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This Colorado rescue cat loves to ski, hike and even paddleboard

Liebchen, a rescue cat from Aspen, loves to hang out with his parents, Erin and Dan Geldermans, while they ski, hike, bike and even paddleboard around Colorado.

Movie lineup released for 2022 Film on the Rocks

Film on the Rocks has announced the lineup for its 23rd season showing movies under the stars at Red Rocks Amphitheatre.

Man who is quadriplegic drives NASCAR racecar using his brain

German Aldana suffered a spinal cord injury that left him quadriplegic. Through a microchip implanted on the surface of his brain, he was able to drive a NASCAR racecar around Pikes Peak International Raceway by himself.

Three generations bring Cantonese recipes to Denver at Meta Asian Kitchen

Food is a great opportunity to learn about a culture. Denver7 is continuing to honor Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by visiting Meta Asian Kitchen at Avanti Food and Beverage.

Avalanche fans feeling optimistic for series with Blues

When you support the first overall seed in the Western Conference, you can feel a little confident

Local senior facilities compete in virtual "Jeopardy!" competition

You're never too old to get a little competitive. That's been the case for Carillon at Belleview Station and Village of Belmar, two senior care facilities that have been competing in virtual matches in the style of "Jeopardy!"

Bonnie Brae Ice Cream reopens its doors to customers after two-year hiatus

For decades, Bonnie Brae Ice Cream has been serving up delicious flavors, with lines often snaking out the front door. It's a scene that’s been missing over the last two years — until now.

Our favorite photos of the total lunar eclipse over Colorado

A total lunar eclipse created a spectacular "blood moon" in the Colorado night sky – and as usual, the photographers in our Discover Colorado | Through Your Photos Facebook group were there to capture it. Here are some of our favorites.

Volunteer's love for trains keeps railroad museum rolling

If there is a train running at the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, chances are Al Blount is somewhere on board.

Nearly century-old condo goes on sale for first time in 35 years

Get ready to see 1,070 square feet of many previous eras.

First all-Black climbing team, including Colorado members, summits Mount Everest

Seven members of the first all-Black climbing team to attempt to climb Everest made history and stood on the summit this week, the team leader confirmed Friday.

Boulder County park partially closed since 2020 CalWood Fire will fully reopen in June

Half of a Boulder County park has remained closed since it was heavily damaged in the 2020 CalWood Fire but after extensive recovery efforts, it will reopen to the public next month.
Catch a sneak preview of Denver Art Museum's new exhibit, 'Age of Armor'

It's like seeing real-life "Game of Thrones," just without the dragons.

Berthoud family closer to goal of building accessible park

A Berthoud family who’s raising money to build an adaptive park where all three of their boys can play is getting closer to their goal thanks to generous donations to Denver7 Gives.

Doctor dresses up in different costume every time he sees young patient

Sometimes, it's easier to open up to an animal. That's what Dr. Jaren Riley, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children, has found. He's started dressing up in a different costume every time he sees his 13-year-old patient.

Couple brings therapy miniature horse to visit seniors around Denver metro

Getting to feed a miniature horse can really make your day, especially for the residents at ThriveCare Assisted Living.

Navy pilot builds backyard roller coaster for 3-year-old son

Some kids get pushed on a swing, but 3-year-old West gets pushed on a roller coaster.

Teen uses passion for music to help feed people in need

Garrett Davidson grew up volunteering with his family at the Food Bank of the Rockies. Years later, he's found another way to help give back.

Art helping those in recovery reveal true passions

Colorado Artists in Recovery is for anyone in recovery, whether they’re just staring out or have been sober for 30 years.

Westminster artists assemble 'yarn mural' to show support for Ukraine

At Westminster's MAC Recreation and Events Center, a team of 20 crocheters needled together over a hundred individual pieces, sent from all over the world, into a mural to show support for Ukraine.

Stars align for two strangers in life-saving organ transplant

A mother from Pueblo and father from California connected on social media for a living donor liver transplant. Now, they have new perspective on life.

Colorado Mestizo Dancers ready to return to Denver's Cinco de Mayo Festival

After a two-year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Colorado Mestizo Dancers are set to return to the stage this Cinco de Mayo in Denver, to showcase and preserve Mexican culture in the state of Colorado.

15-year-old with autism starts nonprofit to help hamsters

Fifteen-year-old Copland LaBerge feels he has a kindred relationship with hamsters and started a nonprofit to help them get adopted.

Denver middle school teacher reflects on 41-year career

After 41 years of teaching, Marcy Stoddard is down to her last semester.
El Paso County 911 dispatcher helps deliver twins

An El Paso County 911 dispatcher is being recognized around the world for her work helping to deliver twin babies to a local family. She's nominated for the "Dispatcher of the Year Award" with the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch.

Teacher Appreciation Week: Sierra Elementary students say why they appreciate their teachers

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week from the students!

One-time meeting leads to a lifetime of adventure Big Brothers Big Sisters

For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado has been connecting children with incredible potential with mentors who can help them achieve it. Since Michael White and Jirai Riley met six years ago, the two have become incredible friends.

Man turning 100 years old plays trumpet every day

When he turned 83, Grant Poole's wife passed away. He decided to keep himself busy by taking lessons in various activities, including trumpeting, bowling and tap dancing.

Sun Valley Youth Center serves as safe haven in otherwise forgotten Denver neighborhood

At Sun Valley Youth Center, each day is met with new challenges and new opportunities to learn how to cope with them.

Goose lays eggs in potter at ARC Thrift Store in Littleton

At the ARC Thrift Store in Littleton, a goose chose one of their outdoor planters as a good place to make a nest.

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