Three candidates seek RTD director seat for central Denver
Winner to be tasked with increasing ridership on metro transit
BY MERYL PHAIR
SPECIAL TO COLORADO COMMUNITY MEDIA
is year’s election cycle includes seven up-for-grabs seats on the fteen-member Regional Transportation Department (RTD) board, with three candidates in central Denver running for the title of RTD Director of District A. Elected directors will have their work cut out for them
between allocating a $1 billion-plus annual budget and working to revamp the public transportation service that has seen steadily declining ridership numbers in recent years –about 46 percent from 2019 to 2022.
In the central metro area, the elected RTD Director will be focusing on producing a safe and reliable service with the unique challenge of increasing ridership in a district
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where most residents own cars.
“RTD needs to o er a compelling alternative,” said Chris Nicholson, one of three District A candidates.
“It is important to deliver a quality of service that people who have options will want to use. In doing so, you improve the quality of service for everyone else.”
Colorado violated EPA ozone limits 40 times in summer of 2024
BY MICHAEL BOOTH THE COLORADO SUN
e northern Front Range counties violated EPA ozone standards on 40 days of the 2024 summer air pollution season, Colorado ofcials said Monday, and their new action recommendations call for more restrictions on oil and gas activity.
Monitors watching the nine Front Range counties in Colorado’s “nonattainment” area for toxic ozone recorded violations of the EPA’s 2008 cap of 75 parts per billion on 22 summer days, according to the Regional Air Quality Council. e monitors showed exceedances of the tighter 2015 EPA standard of 70 parts per billion on 18 days. Together, the 40 violation days were higher than totals in eight of the past 10 summer seasons, RAQC said.
Colorado must bring average ozone levels below both the 2008 and 2015 standards in the next few years, or face increasing restrictions from EPA sanctions. e northern Front Range counties have already been forced to use more expensive reformulated gasoline that has lower emissions, and Colorado Air Pollution Control o cials must now write permits for any business projected to exceed 25 tons of emissions a year, down from the previous threshold of 50 tons per year.
Some recent regulations have yet to fully impact high ozone levels and need a chance to work, said RAQC spokesperson David Sabados. But policymakers cannot rest on past actions, he added — new sets of rules are needed to reverse the rising ozone trend of the past few years.
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While the RTD boasts a growing budget, ridership on the public transit system has been declining in recent years. PHOTO BY MERYL PHAIR
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Highly active in the central Denver community, Nicholson has built a career in public policy, technology and politics. He also said he’s the only full-time transit rider of any RTD candidate in this year’s election cycle, taking over 200 rides in just the last six months. As part of his plan, Nicholson has advocated for the expansion of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project on East Colfax Avenue, a project that could bring an easily accessible service to those living in Capitol Hill and Washington Park neighborhoods.
Another candidate in central Denver, Bob Dinegar said that bus or light-rail trips can often take more than twice as long as driving, another factor pushing would-be RTD riders to cars.
“I’d push to establish safety, transparency and frequent reliable service,” Dinegar said. “RTD has a small army of brand ambassadors – the bus drivers and light-rail operators whose service is the product that RTD o ers. If they feel cared about, content and safe, riders will sense that, and trust can begin to return.”
A former RTD bus driver, Dinegar said he began to listen in on the RTD Board’s remote monthly meetings when COVID-19 hit. Serving on several nonpro t boards along with organizing previous RTD Board candidate forums, it wasn’t long until Dinegar began campaigning to “ x this mess!”
Dinegar advocates for improving e ciencies in services, cutting long bus routes in half and examining xed routes where 40-passenger buses rarely carry more than eight riders, along with considering more frequent service, particularly on weekends.
A self-described “underdog,” the central Denver candidate had raised $405 for his campaign as of Sept. 22, while his competitors had racked up contributions in the thousands, Nicholson at $19,967 and Kiel Brunner at $21,505.
“One of the reasons I chose to run is that I don’t believe socioeconomic status should be a barrier to representing the riders, would-be riders and taxpayers on RTD’s Board,” Dinegar said.
e third candidate for District A, Brunner has also emphasized the need for making public transit a comfortable experience for all riders, making it the best choice for transportation in the Denver metro area.
Brunner works in data science and cyber security at Deloitte, having previously worked with numerous transit, equity and environmental organizations. After working for Governor Jared Polis’ rst campaign for Congress, Brunner has leaped into the world of politics, serving several Democratic campaigns. His wife Danielle Oliveto currently works as Polis’ deputy chief of sta .
Endorsements for the candidates have been rolling in with Nicholson backed by RTD Transit Workers union ATU Local 1001, some current members of the RTD Board, Denver City Council and the state legislature, along with the support of Denver’s mayor.
“I am running for RTD to work with everyone on the shared goals of providing rapid, frequent and reliable service, with a comfortable experience, so we gain ridership, reduce tra c and meet our climate
“I think it’s critical that people feel like they have a person they can talk to and someone who will use the o ce to x things, small or large,” Nicholson said. “ e trust gap is massive right now, and the way you x that is by showing up and being there for people.”
Kiel Brunner has also put his hat in the ring for the open RTD director seat in District A. COURTESY OF KIEL BRUNNER
Bob Dinegar, a former RTD bus driver, is in the running for RTD director this election cycle.
COURTESY OF BOB DINEGAR
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Visiting Other Countries This Year Gave Me New Insight on What’s Possible in Society
Tuesday evening Rita and I returned from completing our world tour. It took us from Los Angeles to Hawaii, French Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India, South Africa, Senegal, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, France, England, Sweden, Finland, Poland, Germany, Denmark, Norway, Iceland, Greenland, and Canada. From Montreal, we drove through northern New England at peak foliage, before flying home from Boston on Tuesday. In addition to daily lectures by distinguished diplomats and professors, we went on shore excursions in each port, learning how life differs from country to country.
Crime rates, especially gun violence, is so much lower everywhere we visited, because gun ownership is so rare compared to America, where there are more guns than people.
