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Road Construction Updates

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Both directions of Picadilly Road between Stephen D. Hogan Parkway and Seventh Avenue will be fully closed around the clock from May 11 to 30 due to utility tie-in work. The alternate route will use parallel streets; specifically, Gun Club Road between Colfax Avenue and Stephen D. Hogan Parkway.

Gartrell/E-470 Interchange project starts in May

Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Construction will begin in May on a project to expand the South Gartrell Road Bridge over E-470 in southeast Aurora. The work is expected to take about 12 months to complete.

‘Summer of Imagination: Unearth a Story’ promotes summer reading and engagement May 26 to July 31

Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

‘Summer of Imagination: Unearth a Story’ promotes summer reading and engagement May 26 to July 31

Tips for taking care of your trees during a snow storm

Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

While Colorado is getting much-needed moisture with this late spring storm, trees may need a little extra TLC to help them reap the benefits.

Submit input by May 11 on Peoria Bridge design

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A proposed design for the Peoria Street Bridge Replacement Project is now available for review and input online through May 11.

‘Mosaic of Cultures: Aurora’s Filipino Community’ exhibit opens at the Aurora History Museum April 21

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

City of Aurora celebrates Arbor Day 2026 with community tree planting and a week of activities

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Find your Joy at Aurora Public Library during National Library Week, April 19 to 25

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Provide Input on City Council Decorum Rule

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Council Rules Ad Hoc Committee invites residents to provide input on the City Council’s rule on decorum online through April 30 or in person at the committee’s April 27 meeting.

Colfax Community Vision and Action Plan Award

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The city of Aurora earned a 2026 Colorado Downtown Excellence Award this week from Downtown Colorado Inc. in the Best Plan Large Community category for its Colfax Community Vision and Action Plan.

City of Aurora declares Stage 1 drought

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Targeting a 20% reduction in water usage, the declaration sets limits on outdoor watering, implements drought surcharges and restricts certain turf installation

City of Aurora Utah Pool reopening this spring

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

APL offers new free Spanish-language streaming service

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Aurora Public Library offers new free Spanish-language streaming service offering educational and entertainment options

City of Aurora Announces April 10 Furlough Day Closures

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The second of four city of Aurora required employee furlough days for 2026 will take place on Friday, April 10. On furlough days, most city facilities and operations are closed, with essential services and emergency operations remaining fully operational.

Aurora Youth Commission hosts “Fill the Bus” donation drive to combat food insecurity

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Aurora Youth Commission hosts “Fill the Bus” donation drive to combat food insecurity

Seasoned theater executive selected to lead the Aurora Fox Arts Center

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Seasoned theater executive selected to lead the Aurora Fox Arts Center