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Denver’s newest music festival will return for Blucifer’s Second Rodeo
This isn’t Blucifer’s first rodeo.  A year after indie organizers brought a music festival to South Broadway, they’re bringing the demon-horse-themed event back for Blucifer’s Second Rodeo.  On July 22-25, expect dozens of local bands and musicians to play at Broadway businesses, DIY venues and homes in Baker. “For year… More about Denver’s newest music festival will return for Blucifer’s Second Rodeo
The work of four CU Anschutz doctors is kind of a big deal
Filmmakers have the Oscars. Authors have the Pulitzer. For physicians and researchers, it’s the National Academy of Medicine. Now, four faculty members from the University of Colorado Anschutz have been elected to that private, nonprofit institution, the organization announced Monday. On the list are physician-researcher Lilia Cervantes, bioethics expert Matthew… More about The work of four CU Anschutz doctors is kind of a big deal
Boulder County Water Providers Encourage Continued Conservation This Fall and Winter
Boulder County Water Providers Encourage Continued Conservation This Fall and Winter Fall & Winter Conservation haanj@boulderc… Tue, 10/20/2026 - 13:36 Oct 20, 2026 Reduce lawn watering, protect trees and use water wisely as dry conditions continue Following a year of record hot and dry conditions, Boulder County water providers are… More about Boulder County Water Providers Encourage Continued Conservation This Fall and Winter
“Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story” Is a Portrait of Your Favorite Comedian’s Favorite Comedian
Maria Bamford attends the “Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story” premiere during the 2026 Sundance Film Festival at The Ray Theatre on January 22, 2026, in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for Sundance Film Festival) By Lucy SpicerMore than a decade before Bo Burnham sang songs… More about “Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story” Is a Portrait of Your Favorite Comedian’s Favorite Comedian
Foie gras, natural gas and taxes: The election issues facing Denver diners
This year's ballot has major consequences for Denver-area restaurants. More about Foie gras, natural gas and taxes: The election issues facing Denver diners
CSU Shooter given 15k cash or PR Bond
So, the shooter the other day was given a 15k cash or personal recognizance bond (PR). So my understanding is that he didn't have to post money and if he misses up his bond conditions, he will then have to pay a percentage of the 15k. Can someone educate me… More about CSU Shooter given 15k cash or PR Bond
‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’ release parties and events around Denver
Celebrate the release of the latest sexy faerie book with these parties. More about ‘A Court of Splintered Harmony’ release parties and events around Denver
Colorado Symphony Guild Makes Record Contribution to the Orchestra 
For Colorado Symphony patrons, no visit to Boettcher Concert Hall is complete without a trip to the Colorado Symphony Guild Shop. Located in Gallery 1 on the first floor of Boettcher Concert Hall, the Guild Shop is a gift-givers delight full of unique souvenirs, seasonal fashions, and recordings produced by… More about Colorado Symphony Guild Makes Record Contribution to the Orchestra 
Boulder Market Meals: Celebrate fall with pumpkin coffee cake
Market Meals is a collaboration between Boulder Reporting Lab and the Boulder County Farmers Markets, featuring weekly seasonal recipes built around ingredients from local growers, ranchers and food producers. Find it in Nibbles every Tuesday and on Boulder Reporting Lab. Sign up to get Nibbles in your inbox. We’re reminded… More about Boulder Market Meals: Celebrate fall with pumpkin coffee cake
Why is Colorado’s public school enrollment shrinking?
Plans to close schools in Boulder Valley School District and Poudre School District are the latest in a statewide trend. More about Why is Colorado’s public school enrollment shrinking?
Is Boulder unsafe?
There was a recent NY Post article that named Boulder the second least safe college town in America behind Shreveport, LA. The space won’t let me post the link to the article. It claims high numbers of rape and sexual assault, like really high numbers. The claim is like 90+… More about Is Boulder unsafe?