Don’t Miss Saturday’s Green Homes Tour!
Being a Realtor, I naturally was interested in how people were housed, and, being committed as I am to sustainable living and saving the planet from the ravages of climate change, I paid attention to how sustainable their energy grid is, and how water and waste are handled. As a longtime owner of EVs, I also noted whether the places we visited were more or less on board with the shift to EVs than here at home.
Altogether, Rita and I were away for over five months, with a 3½-month break back in Colorado this summer. I posted my observations every day at http://wherearejimandrita.substack.com
We were most impressed with the Scandinavian countries — Sweden, Denmark and Norway. As I reported on my blog, every bus and truck in those countries is equipped with an breathalyzer interlock device. The vehicle will not start without the driver proving through that device that he has zero alcohol in his bloodstream. That’s right, not below a legal limit but zero. Passenger cars don’t have such a device, but the penalties for driving with even a low alcohol level are severe. The result is a huge decline in alcohol-related accidents and deaths over the past decades.
Here in America we have photo radar units which generate speeding and red light tickets for drivers, but the tickets do not result in points against your license. In Sweden the secondary roads have photo radar units every few miles, and if you are captured on camera going more than 15 kilometers per hour over the speed limit, your driver’s license can be suspended. (Fortunately, even the rural highways have bus service.) On my blog you’ll find a video showing one of these roadside radar units. Here’s a screenshot from it:
In Copenhagen, over 50 percent of workers commute by bicycle, helped by winters which are milder than in Denver. Montreal, however, is recognized as the most bicycle-friendly city in the world, with more separated bike lanes than Amsterdam.
As far as we could tell, homelessness was not a significant problem anywhere we visited, unlike in America. In Sweden and Norway, most middle-class people live in the city but have a summer cottage, so statistically there is more than one home per family overall.
Single-family homes are much rarer in these other countries. Most people either rent or own an apartment in a multi-family structure. In Montreal we were shown the six-family homes constructed following World War II to house returning soldiers. In America, the post-war pattern was set by Levittown: subdivisions of one-story homes, typically with a garage, made possible, of course, by all the empty land here.
Levittown is also famous for not selling to black soldiers, which brings up another observation. In one of the lectures we attended about why Scandinavians regularly ranked as the happiest people in the world, it was pointed out that those countries have no history of serfdom or indentured servants, as one of the reasons. There’s less ingrained fear among populations.
Regarding EVs, there was a vast disparity in the adoption rate of electric vehicles from country to country. In Norway, effective Jan. 1 of this year, every taxicab had to be an EV, and in Bergen all city buses and most tourist buses are electric. In Montreal, the EV adoption rate is similar to here, but the trucks and buses are all diesel and the street noise level is unpleasantly high.
I encourage you to check out my blog for other insights.
Now is the best time to create a more sustainable home. The benefits are huge, and the savings are tempting. But how do you start? The easy first step is to experience the annual Metro Denver Green Homes Tour, of which Golden Real Estate is a co-sponsor.
Join the self guided tour from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, October 5th for just $15 per adult or $25 per couple. Follow the maps in the guide book to see some fantastic homes, all at your own pace. Explore creative older home retrofits and exciting new homes. See how your neighbors are enjoying beautiful, comfortable and healthy homes that benefit their communities and take on the changing climate, all while saving significant money over time.
Get some great ideas for your home. The tour features post-Marshall-fire homes rebuilt with unique sustainable and energy efficient designs; a Washington Park 1920s Craftsman-style green remodel; a 1950s home with a ground-source heat pump, solar power, and xeriscaping; the latest energyefficient all-electric townhomes; an updated 1979 solar home; and more.
Learn about current government and utility incentives. Learn how to harness free energy with dependable solar power and battery systems that shield you from brownouts and blackouts while dodging expensive utility timeof-use rates. Discover the latest heat pump technology; passive solar strategies; induction cooking; effective insulation; electric lawncare equipment; accessory dwelling units; and state-of-the-art construction materials. After the tour, plan to attend the free Reception & Green Expo: 4:30 to 6:30pm at Jefferson Unitarian Church (JUC), 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden Enjoy free appetizers, local beverages and live music. See renewable energy & sustainable living exhibits, a mobile container home unit, and electric bikes. From 3 to 5pm check out the electric cars in our annual EV roundup Bring your questions. Talk to homeowners and gain from their experiences and advice. Talk to builders and suppliers and learn about the latest techniques, technologies and money saving incentives. You can purchase a ticket at www.NewEnergyColorado.org
12 leaf-peeping hikes to make the most of fall colors while you can
Where hikers find the best foliage in Colorado
BY JOHN RENFROW JRENFROW@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
It is o cially fall, and in Colorado, that’s when the state truly shows o its full array of mountain beauty. Hikers, drivers and mountain bikers can enjoy eye-popping fall foliage without trekking too far from the metro area, but others travel deep into the Centennial State for those eeting red and golden leaves. Many meteorologists feared recent cold and rainy weather would knock o most of the colors, but scores of them survived and are just waiting to be ogled if you know where to go. at’s why we at Colorado Community Media put together a list of some of the most rewarding hiking experiences for autumn sentimentalists.
As weekend adventurers hit the mountains after the work week, trafc is sure to pile up. So if you can, try one of these stunning hikes during the week, or at least get up early to beat the morning weekend crowd.
Here are 12 hikes to show o the state’s best autumn colors. Some may require a bit of a road trip, but most are easy day hikes not far from the metro area. Sometimes, you just have to get out there.
AllTrails.com provides all trail stats listed below. Remember that terms like “easy,” “moderate” and “hard” are subjective and depend on your judgment, experience, stamina and more.
