Where Did The Big Guitar Go? + Jeffco Health Spars In Court

Let's get Thursday kicked off with what's happening in and around Lakewood today.

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Thursday's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 82 Low: 49.

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Here are the top stories today in Lakewood:

1. Jeffco Public Health director spars with christian school attorneys in court over mask mandate. Two schools have worked out a solution, the third has not. (Eminetra)
2. Nourishing Journalism Dreams: After graduating from Bear Creek High School in Lakewood, Zada Herrera, enrolled in the newly revamped journalism program at Community College of Denver and found herself becoming Editor in Chief of the school's publication. (Your Hub)
3. The big guitar at Morrison and Sheridan that welcomes you to Westwood will be back soon. The iconic sign is getting a touch-up and should be back in its rightful place in a few months. (Denverite)
4. Wednesday marked six months since the shooting that killed 10 people at a King Soopers in Boulder. People across the city stepped outside last night in remembrance of the 10 victims. (9News)
5. More big changes in latest Colorado congressional map: The new iteration avoids pitting House members against each other, while ski areas would merge with Boulder and Larimer in the 2nd District. (COSun)

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Today in Lakewood:

• Young Professionals Happy Hour: West Metro Chamber of Commerce. (5:00 p.m.)
• Pollinator Path Community Art Show: 40 West ArtLine. (5:00 p.m.)
• September Netwalk: Networking and Walking. (5:30 p.m.)

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Lakewood Patch Notebook

• Connect with Alameda: Lots of great stuff happening here under the tuteledge of Executive Director, Tom Quinn. Check it out: (Alameda Connects)

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Lakewood Factoids: While Lakewood is known for its tree-lined streets and residences, the city features a hidden gem for paleontology and Jurassic lovers. The Dinosaur Hotel (once a franchise hotel) is decked out in dinosaur décor and visuals. Located on South Vance Street, this hotel is blanketed with dinosaur statues, bones, and other historical ornaments and designs. (Best Western)

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