Saturday, May 18, 2013
News
This is happening
One writer takes a crack at dispelling the Top 10 arguments of climate change skeptics.
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Long story short
When it comes to climate change, let's elevate the discussion a little bit.
Sharp learning curve ahead for strong mayor
For the first time in about a century, our top elected official probably won't come directly from City Council.
Civilian leader: 'This is our war to lose'
Bill Harris returns from Kandahar with guarded optimism — and deep appreciation for Fort Carson soldiers.
Fish Market: From eyesore to 'I do'
After eight years, a plan hatches for the former restaurant with a view on the hill west of downtown.
Who greased the grapevine?
An adventure-course concept for Fox Run Regional Park falls flat amid public outcry.
Trails and Open Space Coalition: Branching out
With green spaces plentiful and money scarce, outdoor organizations rely on volunteers to bridge the gap.
Noted: Sheriff backs down on postcard policy
Also: Downtown woos commissioners, liquor board gets Jiggy, Penrose chimes in on Memorial.
Columns
Eleven leaders to watch in '11
Some of those who'll guide the Springs, we know well; others we haven't met yet.
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Letters
Readers call for more darkness, find a tax loophole, and again resist a convention center.
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CannaBiz
Your ideas for the Department of Revenue, and an online MMJ oasis.
Embree deserves shot at CU
Nothing's meant more than the head man being able to reunite the former players, coaches and fans.
Friendship leads to recusal
I am unabashedly prejudiced when it comes to whether Richard Skorman should serve as our first strong mayor.
If we're looking for a mayor...
Fueled by red wine, I found myself energized about a Richard Celeste campaign last weekend.
IQ: Let me tell you
After long debate, the Senate voted Saturday to repeal the 1993 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' policy.
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Stranger than fiction
All the weird news that's fit to print.
Obama to top execs: I feel your pain
The president ought to send each of them a box of Kleenex and tell 'em to go to hell.
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Advice Goddess
People romanticize chance meetings over highly calculated search algorithms.
Food & Drink
¡Yo quiero!
TAPAteria happily marries old and new in Old Colorado City.
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Side dish
Cupcakes that come to you, new hope for Mr. B., and more.
Music
Unstoppable
After 10 years, Jersey jam-grass band Railroad Earth keeps on chugging
Sympathy for the hobo
Adam Leech hits the road with a nickel and a song
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Reverb
I asked local 'manger'-dwellers what 'gift' they would like to stuff in 'the scene's' stocking this year.
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Sound Advice
Michael Jackson, Hellogoodbye, Kanye West
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Big Gigs
Upcoming concerts here and around the region.
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Playing Around Listings
Who's playing where, and when, at area venues for the next week.
Film
The magnificent two: True Grit
The Coen brothers have subtly crafted what may be their most deeply felt movie yet.
What the fock? Little Fockers
I continue to contemplate, however unwillingly, a movie that is both baffling and pointless.
Talking points: The King's Speech
Colin Firth is rightly garnering Oscar buzz as the future King George VI.
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Opening this week
The three movies we've reviewed, plus Gulliver's Travels with Jack Black.
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Movie picks
Our reviewers' recommendations for films playing around the area.
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Cinefiles
Exit Through the Gift Shop, LennoNYC, Barry Munday
Calendar
Special Section
Air Force stops Georgia Tech in Independence Bowl
Late interception saves 14-7 victory for Falcons, their second consecutive bowl win to wrap up a 9-4 season.
'Santa cursed? Seems out of character'
A Christmas story from Snoop Dogg...