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Raccoon Trail
Golden Gate Canyon State Park near Rollinsville
- Type: Loop
- Length: 2.6 miles
- Elevation: 462 feet
- Time to complete: 1:14
- Drive from Denver: 35 miles
Old Dillon Reservoir Trail
Dillon Reservoir Recreation Area near Silverthorne
- Type: Loop
- Length: 1.7 miles
- Elevation: 213 feet
- Time to complete: 0:40
- Drive from Denver: 72 miles
Kebler Pass/Irwin Lake
Gunnison National Forest near Somerset
- Elevation: 1,085 feet - Time to complete: 2:00 - Drive from Denver: 55 miles
Mason Creek Trail
Staunton State Park near Conifer
- Time to complete: 2 hours, 45 minutes
- Drive from Denver: 50 miles
Flash of Gold Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Park
Gunnison National Forest near
- Elevation: 2,148 feet
- Time to complete: 6:00
- Drive from Denver: 195 miles
Golden leaves stretch to the sky on the Kenosha Pass North Trail.
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Get your spook on
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BY CHRISTY STEADMAN CSTEADMAN@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Whether you’re looking for family fun or something sure to make you scream, Denver is the right place to be this season. Here are some sta picks for a frightfully festive fall.
13th Floor Haunted House
e 13th Floor Haunted House, 3400 E. 52nd Ave. in Denver, has opened for the season on select nights through Nov. 9. For the rst time, this year’s haunted house o ers two separate entrances, providing a new experience for its annual guests. is year’s haunts are Crimson Night, Nautical Nightmare and a journey through a secluded forest with Macabre. Remember to check out the additional onsite attractions as well. ere is no minimum age requirement for the 13th Floor, though the event is graphic and meant to scare. It is not recommended for children age 12 and younger. A Monster-Free Hour is o ered on Sundays in October. Ticket prices begin at $19.99 per person, with Fast Pass, Skip the Line, behind-the-scenes tours and VIP ticketing options available. More at 13th oorhauntedhouse.com.
Boo at the Zoo/Wild Fall Denver Zoo Conservation Alli-
ance, formerly known as e Denver Zoo, is bringing back its ever-popular Boo at the Zoo, which takes over the attraction several evenings in October after the popular daytime o ering of Wild Fall. Wild Fall, included with regular admission, provides the opportunity to learn about creatures that inhabit our imaginations, such as beasts of lore like Bigfoot, dragons, sea monsters and more. Roaming costumed characters, creaturecarved pumpkins, festive food and drink and special animal demos enhance the experience. Boo at the Zoo is ticketed separately and takes place from 5-9 p.m. on Oct. 4-5, 11-13, 1820 and 25-27. A sensory-friendly Boo at the Zoo takes place Oct. 31. Boo at the Zoo features mysterious cryptid creatures, seasonal snacks and libations and nine stations serving up wildlife-friendly candy. e zoo is also o ering a 21+ event, Monster Masquerade, on Oct. 24. Purchase tickets early to any of the ticketed events as they are expected to sell out. More at DenverZoo.org.
Broadway Halloween Parade
e Broadway Halloween Parade got its start a number of years ago as a community parade for the southDenver area. It has now grown into a regional attraction, drawing thousands of spectators each year. is year, the parade takes place at 6 p.m. Oct. 19. e route follows Broadway between Fifth and Alameda avenues.
A build-your-own scarecrow activity is o ered as an add-on experience at the Four Mile Historic Park’s Pumpkin Harvest Festival. COURTESY OF FOUR MILE HISTORIC PARK
Jack Skellington from “The Nightmare Before Christmas” makes his way down the parade route during last year’s Broadway Halloween Parade. PHOTO BY CHRISTY STEADMAN
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Put on by the Broadway Merchants Association, this family-friendly event features Halloween-themed oats, bands and marchers. Attendees are encouraged to dress in costume. Free to attend. More at www.thebroadwayhalloweenparade.com.
Ghosts in the Gardens
Visiting the Denver Botanic Gardens is fun any time of the year, and during the fall, there is no shortage of things to experience there. Ghosts in the Gardens, an annual favorite, invites visitors to stroll through the gardens after dark as storytellers share real sta encounters, security guard accounts and the intriguing history of the place that was formerly known as “ e Boneyard.” Guests can also go inside the Waring House for an exclusive visit of the Beaux-Arts style mansion. Families with children age 12 and older are welcome — this event is not recommended for younger children. Halloween masks and costumes are not permitted at this event. Timed tickets must be purchased in advance. Ghosts in the Gardens is o ered from 5:30-10:30 p.m. on Oct. 4, 12-13 and 17-20. Cost is $34 general and $29 for members. If walking through the gardens during the nighttime is not your thing, check out Glow Before Dark, which is included with admission, and takes place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 19-21, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 22-27. ese events take place at the York Street Location, 1007 York St., in Denver. More at botanicgardens. org.
Pumpkin Harvest Festival at Four Mile Historic Park
Four Mile Historic Park is hosting its Pumpkin Harvest Festival again this year, o ering family-friendly activities including a pumpkin patch, gold panning, a marketplace, live music and performances, seasonal food, face painting, a Western-themed scavenger hunt, prairie games and more. e festival takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 12 and 13. Tickets range in cost from $17-$45 (children 3 and younger do not require a ticket). Ticket prices increase on Oct. 7. A buildyour-own scarecrow activity is o ered for an additional $25. Four Mile Historic Park is located at 715 S. Forest St. in Denver. More at fourmilepark.org/ pumpkin-harvest-festival.
Tennyson Fall Fest & Pet Parade
stands out. Acclaimed local actors, stationed throughout the decorated museum, give theatrical readings of terrifying tales written by well-known, but long-gone, authors. Victorian Horrors is o ered this year on Oct. 10-12, 17-19, and 24-26. Admission times are every 15 minutes from 6-9 p.m. An accessibility-friendly and sign language assistance inperson performance takes place at 5 p.m. on Oct. 19. Cost is $30 general admission and $25 Historic Denver members. Age recommendation for this event is 10 and older. More on this and other seasonal events at mollybrown.org.
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e Tennyson Fall Fest & Pet Parade is back this year, taking place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 19 along Tennyson Street from West 41st to West 44th avenues. ere will be live music, vendors, food trucks, yoga and the highly-anticipated pet parade. is family-friendly event is free to attend. Also, mark Oct. 26 on your calendar for the Tennyson Berkeley Business Association’s Trick or Treat Street. More at www.exploretennyson.com/ fall-festival.
