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Keep your family safe as fall brings new routines, shorter days and cooler temperatures
THE WOODLANDS, TX -- As cool breezes blow in, families turn the page from summer fun to a host of activities that take advantage of the fall season, from pumpkin spice everything to hayrides, fall festivals and football. Amid all the excitement, keep safety first to make sure your memories are about the experience and not a trip to the E.R. Entergy Texas offers these tips for keeping your family safe through it all.
When trust becomes too comfortable
What advice would you give to someone starting a business today? We spend a great deal of time telling organisations to build trust. But what happens when people trust each other so much that they stop asking difficult questions? Matthew Bennett, Founding Partner of Willow Ethos, explores how excessive trust can discourage constructive challenge and undermine effective decision-making. I recently worked with a client where we encountered an interesting cultural tension.
Early humans in America endured climate chaos—new research
Footprints found at White Sands, New Mexico, were dated to the height of the last ice age. Credit: National Park Service Some 23,000 years ago, during the coldest part of the last ice age, people walked across the muddy margins of an ancient lake in what is now White Sands National Park, New Mexico. The footprints they left behind have transformed our understanding of when people first reached the Americas.
Early humans in America endured climate chaos – new research
Footprints found at White Sands, New Mexico, were dated to the height of the last ice age. National Park Service Some 23,000 years ago, during the coldest part of the last ice age, people walked across the muddy margins of an ancient lake in what is now White Sands national park, New Mexico. The footprints they left behind have transformed our understanding of when people first reached the Americas.
Chatham House Competition Policy Conference
CRA is a proud sponsor of the Chatham House Competition Policy Conference, bringing together regulators, policymakers, business leaders, and legal practitioners to examine how competition policy is adapting as market governance, industrial strategy, and geopolitics become increasingly intertwined. Matthew Bennett, Simon Chisholm, and Mikaël Hervé will speak during the conference.
Entergy Texas Helps Customers Beat the Heat Through Fan Donation Campaign Original
Company donates more than 2,500 fans to help Southeast Texas families stay cool during the hottest months of the year By Matthew Bennett THE WOODLANDS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / August 13, 2026 / As Southeast Texas continues to experience another summer of high temperatures, Entergy Texas has donated more than 2,500 box fans to help vulnerable customers stay safe and cool during the hottest months of the year.
Entergy Texas Helps Customers Beat the Heat Through Fan Donation Campaign
Aug 13, 2026 8:00 AM ET Pictured: Entergy Texas employees and local volunteers gathered at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Conroe to provide customers with free box fans. By Matthew Bennett THE WOODLANDS, Texas, August 13, 2026 /3BL/ - As Southeast Texas continues to experience another summer of high temperatures, Entergy Texas has donated more than 2,500 box fans to help vulnerable customers stay safe and cool during the hottest months of the year.
Entergy Texas Helps Customers Beat The Heat Through Fan Donation Campaign
Entergy Texas Helps Customers Beat The Heat Through Fan Donation Campaign 2026-08-13 02:09:44 (MENAFN- 3BL) By Matthew Bennett THE WOODLANDS, Texas, August 13, 2026 /3BL/ - As Southeast Texas continues to experience another summer of high temperatures, Entergy Texas has donated more than 2,500 box fans to help vulnerable customers stay safe and cool during the hottest months of the year.
Austin Pool Deck Safety: VistaStone Overlay Reminder Issued for Summer
VistaStone Overlay for Austin Homeowners' Pools Bennett Outdoor Living reminds Austin homeowners about VistaStone's slip-resistant properties which meets local safety standards for pool decks ahead of summer. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, March 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Bennett Outdoor Living is issuing a timely reminder to Austin homeowners about the critical safety features of VistaStone Overlay as the summer pool season approaches.
