Erie News & VIEWS

Sunsets never get old. The wild cloud formations. We are so lucky to have these views in our town.

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We know the name will get people excited!

Let’s hope it’s true.

Breaking: Trader Joe's and Target could anchor a new mixed-use development in Lafayette, according to documents filed Thursday with the city. The project would be located near East Arapahoe Road and U.S. Highway 287 in The Range development.

While we enjoy the good weather, dear friends, and tasty treats…may we all take time to remember these things are possible only with sacrifices of our military and their families. It’s more than just a long weekend.

Public Meeting: Draco Well Pad & Mineral Rights

We invite the community to join Town Council for a public meeting on Tuesday, April 21 (6–10 p.m.) to share input on a possible sale of Erie’s mineral rights at the Draco Well Pad.

Council will be listening to community perspectives during this meeting. No vote will be taken.

Want to share your perspective?
You’re encouraged to sign up in advance to speak. Speakers will be called in the order they register.

The link to review the staff presentation is available in the Public Comment sign-up form: https://erieco-meeting-lobby.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/april-21-comment

Planning to attend?
We anticipate the room reaching capacity. The meeting will also be available for live streaming online, where residents can watch and provide public comment remotely.

Join the meeting:
Zoom: https://townoferie.zoom.us/j/81390229570?pwd=Ro5TKXyRv5aMDzVOEzUSR5JXbb1VIl.1
YouTube: youtube.com/eriecolorado

Meeting Details:
Town Hall Council Chambers
645 Holbrook Street
6–10 p.m.

What to expect:
• Staff presentation
• Public comment
• Meeting wrap-up (no vote)

Questions: [email protected]

Do you know the latest trends in teen substance use?

From va**ng to underage drinking, staying informed is the first step in keeping your child safe.

Join the Erie Police Department for a free, informative clinic designed to help parents understand the realities of teen drug, alcohol, and v**e use in our schools.

📅 Date: Thursday, March 26
📍 Location: Erie Police Department
🎯 Why Attend?
Gain expert insights, learn warning signs, and get the tools to talk to your teen.

Let’s work together to keep our kids safe! Reserve your spot today:
https://www.erieco.gov/1561/Teen-Use-of-Drugs-Alcohol-Vaping

End of an Era

Boulder's iconic bar will close its doors after 51 years: https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/boulders-dark-horse-closing-50-years-march/73-9953a963-6681-4c47-98cc-8e30dcbf7d8f?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook_9NEWS_(KUSA)

Doing the good work at our local Erie Middle School!

Congratulations to our student teacher mentor teacher, alumna Abby Martinez (BME), who’s the St. Vrain Valley School District’s recipient of the CU Boulder 2026 Best Should Teach Award! This recognition reflects the profound impact of her teaching, and the deep respect she's earned in her school community and in the field.

Martinez—a teacher, performer, clinician and conductor from Grand Junction, Colorado—directs the Erie Middle School Choir program comprising some 400 students in three mixed, non-auditioned grade-level choirs and four varied extracurricular choirs. She is also a two-time SVVSD Teacher of the Year, and was recognized as a 2025 GRAMMY Music Educator Quarterfinalist and a 2026 GRAMMY Legacy recipient. MORE: https://emschoir.weebly.com/meet-the-directors.html

CU Boulder Music Education University of Colorado Boulder Forever Buffs: University of Colorado Boulder Alumni St. Vrain Valley Schools Erie Middle School

Sharing a community event hosted by the .

The 2026 Black Rock BASH on March 7th, 2026 at the Colorado National Golf Club from 7-11pm.

This event raises funds for the Black Rock Elementary School PTO! The BRESPTO does all the usual school support things you might expect, BUT additionally this PTO covers salaries for in grades 1-5, of the paraprofessional support members! This is an extremely unique and useful endeavor that greatly enhances the learning environment for the students there.

There will be a silent auction, which will open a week before the date of the event to the public, as well as some Live Drawings, Casino Games, DJ, and dancing all night long, Photo Booth, and food is included! Cash Bar is available.

You do not need to have kids at Black Rock to attend this adults only night out in Erie!

Ticket link : https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2nd-annual-black-rock-bash

Hope to see you there!!

Just outside our Erie nook, we ventured to in Old Town Louisville. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. A classically elegant experience with great service.

Perfect for a date night or dinner with friends. A solid Happy Hour assortment as well.

Add it to your list if you’ve never been!