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Curtis Hotel completes $7 million renovation

Margaret JacksonMonday, July 14, 2014
The downtown Denver hotel also has created "hyper-themed" suites on each of its 13 themed guest floors featuring custom art by Colorado artists, unique flooring and decorations. 

HuffPost covers Daniel Sprick at DAM

Eric PetersonMonday, July 14, 2014
Source: Huffington Post
The Huffington Post ran a story on Daniel Sprick's exhibition at the Denver Art Museum.

Network World touts Denver-based ProtectWise as "security startup to watch"

Eric PetersonFriday, July 11, 2014
Source: Network World
Network World touted Denver-based ProtectWise among "10 security startups to watch."
Innovation News WalkDenver logo

WALKscope helps Denver address walkability weaknesses

Chris MeehanThursday, July 10, 2014
WalkDenver introduced WALKscope, a new app that allows people -- anywhere in Denver and some surrounding areas -- to quickly identify and add to a database of pedestrian issues.

RTTNews reports on Denver air-quality study

Eric PetersonThursday, July 10, 2014
Source: RTTNews
RTTNews published a story about planes hovering over Denver for a month at a time this summer to study air quality.
Development News VOC CO

Volunteers of America breaks ground on education center

Margaret JacksonThursday, July 10, 2014
The center, in one of the city's highest areas of concentrated poverty,  will more than double the number of children and families served in the Volunteers of America's early childhood education programs.
Featured Post Reiman

Voice of Denver: Lost Treasure Revealed at DU's Reiman Theater

Scott Reiman and Dan JacobsWednesday, July 9, 2014
Lost for nearly a century, an incredible work of art was recently restored with the re-opening of the Reiman Theater in historic Margery Reed Hall at the University of Denver (DU). Formerly known as the Little Theatre, the venue was renamed in honor of DU trustee and arts patron Scott Reiman.
Feature Story Nix bros

Nix Bros. Weaving Web of Laughter

JB BissellWednesday, July 9, 2014
For the Nix Bros., the ideal endgame is the silver screen, but they have found creative comfort and community in Denver, especially among the local comics. For the time being, it follows that they're (mostly) content making their brand of riotous videos for much smaller screens.
Feature Story westwood

Change Comes to Westwood

Eric PetersonWednesday, July 9, 2014
Westwood has a storied history on Denver's west side, with a diverse population and vibrant culture, along with plenty of challenges. The neighborhood was long an afterthought in the city's plans, but City Councilman Paul López has been fighting to change that, with visible -- and colorful -- results.
Innovation News DPL logo

DPL celebrates launch of Denver patent office with Steve Jobs exhibit

Chris MeehanTuesday, July 8, 2014
The Denver branch of the United States Patent and Trademark Office officially opened June 30. To commemorate the opening, the Denver Public Library is hosting an exhibit about Apple's Steve Jobs.
Development News ULC TOD 180

City unveils transit-oriented development plan

Margaret JacksonTuesday, July 8, 2014
Transit Oriented Denver identifies what each rail station needs in order to maximize its potential and provides a set of action items for getting it there.

The Atlantic's CityLab dissects Denver transit transformation

Eric PetersonTuesday, July 8, 2014
Source: The Atlantic's CityLab
The Atlantic's CityLab called Denver's transit system the "most advanced" in the West.

Zagat spotlights Denver Pearl Brewing

Eric PetersonMonday, July 7, 2014
Source: Zagat
Zagat named Denver Pearl Brewing Company's beer garden as one of the country's 10 best.
Development News EcoDistricts

Denver joins Target Cities program

Margaret JacksonMonday, July 7, 2014
The vision for Denver is to have a holistic, transformative and sustainable solution for the 100-acre Sun Valley neighborhood, with a goal of reducing energy consumption by more than 60 percent over local code standards.
Innovation News LoHi Labs

LoHi Labs' Three Cents polling app a quick hit

Chris MeehanThursday, June 19, 2014
Source: LoHi Labs
LoHi Labs launched its free Three Cents polling app about five weeks ago. "We got featured by Apple out of the gate as one of their 'Best New Apps' on the front page of the App Store and we’ve actually been featured every week since in the social networking category which has been pretty awesome," says Co-Founder and Product & Business Guy Conor Swanson.

