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🌱 How a Parker road project suddenly put a favorite coffee shop at risk

Hello Parker! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Parker road project suddenly put a favorite coffee shop at risk
  • How a CHSAA meeting in Parker could reshape high school sports
  • How a Parker schools leader was chosen to run Steamboat Springs district

Also on today's calendar: STEM Adventures at Kiddie Academy of Parker and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A little snow; windy, colder, with a high of 40 and low of 21 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 55, low: 29.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 40 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Parker coffee shop claims unannounced construction project in Colorado threatens business (cbsnews.com) — Access to the Perfect Blend coffee shop in Parker has been heavily disrupted by a 10‑week bridge rehabilitation project on Twenty Mile Road, slashing business by at least 30% and forcing staff hour cuts. The Town of Parker admits it didn’t notify the shop beforehand, but has since added signs, social posts, and partial access, while the owner urges residents to keep visiting so the business can survive the construction period.
   

2. Definition of ‘recruiting' up for debate at CHSAA meeting (coloradocommunitymedia.com) — A key CHSAA legislative council meeting is set for April 22 at the Douglas County School District Legacy campus in Parker, where leaders will refine rules on recruiting and contact with younger athletes. The council will also weigh changes to basketball schedules, playoff formats in hockey, and classification splits that could affect schools’ planning for the 2026–2028 seasons.
   

3. Steamboat Springs School District taps Kristin Drury for superintendent (steamboatpilot.com) — Parker-area families may recognize Kristin Drury, who currently oversees 19 Douglas County schools in the Parker region and has now been tapped to lead Steamboat Springs schools. Her experience in suburban Parker and rural Colorado shapes her focus on equity, relationships, and consistent, research-based programs for students.
   

4. Rural Money: WASDE Report Adjustments Could Lower ARC and PLC Payments for Some Crops (rfdtv.com) — Farmers and ag professionals in Parker may see smaller ARC and PLC payments after April’s WASDE report raised projected corn and soybean prices, shrinking expected federal support. A farm CPA explains why higher prices could nearly erase PLC payments for corn while wheat may still generate stronger payouts.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Shout out to the Pharmacy at King Soopers on Stroh Road!
    My prescription was called in to the wrong King Soopers and they went above and beyond to get it filled for me! They had compassion knowing it was a… (Nextdoor Pradera)
  • Found this dog on a walk in Stonegate around 11:30am.
    We have them safe and sound at our place. Please DM me if it’s yours and provide evidence it’s your pup, send photos of you with this dog as proof. (Nextdoor Stonegate)
  • Panera Bread Company posted a job opening for Catering Lead in Parker. Apply here.
  • Chilli's posted a job opening for Food Runner - Lone Tree Chili's in Lone Tree. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Parker here.

Ok Parker! 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: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Parker

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

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Parker

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