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A Shared Vision for the Boulder Valley | City of Boulder

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"A Shared Vision for the Boulder Valley" #boulder

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"Education Department layoffs hit offices that oversee special education and civil rights enforcement"

Education Department layoffs hit offices overseeing special education

A new round of layoffs at the Education Department is depleting an agency that was already hit hard in the Trump administration’s previous mass firings, threatening new disruption to the nation’s students and schools.

Things to do in Boulder Monday, Oct. 13: Craft story time at Boulder Public Library – Boulder Daily Camera

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"Today Craft Storytime:* 4 pm, Boulder Public Library, 1001 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder. Share books, sing songs and play while fostering early literacy skills. Stay after story time to make a related craft. calendar.boulderlibrary.org." #boulder

Things to do in Boulder Monday, Oct. 13.

CU Boulder faculty call for statewide defense compact amid federal threats

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"CU Boulder faculty call for statewide defense compact amid federal threats" #boulder

Boulder faculty are calling for University of Colorado leaders to propose and help establish a statewide Mutual Academic Defense Compact, which would create a coordinated alliance among colleges and universities in Colorado to defend academic freedom and institutional autonomy against political attacks.

County: Air levels safe after Nederland shopping-center fire – BizWest Get our email updates

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"Boulder County conducted tests after Thursday’s fire that destroyed much of a strip mall in the..." #boulder

Boulder County conducted tests after Thursday’s fire that destroyed much of a strip mall in the mountain town of Nederland and found the air safe.

bizwest.com

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"Rockslides near Boulder Falls have made the popular destination unsafe to visit today, but there’s much more to see on a drive up Boulder Canyon. Take a trip back in time to view the route through the eyes of our predecessors." #boulder

The making of Boulder Canyon: From impassable gorge to mountain gateway

Horse-drawn wagons, photographers and church picnickers made Boulder Canyon a symbol of adventure and a lifeline for mountain towns.

boulderreportinglab.org

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"Organized by Superior’s Historical Commission, a Wednesday event will focus on highlighting the history of Native Americans in Boulder County." #boulder

Superior slated to host historical event for Indigenous Peoples Day

The event begins Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the community center, 1500 Coalton Road.

Fox31 meteorologist Kylie Bearse, stalked by obsessed fan, frustrated with justice system

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"Kylie Bearse, a meteorologist at Denver’s Fox31, usually loves interacting with viewers outside of the TV screen. It’s wonderful when they say hello in person, and Bearse, 36, cherishes those genuine connections." #boulder

Fox 31 KDVR meteorologist Kylie Bearse was stalked by an obsessed fan who repeatedly violated a protection order. The Denver District Attorney's Office charges stalking cases less frequently than neighboring jurisdictions, data shows.

Indigenous People’s Day, Ballots Mailed Out, Nederland Fire Update, Flooding in Southern Colorado – KGNU Community Radio

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"Indigenous People’s Day, Ballots Mailed Out, Nederland Fire Update, Flooding in Southern Colorado" #boulder

Fort Chambers Boulder Project and Lift for Palestine – KGNU Community Radio

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"Listeners: Top listeners: KGNU Broadcast Live On-Air 9:30 am - 12:00 pm 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm On today’s Morning Magazine, it’s Indigenous Peoples Day."#boulderr

Fort Chambers Historical Site Being Developed by City of Boulder – KGNU Community Radio

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"Fort Chambers Historical Site Being Developed by City of Boulder" #boulder

Indigenous People’s Day, Ballots Mailed Out, Nederland Fire Update, Flooding in Southern Colorado – KGNU Community Radio

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"Indigenous People’s Day, Ballots Mailed Out, Nederland Fire Update, Flooding in Southern Colorado" #boulder

Does the AI boom threaten local air quality? A north Denver neighborhood is about to find out

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"Dr. Pam Valenza wasn’t immediately alarmed by the construction outside Tepeyac Community Health Center."

