I’ve been hearing about and reading about Kratom for a while now. But what is it? What does it do? Is it a good, legal, medical or recreational substance or another human mass experiment into the unknown? As to legal, that’s easy. It varies all over the place so local and state investigation is essential. […]

Young immature birds are referred to as “pinheads” for some types of birds. The Eastern Blue Jay, who appears in great numbers in our Lafayette yard, is a great example of  a “pinhead” when they are young and immature. This visitor is especially cute. You can see why they have the name “pinheads.” Their “jay […]

With  Boulder Valley’s yearly Lafayette Peach Festival having arrived, starting this morning at 9 AM on Public Road in Lafayette, I thought a dive into the miracle mush was called for. Where did peaches come from? And for that matter, what are they anyway? Let’s look at both. THE HISTORY OF PEACHES Peaches, scientifically known […]

Boulder, get ready for the sweetest event of the summer as the Lafayette Peach Festival returns to celebrate the juicy goodness of Palisades peaches. This annual festival is a delightful showcase of everything peach-related, from delectable treats to family-friendly activities. From Peaches to Peach Pies to Peach Pancakes, all-things-Peaches come to Lafayette, Colorado on Saturday. […]

As the celebration of Gay Pride winds down, a fitting Faces of Boulder Pic of the Day comes from a drag queen show at Morning Glory in Lafayette.    

While young (and older) people know that Fire Hydrants are flushed to provide plentiful fast water to play in, the flushing serves other purposes as well. Fire hydrants are regularly flushed out for several important reasons: 1. Water Quality Maintenance: Flushing hydrants helps remove accumulated sediments and mineral deposits from the water mains. These sediments […]

The Lafayette Police Department reported an early morning sighting of a bear, signaling the end of hibernation season. The department tweeted about the sighting on X at around 8:30 a.m., noting that the curious creature was first spotted near the 2300 block of Indian Peaks Trail, close to the Indian Peaks Golf Course. The bear […]

I did manage to get a few notes from the saxophone. After begging for even those few notes. I realized  that this would never be within my skill set. To put it bluntly, my blow sucked. The sax and related accoutrements remained sitting unused. Finally I decided to make the generally modest instrument go away. […]

Living in Boulder County, Colorado offers a plethora of wellness opportunities, and finding the best chiropractor is at the top of the list for many residents. From the stunning natural landscapes to the active lifestyle embraced by locals, it’s no wonder that the demand for top-notch chiropractic care is high. In this article, we’ll uncover […]

Lafayette, Colorado is a city with a rich history in coal mining. The small Colorado town in Eastern Boulder County is literally built on the backs of coal miners, and sits on top of its history.  It holds within its depths the stories and legacies of the brave men who toiled in the mines. As […]