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Update 6/15 10am: Longmont Weather Forecast 6/14-15/2020

Update 6/15 10am: Longmont Weather Forecast 6/14-15/2020

Dry hot weather at the start of the week will be replaced by more normal (cooler) temperatures at the end of the week and a return of showers.
Boulder County DA testifies in support of Colorado law enforcement integrity bill

Boulder County DA testifies in support of Colorado law enforcement integrity bill

All 22 elected District Attorneys of Colorado and many members of law enforcement support the final version of the Senate bill.
Deal inked for three Sacramento, Calif., locations of Longmont-founded Ziggi’s Coffee

Deal inked for three Sacramento, Calif., locations of Longmont-founded Ziggi’s Coffee

The three-unit deal fuels the company’s national expansion
Boulder County DA's Office holding virtual town hall on elder abuse

Boulder County DA's Office holding virtual town hall on elder abuse

A panel of local experts will explain elder abuse and how to help prevent it at virtual town hall on June 15.
Longmont police report June 13, 2020

Longmont police report June 13, 2020

A daily crime report in Longmont.
St. Vrain School District board slated to vote on budget on June 24

St. Vrain School District board slated to vote on budget on June 24

The state is facing $3.3 billion in budget cuts in response to coronavirus-related revenue declines, and current estimates are that school funding could be reduced by 5%, which in SVVSD will create an estimated $14 million deficit.
Longmont, how great is your dad? Tell us about him

Longmont, how great is your dad? Tell us about him

The Leader is working to gather reader stories for a special “Dear ol’ Dad” compilation for Father’s Day. If you have a story or photo to share or just words of love for your dad, email them to [email protected] for possible inclusion. Submissions will be accepted through noon Friday, June 19.
Alfalfa’s moving into former Lucky’s Market Longmont space

Alfalfa’s moving into former Lucky’s Market Longmont space

Announced last week, Alfalfa’s, which bills itself as an accessible health food store, will open its doors at 700 Ken Pratt Blvd., in the former Lucky’s location.
Hidden Treasure's mask-making effort no longer a secret

Hidden Treasure's mask-making effort no longer a secret

The mother-daughter duo that owns Hidden Treasures 2, with help from community members, have made 23,750-and-counting masks for the community.
Out Boulder County grants offer LGBTQ+ community help during Pride month

Out Boulder County grants offer LGBTQ+ community help during Pride month

“We have this revitalized sense of urgency, and a lot of hope even though everything can be scary. But in the face of adversity, these communities show incredible resilience.”