The Pulse of West Colfax: News, Culture, and Community

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A Safer West Colfax: How Lakewood Is Transforming One of Its Most Iconic Streets

A Safer West Colfax: How Lakewood I …

By Billy Marino

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Mar 18, 2026

For more than a century, West Colfax has been one of the most iconic streets in Colorado. It’s where art galleries sit beside family-owned restaurants and neighborhood shops. Where buses stop just steps away from murals, studios, and cafés. Where commuters, cyclists, artists, and neighbors all move through the same stretch of road that connects Lakewood to the rest of the Denver metro area. But when West Colfax first took shape in the late 1800s, it wasn’t originally designed for the kind of...

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Arts & Altruism: How 40 West creatives are making a positive impact in their community and beyond

Arts & Altruism: How 40 West creatives a …

Mar 3, 2026

To many who have lived there for a long time, West Colfax conjures images of old neon signs, dive motels, live bars, diners, and cowboys. The longest commercial street in the United States boasts an...

ARTLINE WANDERLUST: An Insider’s Guide to Three Memorable Excursions

ARTLINE WANDERLUST: An Insider’s Guide …

Mar 3, 2026

The 40 West ArtLine was a dream long before it became a reality. As the newly emerging arts district was gaining momentum—fostered by its cadre of champions and the local business improvement...

A Safer West Colfax: How Lakewood Is Transforming One of Its Most Iconic Streets

A Safer West Colfax: How Lakewood Is Tra …

Mar 18, 2026

For more than a century, West Colfax has been one of the most iconic streets in Colorado. It’s where art galleries sit beside family-owned restaurants and neighborhood shops. Where buses stop just...

Neighborhood Voices

The Loveland House: The Man, the Legend, and a Vision that Still Endures

Neighborhood Voices

The Loveland House: The Man, the Le …

William A. H. Loveland had a vision. His vision was to bring people together to enjoy the idyllic rolling countryside near the foothills and lounge in its cooler temperatures along West Colfax in what now is Lakewood—a frontier landscape in the late 1880s, decades before Lakewood would incorporate as a city. Loveland was no stranger to bold ideas. He and his wife Miranda had journeyed westward during the daring days of the Colorado Gold Rush in the late 1850s. In the decades that followed,...

MISSION: Service Leadership

Neighborhood Voices

MISSION: Service Leadership

Now more than ever—community matters. As social beings, we know we are better humans when we are connected to our community. Amid a rapidly changing modern life, and increasingly polarized social and economic viewpoints, an ever-growing number of individuals are seeking a greater sense of stability and connection. Experts across fields—from spiritual leaders to social scientists and mental health professionals—emphasize the importance of strong local community ties. These connections help us...

ART FOR CHANGE: Building Community Connection through Creative Projects

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ART FOR CHANGE: Building Community …

Since its inception nearly 15 years ago, 40 West Arts District was conceived as an agent for change—and not just for art’s sake. The aesthetic benefits of art are clear through the ways it activates our human visual, auditory, and sensory pathways. But art plays a critical role in the health and vitality of communities as well. It increases social and civic engagement, encourages local neighborhood exploration, drives visitors to local businesses, and is part of an overall formula to catalyze...

EXPLORING WEST COLFAX — OLD AND NEW

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EXPLORING WEST COLFAX — OLD AND N …

West Colfax has been a meaningful destination for 150 years. Throughout the years, it has always evolved with the times. While experiences here cannot be easily categorized—we gave our best effort. Here are some local favorites—divided into foodie and hobbyist adventures as well as venues considered “tried-and-true” mainstays and those with historical significance.Making History Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design — 1600 Pierce Street (one block north of W. Colfax) Once the grounds...

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Programs & Initiatives

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New Navigation Center Opens in …

Mar 18, 2026

On any given night in Jefferson County, many fellow residents are sleeping outside. Some are in...

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Why Engage with WCCA?

Mar 3, 2026

Now more than ever—community matters. As social beings, we know we are better humans when we are...

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Get Inspired – Explore RMCAD …

Mar 3, 2026

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) welcomes you to explore artistic masterpieces,...

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A Place to Slow Down: Inside Mile High Holistics on West Colfax

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Mar 17, 2026

A Place to Slow Down: Inside Mile High Holistics o …

In the middle of the movement and vibrancy of West Colfax, there’s a quiet space where the pace of the outside world seems to soften. Step inside Mile High Holistics, and the atmosphere shifts...

RMCAD is creating community in its own backyard and beyond

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Mar 3, 2026

RMCAD is creating community in its own backyard an …

At Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD), creativity isn’t just something the college teaches, it’s something it lives by. Located off of Pierce Street in the 40 West Arts District, RMCAD...

A New Chapter for a Neighborhood Favorite: Lot 46 & Edgewater Inn

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Mar 3, 2026

A New Chapter for a Neighborhood Favorite: Lot 46 …

On the corner of 25th and Ames St in historic Edgewater, where neighbors gather, and stories are shared over cold drinks and warm pizza, you’ll find Edgewater Inn and Lot 46 — a place built on grit,...

Impact Arts: Serving Lakewood Since 2011

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Feb 24, 2026

Impact Arts: Serving Lakewood Since 2011

When you think about the type of community you want to live in and the kind of person you want to be, what comes to mind for you? Do you want a City that is pedestrian-friendly and beautiful, with...

