The cities with the highest quality of life have high scores on U.S. News’ Quality of Life Index. It assesses how satisfied residents are with their daily lives by metro area, taking into account factors such as crime, the quality and availability of health care, the quality of education, and the average commute time. U.S. […]

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“My first marathon was when I was 44. I have done 33 since then. I like to run because it is a good way to stay in shape and relieve stress.”

“I’m writing a book. When I started it, I thought it was going to take no longer than one, maybe two years… so far I’ve been writing it for about seven.” What is the overall message you would like your book to tell? “Well, half of the things I believe in are believable and half are […]

City snow crews remove 52 percent of streets and 100 percent of multi-use paths on a regular basis, with the University of Colorado and other entities removing portions of the path system as well. Emergency access routes, main arterial streets, and access to hospitals, schools, transit, and key infrastructure, as well as steeply sloping neighborhood […]

Why are margaritas called margaritas? A woman allegedly ordered a “magnolia” in 1942 while Pancho Morales was serving her at Tommy’s Place in Juarez, Mexico. The only component of the drink that Morales could recall was cointreau. He added tequila and gave the new mixture the Spanish name “margarita,” which means “daisy” in English. Boulder […]

City of Boulder Affordable Housing. Really cool urban style studio loft, high ceilings, spacious, in a great location, close to everything. The Peloton has unparalleled amenities, including underground parking, rooftop pool/with mountain views, hot tubs, a great fitness center, common spaces with TV’s, and a theater. There is a nice size bedroom area with full […]

This 11,156-square-foot estate has an impressive main residence and a detached guest house on a separate parcel. It is an architectural triumph just below the Flatirons. The four-level building fuses glass, stone, steel, and wood in a skillful combination of materials, bordered by the open space of Chautauqua Park and framed by views of the […]

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Having a pet has numerous positive effects on your health. They can expand opportunities for people to socialize, go outside, and exercise. Regular pet play or walks can lower triglyceride, cholesterol, and blood pressure levels. By providing us with companionship, pets can help us manage loneliness and depression. There are numerous pet stores in Boulder […]