http://denver.yourhub.comThe latest story posts in The Denver Newspaper Agency YourHub.comen-usnews@yourhub.com(c) 2009, YourHub.com5This story first appeared in the North Denver News, January 2007 Choosing Brown Elementary 'Tis the season to be evaluating school options for next fall. As a parent who endured this process last year, I know how distressing it can be. Luckily, there are a few good choices to consider. Our fa...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/General-Education/Story~169341.aspx1/11/2007 11:33:06 AMLinda Lidov Diverse Biblical Interpretations Are Explored Through Academic Presentations and Interactive Group Discussions A first-of-its-kind summit titled "Out of the Shadows Into the Light" is being held to allow clergy and church laypeople to have an open dialogue about gay and lesbian topi...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Faith/General-Faith/Story~172285.aspx1/18/2007 2:08:44 PMLinda Lidov Tony Curcio of northwest Denver announced today that he will run for the Denver's Board of Education's District 5 position. The position is currently held by Lucia Guzman, whose term ends with the November 2007 election. (See the boundaries of District 5 here.) "We live in a city that need...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/General-Education/Story~259949.aspx3/7/2007 12:10:12 PMLinda Lidov Gay & Lesbian Fund, Latina Initiative Among Local Backers of Campaign Geared to Bolster Latino Voter Turnout In a push to increase the number of Colorado Latino residents who cast their ballots in the 2008 elections, a national campaign called Ya Es Hora ¡Ciudadanía! ("Citizenshi...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Activism/Story~342886.aspx8/2/2007 11:34:57 AMLinda Lidov Job discrimination, adoption laws took effect in August (Posted on behalf of Mindy Barton, Legal Director of The Center) Colorado has taken two huge strides in the fight for justice for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people (GLBT) . Gov. Bill Ritter signed into law both the S...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/News/Law/Story~350465.aspx8/20/2007 12:33:36 PMLinda Lidov Rhonda Solis has lived most of her life in Greeley, Colorado, a fast-growing city with an agriculture-focused economy and a substantial Latino population. A Latina herself, Rhonda is constantly struck by the divisiveness that is caused by adverse attitudes toward Latinos in the region. Whether t...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Business-Profiles/Story~379225.aspx10/17/2007 3:56:00 PMLinda Lidov 20 th Annual Luminaria Walk - December 16 th The Harkness Heights Neighborhood Association celebrates its 20 th year hosting the annual "Luminaria Walk," a bright and festive activity that takes place every December. The streets are lit with luminaria candles while neighbors stroll alo...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Holidays/Christmas/Story~401070.aspx12/6/2007 11:36:11 AMLinda Lidov Advancing Equality Awards Are Presented to Four Individuals and Organizations for Their Outstanding Work The Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado has honored four Colorado individuals and organizations with the 2007 Advancing Equality Awards in recognition of their commitment to creating an ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Business-News/Story~401124.aspx12/6/2007 12:46:43 PMLinda Lidov Brown International Academy, a Denver Public School located in northwest Denver, will host a ground-breaking celebration for its new community garden. The garden will offer a unique center for community building, with an emphasis on offering the elementary students hands-on experiences that w...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Community-happenings/Story~433409.aspx2/25/2008 1:41:51 PMLinda Lidov [Updated Feb. 12, 2009] It is hard to believe the one-year anniversary of my dad's death is approaching later this month. On one hand it seems a lifetime ago, a dream. His two weeks in Hospice are in many ways a blur to me now, and because the months that followed were a whirlwind of emotion, th...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Announcements/Deaths/Story~436680.aspx3/4/2008 10:11:32 AMLinda Lidov Colorado Companies Encouraged To Comply With Nondiscrimination Law Before One-Year Anniversary of ENDA New Resource Sheds Light on Gender Expression, Discrimination, and the Law One year ago this month, Colorado passed into law an amended version of the Employment Nondiscrimination ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Business-News/Story~469560.aspx5/13/2008 11:32:29 AMLinda Lidov Come enjoy scrumptious food and grog, casino games and friendly fun for an adult evening on the town in the heart of LoDo, right across from Coors Field! Monte Carlo Casino Night will feature craps, roulette, black jack and a poker tournament (space is limited so reserve early). Fabulous...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Fundraising/Story~535285.aspx10/15/2008 11:00:52 AMLinda Lidov "I'm just so surprised at how many people make being gay a big issue. I think people need to be more accepting and just chill out." - High school student in Colorado In a candid discussion about sexuality that recently took place in a Northglenn High School classroom, students reflected upon ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/High-School/Story~538220.aspx10/21/2008 4:22:40 PMLinda Lidov Taking a stand on equality The Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado has honored five Colorado individuals and organizations with the 2008 Advancing Equality Awards to recognize their commitment to creating an inclusive and equal environment for all people. Each honoree has received a gift of $5...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Announcements/Awards/Story~555183.aspx12/4/2008 10:44:11 AMLinda Lidov It is hard to imagine that less than two years ago, it was actually legal in Colorado to discriminate against gay and transgender people simply for being who they are. But thanks to legislation that has passed under the Democratic-led legislature and Governor Bill Ritter, LGBT people in Colorad...