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In today's newsletter:

  • Why are Denver voters warming to socialism as the mayor slips?
  • How Santa Fe Drive construction is reshaping visits to Denver's arts district
  • Why did a Waymo suddenly stop in a busy Denver travel lane?

Also on today's calendar: Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 95 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 68.
  • Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 88 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Denver mayor's popularity slides as socialism gains (thecherrycreeknews.com) — Denver residents are increasingly favoring socialist-leaning politics as Mayor Mike Johnston's approval drops to 39%, according to a new bipartisan poll. The survey shows socialism now rates more favorably than both the mayor and capitalism, while Denver DSA-backed candidates like Councilwoman Shontel Lewis gain momentum ahead of the 2027 mayoral race, signaling a notable shift in the city's political direction.
   

2. Santa Fe Drive businesses hoping people still come out amidst ongoing construction (kdvr.com) — If you're heading to Denver's Santa Fe Arts District, expect construction along Santa Fe Drive between 7th and 8th avenues as the city widens sidewalks and upgrades public spaces. Local galleries like Denver Art Society and Abstract Denver remain open but worry about customers navigating closures, hoping short-term disruption brings long-term gains for this key Denver arts corridor.
   

3. Denver drivers question Waymo behavior after chain-reaction crash (cbsnews.com) — Denver police are investigating a chain-reaction crash near Denver Health after an unoccupied Waymo autonomous vehicle stopped in a travel lane on West 8th Avenue and was hit in a secondary collision. Two drivers describe confusion over why the car stopped where there's no signal or crosswalk, while Waymo says it was yielding to a pedestrian; one driver was cited and injuries were minor.
   

4. Army Blackhawk Executes Unplanned Landing West Of Denver (aero-news.net) — A U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter from Fort Campbell made an unplanned landing in the Colorado foothills west of Denver during a training mission, but no injuries were reported. Officials call it an "aviation mishap" and say a safety investigation is underway, with the aircraft coming down north of Golden Gate Canyon State Park.
   

5. Gold Crown Foundation prepares Denver children for the "game of life" (cbsnews.com) — Families around Denver can tap into Gold Crown Foundation's leagues and clinics that build both sports skills and life skills for kids. From beginner basketball nights to the free Healthy Kids Expo in Lakewood, the nonprofit emphasizes confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits to prepare children for the "game of life."
   

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