🌱 Potentially No More Pet Rent + Women's Chorus + Bomb Threat

Hello all! Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town. In this issue, you'll get updates on...

• Potential ban on pet rent
• An unverified bomb threat
• Local gas prices rising

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 46. Low: 25.

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Here are the top stories today in Lakewood:

1. Colorado legislature is currently considering a new bill that would effectively ban both pet rent and pet deposits. The bill would also create a fund called Pet Friendly Landlord Damage Mitigation program that would reimburse landlords with up to $1,000 for damage caused by pets. Read more at Fox 31.
2. The Denver Women's Chorus is currently preparing for their two-day Valentine's Day performance titled "P.S. I Love You." The performance centers around queerness and queer love. Find out more through Westword.
3. Auraria Campus' Lynx Crossing was evacuated yesterday after a bomb threat was reported. Lynx Crossing houses students from both University of Colorado at Denver and Metropolitan State University. The building was evacuated for just about an hour during the afternoon. Learn more through The Gazette.
4. Susan Baffour was accused of beating her 8 year old nephew to death. She plead not guilty to a murder charge yesterday. Hear more about the investigation at 9 News.
5. In the last month, the average price of gas in Colorado has increased by 86 cents, bring the average price per gallon to $3.92. This is 60 cents higher than it was one year ago. Keep reading at 9 News.

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Today in Lakewood:

• Community Action - Make Valentine's Cards! Blooming Neighbors, 3:30 P.M.
• Intercambio Spanish Conversation Table / Intercambio: Mesa de Conversación en español! Belmar Library, 6:30 P.M.
• 420-friendly painting in Denver! Puff, Pass and Paint, 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
• Jackbox Game Night! Western Sky Bar & Tap Room, 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

From my notebook:

• Colorado State Patrol: "Have you applied for the Port of Entry Academy yet? If you are interested in protecting Colorado’s motorists and working in an exciting career with great benefits, what are you waiting for? BONUS: There’s a generous $3,000 bonus for thos..." (Colorado State Patrol via Facebook)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you soon.