🌱 No Tipping Policy + July Fourth Events + Fighting Medical Bills

Hello all. It's me, back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Including news on...

• Weekend events.
• Colorado Consumer Health Initiative’s Consumer Assistance Program.
• Flight delays.

But first, today's weather: A stray thunderstorm. High: 73. Low: 53.

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Here are the top stories in Lakewood today:

1. The highly anticipated reopening of Casa Bonita has resulted in a radical new policy for the restaurant: no tipping. Instead, the business will pay employees a livable wage. This decision was determined after seeing that customers were not likely to tip well, or at all, due to the location's unconventional service. Read more at The Denver Post.
2. There's plenty of events in and around Denver to explore this holiday weekend. From fireworks to baseball games, there's plenty of family fun to have this July Fourth. Plus, don't forget about the Cherry Creek Arts Festival! Learn about more local events at 9 News.
3. Colorado Consumer Health Initiative’s Consumer Assistance Program is helping people fight their medical bills. In the last five years, the program has helped people save a combined total of over $7 million. Find out more via The Colorado Sun.
4. Denver International Airport has seen lots of delays and cancellations, specifically from United Airlines, this week. This is likely due to extreme weather on the East Coast. Read more at Fox 31.

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Today in Lakewood:

Thursday, June 29

• Toddler Time — Columbine Library (9:15 AM)
• Outdoor Story Time at Heritage Lakewood (Family Time) — Belmar Library (10:00 AM)
• Toddler Time — Lakewood Library (10:15 AM)
• Family Time at Ken Caryl Ranch House — Columbine Library (10:15 AM)
• Fun in Bloom! Paint a Birdhouse — Belmar Library (1:00 PM)
• Hard Times Writing Workshop — Belmar Library (3:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Masterpiece of Nature: "The mountains of Colorado are a true masterpiece of nature, and we're in awe of their stunning beauty! 🤩 💡" (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Widespread Panic Concert: "Widespread Panic, the celebrated American rock band, premiered a new single at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado." (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Bike to Work Day: "Today is Bike to Work Day! Enjoy the day and take a new approach on your commute to work! Motorists remember to be cognizant of the bike riders and to share the road with them." (Colorado State Patrol via Facebook)
• Lakewood Cultural Center: "Lakewood Heritage, Culture & the Arts is now accepting applications for our Art on the Commons outdoor sculpture exhibition. Entries are due by July 2. Visit www.Lakewood.org/PublicArt for more information." (Lakewood Cultural Center via Facebook)
• #NationalSunglassesDay: "If you're looking for an excuse to get a new pair of sunnies, it's #nationalsunglassesday🕶️ | Sunglass Hut #colomills" (Colorado Mills via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

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