at Chautauqua Park in Boulder, Colorado. Framed by the majestic Flatirons—those iconic sandstone slabs rising dramatically from the foothills—the park captures the essence of Boulder life. On any given day, families stroll […]

Boulder and great burgers go together like Flatirons and sunrise. This town might be famous for endurance athletes and healthy living, but when Boulderites want a burger, they want it done right. With students back in town, locals filling dining rooms, and visitors exploring the city’s food scene, the search for the best hamburger in […]

Boulder’s Best Winter Hikes: Where the Locals Go When the Snow Falls When fresh snow settles on the Flatirons, Boulder’s hiking community doesn’t slow down. Winter is one of the best times of year to explore the city’s trail system thanks to crisp air, quiet paths, and clear mountain views. With the government shutdown keeping […]

Zoey walks into her favorite Boulder dog park the way royalty steps onto a balcony: calm, composed, fully aware that every set of eyes is quietly admiring her. With her regal posture and peaceful confidence, she’s the perfect choice for today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day, soaking up another crisp Colorado afternoon. Her favorite playground […]

The Colorado Rockies hired Paul DePodesta last week as their new Head of Baseball Operations. DePodesta, most recently the Chief Strategy Officer for the Cleveland Browns, was best known for his work with the 2002 Oakland A’s under Billy Beane, where sabermetrics and analytics helped inspire the hit movie “Moneyball” (2011). “Moneyball” is based on […]

East Boulder lit up the entire sky tonight, the kind of scene that makes you stop mid-step and stare because the colors don’t even look real. In this Outdoor Picture of the Day, the horizon stretches wide and open, glowing with deep reds, molten oranges, and soft Colorado blues that blend together over the distant […]

When fall settles into Boulder, something shifts in the air. The mornings get sharper, the leaves burn bright along Boulder Creek, and the whole town seems to crave something warm and comforting to start the day. That’s exactly why Pumpkin Spice Pancakes rise to the top every single November. Cozy, seasonal, and pure comfort, they’re […]

Start Where You Stand: Why Boulder Is the Best Reset Button on Earth There’s something special about waking up in Boulder. The moment the morning light hits the Flatirons, the whole city feels like it’s offering you another chance. The soft blue glow, the cool air rolling off the foothills, and the early movement of […]

What is the government for, anyway? What is it supposed to do? If you’re a libertarian or an old school Republican, you think its function should be minimal. Government should safeguard the rights of citizens, and otherwise butt out of everyday life.. If you’re a liberal, you believe its function should be more active. You […]