🎄 Boulder County Jingle Jam Returns to Roots

Happy Friday, Boulder! 🌞

Ben here — If you’re looking for a holiday night that feels equal parts festive, local, and meaningful — this is it. The 4th Annual Boulder County Jingle Jam brings Front Range bluegrass, Americana, and country artists together for one joyful, jam-packed evening at Roots Music Project. Every ticket sold supports Sister Carmen, making this one of those rare nights where great music truly gives back.

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NCAR employs about 830 people and plays a major role in wildfire, flood, and severe weather forecasting nationwide.

• OMB Director Russ Vought called NCAR a source of “climate alarmism.”

• The National Science Foundation says it’s reviewing NCAR’s scope but hasn’t announced changes.

• Colorado leaders and scientists question whether the administration has the authority to dismantle it.

Lawmakers are pushing back, legal options are being explored, and public protests are planned in Boulder.

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👋 Before You Go

Bring a friend, grab your tickets early (this one sells out fast), and get ready for a holiday jam that actually means something. Forward this to your favorite music-loving Boulder buddy — and we’ll see you at Roots!