Sunday, August 31st, 2025

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Good morning, Longmont. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oscar was named the Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week on Aug. 30—this 6-year-old dog showed a playful, loving personality and needed a patient family to help with his crate training and daily adventures. Longmont Times-Call
- ➤ Saturday saw a free Nature Detectives in the Field walk at Walden Ponds and live music shows at local breweries, while Sunday and Monday will bring a phish tribute act, a pop-up plant event, a revived flapjack tradition and a Lord of the Rings discussion group—readers can check the details at each venue. This roundup offers a variety of community events designed for all ages in Longmont. Longmont Times-Call
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At 8:46 a.m. Friday, officers took a report of a burglary in the 1200 block of South Sunset Street. Longmont Times-Call
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Paula Johansen and Christopher Riley, who left New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina, now run BOCO Life and keep their Saints spirit alive in Colorado while sharing memories of loss and rescue. They recall how the storm changed their lives and brought many survivors to the area—linking past hardships with a hopeful future. CBS Colorado
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Longmont roadwork will close southbound Coffman Street until Sept. 24, restrict one northbound lane on Hover Street until Sept. 14, and reduce County Line Road to one lane during work hours from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. In Boulder County and Erie, projects including culvert replacements, a waterline project, and dam rehabilitation will cause lane shifts and delays through November—drivers should plan for extra travel time. Longmont Times-Call
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Experts say that spending 20-30 minutes gardening a few times a week can lower stress and boost mood — a University of Colorado-Boulder study found that regular gardening helped build stronger social ties and increased physical activity — showing that digging in the dirt has hidden benefits for mental health. Colorado Hometown Weekly
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local Longmont resident Phil Caragol, known as Buffalo Phil, cheers on CU football games in his iconic horned helmet costume and custom gear as he energizes fans during a season opener when the Buffs narrowly lost to Georgia Tech—he travels from Longmont to Boulder for every game. He will share stories from his debut memoir at the Boulder Bookstore on Oct 22. Longmont Times-Call
- ➤ In high school football Week 1, Mead shut out Pueblo South 42-0 — with six sacks by Caeden Herrera — and Centaurus beat Boulder 41-0. In Longmont, Monarch defeated the Trojans 43-13 as teams across the region built momentum for upcoming games. Longmont Times-Call
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Lanyon Park Historic Walking Tour
10–11 a.m. — Lanyon Park — Free entry — Explore Longmont’s history and architecture on this informative walking tour.
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Ghost Tea Light Holder Make-Along
4-5:30 p.m. — Fettle & Fire — Registration required — Create glowing ghost tea light holders in this fun, hands-on workshop with no prior clay experience needed.
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2nd Annual Sunset Soiree
6-9 p.m. — Longmont Museum — Tickets required — Celebrate with cocktails, a three-course meal, and live big band music under the sunset for a good cause.
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Rhythm at Roosevelt
2-10 p.m. — Roosevelt Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music and family-friendly activities at this vibrant festival in Downtown Longmont.
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Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18.00 — Experience a peaceful, meditative class designed for chakra alignment and healing self-care.
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Drums & Space: 2nd Annual Summerfest
6-9:30 p.m. — Wibby Brewing — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with vibrant drumming and community fun for all ages.
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ArtWalk on Main 2025
4-8 p.m. — Firehouse Art Center — Free entry — Celebrate community arts with live music, food trucks, and interactive activities for all ages.
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Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18 drop-in fee — Experience a serene class focused on chakra alignment and holistic well-being.
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Historic Main Street Walking Tour
5:30-7 p.m. — Longmont Museum — $12 — Discover the rich history of Longmont while exploring iconic sites with expert insights.
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