Explore Pacific Forum's Insightful Indo-Pacific Analysis
The International Order seeks to manage the complex relationship of institutions, nations, and their conflicting goals. A recent workshop by the Center for Global Security Research sought to tie the dynamics of this order to the domain of nuclear weapons. This commentary comprises my own view of the issue at hand. It draws insight specifically from discussions on the importance of alliances in maintaining progress towards foreign policy goals.
Entergy Texas celebrates completion of $110 million Bolivar Peninsula Reliability Project
Entergy Texas leadership, employees, and community partners cut the ribbon at the new Port Bolivar substation, marking the completion of the Bolivar Peninsula Reliability Project BOLIVAR PENINSULA, Texas – A promise made to the Bolivar Peninsula community is now a promise kept. Entergy Texas completed construction on a $110 million reliability project that doubles the region’s power supply and strengthens the Southeast Texas power grid.
Tuesday’s Longmont City Council meeting canceled
Tuesday’s Longmont City Council meeting is canceled due to a National League of Cities conference in Washington D.C. this week. The council meeting is canceled so that city officials can attend the conference. The Longmont Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, which consists of the Longmont City Council, is scheduled to meet again March 18, according to the city’s website. The City Council is also expected to meet for a study session on March 18.
Longmont’s spirit of Arbor Day tree sale lottery now underway
Now through March 9, people can enter Longmont’s annual spirit of Arbor Day tree sale, which is conducted as a lottery due to high demand. A variety of trees are available for $50 each including tax. Interested participants can enter at bit.ly/arbor-day-trees or by calling 303-774-4700. Those who are selected to receive a tree will be notified March 10. All trees will be delivered the week of April 21.
Fossil footprints reveal what may be the oldest known handcarts
If you're a parent, you've probably tried, at some point, to navigate the supermarket with a trolley, and at least one child in tow. But our new study suggests there was an ancient equivalent, dating to 22,000 years ago. This handcart, without wheels, was used before wheeled vehicles were invented around 5,000 years ago in the Middle East. Recently our research team discovered some remarkable fossil traces which might give a hint.
CO: 'A game changer': RIDE Longmont takes off
Longmont officials gathered at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Kimbark Street Monday morning to celebrate the launch of RIDE Longmont, the city's new on-demand transit service. "I'm so excited about it," said Mayor Joan Peck, who rode in one of the new RIDE Longmont vehicles Monday.
Balancing Act: What The Data (Use And Access) Bill Means For Businesses
Like the DPDI Bill, the aim of the DUA Bill is to simplify access to, and use of, personal data for UK data controllers, without going so far as to erode the protections that give the UK its adequacy in the EU. There is a strong focus on easing the administrative burden of using personal data, by clarifying the kinds of activities that the UK would consider either low risk or in the public's interest. Many of the changes are "tweaks" rather than structural changes.
Tuesday’s Longmont City Council meeting canceled
The Longmont City Council will not hold its normal Tuesday night meeting this week due to the Thanksgiving holiday. The council is scheduled to meet again for a regular session on Dec. 3.
Businesses, landlords can apply for funds to comply with recycling ordinance
Businesses and landlords can apply for $700 to $2,500 in funds to help them comply with Longmont’s new universal recycling ordinance. As of June 1, all businesses and multifamily properties were required to sign up for recycling collection from a trash hauling service. On Jan. 1, all food wholesalers, distributors, manufacturers and grocery stores will be required to have compost collection from a service.
Longmont City Council plans to add new jobs in 2025 budget, endorses RTD ballot measure
The Longmont City Council plans to add 18 new full-time equivalent positions to the city’s employee roster next year, just one aspect of a proposed $469.6 million operating budget the group discussed during its regular session Tuesday night. Over the past several weeks, the City Council has listened to numerous financial presentations and is expected to finalize and formally adopt next year’s 657-page budget, which is available for public inspection on the city’s website, in October.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife investigating potential fish kill at Left Hand Creek
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. September 16, 2024 at 11:59 PM·1 min read Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a potential fish kill at Left Hand Creek, an agency spokesperson said Monday. No further information as to what may have led to all of the dead fish was immediately available.
