Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of July.
Good morning, Longmont.
🏘️ Community
Supporters lined highways, including Interstate 70, on Monday to honor fallen firefighter pilot Nicholas Dale, who died when his helicopter crashed near Ouray while battling the Gold Mountain Fire.
His body traveled a 315-mile route from Montrose to Denver International Airport — before heading back to Canada — in a heartfelt tribute to his service.
Longmont police use drones and increased patrols to educate young riders on the safe use of e-motos after residents reported safety concerns along popular parks and streets.
Officials are weighing options for designated riding areas to help prevent future incidents.
🎓 Education
Boulder County's Left Hand Outdoor Challenge is accepting applications from teens 14 to 18 for a free outdoor leadership program that runs one Wednesday and one Saturday a month starting in September — volunteer mentors are also needed and applications close Aug.
12.
🏛️ Government
Traffic cameras installed in April have issued over 16,000 tickets and generated more than $200,000 as part of Longmont’s Vision Zero initiative.
Some drivers are frustrated while others believe the new system will improve safety + reduce serious crashes.
Boulder County Human Services is accepting applications for $8.5 million in one-year Community Partnership Grants to help local nonprofits run programs in 2027 — nonprofits must have a county address and serve residents and submit applications by 5 p.m. Aug.
21.
Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young announced the Great Colorado Payback program + a state initiative to help residents reclaim unclaimed money or property; the effort lets people check if forgotten assets belong to them.
The program is now available statewide.
Front Range Passenger Rail District released a draft plan for the Colorado Connector, a train that will run between Denver and Fort Collins by 2029 and include Longmont.
A town hall is set at Front Range Community College in Longmont from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday to gather feedback.
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