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Lone Tree man builds massive pirate ship and turns it into a holiday light show

Sean Meighan, a former software engineer in Lone Tree, has become locally beloved for the Halloween and holiday shows that he puts on with a pirate ship in his front yard.

Denver7 Gives helps woman providing food, clothing for unhoused community

When the van a Denver woman used to transport food to the unhoused was stolen, she didn’t let it stop her from her mission. Thanks to Denver7 viewers, she was gifted a down payment for a new van.

Go on a trip under the sea at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science

While it's snowing in Colorado this holiday season, you can play in the sand at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.

Mentor helping Boulder County students live their dreams

The kids who take part in Boulder County’s I Have a Dream Foundation after school program have fun, but they get their homework done, too.

Nonprofit fulfills Henderson boy's dream of meeting Tom Brady

A 7-year old from Henderson, Colorado, just returned from the trip of a lifetime, and we have the pictures to prove it.

What's That?: The oldest Dairy Queen in Colorado

In a new edition of "What's That?," Denver7 spoke with the owners of the Dairy Queen in Longmont, which is the oldest Dairy Queen Colorado. It's also the oldest restaurant in the city.

Littleton senior gets wish granted, visits GM's electric vehicle factory

Robbie Robinson, 87, could pick anywhere to go in the country as part of program from the AARP that grants wishes to seniors, but he did not want to go to the beach or Grand Canyon.

"Wakanda Forever" actress, CU Boulder grad Aba Arthur hosts Denver screening

On Saturday, University of Colorado Boulder graduate Aba Arthur, who has a role in the new Marvel movie “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” held a private screening of the film in downtown Denver.

Take your kids on a trip to the moon at Denver Museum of Nature and Science

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is welcoming families this holiday season to live through the space race of the 1960s with their exhibit, "Apollo: When We Went to the Moon."

Dental Lifeline Network gives dentist a chance to help more people smile

While Dr. Van Zytveld has been volunteering his time for more than 40 years, in just the past 30, Dental Lifeline Network estimates he has provided $100,000 in comprehensive dental care.

Neighborhood rallies to help group of Afghan refugees

If you're looking to spread some good and also buy some goods, a sale on Saturday may be the perfect way to kickoff your holiday season.

Meet two families who found purpose and fulfillment through adoption

In honor of National Adoption Month (with National Adoption Day coming this Saturday), Denver7 spoke with two families who found passion and fulfillment through adoption.
Henderson student with leukodystrophy gets to meet Tom Brady

It's not every day that Tom Brady halts practice to meet you and play catch with your siblings. Seven-year-old Dorian Hernandez, who has leukodrystophy, just returned from special trip to Tampa.

Rapping janitor, Mr. Eli, entertains and inspires students in Aurora

Mr. Eli, a janitor at Coyote Hills Elementary in Aurora, keeps everything there fresh, including his rhymes.

Girls Inc. of Denver Metro café teaching girls about entrepreneurship

Strong, Smart, & Bold Beans Café, a social enterprise started by a group of Girls Inc. teen members, is teaching young women about entrepreneurship.

Realtors with big hearts helping veterans one room full of furniture at a time

Knock Knock Angels helps people find fresh starts after experiencing traumatic events like homelessness, domestic violence, or addiction. Scott Matthias helped found the Colorado chapter.

Aurora artist commissioned to create suitcase sculpture at DIA.

The artist Thomas "Detour" Evans has been commissioned by the Denver International Airport to create a new sculpture outside of the new Concourse B East.

New Song Church in northwest Denver to host Thanksgiving turkey giveaway

This Thanksgiving, New Song Church Ministries in northwest Denver will hold a Thanksgiving turkey giveaway.

Rocky Mountain Honor Flight guardian spends decade escorting veterans to DC

Joe Winslow has been escorting veterans on Rocky Mountain Honor Flights to Washington, DC for ten years.

Denver Broadway star to run NYC Marathon, raise awareness for cancer nonprofit

Sierra Boggess, who originated the role of Ariel in Broadway's "The Little Mermaid," plans to run the TCS New York City Marathon this weekend to raise money and awareness for Cancer Support Community.

7-year-old with rare disease gets sent off for 'dream' weekend by classmates

Tom Brady may be the most famous player in the NFL, but Dorian Hernandez is certainly the biggest superstar at Thimmig Elementary School.

Tony Hawk uses skateboarding to teach community organizing

Tony Hawk's The Skatepark Project launched a fellowship program to train skateboarding enthusiasts in community organizing and project management so they can build a skatepark in their neighborhoods.

Little Man Ice Cream donates to nonprofit to help seniors enjoy outdoors

"Salted Oreo" might be their most famous flavor, but nobody should be "salty" at Little Man Ice Cream.

Colorado couple defies odds of brain tumor diagnosis with travel, exercise

When you have a terminal brain tumor, and you have already undergone brain surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, the question becomes, "Now what?"
Denver woman experiencing 100 seizures a day finds breakthrough treatment

When your epilepsy is making you experience 100 seizures a day, and the medication is not working, does that mean you have to get brain surgery?

Broncos have a loyal following across the pond, with 'Denver Broncos UK'

"Denver Broncos U.K.," a podcast and social media page in England, has been uniting Broncos fans across the ponds for a few years now.

Family celebrates the Avs' Stanley Cup win with a massive display

You know you are a top-tier Colorado Avalanche fan when you have enough spare sweaters to create a massive Halloween display.

Tour guide shares love for state, capitol building with visitors every week

If you go to the state capitol for a tour, cross your fingers you get Janine Conklin as your tour guide. She has been educating visitors to the gold dome every week for the past ten years.

Aurora teacher Jimmy Day named 2023 Colorado Teacher of the Year

Jimmy Lee Day II, the band director and instumental music teacher at East Middle School in Aurora Public Schools, was named Colorado’s 2023 Teacher of the Year in a surprise ceremony.

Halloween costume ideas for kids at Arc Thrift Store

At Arc Thrift Stores, it does not take too long to find enough affordable Halloween costumes for the next decade.

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