Longmont to receive $1.2 million in federal funds for Vision Zero plans
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. September 12, 2024 at 11:59 PM·2 min read Longmont will receive $1.2 million of federal funding to put toward its Vision Zero efforts, Rep. Joe Neguse, D-Lafayette, announced this week in a news release. Last year, the Longmont City Council adopted a resolution committing to Vision Zero, a national program that has a goal of eliminating traffic deaths and severe injuries on the roadways.
Longmont’s Used Book Emporium eyes final chapter, as Oct. 15 closing looms
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. August 24, 2024 at 11:59 PM·3 min read For nearly three decades, Used Book Emporium in downtown Longmont has welcomed customers from all walks of life in search of their next great read. A handwritten note on the local business’s entryway at 346 Main St. reads “Door Sticks — Push Hard.” However, it’s another sign on Used Book Emporium’s front door that really catches people’s attention; the one that says “Store Closing Oct.
‘Something for everybody:’ Winner’s Circle coming to Longmont this fall
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. August 5, 2024 at 11:59 PM·2 min read From state-of-the-art arcade games to giant Jenga, duckpin bowling, digital ax throwing and more, there will be “something for everybody” at Winner’s Circle in Longmont, according to owner Adam Schubert. “You throw a real ax into real wood and each lane has a projector … that projects the image that you choose onto the wood,” Schubert said of the digital ax throwing.
Longmont Coffee with Council scheduled for Saturday
Longmont residents are invited to have a cup of coffee with their locally elected officials and discuss any topic of their choice at Saturday’s “Coffee with Council.” The event will occur Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. at Longmont Fire Station #3, 1000 Pace St. Although subject to change, Councilmembers Susie Hidalgo-Fahring and Diane Crist are expected to be in attendance. View comments
Longmont City Council to host open forum Tuesday
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. July 26, 2024 at 11:59 PM·1 min read The Longmont City Council invites residents to speak about nearly any topic during an open forum at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the City Council Chambers, 350 Kimbark St. Residents wanting to speak about quasi-judicial matters scheduled to go before the City Council at a later date, such as Modern West 2, are asked to hold their comments until the proposal’s specific public hearing.
Prairie dogs slated to be moved from Dry Creek Community Park
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. July 18, 2024 at 8:59 PM·2 min read Longmont officials plan to move a large prairie dog colony from Dry Creek Community Park to the U.S. Army Pueblo Chemical Depot in Pueblo.
Longmont workers to spray for mosquitoes Thursday
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. July 16, 2024 at 11:59 PM·1 min read Longmont officials plan to spray for mosquitoes on Thursday in certain areas of the city, after monitors found West Nile virus in mosquitos in Weld County. Workers will spray the following areas starting at sunset Thursday: Jim Hamm Nature Area, Sandstone Ranch, Union Reservoir, Izaak Walton Park and Great Western Cattail Court.
No Longmont City Council meeting Tuesday
The Longmont City Council meeting Tuesday is canceled due to the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. While city facilities will be open Tuesday, most will be closed for the Fourth of July holiday on Thursday. The City Council typically meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 350 Kimbark St. View comments
P&Z member Martinez named to Dacono City Council
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. May 22, 2024 at 4:55 PM·1 min read May 22—Andrew Martinez will fill the vacancy on the Dacono City Council left by former Councilman Danny Long, who recently resigned due to health reasons. The City Council selected Martinez in a 3-2 vote during its May 13 meeting, with councilmembers Doris Crespo, Tony Cummings and Mayor Pro Tem Kevin Plain voting to support Martinez's appointment.
Boulder Shelter for the Homeless receives $50,000 grant
May 16—The Wells Fargo Foundation awarded the Boulder Shelter for the Homeless a $50,000 grant for the Zinnia Permanent Supportive Housing project at 2000 Sunset Way in Longmont. When it's finished, the new 39,500 square-foot, four-story building will include 55 one-bedroom units and support services for Longmont residents experiencing homelessness.
