“A former football player at North Dakota State University, he left school a semester early to enter the NFL draft. After the final round of the draft elapsed without his name being called, Samuel spent the next several years trying out for nearly all 32 teams, unable to find a foothold in the league. … [Read more…]
“Those using those streets, like Denver Health Dr. David Mintzer who bikes to work on 11th Avenue say it made all the difference. “Back in March and April at kind of the height of the pandemic I was working COVID ward almost every day, and I can honestly say biking without having to worry … [Read more…]
“Five Points/ RiNo Distance: 2.9 miles Highlights: RiNo Arts District, Curtis Park, Pedestrian Only Champa St, History:Five Points, Denver Fire Station #3 The Lowdown: This walk will take you through both Denver’s past and present by encompassing some of Denver’s oldest and newest neighborhoods. Starting in Five Points, you’ll begin at Denver Fire Station … [Read more…]
“Temporary Road Closures to Thru-Traffic Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is closing select streets to thru-traffic on a temporary basis to create more space for Denver residents to walk, bike and run while complying with physical distancing requirements. The additional room, currently not being used for car traffic, will allow people to enjoy … [Read more…]
“At 50, Tammy Wachtl is in a fighting mood. The Denver native is opening her first kickboxing gym at 655 22nd St. in Five Points this month. The 3,400-square-foot gym will be the newest Colorado franchise of New York-based ILoveKickboxing. “My territory was the downtown area, and I looked at a number of locations. … [Read more…]