June 2008 Archive

This summer, nearly 3 million children 14 years old and younger will be rushed to emergency departments for serious injuries that are preventable. Almost half of all unintentional injuries and deaths occur between May...

The chance to live a dream, have independence and control over one’s own images, to bring cultures together, and be the...

Except for those who have studied Denver history, not many others may know that the present Auraria college campus and its surroundings were the site of a city...

Summertime In The Rockies What can I say but it’s getting hot in here! It is time to get out and enjoy the sun with family and friends and we have some suggestions on how you can do it.

As Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC), the Reverend Leah Daughtry has the herculean and daunting task of overseeing preparations for this mega-event.

When one speaks of a banana boat, they could be speaking of a song, a sun protection product, or an unpowered...

Denver’s piñata makers have been busy preparing for the Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Green, white and red piñatas are everywhere...

Latinos, the fastest growing population in America, face many of the same issues ...

Editor’s note: The Denver Urban Spectrum has planned a story on the topic of immigration for several...

Denver’s Chinese-Americans are eagerly awaiting this year’s Summer Olympics in China. An estimated...

Over its 30 year history in Denver, the annual Juneteenth celebration in the city’s historic Five...

A celebration of great singing, great music, great costumes, great vocal iteration, and great personality is going on at the Stage Theatre of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. 3 Mo’ Divas is alive and very, very well – running through June 29.

On the weekend of April 4, a supernova hit the dance stage of the Ellie Caulkins Opera House to shine...

At a point in our collective history when many have long declared our nation “colorblind,” yet we can no longer ignore the fact of race, comes along a significant documentary film.

When David was 12 years old, his parents, David and Julie Martinez, moved from Littleton to Pueblo. His parents both ...

The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines bill of sale as “a formal instrument for the conveyance or transfer of title to goods and chattels.” It further defines ...

According to statistics from three Washington, D.C.-based organizations, the Pew Hispanic Center, the Central Intelligence Agency and the Department of Homeland Security, foreign-born residents...

Tommy Thomas is the real thing. He’s the genuine blues man with genes and talent to prove he rose up from the richest earth and deepest souls of the Mississippi Delta.

Following the popular and successful exhibitions of stunningly original quilts designed by the women of Gee’s Bend, Alabama, the Denver Art Museum (DAM) will host its sequel...

Looking for a fun, enrichment experience for your daughter this summer that’s in your own back yard and won’t put a dent in your pocketbook?

I am staying in this race until there is a nominee. I believe I'm the strongest candidate against John McCain and believe I will be the best president among the three of us running." -Sen. Hillary Clinton

Enjoying what many call the philanthropic “party of the year,” over 700 individuals, including donors, grantees, and volunteers gathered at the Denver Museum of Nature...

Seismic sounds, fiery flavors, an array of vibrant colors, exotic fruits and vegetables – these trademarks of Caribbean culture are as diverse as the islands that make up the Caribbean.

Convention Organizers Declare Readiness to Turn Focus from Planning to Execution in Lead-Up to Historic Four-Day Event, Capturing the Global Spotlight

When I was about 10 years old, my father took my older brother and I out to the edge of a corn field at my grandfather’s farm in rural Missouri, placed rifles in our hands and very carefully taught us how to shoot, and do it well.

As the U.S. becomes increasingly diverse, ethnic markets present new and valuable opportunities for advertisers. With a population of 39 million, now more than ever African Americans are crucial to our consumer economy.

The art of fasting is as old as humankind. In addition, not eating is probably the oldest and most universal food related healing technique.

There’s a reason why, over the course of this long Presidential campaign, Hillary Clinton has gone from the presumptive...

Liberals say they believe in a government that benefits all. Conservatives push family values. Each side will tell you it knows what is best for American...

City Smarts: Tampa Bay is hot spot when it comes to employment. With a population of 334,550, Tampa Bay is home to about a fourth of all Florida-based private companies; one reason ...

Ask Deanna! is an advice column known for its fearless approach to reality-based subjects.

Funky Cool Art For Hot Summer Days The Sankofa Arts Alliance presents "Funky Cool Art," an art show featuring new works by Juliette Hemingway at the Blair Caldwell African American Research Library gallery.

Real Men Cook Kicks Off 19th Annual Father's Day Celebration Chicago -- Real Men Cook, America's premiere urban Father's Day family tradition that pays tribute to the family, will be held in 11 cities on Father’s Day, June 15

Well, it’s finally here and none too soon to enjoy the many summer events happening in the Mile High City.

CBCC Presents Community Legends Awards The Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) presented awards to 18 community leaders last month at New Hope Baptist Church Family Life Center. Legends of the past and future were honored, including such notables

Why I Oppose The Ritter Gas Tax Editor: Open Letter To Colorado Citizens I thought you might be interested in an article in today’s (May 15, 2008) Rocky Mountain News regarding my very strong concerns over the severance tax increase that is proposed in Colorado and endorsed by Governor Bill Ritter.

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"When it came to treating her citizens of African descent fairly, America failed… The government put them outside...

Since 1976, the National Urban League has released its annual State of Black America (SOBA) report...

While mainstream America seems to concentrate only on the presidential candidates of the two major parties...

As the U.S. becomes increasingly diverse, ethnic markets present new and valuable opportunities...

First as the U.S. ambassador to South Africa and later as the assistant secretary of state for Africa...