The Colorado School of Mines ranks third nationwide among public colleges primarily awarding bachelor’s degrees for 40-year return on investment (ROI), according to the latest data from Georgetown University’s Center on Education and the Workforce. These rankings are based on median ROI using the most current data (2021–2022) on earnings and net price across 551…more
Intrepid Fiber Networks has acquired network assets in Thornton and Greenwood Village, Colo. This acquisition will add more than 65,000 passings to Intrepid’s network upon completion of deployments. The acquisition allows Broomfield-based Intrepid to expedite deployment and reduce the time needed to connect residents and businesses to its open-access fiber broadband network. Construction efforts will…more
Viega North America has added globe, wafer check and butterfly valves to its MegaPress and ProPress product lines. The new valves integrate with Broomfield-based Viega’s existing press technology, which accommodates various materials and applications. Viega’s press technology allows customers to use one tool to work with PEX in residential settings, copper and carbon steel in…more
The Jefferson County R-1 School District has released its list of high schools ranked by the size of their graduating class for the Class of 2025, highlighting shifts in student populations and staffing across the district. Leading the list is Chatfield High School in Littleton, which tops the ranking with 472 expected graduates. Close behind…more
Aclarion Inc. (Nasdaq: ACON, ACONW), a Broomfield health care technology company, has reported that Advocate Aurora Research Institute, part of Advocate Health, will participate as a site in the CLARITY (Chronic Low Back pain Randomized Independent Trial studY) trial. The trial aims to demonstrate the clinical and economic value of Nociscan in spine surgery. “Advocate…more
A new ranking highlights public companies in Jefferson County based on their 2024 net income, showcasing the area’s economic strength and industry diversity. Ball Corp., based in Westminster, tops the list with $4 billion in net income—a notable 465% increase from $711 million in 2023. Coming in second is Molson Coors Beverage Co., with dual…more
Beacon Communications LLC, a Littleton provider of critical communications and life safety systems, has acquired All State Communications, a Minnesota-based company known for its advanced technology solutions. This acquisition enhances Beacon’s presence in the Upper Midwest and reaffirms its commitment to serving clients in the health care, government, education and commercial sectors. Brad Walsh, CEO…more
A group of students from the Colorado School of Mines has been chosen by NASA to develop a solution for storing and transferring the super-cold liquid propellants required for long-term space exploration. The team is one of 12 student groups nationwide chosen to participate in NASA’s 2025 Human Lander Challenge, aimed at inspiring the next…more
Trimble Inc. (Nasdaq: TRMB) has selected Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. Inc. as the newest Trimble Technology Outlet. Based in Park City, Kan., Murphy Tractor is recognized as the first John Deere dealer to become an authorized Trimble civil construction reseller. As a Trimble Technology Outlet, Murphy Tractor will sell Trimble machine control, site positioning…more
Energy Fuels Inc. reported that its Pinyon Plain mine in Arizona achieved record uranium production in April 2025. The mine produced 151,400 pounds of U3O8 contained in ore, marking its highest monthly production since mining began last year. The company mined 4,604 tons of ore with an average grade of 1.64% eU3O8, which it believes…more
Assessors from eight metro-Denver counties have released the results of the 2025 biennial real property revaluation. Unlike the sharp increases reported in the 2023 reassessment, this year’s residential property values across the Denver metro area remained relatively flat, with some areas seeing slight declines. The new valuations are based on market activity from July 1,…more
SHF Holdings Inc., dba Safe Harbor Financial (Nasdaq: SHFS), has hired two executives for its leadership team: Jeffrey Kay as senior vice president of marketing and the return of Dominic Marella as vice president of business development. Kay and Marella will focus on expanding Safe Harbor’s national footprint, enhancing client services and increasing brand visibility.…more