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Far East Center awarded $250,000 grant for preservation, restoration efforts

A historic cultural hub for Denver's East Asian community was awarded a $250,000 grant for preservation and restoration efforts.

Volunteer at annual Christmas Store brings holiday spirit to families in need

Volunteers dedicate their time and holiday spirit to bring AdventHealth Parker and New Day Adventist Church's annual Christmas Store to life. Behind them all is Shawna Sajdak.

Meet the newest and youngest stars at the National Western Stock Show

There is still time to meet the littlest stars at the National Western Stock Show, including a baby Clydesdale and two miniature Scottish Highland cattle.

WATCH: Boulder County K-9's retirement party was everything a dog could want

After eight years of service, a retiring K-9 in Boulder County was celebrated on Saturday with lots of love and tennis balls.

Arvada record store expanding after 34 years thanks to resurgence in vinyl

After 34 years in business, Black & Read, an independent music, book and game store in Arvada, is expanding thanks to a resurgence in vinyl.

Avalanche hosts TEAMFit event for McElwain Elementary School students

The Colorado Avalanche hosted a TEAMFit event for McElwain Elementary students. It's an initiative of Kroenke Sports Charities that encourages and promotes fitness for kids.

Colo. nonprofit gifts RV to firefighter who lost home in Los Angeles-area fires

A Denver man and his nonprofit, Emergency RV, will donate an RV to a Los Angeles-area firefighter who lost his home while battling the Southern California fires.

DIA's newest art piece includes close to 200 pieces of donated luggage

Thomas Evans, also known as Detour, has painted several colorful and powerful murals in Denver's Five Points neighborhood. His newest creation will soon be unveiled at Denver International Airport.

Clear Creek HS students building skis, snowboards while breaking down barriers

Students at Clear Creek High School are learning how to build skis and snowboards from scratch, giving them tools for future careers while breaking down barriers to outdoor sports.

National Western Stock Show parade stampedes through Denver without longhorns

The streets of downtown Denver came alive with the sights and sounds of the 119th National Western Stock Show Parade on Thursday.

Rare Krugerrand gold coin found in Salvation Army red kettle

A decades-old tradition from the Salvation Army is alive and well after a rare Krugerrand gold coin was found inside one of the famous Salvation Army red kettles in Fort Colins this holiday season.

For Coloradans with Latin American roots, the holidays aren't over yet

While the new year marks the end of the holidays for many, Coloradans with roots in Latin America keep the festivities going with Three Kings Day.
Castle Rock restaurant uses pay-what-you-can method to bridge community

In a town where the perception of wealth often overshadows the reality of need, Mary Grothe opened a restaurant intended to bridge that divide.

Second day of Kwanzaa celebration in Denver focuses on seniors

On the second day of Kwanzaa, dozens of community members gathered for the 27th Annual Senior Kwanzaa Luncheon Celebration at Zion Senior Center in Denver.

Colorful Colorado: The Beauty of Our State

In this special, Colorful Colorado: The Beauty of Our State, Denver7 takes you to some of the most scenic and unique destinations in Colorado.

Denver7: Celebrating Colorado's Culture

In this special, Denver7's Katie LaSalle helps showcase our neighbors who help influence Colorado's rich culture.

Denver7: Through the Lens

Denver7: Through the Lens showcases the work of our hardworking photographers, who use their photography skills to beautifully and artfully share the stories of our community.

When older Coloradans need 'A Little Help,' these volunteers step in

For many of us, the holidays inspire a spirit of giving. That can look like presents under the tree, or for some, helping in the community.

Two neighbors in Englewood use holiday lights rivalry to bring joy to community

The holiday season always brings twinkling lights, joyous decorations and the spirit of competition to one Englewood neighborhood.

Salvation Army feeds more than 1,400 people across Denver metro on Christmas Eve

A lot of work goes on behind the scenes at the Salvation Army between October and the end of December to ensure folks in need have a good holiday despite life’s challenges.

Denver chef brings new culinary twist to Mexican American pozole traditions

Christmas just isn’t Christmas without the festive foods we grew up with, and for many Mexican Americans in Colorado, that means a steaming pot of pozole.

Colorado man spends each day ringing for Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign

Ed Blubaum spends every day with a bell in hand and a red kettle by his side to raise money for The Salvation Army during its Red Kettle Campaign.

Colorado's oldest ski shop is still renting, repairing gear 85 years later

The Bulkley family opened the Eskimo Shop in 1939 to teach kids how to ski. Today, the third generation of Bulkleys is taking over to keep rental and repair services affordable.

CU Boulder junior makes Christmas donation to local domestic violence shelter

A University of Colorado Boulder junior is getting into the holiday spirit by giving back this season. Denver7 caught up with Baylee Burton to learn about her massive donation and how it came about.
Hope House Colorado receives $19,000 donation thanks to Jefferson County teen

The nonprofit, which helps parenting teen moms become self-sufficient, relies on donations to provide its services to hundreds of young women each year.

Firefighters rescue four puppies from brush fire in Adams County

Four puppies were rescued from an Adams County brush fire thanks to some sharp-eyed firefighters and a stroke of luck.

Aurora man hangs 110,000 lights to raise money for Autism Society of Colorado

Corey "Claus" Christiansen has outdone himself this year. He hangs lights on his Aurora home every year, but this year, he reached a personal record.

Denver7 Gives donations help raise $26,000 for Colorado children

Your generosity helped raise enough money to buy 6,000 toys for Colorado children who otherwise wouldn't get gifts this holiday season.

Elizabeth Fire receives $28,000 grant from Firehouse Subs Foundation

Elizabeth firefighters are now equipped with new lifesaving equipment, thanks to a $28,000 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.

Santa rappels down Children's Hospital Colorado to spread holiday cheer

Santa Claus arrived at the Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in style Wednesday morning, opting to rest his sleigh and rappel down the hospital wall instead.

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