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A 140 year old apple tree in an open space in Westminster was recognized as Colorado’s third largest apple tree.

It was planted by the Semper family and remains a symbol of resilience as experts expect it to thrive for another 40 to 50 years.

Arts columnist John Moore highlighted several fall theater events, including Stephen King's Misery at Arvada Center through Sunday and Denver Center’s The Tempest through Nov.

1, along with play runs at Miners Alley and Boulder Ensemble Theatre. He noted Boulder Ensemble Theatre Company's rising acclaim as it delivers strong shows.

Lockheed Martin Space announced it will add up to 1,250 new jobs in Douglas and Jefferson counties over the next four years, state officials said during the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation's Site Selector Feedback Dinner on Thursday.

The roles include cybersecurity and software engineers, technicians and administrative staff.

A Denver pilot is raising funds for a new scholarship endowment at MSU Denver — a tribute to his mentor Roy Morgan, founder of Air Methods who died in 2024.

Donations will help award scholarships amid a national pilot shortage.

Denver Water warned that Dillon Reservoir is at 64% capacity and will drop below 50% by next spring—possibly falling beneath 2002 drought levels; officials say water restrictions and low winter inflow could mean years for full recovery.

City officials with the Department of Housing Stability changed the original 400-bed cold weather shelter plan near 40th and Monroe after a Thursday meeting — the new proposal limits capacity to 150–200 beds with construction set for early 2027 and no confirmed opening date.

Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper and State Sen. Mark Baisley are campaigning for a Senate seat in the midterm election Tuesday, Nov.

3, as they outline plans to address Colorado’s key issues. Denver7 interviewed both candidates as they prepare to shape local policies.

The ATF is finalizing its report on the Caribou Village fire that damaged 20 businesses on Oct.

9, 2025—no injuries were reported—and demolition and debris removal began in Nederland this week.

Denver South HS football is coping with grief after losing two former teammates+ one died of leukemia and another drowned at Cherry Creek State Park.

The Ravens will honor them with helmet decals and will play Homecoming Friday against Rangeview.