Victorian Horrors
Perhaps it’s the thrill of visiting the home of someone long-gone, but the Molly Brown House Museum, 1340 Pennsylvania St., is always a good place to go to get some spooky fun in. And this year is no di erent. Amidst a variety of events at the museum this season, the annual Victorian Horrors
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A child admires carved pumpkins during a previous year’s Wild Fall at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance. COURTESY OF THE DENVER ZOO CONSERVATION ALLIANCE
A zombie wanders the grounds at the 13th Floor Haunted House. PHOTO BY CHRISTY STEADMAN
We may have what we need for success
In a world teeming with the latest gadgets, workout routines, and self-help books, it’s easy to get caught up in the constant search for the next best thing. We’ve all been there: buying a treadmill or other home gym equipment with the best intentions, only to watch it gradually transform from a daily exercise tool into an oversized clothes hanger. e enthusiasm wanes, the routine fades, and soon enough, we nd ourselves considering a new piece of equipment or maybe even joining a gym. e thinking goes that perhaps a new environment, di erent equipment, or the presence of others working out will reignite that initial spark. But the problem isn’t the treadmill, the elliptical, or gym membership. We often overlook the resources we’ve already invested in, believing that a better solution exists. is mindset isn’t limited to tness; it permeates various aspects of our lives. Consider the countless workout routines, apps, and nutritional supplements ooding the internet, all vying for our attention and promising results. It’s no wonder we get caught up in pursuing the next big thing, thinking that the key to success lies in some undiscovered method or equipment.
Yet, in the rush to nd something new, we often ignore what we already have at our disposal. e treadmill gathering dust in the corner of the room isn’t the problem; it’s the belief that something else will magically solve our issues without the need for sustained e ort. is pattern can be seen in other areas as well. Take, for example, the bookshelf lled with unread books. How many of us have a collection of books on personal and professional development, some half-read, others untouched, yet continue to buy more? Each new book is purchased with the hope that it will provide the breakthrough we’ve been searching for, but too often, they end up on the shelf, adding to the growing stack of unread material. is constant search for the new and shiny can distract us from leveraging our already invested resources. We convince ourselves that the next piece of gym equipment, book, or supplement will change everything. But the truth is, we often have everything we need right before us.
Ie solution doesn’t lie in the latest gadget or the next bestseller but in our willingness to fully engage with what we already have.
Consider the person who invested in a home gym, out tting a space with everything needed to stay t. Initially, they might have been consistent, motivated by the novelty of the new equipment. But as time passed, the routine became monotonous, and the equipment started to collect dust. Instead of pushing through the plateau, they look for other options, such as a gym membership, new equipment, or perhaps the latest online workout program. e cycle continues, driven by the belief that something new will break the stagnation. is principle applies beyond personal tness and development. In our professional lives, we often look for the following tool, strategy, or resource to give us an edge, forgetting that we’ve already invested in our skills, networks, and knowledge. Instead of chasing the next trend, what if we doubled down on honing the skills we’ve already acquired, deepening our understanding, and making the most of the resources at our disposal?
Ultimately, the answer to achieving our goals isn’t in the next pur-
chase or the latest trend. It’s in recognizing the value of what we already have and committing to making the most of it. By shifting our focus from acquiring new resources to fully utilizing those we’ve already invested in, we can unlock the potential waiting right before us. e treadmill, bookshelf, and professional tools are all there, ready to be leveraged. e challenge is our willingness to use them consistently and deliberately to create the desired results.
So, the next time you feel the urge to buy that new equipment, book, or supplement, pause for a moment. Ask yourself if you’ve maximized your use of what you already have. Chances are, the key to your success isn’t in something new but in fully committing to what’s already within reach. I would love to hear your story at gotonorton@gmail.com. When we tap into what’s right in front of us to pursue success at any level, it really will be a better-than-good life.
Michael Norton is an author, a personal and professional coach, consultant, trainer, encourager and motivator of individuals and businesses, working with organizations and associations across multiple industries.
Fall for these autumnal metro-area activities
f you’re not a fan of autumn in Colorado, you just may not be doing it right. With the explosion of colors, cooler weather and range of new avors, it’s difcult not to argue that it’s the best time of year in the Centennial State. And now that we’re properly in fall, we can really immerse ourselves in all the autumnal treats. I’ve picked ve events from around the metro area that highlight the joys of the season.
Foothills Art Center o ers range of exhibitions
Early October is a great time to satisfy your artistic appetite, with three shows on display at the Foothills Art Center’s Astor House, 822 12 St. in Golden: Ed Hansen, Joel Swanson: Orderings and Decomposing/Recomposing
Each show allows visitors to explore a di erent medium and thematic subject. e Hansen exhibit features realism in oil with western themes and runs through Sunday, Oct. 13. “Orderings” runs through Sunday, Nov. 3, and allows Swanson to use a diverse range of works to challenge the way people order information and how it impacts their perception of reality. And “Decomposing/ Recomposing” opens on Saturday, Oct. 5 and runs through Sunday, Feb. 2. It’s an exhibition by Gayle Gerson, Jean Hultkrans, and Kirsty Saalfrank, all of whom use found and original photography to create original compositions ex-
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ploring the themes of memory, value and time, according to provided information.
Find all the details at https:// foothillsartcenter.
Denver Bake Fest returns with topnotch treats Who can say no to freshly baked bread? You won’t have to at the second annual Denver Bake Fest, held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Rebel Bread, 675 S. Broadway in Denver. Open to bakers of all backgrounds and ages, the festival and contest will feature a wide range of categories, including brownies, glutenfree cakes and whole grain savory treats. Competitors are aiming for awards like Best in Show and People’s Choice, but while they’re doing all the work, visitors can sample delicious baked goods of all kinds. ere will also be live music, co ee, baking demonstrations, games and kitchen tours.
