🌱 Supreme Court Case + I-25 Fire + Illegal Fireworks

Hello, neighbors. I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today you'll find information on these stories and more:

• Supreme Court case.
• Confiscated fireworks.
• This weekend's events.

But first, today's weather: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 81. Low: 57.

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Here are the top stories today in Lakewood:

1. Colorado is in national news due to Supreme Court case involving a Colorado-based web designer who is refusing to service same-sex couples. The Supreme Court sided with her due to the First Amendment in a 6-3 vote. Read more at The New York Times.
2. Yesterday morning above the I-25, a car erupted into flames. According to the fire department, the explosion, which was captured on camera, injured no one. Learn more at 9 News.
3. In Denver, police officers discovered and disposed of illegal fireworks, totaling nearly $80,000 in value. The fireworks were being illegally sold out of the purchaser’s home. Read more through Fox 31.

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Today in Lakewood:

Saturday, July 1

• Toddler Time — Columbine Library (9:15 AM)
• Family Time — Lakewood Library (10:15 AM)
• Baby Time — Columbine Library (11:15 AM)
• Discovery Play — Columbine Library (3:30 PM)
• Teen After Hours — Edgewater Library (5:00 PM)

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• Mountain Towns: "Our downtowns here are vibrant, genuine, quintessential mountain towns! ⛰️ 🍕 🛍️ 🍻 Surrounded by beautiful scenery with delicious restaurants, local shops, and community events, summer here is so much fun!" (Visit Colorado via Instagram)
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• Bureau of Land Management - Colorado: "We know you love recreating on #YourPublicLands - that's why we created a website to help track some awesome opportunities for you to check out this summer." (Bureau of Land Management - Colorado via Facebook)

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