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Rattlesnake bites are up in Colorado this summer

The state's warm, dry winter helped create conditions for the venomous reptiles to emerge earlier than usual..

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Rattlesnake bites are climbing in Colorado and across <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="parts of the West" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/salt-lake-city/2026/06/18/rattlesnake-bites-double-utah-hiking" data-vars-content-id="4fcc404b-e4e9-418b-a59e-a309638e4eec" data-vars-headline="Rattlesnake bites are up in Colorado this summer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/salt-lake-city/2026/06/18/rattlesnake-bites-double-utah-hiking" target="_self">parts of the West</a> this summer due in part to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="record-warm, dry winter" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/23/the-west-s-record-breaking-warm-winter-mapped" data-vars-content-id="4fcc404b-e4e9-418b-a59e-a309638e4eec" data-vars-headline="Rattlesnake bites are up in Colorado this summer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/23/the-west-s-record-breaking-warm-winter-mapped" target="_self">record-warm, dry winter</a> that experts say prompted the venomous reptiles to emerge earlier than usual.Why it matters: State wildlife officials say hikers, trail runners and dog owners should be extra vigilant as snake activity ramps up across the state.

Gut-wrecking stomach bug cases confirmed "throughout" Colorado

The state has recored 90 cases this year.

Health

Colorado public health officials have recorded 90 local cases of a parasite so far this year, though where specifically remains unclear.The big picture: The gastrointestinal illness — called cyclosporiasis — is caused by a microscopic parasite spreading through contaminated food

Victor Marx wins GOP nod for Colorado governor in tight race

The Colorado Springs resident's past is a red flag that Democrats will spotlight in the general election.

Election

Political newcomer Victor Marx, who said he once killed a man at age 7, narrowly emerged as the winner of the Republican primary for governor, a week <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="after the election" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/07/01/colorado-democratic-primary-results-takeaways" data-vars-content-id="c19e9572-7d23-4169-ad4e-5fcbabcf4e25" data-vars-headline="Victor Marx wins GOP nod for Colorado governor in tight race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/07/01/colorado-democratic-primary-results-takeaways" target="_self">after the election</a>.Why it matters: The Colorado Springs resident&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="controversial past" data-vars-click-url="https://www.9news.com/video/news/local/local-politics/victor-marx-on-his-claims-about-his-life/73-f8d30137-0dce-4b59-a9ee-a266cb23fc13" data-vars-content-id="c19e9572-7d23-4169-ad4e-5fcbabcf4e25" data-vars-headline="Victor Marx wins GOP nod for Colorado governor in tight race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.9news.com/video/news/local/local-politics/victor-marx-on-his-claims-about-his-life/73-f8d30137-0dce-4b59-a9ee-a266cb23fc13" target="_blank">controversial past</a> gives Democrats a line of attack in November&#x27;s general election, making the uphill climb even steeper for Republicans, who haven&#x27;t won the governor&#x27;s office in 14 years.

The greatest Red Rocks concerts of all time, according to readers

Immortal performances include Rage Against the Machine in 1996, U2 in 1983 and The Beatles in 1964.

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The rush of hearing live music at a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="natural mountain amphitheater" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/09/10/red-rocks-shows-attendance-capacity" data-vars-content-id="0a9166c5-b822-458b-a581-028814b0adff" data-vars-headline="The greatest Red Rocks concerts of all time, according to readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/09/10/red-rocks-shows-attendance-capacity" target="_self">natural mountain amphitheater</a> in a sleepy Colorado town transforms a concert into something closer to a spiritual experience.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="That&#x27;s Red Rocks" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/20/red-rocks-concerts-2026-lineup" data-vars-content-id="0a9166c5-b822-458b-a581-028814b0adff" data-vars-headline="The greatest Red Rocks concerts of all time, according to readers" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/20/red-rocks-concerts-2026-lineup" target="_self">That&#x27;s Red Rocks</a>. Those two words represent countless memories, performances, sounds and unforgettable nights at the crown jewel of American music venues.

Fort Collins named one of America's best towns to visit in 2026

The small city north of Denver is finally getting some national love.

Fort Collins landed at No. 5 on CNN Travel&#x27;s list of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="America&#x27;s Best Towns to Visit in 2026" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnn.com/travel/best-towns-america-list-2026" data-vars-content-id="82ae11cb-cbd6-4826-84cf-4fe56ebb2fc8" data-vars-headline="Fort Collins named one of America&#x27;s best towns to visit in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnn.com/travel/best-towns-america-list-2026" target="_blank">America&#x27;s Best Towns to Visit in 2026</a>, out Wednesday. Why it matters: This north-central Colorado city, about an hour from Denver, rarely gets national attention, making this recognition feel overdue.

