🌱 Siren System Test + Denver Mayoral Election Results + Missing Teen Found Safe

Hello, Lakewood! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. In this issue, you'll find updates about...

• Denver's mayoral election results.
• A Lakewood runaway teenager.
• A Denver shooting involving a Police officer.

But first, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 71. Low: 53.

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Here are the top stories in Lakewood today:

1. Yesterday morning, Lakewood tested all 26 sirens in the annual system check, making sure the entire siren system is operating. The suburb also tested their Lookout Alert Regional Emergency Notification System. Learn more at 9 News.
2. In the runoff mayoral election, Mike Johnston won the seat over opposing candidate Kelly Brough. Johnston will be sworn in next month and is the first new mayor Denver has seen in 12 years. Find out more information via Axios.
3. A Lakewood teenager who ran away was found safely Wednesday morning. The girl was considered an at-risk missing person because of her young age. Read more at 9 News.
4. Early Wednesday morning, a Police officer was shot at multiple times outside one of Denver's hotels. The officer survived, potentially because of his bulletproof vest. The officer retaliated and killed the suspected shooter. Read more at 9 News.

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Today in Lakewood: Thursday, June 8

• 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)
• Gentle Yoga - Lakewood Library (11:00 AM)
• Hard Times Writing Workshop - Belmar Library (3:00 PM)
• Family Fun Night - Fuzzy Friends Sleepover - Columbine Library (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Colorado Summer Travel: "Colorado summer travel list ⬇️ Colorado has a variety of epic landscapes to explore!" (Visit Colorado via Instagram)
• Natural Beauty: "The natural beauty of Colorado never ceases to amaze!🤩 💡From the snow-capped mountains to the crystal-clear lakes and vibrant wildflowers, there's something magical about the wilderness here.🌿" (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Rainbow Season: "Rainbow and summer season in Colorado 🌈🤩 💡 Rainbows can also be viewed around fog, sea spray, or waterfalls. A rainbow is an optical illusion—it does not actually exist in a specific spot in the sky." (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Dynamic Food Scene: "Embark on a mouthwatering adventure through the dynamic food scene of Denver, where local flavors and culinary innovation collide.🍽️✨ " (Colorado, Denver 🌲 Travel | Hotels | Outdoors | Tips via Instagram)
• Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency Lauren Arline, City of Denver: "Climate action in Denver is going to require the talent and skills of a trained workforce." (Nextdoor)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

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