Longmont promotes International Compost Awareness Week amid calls for more local composting options
May 6—Longmont is joining other communities across the nation and world to promote "International Compost Awareness Week," which kicked off Sunday and continues through Saturday. It comes at a time when Longmont and Boulder County residents are asking for additional local composting options and the ability to compost more items.
Vela to discuss addiction, mental health May 16 in Longmont
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. May 4, 2024 at 8:59 PM May 4—Journalist Vic Vela will discuss addiction and mental health recovery at 6:30 p.m. May 16 in the City Council chambers, 350 Kimbark St. A Longmont native and five-time Edward R. Murrow award winner, Vela will shed light on the challenges and triumphs of the recovery journey at the free event. Registration is required and may be completed online at bit.ly/LibAdults or by calling 303-651-8472.
Firestone passes emergency ordinance limiting how many sex offenders can live together
Apr. 26—Firestone officials Wednesday approved an emergency ordinance to impose residency restrictions on registered sex offenders. Prior to the newly elected members of the Firestone Board of Trustees being sworn in on Wednesday, the outgoing board unanimously approved the emergency ordinance as its last order of business.
Fourth of July fireworks to be launched from Longmont's fire training center
Apr. 22—The Skyline Kiwanis Club of Longmont plans to launch fireworks this Fourth of July from Longmont's fire training center at 111 First Ave., club president John Larkin confirmed earlier this month. "After a lot of back and forth negotiating and planning, we have come to an agreement with the city to hold the fireworks at the fire training center," Larkin said.
Longmont looks for lifeguards to watch summer swimmers
Apr. 19—As Longmont prepares to open its seasonal pools, swim beach and splash pads for the summer, it's also looking to add lifeguards to its roster. "We are still actively hiring lifeguards," Sara Taylor, Longmont recreation area supervisor for aquatics, said Thursday. The city is hoping to have between 120 and 125 lifeguards to operate all of its seasonal water attractions this summer. Two years ago, the city could not open Kanemoto and Roosevelt activity pools due to staffing shortages.
More than 700 sign petition to stop 310-home plan in Longmont
Apr. 18—More than 700 people have signed a petition to stop a concept plan for 310 residential homes along Quail Road from moving forward in Longmont. As of Thursday morning, 459 people had signed the change.org petition online and another 246 people had signed it in-person, according to Katie Filkins, who started the petition and lives a block away from the proposed development.
Poet laureate to perform at Longmont library
Apr. 18—Lafayette poet laureate ZBassSpeaks will host a free event at the 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Longmont Public Library at to celebrate national poetry month. A Colorado native, ZBassSpeaks has been speaking and performing in the Denver metro area since 2008, according to his website. Registration is required and may be completed online at bit.ly/LibAdults or by calling the adult services desk at (303) 651-8472. View comments
Longmont Public Library renovates young people's spot
Apr. 18—The Longmont Public Library's children and teen services area will be closed May 6 to 17 for renovations. The work will include replacing more than 30-year-old shelves, adding seating and creating a small, flexible area for kids' programming. All children and teen programs will be canceled during the renovations. The new books area will still be available to browse, but the rest of the section's materials will be unavailable for checkout.
Poet laureate to perform at Longmont library
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. April 18, 2024 at 8:59 PM Apr. 18—Lafayette poet laureate ZBassSpeaks will host a free event at the 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Longmont Public Library at to celebrate national poetry month. A Colorado native, ZBassSpeaks has been speaking and performing in the Denver metro area since 2008, according to his website. Registration is required and may be completed online at bit.ly/LibAdults or by calling the adult services desk at (303) 651-8472.
Martin: Longmont's contingency budget should have spending rules
Apr. 16—The Longmont City Council recently approved allocating up to $10,000 from its council contingency fund to put toward this year's Juneteenth event. While the City Council voted unanimously to authorize the spending, Councilmember Marcia Martin said that, moving forward, the council should have access to more information in its packet of materials about such large expenditures prior to meetings. Those meeting packets also are accessible to the public.
Longmont inches closer toward finalizing Fourth of July plans
Apr. 11—The Longmont City Council started publicly discussing this year's proposed Fourth of July event toward the end of February. And over a month later, it's still working out the details. The original proposal called for an Independence Day celebration at Dickens Farm Nature Area featuring music, food trucks, carnival games, a drone show and fireworks launched from the nearby Longmont Fire Training Center, 111 First Ave.
Longmont City Council gives initial approval to code of ethics
Apr. 9—The Longmont City Council gave initial approval to a code of ethics Tuesday — one that would hold them to high standards when it comes to things like conflicts of interest and favorable dealing.
Climatologist Russ Schumacher to speak at Longmont Civic Center
Apr. 9—Colorado State climatologist Russ Schumacher will discuss the impact of climate change on the state's water supply at the Longmont Civic Center, 350 Kimbark St., on April 18. Schumacher is a professor at Colorado State University as well as the director of the Colorado Climate Center in Fort Collins. Registration for the event is required and is limited to 100 attendees.
FAA 'extremely unlikely' to approve Longmont fireworks at airport
Apr. 5—The chances of fireworks being launched from the Vance Brand Municipal Airport near the southwest region of the city this Fourth of July are slim to none. The Longmont City Council discussed where and to what extent this year's Independence Day celebration should occur, during its Feb. 27 and March 26 meetings — but has yet to make a final decision on the matter.
Firestone residents elect new town trustees
Apr. 3—Resident Lorna Morton, definitely, and resident Ray Byrd, more than likely, will be sworn in as the newest members of the Firestone Board of Trustees on April 24. Who will claim the third available seat on the board remains up in the air as just two votes currently separate the third and fourth place candidates, Linda J. Haney and Bobby Matthews.
Complaint filed against Longmont Theatre Company's board
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. Tue, Apr 2, 2024, 10:59 PM3 min read Apr. 2—The Longmont Theatre Company's board of directors has "failed to abide by" the nonprofit group's bylaws, a complaint filed in Boulder County District Court alleges. The root of the complaint, which was filed on March 26, involves the theatre company's volunteer membership option.
Don Conyac ahead in Firestone mayoral race
Apr. 2—Firestone Trustee Don Conyac held a commanding lead over incumbent Mayor Drew Peterson in the town's mayoral race after the first round of election results were released at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Conyac had 1,043 votes and Peterson 778 votes, according to the unofficial results. When reached by phone Tuesday night, Conyac was not comfortable declaring victory but was feeling good about the returns. "To my supporters, thank you very much," Conyac said.
Lamplighter Motel reopens after nine months of cleaning
Mar. 28—The Lamplighter Motel in Longmont reopened for business earlier this month after being shut down for more than nine months. City officials closed the motel at 1642 Main St. on June 5 at the direction of Boulder County Public Health, due to methamphetamine contamination. The motel reopened on March 18 after undergoing extensive rehabilitation, according to Eilene Heo, whose parents have owned the business for about 23 years. "It ...
Dacono offers scholarships to high school seniors
Matthew Bennett, Daily Times-Call, Longmont, Colo. March 27, 2024 at 11:59 PM Mar. 27—High school seniors who live in Dacono can apply for the city's college and vocational training scholarships. Seniors from any high school may apply so long as they reside in Dacono. The deadline is April 5 In years past, scholarship amounts have ranged from $500 to $2,000, depending on the number of qualifying applicants.
Longmont officials refer 310-unit townhome development to annexation review process
Mar. 27—The Longmont City Council referred an 18.6-acre property at 8902 Quail Road into the city's annexation review process during its regular session Tuesday. The land, which is made up of four parcels, is located on the south side of Quail Road in unincorporated Boulder County. It is north of Clover Basin Drive, west of South Fordham Street and east of Airport Road within a county enclave in the southwest region of the city.
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