Joanne Davidson was The Denver Post's society editor for 29 years before retiring in July 2015. She quickly discovered she wasn't ready for the rocking chair, so she dusted off her evening gowns and returned to the paper as a freelance reporter, writing feature stories and covering charitable fundraising events in the metro area. When she's not attending a gala, you can find her out walking her dogs or sampling the food in one of Denver's great restaurants.
The chefs who create all the delicious food served at Denver Health's 2017 Hot Rocks Griller Challenge don't spend all their time behind the grill. Just like the 1,000 ticket-holders,...
Money raised at the SuperHeroes Gala will enable Courageous Faces to continue and expand its services for individuals living with rare and severe medical conditions.
This year's competitors included Denver Mayor Michael Hancock; state Rep. Joe Salazar; attorney Michael Sawaya and David Lopez, chef at El Chingon Restaurant.
The $1.13 million that was raised will help the foundation continue its support for things like fitness and leadership development programs that take place after the school day ends.
Attorney April Jones chaired the 12th annual Women with Hattitude, which raised a "significant" amount for the Women's Voices Fund at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.