There are Boulder mornings—and then there are Bear Peak mornings. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of those rare, pulse-stopping moments when the sky ignites in deep reds and burnt oranges, silhouetting Bear Peak in dramatic fashion as the sun climbs above the horizon. It’s the kind of sunrise that reminds you why […]

When winter arrives in Boulder, the mountains don’t slow down—but the body often asks for something different. Colder temperatures, shorter days, and dry air have a way of tightening muscles and draining energy. This is when spa days quietly become part of the Boulder lifestyle, not as a luxury, but as a necessary reset. Boulder […]

Boulder Foothills Face Dangerous Downslope Winds Wednesday. Patio furniture may become airborne and visit your neighbors. Shingles may fly. Here’s generally what we know.  When the Mountains Exhale: A Front Range Wind Story: There are days on the Colorado Front Range when the mountains seem to breathe out. Well, more like full blown sneezes. You feel […]

Face is ready for these holiday shows! Be prepared for a great treat.  The holidays are back in Boulder, and Face Vocal Band is ready to ROCK THE HALLS! Feel the power of soaring vocals, bold harmonies, and reimagined Christmas classics like you’ve never heard them before. This is more than a concert, it’s an […]

There’s something about winter evenings in Boulder that feels quietly magical. As the sun drops behind the Flatirons and the air turns crisp, the city glows—not in an over-the-top way, but in a style that feels uniquely Boulder. Holiday lights here aren’t about spectacle alone; they’re about atmosphere, community, and taking a moment to slow […]

Boulder, Colorado has long been known for its natural beauty, outdoor lifestyle, and quality of life. But in recent years, it has also become one of the most expensive real estate markets in the state. While neighborhoods often get the spotlight, ZIP codes tell a clearer and more accurate story of where Boulder’s highest property […]

Many veterans look to Colorado when long-term care becomes part of life. The mix of accessible healthcare, calm surroundings, and veteran support makes recovery feel manageable. Below, we’ll look at why Colorado works so well for veterans in recovery, how local services support longer stays, and where benefits fit into travel planning. Colorado’s Veteran-Friendly Health […]

By Adrienne Markey, University of Colorado 2025 Graduate  Growing up, I spent weekends skiing in Winter Park, Colorado. My love for the sport eventually led me to the Competition Center, where I first heard of Ellie Huff, the big-mountain skier with beautiful doodles on her Kinco mittens. I knew of Ellie as a talented skier […]

We’ve recently been treated to shockingly bright and colorful sunsets and sunrises. Last night, 12-14, we were treated to a more subtle banding of red over a blue sky. In the interest of transparency (pun intended) this sunset photo is slightly enhanced to bring out the banding in the red stripes which treated us.  The […]

When I first started as a film critic, I had close to zero problems writing a bad review. My calculus was simple; if you make a film and release it for public consumption, you should be prepared for positive and negative reactions. You worked really hard on a project and people don’t like it? Hey, […]