Nearby Communities
State Edition
National Edition
🌱 How far from your home should Aurora allow new gas stations?
Aurora, Colorado Patch AM: a 5 min readHello Aurora! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How far from your home should Aurora allow new gas stations?
- How a positive Aurora youth event spiraled into a damaging teen takeover.
- Police detail what happened during Thursday’s fights at Aurora Central High.
Also on today's calendar: AdventHealth Aurora Highlands ER GRAND OPENING and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Warm; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 93 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Very warm; a p.m. t-storm, temps: high: 91, low: 64.
- Sunday: A stray afternoon t-shower, with a high of 91 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. How far should gas stations be from Aurora homes? The city wants residents to decide (denver7.com) — Aurora is asking residents to weigh in on how far new gas stations should be from homes and from each other, after rejecting a proposed station near the Harmony neighborhood. Through an online Engage Aurora survey open until Oct. 31, locals can review buffer-zone maps and help shape future zoning rules that could affect convenience, development, and neighborhood quality of life citywide. 
2. Colorado community leaders reflect after Aurora teen takeover damages businesses (cbsnews.com) — A youth-focused basketball and back-to-school event at Del Mar Park in Aurora ended early when excited crowds surged toward social media influencers, and some teens later damaged a nearby Burger King and King Soopers, prompting a police response. Community leaders now question Denver Public Schools’ decision to revoke the original school venue and are already planning safer, better-structured events to keep Aurora teens engaged next year.
3. Teen jailed, four ticketed after fights break out at Aurora Central High School Thursday (sentinelcolorado.com) — Multiple fights at Aurora Central High School Thursday afternoon led to one teen being jailed for allegedly assaulting a staff member and four others ticketed for fighting. One student suffered minor injuries, and Aurora police say final charges from the incident will be determined today, making this an important safety update for families connected to the school.
4. What to do in Colorado this week: Free music and fresh murals on East Colfax in Aurora (coloradosun.com) — East Colfax in Aurora will be buzzing Friday evening as the Colfax Canvas mural festival unveils new artwork during the Aurora Cultural Arts District’s First Friday art walk, with free music, food, and gallery openings. The roundup also highlights statewide options like the Telluride Film Festival, the Colorado State Fair’s final days, and a classic car show in Westcliffe.
5. E-bike injuries jumped 184% as Children's Hospital Colorado warns of rising risks (sentinelcolorado.com) — Children’s Hospital Colorado in Aurora is warning families about a sharp rise in e-bike and e-scooter injuries among kids, including a 184% jump in e-bike injuries from 2024 to 2025. Doctors and state patrol officials urge Aurora parents to check device classifications, follow age rules, and insist on helmets every ride to prevent serious crashes.
📸 Around Aurora
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
🗓
Upcoming Events in
Aurora
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
-
Football vs. Doherty (C-Team)
Aurora Central Doherty High School, 4515 Barnes Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80917
10:00 am -
đ Autism Community Store -- Dungeons and Dragons Youth Group
Developmental Pathways Autism Community Store, 14095 E Exposition Ave, Aurora, CO, 80012, United States
12:00 pm -
No School (Labor Day)
Rocky Mountain Prep - Fletcher Campus Aurora, CO 80010 -
Labor Day - District Closed
Jewell Aurora, CO 80012 -
Family Literacy Registration with the Learning Source
Montview Elementary School, 2055 Moline St, Aurora, CO 80010
8:30 am -
Popup Event: Exploring Careers in Healthcare & Onward (ECHO)
Montview Elementary School, 2055 N Moline St, Aurora, CO 80010\
3:30 pm -
Boys Soccer vs Adams City
Aurora Central High School, 11700 E 11th Ave, Aurora, CO 80010\
4:00 pm -
Girls Volleyball at Overland
Aurora Central Overland High School, 12400 E Jewell Ave, Aurora, CO 80012, US
4:30 pm -
AdventHealth Aurora Highlands ER GRAND OPENING →
3405 Main St, Aurora
11:00 am
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
Tuesday September 8
Sunday September 20
📣 Aurora Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
🗓 Events Nearby
-
Character Ed Rally
Carson Denver, CO 80220
8:00 am -
Parking Lot Party
East Denver, CO 80206 -
No School: Labor Day
Eagleton Denver, CO 80204 -
No School- Labor Day
Teller Denver, CO 80206
Friday September 4
Saturday September 5
Monday September 7
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- So, how do you feel about hummingbirds?
Just curious. I'm a big believer in "signs" from nature as little messages from the beyond. This has brought me comfort over the years and all the… (Nextdoor Inspiration Colorado) - Everyone on here has great information!
Question, my mom is 97, she lives alone but had a fall. She went from the hospital to rehab, and has a cat. Im not sure she's ever going back home… (Nextdoor Chaddsford)
- Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Aurora. Apply here.
- Sherwin-Williams posted a job opening for Customer Service Specialist - Full-time in Aurora. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Aurora here.
Ok Aurora! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
👉 Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what’s happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.