Local Services

Setting Your Dog Up For Success

Tips on Making the Most of Your Dog’s Stay at The Barking Lot Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette Twelve years ago, DeeAnna Osborne stepped into the world of doggie daycare and never looked back. In 2020, she took her passion to the next level and became owner of The Barking Lot, a locally owned and family operated dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and training facility. “I absolutely love all things dogs,” DeeAnna says. “I am passionate about what I do, and I'm blessed...

Local Services

Sit. Stay. Play

Ralston Valley Canine provides expert dog training, boarding, and grooming services, all on one campus Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette Tiffany Terroux met her husband, Ted, in 2003 when she sought his expert advice and training assistance with a dog she was fostering at the time. She quickly realized that her quest had led to two of the most experienced and well-known dog trainers not only in Colorado, but in the Rocky Mountain Region. “I quickly found myself in...

Life + Culture

Dog Days Done Right

Meet the Woman Behind Denver Dog Guide Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Gina Betters, Denver Dog Guide When Gina Betters moved from Wisconsin to Colorado in 2021, she found herself in a new city with a curious heart and her dog, Charley, by her side. Like many pet owners, she was eager to explore the outdoors—but quickly discovered that finding reliable, dog-friendly resources wasn’t as easy as it should be. “I was trying to find things to do with Charley—hikes, restaurants, just...

Home Services

10 Inexpensive Ways to Add Curb Appeal to Your Home This Summer

When the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to spruce up your home’s exterior. Whether you’re planning to sell your home or just want to impress guests and neighbors, adding curb appeal doesn’t have to break the bank. As Denver’s most trusted window, siding, and door experts, the team at New Windows for America knows firsthand how a few smart updates can make a big difference.Click here for 10 budget-friendly curb appeal ideas to try this summer, plus 3 impactful upgrades that not only...

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Navigating Colorado’s Harsh Summer Weather

Navigating Colorado’s harsh summer weather and how it affects your home is an important consideration for homeowners. Colorado summers can be beautiful, filled with sunshine, mountain views, and plenty of outdoor activities. But they can also be extreme. With rapidly changing temperatures, intense UV exposure, hailstorms, and high winds, your home takes a beating during the summer months. Navigating Colorado’s harsh summer weather means being prepared for these challenges to ensure the stability...

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Celebrate the 4th of July Day in Style

The 4th of July is the perfect time to gather with friends and neighbors, enjoy the summer sun, and celebrate the freedom we’re fortunate to have. It’s also the ideal occasion to show off your home’s fresh new curb appeal after installing beautiful, energy-efficient windows, siding, and doors from New Windows for America, Denver’s most trusted window experts.Click here for some creative and community-friendly ways to celebrate this 4th of July—right in your neighborhood

Travel

Sun, Surf, & Sand

Exploring the exciting adventures and beautiful views of Myrtle Beach, SC Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Gabby Fisher Looking for someplace sunny and warm to explore? Step out of Arvada and onto the sandy shores of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. With long stretches of beautiful beaches nestled in the middle of a lively coastal town, Myrtle Beach provides an ideal backdrop for a fun and relaxing vacation. Part of South Carolina’s Grand Strand of uninterrupted light sand beaches...

Home Services

Exploring Technology

Jennings AV shares some amazing ways to use technology and enhance daily life Article by Michelle Parnell | Photography by Rachel Audette With technology improving and changing at such a rapid pace, there are always new opportunities to explore how to use audio and visual technology in homes and businesses. Barry Jennings, owner of Jennings AV, continually builds on his 20+ years of experience by staying up to date with cutting-edge technology and making that technology easy for his clients to...

Home + Design

The Duke’s Difference

Explore Outdoor Living Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Duke's Landscaping When Jon LeDuc talks about landscaping, he’s not just talking about grass and stone, he’s talking about lifestyle. As the owner of Duke's Landscaping, based in Arvada and Golden, LeDuc takes a hands-on, deeply personalized approach to designing outdoor spaces that invite people to explore and unwind. “We ask a lot of questions up front,” he says. “We want to understand how the client lives, what they...

Travel

Through the Lens

A South African Safari Adventure with The Turquoise Camera Article by Lynn Davis | Photography by Rachel Audette Can you imagine spending your days visiting South Africa and being able to witness Africa’s iconic wildlife thriving in their natural habitat firsthand? Rachel Audette of The Turquoise Camera recently returned from an unforgettable trip through several wildlife reserves with her husband, an adventure that paired her love of photography with her husband Matt Audette’s work in...