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Tricia  Stortz

Tricia Stortz

Tricia Stortz is a health reporter with a background in psychology. Through audio and print, she uses storytelling to illustrate how culture, policies, and resources affect vulnerable communities. She lives and writes in Denver, Colorado.

Recent Work by Tricia

Longmont L!ve: Interactive Improv and Live Music Event Comes to Longmont on February 28

Longmont L!ve: Interactive Improv and Live Music Event Comes to Longmont on February 28

Join Longmont Out Loud and Longmont Public Media for an exciting night of unscripted comedy and live music at Longmont L!ve, featuring local improv teams and a musical performance.
Colorado Suicide Prevention Advocacy Day Event to Be Held at Colorado State Capitol on March 12

Colorado Suicide Prevention Advocacy Day Event to Be Held at Colorado State Capitol on March 12

The free event aims to open policy discussions and strengthen mental health initiatives statewide.
15th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration to Be Hosted at Silver Creek High School on Saturday

15th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration to Be Hosted at Silver Creek High School on Saturday

The free event, hosted in collaboration with the Asian-Pacific Association of Longmont, will occur from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Denver Comedy Show Will Address Eating Disorders and Diet Culture

Denver Comedy Show Will Address Eating Disorders and Diet Culture

The Eating Disorder Foundation is hosting the show on February 27, in conjunction with National Eating Disorder Awareness Week.
Dismantling USAID Will Severely Impact Colorado Farmers

Dismantling USAID Will Severely Impact Colorado Farmers

The Trump administration’s focus on curbing wasteful spending led to the decision to dismantle USAID last week. Colorado farmers and humanitarian organizations will likely suffer as a result.
No Criminal Charges Filed Against 49 Individuals Detained After Adams County DEA Raid; ICE Raids Continue in Colorado

No Criminal Charges Filed Against 49 Individuals Detained After Adams County DEA Raid; ICE Raids Continue in Colorado

The raid that happened on January 26 targeted a party supposedly associated with Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. In pursuit of more gang members, ICE raids have ramped up.
Goldens in Golden Returns to Colorado This Saturday

Goldens in Golden Returns to Colorado This Saturday

The annual festival honoring golden retrievers will take place in downtown Golden.
Forensic Psychiatric Beds Are Lacking in Colorado

Forensic Psychiatric Beds Are Lacking in Colorado

2023 saw a historic low in the number of beds available for psychiatric patients.
First Phase of Ulysses Park Redevelopment in Golden to Open Next Month

First Phase of Ulysses Park Redevelopment in Golden to Open Next Month

The additions and improvements to the park will be ongoing until 2026.
Bill to Lift Needle Exchange Program Restrictions Vetoed in Denver

Bill to Lift Needle Exchange Program Restrictions Vetoed in Denver

Mayor Mike Johnston wrote in a letter defending his decision that allowing an unlimited number of needle exchanges in the city could be problematic.
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