Funds from this year’s event will go to Culinary Hospitality Outreach and Wellness. For all the details, visit https://rebelbreadco.com/ bakefest.
Learn about the Sand Creek Massacre from a di erent perspective e Sand Creek Massacre is one
of the darkest entries in Colorado’s long history, but one that is important to remember. To that end, the Tesoro Cultural Center is presenting “Mochi’s War: e Tragedy of Sand Creek,” at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Good Recreation Center, 8615 S. University Blvd. in Centennial, and at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6 at the Buck Recreation Center, 2004 W. Powers Ave. in Littleton.
e “Mochi’s War” presentation is a lecture led by author Chris Enss about his book of the same name. e book focuses on the repercussions of the Sand Creek Massacre from the perspective of a Cheyenne woman who survived the 1864 massacre.
Tickets can be purchased at www. tesoroculturalcenter.org/tesorohistoric-lecture-series/.
Go on a Día de Muertos adventure in Northglenn
Día de Muertos is one of the most eagerly anticipated days in the fall calendar, and Northglenn is celebrating early withMexico Beyond Mariachi’s Sugar Skull! Día de Muertos Adventure.
Co-produced by Rhythm of the Arts with Mexico Beyond Mariachi, the bilingual/bicultural, familyfriendly musical uses traditional regional music and dance from Mexico to tell the story of 12-yearold Vita Flores and Sugar Skull, and their adventure to learn the real meaning of Día de Muertos.
Performances are at 1 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6. at the Parsons eatre, 1 E. Memorial Parkway in Northglenn. Information and tickets can be found at NorthglennARTS.org.
Clarke’s Concert of the Week — Michael Kiwanuka & Brittany Howard at Mission Ballroom
Never let anyone tell you that soul and R&B music isn’t as vibrant and alive as it was in its 1960s and 70s golden era. Today there are more musicians than ever taking the genre and exploring its limitless potential, and two of the best are Michael Kiwanuka and Brittany Howard
A British musician, Kiwanuka has made a name for himself over more than a decade of releases, which show a prodigious talent that can’t be con ned to traditional soul sounds. And Howard got her start in the great band Alabama Shakes, before moving on to solo releases that see her stretching her voice and pen. e two are a truly inspired pairing and they’ll be coming to the Mission Ballroom, 4242 Wynkoop St. in Denver, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 8. ey’ll be joined by the luminous Yasmin Williams. For a night of masterful modern soul, get tickets at www.axs.com.
Clarke Reader is an arts and culture columnist. He can be reached at Clarke.Reader@hotmail.com.
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During Hispanic/Latinx/a/ o/e Heritage Month, the United States marks Latina Equal Pay Day on Oct. 3 to highlight the severe wage disparities faced by Latina women, who earn about 57 cents for every dollar that white, non-Hispanic men earn.
is gap is not just a sign of economic inequality, but also a systemic obstacle that undermines both equality and prosperity. At the Denver Scholarship Foundation (DSF), where over 60% of our scholars are Hispanic – many of them Latina – we are dedicated to addressing these disparities through focused educational support.
Recognizing that higher education is a crucial lever for economic mobility, DSF is committed to providing resources to help students overcome barriers that often prevent them from accessing and succeeding in college. College graduates generally earn signi cantly more over their lifetimes than those with only a high school diploma. For Latina students, earning a degree is a transformative step toward securing better-paying jobs and achieving nancial stability. DSF’s targeted scholarship programs are essential in breaking down these barriers, ensuring that nancial constraints do not stop these talented students from pursuing their academic and professional goals. Beyond scholarships, DSF o ers comprehensive support services before, during and after college,
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ere’s more that needs to get done, and we can’t just rely on what’s already passed getting fully implemented. We need to be looking at other options as well,” Sabados said.
e rst two recommendations from the RAQC’s season wrapup would demand new cuts from the Colorado oil and gas industry, one of the biggest in the nation. Ozone is created from a mix of volatile organic compounds from petroleum and other sources, nitrogen oxides from industrial and vehicle sources, and particulates like wildre smoke, all cooking under 90 degree-plus summer skies.
While the state oil and gas industry is subject to a number of new rules from recent years, more ozone could be taken out by requiring producers to recapture pollutants during so-called “blowdown” events where wellheads are cleared of methane and other residue, the RAQC report said.
e industry should also be required to overhaul “antiquated” pneumatic equipment that vents pollutants to the atmosphere from well sites and pipeline gathering sites. ose emissions can be recaptured, RAQC says.
Another recommendation previously pushed by the EPA and which should be revisited by Colorado
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speci cally tailored to meet the unique needs of students. Our DSF advisors, stationed in DSF Future Centers at 15 DPS schools, guide students through the complexities of college applications and nancial aid. By providing essential knowledge and resources, we help students not only gain admission to college, but also succeed and graduate with the skills necessary to excel in the workforce.
After graduation, DSF’s commitment continues with career readiness programs facilitated by our DSF campus advisors at the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver and the University of Colorado Denver. ese programs equip our scholars with real-world experiences crucial for professional success. Initiatives such as resume workshops, internship placements and networking events bridge the educational and employment gap. ese are particularly crucial for many Latina students, giving them the tools needed to launch their careers and secure positions with competitive salaries, thereby directly impacting the wage gap.
Community support and mentorship form another aspect of our strategy. DSF fosters a network of peers and professionals who share similar backgrounds and experiences, providing both inspiration and practical advice. is community not only supports students aca-
o cials includes cutting “indirect sources” of emissions, such as vehicle tra c centered on growing warehouse operations, distribution centers and large entertainment or sports venues.
Smoke from wild res in Colorado and elsewhere in the West has also made the state problem worse in recent summers, Sabados said, but the monitors show that on most of the bad smoke days, ozone created by other controllable sources would still have put readings above the 70 or 75 ppb caps.
“Wild re smoke cannot be a scapegoat explanation,” the RAQC summary said.
