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Monster mash
By Jeremy Johnson
Judging from the large number of 6-year-olds at the most recent Monster Jam Feb. 10 and 11 at the Pepsi Center, one might think of monster trucks as nothing more than a kid’s Hot Wheels come to life. But be assured, these are no children’s toys.

Predicting the winner's circle
By Joe Nguyen
Will Marty finally bring home the gold? Will a king and a queen end up as big winners, or will a pair of legends usurp their throne? And can some cars run over a bunch of penguins? This year’s Academy Awards is filled with great storylines for the nominees, but just as in Highlander, there can be only one.

Campus eats: Cimarron trying to fill big shoes
By Josie Klemaier
Occupying what is arguably the most valuable retail space in the Tivoli, Cimarron Café and Grill made its debut in mid-January, standing in the shadow of 15-year veteran occupant the Daily Grind.

Campus eats: Pete's premium brews beat out its plain pies
By Joe Nguyen
Walking into the Tivoli is a lot like walking into a tornado of grease, and Pete’s Arena is the center of the vortex.

Local cafés
By Nicole Queen
Though Auraria’s coffeeshop scene is relatively small, nearby Larimer Street is full of places to get your caffeine fix and a tasty pastry.