Coloradotimes News No.924 Mar.12

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Thursday, March 12, 2020 ¡ NO. 924

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Coronavirus Situation Update

COVID-19 in Colorado

Countries, Territories or Areas with Reported Confirmed Cases as of 3-8-2020. Image Courtesy of the World Health Organization (WHO).

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n the past few weeks, the 2019 Colorado Cases symptoms of COVID-19. The CDPHE Douglas County has temporarily closed coronavirus (COVID-19) has run In our home state, we have 8 presump- and Pitkin County Public Health are to sanitize the facility and ensure the increasingly rampant. Following tive positive cases. The cases were con- following up with those in Aspen who safety of the students. the outbreak in South Korea, Italy, and firmed on a state level and have been were in contact with her. Cases were For more information and help on Iran, the virus has been slowly increas- sent to the Centers for Disease Con- confirmed in the Denver, Douglas, COVID-19 in Colorado, please call CO ing in the United States. Just one week trol (CDC) for official confirmation. Eagle, El Paso, and Summit Counties. HELP at 303-389-1687 or 1-877-462ago, there were only 62 cases confirmed Outside of these cases, one Australian There are criteria to be tested for COV- 2911. If you suspect that you are sick, in the United States. Now, there are 213 woman was confirmed positive with ID-19, including symptoms, travel his- please call a health care provider before confirmed cases. Fear of the virus has COVID-19 in Australia after a trip to tory, and contact with other confirmed visiting a hospital. driven many to raid the grocery stores Aspen, CO. Some people who had cases. A total of 255 tests have been

By Agnes Park and empty supplies of staple foods, contact with the woman are reporting conducted in Colorado. One school in hand sanitizers, and masks. There are rumors of potential school and workplace shutdowns that are exciting to some and dreaded by others. Colorado Times will do its best to provide accurate and current news of the situation.

We ask that our readership remain informed, careful, and calm during these concerning times.

Global Situation The World Health Organization Presumptive Cases in Colorado by County. Image Courtesy of the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE).

(WHO) confirmed 105,586 cases globally, as of 3/8/2020. Of these, 24,727 cases are outside of China. Within the last 24 hours, 3,656 cases were reported. Of these new cases, 3,610 are from outside of China. Confirmed cases in China are plateauing, but COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly outside of China. Fortunately, the fatality of the disease is proportionately lower. Only 484 have passed away from the virus outside of China and 3,100 inside of China. Although the virus has been confirmed in over 100 countries, officials have not labeled it as a pandemic yet.

Many experts speculate this is to avoid a widespread panic that may do more Testing Criteria in Colorado. Image Courtesy of Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE). damage to people and the economy.

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Coronavirus Outbreak in Colorado (cont.)

How to Prevent and Stay Away from Disease Currently, the number of “presumptive” Coronavirus cases health officials are aware of quadrupled on last Friday in Colorado, following the governor’s announcement of the first case on Thursday. According to the CDPHE(Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment), one of the cases is out of El Paso County and at least six of the cases involved international travel history. The state also mentioned that it is working closely with the CDC(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) to figure out specific flights that may have caused COVID-19 case.

It has been proved that the patient for the 1st case skied at Keystone and Vail after arriving in Colorado on February 29th at DIA.

What are the symptoms and how to prevent Coronavirus?

The CDPHE has announced that the vast majority of COVID-19 cases will be fairly mild. Across the nation, the more severe cases typically involved Coronavirus in Colorado Announcement. especially the elderly and people with health conditions. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath, and usually shows up ing pneumonia, which can be critical. If to two to fourteen days after exposure, you are healthy, there is no need to wear according to the CDC. In general, most a face mask, health officials said. people develop only mild symptoms. The CDC also announced the best way However, for some people, usually to prevent the virus is to avoid close those with an underlying chronic dis- contact with sick people, keep your ease, are under a greater risk of devel- hands away from your face, cover your oping more severe symptoms, includ- mouth when you sneeze or cough, dis-

infect items you frequently touch, wash your hands often – essentially, what you would do during the flu season.

Also, drinking warm or hot water frequently helps to purify your breathing system, which can help prevent Coronavirus. According to the The Denver Channel, there is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, a bill President Trump signed on March 6th guarantees $8.3 billion in funding which provides federal public health agencies with money for vaccines, tests and potential treatments and helps state and local governments prepare and respond to the threat. The bill also contains $500 million to expand access to health services for seniors.