Denver Pride headliner presses Patagonia to drop lawsuit

The drag performer is urging supporters to pressure Patagonia to end the case.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Denver Pride" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/02/new-denverpride-june-2026" data-vars-content-id="feb3e027-6bc8-4163-a8d7-04725b4ac4ef" data-vars-headline="Denver Pride headliner presses Patagonia to drop lawsuit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/03/02/new-denverpride-june-2026" target="_self">Denver Pride</a> headliner and drag performer Pattie Gonia is urging outdoor apparel giant Patagonia to drop its trademark lawsuit against her over her drag name — and calling on fans to pressure the company to do the same.Why it matters: Pattie Gonia — who asks to be identified <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="by her first name, Wyn" data-vars-click-url="https://apnews.com/article/pattie-gonia-new-york-climate-week-drag-show-568f444ea11736ac3b8f11d0ef1e5e71" data-vars-content-id="feb3e027-6bc8-4163-a8d7-04725b4ac4ef" data-vars-headline="Denver Pride headliner presses Patagonia to drop lawsuit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://apnews.com/article/pattie-gonia-new-york-climate-week-drag-show-568f444ea11736ac3b8f11d0ef1e5e71" target="_blank">by her first name, Wyn</a> — said the lawsuit lands as LGBTQ+ people face a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="wave of legislation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights-2026" data-vars-content-id="feb3e027-6bc8-4163-a8d7-04725b4ac4ef" data-vars-headline="Denver Pride headliner presses Patagonia to drop lawsuit" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.aclu.org/legislative-attacks-on-lgbtq-rights-2026" target="_blank">wave of legislation</a> aimed at limiting their rights.

Denver's Carrie Baird competes as a castaway chef

Denver chef Carrie Baird recently traded brunch service for the wild.

Things to Do

Denver chef Carrie Baird recently traded brunch service for the wild.Why it matters: It&#x27;s just the latest national spotlight for Baird, one of Colorado&#x27;s most recognizable culinary personalities thanks to her previous success on Bravo&#x27;s &quot;Top Chef&quot; and Food Network&#x27;s &quot;Beat Bobby Flay.&quot;

Cult favorites and live performances return for Film on the Rocks

The lineup boasts movie classics and a recent Oscar-winning film.

Four classics and a recent Oscar juggernaut will headline this year&#x27;s Film on the Rocks series, kicking off in June.State of play: The five screenings at Red Rocks Amphitheatre will be accompanied by live performances, event organizer Denver Film said.

Lord of Lactose creams Denver rival in Wash Park milk-chug battle

A milk-chugging challenge drew crowds and a surprise champion.

The Bovine Baron took on the Lord of Lactose in a Saturday milk-chugging duel at Washington Park.State of play: An April Fool&#x27;s prank turned 24-year-old Liam Poultney (aka the Bovine Baron) into a Mile High milk-swilling sensation — luring challengers and side-eyes, as the joke quickly curdles into something bigger.

A free exhibition in Denver will display founding documents

The traveling exhibition will make eight stops to commemorate the country's 250th birthday.

Colorado&#x27;s getting a special gift <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="for its 150th anniversary" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/06/new-stamp-celebrates-colorado-150-birthday" data-vars-content-id="cdf56611-b314-4ea6-b8c7-5198b4faae8c" data-vars-headline="A free exhibition in Denver will display founding documents" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/01/06/new-stamp-celebrates-colorado-150-birthday" target="_self">for its 150th anniversary</a> — and it&#x27;s tied to the country&#x27;s own 250th celebration this year.Zoom in: The Freedom Plane National Tour will stop at History Colorado Center in Denver starting May 28 and make foundational documents available for public viewing for the first time.

Molly Brown House debuts rare Titanic artifacts

The new artifacts will be on display through December.

Five days before the Titanic sank, American writer Archibald Gracie penned an unknowingly foreboding letter aboard the colossal ocean liner.Zoom in: &quot;It is a fine ship this, but I shall await my journey&#x27;s end before I pass judgment on her,&quot; he wrote in a letter dated April 10, 1912, sending the letter a day later when the ship was docked in Queenstown, Ireland.

Presale launches for Underground Music Showcase

The music festival will make its RiNo debut in July.

Presale tickets are now available for the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Underground Music Showcase" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/02/09/ums-underground-music-showcase-denver-2026" data-vars-content-id="508644d1-3435-456e-9d5c-aa9127057b88" data-vars-headline="Presale launches for Underground Music Showcase" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2026/02/09/ums-underground-music-showcase-denver-2026" target="_self">Underground Music Showcase</a> as it makes its debut this July in the River North Art District.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a new era for Denver&#x27;s largest and longest-running music festival, as organizers hope to turn its cultural capital <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="into financial viability" data-vars-click-url="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/07/01/denver-ums-underground-music-showcase-shutting-down/" data-vars-content-id="508644d1-3435-456e-9d5c-aa9127057b88" data-vars-headline="Presale launches for Underground Music Showcase" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/07/01/denver-ums-underground-music-showcase-shutting-down/" target="_blank">into financial viability</a>.

What to see at the Denver Art Museum this spring

Here are five exhibitions worthy of your time.

Local Brief

One of Denver&#x27;s most celebrated fine arts museums this spring will showcase couture fashion, Australian Indigenous works and perhaps the weirdest utensils ever imagined. Zoom in: The Denver Art Museum and The Kirkland currently house over a dozen unique exhibitions, but more will arrive in the coming months.

Culture

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Denver Pride takes over downtown this weekend