Denver Needs Election Day Poll Workers   Two thousand citizens are needed to work at the polls on Election Day. You can help!  Please sign up. Need more information on voting in Denver? Visit the Denver Elections Division website.

Top Headlines Sunday, October 12, 2008 | 36 ° Overcast   UNDERAGE DRINKING ENFORCEMENT Denver businesses caught selling alcohol to minors   The Denver Police Department recently cited eight Denver businesses caught selling alcohol to a minor.  Fifteen establishments were ordered to appear before the Excise and License Bureau for license review.  The department’s Alcohol Enforcement Team conducted an age compliance operation February 15th, during which 27 bars, four liquor stores and one gas station were visited.      A release from the Denver Police Department says law enforcement officials were encouraged that the majority of establishments followed proper protocols, asking for I.D.’s and turning away minors who were trying to purchase alcohol.  They say that by doing so the businesses support efforts to curtail underage drinking.   Free Tax Preparation For Families Earning Less than $40,000   The Denver Asset Building Coalition (DABC) will help hard-working low-income families with their tax return preparation. This assistance will claim tax refunds from the Earned Income Tax Credit. A Tax SuperSite at 2980 Curtis St. will be open January 26 through April 15. with Saturday hours each weekend.        News Archives         Current Headlines      1 2

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Announcements Non-Profits Can Raise Cash as Poll Workers In an innovative effort to meet the need for Election Day poll workers, nonprofit organizations can organize their volunteers to work the polls and donate their fees as a fund-raiser for the organization. Only 2 Free Public Art Tours Remain This Year! Two Saturdays left to explore the City’s public art program. Don't miss out on these free tours - one in October, one in November. Sign up now!  Read more for details.   Energy Assistance Applications Accepted Applications are now being accepted for the Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). The maximum benefit has been increased for the upcoming season to help families pay their energy bills this upcoming winter.  2008 One Book, One Denver Picked Mayor Hickenlooper has unveiled the 2008 One Book, One Denver selection. Dashiell Hammett’s Classic "The Thin Man" will be at the center of community-wide activities and events through October. Build a Better Denver Citizens can follow progress on neighborhood bond projects. Visit the Better Denver website focusing to learn about capital maintenance, health and safety, transportation, libraries and cultural facilities and parks and recreation infrastructure. More Announcements      1