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Firefighters escort twin towers piece to new Fort Collins memorial
A piece of American history has been permanently installed in Fort Collins, as Poudre Fire Station #3 cemented a piece of the twin towers into the park behind their fire station. The piece of the twin towers was officially unveiled at a ceremony in Fort Collins on Monday afternoon. The piece of steel, which stands several feet tall, serves as a reminder to the Northern Colorado community of what the U.S. has been through, and the sacrifices many paid for freedom. "We just don't want people to forget," said Jim Durkin, a former firefighter who responded to ground zero. Durkin,...
Popular Burger Joint Making its Way to Colorado
There’s been a few different chains that have been making a name for themselves here in Colorado. One that’s been absolutely blowing up is Cava, which not only is the fastest growing chain in Colorado, but the entire United States. Then, of course, there was In-N-Out. The sought...
Fireflies in Colorado: Where, when to see the bioluminescence beauties
Not only does Colorado have fireflies but the state also boasts an emerging program that is breeding these bioluminescence beauties of the beetle world. And, yes, there is even a World Firefly Day — July 2 — to honor these iconic insects that have mesmerized many while playing in backyards.
Big Retailer’s Future Is Uncertain In Colorado
High volumes of store closures here in Colorado have left many retail stores’ futures uncertain here in the Centennial State. Some have already bitten the dust. Of course, Bed Bath & Beyond closed all of its locations, including the one on College Ave. in Fort Collins. Recently, the clothing...
Big Restoration Project Underway in Old Town Fort Collins, Colorado
When it comes to historic buildings in Colorado, you can find many in Old Town Fort Collins. By the fall of 2024, things will look much different for this 1905 building. As many know, and as many may not know, Disneyland's Main Street USA's look is based on Old Town Fort Collins. While Old Town has changed over the decades, soon it will have the look of yesteryear.
Coloradans Share Ridiculous and Absurd HOA Rules and Laws
As a renter in Colorado, I feel fortunate that I do not have to deal with the homeowners association. Of course, I have rules at my home in Fort Collins, but I do not have to deal with a lot of annoying situations. About half of Colorado residents have an...
Thousands flock to see the Colorado monolith this weekend, causing possible removal
What do they do with those mystery monoliths that keep popping up around the world when they have to be removed? I guess we just may find out in Colorado soon…. The mysterious monolith that randomly appeared in a field in Bellvue, Colorado, near Fort Collins a couple of weeks ago is causing so much curiosity that it may have to be removed.
Piece of Twin Towers Finds Final Resting Place
CONTACT: Poudre Fire Authority Public Information Officer Annie Bierbower | 970-217-5471 | annie.bierbower@poudre-fire.org. Piece of Twin Towers Finds Final Resting Place after a Decade of Work. Photo: Three generations of Poudre Fire Authority Fire Chiefs attended the ribbon cutting for the 9/11 memorial. From left to right: Retired Fire Chief...
Colorado State University Professor Makes 78-Million-Year-Old Discovery
As a state, Colorado has some amazing archeological discoveries you can see for yourself. Recently, ancient art was found by archeologists at Mesa Verde. It is believed to be as old as the 3rd century A.D. You can also see places like Trinidad Lake State Park, which has evidence of...
Asphalt paving work to cause full closure on Kechter starting July 8
FORT COLLINS, Colo. – The City of Fort Collins will begin an asphalt paving project on Kechter Rd. between Strauss Cabin Rd. and I-25 Southwest Frontage Rd. beginning Monday, July 8, weather permitting. Work is expected to last ten days, and will have the following impacts to traffic:. Kechter...
If you want to speak your mind before Fort Collins City Council, these changes are proposed
Fort Collins City Council will vote Tuesday, July 2 on whether to change some procedures around public comment at its meetings. These changes will close the loop on proposed changes prompted by a demonstration at the March 5 meeting that resulted in the mayor gaveling into recess and eventually adjourning before council could get...
PHOTO GALLERY Off the Beaten Trail: A tour of the historic Fort Collins Water Works
High in Rocky Mountain National Park, at an elevation of 10,758 feet, sits Poudre Lake. Nestled below the Continental Divide at Milner Pass, this small lake creates the headwaters of the Cache la Poudre River. This river, designated a National Wild and Scenic River, flows down through RMNP and into Roosevelt National Forest through the Poudre Canyon before reaching Fort Collins.
US 34 and Taft Avenue Intersection Improvement project begins Phase 1 on July 8
The City of Loveland will begin Phase 1 construction for the US 34 and Taft Avenue Intersection Improvement project, on Monday, July 8. This phase of the work will be completed by mid-July, weather permitting. Phase 1 includes nighttime work along US 34/Eisenhower Boulevard between Westshore Drive and Prospect Avenue...
Local team and U.S. Military Wardogs play baseball to boost veterans
The Fort Collins Foxes, a Northern Colorado baseball team, dedicated one of their home games to local veterans by playing against a team of military members. A traveling team known as the U.S. Military Wardogs arrived in Fort Collins on Sunday for a game against the Foxes, a game which helped support veterans in the region. "We take active duty service members and veterans, we barnstorm the country and we try and raise funds for veterans dealing with PTSD, service-related issues as well as honor the fallen soldiers and their families," said Bruce Jazwinski, CEO of the Wardogs. Jazwinski created the...
Stormwater and asphalt maintenance project to impact intersection of Mulberry and College beginning July 8
FORT COLLINS, Colo. – The City of Fort Collins Utilities and Streets departments will be conducting work to improve stormwater and pavement infrastructure on the 100 block of W. Mulberry St., just west of S. College Avenue, beginning July 8. The work will be completed in two phases:. Phase...
More About the New Firefighter Art
Today we attended the unveiling of a statue honoring 150 years of volunteer fire service in the city of Golden, Colorado. The department started at roughly the same time as the Coors Brewery and the School of Mines both here in Golden. The department is now a hybrid department with mostly paid professional firefighters with an additional volunteer crew. EMS is provided by an outside agency.
Oak Street Stormwater Project Kick off. Full Closure on Oak St between Mason and Meldrum, Beginning July 8th
Heather McDowell, Utilities Project Manager, 970-224-6065, hmcdowell@fcgov.com, Website: Website. Re: Oak Street Stormwater Project Kick off. Full Closure on Oak St between Mason and Meldrum, Beginning July 8th. FORT COLLINS, Colo. – The Fort Collins Utilities’ Oak Street Stormwater Improvements Project will begin construction to install stormwater infrastructure that will...
Efficient Shed Demolition and Removal in Loveland
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City of Loveland Celebrates Parks and Recreation Month
This July, join the City of Loveland for Park and Recreation Month, held in conjunction with the National Recreation and Park Association and celebrating that Loveland is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation. This year’s theme — “Where You Belong” — celebrates the vital role...
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