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Contentious street closure, labor unrest, and stout celebrations - Boulder's news for Thursday, February 6, 2025.
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Good morning, this is your Boulder Local Frequency for Thursday, February 6, 2025. We're starting the day with a mix of news and events that are shaping our community.
First off, a contentious debate is back on the table as a ballot measure campaign kicks off to close two blocks of West Pearl Street to most vehicles. This proposal aims to recreate a pandemic-era street closure, allowing for expanded outdoor dining and pedestrian access. Supporters argue it would create a vibrant, walkable space for public events and local businesses, while some business owners fear it would hurt sales by limiting parking. The campaign has until May 28 to collect 3,401 signatures to qualify for the 2025 ballot.
In other news, King Soopers workers, including those in Boulder and Louisville, are set to go on a two-week strike starting today. The strike follows stalled contract negotiations, with the union alleging illegal actions by the company, including intimidation and refusal to provide bargaining information.
On a lighter note, Mountain Sun’s Stout Month is back for its 30th year. Throughout February, the brewery’s Boulder, Longmont, and Denver locations will feature a rotating tap list of nearly two dozen bold stouts, ranging from classic dry Irish styles to experimental barrel-aged brews.
If you're looking for something to do this week, the Boulder Theater has a packed schedule. Tonight, catch Jesse Cook, and tomorrow, TRACTORBEAM takes the stage. Plus, the Oscar-nominated documentary "Porcelain War" is showing at Cinemark in Boulder through today.
For those interested in shaping Boulder's future, the city is inviting residents to a public participation session for the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan on Saturday, February 8. This is your chance to weigh in on the city's growth and development over the next 20 years.
In community news, the Be Like Ellie Foundation is honoring the memory of Ellie Berg by filling downtown Boulder with heart-painted rocks on February 11. This initiative encourages locals and visitors to find, keep, or share these colorful stones as a simple act of kindness.
And finally, for commuters, the free Boulder Canyon Extra bus service between Nederland and Boulder has been extended through May 23. This service aims to improve connections to schools in Nederland and is part of the county's efforts to fill service gaps until RTD expands its services later this year.
This has been Boulder Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
First off, a contentious debate is back on the table as a ballot measure campaign kicks off to close two blocks of West Pearl Street to most vehicles. This proposal aims to recreate a pandemic-era street closure, allowing for expanded outdoor dining and pedestrian access. Supporters argue it would create a vibrant, walkable space for public events and local businesses, while some business owners fear it would hurt sales by limiting parking. The campaign has until May 28 to collect 3,401 signatures to qualify for the 2025 ballot.
In other news, King Soopers workers, including those in Boulder and Louisville, are set to go on a two-week strike starting today. The strike follows stalled contract negotiations, with the union alleging illegal actions by the company, including intimidation and refusal to provide bargaining information.
On a lighter note, Mountain Sun’s Stout Month is back for its 30th year. Throughout February, the brewery’s Boulder, Longmont, and Denver locations will feature a rotating tap list of nearly two dozen bold stouts, ranging from classic dry Irish styles to experimental barrel-aged brews.
If you're looking for something to do this week, the Boulder Theater has a packed schedule. Tonight, catch Jesse Cook, and tomorrow, TRACTORBEAM takes the stage. Plus, the Oscar-nominated documentary "Porcelain War" is showing at Cinemark in Boulder through today.
For those interested in shaping Boulder's future, the city is inviting residents to a public participation session for the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan on Saturday, February 8. This is your chance to weigh in on the city's growth and development over the next 20 years.
In community news, the Be Like Ellie Foundation is honoring the memory of Ellie Berg by filling downtown Boulder with heart-painted rocks on February 11. This initiative encourages locals and visitors to find, keep, or share these colorful stones as a simple act of kindness.
And finally, for commuters, the free Boulder Canyon Extra bus service between Nederland and Boulder has been extended through May 23. This service aims to improve connections to schools in Nederland and is part of the county's efforts to fill service gaps until RTD expands its services later this year.
This has been Boulder Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI