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Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville

"We're going to use as much as we can to make this place feel like the Dark Horse."

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Boulder&#x27;s World Famous <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Dark Horse Bar and Grill" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/04/01/dark-horse-auction-april-14-items-sale" data-vars-content-id="c2dbf89b-8378-45fe-be86-f5eb74f3d856" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/04/01/dark-horse-auction-april-14-items-sale" target="_self">Dark Horse Bar and Grill</a> plans to relocate to Louisville, Axios has learned.Why it matters: Boulder <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="may lose" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/02/13/boulder-dark-horse-closing-march" data-vars-content-id="c2dbf89b-8378-45fe-be86-f5eb74f3d856" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/02/13/boulder-dark-horse-closing-march" target="_self">may lose</a> one of its most beloved and eclectic dive bars — but fans won&#x27;t have to say goodbye for good.

CU Boulder research powers NASA Moon push

CU Boulder researchers are playing a key role in NASA's aim to return humans to the Moon.

NASA is shifting focus to returning humans to the Moon after <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Artemis II&#x27;s safe return" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/san-diego/2026/04/11/nasa-artemis-crew-land-san-diego-navy-recovery-mission" data-vars-content-id="3cced773-7fb1-4d44-9360-0cc32e3575fe" data-vars-headline="CU Boulder research powers NASA Moon push" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/san-diego/2026/04/11/nasa-artemis-crew-land-san-diego-navy-recovery-mission" target="_self">Artemis II&#x27;s safe return</a>, with Colorado researchers playing a key role in upcoming missions.Why it matters: Some of that research is happening in our backyard at University of Colorado Boulder.

Hill bar loses liquor license amid Boulder police probe

A University Hill bar will lose its license for 10 years after a police investigation.

A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="University Hill bar" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/03/27/boulder-police-investigate-assault-hill-bar" data-vars-content-id="5ca75f27-9bf5-4fed-80a5-eef92d627d7b" data-vars-headline="Hill bar loses liquor license amid Boulder police probe" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/boulder/2026/03/27/boulder-police-investigate-assault-hill-bar" target="_self">University Hill bar</a> will lose its liquor license and be barred from reapplying for 10 years under a settlement with the city, ending a licensing case tied to a police investigation.State of play: The deal closes the city&#x27;s case without a public hearing, leaving key details about the underlying police investigation undisclosed.

Chefs partner to cook Boulder shelter meals

Local chefs will prepare monthly meals using donated ingredients for shelter guests.

Boulder&#x27;s All Roads is teaming up with local chefs to cook monthly meals using donated ingredients for people experiencing homelessness at the overnight shelter.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a creative way to turn community generosity into something practical — hot meals — while bringing in culinary experts to improve the experience and dignity of shelter dining.

What to watch at this year's CU Boulder Conference on World Affairs

The four-day event brings global experts and marks CU's 150th anniversary.

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The University of Colorado Boulder kicks off its 78th annual Conference on World Affairs on Monday.Why it matters: The conference convenes global experts to examine major international issues while spotlighting CU&#x27;s role in shaping public discourse.

Osprey rivalry stirs nest drama in Boulder

A longtime nesting osprey fends off a rival in a dramatic midair clash.

A returning female osprey reclaimed her longtime Boulder County nest after battling a rival that briefly paired with her mate.Why it matters: The Boulder County Fairgrounds osprey cam has turned the saga into must-see wildlife TV.

Boulder International Film Festival sets schedule as Sundance looms

For the first time, it's moving to April.

The Boulder International Film Festival (BIFF) has announced its 2026 lineup — and for the first time, it&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="moving to April" data-vars-click-url="https://www.dailycamera.com/2025/11/14/biff-2026-festival-passes-on-sale/" data-vars-content-id="8c5e0db4-5354-483c-b1da-fb2cd0350c66" data-vars-headline="Boulder International Film Festival sets schedule as Sundance looms" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.dailycamera.com/2025/11/14/biff-2026-festival-passes-on-sale/" target="_blank">moving to April</a>.Why it matters: The shift shows how the longtime local festival is adjusting ahead of Sundance&#x27;s arrival in Boulder.

"Sex and the City" star to give CU commencement address

The Boulder native will help celebrate CU's 150th anniversary at the May 2 ceremony.

Boulder native and actress Kristin Davis will be the featured speaker at the University of Colorado Boulder&#x27;s spring commencement.Why it matters: Davis will not only be sending off the Class of 2026, but she will also help CU celebrate its 150th anniversary.

CU Boulder seeks dogs for Shakespeare role

Two small dogs will star in "Shakespeare in Love" this summer at CU Boulder.

Where art thou, Fido? The University of Colorado Boulder is searching for two dogs to star in this summer&#x27;s Colorado Shakespeare Festival.Why it matters: You always thought your dog was destined for the spotlight; now is your chance to prove it.

Big events and new businesses fuel Pearl Street momentum

Boulder is prepping its downtown core for a major comeback.

With a new leader and a pair of marquee events on the horizon, downtown Boulder is betting that national attention can help reenergize the Pearl Street Mall and reset its post-pandemic trajectory.Why it matters: As one of the city&#x27;s most recognizable landmarks and a major economic engine, a thriving downtown is key to Boulder&#x27;s ambition of becoming a regional destination for visitors, workers and businesses.

Boulder readies to roll out the red carpet for Sundance

Local leaders are prepping for Sundance's 2027 debut with housing, venues and strategy.

The Sundance Film Festival won&#x27;t make its official <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Boulder debut " data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/03/27/boulder-sundance-film-festival-2027" data-vars-content-id="2337f4dc-934d-4298-8097-2e7bf47febcc" data-vars-headline="Boulder readies to roll out the red carpet for Sundance" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/03/27/boulder-sundance-film-festival-2027" target="_self">Boulder debut </a>until early 2027, but 2026 will be all about laying the groundwork for one of the city&#x27;s biggest-ever arrivals.Why it matters: Landing Sundance is a major cultural win for Boulder, but realizing its full economic and reputational upside will require careful coordination across the city.

Andrea Gibson documentary offers a tender look at love, loss and legacy

The poet's last film explores how terminal illness reshaped their art and daily life.

On screen, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Andrea Gibson" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/10/01/andrea-gibson-colorado-poet-laureate" data-vars-content-id="b6076873-7256-455f-8dde-33d7ee4e2716" data-vars-headline="Andrea Gibson documentary offers a tender look at love, loss and legacy" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2023/10/01/andrea-gibson-colorado-poet-laureate" target="_self">Andrea Gibson</a> delivers a line that now lands like a farewell: &quot;Anyone who thinks poetry is frivolous has never needed someone to tell them something unspeakably hard, beautifully.&quot;<ul><li>The footage is from their final live show, recorded at Denver&#x27;s Paramount Theater this June. Gibson died in July — one month before their 50th birthday and four years after being diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer.</li></ul>

Colorado sees surge in bear encounters

Bear sighting and conflict reports have reached their highest level since 2019, state data shows.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has logged more than 5,000 bear reports so far this year — the most since 2019 and a sign of growing friction where wild habitat meets human life.Why it matters: As bear sightings and interactions climb, so do the chances of dangerous encounters for both people and bears.

Culture

Scoop: Dark Horse bar to reopen in Louisville

What to watch at this year's CU Boulder Conference on World Affairs

Longmont library showcases Peeps literary dioramas

Osprey rivalry stirs nest drama in Boulder

Boulder International Film Festival sets schedule as Sundance looms