Author: Marco Cummings
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Colorado leaders and local business honored with 2023 Governor’s Citizenship Medals
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Five local leaders and one company were honored with the Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medals. Each year since 2015, the governor of Colorado has bestowed the honor on citizens and organizations that inspire excellence and public service. The medals are considered the state’s highest honor, recognizing significant contributions to communities across Colorado. “Each year, it is an…
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Colorado economic development office anticipates $500k film incentive for ‘Coach Prime’
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The arrival of Deion Sanders as head of the Colorado Buffaloes football has brought economic prosperity to the University of Colorado, and the state as a whole. In one example, Visit Boulder, The Convention and Visitors Bureau, said CU’s first home game against Nebraska generated almost $18 million for the region, as reported by Denver…
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CDOT seeks public’s input regarding improvements to I-270 corridor
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The Colorado Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration are seeking community input regarding the ongoing improvement project for the seven-mile stretch of Interstate 270 between Interstate 70 and Interstate 25. CDOT and FHWA will be hosting an open house from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 10 at Eagle Pointe Recreation Center, 6060 Parkway…
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Colorado energy office reviving ‘cash for clunkers’ with EV incentive
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Colorado is reviving the “cash for clunkers” program, with an electric twist. Beginning this Thursday, income-qualified Colorado residents can begin applying to Colorado’s vehicle exchange program where they can exchange their old, or high emitting, vehicles for an up-to $6,000 credit on a new electric one or $4,000 credit on a used electric vehicle. According…
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Colorado AG and six states settle lawsuit over Roomster’s phony reviews
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Finding a roommate on the internet has always held an inherent level of risk. But reliably finding a roommate on the internet may have just become less deceptive, thanks to a recent lawsuit settlement by the Federal Trade Commission and the attorneys general of six different states, including Colorado. In August of 2022, the FTC…
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What’s the deal with Colorado’s black license plates?
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Colorado’s green and white license plates are so synonymous with the state that those in neighboring states have come up with “Greenie” as a slang term to refer to Colorado residents. But you may have seen all-black Colorado license plates becoming an increasingly popular sight on local roads. Authorized in a legislative session last year,…
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Anthony Fauci, Liz Cheney, Bill Nye to speak at inaugural Colorado Speaker Series
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A docket of prominent figures is coming to Denver later this year. Unveiling its inaugural season lineup, the Colorado Speaker Series, which is comprised of seven separate events, is scheduled at the Bellco Theatre from Nov. 14 through April 24 of next year. Liz Cheney slams current political climate: ‘We’re electing idiots’ Tickets prices range…
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Colorado Gov. Jared Polis cuts Bustang fares by half during summer months
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The Polis administration is cutting the inter-regional bus fares operated by the state in half for most routes through August and September. In a statement, the governor said the move is meant to reduce ozone emissions and make public transit more accessible during the summer months. “During the hot summer months, it is important we…
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Colorado loan program offers $250 million lifeline for small businesses
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More than 500 jobs may have been saved in Colorado – thanks to a state program for businesses that launched its second-round last week, according to the State Treasurer’s Office. The Colorado Loans to Increase Mainstreet Business Economic Recovery or CLIMBER loan fund is a statewide program that provides up to $250 million in working capital loans…