Legislators are looking at new bills for the 2025 session to help cut ozone, and RAQC and the Air Quality Control Commission also have new potential policies and rules on their fall calendars, Sabados said.
“We thought it was important to send this out now,” he said.
e violations are warnings of further crackdowns by the federal government, and of ongoing health problems in disproportionately impacted minority and lower-income communities, said Ean Tafoya, director of Colorado GreenLatinos. Tafoya is in Washington, D.C., this week, and in a meeting with Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra noted the high copays for asthma- ghting medicine in communities with high illness rates.
demically, but it also provides them with the resources to navigate and overcome the systemic challenges that perpetuate the wage gap.
Moreover, our e orts extend beyond individual scholarships to inuence the policies and conditions that sustain wage disparities. By advocating for policies that support equitable education and employment opportunities, DSF contributes to a broader societal shift toward fairness and equality.
Latina Equal Pay Day is a call to action to address the systemic barriers that limit Latinas’ earning potential. rough its comprehensive programs and services, DSF dem-
onstrates how investing in the educational and professional development of Latinas can lead to greater economic security and justice, bene ting both individuals and our entire Denver community.
Kimberley Villegas, a proud Latina and rst-generation college graduate, was born in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and raised in Chihuahua, Mexico. She holds a degree in business administration from the University of Colorado Denver and serves on the Communications Committee for the Colorado Coalition for the Educational Advancement of Latinxs (CoCEAL).
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Saturday, October 5, 2024
“It’s very challenging for our community,” Tafoya said.
BY MCKENNA HARFORD MHARFORD@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Jace, a four-year-old terrier mix, could barely contain his excitement inside the shop of the Dumb Friends League shelter as his new family stocked up on supplies for him. Denver residents Eliorah Abramowitz and Azi Hanssen said they came to the shelter looking for an older, but still energetic dog that would be as happy chilling on the couch as playing fetch at the park.
After meeting with a few dogs, Abramowitz and Hanssen said they were drawn to Jace.
“It was just a perfect match,” Abramowitz said. Similarly for Sandra Brande and her daughter Ashley, who live in Centennial, they quickly fell in love with the wiggly Husky puppy Laika. e Brande family knew they wanted to adopt because they found their Husky Daisy at the shelter two years ago and have loved her presence in the family ever since.
“ ere are so many animals who need loving homes,” Sandra said as Laike squirmed in Ashley’s arms. “It’s so nice to have the liveliness in the house that a pet brings.” at sentiment was echoed by many new pet parents and sta at the Dumb Friends League, an animal shelter with locations in Denver, Castle Rock and Alamosa.
“It’s always hard to say who rescued who,” said volunteer Michelle Schneider, of Highlands Ranch.
Jace and Laika are some of the hundreds of lucky pets to nd families through the Dumb Friends
League during its month-long Clear the Shelter campaign, which wrapped up on Sept. 10.
Alyssa Putzer, communications manager for the Dumb Friends League, said 1,161 animals were adopted during the Clear the Shelter count, surpassing the shelter’s original goal of adopting out 1,000 pets across its three locations.
Mary Sarah Fairweather, vice president of operations at the Dumb Friends League, said participating in the Clear the Shelter campaign helps the shelter not only nd homes for pets but also care for more animals.
“Clear the Shelters is an amazing opportunity to showcase the wonderful pets in our care,” she said. “With ongoing challenges like overcrowding in shelters, this event is an essential opportunity for our community to connect with animals that are ready to bring joy and companionship into their lives.”
Even with all of the adoptions in the last month, the Clear the Shelters campaign only accounts for a fraction of the adoptions that Dumb Friends League facilitates year-round. Last year, the shelters brought in over 20,500 animals and are on pace to serve a similar amount this year, Fairweather said.
Dogs, cats and small animals, like guinea pigs and bunnies, come to the shelter as surrenders or strays and 86% are rehomed.
“ ey come to us from the community, owners who can’t keep their pets, and as strays,” Fairweather said.
Most animals stay at the shelter for an average of 10-15 days, heading to new homes as soon as sta can help pair them with the right family. Fairweather said another bene t of the Clear the Shelters campaign is that it helps animals who have been at the shelter longer or require special care get adopted.
Fairweather said the adoption process is like dating with the goal being to nd the “perfect match.”
“It’s really a conversation-based process, so we want to get to know what the families are looking for and we share what each individual animal needs,” she said.
Richard Myers, of Denver, said he volunteers at the shelter because it’s like working in a “bubble of love.”
“ ere’s so much care for the patrons and for
the animals,” Myers said. “One of the greatest joys of working here is having someone come in who looks sad, maybe they lost a pet a few months ago, and 45 minutes later, they’re going out the door with a pep in their step and the dog is looking like a newly caught marlin, jumping around so much.”
In order to encourage as many adoptions as possible, Fairweather said the shelter looks to reduce barriers to pet ownership like cost or lack of resources.
All of the dogs and cats that are adopted out are vaccinated and spayed or neutered. e Dumb Friends League also partners with some local veterinarians to waive the cost for the rst visit, as well as Fetch Pet Insurance to provide health care support for furry friends.
Another resource the shelter o ers is a free behavioral helpline to support pet parents through training or care adjustments.
“Our goal is to help pet owners keep their pets at home and out of the shelter,” Fairweather said. “We’re lucky to have such beautiful facilities with a team of volunteers and sta who take incredible care of (the animals), but it’s not a home.”
With the current overcrowding in shelters, Fairweather said it’s more important than ever to adopt animals instead of turning to a breeder.
“It gives pets in the shelter system a second chance,” she said. “Whether you’re looking for a little guinea pig or a giant couch potato dog, there’s somebody for everybody.”
Sandra and Ashley Brande, of Centennial, cuddle their new puppy Laika, which they adopted at the Dumb Friends League shelter. This is the second dog the Brande family has adopted from the shelter.
A mom and her son watch a litter of orange kittens up for adoption at the Dumb Friends League. The shelter served more than 20,500 animals last year. PHOTOS BY MCKENNA HARFORD
Denver residents Eliorah Abramowitz and Azi Hanssen love on Jace, their newly adopted dog. Abramowitz and Hanssen said shelter sta helped match them with the perfect pup.
