Construction is about to begin on the City of Westminster’s new drinking water facility, with groundbreaking scheduled for this fall. The project marks a major milestone in the City’s effort to modernize its water infrastructure and replace the aging Semper Water Treatment Facility. Located just north of 98th Avenue along Westminster Boulevard, the new facility...
Energy Fuels Inc. and Vulcan Elements have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop a fully U.S.-based supply chain for rare earth permanent magnets, which they say reduces reliance on China for these critical materials. Under the agreement, Lakewood-based Energy Fuels will begin supplying high-purity neodymium-praseodymium (NdPr) and dysprosium (Dy) oxides to Vulcan in...
Marc Day, a researcher at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), has been elected a fellow of the Combustion Institute, marking him as the first individual from NREL to receive this honor. The institute, dedicated to advancing combustion science and technology, recognized Day for his significant contributions to the field, particularly in algorithmic and software...
Trimble Inc. has named Coastline Equipment as its newest Technology Outlet. Based in Long Beach, Calif., Coastline will now provide Trimble’s grade control and site positioning solutions to customers in California, Nevada and Idaho. Coastline will support users of John Deere and Hamm earthmoving equipment, including dozers, excavators and compactors, among others. The company will...
The City of Lakewood is being featured this week at the ITS World Congress in Atlanta as part of a smart city technology showcase by Sony Semiconductor Solutions. The company is highlighting Lakewood’s role in a pilot project aimed at improving traffic safety using advanced edge AI sensing technology. The initiative involves the installation of...
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has released its list of loan recipients for the second quarter of 2025 in Jefferson County, highlighting 60 businesses that have benefitted from financial support this year. Topping the list is Alcorn Construction with $5 million in loans received. Hays Construction follows closely behind with $4.07 million, while Pinnacle Windows...
Wrangler and Golden-based Coors Banquet have teamed up to introduce their first co-collection, honoring the spirit of the West. The Wrangler x Coors Banquet Collection, unveiled on August 21, features more than 20 unique pieces inspired by classic Western wear. The collection includes items such as denim vests with Coors-branded embroidery, pullover sweaters, limited-edition jeans,...
Energy Fuels Inc. has successfully produced its first kilogram of dysprosium oxide at its White Mesa Mill in Utah, achieving a purity level of 99.9%. This exceeds the commercial specification of 99.5%. The mill is set to continue producing dysprosium oxide at a rate of two kilograms per week. The dysprosium oxide is sourced from...
Fortis Capital Advisors has formed a strategic partnership with Risemint, an Evergreen-based independent wealth management firm founded by Bryce Johnson. This collaboration aims to enhance personalized wealth management services for families and businesses. Risemint, established in 2019, has grown its assets under management to over $120 million prior to merging with Prairie Village, Kan.-based Fortis...
Rodeo Dental & Orthodontics has launched a new location in Lakewood, offering dental and orthodontic services to residents in the area. The clinic is located at 7611 W. Colfax Ave., Suite D. The new office is led by Dr. Jacob Klenke, who holds a B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology and a Doctor of Dental...
Jefferson County has appointed Colleen Doan as its new budget and strategy director. In her role, Doan will oversee the county’s budgeting process, coordinate strategic planning efforts, and manage staff within the Strategy, Planning & Analysis Division. Her responsibilities include developing and coordinating the annual budget, capital financial planning, setting budget policies and guiding county...
Vail Resorts Inc. has reported the target opening dates for the 2025/26 ski season across its North American and European locations, along with new attractions for guests this winter. The Epic Pass is available now at its lowest price through Sept. 1, allowing access to Vail Resorts and additional destinations. Keystone will kick off the...