🌱 New Store Helps Neighborhood Food Desert + Turkey Trot Returns

Denver CO

29 October, 2021

6:22 PM

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Happy Saturday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally. There's news about a new grocery store near Meow Wolf, the return of a popular Thanksgiving tradition and yet another crime on a flight. Oh, and a ton of Halloween events! First, today's weather: You can look forward to more sun today (a few clouds are expected to creep in) but it's going to get chiller, with a high of 67 and a low of 34. Here are the top stories today in Denver: More flight woes: A man is accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting his seatmate on a flight from Sacramento to Denver. The man faces thousands of dollars in fines and more than two years in prison. (FOX 31 Denver)A new grocery store, Decatur Fresh, is set to open Tuesday in Denver. The store is opening in the city's Sun Valley neighborhood — the new home of Meow Wolf Denver. The new business aims to boost food access in the area, which is known for being a 'food desert.' (5280 | The Denver Magazine) Gobble gobble! A decades-old Denver tradition — the Mile High United Way Turkey Trot — is back. Thousands of Coloradans are set to participate in the walk/run Nov. 25 to give back to the community. (The Denver Channel)VIDEO: Colorado Parks and Wildlife cameras captured a mountain lion in all its majestic glory, leaping over a puddle. Their strength and agility are remarkable — enough to make many a Coloradan wet their pants when spotted on a hike. (CBS via Patch) Jack-o'-lanterns and uncarved pumpkins don't have to head to the garbage bin after Halloween. Instead, there are many ways you can recycle them that will help birds, other wildlife and the planet — here's how! (Denver Patch) Today in metro Denver: Trunk or Treat - Gateway Classic Cars of Denver (9 a.m.) The 4th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl (4 p.m.) Fright Night HalloWeekend Pub Crawl (4 p.m.) Denver Halloween 2021 - Paranormal Palace 12th Annual (7 p.m.) MaximBet Halloween Maxquerade Party (8 p.m.) River Cowboy Vodka presents DJ ADM8ID and DJ Eva (8 p.m.) 2021 Denver Halloween Bar Crawl (8 p.m.)Denver Patch Notebook Denver Police Department: "We're throwing it back to the 1920's. That's when this wee child decided to dress up as a very dapper Denver Police officer." (Facebook) City and County of Denver Government: "Denver is offering assistance to hospitality employees facing hardship due to the pandemic. Denver restaurant or hotel workers who are unemployed or underemployed can qualify for cash grants up to $500." (Facebook) Downtown Denver Partnership: "Have you downloaded our 2021 Ballot Guide yet? Each election cycle the Downtown Denver Partnership takes positions on ballot measures based on alignment with the Partnership's mission to build an economically healthy, growing and vibrant downtown." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Best Halloween-Decorated Homes Around Highlands Ranch (Oct. 30) Save 15 Percent On Boo-tiful Flowers This Halloween! (Oct. 31)Social Security Seminar (AM Nov. 2 & PM Nov. 2)Becoming A Millionaire Through Apartment Investing (Nov. 2)Psychic Medium John Edward live in Denver (Nov. 7)Taxes in Retirement Webinar (Nov. 8)Dakota Ridge Soccer Indoor Clinic/Tournament (Nov. 14)Add your event You're all caught up for today! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update. If you're into these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Amber Fisher About me: I'm a Patch editor covering news in Denver's metro area and Boulder. I've spent the past nine years working for various news outlets across North America, including Chicago Patch, Global News and WBEZ. I've covered high-profile court cases, civil rights abuses, mass shootings, natural disasters and major crimes — but also countless happy news stories about kindness, innovation and resilience. When I'm not writing articles, I can be found hiking, snowboarding, debating politics with my husband and attempting to be a sci-fi and astronomy geek. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Denver Daily? I'm all ears. You can reach me at [email protected].