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Friday, October 10th, 2025

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Good morning, Longmont. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire at Caribou Village Shopping Center in Nederland forced some Boulder County residents to evacuate early Thursday morning — authorities also closed roads near Peak to Peak and Bridge Street while fire crews reported the blaze was largely under control by 6:30 a.m. and began investigating its cause.  CBS Colorado

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Sarah Leonard, who led Visit Longmont for nearly three years, is set to lead Visit Estes Park after she was one of two finalists interviewed on Oct. 1. The board will negotiate final contract terms over the next two weeks to fill a vacancy that lasted for more than a year — a key step for the tourism board.  Longmont Times-Call

EDUCATION NEWS

  • St. Vrain Valley elementary, middle and high schools are hosting fall open houses ahead of open enrollment from Dec. 1 to 15 — each school has created an online portfolio with program highlights and resources. Community members are encouraged to contact schools directly for individual tours or more details.  Longmont Times-Call

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Longmont’s Hard to Recycle Event runs through Oct. 18 at Green Girl Recycling’s facility at 1801 Boston Ave., letting residents drop off TVs, electronics, mattresses and more. Participants must schedule appointments and show proof of a Longmont address—this helps keep these items out of local landfills.  Longmont Times-Call

SPORTS NEWS

  • Dallan Hayden, a running back for the Buffs, returned after a hand injury and had his best game at TCU last week; he will try to build on that performance when CU faces No. 22 Iowa State on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. on ESPN—his role increases as injuries open up more backfield opportunities.  Longmont Times-Call
  • Frederick’s top tennis player Josiah Brittenham beat Dawson’s Cole Cohen 6-4, 6-3 in the Class 4A Region 5 singles final on October 9 at Niwot High School — he credited his strong serve and focus for the win. Niwot’s Oskar Hansen also clinched the 2 singles final with a 6-1, 6-2 score, earning his spot at state.  Longmont Times-Call
  • CU Buffs football will host No. 22 Iowa State on Saturday at Folsom Field in Boulder at 1:30 p.m. on ESPN, while BuffZone’s Brian Howell + BuffStampede’s Adam Munsterteiger offer their preview and discuss key player injuries.  Longmont Times-Call

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Fireside Collective Concert at Left Hand Brewing

    6-9:45 p.m. — Left Hand Brewing Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy bluegrass with your family while supporting music education at this community concert.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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  • Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment

    4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18.00 — Experience a serene journey through gentle yoga focusing on chakra alignment and holistic self-care.

    Sun, 10/12/25

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  • Free Fitness in the Park

    12-1 p.m. — Lanyon Park — Free entry — Experience a refreshing Pilyoga class in the great outdoors.

    Sat, 10/18/25

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  • Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment

    4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18 drop-in fee — A peaceful class focused on balancing body, mind, energy, and spirit through gentle yoga practices.

    Sun, 10/19/25

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  • Discovery Days Music & Movement in the Park

    10:45-11:45 a.m. — Lanyon Park — Free entry — Engage in music and movement outdoors with your little ones for a fun morning experience.

    Mon, 10/20/25

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  • Modern Calligraphy Workshop

    5:00-6:30 p.m. — Longs Peak Pub & Taphouse — Cost not specified — Unleash your inner artist with modern calligraphy using a pointed dip pen and ink.

    Wed, 10/22/25

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  • Murder, Haunts, & Intrigue: Nighttime Historic Walking Tour

    7-8 p.m. — Longmont Museum — $12 — Explore intriguing and spooky events from Longmont’s past on this special Halloween nighttime walking tour.

    Fri, 10/24/25

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  • Longmont Halloween Parade

    10-11:30 a.m. — Roosevelt Park — Free entry — Dress up in costumes and enjoy a festive foot parade followed by Trick-or-Treat Street!

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Gentle Yoga for Chakra Alignment

    4:30-5:30 p.m. — Full Circle Yoga — $18.00 — Experience a meditative yoga class designed to align chakras while promoting harmony and healing.

    Sun, 10/26/25

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