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Boulder Colorado’s Top Kid-Friendly Hikes

Best Trails for Kids in Boulder, Colorado: Top Tycoon Trails for Young Adventurers Boulder is one of the most family-friendly outdoor destinations in the country, and nothing proves it more than its incredible network of kid-approved hiking trails. Whether you’re looking for an easy stroll, a nat…

Best Trails for Kids in Boulder, Colorado: Top Tycoon Trails for Young Adventurers Boulder is one of the most family-friendly outdoor destinations in the country, and nothing proves it more than its …

Best Trails for Kids in Boulder, Colorado: Top Tycoon Trails for Young Adventurers Boulder is one of the most family-friendly outdoor destinations in the country, and nothing proves it more than its incredible network of kid-approved hiking trails. Whether you’re looking for an easy stroll, a nature-filled afternoon, or a short adventure to burn off energy at lunchtime, Boulder delivers big. These are the best “tycoon trails” for kids — fun, accessible, safe, and packed with the natural magic that makes Boulder unforgettable. Boulder Creek Path If there’s one trail that defines ch…

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Boulder and the Layoff Wave: What Record U.S. Job Cuts Mean for Our Community

Layoff announcements across the country have surged to their highest levels since the early pandemic years, and the headlines are hard to ignore. National employers are trimming teams, tightening budgets, and recalibrating after years of rapid expansion. According to the latest Challenger, Gray &…

Layoff announcements across the country have surged to their highest levels since the early pandemic years, and the headlines are hard to ignore. National employers are trimming teams, tightening budg…

Layoff announcements across the country have surged to their highest levels since the early pandemic years, and the headlines are hard to ignore. National employers are trimming teams, tightening budgets, and recalibrating after years of rapid expansion. According to the latest Challenger, Gray & Christmas report, job cuts this year are approaching levels not seen since 2020, especially in sectors like technology, retail, and finance. It’s a nationwide shift that raises an important question for anyone living or working in Boulder: What does all this mean for us? Boulder is unique. We…

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Kinship Bread: Ben Watson’s Way

Ben Watson of Kinship Bread centers his work on two values: honesty and accountability. He names them plainly. They shape the decisions he makes and the way he moves through his craft. He describes working with his hands as an exchange — a give-and-receive energy that feels built into the process…

Ben Watson of Kinship Bread centers his work on two values: honesty and accountability. He names them plainly. They shape the decisions he makes and the way he moves through his craft. He describes w…

Ben Watson of Kinship Bread centers his work on two values: honesty and accountability. He names them plainly. They shape the decisions he makes and the way he moves through his craft. He describes working with his hands as an exchange — a give-and-receive energy that feels built into the process itself. He keeps things simple. He uses ingredients he trusts. He pays attention. He sources with intention. When he talks about feeding people, there’s an awareness in him that people are taking something he made into their lives, and he wants that bread to be as healthy as possible. When I ask…

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Eco-Friendly Pre Roll Packaging: Supporting Boulder’s Sustainability Mission - AboutBoulder
Eco-Friendly Pre Roll Packaging: Supporting Boulder’s Sustainability Mission

Pre roll packaging is an essential element in the cannabis industry, serving as both a protective casing and a powerful marketing tool. In Boulder—where sustainability, eco-conscious living, and support for local businesses are core community values—packaging choices matter even more. Utilizing …

Pre roll packaging is an essential element in the cannabis industry, serving as both a protective casing and a powerful marketing tool. In Boulder—where sustainability, eco-conscious living, and sup…

Pre roll packaging is an essential element in the cannabis industry, serving as both a protective casing and a powerful marketing tool. In Boulder—where sustainability, eco-conscious living, and support for local businesses are core community values—packaging choices matter even more. Utilizing labels on pre roll packaging can significantly enhance a product’s appeal by improving aesthetics, providing crucial information, and aligning with Boulder’s environmental standards. The Importance of Custom Pre Roll Packaging Custom pre roll packaging goes beyond unique design; it offers bran…

