Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of October.
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🏘️ Community
Stephen Hubbard, a retired teacher once held in Russia for over four years, was released last Wednesday after harsh treatment—his Colorado sister said he laughed in disbelief during their call.
She is now heading through Denver’s airport to welcome him home and plan a long-awaited family reunion.
🎭 Culture
The 49th annual Denver Film Festival kicked off yesterday and will run until Oct.
31, showing nearly 130 films at venues like the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and MCA Denver at the Holiday Theater; festival organizers will present awards to Carrie Coon + John Cho.
🎓 Education
Cherry Creek School District launched a nationwide search for a new superintendent (following previous controversies) with over 1,600 local stakeholders engaged via surveys; applications were due by Oct.
15 and the board will name a finalist in January.
🏛️ Government
A preliminary report from the State Archaeologist finds Jackass Hill Park not historically significant, clearing the way for South Suburban Parks and Recreation to build a vista terrace in park renovations.
Local advocates urge a formal excavation (209 artifacts discovered) as construction moves forward.
🏥 Health
A University of Colorado Boulder study found that rising sports betting ads were linked to increased searches for gambling help, with the trend seen around major events like the Nuggets game last night.
Local regulators now work to limit aggressive advertising & protect vulnerable consumers.
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