Good News Roundup For Denver's Metro Area And Boulder County

Littleton CO

12 February, 2021

2:50 PM

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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. Colorado Hotels Ranked Among 2021's Best: U.S. News In the 11th edition of its Best Hotels rankings, U.S. News evaluated more than 30,000 hotels around the world. Coronavirus Precautions Linked To Low Flu Cases In Colorado Mask-wearing, social distancing and continual cleaning of surfaces is having a positive effect on the 2020-21 flu season. Lakewood Announces $750K Grant For Bear Creek Trail Improvements The heavily used trail is getting revamped, the city announced. How To Support Arvada Businesses Over Valentine's Day Weekend An updated guide is inspiring Arvadans to drink and dine locally. Cherry Creek North Celebrates Valentine's Day Throughout February More than 250 businesses are attracting customers with deals, romantic domes, tents, fire pits and thousands of twinkling lights. Lakewood Seeks Video Auditions For Rising Stars Talent Show Kids and adults are invited to showcase their unique talents, officials said. CU Boulder Professor Creates 'Stop Hate' Billboard Art George Rivera, a professor and local artist, created billboard art to combat hate during Black History Month. At-Home Coronavirus Testing Kits Sent To Arvada Teachers Gov. Jared Polis hand-delivered COVID-19 rapid test kits directly to the homes of teachers in Arvada, Parker, Fountain and Pueblo. X Social Club, 455-Unit Apartment Building Opening In Denver PHOTOS: Take a look inside a new social club and apartment complex that are set to open in the spring. Colorado Home To Several Best Online Degrees: U.S. News U.S. News & World Report released its 10th annual ranking of the best online college degrees. See which Colorado colleges made the cut.