Highlands Ranch Herald

06/28/2024

Looking for something to do Saturday Day???
We are 2 days away from this event and we really would love for you to join us.
Doors open at 11 AM on Saturday June 29th
Be sure to pick up your tickets in person if possible at one of our great vendor locations and get a discounted ticket $10 apiece if you are paying cash, all visit today tomorrow or Friday from from 11 AM to 6 PM at 257 Fillmore St. unit 101 Denver, CO 80206. Or get something amazing to wear on Saturday and visit today tomorrow or Friday from 11 AM to 7 PM at 2501 Dallas St., Aurora, CO aka . Swing by for a drink at today tomorrow or Friday from 3 PM to 9 PM at 900 W. 1st Ave. Suite 130 Denver, CO 80223. And if your commute takes you past downtown Denver, you can always pop in. today tomorrow or Friday from 11 AM to 9 PM at 900 Auraria Parkway, #240, Denver, CO 80204.
If you need to get your tickets online visit Eventbrite and use discount code “localNEWS” for $5.00 off. See you Saturday 🤠

06/26/2024

In a tight race, a longtime Highlands Ranch resident, Matt Burcham, has secured the nomination of the Republican Party for the House District 43 seat after Tuesday night’s primaries. He is one step closer to a place at the state Capitol, but will have to beat incumbent Democrat Bob Marshall in the November election.

In a tight race, a longtime Highlands Ranch resident, Matt Burcham, has secured the nomination of the Republican Party for the House District 43 seat after Tuesday night’s primaries. He is one step closer to a place at the state Capitol, but will have to beat incumbent Democrat Bob Marshall in the...

06/26/2024

Democrat candidate Trisha Calvarese won her primary race and will face U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert to represent Colorado’s 4th Congressional District in the fall.

Democrat candidate Trisha Calvarese won her primary race and will face U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert to represent Colorado’s 4th Congressional District in the fall. Calvarese received 45% of the vote compared to Democratic challengers Ike McCorkle, who got 41%, and John Padora, who got 13%. In an email...

06/26/2024

In a bid to join the three-member board of Douglas County leaders, state Sen. Kevin Van Winkle has a strong lead over Priscilla Rahn and John Carson in early results.

Priscilla Rahn, John Carson and state Sen. Kevin Van Winkle are vying for a seat on the Douglas County Board of Commissioners.

06/26/2024

Voters in what appears to be Colorado’s most consistently conservative congressional district have selected Republican Greg Lopez to fill the remainder of former U.S. Rep. Ken Buck’s term, according to special election results on Tuesday.

Greg Lopez will be a temporary replacement for Ken Buck in Congress in Colorado’s District 4.

06/26/2024

Despite an uphill battle in a bid to switch seats in Congress, U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert appears set to be the Republican nominee for the 4th District this November.

Despite an uphill battle in a bid to switch seats in Congress, U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert appears set to be the Republican nominee for the 4th District this November. Boebert has received 43% of the vote in early results from Tuesday’s primaries. As of 10 p.m., the next highest percentage of votes w...

06/23/2024

Get you tickets with NO FEES by visiting one of our vendors or sponsor locations. MUST pay with cash.
Tivoli Brewing Co. Tap House Open Daily from 11 am - 9 pm at 900 Auraria Pkwy #240 Denver, CO 80204
Hats By Parker Thomas Open Daily from 11 am - 6 pm at 257 Fillmore St Unit 101 Denver, CO 80206
Ink & Drink Denver Open W-F from 3 pm - 9 pm and Saturday 4 pm - 8 pm 900 W 1st Ave Suite 130 Denver, CO 80223
Urban Cowgirl Open Friday & Saturday from 10:30 am - 8:00 pm and Sunday - Thursday 11 am - 7 pm 2501 Dallas St Suite 271 Aurora, CO 80010

06/18/2024

A Colorado gun-rights group scheduled Kyle Rittenhouse, a prominent name in the national conversation about fi****ms, to speak at its fundraising event at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, but the entrance to the banquet bore signs that read: “Not open to media.”

A pro-gun rights organization kept media out of an event that included a planned speaking appearance by Kyle Rittenhouse and a gun giveaway.

06/18/2024

A road that parallels Interstate 25 will close to southbound traffic going toward Larkspur during the Colorado Renaissance Festival on an as-needed basis, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office says.

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office plans to close a back road near Interstate 25 as needed amid traffic during the Renaissance Festival.

06/14/2024

Hundreds of volunteers completed nearly $500,000 in security and accessibility updates at Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVenture campus in Larkspur at no cost to the district, thanks to a partnership with the security company Convergint.