City of Boulder Opens 2027 Experiments in Public Art Call for Artists
City of Boulder Opens 2027 Experiments in Public Art Call for Artists Emma Hardy Boulder Beetles.jpg smithe@boulder… Tue, 10/20/2026 - 12:53 Oct 20, 2026 Projects will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Pearl Street Mall The City of Boulder invites Colorado artists and artist teams to apply for the 2027… More about City of Boulder Opens 2027 Experiments in Public Art Call for Artists
Denver tribute bands support Tim Elliott’s cancer battle
He's usually the one folks lean on, but this time the local music community is coming together for him. More about Denver tribute bands support Tim Elliott’s cancer battle
Audit finds flaws with Colorado’s marijuana testing framework
(Photo by Faith Miller/Colorado Newsline)Colorado’s regulatory framework to test marijuana for contamination and warn consumers about risks has significant gaps, a state audit found. The recently-released audit focused on problems with product testing and inconsistent monitoring from the Marijuana Enforcement Division. Auditors did not find evidence of widespread health and… More about Audit finds flaws with Colorado’s marijuana testing framework
Domestic Violence Cases Rise and Support for Safe Shelter
Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. For Immediate Release September 16, 2026 Shannon Carbone 303-441-3804 scarbone@bouldercounty.gov Press Release – Domestic Violence Cases Rise and Support for Safe Shelter Boulder County, Colo. – Domestic… More about Domestic Violence Cases Rise and Support for Safe Shelter
Colorado has a pediatric care shortage. Can lawmakers afford to fix it?
Finding a doctor for your child isn’t always easy in Colorado. A new report from the Colorado Children’s Campaign finds seven in 10 kids live in communities without enough pediatric primary care providers to meet estimated demand. And as lawmakers prepare for another difficult budget year, closing those gaps could… More about Colorado has a pediatric care shortage. Can lawmakers afford to fix it?
5 members of Colorado’s congressional delegation report suspicious letters
U.S. Rep. Jason Crow speaks alongside, from left, U.S. Reps. Brittany Pettersen, Joe Neguse and Diana DeGette in Aurora last year. (Photo by Sara Wilson/Colorado Newsline)All four of Colorado’s Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives and one U.S. senator received letters with a suspicious substance Monday, the lawmakers… More about 5 members of Colorado’s congressional delegation report suspicious letters
A Graduated Income Tax Isn’t Radical. It’s Normal.
By Kayla Frawley I support Amendment 87 because Colorado is facing a basic question: how do we sustainably fund the systems families rely on while Colorado becomes one of the most expensive states in the country to raise young children – driven in particular by extraordinarily high child-care and housing… More about A Graduated Income Tax Isn’t Radical. It’s Normal.
The anatomy of a Denver first date: 14ers, flannel and the art of the 6-minute lag
The type of men you meet in Denver, and what to expect from the first date. More about The anatomy of a Denver first date: 14ers, flannel and the art of the 6-minute lag
Missouri PBS archives trapped in Denver data center
A local Missouri television station continues legal negotiations with a Denver data center after losing access to its historical archive of around 50TBs from across its 72-year-history. The station, Nine PBS, filed a lawsuit in the Denver District Court against Iron Mountain Data Centers on July 28th to retrieve these… More about Missouri PBS archives trapped in Denver data center
October 20, 2026: ‘Pay to Play’ tackles the youth sports industry; Are some areas prone to repeat wildfires?
It's estimated nearly 7 in 10 children in Colorado participate in youth sports. And in writing about the $40 billion a year industry and its pressures on kids and families, journalist Kyle Newman had to deal with some uncomfortable feelings about coaching his ten-year-old son. He spoke with CPR's Anthony… More about October 20, 2026: ‘Pay to Play’ tackles the youth sports industry; Are some areas prone to repeat wildfires?
