> "When I started doing this, I had no examples to lean on – it was impossible to find another farm doing this," says Dr. Kevin McSweeney about keeping calves with their mothers until weaning at five to six months, a radical approach that allows his cows to live twice as long as conventional dairy cows.

Fun fact: Seven Colorado breweries were first-time winners — Prost, Cerveceria Colorado, Old 121, Banded Oak, Bent Barley, The Post and Cellar West, which took home a silver for its Farmhouse Saison.

We have hit a fork in our road and are choosing to walk down a different path for a myriad of reasons, both personal and professional. Thank you for four years of Funky Flame in Denver. Support your local businesses.

Our flower lead, Rachel, is in her 2nd very own growing season! Last year, Rachel began her entrepreneurial dreams by starting Wiley Farm & Co. You may remember seeing her beautiful floral arrangements at our farmstand. Rachel has grown Wiley Farm & Co's offerings and has created an herbal tea share for CSA members, and her teas are available at the Farm Stand and her booth at the Longmont Farmers Market (City Park market too, beginning in May).

Minor Subdivision and Site Plan/Architectural Review applications that will be reviewed by Lafayette Urban Renewal Authority (LURA) and Planning Commission. A parking reduction request will be considered by the City Council as well as acceptance of any public easement granted by the plat.

Staff is currently reviewing application for a Planned Unit Development to allow for a reduced front setback and Site Plan

The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism (CSCH), formerly known as The North American Institute of Medical Herbalism, has operated for over 25 years in Old Town Lafayette. The institution is now led by John Whiteman and Lindy Reinhardt and serves as a hub for plant enthusiasts and wellness learners. Lindy Reinhardt discovered herbalism through a magazine called Willow and Sage, which sparked her curiosity. She began creating herbal products with her daughter before enrolling at CSCH. John Whiteman brings expertise in plant science, agriculture, and horticulture, with background in economic development planning. Together with Reinhardt, he acquired the school from its previous owner, Lisa. CSCH operates within the Vitalist tradition, emphasizing the body's innate healing capacity and balance among body, mind, and spirit. The curriculum integrates scientific rigor with traditional medicine, empirical observation, and intuition. The school holds accreditation from Colorado's Department of Higher Education and maintains membership in the American Herbalists Guild. The foundational 370-hour Fundamentals of Medical Herbalism program covers theory, anatomy, botany, nutrition, and flower essences. CSCH also offers community workshops on varied wellness topics. Beginning in April 2024, the school launched online education, with initial focus on skincare modules, eventually expanding to full 370-hour online curriculum delivery.

At the March 19 meeting Brasel said the resolution states Lafayette is opposed to the bill unless legislators collaborate with communities to make certain amendments. The resolution suggested the bill should focus on fixed transit routes and make incentives available for communities that comply with the bill rather than punish communities that do not comply by taking away funds.

Starting the week of March 25, City Hall is kicking off a major landscaping project focused on saving water and enhancing the appearance of its surroundings. The initiative involves converting the current landscaping to low-water xeriscaping, which not only improves vegetation conditions but also reduces maintenance needs.

“The whole reason why I’m here and doing this is because I believe in regenerative farming and sustainability and lowering our carbon footprint,” Pembridge adds. “You’re creating a genuine community by buying from local farmers and producers.”