Hundreds of volunteers completed nearly $500,000 in security and accessibility updates at  Stone Canyon Outdoor EdVenture campus in Larkspur at no cost to the district, thanks to a partnership with the security company Convergint.  Convergint, an international company with a location in Centennial...

06/14/2024

Incumbent Douglas County Commissioner George Teal, a Republican, is running unopposed in the upcoming June 25 primary. That places him automatically on the ballot for November, where he will face a Democratic challenger.

Two Democrats are facing off in the June primary election in an attempt to unseat Commissioner George Teal. Here's a look at the candidates.

06/13/2024

Nine students are headed to New York to make their Broadway debut on one of the oldest stages: the historic New Amsterdam Theatre.

Nine students are headed to New York to make their Broadway debut on one of the oldest stages: the historic New Amsterdam Theatre.  “Performing on Broadway, that’s been a dream of mine since I was young,” said Bri Felker, a 16-year-old performer. “I can finally slap it off the bucket list.....

06/12/2024

Colorado Community Media is a non-profit, and we strive to create the best community events throughout the state. Creating Mile High Hoedown has been incredible. Working with a local band like Sun Jr. and craftsmen like Parker Thomas, featuring artists like Ace and the talented team at Little People Face Painting, and supporting local businesses like Ink & Drink Denver and Outlaw Beer, these are what our community events should look like.
We invite you to spend the afternoon enjoying music, meeting these fantastic people, learning about what they do, and even getting out on the dance floor with Laurie Burkhardt, a talented choreographer who will teach beginners and line dance enthusiasts a new move or two. We welcome the Aurora community and other communities in Colorado to this event and look forward to hosting more events for your community soon.
• Come listen to Sun Jr .band at the Stampede
• Drink Outlaw beer , a NEW beer from Tivoli Brewery , our official beer sponsor
• Get a flash tattoo with Ace or make a custom hat for all your summer events with Parker Thomas
• Ever wished you knew how to cut up T-shirts like a pro? Ink & Drink will be there, and you can screen print and cut up your own creation.
• Little People Face Painting will be there to get a fun body art piece with their talented team or add some sparkle to your hair!
• Get beautiful permanent jewelry with Iron Husky
• Spend time snuggling adorable animals in the ADULTS’ COWBOY CRITTER CORRAL, or snap FREE photos WITH Bo the alpaca, Beth the donkey or Ana the mini cow at the photobooth sponsored by Leaf Filters
This is a great community event; we want to see you there! Don’t miss out.
Buy one get one FREE tickets for a limited time! That’s only $10 a ticket. https://www.ticketweb.com/event/mile-high-hoedown-stampede-tickets/13537604?pl=stampede

06/11/2024

All three Republicans jockeying to represent northwest Douglas County say the burden of property taxes is a top issue facing local residents.

A look at the three Republicans running for a chance to replace Lora Thomas in the Highlands Ranch-area Douglas County commissioner seat.

06/11/2024

Highlands Ranch Republicans have two candidates to choose from in their party’s effort to capture state House District 43.

Highlands Ranch Republicans have two candidates to choose from in their party’s effort to capture state House District 43.  The seat is currently held by Democratic Rep. Bob Marshall. Two familiar local Republicans, Lora Thomas, a Douglas County Commissioner, and Matt Burcham, a Highlands Ranch r...

06/06/2024

Castle Rock’s Town Council has decided to opt out of a new law that bans guns in government buildings and courthouses. The recent decision comes in the wake of a 2024 law legislators passed that ban guns from sensitive spaces, including government buildings, starting July 1.

06/06/2024

Thousands of Coloradans responding to a survey by their local newsrooms say candidates competing for their votes this year need to be focused primarily on several broad issues: democracy and good government, the economy and cost of living, the environment, climate and natural resources, immigration and abortion.

Thousands of Coloradans responding to a survey by their local newsrooms say candidates competing for their votes this year need to be focused primarily on several broad issues: democracy and good government, the economy and cost of living, the environment, climate and natural resources, immigration....

06/06/2024

🤠🐎 Howdy, partners. We're holding a contest now through June 10th for the Evergreen Rodeo! Enter for your chance to win a family 4-pack! 🏆 The rodeo is on Father's Day weekend. Winners will be contacted by June 12th! Good luck and lasso up! ✨Enter here: https://coloradocommunitymedia.secondstreetapp.com/Evergreen-Rodeo-Ticket-Giveaway/

06/05/2024

Get out the sunscreen and get ready to take some great photos. A morning of entertainment and fun awaits at Highlands Ranch’s annual KidFest.