The Summary of Currently Known COVID-19 Cases in Colorado EL PASO COUNTY: - Once case in a man in his 40s. The investigating is still ongoing, however, the man recently traveled to California and immediately self-isolated. His fam-

ily is also under quarantine. This man did not travel internationally.

DENVER COUNTY: - One case in a man in his 40s. The investigation is still ongoing.

- One case in a woman in her 70s, exposed during international travel.

DOUGLAS COUNTY: - One case in a school-aged female, exposed during international travel.

-One case in a woman in her 40s, exposed during international travel.

- One case in a women in her 70s, exposed during international travel.

(Two cases are in Highlands Ranch and one is the Castle Rock) EAGLE COUNTY: - One case in a woman in her 50s, exposed during international travel.

SUMMIT COUNTY: - One case in a man in his 30s, an outof-state resident who was exposed during international travel or through contact with an out-of-state case.

By Rachel Y Cho

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최저 다운페이먼트 5% 최소 2.375% 혹은 2.985%의 저렴한 이자율* 재융자 혹은 구입

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Let’s Visit Colorado’s New Food Scenery

Meet the New Wine Tasting Room

‘Dionysus Food & Wine Bar’ Wine tasting is professionally termed, the sensory examination and evaluation of wine. Modern and professional wine tasters - such as sommeliers or buyers for retailers – use a constantly evolving specialized terminology which is used to describe the range of perceived flavors, aromas and general characteristics of wine. Wine tasting is becoming more and more divine and social culture for everyone, where people roam around sampling and enjoying various kinds of wines with delicate and savory food served to their table.

Hence, it is such a great news that the Greenwood Village – located in the heart of Landmark Retail Center (across from Hapa Sushi Grill and Sake Bar) – gets to welcome a newly opened wine tasting room, ‘Dionysus Food & Wine Bar.’ The exact address of the restaurant is 5375 Landmark Pl Ste F-105, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. This newly opened bar boasts its chic and modern interior with countless wines presented on the walls for their visitors to explore.

The speak-easy, traditional-with-a-twist feel interior is emphasized by the wine boxes presented at the bar area, and the entwining of modern, industrial and chic styles. You can almost casually walk into an open and welcoming entrance are to witness various types of wine selection they contain.

Colorado Times luckily had a chance

to interview Dionysus’s main chef Doug DeMarco -formerly a chef at Del Frisco’s and so many other renowned restaurants - on their happy night of ‘Soft Opening’ on last Saturday. “They brought me back here with my old crew,” he said, describing his wonderful team and his food for our readers. “I was born and raised in Bay Area, San Francisco, went to French Cooking School, and also have worked at 4 different Michelin Star restaurants,” he explained his background and professional experiences as a chef. To our question of what type of cuisine he pursues, he primarily emphasized ‘American-Contemporary Cuisine.’ “I can take a dish to Italy, Germany, and Thailand because America is so diverse, and so is my menu. I’m French-trained, but I am Italian, so I frequently combine two cuisines together.

For my signature dish, we have Roasted Corvina Sea Bass, French-inspired, Tuna Carpaccio, Asian-inspired, and also Braised Spanish Octopus, definitely one of my old-time-together and savory dishes. I try to change my menu every week, while keeping my signature dishes on and rotating other ones.”

Also, during our interview with Dionysus’s general manager Louis Laboile, we could also find out special and unique characteristics of him as a born-to-be restaurant manager, as much as we could from Doug as a fantastic chef. Throughout the ‘Soft Opening’

This newly opened bar boasts its chic and modern interior with countless wines presented on the walls for their visitors to explore.

hours of Dionysus, Colorado Times could frequently spot Louis constantly interacting with customers and communicating with them about wine and his cocktail specials, and seemed like even more. His manner and welcoming attitude seemed to make everybody smile at the bar area. “It actually started with birth, my father was born and raised in

Dionysus’s main chef Doug DeMarco and his family.

