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:

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.

Best Denver Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

Mid-October is a great time to pick up the best pumpkin possible at metro Denver pumpkin patches.

Arvada To Host Largest Ribbon Cutting In City's History

Community members are invited to celebrate the completion of several Olde Town Arvada projects with a massive ribbon.

3-Month-Old Ring-Tailed Lemur Twins Bounce Around Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

The lemurs were born in July and are "full of energy."

Wow House: $2.6M Arvada 'Entertainer's Dream' Estate

This Arvada home, on 1.09 acres, is listed for $2.6 million.

Here’s How To Make A Jack-O-Lantern Last Longer

You picked the best pumpkin from metro Denver patches and fields this fall. Here’s how to make your Halloween jack-o-lantern last longer.

VIDEO: Mountain Lions Act More Like Curious Cats Than Predators In Jefferson County Yard

Video captured the interesting behavior of a couple of mountain lions roaming around a yard in Jefferson County

Arvada Chamber 2020 Award Winners Announced

The Arvada Chamber held its 70th Annual Awards Luncheon and highlighted outstanding community members.

Colorado Army Veteran Greets His Afghanistan Interpreter At Denver International Airport

An Afghan interpreter and his family arrived at Denver International Airport on Tuesday night.

Boss Defrost Could Change How Restaurants Defrost Food While Helping Conserve Water

Gallons of water are wasted each day trying to safely thaw food used in restaurants across the country, so a Colorado team invented a product to preserve this precious resource.

Denver Zoo Named No. 1 Zoo In The Nation By Bio Explorer

Denver's attraction beat out other top zoos in Cincinnati, San Diego and Alaska.

'We Are Hopeful': Adams County School District 14 Regains State Accreditation

The Adams 14 School District has regained its accreditation with the State of Colorado.