Natural Grocers has expanded its private-label brand with the introduction of Organic Restaurant-Style Tortilla Chips, offering three new flavors aimed at snack enthusiasts. The new chips are crafted from stone-ground organic corn and sea salt. The three new varieties include Organic Restaurant-Style Blue Corn, White Corn, and Yellow Corn Tortilla Chips, all priced at $4.99…more
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is set to open a new restaurant at 8176 S. Wadsworth Blvd, Suite F, in Littleton. This expansion, led by longtime franchisee Bobby Rusnak, aims to bring authentic Texas barbecue to more families in the area. Rusnak expressed his enthusiasm for the opening, stating, “Colorado loves great barbecue, and I am thrilled…more
Natural Grocers has expanded its private-label brand with the introduction of Organic Yogurt available in plain, vanilla and classic berry flavors. The Organic Yogurt line features several variations made with whole milk from pasture-raised cows, offering a creamy texture and flavor packed with probiotics. Each serving contains 6-7 grams of protein and is free from…more
Noodles & Co. (Nasdaq: NDLS) reported that its Board of Directors has initiated a review of strategic alternatives aimed at maximizing shareholder value. The process may include a range of options such as refinancing existing debt, refranchising, the sale of part or all of the business, or other financial or strategic transactions. The company has…more
Lakewood-based Natural Grocers has completed a full remodel of its Cherry Knolls location in Centennial. The store, located at 6774 S. University Blvd., will reopen to the public on Sept. 12, 2025. The remodel brings a number of updates focused on sustainability and customer convenience. The store now features energy-efficient lighting, non-toxic building materials, and…more
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,…more
Natural Grocers will close its Arbor Walk location in Austin, Texas, on Sept. 30, 2025, following unsuccessful lease renewal negotiations. The store, located at 10515 N. MoPac Expy., has been in operation since 2010 and is one of four Natural Grocers stores in the Austin area. Storewide closing sales will begin on Sept. 2, offering…more
Noodles & Co. (Nasdaq: NDLS) reported plans to close 28 to 32 underperforming company-owned restaurants by the end of this year, as part of a broader effort to streamline operations and improve profitability. The move was revealed in the Broomfield company’s second quarter financial results released Wednesday. While system-wide comparable restaurant sales rose 1.5%, the…more
Eleven Jefferson County-based companies have earned national recognition on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The companies were recognized for their impressive revenue growth between 2021 and 2024. This year, a total of 117 Colorado companies made the list, highlighting the state’s resilience…more
A restaurant building in Westminster, Colorado, is now on the market with an asking price of $3.5 million. The property, located at 8471 Church Ranch Blvd, is currently occupied by Contigo Taqueria, though the sales flyer for the spot suggests it may soon be vacant. The building, which spans 3,817 square feet, was constructed in…more
Noodles & Co. has promoted Joseph D. Christina to the role of president and chief executive officer, effective Aug. 31, 2025. Christina, the current president and chief operating officer, will succeed Drew Madsen, who is stepping down from the CEO position due to personal medical reasons but will continue to serve on the Board of…more
Students began moving into the expanded and renovated Village at Mines Park on Aug. 1, 2025. The Colorado School of Mines has more than doubled its on-campus housing capacity for graduate and upper-division undergraduate students with the opening of this $151 million project, which increases the bed count from 495 to 1,058. Located off 19th…more