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Google Fiber Secures Prime Location in Lakewood’s Belmar Plaza

Belmar, a hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment in Lakewood, Colorado, has welcomed internet service provider Google Fiber to its distinguished list of tenants. Located in Belmar’s plaza, Google Fiber has secured over 13,000 square feet of prime space as the complex is gearing up to celebrate its 20th anniversary in May. Belmar, home to…more

Jefferson County’s Largest Commercial Real Estate Sales for 2023 Unveiled

We’ve tabulated a report detailing the largest commercial transactions for 2023 in Jefferson County, Colorado. According to the Jefferson County Assessor’s office, the list comprises a total of 1,928 transactions. The data includes an average sale price breakdown by city. These averages only encompass cities within the county that carried out a minimum of ten…more

Coastline Academy Buys Arvada Driving School

Coastline Academy, the US’s largest driving school, announced on February 5, 2024, its expansion into Denver by acquiring the Arvada Driving School. Long-serving owner, Ben Pyatt has recently retired, thus allowing Coastline to step in and keep the school operational. The school’s instructors and their close relationship with the Arvada community will be retained amidst…more

Jeffco 2024 Ranking of General Contractors by Workforce Size

Jefferson County’s general contractors continue to show strong economic activity, with the local workforce being a clear indicator of business growth and dynamism. The recently released 2024 list of General Contractors shows variety in the size of businesses, represented by the number of employees. Topping the list is Flatiron Construction Corp., boasting an impressive workforce…more

Jeffco Legends Publishes List of Top Residential Real Estate Sales in 2023

We’ve unveiled a detailed list of the most significant residential real estate transactions recorded in Jefferson County in 2023. The information was sourced from the Jefferson County Assessor’s Office and highlighted homes priced at $1 million or more. Notably, eleven of these high-end properties are a hundred years old or older. The list also ranks…more

Jefferson County Kicks Off Electric Vehicle Pilot Program in Sustainability Effort

On Monday, January 29, 2024, Jefferson County marked the inaugural launch of its new electric vehicle (EV) pilot program with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH). The program, which is a joint effort between the county’s Sustainability Program (Facilities Management), Fleet Division, and Innovation Program (BIT), is set to introduce the first…more

Average Salaries for Leadership Executives at Jeffco Nonprofits

The highest average salaries for leadership executives among Jefferson County-based nonprofits can be found at SCL Health System Inc., Denver Area Council Boy Scouts of America Trust, and Rockley Family Foundation. This data provides insight into compensation trends within this sector of the Colorado nonprofit world. SCL Health System Inc. tops the list, with an…more

SeaQuest Littleton Announces Closure After Final Day on February 4th

SeaQuest Littleton, an interactive marine and wildlife attraction in Colorado, has announced it will permanently close after the final day of operation on Sunday, February 4th. A statement on the company’s Facebook page expressed sadness over the decision, but encouraged guests to visit the center one last time to appreciate their diverse animals and marine…more

Least Pricey Independent Coffee Shop Lattes are in Golden, Edgewater

In Jefferson County, the cost of a 12oz latte can vary quite significantly depending on which independent coffee shop you choose to visit. For coffee lovers, price points can be a determining factor in their choice of café, and this fact is quite apparent when looking at the average pricing in various towns. In Arvada,…more

2024 Rankings of JeffCo Marijuana Dispensaries Unveiled

Colorado retailers have sold more than $15 billion in recreational and medicinal marijuana since Colorado legalized it for adult use in 2014, according to the Colorado Department of Revenue. This year’s list of prominent marijuana dispensaries in Jefferson County clears the smoke on public preference for local retailers, ranking 24 dispensaries based on their popularity…more

Highest-Paid Executives Revealed at Jeffco Public Companies

This week saw the release of the 2023 Highest-Paid Executives list for Jeffco Public Companies, a definitive guide to executive compensation in recent times. A total of 81 executives graced the list this year, peeling back the curtain to give us a glimpse into the financial earnings of top execs in notable public companies based…more

Golden Minerals Completes Sale of Santa Maria Gold-Silver Property

Golden, Colo.-based mining company Golden Minerals (NYSE-A: AUMN and TSX: AUMN) has announced the successful completion of its previously publicized sale of the Santa Maria gold-silver property. The property, situated in Chihuahua State, Mexico, has been sold to Transformaciones y Servicios Metalurgicos S.A. DE C.V. (TSM). The sale, which concluded on December 1, 2023, saw…more