GlobeSt.com reports on 4120 Brighton Blvd. sale

Eric PetersonThursday, June 19, 2014
Source: GlobeSt.com
GlobeSt.com reported on the sale of 4120 Brighton Blvd. in RiNo.
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Protein Bar opens third Colorado restaurant

Margaret JacksonThursday, June 19, 2014
Protein Bar is a quick casual restaurant concept serving healthy dishes such as salads, quinoa bowls and Bar-Ritos made from fresh and organic ingredients wrapped in whole-grain tortillas.
Feature Story Sloans Lake

St. Anthony's Redevelopment Could Spark West Colfax Resurgence

Mike DanoWednesday, June 18, 2014
The residents of Sloan's Lake have long enjoyed their proximity to Denver's largest body of water. But soon, thanks to the redevelopment of the former site of St. Anthony's Hospital, they may also be able to enjoy a potentially thriving nightlife anchored by high-end restaurants and the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.
Feature Story Mariposa

A Stairway to Health: Mariposa Merges Exercise and Architecture

Eric PetersonWednesday, June 18, 2014
The former South Lincoln Homes are being phased out in favor of a denser, mixed-income approach to public housing, and a model for transit-oriented development. The new Phase 3 building makes exercise educational, musical and entertaining with a one-of-a-kind interactive staircase.
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Colorado Enterprise Fund expands opportunities for healthy foods, small businesses

Chris MeehanTuesday, June 17, 2014
Colorado Enterprise Fund (CEF) recently introduced Healthy Foods Fund to increase access to healthy foods across the state.
Development News ULI Colorado

ULI Colorado selects Elyria-Swansea for Building Healthy Places Workshop

Margaret JacksonTuesday, June 17, 2014
In a one-day event, leading ULI Colorado volunteers will work with the community to find practical ways to improve the urban environment in ways that benefit the health of residents.

Innosphere coming to RiNo

Eric PetersonTuesday, June 17, 2014
Source: Northern Colorado Business Report
Based in Fort Collins Rocky Mountain Innosphere is opening a second location at Industry in Denver's RiNo neighborhood, according to the Northern Colorado Business Report.

Where the Beers Are in Denver

Eric PetersonMonday, June 16, 2014
Source: Private Clubs
Private Clubs magazine reported on the booming brewing industry in Denver.
Development News CNS Dance Studio

Dance studio opens in Art District on Santa Fe

Margaret JacksonFriday, June 13, 2014
Colorado New Style Dance Studio offers a variety of classes for both children and adults, including introductory dance, improvisation and capoeira summer camps for kids.
Innovation News Avanti Food & Beverage logo

Avanti Food & Beverage to be a "Galvanize for restaurateurs"

Chris MeehanThursday, June 12, 2014
A cluster of shipping containers in the former Avanti Printing & Graphics building in LoHi might be a panacea for restaurateurs or chefs looking to introduce and test new concepts without  launching a full-fledged restaurant. That’s the concept behind Avanti Food & Beverage, which is being called a Galvanize for restaurant startups.

Thumbtack.com gives Denver a B+ for friendliness to small business

Eric PetersonThursday, June 12, 2014
Source: Thumbtack.com
Thumbtack.com and the Kauffman Foundation gave  Denver a B+ grade for its friendliness to small business.
Development News CU Denver CAP

CU Denver study finds road projects affect public health

Margaret JacksonThursday, June 12, 2014
Air pollution, crime and numerous traffic hazards point to a serious and persistent gap between public health and planning.
Feature Story CityBuild

CityBuild Invites Next Generation to Make a Better Denver

Eric PetersonWednesday, June 11, 2014
Launched last September, CityBuild Denver aims to get young adults involved in urbanism. Leaders see it as a platform for engagement and education, filling a void in the local city-building landscape.
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National Roundup: Detroit's Wind Economy, Memphis' Startup Symphony, Toronto's Silicon Valley

Lee ChilcoteWednesday, June 11, 2014
Issue Media Group publications such as 83 Degrees in Tampa, Confluence in Denver and Model D in Detroit cover "what's next" for urban centers. In this recurring feature, we highlight the top stories in urban innovation from all across our national network.
Feature Story ComicCon

Comic Book Classroom Super-Powering Literacy in Denver

Christopher C. WuenschWednesday, June 11, 2014
Comic Book Classroom, through its ever-growing literacy programs and the annual Denver Comic Con, inspires Denver students to reach superhero levels in art and writing as well as math and science.
Feature Story Brian Corrigan

Confluence Five: Burning Answers from Brian Corrigan

Eric PetersonWednesday, June 11, 2014
The mind behind OhHeckYeah, Brian Corrigan talks about his pop-up "immersive street arcade," his favorite app, and what he loves about Denver.
Innovation News Video training at DMA

Digital Media Academy brings world-class tech training for teens to Denver

Chris MeehanTuesday, June 10, 2014
This summer, teens and youth are getting their first chance to enroll in a summer camp that could help them become masters of the digital world through the Digital Media Academy at Regis University.
Development News SpringHill Suites

Downtown hotel certified LEED Gold

Margaret JacksonTuesday, June 10, 2014
Managed by Denver's Sage Hospitality, the 150-suite SpringHill Suites on the Auraria campus is metro Denver's first LEED Gold hotel. 