A new data center campus is currently under construction in Elyria-Swansea — a neighborhood already struggling with pollution from major highways and Colorado’s only oil and gas refinery.

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"Proposed development near homes in Louisville’s Little Italy neighborhood takes a step forward" #boulder

Proposed development near Louisville's Little Italy neighborhood takes a step forward

The Louisville Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend a development plan to the City Council, while also responding to concerns from the nearby Little Italy neighborhood.

Boulder council moves forward a fee to fund transportation management projects

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"Is the third time a charm for a transportation management fee in Boulder? The Boulder City Council is considering the fee to keep up with maintenance of roads, bridges and other infrastructure needs." #boulder

The Boulder City Council is considering a transportation management fee to keep up with maintenance of roads, bridges and other infrastructure needs.

Boulder may ban daytime lawn watering citywide

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"Boulder may ban daytime lawn watering citywide in first major landscaping overhaul in 20 years" #boulder

The proposed rules would limit watering hours and curb decorative turf in favor of drought-tolerant, fire-resistant plants.

boulderreportinglab.org

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"It remains to be seen if cash will rule everything around the Boulder City Council election on November 4, but it’s clear that the money is rolling in." #boulder

Five Boulder City Council candidates reach maximum donation amount

It remains to be seen if cash will rule everything around the Boulder City Council election on Nov. 4, but it's clear that the money is rolling in.

Five Boulder City Council candidates reach maximum donation amount

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"It remains to be seen if cash will rule everything around the Boulder City Council election on November 4, but it’s clear that the money is rolling in." #boulder

It remains to be seen if cash will rule everything around the Boulder City Council election on Nov. 4, but it's clear that the money is rolling in.

Election 2025 — Boulder Colorado Voter Guide | Boulder Colorado Voter GuideElection 2025 — Boulder Colorado Voter Guide – Boulder Colorado Voter Guide

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"Boulder Colorado Voter Guide from Eric Budd covers state and local ballot measures, candidates, and judges The elections this year in Boulder, Colorado has felt quieter than usual in 2025." #boulder

Boulder Colorado Voter Guide from Eric Budd covers state and local ballot measures, candidates, and judges

bouldercoloradovoterguide.com

2025 Boulder County voter guide

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"Welcome to our 2025 Voter Guide, which rounds up all candidate and race coverage for the 2025 election." #boulder

Boulder County voter guide rounds up all candidate and race coverage for the 2025 election. The guide will be updated with new stories up to Election Day on Nov. 5.

A recap of the Camera’s election endorsements (Editorial)

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"Ballots are in the mail. Some voters will open their mailboxes this week and vote right away. Others will slowly fill out their ballots over weeks." #boulder

To everyone in Boulder County feeling overwhelmed and weary, we urge you to look local, pick up your ballot, and set about making a difference in your community.

Where 2025 Boulder City Council candidates stand on city budget priorities

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"2025 Boulder City Council election: Where candidates stand on city budget priorities" #boulder

With limited funding due to slowing sales tax growth and uncertain federal support, here’s what candidates say they would prioritize.

boulderreportinglab.org

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"The GOP chair for House District 10 has filed a legal complaint against Boulder County Clerk Molly Fitzpatrick, alleging election insecurity that violates state law." #boulder

HD10 GOP chairman protests Boulder County ballot drop boxes – Boulder Daily Camera

The GOP chair for House District 10 has filed a legal complaint against Boulder County Clerk Molly Fitzpatrick alleging election insecurity that violates state law.

Marta Loachamin: The Supreme Court just gave racism the weight of law

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"By Marta Loachamin* As we celebrate Hispanic and Latine Heritage Month from September 15 to Oct. 15, many may have missed the implications of a recent national court case: The Supreme Court has functionally legalized racial profiling." #boulder

The Supreme Court has functionally legalized racial profiling. In practical terms, this means Latino communities can now legally be treated as suspects simply for “looking” Latino.