COVID-19 Variant Affects Schools + Ride Share Prices Rising

One of the key things that help build strong communities is knowing others in your community. As this Lakewood Daily gets its footing, I hope to bring you stories about the people who live, work and play in Lakewood! What are you doing that you want to share? Make sure you send me your events and ideas to me so we can let others know about all the great stuff happening right here in Lakewood! – Brad K. Evans

Wednesday's weather forecast: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 93 Low: 62.

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Here are the top stories in Lakewood today:

1. Public health officials announce mask requirements for all Denver Schools and Daycare programs a day after Jefferson County announced a similar requirement. (Lakewood Patch)
2. Things are getting wild out there! On Tuesday afternoon, a woman allegedly robbed a Target store in Arvada, CO, but then died after Arvada officers shoot at her. It's still unclear if the crash or the bullets killed the woman. (CBS4 Denver)
3. A Denver City Council Person has tested positive for CoVID19. As the Delta Variant spreads across the state, not even elected leaders are immune the virus' impacts. (Denverite)
4. Thinking about using ride-share get where you are going? Think again. Across the Denver Metro-Area, ride-share prices are surging – which means a ride that used to cost $20, could now be $90-$100 at peak times! (Fox 31)

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Today in Lakewood

• West Colfax Community Association meeting - Topics will include discussion with Lakewood Mayor Adam Paul about all things Casa Bonita! (7:30AM)

• Aacres Lakewood Job Fair: Are you looking for a job? Come to the Aacres Job Fair and learn more about working as a Direct Support Professional. $1000 signing bonuses available! (12:00 – 3:00PM)
• Los Cuentacuentos/The Storytellers Ven con tu familia a compartir cuentos rimas y arte en español. Todos son bienvenidos. (Join us for family fun as we share stories rhymes and art in Spanish). All are welcome! Jeffco Public Library (3:00 - 3:30 PM)
• Pi - Yo (Pilates-Yoga) in the Park: A free weekly summer (all levels) Pilates and Yoga class to strengthen the core and hips and yoga stretches to help stretch and relax at Parfet Park in Golden CO. (6:30PM)
• Wine Down Wednesday: This fun event is a great opportunity to network and connect with West Metro Chamber members (guests welcome). This event is IN-PERSON. (4:30 - 6:30PM)

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Lakewood Patch Notebook

• Was your business in Lakewood impacted by COVID 19? If so, the SBA's Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program provides emergency assistance for eligible venues affected by COVID-19. Two billion dollars have been reserved for eligible applicants, and it's not too late to apply! All applications received before 11:59PM Pacific Time on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021 will be accepted. (SBA)
• That's a wrap on the Lakewood Cultural Center's summer camp season. And what a blast it was! These Lakewood kids had a great time this summer. Check out the photos from the Lakewood Cultural Center.

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— Brad K. Evans

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