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DISTRICT COURT, COUNTY OF DENVER, COLORADO
Court Address: 1437 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80202
Plaintiff: Wilmington Trust, N.A., not in its individual capacity, but solely as trustee of MFRA Trust 2021-1 vs. Defendants: 9x Capital LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company; Albert Washington; and all unknown persons who may claim an interest in the subject matter of this action.
Attorneys for Plaintiff: Amanda Ferguson, #44893
Heather L. Deere, #28597 Halliday, Watkins & Mann, P.C.
355 Union Blvd., Suite 250 Lakewood, CO 80228
Ph: 303-274-0155 Fx: 303-274-0159
E-mail: infoco@hwmlawfirm.com
File No: CO23053
Case Number: 2024CV31857 Division: 269
SUMMONS
To the Defendants named above: 9x Capital LLC, a Colorado Limited Liability Company and Albert Washington
YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to file with the Clerk of this Court an answer or other response to the Complaint filed in this action. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after such service upon you. Your answer or counterclaim must be accompanied with the applicable filing fee. Service of this Summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication.
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within the applicable time period, judgment by default may be entered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the Complaint, without any further notice to you.
A copy of the Complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. This is a judicial foreclosure action regarding the property more particularly described in the Complaint. This Summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4 of the Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.
Dated: September 18, 2024
By: Amanda Ferguson, #44893
Legal Notice No. DHD 3291
First Publication: September 26, 2024
Last Publication: October 24, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Misc. Private Legals
PUBLIC NOTICE
To: First Mortgagees of Units in Quincy Park Condominium Association, Inc.
Date: October 3, 2024
Re: Notice of Proposed Declaration Amendment
The purpose of this notice is to provide written notice of the proposed Fourth Amendment to the Condominium Declaration for Quincy Park, a Condominium (“Declaration Amendment”) to first mortgagees of Units within the community of Quincy Park Condominium Association, Inc. (“Association”), pursuant to C.R.S. § 38-33.3-217(1)(b)(I). The Association, through its Board of Directors and with assistance from legal counsel, has prepared the proposed Declaration Amendment to the existing Condominium Declaration for Quincy Park, a Condominium on July 10, 1984 in Book 3144 at Page 489 in the real property records for the City and County of Denver Clerk and Recorder’s Office, as it may have been amended and supplemented from time to time (“Declaration”).
Consent of fifty-one percent (51%) of first mortgagees is required to approve the proposed Declaration Amendment, pursuant to Article XVII, Section 17.1.B.(1) (d) of the Declaration. The general nature of the Fourth Amendment is to clarify the insurance responsibilities of the Association and the individual owners while also requiring the owners to maintain a minimum level of liability insurance.
A first mortgagee shall be deemed to have approved the proposed Declaration Amendment, if said first mortgagee does not deliver to the Association a negative response within sixty (60) days after the date of this notice, pursuant to C.R.S. § 38-33.3-217(1)(b)(II). You may deliver your response in writing to the Association, c/o Moeller Graf, P.C., 9557 S. Kingston Court, Englewood, CO 80112, but you are not required to respond.
Please review this notice carefully. It may affect first mortgagees’ rights in the Lot(s) within the Association’s community in which first mortgagees may have an interest.
A copy of the proposed Declaration Amendment may be obtained by contacting Moeller Graf, P.C., at 720-279-2568 or
via email at bahmeti@moellergraf.com.
Legal Notice No. DHD 3295
First Publication: October 3, 2024
Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
JUVENILE COURT, COUNTY OF DENVER STATE OF COLORADO
520 West Colfax Avenue, Room 125 Denver, CO 80204
UPON THE PETITION OF: JEWEL LYNNETTE SHEFFIELD, For the Adoption of a Child Case Number: 24JA30012 Division: 2H
TO: BAPTISTE CLEMONS, Respondent
Pursuant to § 19-5-208, C.R.S., you are hereby notified that the above-named Petitioner has filed in this Court a verified Petition seeking to adopt a child.
An Affidavit of Abandonment has been filed alleging that you have abandoned the child for a period of one year or more and have failed without cause to provide reasonable support for the child for one year or more.
You are further notified that an Adoption hearing is set on October 30, 2024, at 10:00 am in the court location identified above.
You are further notified that if you fail to appear at said hearing, the Court may terminate your parental rights and grant the adoption as sought by the Petitioner.
Legal Notice No. DHD 3261
First Publication: September 5, 2024
Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Storage Liens/Vehicle Titles
Public Notice
Broncos Towing, 303-722-3555 (office) will be applying for title to the following vehicles, abandoned.
1) 2013 Audi Q5 blue 029574
Legal Notice No. DHD 3275
First Publication: September 19, 2024
Last Publication: October 10, 2024 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
Broncos Towing, 303-722-3555 (office) will be applying for title to the following vehicles, abandoned.
1) 2003 Ford f350 white D32595
2) 2002 Camp trailer brown 017636
3) 2003 Dodge pickup white 659744
Legal Notice No. DHD 3294
First Publication: October 3, 2024
Last Publication: October 24, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch Notice to Creditors
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Sally B. McLagan, a/k/a Sally Burch McLagan, a/k/a Sally McLagan, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR030979
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before January 19, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Katherine M. Augustyn and Kent H. McLagan Co-Personal Representatives c/o Tuthill & Hughes LLP 55 Madison Street, Suite 555 Denver, CO 80206
Legal Notice No. DHD 3282
First Publication: September 19, 2024 Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Sandra Brener Rosenthal, a/k/a Sandra B. Rosenthal, and Sandra Rosenthal, Deceased Case Number: 2024 PR 31028
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative, or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, on or before January 21, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Stephen Rosenthal, Personal Representative c/o Poskus & Klein, P.C. 303 East 17th Avenue, Suite 900 Denver, Colorado 80203
Public Notices
Legal Notice No. DHD 3277
First Publication: September 19, 2024
Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of William Emil Degner, a/k/a William E Degner, a/k/a William Degner, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31019
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before 1/19/25, or the claims may be forever barred.