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IPA Fest Returns December 6: Boulder’s Biggest Hop Celebration of the Year

Avery Brewing is turning up the hop intensity this winter as IPA Fest returns to the Boulder taproom on December 6 from 4 to 8 PM. After the massive turnout for their Stout Month party, Avery is bringing back another style-focused festival — this time dedicated to bold, aromatic, hop-driven IPAs i…

Avery Brewing is turning up the hop intensity this winter as IPA Fest returns to the Boulder taproom on December 6 from 4 to 8 PM. After the massive turnout for their Stout Month party, Avery is bring…

Avery Brewing is turning up the hop intensity this winter as IPA Fest returns to the Boulder taproom on December 6 from 4 to 8 PM. After the massive turnout for their Stout Month party, Avery is bringing back another style-focused festival — this time dedicated to bold, aromatic, hop-driven IPAs in all their forms. Your ticket includes a commemorative taster glass and unlimited pours from a tap wall featuring over 30 beers. What makes this event truly special is exclusive access to Avery’s pilot-system IPAs — experimental batches crafted in limited quantities that rarely leave the bre…

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Boulder’s Dog of the Day: Beta at the Park

Beta is today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day, and this lively pup is soaking in every minute at one of Boulder’s favorite dog parks. With ears perked, eyes bright, and that classic ready-to-play stance, Beta is scanning the horizon for friends — old, new, and soon-to-be. Whether Beta is a boy or…

Beta is today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day, and this lively pup is soaking in every minute at one of Boulder’s favorite dog parks. With ears perked, eyes bright, and that classic ready-to-play sta…

Beta is today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day, and this lively pup is soaking in every minute at one of Boulder’s favorite dog parks. With ears perked, eyes bright, and that classic ready-to-play stance, Beta is scanning the horizon for friends — old, new, and soon-to-be. Whether Beta is a boy or girl doesn’t matter; the spirit is unmistakably Boulder: joyful, social, outdoorsy, and full of energy. Dog parks in Boulder aren’t just open spaces. They’re community hubs — places where friendships form, stories swap, and the city’s deep love for dogs comes to life. Watching Beta tro…

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Faces of Boulder: Climbing Edition – Training for the Peaks

On a perfect blue-sky Boulder afternoon, this dedicated climber set up his crash pad, chalked his hands, and locked into full focus. It’s the kind of scene that defines Boulder’s outdoor spirit — everyday athletes pushing themselves, training on local rock, and getting stronger for the bigger …

On a perfect blue-sky Boulder afternoon, this dedicated climber set up his crash pad, chalked his hands, and locked into full focus. It’s the kind of scene that defines Boulder’s outdoor spirit �…

On a perfect blue-sky Boulder afternoon, this dedicated climber set up his crash pad, chalked his hands, and locked into full focus. It’s the kind of scene that defines Boulder’s outdoor spirit — everyday athletes pushing themselves, training on local rock, and getting stronger for the bigger peaks and higher walls that await. With his crash mat, gear, and calm determination, he starts his warm-up on one of Boulder’s classic training boulders. These smaller formations look simple from a distance, but up close they become puzzles of strength, balance, and movement. Boulder’s climbe…

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Boulder Winter Cinnamon-Apple Pancakes: The Warm Breakfast Students Love

Winter mornings in Boulder have a way of slowing everything down. The foothills turn a soft purple at sunrise, the air feels crisp enough to bite, and students shuffle across campus bundled in jackets and hoodies. When the cold settles in this deeply, Boulder reaches for the kind of breakfast that b…

Winter mornings in Boulder have a way of slowing everything down. The foothills turn a soft purple at sunrise, the air feels crisp enough to bite, and students shuffle across campus bundled in jackets…

Winter mornings in Boulder have a way of slowing everything down. The foothills turn a soft purple at sunrise, the air feels crisp enough to bite, and students shuffle across campus bundled in jackets and hoodies. When the cold settles in this deeply, Boulder reaches for the kind of breakfast that brings real warmth and comfort. Right now, nothing captures that winter feeling better than a tall, cozy stack of cinnamon-apple pancakes. There’s something about this combination that fits Boulder perfectly. The apples bring a natural sweetness and a bit of Colorado mountain orchard charm. The …