Pittsburgh officials taking good look at Denver

Eric PetersonMonday, June 9, 2014
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports on a Denver trip by local officials.

NY Times reports on Colorado Symphony's "Classically Cannabis"

Eric PetersonFriday, June 6, 2014
Source: New York Times
The New York Times covered the Colorado Symphony's controversial "Classically Cannabis" fundraiser.
Development News DDP

Downtown Denver Partnership presents six awards

Margaret JacksonFriday, June 6, 2014
Awards recognize businesses, projects and initiatives that have significan impact on central Denver.
Innovation News BodeTree logo

BodeTree enhances small business with new partnerships, capital

Chris MeehanThursday, June 5, 2014
BodeTree offers an online platform to help small businesses understand where they are and tools to help them expand their business as they see fit -- mostly for free.

The Telegraph hypes KUVO as top jazz station

Eric PetersonThursday, June 5, 2014
Source: The Telegraph
Pete Naughton of The Telegraph (UK) called Denver's KUVO one of the best jazz stations online.
Development News Conservatory Green 180

477 homes sold in Conservatory Green

Margaret JacksonThursday, June 5, 2014
About 30 percent of buyers in Conservatory Green already are residents of Stapleton.
Feature Story pittsburgh

What Smart Cities Can Learn from Pittsburgh

Erin Keane ScottWednesday, June 4, 2014
With a culture of collaboration, a willingness to change and a focus on creating the kind of urban environment that attracts creative talent, the Steel City has moved from gritty to green and is now poised for the next wave of growth.
Feature Story food

From DC to Denver, Gardens Revitalize Schools

Jamie SiebraseWednesday, June 4, 2014
School gardens, a second classroom of sorts where hands-on learning reigns supreme, are cropping up (pun intended) across the nation, breathing fresh life into public schools.Two cities in particular -- Denver and Washington, D.C. -- are changing the way their gardens grow with innovative additions to their programming.
Feature Story mall

Paving the Way for Progress: Updating the 16th Street Mall

Gigi SukinWednesday, June 4, 2014
The 16th Street Mall is in the midst of a makeover, with new pavers, better security and more amenities on the way. The mall served as a major catalyst for the revitalization of downtown Denver, but now that the city center's renaissance has come full circle, what's next for the iconic public space?
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Ready, set, vegetable! Find your local farmers' markets online

Chris MeehanTuesday, June 3, 2014
There are nearly 30 farmers' markets in the metro area, with 13 close to Denver's heart. Derek Rojers of Extra Space Storage recently created a Google map to sort through them all.

AP covers diversity in the arts in Denver

Eric PetersonTuesday, June 3, 2014
Source: Associated Press
The Associated Press recently reported on diversity and education in the arts in Denver.
Development News Boardroom Executive Suites

Boardroom Executive Suites expands to LoDo

Margaret JacksonTuesday, June 3, 2014
The provider of full-service executive suite offices is leasing 7,595 square feet of space in the Grand Central Building at 1625 17th St.
Development News First Watch

First Watch coming to Denver

Margaret JacksonMonday, June 2, 2014
The menu features traditional breakfast favorites, including pancakes omelets, salads and sandwiches.

The Atlantic looks to the Leopold Bros.

Eric PetersonMonday, June 2, 2014
Source: The Atlantic
The Atlantic talked to Leopold Bros. in a story about the craft-distilling boom.
Development News Denver Art Museum

Participatory artwork to be installed at Denver Art Museum plaza

Margaret JacksonFriday, May 23, 2014
The design teams will create a series of urban campfires that will encourage visitors to pull up a tree stump and relax on Martin Plaza.

Winter Session interviewed by Kinfolk

Eric PetersonThursday, May 22, 2014
Source: Kinfolk
Kinfolk interviewed Winter Session, maker of leather goods in Five Points.
Development News 5 green boxes

Final retailer for Union Station announced

Margaret JacksonThursday, May 22, 2014
5 green boxes plans to offer an eclectic mix of local crafts, jewelry, one-of-a-kind furniture and worldly goods with a focus on artsy gifts and hip items for travelers.
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