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Mental Health Partners Invited to Attend Historic Bill signing at White House

Co-CEOs Jenn Leosz and Dixie Casford were honored to represent Mental Health Partners at the White House on Monday, July 11th as President Biden signed the historic Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. This bill not only establishes the most significant piece of gun legislation in the past 30 years, it also directs over $13 billion in …

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Boulder Police Welcome News Recruits

On the heels of swearing in 11 new officers last month, the Boulder Police Department (BPD) is excited to welcome seven new recruits to the agency this week! Hiring diverse women and men has been one of the priorities of our Master Plan process and we are eager to train and bring these new officers …

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JSX Service Coming to Broomfield Airport August 4th

JSX is a hop-on jet service that allows customers to enjoy a seamless travel experience without the crowds, lines and hassles associated with congested airport terminals. By flying between private terminals on spacious 30-seat jets, customers can save up to 2 hours on every trip. As the world’s only 5-star air carrier of its kind …

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Boulder Launches New Webpage on Emergency Preparedness!

Boulder’s location at the foot of the Rocky Mountains puts us at greater risk to natural disasters. The City of Boulder has launched a new webpage to help community members learn how to be prepared for wildfires, floods, and other emergencies. The webpage features information on how to prepare for emergencies, including: 1) How to …

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TRU Board Announces New President

The TRU Board of Directors are pleased to announce Scott Gresser will assume the permanent role of President and CEO, effective July 1. Having served the past few months as Interim CEO after the departure of former President and CEO, Michael McHale, the past 10+ years as CFO, and 5+ years as a Board member …

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West Nile Virus Returns to Boulder County!

Boulder County Public Health (BCPH) has confirmed that mosquito traps in unincorporated Boulder County, Longmont, Erie and Superior tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). WNV is transmitted to humans when an infected mosquito bites them. While most infections are mild, severe infections can cause encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) and/or meningitis (inflammation of the …

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Evergreen Jazz Festival Hits a Rocky Mountain High Note

Evergreen is about 1400 miles from New Orleans. But after a two-year Covid hiatus, the scenic mountain community will again become “Bourbon Street with Altitude” as it hosts the 2022 Evergreen Jazz Festival July 29-31. Nationally known for its combination of top bands, intimate venues and appealing mountain setting, the Festival presents over 80 hours …

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Longmont’s NextLight Service Ranks No. 2 in Nation

Longmont Internet provider is among nation’s leaders for fifth straight year. NextLight roared in the annual PC Magazine speed test rankings for 2022, with the community-owned internet service provider (ISP) placing #2 in the nation. This marks the fifth straight year that NextLight has ranked among the country’s four fastest ISPs, including a first-place ranking …

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Longmont Library of Things Expands to Include New Digital Tools

Thanks to the support of the Friends of the Longmont Library, the Library of Things now offers more than 20 useful tools, outdoor games, entertainment items and household items for residents to borrow for free! The Library of Things offers residents a chance to borrow instead of buying – helping families save money, reduce clutter …

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Boulder County Commissioners Declared June as Gun Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

Like so many grieving communities across the United States, Boulder County residents and families have had their lives and hearts shattered by gun violence. In the wake of recent horrific mass shootings in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, New York—and in addition to so many other tragic and preventable gun deaths, including the mass shooting at …

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Communities Across the Globe Honor Men’s Health Month

Colorado communities have issued a proclamation celebrating men’s health and fatherhood in June, helping educate men, boys, and their families about disease prevention, timely screenings, and healthy lifestyles. Colorado communities issuing proclamations Aurora, Brighton, Boulder, Centennial, Denver, Littleton, Pueblo, and Thornton. The importance of this effort is also highlighted by a statement from the White …

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Longmont Senior Center Hosts Windows for Wellness Show

In May, the Longmont Senior Center hosted the Windows for Wellness show, which included over 30 exhibitors and multiple classes on nutrition and wellness. Many exhibitors provided massage therapy or wellness checks for the attendees. There were also several free workshops on fitness and nutrition. The all day event hosted over 100 residents that received …

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