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Longmont
Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Longmont. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Louisville nonprofit Community Food Share said that federal spending cuts targeting SNAP have led more Boulder and Broomfield residents to use its services and forced it to reduce food variety—buying mostly local, long-lasting produce as its food buying funds drop from $2.4 million to about $1.5 million. The nonprofit hosted a virtual town hall to explain its new approach as rising living costs continue to strain local families. Colorado Hometown Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado school districts are facing tough choices as the U.S. Department of Education froze $6 billion in federal grants—forcing them to cut after-school programs before classes resume. Administrators are reworking budgets to address the funding shortfall. CBS Colorado
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Longmont fuel transport company Xtreme Petroleum LLC and owner Navkirat Singh are facing potential penalties for allegedly tampering with emission-control systems on six vehicles, according to a Weld District Court lawsuit—penalties could reach hundreds of thousands of dollars. Longmont Times-Call
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Teresa Simpkins, a retired city employee with 25 years of service who has lived in Ward 2 for 12 years, announced her candidacy for the Longmont City Council seat. She is one of three candidates in a race where filing opens on August 5 and Election Day is set for Nov. 4 — her campaign will emphasize responsive government and practical local experience. Longmont Times-Call
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Big 12 media days in Frisco, coach Deion Sanders said Colorado let senior Kaidon Salter and freshman JuJu Lewis compete for the starting quarterback job ahead of the 2025 season. He said he trusted both players and noted that former NFL coach Mike Zimmer and former NFL quarterback Byron Leftwich could join the staff — a move expected to add decades of professional experience. 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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