News across Adams County

Contribute to the annual Children’s Stuffed Animal Drive starting Oct. 1
The Sue Corbett Active Adult Center invites the community to bring comfort to children facing difficult circumstances by participating in its annual stuffed animal drive benefiting the Child Rescue Foundation.

Eye for Art program seeks artists for 2027 Sculpture-on-Loan Exhibit
The City of Brighton’s Eye for Art program is now accepting artist submissions for its 2027 Sculpture-on-Loan Program, a year-long outdoor exhibit displayed at Carmichael Park (650 Southern Street).

City of Brighton and Brighton EDC Named 2026 Medium Community of the Year
The Brighton Economic Development Corporation (Brighton EDC), in partnership with the City of Brighton, has been recognized by the Economic Development Council of Colorado (EDCC) with the 2026 Medium Community of the Year Award.

Movies Around Town: Nightmare Before Christmas
Catch a free showing of the movie and participate in our Halloween costume contest!

Registration now open for the 42nd annual Turkey Trot Run/Walk
The City of Brighton’s Parks and Recreation Department will host the 42nd annual Turkey Trot Run/Walk Race on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 8:30 a.m. at the Brighton Recreation Center located at 555 N. 11th Avenue.

Elementary school students invited to participate in Name that Snowplow contest

Info about Prop 123 hearing
At a business meeting on Oct. 6, 2026, Arvada City Council will consider changes to the Land Development Code that are needed to comply with Colorado Proposition 123, which provides funding for affordable housing projects.

Registration open for Brighton’s Tree Lighting Ceremony’s Winter Market and Festival of Lights Parad
Registration is now open for vendors and parade participants for two of Brighton’s holiday traditions: the Winter Market at the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 5, and the 31st Annual Festival of Lights Parade on Saturday, Dec. 12.

Southeast Colorado high school football scores - September 21-26, 2026
Southeast Colorado high school football scores - September 21-26, 2026 mps-post Sun, 09/27/2026 - 09:00 Image (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 6 Man Thursday, September 24 #12 Bethune 3-3 @ #7 Otis 5-0 Bethune 36 Otis 86 #22 Genoa-Hugo 1-4 @ #25 Kiowa 0-5…

Case against ex-ICE detention center guard who shot Colorado protester moves ahead
A judge ruled Wednesday that there was enough evidence to prosecute Brandon Booth, who told police he shot toward women after they talked about “race traitors,” threatened to find guards’ children
Splashing Pumpkins
Looking for something different this spooky season? Come make a splash at our 4th annual floating pumpkin patch!
Treat Street: A Free Trick-or-Treating Event
Step into a delightful world of costumes, candy, and community spirit at our Treat Street, a free trick-or-treating event hosted by the Brighton Recreation Center.