Get out the sunscreen and get ready to take some great photos. A morning of entertainment and fun awaits at Highlands Ranch’s annual KidFest.  The day kicks off at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 8 and runs until noon at Civic Green Park. It features  live entertainment, a variety of family-friendly vendo...

06/05/2024

There is less than a month to go until the primaries and Special Congressional Vacancy Election this month. Representatives for federal, state and county offices are on the ballot. Here’s what you need to know about voting.

There is less than a month to go until the primaries and Special Congressional Vacancy Election this month. Representatives for federal, state and county offices are on the ballot. Here’s what you need to know about voting.  Mail-in ballots for the June 25 elections were mailed June 3 to eligible...

05/31/2024

As thousands of local high school students take the first steps into their future, Hayden Nguyen joins them. Nguyen is a graduate of Project SEARCH from UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, a school-to-work transition program for young adults with significant intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As thousands of local high school students take the first steps into their future, Hayden Nguyen joins them. Nguyen is a graduate of Project SEARCH from UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, a school-to-work transition program for young adults with significant intellectual and developmental disabilitie...

05/31/2024

Dan Leffert dedicated most of his life to traveling across the globe to places like Switzerland and Germany. He spent most of the time outside, riding his motorcycle for thousands of miles. So hearing the words “You’ll never walk again” felt like the end of the world.

Dan Leffert dedicated most of his life to traveling across the globe to places like Switzerland and Germany. He spent most of the time outside, riding his motorcycle for thousands of miles. So hearing the words “You’ll never walk again” felt like the end of the world.  He lost his mobility af...

05/30/2024

An organization in Highlands Ranch that preserves World War II history observed Memorial Day following the recovery of some items stolen in April.

An organization in Highlands Ranch that preserves World War II history observed Memorial Day following the recovery of some items stolen in April.  David Little, president of the 10th Mountain Division Living History Group, said the organization held a Memorial Day ceremony at Tennessee Pass, near ...

05/30/2024

With little ideologically separating the large group of Republicans who want to fill the seat in Congress recently vacated by Ken Buck, the candidates have spent months on the campaign trail touting their resumes and, sometimes, their personalities in hopes of wooing voters.

With little ideologically separating the large group of Republicans who want to fill the seat in Congress recently vacated by Ken Buck, the candidates have spent months on the campaign trail touting their resumes and, sometimes, their personalities in hopes of wooing voters. But there are some diffe...

05/29/2024

The Class of 2024 has seen its fair share of challenges. Their freshman year coincided with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. And, as they graduated, generative artificial intelligence is all the rage, promising to disrupt and change many industries in ways not yet fully understood.

The Class of 2024 has seen its fair share of challenges. Their freshman year coincided with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. And, as they graduated, generative artificial intelligence is all the rage, promising to disrupt and change many industries in ways not yet fully understood.  So, what...

05/28/2024

Get ready to elevate your fun at The Mile High Hoedown on Saturday June 29th 11 am – 5 pm at the Stampede! Join us for an unforgettable day filled with live original music by Boulder’s very own Sun Jr, bringing their unique "Psych Mountain Rock" vibes to the stage. Dance the day away as you learn the latest line dances, and dive into a variety of interactive experiences! Customize a hat with Parker Thomas, screen print your own shirt or tank top with Ink and Drink, and even get a flash tattoo from Ace of MR. ACE Art & Tattoos. With body art with Little People Face Painting, creative cutting class with Ink & Drink, and so much more, this is the ultimate event you don’t want to miss. Come hoedown with us and make memories that rock! Tickets at https://www.ticketweb.com/event/mile-high-hoedown-stampede-tickets/13537604?pl=stampede
**FOR A LIMITED TIME TICKETS ARE BOGO
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05/23/2024

Laney Erickson knew what she had to do. Erickson scored the only goal in the game which led Mountain Vista to a 1-0 victory over Rock Canyon in the Class 5A state championship soccer game on May 22 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park.

Laney Erickson knew what she had to do. Erickson scored the only goal in the game which led Mountain Vista to a 1-0 victory over Rock Canyon in the Class 5A state championship soccer game on May 22 at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. The goal by Erickson with 13:42 still to play in the match […]

05/23/2024

Demand for space at the Douglas County Fairgrounds — home of the annual county fair and other events — has exceeded capacity, county officials say. The solution? A renovation that would take away some sports areas where youth teams can play.

The Castle Rock-area youth sports community hopes to ensure kids don't lose playing space amid a plan to renovate the county fairgrounds.