One in four kids in Colorado are considered under-immunized, according to the latest state report on vaccine-preventable diseases. We spoke to co-author Dr. James Todd about what parents can do to protect their children.
Six ways to get out and enjoy Colorado in early February while avoiding the hubbub in Vail-Beaver Creek.
Well & Company combines nutritional supplements and community events to help individuals build and maintain healthy lifestyles for mind, body, and spirit.
The way to your date’s heart…good food!
This is part of a weekly series published fresh on Thursday mornings.
The Denver drinking scene is vast and varied, and simply too large for one editor to cover. So we’re asking readers: What did we miss in our 2015 Best Bars list?
Millions of people across the U.S. are caught between dual identities—born American, with Latino roots. A Denver-based group hopes to bridge that gap, and spawn a new cultural movement.
From running the stairs at Red Rocks to attending Breckenridge’s Mardi Gras celebration, here are 10 ways to give your wallet a break this month.
Heading to Vail-Beaver Creek to catch the races (or check out the entertainment)? Here are our top picks for where to refuel.
Pump some life into your cold-weather look without killing your budget.
Hike the eastern edge of Golden’s South Table Mountain, the land where dinosaurs once roamed—and died.
The Denver-based filmmaker has fought long and hard to have “Sundance Film Festival Official Selection” on his cinematic resumé.
From watch boxes to succulent arrangements to high-end jewelry, Bloom by Anuschka’s two locations are gifting go-tos for Valentine’s Day and throughout the year.
Build-your-own delicious breakfast sandwich at the new eatery at Boulder’s Lofts at Peloton.
If you’re spending time debating whether to choose one mass-produced burger over another, you might want to reconsider your dietary priorities.
Need a primer on who’s who on the ski hill? We’re here to help.
This year’s Jewish Film Festival, running from February 4–15, focuses on questions of conflicting religious, racial, and cultural identities.
Boulder-based startup accelerator MergeLane welcomes its first class of women-led businesses.
Think you have to be a skiing superfan to check out the Championships? We give you five other reasons to head west.
Get Involved is a weekly series pointing readers toward community-oriented events, volunteer opportunities, and good causes in Colorado.
The Congress Park eatery has had many iterations (three to be exact). Let’s hope its latest is here to stay.
It’s February, folks. So it’s all about the slopes.
Looking for your next favorite watering hole? We asked Denver bartenders where they imbibe.
EmergencyPetMatcher, a socially powered website created by University of Colorado Boulder researchers, helps connect families with lost pets during natural disasters.
Sean Kenyon talks to 5280 about his past, future, and the smashing success of his LoHi speakeasy, Williams & Graham.
Put your cardiologist on speed dial and thank us later.
This session brew satisfies our game-day beer cravings—and our tastebuds.
What’s hot in the Denver bar scene? From sherry to bacteria (yes, really), bartenders share their favorite ingredients du jour.
Bundle up and hit the town—the Denver Passport is back.
This organization has partnered with 13 schools in Denver, Aurora, and Sheridan to connect adult tutors with children who need extra help on their reading skills.
This is part of a weekly series published fresh on Thursday mornings.
Watch the Seattle Seahawks duke it out against the New England Patriots at any of these Super Bowl hangouts in Denver.
This Super Bowl Sunday think twice about getting behind the wheel.
A first-of-its-kind report shows that our state, while not perfect, is fairly progressive when it comes to LGBT-related laws and policies.
This newly reopened portion of the Colorado Trail offers the expected mountain views—and a lesson in where Denver’s much-needed water comes from.
With gas prices dropping below $2 per gallon here in Colorado, now is the perfect time for people on all sides of the fracking debate to re-examine their positions.
Everything you need to know to navigate this massive two-week ski event, hosted in Vail and Beaver Creek.
Get Involved is a weekly series pointing readers toward community-oriented events, volunteer opportunities, and good causes in Colorado.
Satisfy your craving at Lucky’s Bakehouse & Creamery.
As the blue-and-gold continues its eternal flirtation with mediocrity, the way out of the doldrums can be found deep in the heart of Texas.
In the father-and-son pair’s exhibition, Continuance, visitors get the rare opportunity to see, side-by-side, how two generations perceive the same world.
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A training course teaches Coloradans how to identify, support, and react to symptoms of mental illness.
West Wash Park’s CafeBar recently re-opened as an upbeat taco bar.
Take a journey back to prehistoric times while hiking ridges of Dakota sandstone, hogbacks of limestone, and valleys of soft, black shale.
The bar-hopping light-rail guide that takes commuting home from work (or school) up a notch.
You may visit Jason McGovern’s latest restaurant for the addictive Chicago-style pizza, but you’ll keep coming back for the wings.
Old British-style brews? West Coast-style IPAs? You can find them all at the tiny J Wells Brewery in Boulder.
Tokio puts a Japanese twist on a classic Italian dessert.
The BSide’s happy hour drums up snack-time nostalgia.
Savory Spice Shop puts its own spin on a classic cocktail for Valentine’s Day.
