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Longmont seeks input from child care providers on COVID impacts

Longmont seeks input from child care providers on COVID impacts

The city is asking childcare providers to share information to help it gain a deeper understanding of the citywide magnitude of economic losses and financial needs.
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#Strongmont signs celebrate local heroes, benefit OUR Center

#Strongmont signs celebrate local heroes, benefit OUR Center

The signs boldly declare “To the real heroes. Thank you for your service to our community.” The signs highlight grocery workers, police and emergency medical personnel.
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SVVSD outlines plans for students to return to school for in-person learning

SVVSD outlines plans for students to return to school for in-person learning

Superintendent Don Haddad unveiled the district’s preliminary plan for a return to classes during Wednesday’s school board meeting. He is meeting with Boulder County health officials to review the proposal, saying it could be altered if the spread of COVID-19 changes.
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Second round of #Strongmont funding will focus on equity for businesses of color

Second round of #Strongmont funding will focus on equity for businesses of color

Latino-owned businesses have yet to benefit from the Strongmont Fund, but a second round of funding will be dedicated to aiding businesses of color.
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State launches 'Can Do Consumers' effort to help people stay safe, support businesses

State launches 'Can Do Consumers' effort to help people stay safe, support businesses

The “Can Do Consumers” initiative aims to help people ind health and safety tips on effective ways to comply with policies and rules when visiting businesses, as well as resources on how to find local businesses who are operating safely and innovatively.
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SVVSD gets closer to knowing more about school opening in fall

SVVSD gets closer to knowing more about school opening in fall

More updates expected in the last week of June
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Good Life farm animal refuge holding LGBTQ Pride Celebration Virtual Tour Saturday

Good Life farm animal refuge holding LGBTQ Pride Celebration Virtual Tour Saturday

The Good Life Refuge, a sanctuary for abused and at-risk farm animals, at 2 p.m. Saturday will hold a LGBTQ Pride Celebration Virtual Tour. Special guest host will be Denver-based drag queen Zenon TeaVee, Registration closes an hour and half before the start. 
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Weight room at St. Vrain Memorial Building reopening to seniors by appointment

Weight room at St. Vrain Memorial Building reopening to seniors by appointment

“Early in the pandemic, many critical businesses such as grocery stores introduced senior-only hours as a way to mitigate transmission of the virus to this highly affected demographic. Longmont Recreation recognizes this community need extends to wellness and fitness opportunities, as well.”
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City manager puts brakes on alternate July 4 fireworks plan

City manager puts brakes on alternate July 4 fireworks plan

“While I believe that our fire staff would ensure a safe show and our police staff would ensure safe public places, I cannot risk the safety of our community if the public does not comply with our plan for a ‘watch from home’ event.”
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Longmont Chamber asks residents to give feedback on state's next phase of COVID restrictions

Longmont Chamber asks residents to give feedback on state's next phase of COVID restrictions

The new guidelines are subject to public feedback and will be formalized by the end of this week, and the Chamber in an email Wednesday asked people to review the proposed guidelines and provide their feedback to the state. 
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