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Carman: In the midst of war, keeping the peace on Thanksgiving won’t be easy

by Diane Carman 3:01 AM MST on Nov 19, 20239:39 AM MST on Nov 18, 2023

Good luck trying to avoid conflict at the Thanksgiving dinner table this year. But here are a few tips for Boomers.

Posted inCartoons

Drew Litton: Is this any way to celebrate the Fourth?

by Drew Litton 2:15 AM MDT on Jun 30, 20238:54 PM MDT on Jun 29, 2023

Cartoonist Drew Litton notes that maybe it’s time to give pups — and all the other folks adversely affected by fireworks — a break from cruelty on the nation’s birthday.

Posted inCartoons

“What’d I Miss?”: Embracing tradition — for good

by R. Alan Brooks and Cori Redford 2:05 AM MDT on Jun 30, 20239:14 PM MDT on Jun 29, 2023

In “What’d I Miss?” Ossie chats with Myra about how tradition can be used to exclude — but also to make people feel connected by the past.

Posted inCartoons

“What’d I Miss?”: The power of celebration — and cake

by R. Alan Brooks and Cori Redford 2:05 AM MDT on Jun 23, 20232:04 PM MDT on Jun 22, 2023

In “What’d I Miss?” Ossie’s dad observes one reason Black American history has been carried forward is that folks like his relatives continued to celebrate it.

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PHOTOS: 75 couples marry, renew vows on the slopes this Valentine’s Day

by Hugh Carey 5:51 PM MST on Feb 14, 20236:09 PM MST on Feb 14, 2023

Despite blowing snow, the 32nd Annual Marry Me and Ski for Free Valentine’s Day event at Loveland Ski Area was a lovefest

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Nicolais: Holiday traditions are the best gifts

by Mario Nicolais 3:03 AM MST on Dec 25, 20223:43 PM MST on Dec 23, 2022

The holiday memories we create last longer than any other gift we receive on Christmas

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“What’d I Miss?”: Myra wishes everyone a Merry “Woke” Christmas

by R. Alan Brooks and Cori Redford 2:05 AM MST on Dec 23, 20224:26 PM MST on Dec 22, 2022

In a spirit of holiday cheer, Myra teases her friend by drawing on the Nativity in her description of a “woke” holiday. in “What’d I Miss?”

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Drew Litton: The message of the season isn’t really that difficult

by Drew Litton 2:10 AM MST on Dec 16, 202211:50 AM MST on Dec 16, 2022

Cartoonist Drew Litton reminds us that iIn a time of division and violence, it’s important to remember that everyone deserves our wishes of peace and goodwill.

Posted inCartoons

Jim Morrissey: This holiday season the Grinch will have competition

by Jim Morrissey 2:05 AM MDT on Sep 30, 20224:57 PM MDT on Sep 29, 2022

Xcel’s upcoming 54% price increase over last December reflects a string of rate increases and higher natural gas prices.

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Yes, there is a Santa Claus. And no, COVID-19 won’t stop him

Associated Press logo by The Associated Press 8:09 AM MST on Dec 24, 2021

By James Anderson, The Associated Press PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — Rest assured, kids of all ages: Santa’s coming this Christmas Eve, and a second holiday with COVID-19 won’t stop him. That’s the word from the joint U.S.-Canadian military operation that for 66 years has been tracking Jolly Old St. Nicholas on his global […]

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