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The Ultimate Boulder Home Renovation Checklist: What to Prioritize

Boulder homeowners take great pride in well-designed, comfortable homes that can handle the city’s mix of sunny days and freezing nights. Renovations offer a chance to improve comfort, update old features, and boost long-term value. However, the process also brings choices that can feel overwhelmi…

Boulder homeowners take great pride in well-designed, comfortable homes that can handle the city’s mix of sunny days and freezing nights. Renovations offer a chance to improve comfort, update old fe…

Boulder homeowners take great pride in well-designed, comfortable homes that can handle the city’s mix of sunny days and freezing nights. Renovations offer a chance to improve comfort, update old features, and boost long-term value. However, the process also brings choices that can feel overwhelming if you do not plan early. Weather, energy use, and lifestyle all influence what you should focus on when you update your home. A good plan can save money, reduce stress, and help you avoid work that does not fit your needs. So, here’s a clear renovation checklist that highlights what to prio…

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How Stories Built My Capacity for Empathy

By Adrienne Markey, University of Colorado 2025 Graduate  When I started my honors thesis at the University of Colorado Boulder, I had no idea how much it would change the way I saw myself—and the world. As a double major in English and Spanish, I knew I wanted to explore the connection betwee…

By Adrienne Markey, University of Colorado 2025 Graduate  When I started my honors thesis at the University of Colorado Boulder, I had no idea how much it would change the way I saw myself—and t…

By Adrienne Markey, University of Colorado 2025 Graduate  When I started my honors thesis at the University of Colorado Boulder, I had no idea how much it would change the way I saw myself—and the world. As a double major in English and Spanish, I knew I wanted to explore the connection between language and empathy, but I didn’t expect the research to become so personal. Over two years, I examined how reading and language learning help us understand one another across difference. What began as an academic project soon became a reflection on my own life—how stories and words shaped…

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Boulder’s Best Winter Lunch: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

When cold weather sweeps into Boulder, people naturally reach for something warm, comforting, and nourishing. This year, one dish has quietly become the unofficial favorite lunch around town: roasted butternut squash soup. It’s simple, clean, colorful, and exactly the kind of wholesome bowl Boulde…

When cold weather sweeps into Boulder, people naturally reach for something warm, comforting, and nourishing. This year, one dish has quietly become the unofficial favorite lunch around town: roasted …

When cold weather sweeps into Boulder, people naturally reach for something warm, comforting, and nourishing. This year, one dish has quietly become the unofficial favorite lunch around town: roasted butternut squash soup. It’s simple, clean, colorful, and exactly the kind of wholesome bowl Boulderites crave once temperatures drop below freezing. Butternut squash soup fits Boulder’s winter rhythm perfectly. It’s naturally vegetarian, easily made vegan, and relies on seasonal produce that’s available everywhere from local grocery stores to the Boulder County Farmers Market vendors wh…

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Boulder Winter Sunrise Hikes: Best Early-Morning Trails in December

Winter in Boulder brings some of the most beautiful sunrises of the entire year. With crisp air, clear horizons, and colorful gradients stretching across the plains, December mornings offer the perfect conditions for early-morning hikes. If you’re looking to start your day with peace, beauty, and …

Winter in Boulder brings some of the most beautiful sunrises of the entire year. With crisp air, clear horizons, and colorful gradients stretching across the plains, December mornings offer the perfec…

Winter in Boulder brings some of the most beautiful sunrises of the entire year. With crisp air, clear horizons, and colorful gradients stretching across the plains, December mornings offer the perfect conditions for early-morning hikes. If you’re looking to start your day with peace, beauty, and a burst of color, these are the sunrise trails delivering the magic right now. Why Winter Sunrises Hit Different Cold air holds less moisture, creating sharper visibility and deeper color. As the sun rises behind the city and spills over the foothills, the Flatirons and sandstone formations …

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