RAILROAD HERITAGE WEEK AT COLORADO RAILROAD MUSEUMAll ABOARD! GOVERNOR JARED POLIS TO PROCLAIM COLORADO
Governor Jared Polis will visit the Colorado Railroad Museum on June 24—the anniversary of the arrival of the first railroad in Denver in 1870—to officially proclaim June 21-27, 2026, as Colorado Railroad Heritage Week. The proclamation ceremony comes as Colorado celebrates its 150th anniversary of statehood and recognizes the essential role railroads played in connecting communities, growing the economy, and helping transform Colorado from a frontier territory into the Centennial State. Following the proclamation, Governor Polis will participate in several uniquely Colorado railroad traditions, including ringing the bell of historic Denver & Rio Grande Western steam locomotive No. 74 and taking a ride aboard one of the state's iconic Galloping Goose railcars... Read more... Download PDF below.
Sunday, June 28 Only: $50 Adoption Fees
Foothills Animal Shelter
Just in time for summer, we’re offering $50 adoption fees for all cats and dogs one year and older! Stop by Foothills Animal Shelter this Sunday, June 28, from 10am - 5pm to bring home your new best friend. This adoption promotion is made possible thanks to support from Olson Personal Injury Lawyers... Read more...
FOURTH OF JULY PARKING AND SHUTTLE INFORMATION
City of Golden
Downtown Golden parking is limited on the 4th of July and spots will fill quickly. Attendees are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the FREE Shuttle Service for a convenient and stress-free experience... Read more...
Golden’s Apex Park closed temporarily after bear attack
By Corinne Westeman
Golden Transcript
Apex Open Space Park in southern Golden is closed after a bear followed and attacked a hiker Sunday evening, Colorado Parks & Wildlife stated... Read more...
