Good morning, Bucket Listers! It’s officially spring, and for a brief moment, it even felt like it. But if the meteorologists are to be believed, there’s a good chance of cold temperatures and rainy weather on the horizon. While you’re cozied up indoors, it’s the perfect time to give us your thoughts — our annual reader survey wraps up on March 31, and we want to hear from you. Please share your feedback and, as a bonus, you will be entered to win a $50 Visa card. This week’s coverage includes updates on major retail closures, the Bernie and AOC rally and “Bee” Harris discussing her publishing legacy for Women’s History Month.
Saying Goodbye to JOANN Fabric
Amid a wave of national retail closures—including Kohl’s shutting its Arapahoe Crossing location this Saturday and Walgreens closing multiple stores in the Denver metro and Aurora—JOANN Fabric has announced it will shutter all 800 of its stores nationwide, including 14 in Colorado. Our Myra Kirk visited the Westminster location and spoke with sewers mourning the loss of a creative hub. For many, it’s not just about materials—it’s about preserving a skillset that’s becoming harder to access. While big-box closures leave gaps, local spots like ReCreative Denver and Strawberry Mountain are stepping in to keep crafting culture alive.
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