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Women's work: FRCC program director aims to see more join manufacturing fields

Women's work: FRCC program director aims to see more join manufacturing fields

Although women make up nearly half of the working population in the United States — 47.5% — they remain underrepresented in the manufacturing industry, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
COVID impacts kids' mental health, too. Virtual talk series offers help for parents to help them cope

COVID impacts kids' mental health, too. Virtual talk series offers help for parents to help them cope

Mental Health Partners is hosting biweekly presentations for parents to learn about the impact COVID-19 can have on children’s mental health and ways to respond to their needs throughout the pandemic. 
New rule requires oil and gas operators to install zero-emission pneumatic devices

New rule requires oil and gas operators to install zero-emission pneumatic devices

Boulder County joins in local government, environmental group, and industry collaboration that led the way
How the media may be making the COVID-19 mental health epidemic worse

How the media may be making the COVID-19 mental health epidemic worse

"We are professors who study the psychological effects on people caught up in crisis, violence and natural disasters. COVID-19 surely qualifies as a crisis, and our survey of more than 1,500 U.S. adults clearly showed that those experiencing the most media exposure about the pandemic had more stress and depression."
Longmont police report Feb. 20, 2021

Longmont police report Feb. 20, 2021

A daily crime report in Longmont.
Is rallying cry to support local Black-owned busineses making a difference? COVID makes it hard to tell

Is rallying cry to support local Black-owned busineses making a difference? COVID makes it hard to tell

Despite the lack of clarity, two Black business owners and others in the community believe the intention will not fade even as the nationwide summer protests and rallies focused on racial equity and justice fade from day-to-day conversation.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month aims to shine the light on the dark side of relationships

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month aims to shine the light on the dark side of relationships

All forms of abusive relationships are targeted in February, which is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, an effort to promote healthy behavior for kids who date and ways to get help if problems arise, said Kim Heard, project coordinator for the Longmont Ending Violence Initiative.
How the Texas blackouts could fuel a debate over home heating in Colorado

How the Texas blackouts could fuel a debate over home heating in Colorado

Gov. Jared Polis has identified the shift to electric heat as critical to Colorado’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
SVVSD Basketball Wrap: Scrambling to the finish with less than two weeks to go

SVVSD Basketball Wrap: Scrambling to the finish with less than two weeks to go

Longmont boys best Mead, while girls game scratched because of COVID concerns. Silver Creek boys and girls top Skyline in crosstown contests.
Longmont Humane Society pet of the week: Jon Snow, well mannered and playful

Longmont Humane Society pet of the week: Jon Snow, well mannered and playful

Jon enjoys playing with some dogs, but is looking for a home with no kitties