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Brighton retired teacher volunteering to help students with reading fundamentals

Penny Schneider has been an educator for nearly six decades, with the past couple volunteering in at Southeast Elementary. That is why her colleagues nominated her as a Denver7 Everyday Hero.

Food Bank of the Rockies volunteers find new purpose after retirement

Matt and his wife Dian Uren decided to start volunteering at the food bank to fill the free time they both had post-retirement.

Food pantry provides dignified grocery shopping experience to Coloradans in need

Thanks to a partnership with the Food Bank of the Rockies, an Arvada food pantry is able to provide a dignified grocery shopping experience to Coloradans in need.

Denver PD helicopter captures Good Samaritan tackling truck thief after crash

The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) on Thursday released police helicopter video showing a Good Samaritan who jumped into action to stop a truck thief.

Colorado cheerleaders earn spot in national competition in Orlando

Momentum Allstars' Team Shock received a bid to the Prep Grand Nationals competition in Orlando, Florida.

Nuggets, Special Olympics Colorado partner for unforgettable basketball clinic

A group of 100 Special Olympics athletes from across Colorado participated in a basketball clinic at Ball Arena Tuesday and got a chance to meet their favorite players.

5.2K people put down deposit as season ticketholders for new Denver NWSL

Cleats have not hit the field, but Denver's National Women's Soccer League has already broken a record.

Meet the Colorado 'Uber Dog' stealing the hearts of riders and the internet

Bowie the 'Uber Dog' became an internet sensation, after tagging along as Kevin Furman's Uber co-pilot. In just under a year, the duo amassed more than 400,000 followers on social media.

Denver7 Everyday Heroes give back through Food Bank of the Rockies

What started as an opportunity to give back has blossomed into a life-long friendship for two Food Bank of the Rockies volunteers.

Denver team spinning signs all the way to world championship contention

Shamon Ingram, general manager for AArrow Sign Spinners Denver, thinks that sign spinning is a great way to get eyes on an ad, especially with the Sign Spinning World Championship approaching.

Denver chosen as home for new National Women's Soccer League team

The National Women's Soccer League announced that Denver will soon be home to a women's professional soccer team, and there are plans to build a soccer stadium for the club.

SwitchWood finds a home in Colorado with handmade fashion accessories

Drew Graham, CEO of SwitchWood, has taken his passion for working with his hands and transformed it into a thriving business that sells fashion accessories made from natural materials.
Longmont girl, 7, using friendship bracelets to raise money for DV survivors

A Longmont family is putting beads to good use by crafting friendship bracelets to raise money for domestic violence survivors.

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.

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