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ICYMI: 6 Colorado Stories That Defined November

Life is busy, but the news cycle doesn’t stop. Here’s a quick primer to some of the top Centennial State stories from this month.

ICYMI: Eight Colorado Stories That Defined October

Life is busy, but the news cycle doesn’t stop. Here’s a quick primer to some of the top Centennial State stories from October.

Omar Montgomery

Aurora’s Mayoral Candidates 2019: Omar Montgomery

Montgomery wants to make sure that Aurora’s growth benefits all of its citizens.

Aurora Municipal Center

A Guide to Aurora’s 2019 Mayoral Election

Meet the candidates vying to be Aurora’s next mayor.

Mike Coffman

Aurora’s Mayoral Candidates 2019: Mike Coffman

Coffman has represented Aurora in state and national politics for years—and wants to do so again as the city’s mayor.

Renie Peterson

Aurora’s Mayoral Candidates 2019: Renie Peterson

A former City Council member, Peterson hopes to bring balance to Aurora’s top job.

Marsha Berzins

Aurora’s Mayoral Candidates 2019: Marsha Berzins

This current Aurora City Council member wants to use her experience in municipal government to focus on public safety and schools.

Ryan Frazier

Aurora’s Mayoral Candidates 2019: Ryan Frazier

This former City Council member wants to unite Aurora as it grows.

Charles Burrell

Happy Birthday, Charlie Burrell!

Denver’s famous double bassist turns 99—and the Colorado Symphony is performing Tchaikovsky’s 4th Symphony on Friday, October 4 to celebrate.

Denise Burgess Suspends Senate Campaign

This construction CEO spoke with 5280 when she entered the race, but dropped out less than a week later.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: The Complete List

All 26 of Colorado’s gorgeous scenic and historic byways—some unpaved—and how long it takes to travel each one.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: The Playlist

A playlist for your next road trip.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: Collegiate Peaks

With impressive fourteeners in the distance, this 57-mile road trip delivers you to plenty of places to play on the trail or on the Arkansas River.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: Frontier Pathways

Go on a geological tour with this 103-mile trek starting in Pueblo.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: Dinosaur Diamond

An epic loop that extends into Utah, the Colorado section of this road (134 miles) features sites with dinosaur bones and ancient art.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: Peak to Peak

This epic 55-mile road—that dates back more than a century—delivers you to Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: West Elk Loop

Take this 205-mile loop to unwind as you drive past aspen-covered landscapes.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: South Platte River Trail

On the Eastern Plains, this short drive—just 19 miles—pays homage to the state’s transportation history.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: Silver Thread

Water and rock define this 117-mile stretch of road that features both mountains and rivers—and plenty of public land.

Colorado’s Scenic and Historic Byways: San Juan Skyway

Take this 236-mile loop past hot springs, over mountains, and to travel the Million Dollar Highway.

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