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Denver’s $670,000 St. Jude Dream Home supports kids with life-threatening illnesses

You likely already know how much we love St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital here at KYGO, and how could we not? St. Jude is is leading the way the world […]
4 months ago
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Dogs are just $52.80 to adopt at the Denver Animal Shelter all May

I am not only a proud owner of a rescued dog, but also an advocate of everyone checking shelters for their next family pet first. Right now is the perfect […]
6 months ago
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Here’s how to get free mulch or compost in Denver on May 4

If you’re doing some gardening or lawn work this weekend, the Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a gift for you. DOTI is hosting its annual mulch giveaway on Saturday, […]
6 months ago
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There’s a $10 prom dress sale in Denver this weekend – Giving all girls the ability to afford a dress

Prom is a BIG deal for a lot of young ladies. Sadly, many of those girls simply cannot afford a dress for the dance. Well, thank goodness for some good […]
7 months ago

Colorado school raises over $12,000 for lunch lady after house fire

Denver Green School in Denver, Colorado, rallied to support cafeteria worker Rose Gianni after her home was damaged in two electrical fires, raising over $12-thousand through a crowdfund campaign. Known for her […]
8 months ago

Here’s why hundreds of people will be running around Denver in their undies this weekend

The high temperature in Denver on Saturday (Feb. 24) is supposed to be in the mid-60’s… Perfect for running around outside in nothing but your underwear!  Hundreds of people in […]
8 months ago
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Here’s How to Get a Free Christmas Tree in Denver This Weekend

The holiday season is filled with a lot of hustle and bustle, sure, but it is supposed to be the season of giving, right?  A Colorado tree nursery got that […]
11 months ago
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Comfort Dental Offering Free Dental Work to All Coloradans This Weekend

Sure, going to the dentist is never fun, but it’s a lot less fun when you just don’t have the money for what needs to be done. Thankfully Comfort Dental […]
11 months ago
Food Bank of the Rockies...

You, the KYGO Family, Helped Us Provide Meals to Over 7,500 People in Denver

We called on the KYGO family to help us fill an entire semi-truck trailer full of food for the Food Bank of the Rockies in just three days last week, […]
12 months ago
Clare Dunn...

Colorado Country Star Clare Dunn Hosting a Benefit This Weekend For a Family Who Lost Their Entire Farm to a Tornado

Colorado country star Clare Dunn has traveled the world playing for big crowds with the likes of Bob Seger, and others, but she still stays true to her roots here […]
1 year ago
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Denver Deputy Buys Groceries For Family With No Food

On June 30th, Arapahoe County, Colorado, Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Weiner responded to a domestic disturbance call at a Denver-area residence. When he arrived at the home of 71-year-old Vicki Green, the deputy discovered […]
1 year ago
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The Denver Animal Shelter is Reducing Adoption Fees All August

If you’ve thought about adopting a new furry family member, August may be the perfect time to do it in Denver.  Throughout August, the Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) discounts all adoptions […]
1 year ago
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Dustin Lynch to Headline the Denver Barn Party This September

Not only is the Denver Barn Party going to have one of the biggest names in country music this year, it’s still for a wonderful cause! The 2023 Denver Barn […]
1 year ago
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The World’s First Rodeo is a Short Drive From Denver, and Celebrates 154 Years This Weekend

Anytime you can say you’re the first do something its pretty neat. Did you know a small Colorado town has that claim to fame when it comes to rodeo? Deer […]
1 year ago
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Where are the 4th of July Fireworks Shows Around Denver?

As cliché as it sounds, how can it already be the 4th of July weekend? Ready or not it’s here, so here’s a list of places to check out the […]
1 year ago
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Free Summer Lunch Program for Kids in the Aurora Area Has Begun

I hate to hear stats like one in six Colorado children don’t have access to the food they need. That’s a problem more so in the summer without access to […]
1 year ago
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Both Colorado Scheels Stores Will Trade You a New American Flag for Your Worn Out One This Month

First of all, if you haven’t visited a Scheels store yet, you have to go! These places are amazing. Technically they’re sporting goods stores, but they have about everything including […]
1 year ago
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Kids Can Go Bowling For Free in Colorado This Summer – Here’s How

Trying to find things for the kids to do all summer can be a challenge for parents, I know first hand. But there is a program in Colorado that the […]
2 years ago
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Denver Animal Shelter Is Seeing a ‘Spike’ In Surrendered Dogs – Now’s a Great Time to Adopt

If you’ve even had a tiny inkling to adopt a new pet, now is a great time to act on those feelings! Denver Animal Shelter (DAS) is asking for the […]
2 years ago
Friends of Broomfield...

Colorado Program for People with Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities Needs Help Getting a New Bus

Unfortunately, sometimes it takes something bad to happen for us to find out about great things that are happening in our community. In this case, it took a bus, used […]
2 years ago
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Denver Coliseum Will Become a Warming Center During This Week’s Bitter Cold

Denver will likely see temperatures colder than we’ve had in the city in three decades on Thursday. Unfortunately a large population of people have nowhere to go to escape those […]
2 years ago
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Family of Colorado Six-Year-Old Lost to Cancer Could Use Your Help

Normally on my radio show and in my writing I try to stay away from bad/sad news, but I also know that I have been given a great platform to […]
2 years ago
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Meet the Hero Veteran That Saved Countless Lives at the Colorado Springs Club Shooting

The horrific events that unfolded inside a club in Colorado Springs on Saturday night could have been way worse if it weren’t for a couple of brave folks who risked […]
2 years ago
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Blood Donations Needed After Colorado Springs Nightclub Shooting

The horrific events that occurred inside a Colorado Springs nightclub Saturday night have Coloradoans once again in shock after another mass shooting. The first thing many look to do after […]
2 years ago
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Mile High Magazine | Special Program for Suicide Awareness and Mental Health in Colorado

The first half of this program we talk to 3 local area high school students who have all had a suicide at their schools this year. Hear how they have […]
6 years ago
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Communities Connected Podcast Trailer

Introducing the ‘Communities Connected’ podcast series, featuring real people, and real life. Find your tribe, and get connected! New episodes start Monday, March 25th at 2pm.
6 years ago