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Longmont library invites families to go take a walk — an outdoor, bilingual Storywalk that is

Longmont library invites families to go take a walk — an outdoor, bilingual Storywalk that is

The library and LDDA are encouraging people to stroll through downtown to read the children’s book “Sampson in the Snow.” Each page of the book is printed on a card in both English and Spanish, and the cards have been strategically placed in downtown businesses and breezeways.
Outside: Win winter by properly gearing up for your adventures

Outside: Win winter by properly gearing up for your adventures

The best way to stay safe and comfortable for a day out in the cold is to gear up properly.
Longmont's own award-winning Dry Land Distillers to move into larger space next year

Longmont's own award-winning Dry Land Distillers to move into larger space next year

The distillery — started by friends Aaron Main, Nels Wroe and Marc Staats in October 2018 — next year will move to 519 Main St.
Colorado Latino voters want climate action to fuel economic rebound

Colorado Latino voters want climate action to fuel economic rebound

Esther Sosa, diverse partners project manager with Environmental Defense Action Fund, said the poll contradicts long-held assumptions that working-class communities of color aren't interested in environmental issues.
Law enforcement officials to read personal stories of incarceration as part of JustUs Monologues project

Law enforcement officials to read personal stories of incarceration as part of JustUs Monologues project

Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty, Lafayette Police Operations Cmdr. David Self and Estes Park police Capt. Corey Pass will read the stories of people impacted by the racism and violence within the criminal justice system, said Torrie Eberhard, Motus Theater strategic communications and project manager.
Longmont police report Dec. 2, 2020

Longmont police report Dec. 2, 2020

A daily crime report in Longmont.
Did students fall behind this spring? Yes, but not as much as feared, new data shows

Did students fall behind this spring? Yes, but not as much as feared, new data shows

“The loss is less than expected. But there is still a situation where we see kids not doing as well in mathematics, for sure,” said Chris Minnich, the head of NWEA, a nonprofit testing organization that released an analysis of new data Tuesday. “My headline is: better than expected, but it’s still a challenge for the country.”
Longmont council unanimously OKs measures paving way for Costco to come to city

Longmont council unanimously OKs measures paving way for Costco to come to city

The city’s package of incentives to Costco is more than $12.99 million, according to city staff.  Costco expects to open no later than July 2024.
DA's office announces hiring of reentry coordinator funded by state grant

DA's office announces hiring of reentry coordinator funded by state grant

Reentry Coordinator Deborah Smith "will work to provide the office with up-to-date resources within the county and region for formerly incarcerated individuals that need services."
Colorado lawmakers OK COVID-19 aid, say more is needed

Colorado lawmakers OK COVID-19 aid, say more is needed

This week's emergency legislative session was called by Democratic Gov. Jared Polis, who cited a lack of additional federal aid to help businesses.