🌱 Shuttering Comanche 3 + Home Sites Cleared + Parks Staff Shortage

Boulder CO

27 April, 2022

7:43 AM

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Happy Wednesday, people of Boulder! Here's what you need to know about what's happening in and around Boulder today. Wednesday's weather: Warm with periods of sun. High: 76 Low: 46. Are you a local business owner or marketer? We can help you effortlessly run effective ads that reach customers in Boulder. Click here to learn more. Here are the top five stories in Boulder today: Xcel to close Comanche 3 coal plant in Pueblo. Colorado's last coal-fired electricity source may close as early as 2031. Xcel Energy's plant in Pueblo is the largest source of greenhouse gas in the state and has been plagued by operational problems since opening in 2010. (CO Sun)Acting vice chancellor appointed for CU infrastructure and sustainability. Chris Ewing has been named acting vice chancellor, and will serve as the interim role for six months as the university determines a plan for filling the position on a permanent basis. (CU Today) Homesites finally getting cleared after Marshall Fire. It's taken awhile to get going, but the cleanup is finally moving forward, but most of the materials will be hauled to the dump. (CBS4) Boulder Parks and Rec prepares to reduce services as staff shortage continues. The parks department continues to struggle to fill positions, particularly in seasonal roles. (CO Daily) 'Built-for-rent' is a new model in today's housing market. We hear a lot about the housing crisis in Colorado, and so far, the only rentals that have been built are apartments. Now two companies are developing built-for-rent suburban-style homes. (FOX31) Today in Boulder: Mysterium: Boulder Public Library. (4:30 p.m.) Business After Hours: Boulder Chamber. (5 p.m.) EMS: Trauma Triage, Bleeding Control, CNS. (6 p.m.)Things to do at CU: Week of April 25. (cuindependent) From my notebook: Shoutout to Hurdle's Jewelry! Opened in 1947, Hurdle's has been a family-owned downtown staple over 50 years. Stop by to see timeless jewelry pieces and watches. (Hurdles) Here's a heartwarming story. The Strengthening Families program has a father who has spent the last 5 years in prison and has not seen his son (14) and daughter (10) in those 5 years. (Facebook) Strider Bike Derby in Erie. Visit the Boulder Medical Center booth and register to win a free kid's bike on Saturday, April 30. Register for the race here: (Erie)Where to take your mom for Mother's Day brunch: Make your reservations now. (Patch) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Key Legal Considerations During and After Divorce — Vesta Denver, Colorado Hub (April 29) Hire A Pro to Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8) Add your event Loving the Boulder Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business featured in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] That's it for today. See you all bright and early for a brand new edition of the Boulder Daily. — Brad K. Evans