🌱 Union Station Saga Continues + Shrinkflation Hitting Grocery Stores

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

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First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy with a t-shower. High: 51 Low: 37.

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Here are the top stories today in Lakewood:

1. Denver's Union Station problems persist. Denver's going the route of trying to arrest its way out of the problems that have plagued the city's "living room" at the beleaguered downtown transit station. Instead of figuring out how to dilute the existing problems with more normal activities, the approach as been to arrest and detain – a solution that never works out, and scares everyone off. (Denverite)
2. Town of Superior issues first building permit after Marshall Fire. The first building permit has been approved by the Town of Superior. Ed and Terri Colson are planning to build a new home on their property that burnt down as a result of the Marshall Fire last December. (CBS4)
3. $2 million in emergency education funding approved by Gov. Jared Polis. A big chunk of money from the American Rescue Plan will go toward supporting K-12 education. The investment will support at least 60 new math and reading tutoring programs across the state. (FOX31)
4. Shrinkflation is hitting area grocery stores. With all the supply chain issues caused by the global pandemic, manufactures are resorting to selling their products in the same packaging, at the same price, while providing less product inside. (MSN)
5. Town of Vail's plan to condemn land planned for affordable housing may run into a valuation problem. A fight is brewing in Vail as to what could be built on land that the town is moving to condemn for preservation. The developer is expected to argue what the highest and best use is for the parcel, and in Vail, that's isn't gonna be cheap. (CO Sun)

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Today in Lakewood:

• Alameda Connects: Community meeting. (7:30 – 9 a.m.)
• Chromebook Basics: Jeffco Business & Workforce Center. (9 a.m.)
• Toddler Time: Golden Library. (9:15 a.m.)
• Community Development Committee: Golden Chamber of Commerce. (11:3o a.m.)
• Where Action Matters: 19th annual charitable event. (7 p.m.)

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From my notebook

• Join 40 West Arts for a BIG night of celebration. Put the grand opening of the HUB at 40 West Arts, which will include DJ's, art acts, aerial dancers and more, on your calendar. This incredible night is one not to be missed on June 3, 6-9 p.m. (40West)
• Today is National Bike and Roll to School Day. Be aware that our kiddos will be out and about. Drive slowly, keep an eye out for them, and encourage your student to participate! Biking increases physical fitness, creates a sense of adventure and is better for the environment. Check out the website for events near you. (Walk Bike)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you first thing on Thursday morning with another edition of the Lakewood Daily. — Brad K. Evans

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