Encore Electric is leading a substantial renovation of the giraffe enclosure at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs. The project will enhance the habitat for the giraffe herd while improving visitor amenities with the addition of a new giraffe barn, café, and gift shop. Spanning 12,000 square feet, the new barn will include features such…more
Colorado Christian University (CCU) announced a significant anonymous donation of $5 million, one of the largest in its history, that will advance its Athletics Facilities Campaign. This contribution allows the university to initiate phase one of its first dedicated athletics facility. The new athletic facilities aim to support CCU’s student-athletes and reflect the university’s mission.…more
A McDonald’s location in Lakewood, Colorado, is now available for purchase. The property, situated at 1888 S Wadsworth Blvd, was listed on November 18, 2025, with an asking price of $2,875,000. This retail fast food property features a 20-year absolute triple-net ground lease that commenced on June 29, 2025, and will expire on June 29,…more
Hannah Whipple-Macedo, a Senior Program Manager Consultant with a focus on drug development, has been featured in the Influential Women for Impact in Biotech and Pharma program. With over a decade of experience, she has played a crucial role in supporting biotechnology and pharmaceutical teams throughout the complex execution of their projects. Whipple-Macedo has worked…more
CPI Card Group and Nymbus have unveiled a new integration that allows for seamless instant card issuance. This development enables organizations to provide customers with immediate access to cards, enhancing the user experience and potentially improving customer satisfaction. The integration aims to streamline the process of getting a card into the hands of users, making…more
Exabeam and Recorded Future have announced a partnership aimed at improving threat detection and response capabilities through intelligence-led solutions. This collaboration is focused on integrating their technologies to enhance the security landscape for businesses, helping them address cybersecurity challenges more effectively. Exabeam, located in Broomfield, was originally LogRhythm prior to its merger with California-based Exabeam…more
Cassandra Loman has signed a franchise agreement with TidyTask to operate in Evergreen, Colorado. Loman previously worked as a cleaner for the tech-driven residential and commercial cleaning company and was inspired by its vision. Along with her husband, Jason Loman, she joins the TidyTask franchise family with TidyTask Evergreen, providing cleaning services to the local…more
World Insurance Associates LLC, ased in New Jersey, announced today the acquisition of Reinig Insurance Solutions of Lakewood, effective July 1, 2025. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Reinig Insurance Solutions specializes in property and casualty products, primarily serving the health and fitness industry. Ken Reinig, President of Reinig, noted that “Today’s business…more
The Jefferson County Economic Development Corporation (Jeffco EDC) has announced the winners of the 2025 Gateways Awards, recognizing the individuals, initiatives, and collaborations shaping the area’s economic landscape. The awards ceremony took place at the Social Capitol Events Center in Arvada, bringing together over 300 leaders from business, civic, and community sectors. “The Gateways shine…more
The Wendy’s Company announced quarterly earnings on November 7, which included plans to begin closing U.S. locations in the fourth quarter of 2025. The company stated it is targeting a “mid-single-digit percentage” of its stores but did not specify a precise percentage. Currently, there are 5,880 Wendy’s locations nationwide, implying closures could affect between 235…more
Tetra Tech, a California-based provider of consulting and engineering services with a significant operation in Jefferson County, has been awarded a $249 million contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to deliver architect-engineer services for environmental assessment and water management. This five-year contract will involve providing comprehensive environmental services globally to support the…more
Jefferson County has declared an emergency disaster in response to delays in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. This situation is expected to have significant health and economic impacts on residents, particularly for those already facing financial difficulties, including federal workers affected by the ongoing shutdown. The delays could force families to reallocate funds typically…more