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Remembering Lewis Wolman, community leader, mentor and beloved family man
Lewis Joel Wolman passed away peacefully at home in Boulder, Colorado, on Saturday, July 25, 2026, with his family by his side. Lewis was born on Nov. 20, 1957, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Joseph “Murphy” Martin Wolman and Anne Wolman. The youngest of five siblings, he grew up around the…
Boulder Market Meals: Charred shishito peppers spice up fresh tostadas
Oven-crisped tortillas topped with refried beans, blistered peppers and lime yogurt make an easy summer meal or party appetizer.
Boulder entrepreneur Aquiles La Grave announces run for mayor
The first-time candidate wants the mayor to play a more influential role, with regular office hours, a constituent affairs office and greater involvement in setting council priorities.
Remembering Beatrice ‘Bea’ Bell, pioneering Broncos cheerleader, political activist and friend to many
Beatrice Theresa Bell passed away on July 16, 2026, at her home in Boulder. She had been battling Stage 4 breast cancer, congestive heart failure and wasting syndrome for more than two years. She would ask those who knew her to celebrate her life, not her passing. She was the…
Boulder Market Meals: A guide to locally raised meat at the farmers market
Boulder Farmers Market vendors offer locally raised beef, bison, chicken, rabbit and more, often tucked out of sight in coolers.
Remembering June Clark, lifelong adventurer, gifted illustrator and Ted’s copilot in every sense
June Elizabeth Clark (née Richtarik), 1937–2026 June Clark always had dog treats in her pocket. Not sometimes. Every day. If you were a dog and you crossed June’s path, you were getting a treat. If you were a stray, you were probably going home with her while she figured out…
Remembering Judy Walker, devoted advocate for children, bridge Life Master and cherished friend
Judy Walker (Judith Ann Driessen Walker) played a great “no trump” bridge hand on June 27, 2026, when she passed peacefully while sitting in her big, comfy chair. Judy was born on March 30, 1940, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Joseph H. Driessen and Geraldine Gerster Driessen. She died at…
Boulder Community Health Foundation raises $1.7 million at Spring Gala for Foothills Hospital Family Birth Center remodel
With nearly 350 dedicated supporters and sponsors in attendance, the Boulder community showed its heart, coming together to help create a more modern, family-centered care environment for generations to come.
Boulder Market Meals: Classic Nicoise salad showcases summer green beans
Fresh local green beans, tomatoes and potatoes make this hearty French salad a perfect summer meal.
Boulder Airport celebrates launch of unleaded aviation fuel
Aviation enthusiasts, local officials and community members gathered Friday at Boulder Municipal Airport to celebrate the arrival of unleaded aviation fuel, marking another step in the airport’s transition away from leaded gasoline. Boulder is the third airport in Colorado to offer UL94, an unleaded aviation fuel compatible with an estimated…
Boulder residents weigh reviving the Boulder County NAACP after a year of turmoil
About 90 people gathered to explore rebuilding the Boulder NAACP, but state leaders said key legal and organizational questions must be resolved before the chapter can return.
Boulder Airport begins transition away from toxic leaded fuel
The cleaner fuel could reduce harmful lead emissions, but about 30% of the airport’s piston-engine aircraft still can’t use it.
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