Is Guard and Grace Denver’s best steak house?
New figures add an additional $1.5 million to the already swollen cost of Denver law enforcement settlements.
Chipotle founder Steve Ells has always pushed the boundaries of fast food. Now, he has his sights set on incorporating a unique variety of nutritious whole wheat in all his restaurants.
Two unpaired locals—Nicole, 30, and Joey, 31—break down Denver’s dating scene.
If you haven’t snagged a copy of the January issue, here’s what you’ve been missing.
Independent designers, artisans, and creators—collectively described as “makers”—are filling studios and workshops across Denver and cranking out beautiful handmade products. Meet 10 of the best.
Our Valentine’s Day date matrix has an option for every couple—and every budget.
For Vail skiing prodigy and Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin, success can’t come fast enough. Adulthood, though—that can wait.
This is part of a monthly series that introduces you to Colorado breweries.
The secret to Justin Cucci’s funky restaurant decor? The Internet.
Relax (and reward) yourself at home with goodies from one of Denver’s newest skincare companies.
This high-ABV brew is reminiscent of a hearty oatmeal raisin cookie—perfectly suited for an ordinary night snuggled up on the couch.
The Boulder-based filmmaker debuts his new eco-thriller, Racing Extinction, at the Sundance Film Festival.
Brighten your dull winter skin with these innovative (and ultra-healing) therapies.
The Four Seasons’ newest spa treatment pairs evergreen oil and bamboo healing sticks to alleviate your aching muscles.
SeedPaths turns disadvantaged youth into highly trained developers.
A new startup accelerator helps women-led businesses get off the ground.
The iconic recording studio will sell some of its musical and historical treasures later this month.
Local police and the FBI turn up security on the 2015 Alpine World Ski Championships crowds.
It took four-plus years and $58 million to prepare Eagle County for the 2015 Alpine World Ski Championships. Here, a look inside the improvements.
Beaver Creek’s tenacious run will challenge racers during this month’s FIS Alpine World Ski Championships.
A letter from the editor of our February 2015 issue.
Denver Restaurant Week reservations go quickly. Nab yours before other savvy gourmands beat you to it.
Rick Padden’s play is a timeless exploration of war, humanity, and how we treat prisoners.
This luxury mountain getaway is a must-see in every season. Here are suggestions on living it up on your next visit, no matter your budget.
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From guns to marijuana and more, here are five hot-button issues that will be on legislators’ radars during the 70th session of the Colorado General Assembly.
Forget Rent the Runway. In Colorado, you can lease all the necessary winter wear to outfit you for any mountain adventure.
Bistro Vendôme’s monthly vegetarian tasting menu runs Wednesday through Friday.
Get Involved is a weekly series pointing readers toward community-oriented events, volunteer opportunities, and good causes in Colorado.
Colorado’s winter weather can wreak havoc on your skin. Here are some face and body oils to get you back to beautiful.
Six ways to spend a weekend in the mountains—without a pair of skis.
After Sunday’s debacle, Elway and Company suddenly have some uncomfortable questions to answer.
This is part of a monthly series on 5280.com about Denver’s niche, new, and veteran neighborhoods.
Need a sugar rush to help you and your family make it to last chair? Swing into Beaver Creek’s Candy Cabin.
This month-old, fast-casual kitchen in RiNo offers a fresh take on Indian cuisine.
The Colorado Department of Transportation plans to launch a new bus service, which will run routes along I-25 and I-70, this spring.
The Williams & Graham mixologist talks to 5280 about her approach to bartending and what makes the perfect Manhattan.
Skip après-ski for the taste of a small-town treat.
Denver’s team has a host of “ifs” to overcome in order to earn a spot in the Super Bowl—let alone win the Lombardi trophy.
The Denver-born artist will display her works—inspired by Colorado’s bluebird skies—at the Mike Wright Gallery through February.
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From ice sculptures to parading livestock, here are 10 ways to give your wallet a break this month.
This gentle loop in the City of Fort Collins’ 2,600-acre Bobcat Ridge Natural Area is a year-round escape for snowshoers and hikers.
Playoff season is upon us. Follow these tips to build the perfect plate of nachos to enjoy during game time.
Despite prognostications that legalized recreational marijuana would turn our pristine state into a hellish dystopia, we’re probably more utopian than ever.
A primer on how to (and how not to) outfit yourself in Centennial State gear.
We’re re-reading our most popular long-form articles of the year, and invite you to do the same.
…and start the new year off right.
Put on your party clothes and get ready to ring in the New Year right at these festive fêtes.
A local group is rethinking Denver’s urban spaces with one intention: play.
Holiday party season isn’t over yet. We have you covered with going-out looks—and styling tips—that will take you into the new year.
These local resources are here to help.
Eat healthier at home with this recipe from 5280: The Cookbook.
For more than two decades, 5280 has asked Denver-area physicians whom they would trust to treat themselves or a loved one. The following 333 doctors—in 95 medical specialties—made the cut this year.
