Corinne Westeman

Golden

Reporter at Colorado Community Media

Golden Transcript reporter for the Colorado Trust for Local News. Will RT regional news. Wichitan, Jayhawk & Golden girl. “Laugh hard. Run fast. Be kind.”

Articles

Goldenite Corner: Two professors with local ties win prestigious national fellowships

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

Golden has long been a city of thinkers and researchers, as demonstrated by this year’s class of Andrew Carnegie Fellows. Of only 26 academics across the country who received special funding for their research, two have ties to Golden. Colorado School of Mines professor Jessica M. Smith and University of Washington-Bothell professor Nora Kenworthy — a Golden High School Class of 2000 graduate — were among this year’s recipients.
Ore 4 Orediggers: Mines earns four medals, eight podium spots at track & field nationals

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

When faced with her final two races as a college athlete, Colorado School of Mines senior Jenna Ramsey-Rutledge decided to go out in true Oredigger style — securing a piece of precious metal. On May 22, Ramsey-Rutledge won the silver medal in the women’s 10K race at the NCAA Division II Outdoor Track & Field Championships, following up on her individual national championship in the women’s 5K at March’s indoor nationals.
Arvada man charged with kidnapping, assault for attacking Rock Rest server

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office has charged an Arvada man with kidnapping, assault and five other counts after he reportedly attacked a server, choked her and threatened her with a gun on May 21 at the Golden-area Rock Rest Lodge. According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, the server didn’t sustain any major injuries during the May 21 incident.
Kayakers prepare for run-off season on Golden's Clear Creek

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year, for kayakers. Golden’s Clear Creek Whitewater Park is a popular destination year-round, but June typically kicks off the summer run-off season for Clear Creek and other waterways in Colorado. As the water gets higher and faster, officials recommend those recreating in and on Clear Creek should check the warning flag status before doing so. If the creek is safe for their chosen activity, they should proceed with caution.
Environment Archives - Colorado Community Media

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Monte Whaley |Belen Ward |Corinne Westeman |Chris Koeberl

Posted inNews It’s almost the most wonderful time of the year, for kayakers. Golden’s Clear Creek Whitewater Park is a popular destination year-round, but June typically kicks off the summer run-off season for Clear Creek and other waterways in Colorado.
Arvada man arrested for attacking server with a gun at Rock Rest Lodge

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

An Arvada man has been arrested after he reportedly choked a server and threatened her with a gun on May 21 at the Golden-area Rock Rest Lodge. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed Brandon Montano, 30, is in custody on suspicion of second-degree kidnapping, second-degree assault – strangulation, menacing and other crimes. He is being held on a $100,000 cash bond, JCSO confirmed.
Goldenites ‘impressed’ with latest designs for new municipal center

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

For now, the City of Golden’s new municipal center and police headquarters still only exists on paper, but that won’t be the case for much longer. Golden will break ground this summer at the vacant lot at 311 10th St. City Manager Scott Vargo said the city has tentatively scheduled a groundbreaking ceremony and open-house-type event for the evening of July 23, but Golden is still finalizing details. The city will also finalize its budget around that time, he said.
Jefferson Symphony Orchestra closes out 2024-25 season with “Star Wars” concert

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

Music is much like the Force from the “Star Wars” franchise. To paraphrase Jedi Master Yoda, music surrounds people and binds them together. One must feel the music around them, between the violins, the trumpets, the flutes, the drums — everywhere. Even between the conductor and the audience. That’s exactly what Music Director J. Arturo González and the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra members were hoping for on May 18, as they hosted a special “Star Wars”-themed concert as their 2024-25 season finale.
Live Music Archives - Colorado Community Media

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Clarke Reader |Monte Whaley |Nicky Quinby |Corinne Westeman

Posted inNews Music is much like the Force from the “Star Wars” franchise. To paraphrase Jedi Master Yoda, music surrounds people and binds them together. One must feel the music around them, between the violins, the trumpets, the flutes, the drums — everywhere. Even between the conductor and the audience. That’s exactly what Music Director J.
Volunteers, visitors prepare Golden Cemetery for busy Memorial Day weekend

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Corinne Westeman

Despite the name, the Golden Cemetery is full of life in mid- to late May. Robins and sparrows glide between the tops of the headstones. Magpies, hawks and other large birds soar in the blue sky overhead. Squirrels run up and down the grounds’ many trees. A fox runs among the lush green grass that covers the graves. And on May 20, there were dozens of volunteers and visitors stopping by ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.