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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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How Much Does a Prom Dress Cost in Boulder, Colorado?

Prom season is a big deal in Boulder—from Boulder High to Fairview, Monarch, and the many private schools in the area. But one question comes up every year: How much does a prom dress actually cost in Boulder, Colorado? Whether you're shopping along Pearl Street, checking out Denver boutiques, …

Prom season is a big deal in Boulder—from Boulder High to Fairview, Monarch, and the many private schools in the area. But one question comes up every year: How much does a prom dress actually cost …

Prom season is a big deal in Boulder—from Boulder High to Fairview, Monarch, and the many private schools in the area. But one question comes up every year: How much does a prom dress actually cost in Boulder, Colorado? Whether you're shopping along Pearl Street, checking out Denver boutiques, or hunting online deals, Boulder students face a wide range of price options. This guide breaks down local price ranges and how much families typically spend—so you can plan your budget confidently. Typical Prom Dress Prices in Boulder Because Boulder is a mix of budget-savvy students, fashion-f…

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Boulder’s Ultimate Indoor Garden Guide: Winter Plants That Thrive in Colorado Homes

When winter settles over Boulder and the Flatirons fade into soft morning shadows, people across town start bringing the outdoors inside. With colder days, early sunsets, and dry air, indoor gardens have become one of Boulder’s biggest trends of the season. From CU dorm rooms to family homes in No…

When winter settles over Boulder and the Flatirons fade into soft morning shadows, people across town start bringing the outdoors inside. With colder days, early sunsets, and dry air, indoor gardens h…

When winter settles over Boulder and the Flatirons fade into soft morning shadows, people across town start bringing the outdoors inside. With colder days, early sunsets, and dry air, indoor gardens have become one of Boulder’s biggest trends of the season. From CU dorm rooms to family homes in North Boulder, houseplants are transforming spaces into warm, vibrant winter retreats. Indoor gardens aren’t just about decorating a room. They add moisture to Boulder’s famously dry indoor air, help refresh enclosed spaces, and boost your mood during the coldest stretch of the year. And with B…

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Boulder’s First Big Chill: Why Temperatures Dropped So Fast This Week

If you walked outside in Boulder this week and said, “What just happened?” you weren’t alone. After days of warm sunshine, bike shorts, runners on the Creek Path, and people walking around feeling like summer was trying to make a comeback, Boulder suddenly woke up to a sharp, biting chill. The…

If you walked outside in Boulder this week and said, “What just happened?” you weren’t alone. After days of warm sunshine, bike shorts, runners on the Creek Path, and people walking around feeli…

If you walked outside in Boulder this week and said, “What just happened?” you weren’t alone. After days of warm sunshine, bike shorts, runners on the Creek Path, and people walking around feeling like summer was trying to make a comeback, Boulder suddenly woke up to a sharp, biting chill. The temperature drop was fast, dramatic, and had everyone checking the forecast twice. This kind of weather flip might feel shocking, but for Boulder, it’s actually part of the city's identity. When you live at the foot of the Rockies, weather patterns move differently, and a simple change in wind…

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Boulder’s Sunset of the Day: Mount Sanitas Glowing Above Hotel Boulderado

Today’s sunset is pure Boldorado magic, captured by award-winning photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling, one of Boulder’s most celebrated visual storytellers. From the historic Hotel Boulderado, Lenny snapped this fresh, glowing masterpiece — a sweeping canvas of deep oranges, fiery reds, and …

Today’s sunset is pure Boldorado magic, captured by award-winning photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling, one of Boulder’s most celebrated visual storytellers. From the historic Hotel Boulderado, L…

Today’s sunset is pure Boldorado magic, captured by award-winning photographer Lenny Lensworth Frieling, one of Boulder’s most celebrated visual storytellers. From the historic Hotel Boulderado, Lenny snapped this fresh, glowing masterpiece — a sweeping canvas of deep oranges, fiery reds, and the unmistakable black-diamond silhouette of Mount Sanitas rising cleanly above the city. The shot is everything we love about Boulder evenings: crisp air, a wide-open Front Range horizon, and that signature Sanitas profile that tells locals, you’re home. Mount Sanitas Fun Facts Elevation…

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The King of Pong

I don’t care about mainstream sports. Football doesn’t matter, basketball is a nonissue, and baseball is met with a shrug.* Despite my father’s repeated attempts to raise an all-American son who loved to toss around the ol’ pigskin and would cheer lustily for the home team, what he got was s…

I don’t care about mainstream sports. Football doesn’t matter, basketball is a nonissue, and baseball is met with a shrug.* Despite my father’s repeated attempts to raise an all-American son who…

I don’t care about mainstream sports. Football doesn’t matter, basketball is a nonissue, and baseball is met with a shrug.* Despite my father’s repeated attempts to raise an all-American son who loved to toss around the ol’ pigskin and would cheer lustily for the home team, what he got was someone who could talk at great length about both the Avengers and Martin Scorsese.  Having said that, I adore niche sports. I enjoy the PFC.** Archery is awesome. Wheelchair rugby is one of the most kickass things I’ve ever seen. But my heart belongs to the late and lamented Great Outdoor Game…

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Boulder Wellness: Why the City Still Leads Colorado in 2025

Boulder has always been a magnet for people seeking beauty, balance, and a deeper connection to the natural world. As winter approaches and the temperatures cool, the city’s timeless dedication to wellness becomes even more visible. From restorative winter hikes to sound-healing studios and mindfu…

Boulder has always been a magnet for people seeking beauty, balance, and a deeper connection to the natural world. As winter approaches and the temperatures cool, the city’s timeless dedication to w…

Boulder has always been a magnet for people seeking beauty, balance, and a deeper connection to the natural world. As winter approaches and the temperatures cool, the city’s timeless dedication to wellness becomes even more visible. From restorative winter hikes to sound-healing studios and mindful food culture, Boulder continues to stand out as Colorado’s true wellness mecca in 2025. A Legacy of Healing Rooted in Nature For decades, Boulder has drawn health-seekers to its foothills. While the landscape may change, the core remains the same: a community that believes in the transformativ…

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