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Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Protest planned at Arvada bistro after breast feeding controversy
DENVER (KDVR) — A nursing mothers' protest is planned outside of a popular Arvada bistro, in light of a recent breastfeeding controversy. Melanie Kiernan said she was recently approached by staff at the Stone Cellar Bistro in Olde Town Arvada and told to stop breastfeeding her young son. Colorado Parks and Wildlife kills grey wolf in Pitkin County after attacks on livestock Kiernan said her family posted two different reviews of the experience, and the incident soon took off on social media. The Arvada native said the bistro had been slow to apologize, until doing so earlier this week, on social media. The owners have also expressed an interest in apologizing in person. Saturday's protest, which Kiernan said she didn't organize, is slated to begin at 3 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
22-05-2025
- CBS News
Colorado teenage driver out on PR bond arrested for eluding police ... again
A teenage driver was taken into custody early Tuesday morning after an early morning pursuit with Arvada police. It happened just before 4 a.m. when an Arvada police officer saw a silver sedan speeding southbound on Wadsworth Avenue near 68th Avenue. That officer said the car was obviously going above the 45 mph speed limit. Turning on the flashing lights of his patrol vehicle, the officer tried to stop the speeding driver, but it sped up and fled before hitting a curb, going airborne into a gas station parking lot and crashing into a light pole. The collision was captured on the gas station's security camera. An image from a security video shows the car crashing into a light pole. Arvada Police "It very easily could've been a fatality," said Arvada PD Detective Dave Snelling. According to the arrest affidavit, 18-year-old Daniel Hummel was behind the wheel. Last month, he was arrested for eluding troopers from the Colorado State Patrol in Jefferson County, reaching speeds of 125 miles an hour, per court documents. Daniel Hummel Arvada Police "[Our investigation] discovers he's out on a $5,000 personal recognizance bond, meaning that he just promises to reappear, leaves on some conditions," explained Snelling. "Obviously he didn't abide by some of those things and here we have it again." It's a dangerous consequence, Snelling believes, of PR bonds. "It takes so much to get somebody arrested and through the jail and through the process," Snelling said. "While they're still awaiting a court process, they are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, but it would really be protective of the community if there was some responsibility set to make sure that we're not committing crimes between the time we're arrested and the time we do go to court." Tire marks are seen on the road where the vehicle went off the road. CBS Like alleged repeat offenders like Hummel, who -- according to the arrest affidavit -- told police, "Sometimes getting in high-speed chases with y'all is fun." And, on the night of crash in Arvada, with three passengers in his car, said he was going upwards of 80 miles an hour. "To elude police with a carload of people, incredibly dangerous," said Snelling. After the crash, two passengers were treated for minor injuries and the third was taken to the hospital. Court documents reveal that a passenger suffered several serious fractures to her back. On Wednesday, a judge set a $75,000 cash bond for Hummel who is being held in the Jefferson County Jail. He is facing numerous charges, including: • Three counts of felony eluding • Two counts of vehicular assault • One count of DUI, as well as other traffic-related offenses Hummel is due in court for a formal filing of charges on May 28.
