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Walgreens is Shutting Down These 3 Colorado Locations
There will still plenty of Walgreens locations in Colorado after these three close down, but for how long?. There are upwards of 10,000 Walgreens across America, with Colorado having just over 50, as of July of 2024. The number of Colorado locations will drop by three when the company closes "underperforming" stores.
Erie denies Redtail Ranch development, citing safety issues
Editor’s note: This story has been updated so that the headline correctly names the proposed development. The Erie Town Council has denied the proposed Redtail Ranch development, citing concerns for public safety, because the site sits between landfills and oil and gas wells. On June 25, Senior Planner Harry...
Coloradans can receive free gun lockboxes at educational event
Coloradan gun owners in need of safe storage for their handguns are in luck — a collection of local organizations will be giving away free handgun lockboxes at an educational event later this month. The 17th Judicial District Attorney's Office — along with organizations and departments including the Boulder...
Multiple counties enact fire bans ahead of July Fourth
DENVER (KDVR) — As fire danger increases across Colorado, multiple counties have enacted fire bans ahead of the July Fourth holiday. This includes Boulder, Gilpin and Elbert counties. Boulder County now has Stage 1 fire restrictions in effect. The Boulder County Sheriff’s Office said the fire restrictions are being...
Louisville’s Steinbaugh Pavilion to be repaired for hosting summer, winter events
The Louisville City Council has approved repairs to the Steinbaugh Pavilion so that it can host summer and winter events, and also to include a mobile stage for summer concerts. During a special meeting Monday, the council voted 6-1 to repair the Steinbaugh Pavilion for the summer and winter seasons,...
To help migrant students, Westminster created a summer program for English language learners
WESTMINSTER | During the last week of summer school in Westminster, about 19 kids practiced forming English sentences that described pictures displayed on a smartboard at the front of the class. “I see kids playing fútbol,” one child, Mathias, said about a photo of a group of older kids playing...
Boulder to talk airport conversion July 25
Boulder City Council is on summer recess. There will be no meetings July 4, 11 or 18. • Possible conversion of the Boulder Municipal Airport. Two measures, the result of citizen petitions, will be on November’s ballot seeking to decommission the airport and redevelop it into housing. Boulder’s Chamber of Commerce, which represents business interests, last week announced its opposition to the initiatives. Council’s discussion is scheduled to last over an hour.
‘It’s a congratulations to the whole community’: Longtime advocate reflects on 36-year effort to build North Boulder Library, now open
The North Boulder Library held its grand opening celebration on June 29, marking the culmination of a decades-long effort by many across generations, including Lisa Morzel, who served nearly 20 years on the city council. Her library journey began in the 1980s and, according to Morzel, started with a small nudge and ended in 2019 with helping secure crucial funds to fill a stubborn funding gap and complete the project.
Governor Polis & DFPC Present Colorado’s 2024 Wildfire Outlook at Rocky Mountain Metro
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) presented Colorado’s 2024 Wildfire Preparedness Plan to Governor Jared Polis during an event at Rocky Mountain Metro Airport in Broomfield, Colorado. The event showcased several aircraft the DFPC plans to deploy this year, including SEATs,...
Broomfield events for this week
Arts, History and Cultural Council meeting: The Arts, History and Cultural Council (AHCC) is responsible for acting as a Cultural Council for SCFD grantmaking activities and as an advisory body for Arts & History Division programs and Art in Public Places projects; 6 p.m. Monday, Broomfield Library & Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road, Broomfield; compass.broomfield.org.
Boulder Chamber announces opposition to decommissioning the Boulder Municipal Airport
The Boulder Chamber announced last week that it is “firmly opposed” to proposed ballot measures that would decommission the city’s airport and use the land to build housing. The organization, which represents businesses across Boulder County, is the latest to take a stance in a thorny debate that is shaping up to be the most contentious issue of this year’s local election.
Boulder Tops the Charts: Number One in the State for GenZ Job Opportunities
Boulder, Colorado has recently been named the number one city in the state for Gen Z job opportunities, solidifying its position as a thriving hub for young professionals. With its vibrant community, stunning natural surroundings, and a rapidly growing tech scene, Boulder continues to attract and retain the next generation of talent. Let’s take a closer look at what makes Boulder the best in the state for Gen Z job prospects.
Colorado Music Festival opens 2024 summer season Friday
Commissioned premiere and birthday celebrations are early highlights. Peter Oundjian, artistic director of the Colorado Music Festival (CMF), is brimming with excitement for the coming summer concert season. “I love every program because I programmed them all!” he says. Nevertheless, when pressed he points to two concerts in the first...
Colorado WTP Utilizes BDP Belt Press For Mechanical Dewatering
The Betasso Water Treatment Plant is responsible for supplying water to the Boulder, Colorado, area. The plant previously used drying beds to store and dewater their residual solids, but operators were looking for an alternative mechanical dewatering option. After researching various options, they requested pilot testing of various types of equipment. The 1 meter 3DP Belt Press from BDP Industries was selected as the best solution for the plant.
Boulder residents 7 Little Words Answer
We have the answer for Boulder residents 7 Little Words if you’re having trouble filling in the grid! Puzzles provide a mental workout that can help keep your brain active and engaged, which is especially important as you age. Regular mental stimulation has been shown to help improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
Two Surprising Colorado Cities Among Retirement Hot Spots
Two Colorado cities made the fastest-growing retirement spots across the country. And one made it into the top 10. Longmont, Colorado, came in No. 9 as a retirement hotspot. The 65-and-over population grew by 40% over five years. In 2022, that population comprised 17% of the north Front Range city.
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