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Kids spread cheer to recently hospitalized neighbor

A Lone Tree woman who has been struggling with ongoing health problems received a sweet surprise from a talented group of neighbors after she recently got home from the hospital.

Westminster woman goes from graphic designer to Food Network champion to cookie shop owner

How many people go from starting a hobby to winning a televised competition for it in the same year?

Nonprofit gives Star Wars superfan with muscular dystrophy a renovation from out of this galaxy

Home Builders Foundation, which provides home modifications for people with disabilities, gave a "Star Wars" superfan with muscular dystrophy a bathroom makeover from a galaxy far, far away. Keep in mind — his name is literally Luke.

Ukrainian musician strives to introduce world to her country's culture

Ukrainian musician Siuzanna Iglidan is on a mission to introduce more people to an instrument very important to her home country — the bandura. It has a sad but meaningful history with Ukraine.

Littleton seniors make quilts to raise money for Ukraine

A few days after Russia invaded Ukraine, approximately 17 female residents at RiverPointe Senior Living in Littleton gathered to sew quilts together that could be auctioned off to raise money for Ukraine.

Colorado nonprofit is leading the way for avalanche dog training

In the snow-covered mountains, man's best friend can quickly become man's best chance at survival. That's why, for decades, Colorado Rapid Avalanche Deployment has been training dogs and handlers to rise to the challenge.

Georgia elementary students surprise Ukrainian custodian by decorating school

Custodian Lana Gashenko is a U.S. citizen but still has dozens of family members in Ukraine.

Volunteer makes certain students have Food for Thought

Every Friday during the school year, more than 100 volunteers gather under the Colfax Avenue viaduct to fill bags of food with the nonprofit Food For Thought. Brian Connor has been volunteering with them for four years.

Dairy Arts Center welcomes new version of 'Grease' with all-Indigenous cast

Not everyone has seen Kenickie played by a man with braids

What a pup! Enjoy this week's Top 7 Discover Colorado photos from Denver7

What a beautiful weekend is on the way as Spring settles in across Colorado. It'll be a great weekend to explore and snap some pretty outdoor photos. 📸 Sit back and count down with us this week's top 7 most viewed photos from Denver7's Discover Colorado Through Your Photos Facebook group.

Boulder musician goes viral playing banjo for a fox

A Boulder musician is going viral after forming the unlikeliest bond between man and animal.

10-year-old named honorary deputy by Adams County Sheriff

After acting like a detective to save her siblings, a 10-year-old girl is being honored as one.
MacKenzie Scott donates $13.5 million to Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver

MacKenzie Scott donated $13.5 million to Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver — the largest single donation in the chapter's history — as part of a larger gift of $436 million to Habitat for Humanity throughout the country.

New nonprofit organizes therapy programs for children with special needs from underserved communities

For families in underserved communities who have children with special needs, this new nonprofit wants to help.

Community volunteer surprised with award on her birthday

Prepping for the Montbello Organizing Committee’s twice monthly drive-thru food pantry takes a village, including Denver7 Everyday Hero Victoria Scott Haynes who came out on her birthday.

Coors Brewery Tour reopens after two-year hiatus

Finally, we can once again enjoy some golden brews in Golden, Colorado.

President Biden signs Amache National Historic Site Act

Legislation designating the Amache National Historic Site was signed into law by President Joe Biden on Friday afternoon.

Denver Gaels bring beloved Irish sports to Colorado

Contrary to popular belief, the national sport of Ireland is not rugby or soccer. In fact, it's a tradition that's much older than both of them.

The Best Thing to Do in Colorado: Jamming at a concert at Red Rocks

After more the 4,200 votes, Denver7 viewers have made it official: Jamming out at a concert at Red Rocks is the Best Thing to Do in Colorado!

Dave Grohl talks 'Studio 666' and upcoming show at Empower Field

Dave Grohl: Musician, writer and... possessed demon?

Alpaca your bags! Check out this Airbnb on an alpaca farm in Silt, Colorado

At an alpaca farm almost three hours west of Denver, Kimmy and Cory Wesson are running an Airbnb with their family of 65 alpacas.

Colorado WWII veteran honored after trip to Europe

Gilbert Herrera volunteered for service when he was 18 years old. More than 70 years later, he was honored for his service during World War II.

Denver Beer Co. set to start construction on its fourth taproom

Denver Beer Co. has detailed plans to open a fourth taproom — this one in Denver's Lowry neighborhood — and create 30 new jobs.

Pit bull nursed back to health after suffering from possible chemical/electrical burns

She's had a long year, but Karmen is finally ready to meet her fur-ever family.
After closing 2 years ago due to the pandemic, the Coors Brewing Tour is back

The Coors Brewery Tour in Golden will officially reopen on Friday after remaining closed for about two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coloradan helps to rescue his family from Ukraine

Michael Wynar, who lives in Colorado, is relieved to know his family is safe. He personally retrieved them from Ukraine last week as they fled the war torn country.

Denver7 Gives viewers give a fresh start to victims of theft

More than a week after a new family to Colorado had their trailer and most of their belongings stolen, the careful watch and generosity of Denver7 viewers has helped things look much brighter for the Agemy family.

'Meals from the Heart' gives woman chance to help neighbors

Three to five times a week, Jen Gulley makes everything from egg rolls to homemade chili to help families in her Superior neighborhood who have not been able to return to their homes after the Marshall Fire.

Twist and Shout Records founder to retire after 33 years

After 33 years, Paul Epstein, along with his wife, Jill, are selling Twist and Shout Records.

Children's hospital works to bring patients' imaginations to life

For the last year, doctors and nurses at Children's Hospital Colorado have been asking their youngest patients to draw a picture of their dream snowman. Strangers across the mountain west have then been turning those pictures into reality.

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