Each month, the Denver VOICE publishes a selection of writing from workshops sponsored by Lighthouse Writers Workshop.

As we go about our daily routine, many of us have seen or have had contact with homeless people standing on the corner at an intersection, waving a sign saying “anything helps.” Most of the people in our society believe all homeless people are shiftless, lazy, and no-good alcoholics and drug addicts. They think people who are homeless will never amount to anything.

Hundreds of people experiencing homelessness end up in the emergency room for serious illnesses or injuries each year. But after being discharged, where can they go?

When Jordan Artach, 24, received notice that her apartment complex in River North would be raising her rent by $500 per month, she knew her days in the neighborhood were numbered.

Each month, the Denver VOICE publishes a selection of writing from workshops sponsored by Lighthouse Writers Workshop.

Recently-launched app Purposity is giving Denver residents a new way to make a difference.

The VOICE is celebrating Vendor Week in February, honoring our vendors and thousands of others working at street papers around the world.

While it may seem strange to have over 30 dogs in the same room as stained glass windows and a pulpit, Dr. Carolyn Karrh, executive director and founder of Peace, Love and Paws, is thrilled to host the organization’s free monthly veterinary clinics at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church. 

Albuquerque, New Mexico is the latest city to join the international street paper movement. Two Way Street is already making an impact after launching and distributing four issues in 2017 under the guideship of Albuquerque city councilman Jeff Hertz.