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🌱Lakewood Police Give Motel Update + Shrinkflation is Real + Clean Air

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Hey, Lakewood! Let's get you started this off on this Tuesday morning with what you need to know going on today in town.

Tuesday's weather: Windy, cooler, rain and drizzle in the p.m. High: 56 Low: 29.

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HAPPENING NOW: A wildfire was reported burning in Left Hand Canyon near Deer Trail Road this morning at 4:30 a.m. (FOX31)

Here are the top five stories in Lakewood today:

  1. Lakewood Police give City Council update on motel licensing program. Lakewood's motels are still seeing increased calls for service. Lakewood Police would like to see a better definition of what is considered a "significant criminal act," increased penalties when a deadly weapon is found on the premises or poses a threat or causes bodily or property injury. (Transcript)
  2. Investing in clean air is worth it, not just for us, but for our children. This is commentary is from a pediatrician that has seen first hand, the impacts of poor air quality in children's health along the Front Range. The negative health effects are even larger in disproportionately impacted communities that live in the most polluted ZIP codes. (CO Newsline)
  3. Shrinkflation is real. Have you noticed that products and their packaging are getting smaller? Experts call it "shrinkflation." Basically, now you're paying more for less. (9News)
  4. Cause and effect: Westword looks at how the Marshall Fire has impacted rents around the metro area. (Westword)
  5. Jeffco Sheriff's Office refutes claim 18 year-old flirted with deputy to avoid DUI. The woman posted a TikTok video claiming to have gotten out of a DUI. Turns out the body cam of the deputy disputed the claim. Just goes to prove that you can't believe everything you see on social media. (7News)

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Today in Lakewood:

  • Lakewood Job Fair: At Head Games VR. (11 a.m- 2 p.m.)
  • Chromebook Basics: Jeffco Business & Workforce Center. (1:3o p.m.)
  • Tuesday Afternoon Book Group: Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury. (2 p.m.)
  • Book Writing & Publishing: Masterclass (5-8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • How to protect your home from wildfire. Taking fire precautions isn't just for those who live in the high country or near open spaces. Experts offer advice to take these steps to maintain or build homes with fire safety in mind. (FOX31)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you first thing on Wednesday morning with a brand new edition of the Lakewood Daily. — Brad K. Evans

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