Happy Friday, Bucket Listers! Spring giveth and spring taketh away. After last week’s glorious 80-degree sunshine, this weekend brings a chance of snow and Easter celebrations with a side of frostbite. But no matter the weather, we’ve got fresh local stories to keep you informed, inspired and maybe even get you a little fired up. From South Broadway to Northglenn, here’s what your neighbors are talking about.
South Broadway Reacts to Women’s Soccer Stadium Plan
As Denver moves forward with a plan to build a National Women’s Soccer League stadium on the long-vacant Gates Rubber Company site, local leaders are hopeful — but also wary. Our Cassis Tingley reports on the project’s promise and the lingering questions from neighbors about traffic, infrastructure and whether community voices will actually be heard. With City Council weighing a $70 million investment, nearby residents say engagement is key to earning their trust.
Northglenn’s Pet Ordinance Sparks Debate
The City of Northglenn is capping pet ownership at four animals per household, and some longtime residents—like Angelique Feemster, who lives with 12 dogs—are pushing back. Daniel Montoya reports that the city says this change is about reducing noise and waste, but many worry it’s a solution in search of a problem. Owners can file for exceptions before Aug. 1, but many still feel blindsided. The city says it’s a response to neighbor complaints, not a crackdown, but many see it as government overreach.
Tennyson Street at a Crossroads
Tennyson Street’s character is defined by walkability and independent shops, but rising rents and vacant storefronts are reshaping the corridor. Longtime favorites like Wendell’s are relying on community support to stay open, while newcomers like Bao Brewhouse and Funky Buddha aim to draw fresh crowds with bold menus and cultural flair. With a dozen open spaces and mounting pressure from chains, our PJ Guidry shares how the Tennyson Berkeley Business Association is doubling down on events and advocacy to preserve the strip’s local soul.
Sneaker Con Denver Gets a Local Makeover
The “Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth” returns to Denver on April 26 with more local flair than ever before. This year, the event at the Colorado Convention Center features local brands like Feed the Block and Be A Good Person alongside over 250 vendors and thousands of rare kicks. Sneaker Con, as local creators like Elijah “Rocky” Killian told our reporter Khaleigh Reed, is about storytelling and connection, not just sneakers. Whether you’re flipping grails or just admiring streetwear art, expect a full-day immersion into Colorado’s sneaker scene.
Stuff We Noticed
Permit Overhaul On the Way. Denver’s permitting system is getting a serious facelift. Mayor Mike Johnston signed an executive order this week to establish a new one-stop permitting office that promises faster reviews or a refund to developers. The goal is to process permits in 180 days, a significant improvement from the current 256-day average. The new office, which will open in May, aims to cut through red tape and is part of Johnston’s plan to make Denver “the best place to do business.” Builders are cautiously optimistic that this could lower housing costs.
Yadira Caraveo Wants Her Seat Back. Former U.S. Rep. Yadira Caraveo is running again in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District, setting up a potential rematch with Republican Gabe Evans. Caraveo lost her seat last fall but says she can’t stand by while Evans “tries to rip away health care” from working families. She’ll face a tough primary, with State Rep. Manny Rutinel already fundraising hard and locking down endorsements. The district, which has a large Hispanic population, is expected to be a key race in the battle for the United States House and one of the most closely watched in the country.
Denver Pride funding drops 62%. Corporate sponsorship for the 2025 Denver Pride Parade is down dramatically, according to the Center on Colfax. Organizers say national DEI budget rollbacks are partly to blame — and worry this could put essential LGBTQ+ programs at risk. The Center is bringing in new sponsors, but the decrease reflects the larger political climate, and leaders say community support will be more important than ever this year.
Tivoli Brewing Taps Out at Auraria. After nearly a decade back in its historic home, Tivoli Brewing has officially shut down its taproom on the Auraria campus. Brewing operations moved to La Junta last year, and the taproom quietly closed in December. It’s unclear if Tivoli plans to reopen elsewhere, but the campus says a new tenant may be announced soon.
5 Questions Features Digital Nomads
We kicked off our new 5 Questions series last week with longtime Denver journalist Tim Ryan and we’ll be back in your inboxes this Sunday with more. This week, we catch up with Denver couple Matt Rattiner and Shannon Gudal, who left their steady jobs to travel the world full-time for 410 days, visiting 34 countries on just $40,000. Subscribers to our newsletters, like you, get to see these first so tell your friends to sign up.
That’s all for this week, Bucket Listers. Whether you’re hiding eggs or just hiding from the snow, we hope your weekend is filled with warmth, wonder and maybe a chocolate bunny or two. If you like what we’re doing, please consider contributing to keep us going—we do this in partnership with you. See you next week for more community stories that you will not find anywhere else!
Warmest Regards,
Toni Tresca
Editor/Bucket List Community News
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