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SUNDANCE INSTITUTE NAMES TRACY BRADY AS CHIEF MARKETING, BRAND AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
 Veteran Entertainment and Brand Executive to Lead Global Communications Strategy as the Sundance Film Festival Begins Historic New Chapter in Boulder PARK CITY, Utah – October 20, 2026 – The Sundance Institute today announced the appointment of Tracy Brady as its new Chief Marketing, Brand and Communications Officer. Brady will… More about SUNDANCE INSTITUTE NAMES TRACY BRADY AS CHIEF MARKETING, BRAND AND COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Nederland hopes to assuage investors with new Eldora deal structure
Nederland officials are set on Tuesday to review a different structure for the town’s acquisition... More about Nederland hopes to assuage investors with new Eldora deal structure
Halloween Events
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Athena Project Brings Women+ On The Edge of Democracy to Colorado State Capitol Steps
Press releases are provided to Yellow Scene Magazine. In an effort to keep our community informed, we publish some press releases in whole. For Immediate Release  Contact: Liz Miller lmiller@athenaprojectarts.org www.athenaprojectarts.org Athena Project brings Women+ on the Edge of Democracy to Colorado State Capitol steps Art + Activism = the… More about Athena Project Brings Women+ On The Edge of Democracy to Colorado State Capitol Steps
Photos: Sammy Virji performs at Red Rocks
On Friday, Sammy Virji brought his 2026 North America Tour to Colorado for his first headline show at Red Rocks. By Rori Holland More about Photos: Sammy Virji performs at Red Rocks
‘Ridiculously warm’: Colorado Climate Center releases 2026 water year report and the numbers are bleak
Temperatures were up and water was down this past year. Here’s a look at the highs and lows. More about ‘Ridiculously warm’: Colorado Climate Center releases 2026 water year report and the numbers are bleak
Acres of Hope Seeks Funding for New Home
Heather and Tony Gamberg are seeking a new home for their nonprofit, which focuses on healing and community for horses and people alike. Founded in 2015 and based in Longmont, Colorado, Acres of Hope has served as a sanctuary for those in need. The couple has run the organization from… More about Acres of Hope Seeks Funding for New Home
Lost Dog
Found this dog near the North Boulder Library. Very sweet boy, he doesn’t have any tags but does have a collar. Couldn’t find an owner anywhere nearby. submitted by /u/RollFit9440 [link] [comments] More about Lost Dog
Flagging public trust, a budget crisis and unexpectedly short term? RTD candidates say they’re ready to dive in.
The Regional Transportation District is on the cusp of a significant shake-up, and the upcoming change to the Board of Directors — metro Denver voters will elect five new faces to govern the agency in November — is only one part of it. RTD’s next board will face a laundry… More about Flagging public trust, a budget crisis and unexpectedly short term? RTD candidates say they’re ready to dive in.
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FAA Bans Touch-and-Goes at Centennial Airport
Nearby Centennial Airport, one of the busiest general-aviation airports in the country, warns that new restrictions could shift flight training to nearby airports, increasing traffic and noise in Boulder. More about FAA Bans Touch-and-Goes at Centennial Airport
Largest wildlife overpass in North America located in Colorado with 91% reduction in collisions: "Big success"
A wildlife mitigation system made up of North America’s largest wildlife overpass, five wildlife underpasses, and fencing to guide animals to the crossings has led to a 91% decrease in wildlife collisions. More about Largest wildlife overpass in North America located in Colorado with 91% reduction in collisions: "Big success"
Urge CU Boulder to Stop Exploiting Bison as Live Mascots
Tell CU Boulder’s Chancellor to end the live mascot program and leave all bison in peace. More about Urge CU Boulder to Stop Exploiting Bison as Live Mascots
Meet the Academics Trying to Stop You From Having Sex in Robotaxis
“You know ‘Bang Bus’? We don’t want that.” More about Meet the Academics Trying to Stop You From Having Sex in Robotaxis
August ties for hottest month on record as global heat climbs
Climate change and the rising influence of El Niño saw August reach the record for warmest month. More about August ties for hottest month on record as global heat climbs
OpenAI’s top scientist warns that artificial intelligence is evolving so rapidly that it is becoming increasingly difficult for humans to understand and control it.