France, and as a chef he inspired me in spectacular ways. In other words, I was raised into the restaurants and it is something that has been a big part of me,” he said. “I originally moved here in 2006, and ever since then I’ve been with diverse restaurants. My passion for wine as far as in food and beverage industry is what originally brought me here. When it comes to wine selection at Dionysus, the fact that we have more availability to have a taste and more options by the glass brings unique feeling and an excitement for our customers.”

He also stated that he would love to see Dionysus grow as house named, talkedabout amongst the community as a place not only to experience great food and great drinks, but also to be treated well as a human being. “We’re in the people business. Making our customers feel comfortable and understood is my primary focus. Please come and test all you can and explore to find out what kind of wine you truly like!” he said.

One of the visitors on their ‘Soft Opening,’ Amy, replied to our interview asking about her impression and satisfaction for her visit at Dionysus. “I fell in love with the interior, and you know, I always wanted the soft and casual seating but also at the same time business-oriented seating as well where people can just enjoy their wine and interact to their taste in a nice atmosphere, comfortable and modern!”

By Rachel Y Cho

Dionysus’s general manager Louis Laboile.

There is often witnessed constant communication and communication with customers about wine and cocktail specials.

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As we welcome March, St. Patrick’s Day(17th) is upon us, and with it comes some of the region’s largest and greenest events. You will see people wearing green from their heads to toes all around Denver. Restaurants and bars, performing events, couples enjoying their date in green…

From parades through downtown to parties at our local Irish pubs and even gold and green beer, this will be a holiday for the record books. Keep reading to find exciting events happening in Denver, then start planning your entire weekend of fun!

Denver Event Guide for St. Patrick’s Day

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! National Western Stock Show & Rodeo City’s Biggest Parade As one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day parades west of the Mississippi, more than 200,000 people are once again expected to line the route for this year’s Irish street-stroll on March 14th. One of Denver’s largest and most popular events, the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade brings thousands of people to the Lower Downtown area every year to celebrate community and culture. The parade kicks off at 9:30 a.m. and you don’t want to miss it! The parade steps off at 9:30 a.m. but many arrive as early as 6 a.m. to stake out a viewing spot. It starts on Wynkoop at 19th, turns down 17th street in front of Union Station and then turns northeast down Blake St., proceeding all the way to 27th. However, due to the spreading social concern for the Coronavirus, this event is subject to be cancelled by the state government on Mar 10th.

Irish Musical Performances at University of Denver(DU) This year, do not miss what Westword calls one of Denver’s best annual St. Patrick’s

Happy St. Patrick Day’s Pub Crawls!

Day celebrations. Always one of the best annual St. Paddy’s Day musical celebrations, the Denver Brass returns to DU’s Newman Center for the Performing Arts for its yearly Celtic Obsession March 14th, 7:30 p.m. and again March 15th, 2 p.m. The all-embracing Irish show features brass, bagpipes, hammered dulcimer, pennywhistle and guitar plus some of the city’s best Irish dancers. Tickets start at $28. Two bands from Ireland are also playing at Lowry’s Soiled Dove March 17th, 7:30 p.m. From Connemara on Ireland’s West Coast, the trio HighTime combines Irish music with a blend of folk, creating a rich, unique sound and electric energy on stage.

Enjoy Fun Food Picks Why not head over to Lucked Up, an Irish event hosted by My Brother’s Bar on Market St. March 7th, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.? The beat generation watering hole is always a great place to get a pint and a burger. Then on March 13th, plan to stop by the Keggs & Eggs annual breakfast bash at Jackson’s on 20th St. in LoDo. There are special performances by indie pop band Lovelytheband, plus Matt Maeson and Sub Urban. Door

Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade. opens at 7 a.m. Offering whiskey, pints and pub grub in a traditional Gaelic atmosphere on East Colfax the Irish Snug is one of the city’s Irish hot spots. Offering live music many nights, the Snug annually hosts the Capitol Hill Hooley on March 17th. Take a break from Irish pubs by spending time at Pints Pub on W. 13th Ave. The British-style bi-level joint known for single malt whiskey, also serves artisanal beers and American grub as well!

A Bit O’ Corned Beef Once served for St. Patrick’s Day in every eatery-bar in the Valley during the heyday of Irish restaurants, Corned Beef and Cabbage has disappeared from all but a few private parties. Nonetheless Luck o’ the Irish to Ya, as the Monaco Inn Restaurant is again dishing up the Irish-American holiday delicacy for both lunch and dinner on March 17th.

