Issue 22

The speculation of what was going to happen to the Stapleton control tower is finally over. The Stapleton landmark has been involved in several rumors from turning into general use office space, to a high end restaurant. Four days ago McDonalds Corporation made the purchase from Forrest City for an undisclosed sum, and two days ago, one of the most recognizable logos in the world was placed upon the top of the tower. “We are excited to have such a powerful brand grace our community,” said Forrest City President Phil Dargossi. “We were having some challenges in finding interested buyers, and luckily, McDonalds kind of came in and swooped us off our feet.” According to Forrest City, there were other interested investors; however, none wanted to commit to the enormous financial responsibility that would have been involved in the renovation. “We know this is going to be an extremely unique project for us,” said McDonalds Executive Vice President of Development Grant Beerbower. “Honestly, the main part of the project for us is getting the positive PR and then the incredible advertising that it brings us being on the tower.” Beerbower is not sure what the layout will look like, but wants to do something to allow patrons to take a view from the top. Many residents are disappointed in the decision to allow McDonalds to purchase the landmark. “We took this classic piece of Stapleton, and now have this corporate monstrosity here,” says resident Stacy Wolf. “I would have rather had them tear it down.” Residents are already planning a boycott and march against the chain restaurant. “I strongly recommend that no one eat at McDonalds again,” said Wolf. As of now, McDonalds still does not have any blueprints of what they will do, but they plan to begin renovation in late March. ]]>

The popular Yahoo group Stapleton Moms shut down last week in solidarity with Wikipedia in a stand against the proposed legislation SOPA (Stop Online Piracy Act). Stapleton Moms has several posters that share video links on topics such as how to calm a crying baby to short workout videos. “We understand the intent of the legislation,” says Stapleton Moms moderator Amanda Witherow. “We just think the legislation is a little too aggressive.” [Read more…] about 24 Hour Shut Down of Stapleton Moms Causes Chaos

Stapleton residents have long been clamoring for a new car wash. The Happy Shiny Car Wash headlines the Havana Town Center in the EaWe neighborhood in Stapleton, but other sections of Stapleton have been left Car Washless (without a carwash). Forrest City President Phil Dargossi has confirmed the independently reported information. “We are proud to say that another car wash is coming to Stapleton. The voices of the residents have been heard, and we are making it happen.” [Read more…] about After Long Wait, Stapleton to Get Another Car Wash

Starting this fall, the Reelz channel will begin airing a reality television series chronicling the lives of six Stapleton mothers. All are currently married, but the show’s executive producer Kirk Gill says there will be some surprises. “As in real life, not everything in a relationship goes as expected. Sure, it makes for good TV, but none of it was planned or instigated.” [Read more…] about Real Housewives of Stapleton to Air on Reelz Channel

Stapleton Resident Chris Sword owns a manufacturing company in Commerce City. His company employs over 100 workers, and the company sees annual revenues of over $40 million. Chris is proud of the company he built with only his hard work and no other outside circumstances at all. He enjoys a very nice lifestyle, owning a large home in Stapleton, a place in Vail, and takes plenty of exotic vacations. He has two beautiful children along with his extremely attractive and slightly younger wife. Chris has very little to complain about, but there is one thing. [Read more…] about Stapleton Job Creator Pays Massive 17% Income Tax

Monarch Montessori has been around for just under two years, and has been one of several options for parents to take their children during the day. The Monarch Montessori program touts several things in regards to best looking after your Stapleton child. One thing they boast is the convenient location. Monarch Montessori is correct in at least one perspective. For example, if you were to take a direct route from Stapleton to Monarch, from most places it would be less than 2.5 miles. Unfortunately, there is nothing close to a straight line path to Monarch, and the closest distance using roads is about 16 miles. “When we first heard where it was at we were excited,” says Stapleton parent and former Monarch client Dee Bowman. “Then, when we started having to drive there every day, we realized it was much farther than expected. We eventually had to pull our child out because of the extra cost of gas.” [Read more…] about Monarch Montessori’s Convenient Location Pretty Hard to Get To