Boulder is proud to celebrate Barbara Kalu as the 2025 Clinical Mental Health Counseling Student of the Year. Her dedication to mental health, research, and advocacy is already making a meaningful impact. A Voice for Change Barbara is a Master’s Candidate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University. With a background in Psychology […]

Alesandrea is one of those rare finds that turns a trip to the wine store into something special. Hidden in plain sight at Public Wine in Lafayette, she brings a warm welcome that feels less like a transaction and more like a connection. It all starts simply. A smile, a genuine greeting, and the sense […]

Boulder is home to many brilliant minds, but few shine as brightly as Dr. Brenna Bray. This year, she’s been named Boulder Health Coach and Boulder Health Advocate of 2025—a well-deserved recognition for a woman whose work is changing lives across the globe. Brain Science Meets Real Life Dr. Bray holds a PhD in Biomedical […]

On a perfect summer day in Boulder, Colorado, nothing captures the local spirit quite like tubing down Boulder Creek. In today’s Faces of Boulder edition, we feature a woman living her best Boulder life — floating gently down the creek, the sun glistening off the water, and the foothills of the Rockies standing proudly in […]

A Fresh Start in Boulder Each fall, Boulder transforms as a new wave of Buffs begins their journey at the University of Colorado. Freshmen arrive with cars packed full of essentials, parents giving tearful hugs, and students buzzing with anticipation. This is more than the first chapter of college—it’s the start of something remarkable at […]

In today’s Faces of Boulder: Climbing Edition, we’re taking it to the top—literally. A stunning photo captures three climbers perched on the summit of one of Boulder’s iconic Flatirons, looking north over the entire city. The view? North Boulder stretching to the Boulder Reservoir, and the heartbeat of town—Pearl Street Mall—laid out below like a […]

On a radiant summer afternoon, Boulder Creek comes alive with energy, laughter, and the rhythm of rushing water. In this week’s Faces of Boulder feature, we highlight a photo of five friends gathered along the banks of the creek—three enjoying the sunshine onshore and two floating downstream on tubes. Their easy camaraderie captures what Boulder […]

Boulder Farmers Market: A Gathering Place for Food, Flowers, and Friends Few places capture the true spirit of Boulder like the Boulder Farmers Market. On any given Saturday morning, the air is filled with the scent of fresh herbs, just-picked peaches, and sizzling breakfast burritos. But it’s not just about the produce—it’s about the people. […]

Mountain Memories: A Mother-Daughter Day of Fishing in Boulder’s High Country In today’s Faces of Boulder, we celebrate the simple joy of a timeless tradition: a mother and daughter casting lines into crystal-clear waters, surrounded by snow-capped peaks in Colorado’s majestic high country. This heartwarming scene captures more than just a fishing trip—it’s a moment […]

Boulder Mornings Start Here: The Mount Sanitas Ritual When the rest of Boulder is just rubbing the sleep from its eyes, there’s a man standing at the top of Mount Sanitas, watching the first rays of light paint the sky in brilliant hues. This isn’t a one-time photo op — it’s a ritual. A daily […]