These holiday plates are so savory and good that the Greek-American eatery off Leetsdale at Monaco and Tennessee has become the go-to restaurant on St. Paddy’s day. Served with traditional boiled potatoes, carrots and celery, the all-the-rage dish is both hearty and

authentic.

Happy St. Patrick Day’s Pub Crawls!

Want to get in a little exercise before drinking all afternoon? Head to the Breckenridge Brewery Farm House for a fun, St. Patrick’s Day-themed 5K! The course will take you along the beautiful Mary Carter Greenway Trail that is usually full of bright leaves and fragrant blooming flowers this time of the year. Afterward, stick around for a few beers and some delicious grub. Moreover, from Irish jigs, DJs, live bands and green drinks, Denver’s St. Patrick’s Day bar crawls are the perfect place to celebrate the green-filled Irish holiday. One March 14th crawl sponsor is Howl at the Moon on 19th St. Participants can gallop from one LoDo bar to the next to enjoy hot parties and drink specials, 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. Another March 14th adventure has a noon start at Society Sports & Spirits on Blake St., continuing until 6 p.m. A Block Party and Pub Crawl has been scheduled on March 17th beginning at the Ginn Mill on Larimer St., 4 p.m. to 1 a.m.

By Rachel Y Cho

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Thursday, March 12, 2020 · NO. 924

Real Estate Column 22

Taekwondo REALTOR’s Perspective on the Coronavirus Dear Real Estate Column Readers, The fear of coronavirus has finally reached Denver. There are many public gathering cancellations, and we are noticing empty shelves at the grocery stores for essential items. Another effect is the decrease in stock markets all over the world, and investors fear the worst is yet to come. An equal amount of panic has not settled into the Denver real estate market, yet. Rather, with the lowering of the mortgage interest rates, buyers have come out looking to purchase homes, especially in the lower price range.

2020 Denver real estate market is going to be an interesting time for both the home buyers and the home sellers.

There are wild predictions of where this

market is going to go especially with the media alarming us about the impending pandemic.

I do not own a crystal ball to predict the precise future of our real estate market; however, I will try to play out some potential scenarios with you. Of course, I am going to tell you upfront, predictions are just that, wild guesses.

The definite, positive thing right now is lower mortgage rates. We are seeing 30 year conforming fixed mortgage rates in the 3% range. I have seen some below 3%. This will temporarily make some lower-priced homes on the market very attractive to regular homeowners due to the affordability of these homes versus renting. Some renters will notice that buying a home would be cheaper than paying rent. Home investors will

also be attracted to buy more affordable rental properties. With lower monthly payments, the investors will find that there are more cash flow available rental properties.

However, how much of this demand will stay consistent as we move into the deeper unknown territory with the global coronavirus epidemic? Will homebuyers be too scared to make the purchase after seeing more widespread cancellations and more infected people? Will foreign investors flock to the U.S. housing market due to the stability of our market? According to 3/5/2020 CNBC report, “Foreign investors are piling into this US real estate play as a coronavirus safe haven”, there are big increases in demand from foreign investors to buy online US residential

rental properties. Will this have an impact in Denver as much as California?

On the other hand, if the coronavirus makes the general public too scared about the future and leads to massive layoffs in Denver, then we can make a reasonable assumption that the demand from the local buyers will go down.

This may pour cold water into our currently sizzling real estate market.

One certain thing is the future always remains uncertain. For the sake of all the Denver residents, I wish the coronavirus will be much milder than the media predictions and some wonderful scientists find the vaccine or cure sooner rather than later.

Sincerely, Written by Taekwondo REALTOR.

