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Lighting work continues as Casa Bonita puts the finishing touches on things prior to their highly anticipated grand re-opening in Denver.

Here's what's new, and what to expect when Casa Bonita Denver reopens

While the exact date for Casa Bonita’s much-anticipated grand re-opening is still under wraps, a sneak peek of the facility in Lakewood reveals that, much like its high divers, you’re in for a deep plunge into nostalgia.
Clear Creek under an overcast sky, after the rain, does not look so dangerous. But, it only takes a few minutes for a flash flood to happen under these conditions.

10 ways to prepare for flood season in Jefferson County

May to October is the annual flood season in Colorado. And, like most of the natural happenings around the state, the swollen rivers and creeks are naturally beautiful, but they are also powerful and very dangerous.
Contestants in the 2023 Colorado Civics Bee.

Arvada 7th grader wins Colorado Civics Bee

Local 7th grader Sriram Yalavarthy had an impressive showing at the first-ever Colorado Civics Bee, besting 15 finalists to win first place and win the $1,000 prize at the May 19 Civics Bee finals. …
Christian Glass, left, with his parents Simon and Sally.

Gov. Polis apologizes for death of Christian Glass

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis apologized to the parents of Christian Glass, the 22-year-old having a mental health crisis who was killed by a deputy in Silver Plume, and then declared May 24 Christian …

A rider prepares to board the Bustang in 2022.

Bustang running service from Denver to Estes Park, RMNP

The bus service from Denver’s Union Station to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park will be available for their fourth year this summer. Bustang will resume service on May 27 and …
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The outside of TRN Grandview, Arvada's newest — only? — bar/golf simulator.

The TRN Grandview brings “the turn” to Olde Town Arvada

Golfers have a term for where the front nine holes transition to the back nine: "the turn."
Host, artist, and instructor for the evening, Heather Abreu, has been doing these events for 6 years. She will be leading the second Casa Bonita Paint N' Sip on May 3 at 6 PM.

Casa Bonita Sip & Paint captures and celebrates the monument before the line forms

The residents of Lakewood and surrounding communities await “The Great Wait in Line Event,” also known as the grand reopening of Casa Bonita restaurant. For those impatient for the May 23 opening, there are events like the recent Casa Bonita Sip & Paint, hosted by Westfax Brewery and Arts in the Open.
The Colorado Mills mall is now home to 5280 Burger Bar, which features outdoor patio and indoor patio seating. 5280 Burger Bar held its grand opening April 6 and its ribbon-cutting April 13. This is the restaurant's four location overall and third in Colorado.

BizBeat: 5280 Burger Bar opens new location inside Colorado Mills

For those wanting to grab a burger after a day of shopping or for anyone craving something sweet after seeing a movie, 5280 Burger Bar is the place to go.
Golden Liquors owners Nate and Briana Austin have reopened their store as Destilados de Agave at Golden Liquors with a wider selection of agave spirits and a tasting room, seen here on March 25. The store will have a grand opening April 1.

BizBeat: Golden Liquors reopening as agave spirits hotspot

Golden Liquors is bringing South-of-the-Border flavors to the heart of Golden. On April 1, the liquor store at 601 13th St. will reopen as Destilados de Agave at Golden Liquors.

A sign is lit up at Alvarado's Mexican Fast Food, one of several Mexican restaurants open 24/7 in the Denver metro area.

Mexican restaurants a cornerstone of Denver metro area’s late-night food scene

Type in “restaurant” on Google Maps and set the filter to “open 24 hours.” You’ll be hard pressed to find any local restaurants serving up food to the night owls, late workers and early risers.
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