Colorado is home to a diverse array of butterflies, boasting approximately 80 different species within its borders. Among the notable and abundant species found in the state are the black swallowtail, two-tailed swallowtail, and western swallowtail. The majestic monarch butterfly, renowned for its remarkable annual migration, also graces Colorado’s landscapes. Another common sight is the […]

Inspiration can connect the most far-fetched or opposite ideas and come from the most unlikely of places. To give it further jolt, necessity is indeed the mother of invention. Put the two together and see what curious results give light. So, let’s play a little trivia. What do Boulder High School and beer brewing have […]

Humans have always had a complicated relationship with weather. Ancient cultures prayed and made offerings to gods in hopes of receiving conditions conducive to growing crops. Adverse weather, then, was often interpreted as displeasure on behalf of those same beings—a punishment for failing to observe proper rituals. It doesn’t take a history scholar to understand […]

The State of Colorado is witnessing tremendous population growth, reaching a historically high number of 5.8 million people. This has made the State an excellent opportunity zone for young people, businesses, and investment firms. Its flourishing economy and welcoming residents are what make the State such a stellar performer, even in the face of more […]

Living your life can follow two distinct paths: either you conform to the expectations set by others, or you seize control and shape the existence you truly desire. Many individuals yearn to carve their own unique paths but are often uncertain about where to begin. Making the life you want is undoubtedly challenging, but anyone […]

Meet Heidi Cuppari and her daughter, Summer Cuppari Gould, co-authors of the groundbreaking EmpowerGen column. Heidi and Summer have lived in Boulder for 17 years and both adore the community here. Summer will be attending the Leeds School of Business at CU Boulder, where she will continue to fuel her passion for entrepreneurship and social […]

To commemorate World Refugee Day (June 20th), Boulder’s acclaimed singer-songwriter Rebecca Folsom unveils her latest music video, “Power of Love.” Co-written and performed alongside Raqaya Alfaris and Mireille Bakhos, two inspiring refugee teenagers from Saudi Arabia, the song is a heartfelt anthem of hope and respect. “Power of Love” is featured on Folsom’s highly anticipated […]

As the Denver Nuggets rolled through the downtown streets of LoDo, champagne filled and shirtless, the confetti flew, and fans cheered. A franchise that began back in 1967 had finally captured its first NBA Championship. A victory parade of epic proportions. But as the fire engines stopped, and thousands packed into Civic Center Park, I […]

Comics are a lot like life. Sometimes you feel like you’re on cloud nine, swinging through the world without a care in the world. Kinda like Spider-Man. Sometimes you feel like you’re the Good Lord’s personal cat toy. Also kinda like Spider-Man! And sometimes? Sometimes things are so screwy and tangled up that the only […]

Hello Everyone and Happy Monday!  Are you ready for some motivation for this week?  What if I could give you something better than just “motivation”?  What if I could give you a tool that you can use every day to achieve your goals and vision for your life?  If that sounds like something you would […]