Good morning, Longmont.

Front Range Passenger Rail announced a proposed agreement with BNSF Railroad on Thursday + the planned deal could expand regional passenger rail options for Longmont commuters.

Boulder County awarded $2 million in emergency grants to eight local nonprofits to safeguard food and health care access for residents affected by recent federal benefit changes.

The awards came after 28 applications requested over $5.5 million in total funding.

QMAP In Person Course in Longmont, Colorado

9:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Day 1) & until approx. 1:30 PM (Day 2) — Colorado QMAP Training — $120.00 — Complete your QMAP certification with professional instruction from LPN Sharon Tynsky.

2026 Left Hand Brewing Half Marathon & 5k

7:30 AM - 1:00 PM — The Garden at Left Hand Brewing — Registration required — Run alongside the scenic St. Vrain Greenway in this annual community event.

QMAP In Person Course in Longmont, Colorado

9 AM – 4:30 PM (Day 1), 9 AM – 2 PM (Day 2) — Colorado QMAP Training — $120 — Enhance your caregiving skills with this essential training course.

Andy Mann Live with Eli West and Reed Foehl

7-9 p.m. — Niwot Hall — Cost TBD — Experience an intimate evening of music featuring Andy Mann, Eli West, and Reed Foehl.

Longmont Celebrates Cinco De Mayo

10:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Roosevelt Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with food, music, and vibrant local culture.

Longmont Half & 5k

7:30 a.m. — City of Longmont Recreation Center — Registration fee required — Experience Longmont's only Half Marathon and 5k in a scenic setting for all skill levels.

Book Swap at Wild Cider

2-4 p.m. — Wild Cider — $5 RSVP required — Exchange your old books for new ones while enjoying a cozy atmosphere.