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Opinion/General/Story~559542.aspx12/16/2008 4:28:57 PMLinda Lidov "I'm just so surprised at how many people make being gay a big issue. I think people need to be more accepting and just chill out." - High school student in Colorado In a candid discussion about sexuality that recently took place in a Northglenn High School classroom, students reflecte...http://denver.yourhub.com/Northglenn/Stories/Archive/Education/High-School/Story~560697.aspx12/19/2008 4:23:42 PMLinda Lidov School had been in session for scarcely a month when a painted swastika appeared near a boy's locker at Boulder's ManhattanMiddle School. A recent immigrant from Israel, he felt the swastika was targeted at him, and feared for his life. The principal, Martha Gustafson, instinctively washed off th...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/Middle/Story~572382.aspx1/26/2009 10:14:28 AMLinda Lidov In the 1980s, LaTerrell Bradford's monthly salary of $1,000 didn't get her very far in Los Angeles. After paying for rent, groceries, and childcare, there was nothing left to cover her son's immunization shots or dental visits. So her son went without. LaTerrell's financial status changed dramati...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~572390.aspx1/26/2009 10:20:29 AMLinda Lidov When Penny Welch moved from Portland, Oregon, to the rural town of Cortez in Colorado's remote southwest corner 10 years ago, she felt a dramatic difference in the political, cultural, and geographical climate of her new home. Due to a lack of information and news coming from Cortez's lim...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~572398.aspx1/26/2009 10:26:15 AMLinda Lidov Amber Maldonado had a full-ride college scholarship. Excited to leave her small hometown, she found herself in a new environment where she could escape a history of abuse by extended family members. But the freedom of anonymity caught up with her, and she got lost in the drug and alcohol scene. ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/College/Story~572409.aspx1/26/2009 10:31:41 AMLinda Lidov Universal Hopes and Dreams Some people describe the traditional family as being headed by a mom and a dad. With this definition, one northwest Denver family, comprising two moms and two dads, might be characterized as non-traditional. However, friends of Indra, Allison, Mark, and Geoffrey have...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~587591.aspx3/5/2009 10:19:55 AMLinda Lidov Brown International Academy has Denver Public Schools' (DPS) only lunchroom vegetable bar, bringing a refreshing change to the elementary cafeteria scene. The kids dig it, parents are pleased, and DPS gets to test out a new offering. If successful, the project may be extended to other schools. ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/Elementary/Story~608784.aspx4/28/2009 10:32:32 AMLinda Lidov At age 62, Shari Wilkins looks back on the time she has spent in her life helping people. From advocating for seniors, to speaking out for marriage equality, to helping the terminally ill, Shari has always played the role of educator and caregiver. Her desire to help others has not diminished wit...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~631073.aspx6/29/2009 11:42:44 AMLinda Lidov Former Denver Board of Education member Lucia Guzman has announced she will run for the District 34 Colorado State Senate seat in 2010. The seat is currently held by Sen. Paula Sandoval, who is term limited. A campaign kickoff party is scheduled for Thursday, July 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Metro ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/General/Story~633530.aspx7/6/2009 2:15:43 PMLinda Lidov The Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado has been named the 2009 Outstanding Foundation by National Philanthropy Day in Colorado. Every year, National Philanthropy Day h onors individuals, organizations, foundations, businesses, and corporations for their exceptional and impactful phila...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/About-Town/Story~654774.aspx9/10/2009 10:09:42 AMLinda Lidov Brown International Academy, a public elementary school in northwest Denver, will introduce students to fresh, locally grown produce and healthy eating practices through its new youth farmers market program. The initiative involves a collaboration among several Denver organizations including ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Education/Elementary/Story~658240.aspx9/22/2009 9:17:55 AMLinda Lidov Lorena Garcia grew up in a family of leaders. With activists and volunteers for parents, she followed in their footsteps by becoming a leader in her own right. Dedicating her life to women's rights advocacy both professionally and personally, the 27-year-old has made up her mind about right and ...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Faces-of/Story~658694.aspx9/23/2009 9:34:24 AMLinda Lidov The nomination process for the Gay & Lesbian Fund for Colorado's Advancing Equality Award program is open to the public for the first time this year. The awards are given to organizations and individuals that demonstrate a commitment to making Colorado a more equal, welcoming, and inclu...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Archive/Goings-on/Story~663075.aspx10/6/2009 12:03:58 PMLinda Lidov U.S. Secretary of the Interior and Former U.S. Senator Ken Salazar Endorses Lucía Guzmán for State Senate District 34 Salazar Joins Growing List of Endorsements in Favor of Guzmán Nov. 18, 2009, Denver, Colo. - The Lucía Guzmán for Colorado campaign announces it has received the end...http://denver.yourhub.com/Denver/Stories/Elections/Story~688789.aspx11/18/2009 11:34:03 AMLinda Lidov