🌱 Lakewood's Big Boom Bash Canceled + Will Signs Protect Cyclists?

Hello all. It's me, Brad K. Evans, your host of the Daily. Let's get this Friday started off right, with a quick review of the important things happening in an around Lakewood.

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Thursday's weather: Times of sun and clouds. High: 90 Low: 63.

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Here are the top stories in Lakewood today:

1. Fourth of July fireworks shows canceled across the metro area. With the current drought conditions cities across the metro area are still planning events for the 4th of July, but without firework shows. This includes Lakewood's upcoming Big Boom Bash. (CBS4)
2. Homeownership has increased across the state for most, but not Black Coloradoans. Typically, owning a home is how people accumulate wealth, and experts say that it's the most effective way to close the racial wealth gap. (CPR)
3. Here's how to get a last-minute campground reservation. If you're like me, and procrastinate getting that summer camping reservation, here's how to find one at the last minute. (5280)
4. CDOT and Bicycle Colorado hope signs will protect cyclists. The Colorado Department of Transportation has created a new sign that is intended to remind drivers of Colorado's "Three-Foot Law." That's the one that requires people driving cars to give bicyclists at least three feet of space when passing. (KMGH)

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Today in Lakewood:

• Through the Looking Glass: Golden Chamber of Commerce. (5:30 p.m.)
• Teen After Hours: Fandom Terrariums. (6 p.m.)
• EDGE Gallery: Members' Show: New Passages. (6 p.m.)
• An Octoroon: 40 West Arts District. (8 p.m.)
• Nine things to do in Colorado this weekend: June 10-12. (9News)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. See you all tomorrow for another update! — Brad K. Evans

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