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198 lives gone – but honored and never forgotten. In 2023, Adams County accounted for nearly one in ten overdose deaths across Colorado. Just ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day, the Adams County Health Department (ACHD) is re-doubling its efforts to protect lives and reduce the stigma of overdose-related deaths, rebranding its Harm Reduction program as Project Connects.
Our promise to the community: Promoting Health, Building Connections.
As part of our introduction of Project Connects to the community, we invite members of local news organizations to join us as we lay flags in honor of the 198 lives lost to overdoses last year.
The event will feature visuals of the flags and interviews with Project Connects members about their work to fight overdoses and the services they provide daily to keep people safe.
- Where: ACHD Westminster Clinic, 1401 W. 122nd Ave., #200, Westminster
- When: Thursday, Aug. 29, at 2 p.m.
Please contact Jennifer Lucero Alvarez at 720.327.2653 or [email protected] to coordinate coverage.
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Work-Based Learning Expo – Sept. 27
If you know young adults between the ages of 14-24 looking to get their foot in the door for a great career, have them join the Adams County Workforce & Business Center for the Work-Based Learning Expo on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2-5 p.m., at the Adams County Human Services Center, 11860 N. Pecos St., Westminster. A variety of employers will be present to talk about apprenticeships, internships, and volunteer opportunities. For more information, call 720.523.2400.
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Gummball 5K Run and Walk – Oct. 7
The Adams County Sheriff’s Office and Adams County Sheriff’s Foundation are hosting the Gummball 5K Run and Walk in honor of fallen Deputy Heath Gumm on Sunday, Oct. 7, 9 a.m., at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton. Registration is $30, 12 and under are free. Register at www.itsyourrace.com. Volunteers are also needed to help with various aspects of the race - sign up to volunteer.
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Construction at Railroad Crossings This Week
All lanes on 80th Ave. near Monaco St. will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to approximately 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26, due to construction on the Union Pacific Railroad line. Detour route signs will direct traffic around the construction site. Please plan to take an alternate route on Wednesday to avoid delays.
In addition, there will be flaggers at various railroad crossings along Highway 85 from 104th Ave. to Bromley Lane today through Sunday, Sept. 30, due to railroad line construction. There may be some traffic delays in both directions along these streets during construction.
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Support the Adams County Foundation
The Adams County Foundation is hosting a 1980s prom-themed fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m., at the Waymire Dome at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton. Tickets are $75 per person - your ticket will also provide you with a meal and two beverages of your choice. Come dance the night away as "That 80's Band" helps you party like it was 1985!
Purchase tickets and get more information about the Foundation at adcofoundation.org.
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Suncor Refinery Flare Work - Sept. 24
Beginning Monday, Sept. 24, Suncor will conduct work on one of the flare units at the Commerce City refinery. This planned work will allow Suncor to comply with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulatory requirements under the Refinery Sector Rule that goes into effect Jan. 30, 2019.
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Telephone Town Hall
Over 2,000 Adams County residents dialed in to the Board of Commissioners’ telephone town hall on Tuesday, Sept. 18, to air their views and concerns on issues such as parking, open space, and road maintenance.
Commissioner Eva Henry thanked the participants on the call and their involvement in their county government. “Adams County encompasses a huge area,” she said. “If you have an issue, don’t assume we already know. Contact us and let us know what’s going on so we can help.”
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Safe Disposal of Medications
When your medicines are no longer needed, they should be disposed of promptly. The state's Take Meds Back program helps Colorado residents safely dispose of unused and expired prescription medications. Safe disposal keeps meds like opioids, sedatives, and stimulants from being misused or abused. It also helps protect Colorado’s precious environment and wildlife.
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Traffic Advisory - 120th Ave. at Highway 85
All lanes in both directions on 120th Ave. at Highway 85 will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to approximately 5:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sept. 13, due to construction on the Union Pacific Railroad line. Highway 85 will remain open for the duration of construction, and a detour route with signs will direct traffic around the construction site. Please plan to take an alternate route on Thursday to avoid delays.
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Gov. Hickenlooper Orders Flags Lowered to Observe Patriot Day, Annual Remembrance of 9/11
Gov. John Hickenlooper ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff on all public buildings statewide on Tuesday, Sept. 11, in honor of those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. This also is in recognition of Patriot Day, which was designated by Congress in 2001.
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Suncor to Conduct Live Fire Training at Commerce City Refinery
Notice: Suncor ERT will be conducting live fire training on Thursday, Sept. 6, 7 a.m.-4 p.m., at the Suncor Fire Training Center. During the training there will likely be large flames and thick smoke produced. In the event of an actual emergency, we will cease all ERT training and proper alarms will be sounded. If you have any questions, contact Clint Lawton, 303.227.6195, or Jeff Osetek, 303.286.5758 or 303.656.5883.