CO Vaccine Milestone + Rental Assistance + Taste Of Colorado

Morning, fellow Denverites! It's me again, Amber Fisher, your host of the Denver Daily.

First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy throughout the day. High: 91 Low: 60. Ozone pollution could impact those who are sensitive throughout the afternoon, state public health officials said.

Here are the top stories in Denver today:

1. Colorado has reached a milestone in its battle against the coronavirus — 75 percent of people ages 18 and older in the state have received at least one dose of their vaccine, public health officials announced Tuesday. (Denver Patch)
2. Denver City Council has approved contracts to distribute federal rental assistance funds. (CBS Denver)
3. A Denver nightclub could have its liquor and cabaret licenses suspended after police launched an investigation. (FOX 31 Denver)
4. A Denver organization is stepping up and delivering supplies to victims of Hurricane Ida. (9News.com KUSA)
5. Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Here are nine things to do at the Taste of Colorado this weekend in Denver. (9News.com KUSA)

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Today in Denver

• September PWC Meeting - Meeker - Colorado Department of Natural Resources. (12 a.m.)
• Firestone Community Food Drive. (1 a.m.)
• Back to Work 50+ Home Share Webinar - The Denver Office of Economic Development. (10 a.m.)
• The Denver We Saved - Historic Denver Inc. (1 p.m.)
• Amplify Your Awesome - ATD Rocky Mountain Chapter. (5:15 p.m.)

Denver Patch Notebook

• City and County of Denver Government: "Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 22, to celebrate Denver's #BiketoWorkDay! This annual event highlights how Denver region residents can use biking to reduce traffic, improve air quality, and enhance their overall quality of life." (Facebook)
• Denver Museum of Nature & Science: "This summer, excavation of the historic Astor House in downtown Golden unearthed clues about a fascinating past. The Astor House opened in 1867, and operated from 1867 through 1971 as a hotel and boarding house." (Facebook)
• Denver Art Museum: "Immediately upon entering the exhibition 'Simphiwe Ndzube: Oracles of the Pink Universe' visitors become immersed in a black box. A pink light illuminates the entryway as brightly colored, mixed-media paintings, sculptures and a mural emerge in the theatrical space." (Facebook)
• Denver Botanic Gardens: "As summer is starting to wind down and field season is largely wrapping up, work in the alpine continues. The alpine field season, being higher in elevation, is delayed compared to the flowering season of our plains ..." (Facebook)
• Denver Broncos Community Development: "Mark your calendars! 2021 #TasteoftheBroncos presented by King Soopers is set for September 13th! #BeAChampion and learn more about this great event, which benefits Food Bank of the Rockies." (Facebook)

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— Amber Fisher

About me: I'm a Patch editor covering news in Denver's metro area and Boulder. I've spent the past nine years working for various news outlets across North America, including Chicago Patch, Global News and WBEZ. As a Global TV reporter, I covered everything from tornadoes and wildfires to high-profile court cases and civil rights abuses. When I'm not writing articles, I can be found hiking, snowboarding, debating politics with my husband and attempting to be a sci-fi and astronomy geek.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Denver Daily? I'm all ears. You can email me at amber.fisher@patch.com.