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Luka Nieto to represent Colorado at American Legion Boys Nation

Luka Nieto to represent Colorado at American Legion Boys Nation

CONGRATULATIONS TO LAKEWOOD HIGH STUDENT LUKA NIETO! From The American Legion National Headquarters Who:Luka Nieto from Lakewood High School and 99 other incoming high school seniors representing 49 states and the District of Columbia. What:At the 79th session of American Legion Boys Nation, 100 “senators” will learn from a hands-on approach how the U.S. Senate and the federal...
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Warriors of Palabra Art Exhibition gives voice to the experiences of youth in Juvenile Justice System

Warriors of Palabra Art Exhibition gives voice to the experiences of youth in Juvenile Justice System

From CHAC Chicano Humanities & Arts Council Genesis Gallery (1390 Brentwood, Lakewood Co. 80214) is honored to announce their latest art exhibition Warriors of Palabra, opening July 18th, running through Aug.18th. This unique show addresses the challenges youth face when navigating the juvenile justice, educational, and mental health systems.  Hosted by Huitzilin Warriors, a program under the Denver Healing Generations, it...
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First Reading on Zoning Code Pushed

First Reading on Zoning Code Pushed

Councilor Ken Cruz announced that the first reading of the proposed zoning code has been pushed from July 28 to August 11. From Councilor Ken Cruz's newsletter: "Lakewood Zoning Code Timeline Extended A Real Opportunity to Engage "The City of Lakewood is extending its zoning code update timeline to allow for deeper review and stronger...
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1031 S. Union Blvd. Subdivision

1031 S. Union Blvd. Subdivision

For those interested, the property at 1031 S. Union Blvd., next to the Green Mountain Swim Club, will have a public hearing for subdivision on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 @ 7:00PM. "Notice is hereby given that the Lakewood Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025  in the...
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Council Finally Votes on RTD Bridge Spending

Council Finally Votes on RTD Bridge Spending

Lakewood City Council will finally vote to spend money on fixing the bridge lights for RTD on July 14. This controversial measure was delayed twice before because of the high price tag for fixtures that do not belong to Lakewood. Now, City Council is scheduled to vote on a resolution to fund this measure through...
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Residents Accused of Spreading “Misinformation”

Residents Accused of Spreading “Misinformation”

Word games and a lack of trust have led city staff to accuse residents of “misinformation.” This time, the issue involves the plans to eliminate or reduce physical printed editions of the Lakewood newspaper, Looking@Lakewood. The plans for this switch are still being formed and testing is currently underway -- starting with the July edition,...
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Proposed Zoning is not for “Lakewood” residents

Proposed Zoning is not for “Lakewood” residents

The intent of the proposed Lakewood rezoning eliminates the words “of the City of Lakewood” so that the code reads to be for general purposes of anyone anywhere. In the current version, stating “Lakewood” may seem redundant or inherently understood, but why take it out? By taking it out, the new inherent question is “for...
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Housing v. Affordability Crisis

Housing v. Affordability Crisis

From Lenore Herskovitz In Lakewood, do we have a housing crisis or an affordability crisis? These terms are often used interchangeably, but there is a difference. A housing crisis refers to a broad situation where there is a systemic shortage of available housing. An affordability crisis focuses on the financial strain of housing costs regardless...
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Local Lakewood Artist to be featured at the 45th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days™

Local Lakewood Artist to be featured at the 45th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days™

This summer, the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum invites you to celebrate a milestone: the 45th Annual Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Western Art Show & Sale, running from July 17 to August 10, 2025. This long-standing tradition honors the enduring spirit and imagery of the American West while showcasing the country’s top Western artists. No...
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Sacrificing Neighborhoods Allows Homeless Funding

Sacrificing Neighborhoods Allows Homeless Funding

Why the big rush to change the zoning code? Follow the money. The money trail leads to state grant funding, which primarily supports homeless and sustainability initiatives. Without that agenda, Lakewood could decide for itself which, if any, of the state initiatives make sense locally. Colorado has decided to override local zoning in a power...
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