Student Opinion Editorial

Ok Boomer “OK, Boomer.” This generation’s new witty ironic come back that spread like wildfire throughout social media. It’s a poke from the new generation to the Baby Boomers, people born from 1946 through 1965. The expectations they have and a funny way to jab at the crippling reality. The panic from the older generation and the dislike of that exact panic from the youth made this catchphrase so popular. It’s a relatable problem, in a way, a relief of the frustration that most of our youth had to deal with. Its origins can be traced back to as early as 2014, on 4chan, this was used to insult the anonymous users who seemed out of touch. 4chan is a website that can be compared to a more intense version of Reddit. It wasn’t widely used until this year, it blew up on the app TikTok, and was an overnight sensation. When you look at the videos and the memes some can be passed down as just typical generation conflicts, but more of which that are coming out have to do with issues like gender expression, environmental issues, and even stuff like getting a job. In the broader sense, it’s a retaliation to the nitpicking Gen Z and

Millennials face from the Boomers, which brings in irony because the situations they

face especially socioeconomically stem from the choices made by Boomers. The problems that arise are problems that the older generation has never had to deal with, and when the newer generation criticizes these points, it comes off as rude and disrespectful. The remark has said to be an “ageist” attack, even some extreme articles comparing it to the n-word. Tyler Cowen writes this to the Bloomberg Opinion, “As a baby boomer myself, I have mixed feelings about the latest linguistic weapon of generational warfare

being deployed against us.” In the article, he decides that even if it comes off as ageist, it’s somewhat flattering and that in a way this is the way that newer generations are showing who is, “ really in charge,” as he says in the article. Although many teens do agree that many of them get certain things handed to them on a silver plate, there are a lot more things that can be harder that Boomers fail to understand.

It really is about deeper issues like climate change, economical anxiety and the fear of change. Statistically, workers now make 20% less than Boomers did back in the day. Also, in 2016 Boomers were more

likely to vote for conservative options like Donald Trump and Brexit, and weren’t too concerned for climate change. In a society where norms are being broken and stereotypes about gender roles and race are constantly challenged, it can be said that most Boomers don’t like the change, and teens find this another reason for the catchphrase. The pure sensitivity to the issue also makes teens think of the hypocrisy of the situation. Boomers can say all they want about their generation, but as soon as the insults come back to them, it seems like they cannot take the heat. As old or new as the issues are, to some “Ok Boomer” is just another insult to add to debates where neither side is even listening, but to some teens, it seems like an emotionally valid response. To Boomers, however, it is an ageist phrase used to disrespect and mock them. It can be described as a tale as old as time, but also something that brings up serious issues about the panic youth is feeling. In cases where generations are raising a linguistic war upon each other, it’s important to sit down and listen to each other, and if you aren’t willing, “Ok Boomer”.

by Lia Kim

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Zombies Coming Soon Kingdom Season 2 - English. Image Courtesy of Netflix & Associated Press.

While the spread of COVID-19 is a concern, there is more exciting news of a pandemic coming soon. The return of the popular series, Kingdom, is set for March 13. The release will include ALL episodes, meaning there is no more waiting. On the other hand, the movie, Peninsula, remains highly anticipated as we wait for an exact release date.

Kingdom All episodes of Kingdom's second season will be released globally on March 13. Get ready to binge-watch this zombie-filled period drama at the edge of your seats. The main poster and an accompanying motion key art was released in February, and a trailer is now available. Kingdom captured international attention with its action, drama, and unique setting. It follows the zombie infection of the ancient Joseon period. The first season ends with the horrifying reveal of zombies that do not sleep after the break of dawn. The continuation will follow the journey to

discover the root of the virus and the survival of the characters in an increasingly dangerous kingdom. The concept might be even scarier and more entertaining with the alarming news of a potential pandemic.

Peninsula Set in the world of Train to Busan, Peninsula shows an even more infected country four years after the initial spread of the virus. While the release date has not been set, the first two posters have been released. The first movie, Train to Busan, was released in 2016, so it might be time for a refresh. The zombies in Train to Busan are an upgraded version of their traditional counterparts. They are fast, sensitive to sound, and less responsive in the dark. There is more to fear in an outbreak than the undead, however. The world is filled with cold-hearted betrayal and mistrust.

Even then, the first movie emphasized the compassion in people for each

Peninsula Poster One. Image Courtesy of Next Entertainment World & Affiliated Press.

Peninsula Poster Two. Image Courtesy of Next Entertainment & Affiliated Press..

other. This coming movie may have the same motifs and zombies or twists to the story. It is not a continuation of Train to Busan, so sadly the muchloved characters will not be reappearing. There are many speculations on when Peninsula will hit the big

screens, but many guess around summer and early fall. The one definitive thing is we will enter this zombie world within 2020, granted we don't face a severe pandemic in our own world first.

By Agnes Park

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