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College students shoulder the financial burden as state funding for higher ed dwindles

College students shoulder the financial burden as state funding for higher ed dwindles

As the state reduced the share of funding taxpayers provided for higher education, students stepped up to fund many of those amenities through mandatory fees, and they are still being charged for them, even as they are barred from using them during the pandemic.
County Line Road improvements project restarting February 15 after winter shut down

County Line Road improvements project restarting February 15 after winter shut down

The City of Longmont and DeFalco Construction will begin working again on County Line Road between 9th Avenue and 17th Avenue.
Good Life Refuge event series will virtually open the barn doors to allow people to get to know its residents

Good Life Refuge event series will virtually open the barn doors to allow people to get to know its residents

Virtual tours haven’t served as a substitute for connecting in-person so, in an effort to raise awareness, the Good Life on Feb. 21 will launch a new way to get to know the animals. Planned for the third Sunday of each month, Sunday Stories with The Founder will be streamed on the Good Life’s Facebook page. 
Winter weather alert: Longmont prepares for icy road conditions

Winter weather alert: Longmont prepares for icy road conditions

List of resources to access storm updates and info.
Longmont Humane Society pet of the week: Bodhi, sometime nervous but affectionate and playful

Longmont Humane Society pet of the week: Bodhi, sometime nervous but affectionate and playful

Bodhi gets along well with other dogs and would also likely do well with a confident cat in his new home
Longmont police report: February 12, 2021

Longmont police report: February 12, 2021

A daily crime report in Longmont
Sunday Update: Longmont Weather Forecast: Remarkable cold with snow midweek!

Sunday Update: Longmont Weather Forecast: Remarkable cold with snow midweek!

Probable record cold will help produce more than 1/2 foot of snow.
Dickens Opera House nets $50K from Colorado Arts Relief Fund

Dickens Opera House nets $50K from Colorado Arts Relief Fund

The fund was established last year by the Legislature to help arts and entertainment organizations affected by the pandemic.
Letter to the editor: Brian Bagley, not seeking third term as mayor

Letter to the editor: Brian Bagley, not seeking third term as mayor

After 10 years of service, Mayor Brian Bagley passes the torch with advice to voters.
New CDC guidance: Vaccinate teachers, but don’t wait to open schools

New CDC guidance: Vaccinate teachers, but don’t wait to open schools

"It is critical for schools to open as safely and as soon as possible, and remain open," the CDC says.