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Protests, Power Outages, and Powering Up Boulder's Community
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Good morning, this is your Boulder Local Frequency for Saturday, January 31st.
Boulder is buzzing today with a mix of heartfelt activism, outdoor tributes, and sunny weekend vibes that remind us why we love calling this place home. Faith leaders from our local churches, including Rev. David Schwartz of the Unitarian Universalist Church, are at the forefront of national protests against ICE actions, fresh off solidarity walks here and in Minneapolis. Theyre standing up for immigrant communities amid rising tensions, with events underscoring a moral call to action that hits close to home—especially after tragedies like the shooting of protester Alex Pretti, whose Colorado ties have many reflecting on justice and safety for all neighbors. Keep an eye on todays schedule: a memorial bike ride led by cycling star Ryan Duzer kicks off at noon from North Boulder Park, honoring Pretti with wheels spinning in unity. Right after, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Broadway and Canyon, join the ICE Out protest to amplify those voices. And tomorrow, lace up for the five-mile F ICE group run at 9 a.m. from Broadway and Maxwell, guided by physical therapist Cait Alexander—turning outrage into movement that strengthens our community bonds.
Meanwhile, local businesses are still reeling from Xcels December power shutoffs that left two-thirds of us in the dark, sparking urgent calls for compensation at state hearings this week. City leaders and owners alike are pushing back, highlighting real losses from spoiled goods to halted operations, though Xcel says advance notices might nix claims— a reminder of how utility decisions ripple into our daily hustles. On a brighter note, Boulder's office market is resetting with high vacancies at 23 percent countywide and nearly 29 percent downtown, as hybrid work lingers; landlords are slashing rents to lure small tenants back, and city incentives could spark the rebound we need for vibrant Pearl Street energy.
Weather-wise, BoulderCAST predicts a sneaky cold front tonight with possible light flurries and lows around 23, but dont sweat it—downslope winds usher in mid-50s highs tomorrow under plenty of sun, climbing near 60 by Monday for that classic Rocky Mountain tease. BVSD powered through teacher callouts yesterday tied to protests, keeping schools open while excusing family absences, showing resilience amid the national shutdown wave.
For fun today, catch Fitz and the Tantrums rocking Boulder Theater at 8 p.m. for infectious indie soul, or Josh Teed with his crew at the Fox Theatre same time for electronic beats thatll get you moving. CU Boulders Program Council hosts a magic show with John Rotellini at 7:30 p.m., perfect for family wonder. Dance lovers, Avalon Sodal Hall offers OneBody Dance Journey from 10:30 a.m. to noon, blending personal flow with group energy. And dont miss the Sip-erior Beer Fest at noon in Superior for craft pours and good cheers.
Boulder County just doled out $540K in climate grants for everything from Longmonts home electrification to our citys resilient landscaping—voter-backed funds building a greener future one tree and workshop at a time. Heads up, some 2026 property tax bills may jump without value hikes, especially for manufactured homes, due to expired relief—check yours by April 30th.
This has been Boulder Local Frequency. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates.
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Boulder is buzzing today with a mix of heartfelt activism, outdoor tributes, and sunny weekend vibes that remind us why we love calling this place home. Faith leaders from our local churches, including Rev. David Schwartz of the Unitarian Universalist Church, are at the forefront of national protests against ICE actions, fresh off solidarity walks here and in Minneapolis. Theyre standing up for immigrant communities amid rising tensions, with events underscoring a moral call to action that hits close to home—especially after tragedies like the shooting of protester Alex Pretti, whose Colorado ties have many reflecting on justice and safety for all neighbors. Keep an eye on todays schedule: a memorial bike ride led by cycling star Ryan Duzer kicks off at noon from North Boulder Park, honoring Pretti with wheels spinning in unity. Right after, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Broadway and Canyon, join the ICE Out protest to amplify those voices. And tomorrow, lace up for the five-mile F ICE group run at 9 a.m. from Broadway and Maxwell, guided by physical therapist Cait Alexander—turning outrage into movement that strengthens our community bonds.
Meanwhile, local businesses are still reeling from Xcels December power shutoffs that left two-thirds of us in the dark, sparking urgent calls for compensation at state hearings this week. City leaders and owners alike are pushing back, highlighting real losses from spoiled goods to halted operations, though Xcel says advance notices might nix claims— a reminder of how utility decisions ripple into our daily hustles. On a brighter note, Boulder's office market is resetting with high vacancies at 23 percent countywide and nearly 29 percent downtown, as hybrid work lingers; landlords are slashing rents to lure small tenants back, and city incentives could spark the rebound we need for vibrant Pearl Street energy.
Weather-wise, BoulderCAST predicts a sneaky cold front tonight with possible light flurries and lows around 23, but dont sweat it—downslope winds usher in mid-50s highs tomorrow under plenty of sun, climbing near 60 by Monday for that classic Rocky Mountain tease. BVSD powered through teacher callouts yesterday tied to protests, keeping schools open while excusing family absences, showing resilience amid the national shutdown wave.
For fun today, catch Fitz and the Tantrums rocking Boulder Theater at 8 p.m. for infectious indie soul, or Josh Teed with his crew at the Fox Theatre same time for electronic beats thatll get you moving. CU Boulders Program Council hosts a magic show with John Rotellini at 7:30 p.m., perfect for family wonder. Dance lovers, Avalon Sodal Hall offers OneBody Dance Journey from 10:30 a.m. to noon, blending personal flow with group energy. And dont miss the Sip-erior Beer Fest at noon in Superior for craft pours and good cheers.
Boulder County just doled out $540K in climate grants for everything from Longmonts home electrification to our citys resilient landscaping—voter-backed funds building a greener future one tree and workshop at a time. Heads up, some 2026 property tax bills may jump without value hikes, especially for manufactured homes, due to expired relief—check yours by April 30th.
This has been Boulder Local Frequency. Well see you tomorrow with more local updates.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI