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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted a site operator license to Adams County after a 180-day review period, the 11^th such license granted in the United States. The formal announcement and news conference are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Monday, August 20, at the Government Center in Brighton. 

The Adams County Colorado Master Gardener program is accepting applications for Fall 2018 night classes. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. at Crescent Grange, 7901 W. 120^th Ave., Broomfield, from Sept. 18–Nov. 29. Contact the Colorado State University Extension office in Adams County at 303.637.8100 or email Cassey Anderson for more information or an application. The deadline to apply is Friday, Aug. 24. Applicants must go through an interview process and background check, so don’t delay!

The 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is proud to offer a Citizens Academy to the public each year. The 2018 academy will begin Thursday, Sept. 27 and will be held for eight weeks through Nov. 15, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office at 1000 Judicial Center Drive in Brighton.

NOTICE: On Thursday, Aug. 9, the Suncor ERT will conduct live fire training at the Plant 1 Fire Training grounds. The training will begin around 8 a.m. and will last throughout the day. During the training, there will be large flames and thick smoke produced. In the event of an actual emergency, all ERT training will cease and proper alarms will be sounded.

Want to know more about what’s happening in Adams County? Our 2018 Adams County Community Report should be hitting your mailbox soon, or you may access it online.

The Adams County Fair is right around the corner. Have you made your plans yet? Don't miss out on a whole host of great activities for all ages Aug. 1-5 at Riverdale Regional Park, 9755 Henderson Rd., Brighton.

United Power Grandstand Events

Wednesday, Aug. 1

Jodie Kammerzell, formerly the Adams County Workforce & Business Center (WBC) manager, has been promoted to the position of administrator of WBC effective July 1, 2018.

“We’re pleased to promote Jodie to serve as our administrator in the Workforce & Business Center,” said Chris Kline, Adams County Human Services director. “She has managed a wide range of highly successful workforce development programs and has devoted her career to serving and enhancing the lives of those with the greatest disadvantages.”

The Adams County Journey to Wellness Program for employees has been recognized by two national health organizations.

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE AEROTROPOLIS REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY TO BE HELD JULY 18, 2018

Statement from Dr. Larry Wolk, chief medical officer and executive director, at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, regarding the recycling plant fire: