Dems’ Big Plans for 2023, Weekend Recs, and Stock Show Trivia!
It’s Friday and we’re back in studio rounding up the news of the week! The legislative session kicks off Monday, and after the GOP‘s face-plant in November, the Dems hold a super majority. So, what are they gonna do with all that power? Our official state politics and green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval joins producer Paul Karolyi and host Bree Davies to dish her legislative speculation. Plus, we’re talking all about the Stock Show, which stampeded back into town on Thursday. Think you know about one of the biggest agricultural events in the region? Paul puts Justine and Bree’s Stock Show knowledge to the test. Plus, stay tuned until the end of the show for some sweet weekend recommendations and a bittersweet goodbye (and hello) for the City Cast Denver team.
Definitely check out Dos Luces Brewery’s site for a better explanation of their special chicha and pulque brews.
The events we considered for the Official City Cast Denver Maybe For Your Weekend:
- inspiraHike for the new year!
- Sensory friendly morning at the DAM
- Movies at the CO Symphony - Harry Potter
- Beer dinner at Dos Luces
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