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Good day Boulder! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a kidnapped judge once brought armed militias into Boulder's streets.
  • How does Boulder's 4% jobless rate stack up to neighbors?
  • Why Boulder's climate lawsuit could reshape federal power over emissions.

Also on today's calendar: The Azures & The Futons and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Couple of thunderstorms, with a high of 91 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 90, low: 63.
  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 85 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• An 1876 Colorado 'railroad war' climaxed with the kidnapping of a federal judge (durangoherald.com) — A dramatic 1876 "railroad war" saw a federal judge kidnapped en route from Golden to Boulder to stop him from placing the Colorado Central Railroad into receivership, pitting Boulder and Jefferson County interests against Denver power brokers. The standoff drew militias into Boulder's streets, inflamed partisan tensions, and left a legacy that still colors local railroad lore today.
   

• Colorado jobless rate flat in July (bizwest.com) — Boulder County's unemployment rate sat at 4% in July, slightly above Larimer County's 3.8% but matching neighboring Broomfield, while Colorado's overall jobless rate held steady at 3.9%. For local workers and employers, the figures suggest a still-tight labor market with modest variation across the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado.
   

• EPA Killed Vehicle Carbon Rules — Now a Supreme Court Case Complicates the Next Move (theautowire.com) — Boulder County's climate lawsuit against Exxon and Suncor is now at the center of a U.S. Supreme Court case that could decide whether state tort claims over greenhouse gases are allowed. At the same time, recent EPA moves rolling back vehicle carbon rules may undercut the federal government's own arguments about its climate authority, potentially affecting how Boulder's claims are viewed.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Red Tulips on Pearl
    I missed the Boulder tulip bulb giveaway this week but enjoy all the incredible plantings on Pearl Street! (Nextdoor Newlands)
  • There is currently a power outage in the areas along Highway 93 from just south of Eldorado Springs Drive and northward into the City of Boulder.
    This includes Eldorado Springs, the San Souci Community, and other homes nearby. If you must drive while the power is out, treat all signaled… (Nextdoor )
  • Cardinal Group Companies posted a job opening for Maintenance Team Member in Boulder. Apply here.
  • Qdoba Mexican Eats posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member - Boulder, CO in Boulder. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Boulder here.

🗞 Nearby News

Louisville

  • Colorado Connector passenger rail could reach Boulder by 2029. Here's how the plan would work. (boulderreportinglab.org)
  • Infleqtion Shares Soar 10% as Analysts Support Cash-Heavy Quantum Expansion (ts2.tech)
  • Lange and Hicks Win Elite Omnium Titles at the 2026… (usacycling.org)

Niwot

  • Boulder County guide to area art exhibits, galleries (dailycamera.com)
  • Nina Scalfani is living her dream (Longmont Lessons) (timescall.com)
  • With a new head coach, Summit High football hopes 2026 will turn around previous years' losing record (summitdaily.com)

Ok Boulder! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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