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š± How Brightonās Austin Sickler turned a 15-game streak into D-I dreams
Brighton, Colorado Patch AM: a 4 min readGood day Brighton! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How Brightonās Austin Sickler turned a 15-game streak into D-I dreams
- What Brighton-area swimmers should know about Barr Lake algae risks
- What Rubiconās takeover means for Brightonās ArMur Consulting team
Also on today's calendar: Ayuda TecnolĆ³gica and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 93 and low of 52 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: Not as warm, turning breezy, temps: high: 82, low: 51.
- Sunday: A stray afternoon t-shower, with a high of 68 and low of 50 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Brighton's Austin Sickler talks Division I baseball goals (thebrightonblade.com) ā Brighton baseball standout Austin Sickler is heading to Division I ball at the University of Evansville after a stellar senior season with the Brighton Bulldogs. He reflects on how the tight-knit Brighton community, teammates, and coaches fueled a 19-5 season and 15-game win streak, and shares big goals that range from early playing time in college to ultimately reaching professional baseball. 
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ā¢ As summer heats up, officials warn of harmful algae blooms in Colorado lakes and ponds (cpr.org) ā Health officials are warning Brighton-area residents to watch for potentially toxic algae blooms at Barr Lake and other Colorado waters as summer heats up. These blooms can sicken people and pets, so experts urge you to avoid discolored, scummy water, keep dogs out, and report suspicious blooms to state health authorities for testing and advisories. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Rubicon acquires operational consultancy ArMur Consulting (consulting.us) ā A Brighton-based consulting firm, ArMur Consulting, has been acquired by Houstonās Rubicon Management Consultants, meaning a local boutique operation will now operate under Rubiconās brand. ArMurās two veteran managing directors bring deep experience in operational strategy, safety systems, and supply chain work, particularly in chemicals and mining, potentially expanding the reach and reputation of Brightonās consulting talent on a national stage. Ā Ā Ā
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Tales to Tails 10:00 ā
Anythink Brighton Library, 327 E Bridge St, Brighton
10:00 am
Saturday June 13
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Youth Weightroom Orientation ā
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Ayuda TecnolĆ³gica ā
Anythink Brighton Library, 327 E Bridge St, Brighton
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Adams County Pride ā
Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd, Brighton
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Kingman Winery/Big Choice Brewery ā
Kingman Estates Winery, 7865 County Rd 2, Brighton
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Adult Canvas Party ā
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Welcome to Zootopia Dance Camp Begins ā
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T-Ball Season Begins ā
Brighton, CO Calendar Brighton, CO 80601
Saturday June 13
Sunday June 14
Monday June 15
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Water Fitness ā
Fort Lupton, CO Calendar, 203 South Harrison Ave, Fort Lupton
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Silver Sneakers Chair Yoga ā
Fort Lupton, CO Calendar, 203 South Harrison Ave, Fort Lupton
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Aqua Arthritis Movements ā
Fort Lupton, CO Calendar, 203 South Harrison Ave, Fort Lupton
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Weight Room Work Out ā
Fort Lupton, CO Calendar, 203 S Harrison Ave, Fort Lupton
10:00 am
Friday June 12
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šŖ§ Patch Classifieds
- Colorado QuitLine offers up to $100 incentive to help adults quit tobacco and nicotine
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- All the hours put into turning this piece are finally beginning to show!
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I am seeing so many homeowners getting new windows. Can anyone recommend a company that is not going to cost me millions to replace 9 windows and 1ā¦ (Nextdoor Wright Farms)
- The Retail Odyssey Company posted a job opening for Traveling Retail Merchandiser - Overnight in Brighton. Apply here.
- Brighton School District 27J posted a job opening for Middle School Athletic Coach in Brighton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brighton here.
š Nearby News
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- Zack Steffen Shoulder Surgery: Is his Season Over? What About his Future With Colorado Rapids? (burgundywave.com)
- The only states where you can find the last drive-in movie theaters in the US (kernvalleysun.com)
Thornton
- TCC, PCCP Acquire 76-Acre Site, Break Ground on Industrial Park in Thornton, Colorado (rebusinessonline.com)
- Optical Network Engineer, Google Global Infrastructure (google.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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