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Good day Broomfield! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Meet the Legacy High senior powering four ensembles with three instruments.
  • How bad did September's drought get in Broomfield?
  • How will Centennial Elementary's closure reshape Broomfield students' school options?

Also on today's calendar: Fempire Comedy Festival and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very warm, with a high of 87 and low of 55 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 59.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Legacy High student plays in four of the school's ensembles (Five Questions) (dailycamera.com) — A Legacy High School senior in Broomfield is juggling a demanding schedule of classes with playing flute, saxophone and cymbals across four different school and regional ensembles. She describes how she carves out weekly practice time, why winter percussion is her favorite, and how her siblings inspired her to join band. Looking ahead, she hopes to study music education and strengthen Colorado high school programs like Legacy's.
   

2. September 2026 Weather Review: Extreme Drought Rolls On Alongside Boulder's 17th Consecutive Warmer Than Normal Month (bouldercast.com) — Broomfield's drought conditions worsened in September as eastern Boulder County and nearby areas missed out on late-season monsoon rains. The month was much hotter and drier than normal across the Front Range, capping an exceptionally dry water year. The piece also highlights broader Colorado drought trends and offers premium tools for tracking local forecasts and outdoor conditions.
   

3. Adams 12 will close 6 schools next year as K-12 enrollment falls statewide (broomfieldenterprise.com) — Centennial Elementary in Broomfield will close at the end of this school year as Adams 12 consolidates six schools due to falling enrollment, sending students to Arapahoe Ridge Elementary. Families and staff voiced emotional opposition, but board members said they can't sustain under-enrolled schools or provide needed resources without closures.
   

4. Fairview's Edwards brothers go 3-5 at 5A state golf tournament (timescall.com) — Broomfield sophomore golfer Max Music climbed into a tie for eighth at the 5A state tournament, matching Boulder's Pierce Johnson with a steady two-day 148. Fairview brothers Luke and Ash Edwards finished third and fifth, respectively, while several other Boulder Valley and Broomfield-area golfers turned in solid performances at Columbine Country Club.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Regarding the post made about my cat, thankfully she was found!
    Thank you to everyone who gave me some input on how to find her. I have also received messages from this person which I'm aware it could be a scam… (Nextdoor Willow Run)
  • FOUND AKITA - My husband and I were at Riverdale Animal Shelter about 12:30 today and someone was dropping off a beautiful Akita.
    The lady said she found the dog roaming, but I wasn't able to hear where she found it. It didn't have a collar. If you are missing this fur baby,… (Nextdoor Northmoor Estates)
  • American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. posted a job opening for Aerie - Stock Associate - Early Morning (Off-Hours) in Broomfield. Apply here.
  • Arc Thrift Stores posted a job opening for Pricer Bric Brac (4) in Broomfield. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Broomfield here.

Ok Broomfield! 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: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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