YETI Recalls 1.9 Million Soft Coolers and Gear Cases
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, YETI has recalled their soft coolers and gear cases this month due to a magnet ingestion hazard. The magnet-lined closures can fail and result in detached magnets, posing a risk of serious injury or death if ingested. When two or more high-powered magnets are swallowed, the ingested magnets can attract to each other, or to another metal object, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning and death.
Read full storyKroger Delivery now available for Denver Metro Area
The Kroger Co., America's grocer, today announced its Customer Fulfillment Center (CFC) in Aurora, CO is open. This facility expands access to fresh, affordable food and provides more than 200 new associates with opportunities to grow their careers. Customers across the region can order Kroger's fresh produce and trend-setting Our Brands products to be delivered directly to their doors by a friendly associate.
Read full storyBaby play gym recall due to choking hazard
Skip Hop has recalled their popular Silver Lining Cloud Activity Gym due to possible chocking hazard. The raindrop cloud toy attached to the gym has posed a hazard due to the raindrops detaching, which could be dangerous if a child places it in their mouth.
Read full storyFirst Girl Scouts DreamLab opens in Denver
Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) announces the grand opening of the first-ever Girl Scout DreamLab, an innovative program-based experience center concept designed to enhance the Girl Scout presence in communities and host one-of-a-kind programming for children, families, and Girl Scouts.
Read full storyOver half of the world will be overweight or obese by 2035
A report from The World Obesity Atlas 2023 shows that 51% of the world (over 4 billion people) are predicted to be overweight or obese by 2035, unless action is taken. Along with this health crisis, there will be serious economic impacts stemming from this - to the cost of $4.32 trillion globally each year by 2035. This account for almost 3% of global GDP, comparable with the impact of COVID-19 in 2020.
Read full storyKFC’s Double Down Sandwich returns, only for 4 weeks
For the first time in nearly a decade, Kentucky Fried Chicken® is bringing back a menu item with a cult following like none other, the KFC Double Down Sandwich. The KFC Double Down drops at KFC restaurants nationwide on Monday, March 6 for only four weeks!*
Read full storyReady for a woman President? Only half of Americans say “yes”
Having a woman president has been seen as nearly impossible for most of America’s history. Even though many countries have surpassed the U.S. in establishing a woman leader - 63 to be exact.
Read full storyAs emergency SNAP benefits expire, Instacart rolls out campaign to support families in need
Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, today announced a special Community Carts campaign and an extension of its discounted Instacart+ membership for SNAP recipients to help families continue to put nutritious food on the table as emergency COVID-19 SNAP benefits expire in 32 states. The expiration means grocery budgets will tighten by at least $95 per month for more than 30 million people and, as a result, many local food banks that are already facing supply shortages amid rising food prices are now bracing for a surge in demand for assistance.
Read full storyStarbucks debuts olive oil coffee
Popular coffee chain Starbucks has announced that new options will be added to their drink menu - with olive oil in each cup. Through finding inspiration in its roots, the espresso bars in Italy and the strong presence of olive oil, a new line of beverages have been released. The new line named Oleato is the Starbucks coffee we’ve come to love, infused with Partanna extra virgin olive oil.
Read full storyDenver’s The OG and The Rally Bar introduces new, elevated menu & review
The OG and The Rally Bar, both located within The Rally Hotel at McGregor Square has launched a new, exciting offering for Denver locals and guests. The OG introduces a breakfast and brunch menu, complete with American classics, in addition to their lunch menu.
Read full storyEarly release in exchange for college degree may happen for incarcerated Coloradans
The House Judiciary Committee approved House Bill 1037, which allows for time deducted from their sentence if they earn a college degree or certificate. Education in prisons is expanding - University of Colorado Denver is working with the Department of Corrections to provide Communications classes to those incarcerated. Nationally, recidivism rates in the first three years is almost 68% in the United States, one of the highest in the world. Colorado’s rates are around 45%.
Read full storyColorado’s free preschool applications are closing soon - here is how to apply
A new Colorado program is allowing for 15 hours of free preschool in the 2023-2024 school year. The cutoff date for the first round of applications are closing soon (February 14th). Applicants will be able to find their match by March 17th.
Read full storyNew diaper bag concept disrupting the industry
Based out of New York, woman-owned brand CityMouse is reimagining what a diaper bag can be. Gone are the days of lugging around an overstuffed, hefty backpack with old granola bars that have been lost to the bottom of the the bag.
Read full storyOnly 34% of Americans see President Biden as “honest and trustworthy”, an all-time low
In recent news, President Joe Biden was found to have been storing classified documents and the public’s perception of him has shifted. According to a recent YouGov America poll of 1,500 U.S. citizens, the amount of Americans who see Biden as “honest and trustworthy” has dropped 8% since the poll in December. Currently, 48% say he is not honest and trustworthy. 20% are unsure of their opinion of this statement towards Joe Biden.
Read full storyNew delivery-only lobster roll restaurant opens in Denver
A brand new restaurant has opened in Denver - Maine and Main Lobsteris focused on delivering fresh, sustainable New England lobster rolls to the Denver area. The concept was created by Sean Huggard, chef and owner of Shucking Good Hospitality, the group behind Blue Island Oyster Bar & Seafood located in Cherry Creek and Lone Tree. Maine and Main Lobster prides itself on responsible and direct sourcing from lobstermen and purveyors with which it has maintained longstanding relationships.
Read full storyColorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline calls increased slightly in 2022
The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) reports that calls to the Colorado Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline, 844-CO-4-Kids (844-264-5437), remained stable from 2021 to 2022 after a significant drop in 2020. Calls to the hotline increased 0.3% to 209,513 in 2022 compared to 208,949 in 2021.
Read full storyNature inspired apartment complex breaks ground in Aurora
Aurora, Colorado - with a population of almost 390,000 - will have a new apartment complex to offer current and future community members. Wood Partners, a national leader in multifamily real estate development, announced today the groundbreaking of a new project in Aurora, Colorado under the working name Alta Addison. With construction currently underway, the community is set to start pre-leasing at the end of 2023 and open in early 2024.
Read full storyLove bitter drinks? You’re more likely to be a psychopath, study finds
If you like bitter food or drinks such as: black coffee, IPA’s, radishes, wine, and tonic water - you may have a more “dark” side to you. According to research published, researchers working with the University of Innsbruck in Austria surveyed 953 Americans about their taste preferences. In two different studies, subjects self-reported their likes for sweet, sour, salty and bitter food and drinks. They then answered personality questionnaires assessing Machiavellianism, psychopathy, narcissism, everyday sadism, trait aggression, and the Big Five factors of personality.
Read full storyCousins Maine Lobster coming to Denver
Cousins Maine Lobster, leading food truck concept and provider of the tastiest Maine lobster rolls across the country, announces their upcoming grand opening at Joyride Brewing Company on Saturday, January 28.
Read full storyColorado license plates that were rejected in 2022
Personalized license plates are a great way to customize your vehicle and show some personality to other drivers on the road. However, not all personalized plates are acceptable to be on the road.
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