Stories From Your Community

Denver is made up of a diverse array of individuals across our 78 distinct neighborhoods. Here's a collection of stories from and about the community members in the Mile High City.

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  • Destination Colfax

    Explore the rich history and vibrant evolution of Colfax Avenue, from its early residential roots and streetcar era to its transformation into a federal highway and cultural hub. Discover how the East Colfax BRT project is revitalizing this iconic corridor, blending historical preservation with m...

  • How Denver Mountain Parks is bringing back the birthplace of Red Rocks

    The legendary Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre didn't spring up out of nowhere. The stage, stairs and infrastructure were originally built by the hands of the Civilian Conservation Corps, a New Deal era program that provided skilled labor jobs to help build infrastructure around the country. Those...

  • Mt. Blue Sky Reopening

    Mt. Blue Sky is reopening with improved infrastructure! Celebrate with the partners who help make this project happen.

  • Celebrate the Lion Dance

    Elevating Denver visits with Colorado teams performing traditional Lion Dance. The tradition originated in China but soon other cultures adopted the performance and made it their own. Today Lion dance is a professional sport performed at top levels. The performance signals good fortune, prosperit...

  • How the Denver Animal Shelter is keeping kittens healthy!

    The Denver Animal Shelter is committed to the best care of the animals in their shelter. Less stress on the animals reduces illness and improves the chance for adoption. Walk the facility with behavior and care specialist Lorraine Laycock as she details the changes to the DAS facility. The feline...

  • Mile High Animation

    Animation is for everyone! Beginners and pros, kids and adults, anyone can create something right out of their brain. And the best part is building relationships and gaining skills along the way.

  • Elevating Denver May, 2026

    Here's what's coming into view on Elevating Denver...

    OFFICE OF THE CITY FORESTER
    The mile-high city is deceptive, a lush green urban canopy grows on a high-plains desert. What makes this possible? Denver’s Office of the City Forester (OCF) promotes health, safety, welfare and quality of life fo...

  • Landscape Transformation Projects in Denver

    Landscape Transformation is the process of replacing water-thirsty bluegrass with a mix of native and climate-adapted plants. This work isn’t just about saving water, it’s about creating a healthier, more vibrant city for future generations. By choosing native and low-water plantings, we are:

    Re...

  • Building Relationships, Saving Lives

    Denver Animal Protection’s Community Engagement Program provides community members with high quality veterinary services, humane education and pet supplies/pet food for people needing extra support.

    The bond between an owner and their pet is sacred to the individual, but it is also a deeply impo...

  • 2026 Cinco de Mayo Celebration

  • Get on stage with Buntport Theater!

    Experience the thrill of live theater and uncover new stories with Buntport Theater Company—unique performances, creative minds, and all at a price you’ll love!

  • Mile High Comics

    Assemble, comic enthusiasts! Raise your Infinity Gauntlet if you're a fan of Mile High Comics!

    We took a tour inside the Avengers Tower of Denver, and you're invited to come along!

  • Superior Iron Works Part 2 "Hope"

    We join the team from Superior Iron Works as they install their sculpture "Hope" in front of the new affordable housing construction, The Hattie McDaniel Building, becoming a visual focal point for the Grand Opening celebration and a lasting fixture for the community.

  • Protecting Denver's Trees

    Every tree in Denver contributes to the overall health of the tree canopy. Learn important information about how to best protect and care for the trees in your community thanks to The Park People and the Office of the City Forester.

  • What's Behind Denver's Urban Canopy?

    The mile-high city is deceptive, a lush green urban canopy grows on a high-plains desert. What makes this possible? Denver’s Office of the City Forester (OCF) promotes health, safety, welfare and quality of life for Denver residents by creating a sustainable urban forest. The OCF is responsible f...

  • Denver GO Bonds: 16th Street

    The 16th St renovation, completed in 2025, was supported by $31.2 million in funding from the Elevate Denver bond program. The project has improved safety and mobility, addressed aging infrastructure and created more opportunities for the people who live, work and visit the Mile High City for yea...

  • Denver GO Bonds - Workforce Development - Colfax BRT

    The city is committed to ensuring that Denver residents — particularly those in economically underserved areas and from disadvantaged backgrounds — benefit from the investments being made in Denver's infrastructure through our general obligation (GO) bond programs. In this video, Dean Smith, a pa...

  • Denver GO Bonds - La Raza Park

    The renovation of La Raza Park, set to be completed in 2026, was supported by $500,000 in Elevate and RISE Denver GO Bonds. Once completed, the revitalized park will include a revitalized playground, upgraded basketball court and picnic areas, ADA-compliant pathways and native landscaping. In thi...

  • Denver GO Bonds: Red Rocks

    The ADA Improvements at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater, completed in 2024, were supported by $13.2 million in funding from the RISE Denver bond program, and will effectively enhance the concert experience for all visitors. In this video, you'll hear from Mark W, Red Rocks concert attendee, about...

  • Denver GO Bonds: Urban Peak Mothership Shelter

    The redevelopment of Urban Peak's Mothership shelter, completed in 2024, was supported by $17.5 million in RISE Denver GO Bond funding. The project has transformed the aging and overcrowded shelter into a vibrant, thriving campus to address the complex needs of youth experiencing homelessness. In...

  • Denver Summit Home Opener!

    Over 63,000 fans showed up and showed out for their squad at the first ever Denver Summit FC home match! We caught up with some of the faithful to hear how they're celebrating this HERstoric day in Denver!

  • Do You Need Food in Denver?

    Food Access is essential community care and there are several dedicated agencies working together to provide services and access to Denver residents. We visit the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment and the Denver Human Services GIVE Center we and talk to the dynamic team that provid...

  • Dinos in Denver!

    How are fossils found? How do they get out of the ground without breaking apart? How are huge chunks of bone and rock moved across the country to museums?? The team at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is ready to answer all those questions and more!

  • Healing Centers

    We visit NUMIA Healing Center and discuss the impacts of Psilocybin supported therapy and discuss Natural Medicine Policy Development in Denver.