The DINEA Organization -Diversity in Education Advocates-

“People need to realize that the fight to protect places like this doesn’t end with the founding of a national park.The fight will always be there, and every generation will have to fight.”

David Chávez and Jonathan Arias grew up in different parts of crime-ridden El Salvador in the 2010s, but they suffered the same brutal fate.

At age 14, Arias was caught in the crossfire of a shootout between rival gangs, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. Chávez was also 14 when he was shot and paralyzed during a robbery by gang members.

El Salvador during this time offered few opportunities for young people, even for those who had everything going for them. For two teens unable to use their legs, the future was especially bleak.

Fast forward to 2026. El Salvador is competing in the Winter Paralympics for the first time in history, and it’s Chávez and Arias who are blazing the trail — on two skis. They have qualified for the Para cross-country skiing event, training on thick, wet sand in the absence of snow.

Read more: nbcnews.app.link/LDFPHg5cn1b

With hunger in Colorado at its highest level in a decade and federal food aid shrinking, the Food Bank of the Rockies is turning to its Food Rescue Program to help bridge a widening gap for families in need. Our story in the comments explains how to help.

La Cache volunteer named Denver7 Everyday Hero for decades of service helping Children’s Hospital Colorado Arlene Olvey is La Cache’s oldest volunteer at 103 years old. Olvey has volunteered for Children’s Hospital Colorado for more than 40 years and still spends her Friday mornings at La Cache.

We are feeling incredibly grateful.

Because of your overwhelming support and generosity, we are able to move forward with some HUGE improvements for the animals in our care.

Thanks to our donors, we are now able to:

Repair our hot water tank�Begin electrical upgrades to support expansion�Move forward toward building a spay/neuter clinic�Improve heating to keep animals safer and more comfortable

Every donation, share, and kind word truly makes a difference in the lives of animals who need it most.

Your support is helping us grow, improve care, and reach more animals in need than ever before.

From all of us (and all the wagging tails and grateful purrs)… thank you for being part of this mission.

👗✨ Prom Swap Donations Needed!
Have gently-used formalwear sitting in your closet? Donate it to support Broomfield Library’s annual Prom Swap and help make prom season magical for local teens!

📍 Bring clean items to the 2nd Floor Reference Desk between:
📅 Jan. 27 – March 21
🧥 Items especially needed:
Suits, vests, dress shirts and dress pants
Dresses (all styles)
Formal shoes
Accessories like ties, belts, jewelry and more!

🛍️ Then, on March 21 from 1–4 p.m., stop by the Prom Swap and find a new-to-you dream outfit, completely FREE!
✨ Donations of formalwear that reflect a wide variety of styles are encouraged to ensure everyone finds a look that fits their personality and needs.
🔗 Learn more at Compass.Broomfield.org