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Tuesday, July 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Longmont. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Louisville woman was served a felony summons for setting a small fire on June 14 between Flagstaff and Boulder Canyon drives that burned about a quarter acre—she is scheduled to appear on two counts of fourth-degree arson on July 11 at Boulder County Jail. Colorado Hometown Weekly
- ➤ A Boulder County resident, 31-year-old Zasquin Benally-Bartell from Louisville, is accused of starting a wildfire that burned about a quarter acre near Flagstaff Mountain on June 14, and she will appear in court Friday—investigators tracked her using evidence at the scene—while law enforcement has increased patrols this summer to prevent similar incidents. CBS Colorado
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Colorado will host many food and drink festivals through December, with events offering tastings, live music and local flavors in cities from Salida to Telluride and Boulder—Longmont residents can also look forward to Applefest at Ya Ya Farm & Orchard this fall. Longmont Times-Call
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Raised in the Rockies has published a back-to-school guide that offers expert tips, local resources, and advice for students and parents preparing for the upcoming school year (designed to ease the seasonal transition). The guide provides essential information (helping families get ready for classes in the fall). Colorado Hometown Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Weld County awarded more than $11.6 million in private activity bonds to Big Red Development LLC and Kentro Group to build 264 affordable housing units in Firestone and Johnstown. Big Red Development will construct a 129-unit complex and Kentro Group will develop a 135-unit apartment project—these bonds use tax-exempt financing with no taxpayer risk. Longmont Times-Call
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado's Jordan Seaton and DJ McKinney were named to the preseason All-Big 12 team on Monday by media covering the conference – Seaton started every game last season while McKinney recorded 62 tackles, three interceptions, and nine pass breakups. They join a group of top athletes as the team prepares for the season. Longmont Times-Call
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Longmont Men's City Championship
Individual stroke play tournament — Jul 11-13 — Ute Creek Golf Course — Entry required — Compete in a 54-hole tournament across three local courses.
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Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18.00 — Experience a meditative journey of balance and healing through gentle yoga and chakra alignment.
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Life Drawing Session
6-8 p.m. — Firehouse Art Center — Cost varies — Explore your creativity with a night of life drawing at the Firehouse Art Center.
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Longmont Area TableTop Networking
7:45-10 a.m. — Crossroads School — Registration required — Network effectively with a unique format designed to break the ice and expand your business connections.
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The Grable Howie Band Performance
6-9 p.m. — cBrIks on Main — No cover — Enjoy vivid storytelling and captivating folk/pop music in a cozy setting.
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Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18.00 — Experience a calming class focusing on chakra balance through gentle asanas and meditation.
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Next Step Golf Lessons
10-11:30 a.m. — Ute Creek Golf Course — $20 for lesson, $15 for optional golf, $4 for lunch special — Engage in youth drop-in golf instruction tailored for ages 10-18.
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Mis Pininos
4-5 p.m. — Collyer Park — Free — Practice Spanish through fun games and songs with native speakers in an engaging environment for families.
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Summer Concert Series: The Delta Sonics
7-8:30 p.m. — Longmont Museum — Free entry — Enjoy Chicago Blues with The Delta Sonics and local food in a beautiful courtyard setting.
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Brehm Prep School and OPTIONS Alumni Gathering
6-8 p.m. — Longmont Community Center — Free entry — Reconnect with fellow alumni over good food and great memories.
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