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🌱 Loveland family’s lives changed in a crosswalk—what police say now

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In today's newsletter:

  • Loveland family's lives changed in a crosswalk—what police say now
  • Why a Loveland-linked abuse case may face a major courtroom twist
  • Why a fatal I-25 crash near Loveland didn't lead to prison

Also on today's calendar: Primal Spirituality: Module Enlightened Thinking and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A couple of p.m. t-showers, with a high of 88 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 89, low: 60.
  • Thursday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 94 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Dad, 2 kids struck by truck in Loveland crosswalk have serious recovery ahead (reporterherald.com) — A father and his two young children face long recoveries after being hit by a truck while legally using a Loveland crosswalk, with one child airlifted from a Loveland hospital to intensive care. Family members are raising funds for medical bills and living expenses, and Loveland police say this is already the city's 12th pedestrian‑involved crash this year.
   

2. Exclusive: DA weighing options after judge bars witness from testifying (coloradoan.com) — Prosecutors are weighing how to respond after a judge barred a key witness from testifying in the case against a former teacher linked to Resurrection Christian School in Loveland. The ruling stems from an alleged violation of a sequestration order, and the district attorney is considering appeals or reconsideration as a new judge takes over.
   

3. Driver that killed 17-month-old on I-25 near Loveland sentenced to Community Corrections (reporterherald.com) — A driver has been sentenced to 16½ years in Community Corrections for the I-25 crash near Loveland that killed 17‑month‑old Elijah Manley and injured his family. The judge emphasized that the unusually lenient, non‑prison sentence reflected the Loveland‑area family's request for rehabilitation and marijuana treatment, along with the driver's remorse and lack of criminal history.
   

4. Bronze monuments planned for Eric Heiden, 'Miracle on Ice' heroes in Lake Placid (auburnpub.com) — A sculptor working out of a Loveland studio is creating 20 life‑size bronze statues honoring the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" U.S. hockey team and speedskater Eric Heiden for installation in Lake Placid, New York. The $5 million project, now in half‑scale model form, aims for completion by 2030, showcasing Loveland's role in a nationally significant Olympic tribute.
   

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Other local events
    Wednesday August 19
  • First Day of School (K, 6, 9)
    Thompson R2 Loveland, CO 80537
  • 1 Hour Late Start
    Thompson R2 Loveland, CO 80537
  • Girls Varsity Flag Football @ Holy Family High School
    Berthoud High School 5195 W 144th Ave, Broomfield Colorado 80020
    4:00 pm
  • BHS Open House 4:30pm-5:45pm
    Berthoud High School Loveland, CO 80537
    4:30 pm
  • Class of 2027 Senior Seminar - BHS Auditorium
    Berthoud High School Loveland, CO 80537
    5:00 pm
  • LHS Back to School Night
    Loveland High School Loveland, CO 80537
    5:30 pm
  • Girls JV Flag Football @ Holy Family High School
    Berthoud High School 5195 W 144th Ave, Broomfield Colorado 80020
    5:30 pm
    • Thursday August 20
  • Primal Spirituality: Module Enlightened Thinking →
    100 Sunrise Ranch Rd, Loveland
    9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This guy and his buddy found a chill spot on Oak Creek.
    An oblivious couple walked right up to them before realizing it. (Nextdoor Greenbriar)
  • After hearing from one of the parents of the children and having a positive interaction, I took down the video.
    I am pleased that they addressed this behavior with him and the concern that they could come to harm from someone reacting to their behavior. I… (Nextdoor Meadowbrook Heights)
  • Bethesda Associates posted a job opening for Activities Assistant in Loveland. Apply here.
  • ManpowerGroup posted a job opening for Assembly Production in Loveland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Loveland here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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