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The Artistry Behind Floral Design at Swiss Flower and Gift Shop
It’s 5 p.m., and Heidi Haas-Sheard still has a dozen flower arrangements to make. She creates a memorial service floral arrangement, the silver, blue and white flowers are a nod
Wheat Ridge Residents Pay for the Drought
Typically, when you spend more, you expect to get more in return. That’s not the case when it comes to the water in Wheat Ridge. Beginning February 1, 2026, Wheat
What Farmers Want You to Know About Local Food
Before sunrise, while most of Jefferson County is still asleep, local farmers are already deep into their workday. Headlamps move through fields as tomatoes are harvested by hand, crates of
“It’s All About Family”: A Conversation with WRHS Coach Anthony Tate
Growth can be sneaky and surprising; from small starts can come sudden larger leaps that surprise even those who are paying attention. This spring season brought such a leap, with
Around Town
Civil Service Committee Position Vacancy
Make a Difference in Your Community! Are you passionate about public safety and looking for a meaningful way to serve your community? The West Metro
Summer Safety Tips for Colorado Dogs
Summer in Colorado is one of the best times of year to get outside with your dog. From morning walks in Wheat Ridge to weekend
City Survey Goes Out to Residents
With a list of improvements identified by the city and council adding up to 150 million dollars over the next 10 years, we thought we
As The American Motel Comes Down, Police Calls For Service Drop Dramatically at Hotels
There was a time in Wheat Ridge where one in ten police calls for service were dedicated to just a handful of businesses in the
Mixed Bag
There is always something happening in our neighborhood. Businesses opening, others changing direction, owners taking risks, and residents debating what they want their community to
Randall Park: A Neighborhood Park with Deep Roots
Randall Park is one of Wheat Ridge’s oldest and most historic parks. Constructed between 1952 and 1954, it is the second-oldest park in the City’s
News and Stories from Around the Corner
Independent monthly newspaper serving the Wheat Ridge, Edgewater, Mountain View and Applewood areas. News and stories that celebrate our communities. Highlighting families, promoting businesses and raving about our neighborhood heroes.
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