Good News Roundup For Denver's Metro Area And Boulder

Littleton CO

22 January, 2021

10:10 AM

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The coronavirus pandemic has brought out Coloradans' resilience and fighting spirit, and many have stepped up to help businesses, front-line workers and those who are struggling. Every week there is good news in Colorado, but it's often overshadowed by the latest politics and COVID-19 updates. So here are 10 of the latest good news stories — rounded up from across the Front Range. Video: Firefighter Rescues Dog Trapped In Littleton Pond A firefighter came to the rescue after a dog fell through ice in Sterne Park. 'My Soulmate': Woman Spends $10,000 On Surgery For Pet Chicken Saying the 2-year-old chicken is "family," Seleta Nothnagel wouldn't think twice about scheduling a surgery to fix the hen's heart defect. Wildfire Mental Health Program Launched In Boulder County A new program is offering therapy sessions for Boulder County residents who have been impacted by wildfires. Hopdoddy Burger Bar Opens 2nd Denver Location The Texas-based burger joint opened its second Denver location Tuesday in the city's Hale neighborhood. Denver Approved For 5-Star Certification Program Under the program, approved Denver businesses will soon be able to receive more leniency with capacity caps and other restrictions. 'We Won't Skip You': Boulder County Officials Issue Letter Two of Boulder County's top emergency management officials have penned a letter to residents about vaccine distribution. $4.5M Luxury Home Listing In Castle Rock: Photo Gallery Take a peek inside this Castle Rock home, which features a palatial interior. Potion Class For Muggles Pop Up Opens In Denver Harry Potter fans can experience the "ancient art of potion making" under public safety guidelines, organizers said. Meet West Metro Fire Rescue's 4-Legged Investigator 'ROTC' "ROTC has an easy-going, laid back personality but he loves to work," West Metro Fire Rescue Investigator Brian Eberle said. Arapahoe County Offers Relief Funding To Small Businesses "Small business is at the very heart of a thriving economy and has been hit especially hard during the pandemic."