Steven Middendorp

Steven Middendorp is a freelance journalist and contributor to The HighWire and The Montrose Mirror. He has written investigative reports and interviewed government whistleblowers connected to East Palestine, the unaccompanied minor program, and the farm credit scandal. Steven is a writing and guitar teacher who enjoys snowboarding and hiking on his days off.

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Recent Work by Steven

CU Boulder Highlights Research-Based Strategies to Prevent School Violence

A new CU Boulder review outlines five evidence-backed approaches for improving school safety, from climate surveys to behavioral support systems and security planning.

Apr 23, 2025 2:23 PM Read more >

St. Vrain Superintendent to Retire; Board Launches Search for Successor

St. Vrain Valley School District Superintendent Dr. Don Haddad will retire at the end of this school year. The district’s Board of Education outlines the process for selecting a new superintendent.

Apr 18, 2025 8:14 PM Read more >

Gov. Polis Voices Concerns About Trump-Era Tariffs at Loveland Manufacturing Roundtable

Speaking to more than 60 manufacturers and partners, Polis said the tariffs could impact Colorado jobs and investment. Meanwhile, some Colorado businesses have expressed cautious optimism.

Apr 18, 2025 11:03 AM Read more >

Mario Moreno Sentenced to 50 Years for Trafficking Minors and Distributing Drugs in Longmont

Moreno pleaded guilty to human trafficking and drug distribution involving minors at St. Vrain Valley schools; two co-defendants also face serious charges and sentences.

Apr 15, 2025 4:02 PM Read more >

Longmont United Hospital Nurses Ratify Historic First Private-Sector RN Contract in Colorado

Registered nurses at Longmont United Hospital have secured a groundbreaking three-year union contract — the first of its kind in Colorado’s private acute care sector — aimed at improving staffing, patient care, and nurse protections.

Apr 15, 2025 10:51 AM Read more >

Boulder’s Kate Kelleghan and Laura Pineau Set New Women’s Speed Climb Record at Naked Edge

Kate Kelleghan of Boulder and Laura Pineau from France set a new women’s speed record for climbing the Naked Edge in Eldorado Canyon, completing it in 37 minutes and 8 seconds.

Apr 14, 2025 9:58 AM Read more >

Longmont Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in $35K Red Light Camera Vandalism

Longmont Police are offering a $2,000 reward for help identifying a suspect caught on camera allegedly damaging a newly installed red light camera system.

Apr 11, 2025 2:03 PM Read more >

11th Annual Longmont Earth Day Celebration Returns April 19 with Music, Animals, and Sustainability Education

Sustainable Resilient Longmont hosts its 11th Earth Day Celebration at Timberline PK-8 School with family-friendly entertainment, live music, local wildlife, and hands-on activities focused on renewable energy, sustainability, and community action.

Apr 11, 2025 10:20 AM Read more >

Greeley Man Sentenced to Life for 2022 Murder of Herminia Marquez

On April 9, Amos Alaniz was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for the fatal 2022 shooting of 21-year-old Herminia Marquez; his accomplice, Mary Alicia Garcia, was sentenced last year.

Apr 11, 2025 9:48 AM Read more >

Bright Cleaning Services Partners with Rainbow Housing to Offer Discounted House Cleaning in Longmont

Longmont’s Bright Cleaning Services LLC is teaming up with Rainbow Housing to provide affordable house-cleaning services for low-income residents living in managed housing communities.

Apr 9, 2025 12:37 PM Read more >

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