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šŸŒ± Curious what ā€œvolcanic eruptionsā€ in downtown Fairplay look like?

Fairplay, Colorado Patch AM: a 4 min read

Hello Fairplay! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Curious what ā€œvolcanic eruptionsā€ in downtown Fairplay look like?

Also on today's calendar: Park County Fair Ranch Rodeo and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some employees hide as soon as they arrive at work? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A t-storm in the p.m.; breezy, with a high of 72 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 72, low: 48.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 50 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Archaeology Day in Fairplay Coming Up on Saturday, July 11 (arkvalleyvoice.com) ā€” Families in Fairplay can enjoy a free Archaeology Day this Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Old Park County Courthouse lawn at 418 Main Street. Hosted by South Park Site Stewards, the event features hands-on demonstrations like flintknapping, atlatl throwing, volcanic eruption models, and artifact displays celebrating South Parkā€™s ancient history.
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šŸ’¬ Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Simplified Fire Restrictions graphic.
    We are preparing to print these so they can be posted at trailheads and other high-risk sites throughout the county. We will let you know when theyā€¦ (Nextdoor )
  • Government Jobs posted a job opening for Highway Maintenance Specialist ā€“ Fairplay- $500 Housing Stipend (CDL Training Provided w/ Permit) in Fairplay. Apply here.
  • Albertsons Company posted a job opening for Retail Sales and Store Support in Leadville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fairplay here.

šŸ—ž Nearby News

Leadville

  • Lake County Airport In Colorado Closed As Wildfire Approaches (aero-news.net)
  • Colorado researchers get a better idea of the possible health problems caused by wildfire smoke (cbsnews.com)
  • Colorado domestic violence shelters struggle to stay open as federal crime victim funds dry up (coloradosun.com)

Breckenridge

  • Elevate your summer with Breckenridge Distillery's new rye whiskey (themanual.com)

Ok Fairplay! 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: Good employees are hard to find! (Thank you Patricia P. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Fairplay

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