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Denver artist doesn't let rheumatoid arthritis hinder her passion

A Denver artist who's battling a debilitating disease is sending a message to others who feel like they have to give up their passion.

Breckenridge skiing legend gets nod for U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame

People landed on the Moon decades before someone ever skied as fast as CJ Mueller, and now, he's finally getting the recognition he deserves.

Boulder artist makes intricate quilts to memorialize pets

A Boulder artist has spent the last 15 years celebrating people's furry best friends, creating the cuddliest crossover event in history: Quilts and pets.

Mom with big heart making life better for Colorado's Special Olympics athletes

Joan has been a part of Special Olympics for 35 years. She started volunteering when her son Tim started competing as an athlete.

Ultimate RV Show opens at the Colorado Convention Center

Is this the year you finally make a move on your dreams and buy that giant, fancy RV? Maybe we can go halfsies?

Los Angeles Chargers will send Club Q hero Richard Fierro to Super Bowl

An Army veteran who stopped a shooter at Club Q in Colorado Springs in November is now headed to the Super Bowl, thanks to his favorite team.

What's That?: Daylight Donuts of Dacono

The "Donut Diva" says the key to looking good at 60 years old is eating donuts, and why challenge that?

Denver7 takes the unofficial 'Coach Prime Boulder Food Tour'

As new CU Buffs Head Coach Deion Sanders makes his transition from Jackson State to Folsom Field, the Pro Football Hall of Famer has been posting videos of his trips to local Boulder restaurants.

CO therapist dedicated to providing mental health support to those who need it

Growing up, Sofia realized it was important for people to have mental health support. Now, she is a licensed social worker and psychotherapist who has a passion for compassion for herself and others.

Englewood couple keeps Miniature Christmas Village going for 18 months straight

For the past 18 months, Korki and Jack Stroud have kept their "miniature" Christmas Village humming and glowing in their home's basement.

Denver7 viewer buys grand piano for musical virtuoso from Aurora

When this story first aired, we received messages about Jude from all over the country. However, it was one from a man in Boulder County that stuck out the most.

24 years of honoring Denver7 Everyday Heroes

From the very first Denver7 Everyday Heroes we honored back in 1999, to the very latest heroes we’ve surprised, the heart and dedication of Colorado’s volunteers has shined through.
Fort Lupton restaurant provides free Christmas meals to community

The giving spirit was on display in Fort Lupton on Christmas Eve. A family-owned restaurant, Copper Kettle Kitchen, provided free Christmas meals to community members.

Littleton dance team gives kids of all abilities the chance to shine on stage

For the Harmony Dance Team in Littleton, which is mostly made of kids with special needs, perfection isn’t the goal — inclusion is.

Adelitas in Denver makes hundreds of tamales for Christmas week

This month, Adelitas Cocina y Cantina, in Denver, has been making hundreds of tamales - a traditional Mexican meal during Christmastime.

Aurora man hangs over 70k lights to raise money for Autism Society of Colorado

An Aurora man along with his family and neighbors, once again teamed up to build a massive holiday light show - all in an effort to raise money for the Autism Society of Colorado.

Denver Jewish teens gather to build the world's largest LEGO Menorah

This past Sunday, Denver Jewish Day School held a festival on the first night of Hanukkah, unveiling their 24-foot-tall menorah. How did they build one so big? Danny New reports.

Thornton teen collecting hundreds of lightly used shoes to donate

When your kid's feet inevitably grow at 65 mph, might as well donate their older pairs. That's part of the idea for Stargate Charter School junior Reed Schoenfeld.

Family collects for Salvation Army for 67th consecutive year

At 96 years old, most people's ideal retirement would not feature standing out in 20-degree weather.

Couple making lives better for neighbors who lost everything in Marshall Fire

To create a winter wonderland for families that lost everything in the Marshall Fire takes a lot of work. Luckily for A Precious Child, they have volunteers like Bill & Anita Head.

Community support, holiday cards pour in for 9-year-old girl after tough year

Alivia had a rough year, and her mother was hoping the community could help make her smile. Through holiday cards, well-wishes, and two CDs, they sure did.

Golden boy may be the youngest person to ever ski on all 7 continents

Maddock Lipp, an 8-year-old boy from Golden, just possibly broke the world record for the youngest person to ski on all seven continents.

Boulder teen's Bigfoot Sox company helps unhoused community

Dangerously cold temps are blowing into Colorado this week, and the unhoused population can be at high risk of illness and injury. A 14-year-old boy from Boulder is doing something to change that.

United, Special Olympics team up to make holiday travel a little easier at DIA

Kiosks do not really make your day like Hanna Atkinson. She is one of four Special Olympics athletes that joined United Airlines to launch their Special Olympics Service Ambassador Program in Denver.
Colorado boy injured in Belize headed home to Colorado thanks to a viewer

After Denver7 shared the story of Stefan Keryan, an 8-year-old who was hurt while on vacation with his family in Belize, the owner of Peak Medevac reached out and offered to go pick him up for free.

Mom once in need of toys for her own kids now spearheading Toys for Tots program

Making holiday wishes come true for children isn’t an easy task, but for Tasha Gallegos, Toys for Tots is a mission of love that started when she was a single mom.

Frederick mom asking for holiday cards to cheer up daughter after tough year

The most wonderful time of year isn't going great for 9-year old Alivia Cooper. Her mom said it felt like one thing right after another.

Snow plow driver helps return brand new skis to high school student

The longtime Steamboat Springs resident was driving his snow plow during a storm, when he noticed a pair of brand new skis lying on the side of the street.

Choir performs Ukrainian Christmas carols to honor the wartorn nation's culture

In a year when many Ukrainians will probably spend Christmas defending their nation, a group of singers in Northern Colorado is making sure their traditions and culture are still being honored.

Holiday giving turns into Holiday building at Stanley Marketplace's Canstruction

For the first half of December, Stanley Marketplace is hosting a "Canstruction" competition, where teams of engineers and designers compete to construct the best sculptures out of cans.

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