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Hello Littleton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Littleton’s new salary formula could reshape who runs for council
  • Why a national ranking says Littleton is perfect for a Hallmark romance
  • Why a Littleton renter is suing over water damage and deposit

Also on today's calendar: Chewy Vet Care is officially coming to Littleton! and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did one astronaut stranded on the moon say to another? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Friday: Very windy in the afternoon, with a high of 67 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 57, low: 30.
  • Sunday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 61 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. City council salaries will increase in the new year, council accepts metro area name change (littletonindependent.net) — Littleton residents will see their city council’s pay structure change in 2026, tying the mayor and council salaries to a percentage of the regional Area Median Income. Council recently approved an ordinance updating the metro area name used in that formula, while members emphasized they weren’t voting themselves a new raise, just aligning with federal designations.
   

2. What Makes Littleton the Colorado Town Most Likely for a Hallmark Movie to Take Place? (95rockfm.com) — Littleton just earned national attention as Colorado’s most “Hallmark-like” town, ranking ninth in the country for its cozy holiday-romance vibe. A gambling site’s study highlighted the city’s just-right size, light December snowfall, historic places, and dense small-business scene as perfect backdrops for a feel-good seasonal love story.
   

3. The Docket: Real estate lawsuit roundup for 12.18.25 (businessden.com subscription) — A new lawsuit alleges a tenant at 13265 W. Progress Circle in Littleton faced unresolved water damage and other issues, then lost her security deposit. The case appears in a broader roundup of recent real estate and construction-related lawsuits filed across metro Denver and nearby counties, highlighting ongoing disputes over rentals, foreclosures, and contractor work.
   

4. RV Technical Institute Showcases Career Path at CareerTech Vision Conference (moderncampground.com) — Littleton students at EPIC Campus are getting direct access to RV technician training through a partnership with the RV Technical Institute, which is expanding its high school programs nationwide. At a major career and technical education conference, the institute promoted its Level 1 certification that students can earn before graduation, aiming to boost skilled-trades career options and meet growing demand for RV service technicians.
   

5. From potatoes to rockets, Colorado's unique industries lead the way (coloradopolitics.com) — Lockheed Martin’s Littleton division stands out as one of Colorado’s largest employers, anchoring a booming aerospace sector that heavily relies on the Front Range’s talent and infrastructure. The story also explores how unique industries across the state—from San Luis Valley potatoes to ag-tech startups and Durango sports nutrition—are shaping Colorado’s economic future amid rising costs and regulatory pressures.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Friday December 19
  • Let's Dance
    Columbine Library , 7706 West Bowles Avenue , Littleton
    11:15 am
  • LEGO® Build and Play
    Columbine Library , 7706 West Bowles Avenue , Littleton
    3:30 pm
  • Scott "Shack" Hackler
    Cherry Hills Country Club , 4125 S University Blvd , Cherry Hills Village
    5:00 pm
    • Saturday December 20
  • CLART: Trinket Dishes
    Columbine Library , 7706 West Bowles Avenue , Littleton
    12:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Pet Reunited
    A dog who went missing in Littleton, CO, has been safely reunited with their family after 2 hours, 35 minutes. Message from Finder: "Found roaming… (Nextdoor Old Littleton)
  • OWNER FOUND!!
    I work at Belleview west, a Good Samaritan found this sweet baby. Found on Belleview. (Nextdoor Alkire Acres)
  • Village Inn Family Restaurant posted a job opening for Expeditor in Littleton. Apply here.
  • Harbor Freight Tools posted a job opening for Retail Stocking Associate in Littleton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Littleton here.

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