Meet Heidi Cuppari and her daughter, Summer Cuppari Gould, co-authors of the groundbreaking EmpowerGen column. Heidi and Summer have lived in Boulder for 17 years and both adore the community here. Summer will be attending the Leeds School of Business at CU Boulder, where she will continue to fuel her passion for entrepreneurship and social […]

You are a devout outdoorsman or outdoorswoman and nothing less than apocalyptic plague of locust would stop you from racing up mountains, rambling through rivers, or taking Zibeon, your falcon, out for a jaunt. A great place to start is   at the Hessie Trailhead, which leads into the Indian Peaks Wilderness, no matter your level of […]

The hail season in Colorado, particularly in Boulder, typically lasts from April to September. During this period, severe thunderstorms can form, leading to hailstorms that can cause significant damage to property and pose risks to individuals. Here are some important safety tips to keep in mind during the hail season: Stay informed: Stay updated with […]

Special Weather Statement issued June 12 at 10:32AM MDT by NWS: FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING… * WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE…Portions of central, east central, north central, and northeast Colorado, including the following areas, in central Colorado, Jefferson and West Douglas Counties Above 6000 Feet/Gilpin/Clear […]

It’s summer, which means it’s festival season!!! As in, music festivals! I personally love festival season and went to Electric Forest last year and Bonnaroo this year. Festivals can get pricey, but I was amazed by how much I could save with small money-saving hacks. Yes, you can go to a festival too and not […]

Boulder has the highest percentage of bike owners of any town in the US. 71% of the population owns at least one bike. This means that 71% of the population owns the ultimate exploring machine. As a cyclist I have been on almost every road in Boulder and the surrounding area. Sometimes I head west […]

Barker Reservoir has overflowed due to recent rains and increased snowmelt and runoff, which is a natural and expected occurrence that will boost flows in Boulder Creek across the city. During this high flow phase, which might last weeks, residents should use caution around the creek. Whenever the weather gets warmer in the spring, melting […]