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Colorado City Named One of the Worst Places to Rent
Here in Colorado, the cost of living has seemingly gotten out of control. In fact, the average rent here in Colorado is some of the highest in the entire country at $1,594. That’s the fifth highest. Not just that, but people in places like Fort Collins are really starting...
Greeley Hotel Construction Halted As Lien Payments Are Arranged
Construction has come to a standstill in Greeley for a hotel project as more than $2 million in liens have been filed for unpaid bills. According to the Greeley Tribune, two different owners have attempted to build a Residence Inn hotel at the site at 2495 28th St. The first ownership group, Texas-based Insignia Hospitality Group, bought the property for $1.1 million, but nothing ever happened. Now, Larry Williams, senior owners’ representative for Galaxy Hotels, said the Greeley project is on hold for the next 45 to 60 days while the group finds a new general contractor and pays the liens that have been filed.
Rodeo Dunes is a go
In June the resort from Dream Golf got its permit to build and course construction is underway. In late June construction began on the proposed Rodeo Dunes golf resort near Roggen, Dream Golf announced this week. The move came after the construction phase of the golf-resort project received the go-ahead...
See the Best Greeley Stampede Parade Entries (and Watch a Replay)
Northern Colorado loves a parade. Why shouldn’t we? After all, we have some of the best parades in Colorado. Loveland Corn Roast. Larimer County Fair and Rodeo. And, of course, the annual Greeley Stampede Independence Day parade. This year’s Independence Day Parade featured 120 entries. Greeley Stampede Parade...
Major Closure of Road Could Snarl Traffic in Windsor for Weeks
If you live or work in Windsor, Colorado, chances are you may be affected by an upcoming road construction project. Thousands of vehicles pass through the intersection every day in this Northern Colorado town and I am one of those people who use this intersection on a daily basis. Windsor is a rapidly growing town in Colorado and with the growth comes the growing pains of updating the town's roadways to accommodate the traffic.
Xcel Energy moves dirt on phase 2 of Power Pathway Project
Xcel Energy officials gathered recently at the company's Fort Saint Vrain power plant near Platteville for a symbolic groundbreaking of its first75-mile segment of the company’s $1.7 billion Power Pathway project. Eventually, the project comprised of 550-miles of high-voltage electric transmission lines in eastern Colorado will provide strength and...
Greeley considers public safety tax increase for growth and services.
The City of Greeley is considering a small increase to the public safety tax to address the city's growth and enhance public safety services. The proposal, supported by Greeley Police and Fire Chiefs, as well as the City Manager, aims to add more officers, firefighters, and support staff, upgrade equipment and facilities, and secure sustainable funding through a 0.25% sales tax increase. Funds may also go towards transportation projects. The proposal is under review by the Greeley City Council, and community input is vital. To learn more, watch the virtual meeting at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xg4iKwo3hLg and join the discussion on "Funding Greeley's Future." Let's work together to keep Greeley safe and thriving. #proudlyworkingwiththecitizensGPD #greeleypolice #communitypolicing.
One of Biggest Solar Projects Across the Globe Coming to Northern Colorado
More solar power is coming to Northern Colorado. Although expensive to build, solar power saves Coloradans money in the long run while limiting pollution. Many of us are unaware of one of the biggest reasons solar power works so well in Colorado. Colorado happens to be one of the sunniest states in the nation. So adding renewable energy from solar panels is a great idea.
Larimer County, Windsor restaurant inspections: 1 closed
The Larimer County and Weld County health departments have a three-tiered health inspection rating, with rankings of pass, reinspection required or closed. Establishments with violations of 0-49 points pass; those with 50-109 points require reinspection; and any with more than 110 points face closure. This report is for July 10-16....
9Things to do in Colorado this weekend: July 19-21
DENVER — Summer fairs return this weekend in Denver, Greeley, Evergreen, Walden, and Calhan. The "Daddy of 'Em All" is back in Cheyenne for a 128th year. Turnpike Troubadours, Jason Aldean and Jelly Roll help kick off the annual Western celebration Cheyenne Frontier Days. Cat, art, tattoo, and wood-carving...
YUM: 10 Amazing Donut Shops to Check Out in Northern Colorado
Everybody loves a donut from time to time. There are plenty of great places to get a donut in Northern Colorado, but of course, we all have our favorite spots. I treat myself to a donut every other Friday. Our office is in Windsor and I often go to Mr. Yo’s. I go to Mr. Yo’s biweekly because they can make any of their donuts cream-filled, they are delicious, and they are in a convenient location for me.
Emphasis on move-over safety during National Traffic Safety Month.
The City of Greeley Government, along with the Greeley Fire Department and Greeley Police Department, have come together to emphasize the importance of moving over during National Roadside Traffic Safety Month. Source: City of Greeley Government | Facebook. Source Type: Gov. Source Location: Greeley. AI Technology was used to summarize...
Construction will continue on this Northern Colorado road through mid-August
Construction will continue on Kechter Road through mid-August. Kechter Road has been closed between Strauss Cabin Road and the I-25 Southwest Frontage Road since July 8 for asphalt paving. That work was expected to be finished Thursday, July 18. That section of Kechter Road will reopen when that initial work...
6 housing projects to get $39 million from Colorado's Proposition 123
Six new affordable housing projects have been preliminarily approved for funding, the Office of Economic Development and International Trade and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority announced Wednesday. The money came from Proposition 123, a 2022 ballot measure that allocates 0.1% of income tax revenue to support affordable housing projects across...
Investigation into PSD superintendent and employee complete, but findings still secret
An investigation into the nature of a relationship between Poudre School District Superintendent Brian Kingsley and a district employee is complete, but it could be more than a week before the findings are made public. The PSD Board of Education plans to issue a statement regarding the outcome of the investigation once all...
Windsor Town Board completes appointments to fill vacant seats
Kenneth Symsack was appointed to the Windsor Town Board this week to fill the vacancy created last month when Julie Cline was appointed mayor. A vote to appoint Symsack, who has lived in Windsor for seven years, to the seat representing District 4 was held during a special meeting of the Town Board Monday night, according to a news release Thursday from Town Clerk Karen Frawley. Symsack was administered the oath of office shortly after the vote, making his appointment official.
The Story Behind Colorado’s Connection to ‘Jungle Juice’
We know you've been to a party at least once in your life where everyone brought liquor, and poured it into a big bowl creating the ever-famous boozy drink, Jungle Juice. Don't lie, it's nothing to be embarrassed by. Well, did you know Jungle Juice was first concted in Colorado?...
Sanctuary on the Green development finally gets its rehearing. Supporters turned out, too.
When the Sanctuary on the Green residential development finally got its court-mandated rehearing on Monday, nearly a year after it was ordered, there were some new voices in the crowd. Neighbors of the proposed project were there to voice their concerns, as they have for the 15 years the site has been in...
What Is ‘Call of Doodie Brown Ops’ in Colorado?
There are a lot of unique and quirky things that make Fort Collins a fun place to live in. I was catching up on some work at Wolverine Farm Publick House recently and when I walked out to my car I saw a sign that immediately grabbed my attention. Fort...
NoCo Tracker Updated With Great Insight for Business
It’s time again for our monthly update to the Economic Tracker. Your Fort Collins Area Chamber, working with other economic development and business support organizations across the region, created a tool to track the economic recovery in Northern Colorado. This valuable resource is a set of indicators that represent...
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