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Also, don't miss Jingle and Jazz supporting Food Security on the Broomfield Patch calendar

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Coffee in hand, Broomfield? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Broomfield leaders chose to honor Sen. Faith Winter’s legacy
  • Why one judge thinks a Broomfield jury instruction was unconstitutional
  • How a Broomfield-linked court case could change your next ski trip

Also on today's calendar: Jingle and Jazz supporting Food Security and 7 more events.

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Today's riddle: I once read a book about anti-gravity. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Friday: Sun and areas of high clouds, with a high of 59 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 58, low: 27.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high of 58 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Broomfield City Council issues proclamation honoring Colorado Sen. Faith Winter (dailycamera.com) — Broomfield City Council has formally honored the late state Sen. Faith Winter with a proclamation recognizing her deep impact on the community and Colorado. Councilmembers and the mayor highlighted her work on pollution, sustainable transportation, and paid family leave, emphasizing how her advocacy and accessibility shaped life in Broomfield and across the state.
   

2. Appeals judge believes revised ‘reasonable doubt' definition is unconstitutional (gazette.com) — A Broomfield jury’s conviction in a child exploitation case is at the center of a growing legal fight over Colorado’s updated definition of “reasonable doubt.” While the Court of Appeals upheld the conviction, one judge issued a rare dissent arguing the new jury instruction may violate defendants’ constitutional rights, as the state Supreme Court prepares to review the standard.
   

3. $21 million verdict reshapes ski resort liability as holiday rush approaches (denver7.com) — A Broomfield-based report explains how a recent $21 million verdict and Colorado Supreme Court ruling are changing ski resort liability just as the holiday crowds hit the slopes. A ski attorney outlines what skiers must do after collisions, how “hit-and-run” rules work on the mountain, and why homeowners insurance can be crucial if someone is injured.
   

4. Open seats: Apply for Colorado Department of Ag Advisory Committees (journal-advocate.com) — State residents interested in agriculture and food systems can now apply for multiple statewide advisory committees that often meet at the Colorado Department of Agriculture’s Broomfield office, with virtual options available. Openings range from noxious weeds, pesticides, wild horses, and water quality to hemp, the State Fair Board, human trafficking policy, and food systems, with some deadlines later this month and others ongoing into 2026.
   

5. Why are gas prices so low in Colorado? (9news.com) — Drivers in Broomfield are paying some of the lowest gas prices in Colorado, thanks in part to cheap crude feeding the Suncor refinery and a seasonal drop in demand. The piece explains why Colorado’s average is well below the national price and how local station competition helps keep Broomfield’s pump prices under the state average.
   

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