Good News Roundup For Denver's Metro Area

DENVER, CO — Good news happens in Colorado every day, but it can often be overshadowed by the latest pandemic, crime, natural disaster and political news.

So Patch decided to dedicate a weekly roundup of news that will hopefully uplift readers' spirits a bit and offer some hope.

Here are some recent good news stories from across Denver's metro area:

VIDEO: Daughter In Navy Surprises Arvada Firefighter Paramedic

Firefighter paramedic Ross Vance was told there was a walk-up patient, but he had no idea it was his daughter returning from active duty.

Colorado Cities Among Best Places To Retire In 2021: U.S. News

U.S. News ranked 150 cities based on factors such as health care, affordability and happiness. See how Colorado cities ranked.

Parts Of Civic Center Park To Reopen, Public Health Order Lifted

The city said rodent burrows, discarded needles and human waste have been cleaned up.

‘Thank You From The Bottom Of My Heart': Peyton Manning Inducted Into Denver Broncos Ring Of Fame

A special ceremony for Manning took place during halftime of the game between Denver and Washington at Empower Field.

Arvada Gets New Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Station

Six new electric vehicle chargers were installed at the Lloyd King Center.

Tattered Cover Book Store Celebrates 50th Anniversary

A new book is being released about the iconic Denver bookstore in honor of the milestone.

CO 2021 Election: Jeffco Was The Top County For Ballot Returns

More than 144,000 ballots were returned in the county before polls closed in Colorado.

Colorado Parks And Wildlife Cameras Capture Mountain Lion Leaping Over Puddle

The cats can hit speeds of 45 miles per hour and can jump 19 feet in the air.

How Colorado Voters Are Fixing Ballot Mistakes So Votes Count

Coloradans are ensuring their votes count by using new technology, first launched in 2020, to fix mistakes on their ballots.

2 Colorado Restaurants Make NYT List Of 50 Most Exciting

The New York Times compiled a list of the top 50 places to eat across the country and two Colorado restaurants made the cut.

$21M 'Romance And Adventure' Estate For Sale In Greenwood Village

This private oasis in a gated property includes a lake, ponds, stables and a greenhouse.

‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving' Special Returning To PBS

A PBS deal to air Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and Christmas classics is like a Linus-approved security blanket for Americans.