Do I Still Need to Wear a Mask at Restaurants?
It depends where you’re eating. But the only way to know the restaurant’s policy on facial coverings is to ask about—and then to follow—their protocol.
COVID-19
Your Questions About Life After Vaccination, Answered
Yes, you can hug your friends and go on that trip to the beach, but extreme caution is still required.
Why It Won’t Be Easy for Us All to Feel Connected Again as the Pandemic Winds Down
The past 12 months highlighted how important relational connection is for our mental health. Here’s how you can prioritize it in the wake of COVID-19.
Are Colorado’s COVID-19 Restrictions Easing Too Soon?
Local experts weigh in on the state’s decision to loosen restrictions as new, more contagious strains of the SARS-COV-2 virus emerge.
Vaccine-Hesitant Coloradans Could Prolong the COVID-19 Misery
Long a stronghold for the medical freedom set, Colorado’s poor immunization rates might make public health officials’ COVID-19 inoculation goals tougher to reach.
Local Mother-Daughter Team Launches Memorial Website for COVID-19 Victims
The free platform, Covituary, hopes to bring solace to families who have lost loved ones to the disease.
Mid-Season Check-in: Here’s How Colorado’s Ski Resorts Have Been Managing COVID-19
For the most part, skiing has been a safe haven for recreationists seeking a sense of normalcy. Here’s why.
Governor Jared Polis Reflects on His Leadership During a Once-in-a-Century Pandemic
One year after COVID-19 arrived in Colorado, Polis spoke with 5280 about how the pandemic defined the second year of his governorship.
Vaccine Guilt is Real. Here’s How to Deal, According to Local Ethicists
Elements of Colorado’s vaccine distribution are inherently unfair. But giving up your spot in line won’t solve inequities, ethicists say. Here’s why—and what you can do instead.
Colorado’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Is Going Pretty Well, All Things Considered
Our state is among the best at getting vaccines into arms quickly. Experts explain what the Centennial State has done right—and the challenges we still need to overcome.
What You Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccines in Colorado
The much-anticipated COVID-19 vaccines are now being administered throughout Colorado, but questions about their potential side effects and the state’s distribution plan remain. We have answers.
Yes, It’s Possible to Find Love During the Pandemic. 3 Colorado Couples Explain How
Dating can be difficult in the best of times. During a pandemic, it can feel damn near impossible. Yet some Coloradans overcame the odds and found love this past year.
Is Indoor Dining at 25 Percent Capacity Enough to Save Local Restaurants?
The updated restrictions are a welcome reprieve for business owners, but many also say it’s not enough for long-term success.
How a 41-Year-Old Greek Diner Is Weathering the Pandemic
Zorba’s in Congress Park, armed with a remodeled interior and patio and new takeout window, prepares for the future.
The COVID-19 Vaccine Is Rolling Out Across Colorado. But When Will the Local Epidemic Actually Be Over?
All willing residents will likely get vaccinated by summer 2021, according to the state’s phased distribution plan. But that doesn’t guarantee the end of COVID-19 in Colorado. Experts explain what it will take to effectively beat the virus—and what life may look like in the meantime.
Ways the Hospitality Community Is Spreading Joy This Holiday Season
Find out how local heroes, restaurants, and nonprofits are stepping up—and how you can pitch in.
COVID-19 Isn’t the Only Reason El Chapultepec Is Closed Permanently
Local bar owners mourn the closure of the beloved 87-year-old jazz club, whose owners cite the changing neighborhood and bar scene as challenges for the business.
A Running List of Restaurants and Bars Closed in the Denver Metro Area
Award-winning Acorn, beloved Zaidy’s, and even Casa Bonita have shuttered since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. Here’s a living list of closures—both permanent and temporary.
5 Biggest Takeaways From Colorado’s Special Legislative Session
The Democrat-led General Assembly met this week in a rare special session to provide much-needed aid to struggling Coloradans.
How 4 Local Food Trucks Are Weathering the Pandemic
With most offices closed and events canceled, small-business food truck owners are parking in residential areas and suburban neighborhoods instead.