Forbes
14-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
America's Best Whiskey, According To The American Distilling Institute
The Best in Category and Best in Class American Whiskeys from the ADI's 2025 International Spirits Competition getty Each year, the American Distilling Institute hosts the ADI International Spirits Competition. This prestigious event recognizes excellence in craft spirits and is open to American and international distilleries. Below is a brief background and tasting notes on the "Best of Class" and "Best of Category" American whiskey winners from the recently completed 2025 competition. Taluna's Cask & Stave was selected as America's Best Whiskey at the 2025 ADI Spirits Competition. Taluna, in Arvada, Colorado, holds the distinction of being America's first distillery dedicated exclusively to producing single pot still whiskey. Established in 2017 by Patrick and Meagan Miller, the distillery was inspired by the couple's honeymoon in Ireland and their love for traditional Irish whiskey. The name "Talnua" combines the Irish-Gaelic words "Talamh" (land) and "Nua" (new), reflecting their mission to bring old-world distilling traditions to the new land of America. Talnua's uses triple distillation in copper pot stills and a mash bill of 50% malted and 50% unmalted barley, adhering closely to traditional Irish methods while incorporating American innovation. The whiskey is aged a minimum of three years in ex-bourbon white oak casks with the addition of charred virgin American white oak staves from the onset of maturation. The nose features fresh marshmallows, lightly charred oak wood, cooked cereal/malt, caramel, vanilla, and a hint of candied, pink bubble gum-like sweetness. The whiskey is light on the palate, exhibiting subtle cooked grain flavors, hints of marshmallow, vanilla, caramel, and a touch of white pepper. The finish is medium length and fresh, featuring lingering notes of seasoned oak and wood spices, with mellow undertones of vanilla and caramel that fade gracefully. This expression showcases Talnua's commitment to blending traditional Irish and American whiskey-making techniques. The result is a unique and approachable whiskey that offers a uniquely American perspective on the single Irish pot still style. Knobel Spirits produces handcrafted Tennessee whiskey, utilizing the Lincoln County Process, a unique filtration method through maple wood charcoal before aging. This process, a defining characteristic of Tennessee whiskey, imparts a distinctly sweet flavor profile to the spirit. The mash bill is undisclosed. The whiskey is aged for approximately five years in new charred American oak barrels. The whiskey is sweet and rich on the nose, featuring caramel, spicy candied orange zest, fresh orange, hints of vanilla, almond, and oak. The palate features fresh-baked sugar cookies, baked apple, ginger, and spice notes of cinnamon, clove, and a little allspice. The finish is long, sweet, and spicy, with lingering notes of orange zest and baked apple pie. An American single malt whiskey with mince pies getty Stranahan's is a pioneer in American single malt whiskey. The Mountain Angel 10-Year is their first age-stated expression, showcasing the impact of Colorado's high-altitude aging. The whiskey is based on a mash bill of 100% malted barley aged ten years in new American oak barrels with a #3 char. The whiskey is sweet and fruity, featuring sweet fruit liqueurs, glazed cherries, Cognac, and aromatic pipe smoke aromas. On the palate, the whiskey features brown sugar, dark molasses, maple bars, caramel, vanilla, and caramelized wood. It's rich, smooth, and viscous with a pronounced mouth weight. The finish is long and silky, with lingering notes of dried fruit and sweet smoke. Bird Creek Distillery, Cask Strength Baronesse, 57.5% ABV, 750 ml. Bird Creek Distillery specializes in single malt American whiskeys, using unique barley strains like Baronesse, sourced from Joseph's Grainery in Colfax, Washington. The Oregon-based distillery uses a mash bill of 100% Baronesse barley and ages its whiskey for four to five years. Baronesse barley is a rare, heirloom two-row spring barley variety developed by Washington State University. It has found a niche among craft distillers and brewers who value heritage grains for their distinctive flavor profiles. Baronesse imparts floral and malt/grain-forward aromas of warm cereal and honeyed biscuit. It creates a creamy, full-bodied texture on the palate with rich malt sweetness, toasted grain, honey, graham cracker, and nutty flavors. The whisky features a rich, aromatic malt character on the nose with bread dough and earthy, steeped black tea notes. The palate exhibits cooked cereal/malt, sugared breakfast cereal, vanilla, caramel, and milk chocolate flavors. The finish is long and sweet with lingering cooked cereal and graham cracker notes. This limited-edition blend celebrates North American whiskey traditions, combining well-aged spirits from Canada and the U.S. The bottling blends 23 and 24-year-old Canadian whiskey with 11-year-old Kentucky Corn Whiskey, eight-year-old American Light Whiskey, and Indiana Rye. The whiskey is sweet and herbal, featuring honey, vanilla, caramel, seasoned oak, menthol, and mint. It's fruity on the palate, showcasing red berries, apples, cherry syrup, black pepper, and herbal menthol flavors. The finish is long, semi-sweet, and slightly spirity, with lingering notes of mint and black pepper. Uncle Nearest honors the legacy of Nathan "Nearest" Green, the first African-American master