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🌱 How costly is that illegal left turn at Havana and Arapahoe?
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In today's newsletter:
- How costly is that illegal left turn at Havana and Arapahoe?
- Why Denver’s council pushed back on a Centennial-based airline’s DIA lease
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Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Strong winds; partly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 26 degrees.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and cooler, temps: high: 48, low: 36.
- Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 67 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Driving You Crazy: What can be done to stop the illegal and dangerous left turns near Havana & Arapahoe? (denver7.com) — Drivers near Arapahoe Road and Havana in Centennial are routinely making illegal left turns despite concrete barriers and clear signage, raising safety concerns for nearby businesses and commuters. Centennial’s public works staff say they won’t add more barriers soon, while the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office focuses on enforcement; violations carry a four-point ticket and $125 fine. 
• Denver council votes down DIA lease for Key Lime Air, involved in ICE flights (sentinelcolorado.com) — Denver City Council has rejected a new lease at Denver International Airport for Key Lime Air, an airline headquartered at Centennial Airport, over concerns about its role in federal immigration enforcement flights. The decision could risk some federal aviation grants, but council members prioritized aligning airport business relationships with Denver’s stated support for immigrant communities.
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Early Birds Book Club and Social
Southglenn Library , 6972 South Vine Street , Centennial
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Southglenn Library , 6972 South Vine Street , Centennial
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Family Storytime (All Ages)
Southglenn Library , 6972 South Vine Street , Centennial
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Literacy Spot with an Early Literacy Specialist!
Koelbel Library , 5955 South Holly Street , Centennial
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Scribble & Giggle (Ages 2-5)
Koelbel Library , 5955 South Holly Street , Centennial
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Spanish Family Storytime/Hora De Cuentos para la familia (All Ages)
Southglenn Library , 6972 South Vine Street , Centennial
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Southglenn Teen Night - Cozy Cocoa and Cookie Creation
Southglenn Library , 6972 South Vine Street , Centennial
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SSPRD Basketball
Lenski Elementary School , 6350 South Fairfax Way , Centennial
6:30 pm
Thursday December 18
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🗓 Events Nearby
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The Ugly Seasonal Sweater Soiree
Lone Tree Arts Center , 10075 Commons St , Lone Tree
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Restaurant Night-Parry's Pizza
Lenski Elementary School , 6350 South Fairfax Way , Centennial
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Winter Crafts
Southglenn Library , 6972 South Vine Street , Centennial
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7th/8th Choir Concert
Powell Middle School , 8000 South Corona Way , Littleton
6:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
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- This incredibly sweet husky was roaming down Easter near Clermont St.
When I stopped and opened my car door they jumped in. Anybody missing a dog? Update: Owner found! (Nextdoor Nob HIll) - Walnut Hills neighbors, please use extreme caution if you’re using rodent poison outdoors.
There’s been an increase in dead squirrels found in parks and yards that show no signs of vehicle impact, which may indicate poisoning. Outdoor… (Nextdoor Walnut Hills)
🗞 Nearby News
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