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Programs & Initiatives

REIMAGINING THE DISTRICT: A NEW “HUB” ENERGIZES WEST COLFAX

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Feb 25, 2026

REIMAGINING THE DISTRICT: A NEW “HUB” ENERGIZE …

Where were you June 3rd, 2022? Were you a part of this community soiree? On this date, a dream comes true on West Colfax, as a newly renovated arts building opens to the public along West Colfax in...

Get Inspired – Explore RMCAD’s Art Markets, Captivating Competitions & Insightful Artist Talks

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Mar 3, 2026

Get Inspired – Explore RMCAD’s Art Markets, Ca …

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) welcomes you to explore artistic masterpieces, inspiring presentations, and the next generation of artists and designers. RMCAD, located off Pierce...

New Navigation Center Opens in Lakewood to Support Neighbors in Need

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Mar 18, 2026

New Navigation Center Opens in Lakewood to Support …

On any given night in Jefferson County, many fellow residents are sleeping outside. Some are in tents along creek paths. Others move between parking lots, bus stops, and storefronts. For many, the...

Why Engage with WCCA?

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Mar 3, 2026

Why Engage with WCCA?

Now more than ever—community matters. As social beings, we know we are better humans when we are connected to our community. After the COVID years disrupted community functions of all kinds,...

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Bloom Media: The Marketing Engine Behind the New West Colfax Lately

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Mar 3, 2026

Bloom Media: The Marketing Engine Behind the New W …

When West Colfax Lately set out to elevate its digital presence, it partnered with a team that understands both strategy and storytelling: Bloom Media. Bloom Media is a full-service digital...

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REIMAGINING THE DISTRICT: A NEW “HUB” ENERGIZES WEST COLFAX

Programs & Initiatives

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Feb 25, 2026

REIMAGINING THE DISTRICT: A NEW “HUB” ENERGIZE …

Where were you June 3rd, 2022? Were you a part of this community soiree? On this date, a dream comes true on West Colfax, as a newly renovated arts building opens to the public along West Colfax in...

New Navigation Center Opens in Lakewood to Support Neighbors in Need

Programs & Initiatives

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Mar 18, 2026

New Navigation Center Opens in Lakewood to Support …

On any given night in Jefferson County, many fellow residents are sleeping outside. Some are in tents along creek paths. Others move between parking lots, bus stops, and storefronts. For many, the...

Get Inspired – Explore RMCAD’s Art Markets, Captivating Competitions & Insightful Artist Talks

Programs & Initiatives

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Mar 3, 2026

Get Inspired – Explore RMCAD’s Art Markets, Ca …

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD) welcomes you to explore artistic masterpieces, inspiring presentations, and the next generation of artists and designers. RMCAD, located off Pierce...

Why Engage with WCCA?

Programs & Initiatives

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Mar 3, 2026

Why Engage with WCCA?

Now more than ever—community matters. As social beings, we know we are better humans when we are connected to our community. After the COVID years disrupted community functions of all kinds,...

News & Policy

A Safer West Colfax: How Lakewood Is Transforming One of Its Most Iconic Streets

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Mar 18, 2026

A Safer West Colfax: How Lakewood Is Transforming …

For more than a century, West Colfax has been one of the most iconic streets in Colorado. It’s where art galleries sit beside family-owned restaurants and neighborhood shops. Where buses stop just...

ARTLINE WANDERLUST: An Insider’s Guide to Three Memorable Excursions

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Mar 3, 2026

ARTLINE WANDERLUST: An Insider’s Guide to Three …

The 40 West ArtLine was a dream long before it became a reality. As the newly emerging arts district was gaining momentum—fostered by its cadre of champions and the local business improvement...

Arts & Altruism: How 40 West creatives are making a positive impact in their community and beyond

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Mar 3, 2026

Arts & Altruism: How 40 West creatives are making …

To many who have lived there for a long time, West Colfax conjures images of old neon signs, dive motels, live bars, diners, and cowboys. The longest commercial street in the United States boasts an...

Community & Culture

Change Nothing, Improve Everything: Inside Casa Bonita’s Joyful Reawakening

Community & Culture

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Mar 3, 2026

Change Nothing, Improve Everything: Inside Casa Bo …

Full disclosure: This isn’t a traditionally objective article. It’s part feature, part love letter (with the adjoining open letter). Why? Because I’m a longtime fan of the Casa Bonita experience and...

Impact Arts: Serving Lakewood Since 2011

Community & Culture

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Feb 24, 2026

Impact Arts: Serving Lakewood Since 2011

When you think about the type of community you want to live in and the kind of person you want to be, what comes to mind for you? Do you want a City that is pedestrian-friendly and beautiful, with...

A Place to Slow Down: Inside Mile High Holistics on West Colfax

Community & Culture

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Mar 17, 2026

A Place to Slow Down: Inside Mile High Holistics o …

In the middle of the movement and vibrancy of West Colfax, there’s a quiet space where the pace of the outside world seems to soften. Step inside Mile High Holistics, and the atmosphere shifts...

RMCAD is creating community in its own backyard and beyond

Community & Culture

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Mar 3, 2026

RMCAD is creating community in its own backyard an …

At Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD), creativity isn’t just something the college teaches, it’s something it lives by. Located off of Pierce Street in the 40 West Arts District, RMCAD...

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