Positive News

Take a break from the headlines and check out the good news and positive things happening in the Denver metro area and our great state of Colorado.

Denver7 | Gives

Denver7 Everyday Hero

wx photo.png

Discover CO Through Your Photos

Marshall Fire victims finally meet strangers who let them stay in their home

Coloradans — even those thousands of miles away — stepped up to help those impacted by the Marshall Fire any way they could.

Positive attitude, creativity keep makers returning to Broomfield's inventHQ

The Broomfield Library’s maker space, inventHQ, is where to find people learning and using all kinds of creative skills, from woodworking and 3D printing to embroidery.

Friends who deliver food to needy families receive community award

Three friends who started the Kobu Foundation while at CU Boulder to deliver food to families in need received the S.J. Dilenschneider Community Award and a $10K check to continue their work.

Denver Broncos make impact off the field through Denver Boys & Girls Club

The Denver Broncos were named ESPN's Humanitarian Team of the Year for their work in the community, and a Denver Boys & Girls Club is one example of their impact.

Volunteer group builds ramp for Loveland man who uses wheelchair

Sometimes the smallest acts of kindness can make the biggest difference. For a group of volunteers, all it took was a few hours and roughly $1,200-worth of materials to change a man’s life.

Emu family feud at Creative Acres Animal Sanctuary finds happy ending

At Creative Acres Animal Sanctuary, a family of emus rejected a poor, lonely bird named Singleton. But after years of being raised by himself, Singleton has a new — and unique — forever family.

Tradition is key at historic Estes Park lodge

When visiting the mountains in Colorado, it’s mandatory that if you pack it in, you pack it out. But an old lodge in Estes Park has a claim to fame because of what guests have left behind.

Boulder woman is attempting to criss-cross Colorado by herself

In 2020, some people decided they wanted to get outside and hike more. Meanwhile, India H. Wood decided to hike the entire state.

Volunteer honors her mother by making sure all kids have proper school clothing

Paula Woodman has dedicated her free time to making certain kids get the clothes they want and need every school year through Clothes to Kids.

The People's Tiny House Festival returns to Loveland

Are these houses a little compact? Oh, sure. Are they also affordable, ergonomic and adaptable to any lifestyle? You betcha.

'Cats on Mats' returns to Denver Animal Shelter

Practicing yoga together is one way to meet your new, furry best friend. For the first time since the pandemic began, Denver Animal Shelter has brought back its Cat on Mats program.

Colorado boy's wish to go on a dinosaur dig comes true in Montana

For 7-year-old Noah Mills, a dinosaur trip to the Montana Dinosaur Center is a dream come true thanks to Make-A-Wish Colorado.
Explore some of the most well-preserved dinosaur tracks in the world in Golden

If you're looking for a fun, educational (shhh!) activity for the whole family, you can rarely go wrong with something involving dinosaurs.

Oyster shucking champion serves up fresh shells in Denver

If you're going to eat oysters, might as well get them opened as fast as possible by one of the world's best.

Woman with multiple sclerosis hikes all 58 of Colorado's 14ers

Hiking all 58 of Colorado's 14ers was already a tough task, but Beth Leleck, who has multiple sclerosis, was up to the challenge.

Positive attitude brings smiles to faces at Village Exchange Center

Empowering the community through exchange is the mission of Aurora’s Village Exchange Center. With a focus on religious and cultural diversity, The Village Pantry serves about 1,000 families a week.

Meet the famous street juggler who performs by the Cherry Creek Shopping Center

At some point, everyone has probably asked themselves, "How do I get out of these 40-hour work weeks?"

How the Glenwood Springs community helped a boy take a major step in life

When a small community rallies around a cause, there’s no telling what can be achieved. That includes helping a young boy named Turner walk for the first time.

Avalanche team dentist talks about what it's like treating hockey players

Being the team dentist for the Colorado Avalanche, or any NHL team, is never boring. Just ask Dr. Dan Selner.

Woman with cystic fibrosis able to have baby due to drug's surprise side effect

Thanks to modern medicine, the prognosis for people with cystic fibrosis has drastically improved in recent years.

Fort Collins program repurposes old, donated pianos to inspire spontaneous music

Pianos About Town started 12 years ago, inspired by an art installation in New York at the time. The program repurposes used and donated pianos, then places the instruments around town with a catch.

Pantry volunteer helping families keep their pets

Thanks to a partnership with Colorado Pet Pantry, the food bank at the Focus Points Family Resource Center is the largest pet food bank in metro Denver.

Couple celebrates Stanley Cup win with rare identical triplets

About 30 sets of identical triplets are born in the U.S. each year, but only one set wore identical Avalanche swag for the majority of their first three months on Earth.

Community members, agencies awarded for work in wake of Marshall Fire

Almost six months after the Marshall Fire burned in Boulder County, the local sheriff's office honored those who saved lives and property at an awards ceremony Monday.
Erie couple opens pool to teach dogs how to dock dive

Watching dogs play fetch in the water might be the only thing cuter than watching them play regular fetch.

The last linotype newspaper: Operating the Saguache Crescent

In southern Colorado, Dean Coombs operates the last linotype newspaper, fighting with and fixing up the the century-old typesetting machine every day.

Volunteer has granted children's wishes for 30+ years

Early every summer, the roar of motorcycle engines can be heard over northern Colorado as hundreds of bikers take part in the Frank’s Ride poker run.

Pikes Peak International Hill Climb gets ready to host 100th race

How many car races have been running since 1916, while also taking participants up a 14,000-foot mountain? There's only one: The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

Arc Thrift Stores hosts sensory-friendly concert

It is not every day you get a personalized concert from Ensemble Faucheux, a quartet of symphony musicians

Avs fan recounts special day meeting team thanks to Make-A-Wish Foundation

When you get to meet your favorite team, that's something you never forget. Alex Bray, 22, certainly hasn't.

Previous Page Next Page

Help us tell a good news story!

Know of someone in our Colorado community doing something good? Share their story with Denver7 so we can help spread the good news!

Your Name

Your Email

Your Number (We'll only call to confirm details)

Tell us a story...

Security Check