Construction is officially underway on the city of Aurora’s new animal shelter!
City officials celebrated the milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony on June 2 for the future 42,000-square-foot, two-story facility. The new shelter will replace the city’s current 13,000-square-foot shelter, which was built in the 1980s, and will provide expanded space and resources to better serve Aurora’s growing community and enhance care for animals in need.
Construction is expected to be completed in late 2027, with the new shelter scheduled to open to the public in 2028.
Read the complete announcement: https://t.co/SwVgM2selF
[Image description: Groundbreaking ceremony for Aurora’s new animal shelter, including shelter staff celebrating the milestone while holding a dog available for adoption; Mayor Mike Coffman speaking at the event; Mayor Coffman and Council Members Amy Wiles and Gianina Horton participating in the ceremonial groundbreaking; an aerial view of the construction site; and renderings of the planned new shelter.]
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch effective at 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 5, until 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 6. Heavy, wet snow is expected to begin around mid-afternoon today, with 2 to 5 inches of slushy accumulation. Snow will likely accumulate on natural surfaces, with some slushy accumulation possible on pavement in areas of heavier overnight snowfall.
The city’s Public Works Department will deploy 23 snowplows beginning at 2 p.m. today and continuing through Wednesday afternoon, or until winter conditions persist. Crews will continue monitoring roadway and weather conditions to adjust the response as needed.
Learn more about the city’s snow plan at https://t.co/Ghn6I6UfaV.
[Image description: Aurora snowplows in front of the Aurora Municipal Center.]
Aurora Fire Rescue is staffing two brush trucks today due to a red flag warning and the increased risk for wildfires to start, and spread quickly.
Please avoid outdoor activities that involve heat, sparks or open flame to prevent fires from starting.
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In this week's This is Aurora newsletter: Learn about voter resources for Election Day; Recycle unused paint and electronics; Celebrate new public art and share input to help create more; Experience the magic of the northern lights; and much more!
Read the latest issue: https://t.co/wVb6okmdbD
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We updated our guidance on bulleted lists in 2024, and now AP style calls for no punctuation at the end of a single word or single phrase in each section of a list.
🚸 School is back, so let’s talk school zones. 🚸
Agent Longshore is here to show you where to cross, where not to cross, and how to keep everyone safe during drop-off and pick-up. Slow down, stay alert, and remember speeding through a school zone is never a good look and could come with a hefty fine.
Let’s keep the school year starting on the right foot…literally. 🚔🚨
2025 Election news: Candidates seeking to run for Ward I, II, III and At-Large Aurora City Council seats can pick up petition sections and begin gathering signatures on Aug. 6. https://t.co/x7gP0Sxql0
UPDATE: ERICA HAS BEEN FOUND & IS SAFE!
With the assistance of Kremmling Police Department, @GrandCoSheriff, @FBIDenver, @HSIDenver a 26-year-old man was identified as being involved and detained. He gave investigators information that Erica was in Las Vegas, NV. Charges are pending against that man.
Thanks to our partners at @FBILasVegas and @LVMPD, Erica was safely located.
The investigation is ongoing, with multiple jurisdictions. We are hoping to have more details soon.
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ONLY fireworks that don't leave the ground or explode are allowed in the city of Aurora between June 15 and July 4 this year.
Visit https://t.co/UkhkhUotvr for safety tips and more details about Aurora's fireworks ordinance that includes fine up to $2,650 and/or up to one year in jail for violations.
Visit https://t.co/Gvt5ifAC3c to file non-emergency fireworks feedback.
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The entire Front Range including Aurora is now under a severe thunderstorm watch until 5 p.m. today issued by @NWSSPC. Storms are expected to quickly develop soon.
“Scattered large hail likely with isolated very large hail events to 3 inches in diameter possible. Scattered damaging wind gusts to 70 mph possible. A tornado or two possible,” the watch states in part.
Be signed up for CodeRED at https://t.co/UCFoRxqPhn!
Six young men associated with groups prone to youth violence in Aurora received an ultimatum: We know who you are. We will help you. But this is your final warning.
The city’s SAVE (Standing Against Violence Every Day) program held its latest group meeting late last week. Under the SAVE program, law enforcement, community members, faith leaders, and community-based organizations come together to work toward the common goal of keeping young people most at risk of gun violence alive, safe and free.
Free paint recycling event! Clear out items such as paints, stains, shellacs and more, and safely and responsibly recycle them for free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 19, at the city of Aurora's Central Facilities, 13645 E. Ellsworth Ave. Registration is required https://t.co/K2Relw4J8r
Although this event is free, donations will be accepted for Aurora Water Cares, a Spirit of Aurora program.
If you can't make it to the April event, Aurora Water and our community partners will be holding events throughout the year. Visit https://t.co/4y3HXtOqul for additional upcoming events, as well as accepted items and more details.
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It’s official! 🎬 @sundancefest will be moving to Boulder in 2027! Chancellor Schwartz says it best: "Boulder is an incredible place to immerse yourself in the arts, culture, nature and history that make life worth living." Read more → https://t.co/bqrZh08Mof
Big news! Sundance Film Festival reveals Boulder, Colorado as our new location starting in 2027 and beyond. The annual event by the nonprofit Sundance Institute will continue to entertain and inspire audiences through independent film. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎬
Read more: https://t.co/3kwk0Spiwo
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What happens to your ballot once it's mailed off? How secure are mail-in ballots in Colorado? In this special edition of Colorado Inside Out: On the Road with host @kyle__dyer and election administration experts, we answer just that.
Join us tonight at 8 p.m. or streaming online
A professor from the University of Colorado Boulder studies the impact social media can have on your hiring potential and how being political online can influence job interviews.