A calendar pushing Denver Public Schools’ start date later by a handful of days was approved by the Board of Education on Thursday night.
“Changing the school start date is not going to be the solution for the heat, we all know that,” said board member Anne Rowe. “What it did do, I think, is set [...]

When I was a kid, Thursday was cleaning day. Every Thursday the entire house was cleaned from top to bottom. I can’t remember at what age I began doing chores but I remember doing chores as far back as I can remember. These days, it seems that fewer children are doing chores. Is this media [...]

Growing up in the town of Salida, in the Heart of the Rockies, had it’s disadvantages…and if you’ve ever read the list of “you’re from a small town if” then you know what I’m referring to, ha. On the brighter side, living just a short drive from Monarch Mountain Ski Area – and having not [...]

So….where was I? Oh right, we were wrapping up all our screenings and evaluations (still not sure what the difference is between those, but whatever).
At this point, I’d gone part time at my job. To be honest, it sucked. I loved my job. I loved my team, the challenges, the intellectual curiosity, the energy…everything. The [...]

If you’re like lots of moms, you might put a humidifier in your child’s bedroom with good intentions, like to help him or her breathe easier. However, when used incorrectly, humidifiers may pose a risk to your child’s health.
What are the pros and cons of humidifiers?
Humidifiers can help add moisture to dry living spaces, which [...]

Federal prosecutors announced Thursday a crackdown on medical-marijuana dispensaries in Colorado, the most aggressive law-enforcement action yet against the businesses in the state.
The U.S. Attorney’s office today sent letters to 23 dispensaries located within 1,000 feet of a school. The dispensaries were told they have 45 days to close or face criminal prosecution and forfeiture [...]

Oh, the ever-changing world of toddlerhood.
One minute, you think you’ve finally grasped the complexities, and the next minute, everything changes.
Yesterday was not a fun day. We were at the park on a playdate with our friends, and suddenly, I started feeling really sick to my stomach. I mumbled a few words and headed to the [...]

You wouldn’t let your child ride in a car without a seatbelt or ride a bike without a helmet. As good parents we protect our children…just in case. Life-insurance is part of that protection.

Whether you’re hitting the slopes this winter or building snowmen in your backyard, you are going to want to bundle up – and with these top winter gear picks, your kids will be properly protected AND in great style!

Obermeyer  - Clothes That Grow!
(photo: Sheer Bliss Coat in Anthracite)
Obermeyer’s novel “I-Grow” System allows for your children’s winter wardrobe to grow [...]

Through Jan. 22. Get on your boots: The second weekend of the National Western Stock Show begins today. After hitting its second-highest-ever opening day attendance figures on Jan. 7, the Stock Show lures spectators with rodeos aplenty in the coming week. Daily ProRodeo events with matinee and evening showtimes keep the action coming, including lots [...]