distiller. The Master Blend Edition is a cask-strength release, hand-selected by Master Blender Victoria Eady Butler. The mash bill is not disclosed. The whiskey undergoes the Lincoln County Process of maple wood charcoal aging and is typically matured for at least six years. The whiskey features cinnamon, caramel, vanilla, seasoned oak, black pepper, and aged tobacco leaf on the nose. It's rich and viscous on the palate with a pronounced mouth weight, exhibiting buttered cinnamon toast, earthy and herbal notes, and a pronounced spicy character. The finish is long, sweet, and spicy with lingering notes of caramel, cinnamon, and clove. Texas-based Bendt Distilling emphasizes grain-to-glass production, using locally sourced grains to craft their spirits. The mash bill comprises soft winter red wheat, yellow dent corn, and Maris Otter malted barley. The whiskey is aged four years in new American oak casks with a 3.5 char. The nose features slight floral aromas, cooked cereal, baking bread, and poached orchard fruit aromas. It's smooth, sweet, and slightly fruity, with fresh-baked buttery croissant and subtle notes of pear and red berry flavors. The finish is long, slightly sweet with lingering baked bread and subtle brown sugar notes. Other notable Best of Category winners in their respective categories included New Brighton Distillery Amity Corn Whiskey, Hermann Farm Distillery Sour Cherry Flavored Whiskey, and Rocker Spirits Triticale Whiskey. The American Distilling Institute (ADI) is a leading trade organization for craft and independent distillers in the United States. Founded in 2003, ADI supports the growth and success of small-scale distillers through education, advocacy, networking, and promotion of best practices in the industry. ADI's annual spirits competition often highlights up-and-coming brands, many of which have yet to establish national distribution. For the whiskey connoisseur, the competition offers an excellent insight into what will likely be tomorrow's American whiskey stars.
CBS News
12-05-2025
- CBS News
Arvada police continue investigation of shooting at Colorado rental property: "I saw this bullet hole in my fridge"
Arvada police are asking for the public's help in identifying suspects in a shooting that happened in the 9200 block of Highland Place on Friday night in the Denver suburb. The gunfire erupted at a party after a group of people was told to leave. According to police, they returned and opened fire. No one was injured or hit, but residents like Cayce Goldberg heard the shooting and found bullet holes in their own homes. "I came into my garage to just grab a beer and relax, and I saw this bullet hole in my fridge," he told CBS News Colorado. Multiple bullet holes were seen in his garage, with one piercing his freezer, putting multiple holes in a loaf of frozen bread. Cayce Goldberg points to a bullet hole he says was left after a shooting outside his Arvada home on Saturday, May 10, 2025. CBS The home, right near Goldberg's residence, is a short-term rental property that's licensed with the city. Neighbors say it's been the site of loud parties in the past, but nothing quite like this. "I step back in the living room and then I heard the same thing just a few seconds later," said Michael Layer, who lives just down the block. "It was a crack, crack, crack, crack, crack. But there were fire blasts behind it, so I knew it was gunfire." While Arvada has had prior problems with a growing number of unlicensed short-term rentals operating on websites like Airbnb and VRBO, this house was registered with the city. That, according to Arvada police spokesman Chase Amos, made the start of the investigation easier. "We do have some recourse, so we can go after and discuss issues with the properties as they come up," he said. "We do have that point of contact that we can follow up with and ask if this is a one-off issue with that particular owner, or is this a recurring problem where we need to look into revoking a license?" Some residents, like Goldberg, are unnerved by the situation and expressed concern to CBS Colorado about the number of rental properties being used for parties and other activities beyond the eyes of parents or authorities. Layer felt that the onus landed squarely on the property owners. "Airbnbs are fine, but you gotta be careful about who you rent them to," he said. "It's such a quiet neighborhood and it's always been so mellow and a good community of people and I've just never seen anything like this over here," Goldberg said. So far, there are no suspects that Arvada police can share publicly, but they told CBS Colorado they are gathering other surveillance of the area.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Arvada police looking for suspect in deadly hit-and-run
DENVER (KDVR) — The Arvada Police Department said the driver of a pick-up truck hit a man in a moving wheelchair early Thursday morning, then took off. Detectives said the victim was riding his wheelchair northbound in a southbound lane on Wadsworth Boulevard, near West 53rd Avenue, when he was hit. 'She made a difference': Vigil honors beloved science teacher killed in Weld County crash While a suspected driver has not been identified, the suspected truck has been located. The family said the victim is James Aguilar, a father of one, who recently started using a wheelchair. Police said the victim was riding with his pet hamster in his lap. The hamster did survive. The family has established the following GoFundMe page. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