Name of Person Giving Notice:
Erika Manley, Personal Representative c/o Katherine K. Fontenot, Esq., Attorney for Personal Representative Robinson & Henry, P.C.
7555 E. Hampden Ave. Suite 600 Denver, CO 80231
Legal Notice No. DHD 3279
First Publication: September 19, 2024
Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Robert Brian Nelson, a/k/a Robert B. Nelson, a/k/a Robert Nelson, a/k/a Bob Nelson, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31047
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before Monday, January 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Legal Notice No. DHD 3289
First Publication: September 26, 2024
Last Publication: October 10, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Betty Lee Milberger, Deceased Case Number: 24 PR 356
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before Monday, January 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Kenneth M. Milberger
Personal Representative
9238 Sugarstone Circle Highlands Ranch, Colorado 80130
Legal Notice No. DHD 3290
First Publication: September 26, 2024
Last Publication: October 10, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Idene T Carrillo, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR191
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before Monday January 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Randolph Carrillo, Personal Representative
802 E River Street Pueblo, CO 81001
Legal Notice No. DHD 3288
First Publication: September 26, 2024
Last Publication: October 10, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Donald Ray Bain, a/k/a Donald R. Bain, a/k/a Donald Bain, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30761
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before January 19, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Sherry Choi, Personal Representative c/o 3i Law, LLC 2000 S. Colorado Blvd Tower 1, Suite 10000 Denver, CO 80222
Legal Notice No. DHD 3281
First Publication: September 19, 2024 Last Publication: October 3, 2024 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of MATTHEW RICHARD GINN, aka MATTHEW R. GINN, aka MATTHEW GINN, aka MATT R. GINN, aka MATT GINN, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR31043
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before February 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jason R. Ginn:
Personal Representative 8868 Yates Drive Westminster, CO 80031
Legal Notice No. DHD 3292
First Publication: October 3, 2024
Last Publication: October 17, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of THOMAS LAVERE TIPPETTS, a/k/a THOMAS L. TIPPETTS, a/k/a TOM L. TIPPETTS, a/k/a TOM TIPPETTS, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30909
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before January 19, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Sarah Skousen Tippetts, Personal Representative c/o Carl H. Hutchins, Esq. Hutchins & Associates LLC 1999 Broadway, Suite 1400 Denver, Colorado 80202
Legal Notice No. DHD 3285
First Publication: September 19, 2024
Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Eric Andrew Holm, a/k/a Eric A . Holm, a/k/a Eric Holm Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30885
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before January 19, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Ruth Holm, Personal Representative 7770 Owl Creek Circle Littleton CO 80125
Legal Notice No. DHD 3276
First Publication: September 19, 2024 Last Publication: October 4, 2024 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
The Estate of William Kirk Scheitler, aka Kirk Scheitler, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30988
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City & County of Denver, Colorado, on or before January 20, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Samantha Scheitler
Personal Representative c/o Dana Petersen, Attorney 8811 E. Hampden Avenue, Suite 217 Denver, CO 80231
Legal Notice No. DHD 3283
First Publication: September 19, 2024 Last Publication: October 3, 2024
Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Allen Dale Voth, also known as Allen D. Voth, and Allen Voth, Deceased Case Number 2024PR31005
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before Monday, January 27, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Donald James Voth
Personal Representative 516 Stone Creek Dr Newton, KS 67114
Legal Notice No. DHD 3287
First Publication: September 26, 2024 Last Publication: October 10, 2024 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of JAMES EDWIN DEALY, a/k/a JAMES E. DEALY, a/k/a JAMES DEALY, Deceased Case Number 2024PR31049
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado, on or before February 3, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Mary Jane Dealy, Personal Representative 3612 S. Narcissus Way Denver, CO 80237
Legal Notice No. DHD 3293 First Publication: October 3, 2024 Last Publication: October 17, 2024 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
Public Notice
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of David Alan Anderson, a/k/a David Anderson, a/k/a David A. Anderson, Deceased Case Number: 2024PR30798
All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the Denver Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before January 19, 2025, or the claims may be forever barred.
Stephanie F. Dahl, Attorney for Personal Representative 4725 S. Monaco St., Suite 320 Denver, CO 80237
Legal Notice No. DHD 3278
First Publication: September 19, 2024 Last Publication: October 3, 2024 Publisher: Denver Herald-Dispatch
FALL LEAVES
- Length: 16.7 miles
- Elevation: 3,379 feet
- Time to complete: 8:19
- Drive from Denver: 63 miles
Honorable Mention
Trail Ridge Road (to drive)
Rocky Mountain National Park near Estes Park
- Type: Peak-to-peak drive
- Length: 39 miles
- Elevation: 3,891 feet
- Time to complete: Depends on tra c and speed
- Drive from Denver: 73 miles
Let’s be real; sometimes you don’t want to move. Take your rig out for a pilgrimage to Rocky Mountain National Park for a beautiful and scenic drive from one mountain peak to the next. e drive to Estes Park is breathtaking and if you’re willing to pay to get into the park, sit back and relax while you cruise through beautiful changing colors and snow-capped mountains. But beware of tra c and make sure to check the weather, park information and more before making the trip.
Regardless of where you chase the changing leaves this fall, be safe and be on top of the latest forecasts. Get out there before it’s gone!
of MARIE L. EHMCKE, a/k/a MARIE L. BECK, Deceased
Fall colors in Kebler Pass in Gunnison National Forest prove they are worth the road trip.
PHOTO BY CATHERINE DODGE
Views from the Kenosha Pass North Trail show fall colors peaking for hikers.
PHOTO BY ZACH LUNDGREN
Colorado provides endless beautiful areas for driving for those who don’t want to hike to get their fall colors. Here a road swerves through the Mount Evans Wilderness decorated with popping leaves.