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OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra, initially for customers in its Daybreak program; Greg Brockman says it is a “generational leap” and “we are now in the AGI era”
Hayden Field / The Verge: OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra, initially for customers in its Daybreak program; Greg Brockman says it is a “generational leap” and “we are now in the AGI era” More about OpenAI launches GPT-6 Astra, initially for customers in its Daybreak program; Greg Brockman says it is a “generational leap” and “we are now in the AGI era”
MapQuest app reaches No 1 on US Apple list after defying Trump’s Lake Ontario order
Navigating app surpasses Google and Apple Maps on top-downloaded US chart after posting ‘we’re not changing it’ More about MapQuest app reaches No 1 on US Apple list after defying Trump’s Lake Ontario order
Kyle Clark’s Trolling Blurs the Line Between Journalism and Entertainment
This article illuminates Kyle Clark's use of social media and supports the argument that Kyle Clark is not practicing journalism but some other form of media. More about Kyle Clark’s Trolling Blurs the Line Between Journalism and Entertainment
What can be done with Flock: Police officer arrested after tracking ex-girlfriend on Flock camera system over 2,000 times, authorities say | CNN
A Kentucky police officer was arrested after authorities said he used the Flock Safety license plate reader camera system to track his ex-girlfriend over 2,000 times, marking the latest in a string of recent law enforcement officer resignations or arrests for …. More about What can be done with Flock: Police officer arrested after tracking ex-girlfriend on Flock camera system over 2,000 times, authorities say | CNN
Journalism
Public broadcasting found a lifeline after defunding. How long will it last?
This article was originally published by Northwestern University’s Medill Local News Initiative and is republished here with permission. Last summer, Asia Burnett was staring into a financial abyss. President Donald Trump was […] More about Public broadcasting found a lifeline after defunding. How long will it last?
It’s hard not to read into Christiane Amanpour’s CNN exit
Legendary anchor and foreign correspondent Christiane Amanpour announced Monday that she would leave CNN next year after more than four decades at the cable network. “After thinking carefully for several […] More about It’s hard not to read into Christiane Amanpour’s CNN exit
Your journalism resume is probably too vague. Here’s how to fix it.
Your resume is probably too vague. I know this because most of the resumes I receive are too vague. They omit detailed accomplishments that differentiate one candidate from another and […] More about Your journalism resume is probably too vague. Here’s how to fix it.
An Election Uncovered
Tapajós de Fato, a small outlet in Brazil, has stopped covering elections “as a matter of survival.”  More about An Election Uncovered
Una elección sin cubrir
Tapajós de Fato, un pequeño medio de comunicación de Brasil, ha dejado de cubrir las elecciones ‘por una cuestión de supervivencia’. More about Una elección sin cubrir
‘Unhinged’ Immigration Judge Abused Power in Woodland Park, Sources Say
Last month, U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed 47 new immigration judges to oversee enforcement and removal cases. One of the new appointees formerly held elected office in Colorado, though his official Department of Justice biography makes no mention of that fact. His name is David W. Illingworth, and his… More about ‘Unhinged’ Immigration Judge Abused Power in Woodland Park, Sources Say
The White House has a workaround when networks refuse to replace CNN
Over the weekend, CNN was once again blocked from traveling with President Donald Trump on Air Force One as part of the White House pool. And once again, conservative network […] More about The White House has a workaround when networks refuse to replace CNN
When public officials use offensive language, should journalists repeat it?
The word “alien” or “aliens” appeared dozens of times in the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision striking down President Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict birthright citizenship. Many of the references […] More about When public officials use offensive language, should journalists repeat it?
What Is a White House Press Secretary For?
Katie Zacharia was out after five days. Where that leaves the role—and the White House Correspondents’ Association—is uncertain. More about What Is a White House Press Secretary For?
Freedom of Information in the news – week ending 16/10/2026 – #FOIFriday
The point of Freedom of Information is you can ask public bodies for the information you’re interested in that they might hold and don’t currently publish. Jump to this week’s Freedom of Information stories… Publishing previous FOI request responses helps people see what others have asked. Useful for cutting down… More about Freedom of Information in the news – week ending 16/10/2026 – #FOIFriday

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