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🌱 Have you seen this missing Longmont teen near the library?

Cheers Longmont! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Have you seen this missing Longmont teen near the library?
  • Which Longmont prep stars shined in this week’s Front Range action?
  • Could you be the Longmont family Nico has waited 600 days for?

📸 Have a great pic of holiday decorations from around Longmont? Post it to Longmont photos of the day! ☃️ 🟢-🟠-🟣-🔴-🟡-🔵 ☃️

Today's riddle: The doctor told me to drink carrot juice after a hot bath. - Did it help? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Very windy in the afternoon, with a high of 65 and low of 29 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cooler with clouds and sun, temps: high: 48, low: 34.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 68 and low of 47 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 15-Year-Old Eesha Chaka Missing Since November 20; Longmont Police Seek Help Locating Her (longmontleader.com) — Longmont police are asking residents to help find 15-year-old Eesha Chaka, last seen near the Longmont Library on November 20 and known to use the names Violet or Vinny. Her photo is on Longmont Public Safety’s Facebook page, and anyone with information is urged to contact Longmont Police or Detective Ryan Williams, referencing case #25-13803.
   

2. BoCoPreps 10&10: Week 2 of winter preps action from the Front Range (timescall.com) — Longmont athletes had a strong week, with the Trojans’ boys basketball team snapping a losing streak in a 71-34 win over Montbello and Longmont girls standout Luna Ready scoring 17 in a victory. The roundup also notes Silver Creek swimming’s big win over Longmont and highlights strong performances from other nearby schools, giving a quick snapshot of winter prep action around the Front Range.
   

3. Tears as Dog in Shelter More Than 600 Days Begs for ‘A Chance' To Be Loved (newsweek.com) — A dog named Nico has spent more than 600 days at Longmont Humane Society after being surrendered from a difficult past, and staff are pleading for a local family who can adopt him as an only pet with no children. Their viral Instagram video shows his sweet, goofy side and they’re even open to out-of-state adopters, as long as travel is arranged by the new owner.
   

4. Longmont, Boulder community members receive Congressional Service Awards (dailycamera.com) — Longmont residents are being recognized on a big stage, with Longmont High teacher Chris Chou and Longmont Youth Council leader Jennifer Diaz-Leon earning prestigious Congressional Service Awards from Rep. Joe Neguse. The story highlights Chou’s Medical and Bioscience Academy at Longmont High and Diaz-Leon’s work with the city’s Children, Youth and Families division, showcasing how both are strengthening opportunities and connections for local youth.
   

5. Property restoration company adds asbestos abatement to service (bizwest.com) — Longmont readers should note two key business moves: a local official is highlighting new risk and transit collaborations, and a Longmont apartment property, Vivo Living, is facing a $22 million foreclosure. The broader roundup also covers new services, investments, layoffs, and development projects across Boulder and the northern Front Range that could indirectly affect Longmont’s economy and jobs.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My dumb Human didn't bring enuf money to pay for my Greenies at Knig Sooperz this morning.
    A nice Lady paid for them and she sez I have to say thank you. Thank you nice Lady and have a happy Khrismss, form Sheila the Cat (Nextdoor Emery Street)
  • Just captured this handsome boy as he ran down Mountain View towards the Steven Day park.
    Animal control is on their way to get him now. (Nextdoor Wolf Creek)
  • PetSmart, Inc. posted a job opening for Only Natural Pet Distribution Center - Supervisor in Longmont. Apply here.
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Maintenance Custodian Associate in Longmont. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Longmont here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know. I can never finish drinking the hot bath!
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Longmont

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Longmont

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.