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Celebrate FoCo’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Foothills Mall, has announced the FoCo Juneteenth 3rd Annual Celebration. The three-day event commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. From June 14 to June 16, experience spectacular concerts, exciting kids’ events, diverse vendors, and mouthwatering food trucks, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all. Below is the breakdown of the weekend:
Summerfest 2024 at the Emma Malaby Grocery Store
The little neighborhood grocery store that stands at 313 N. Meldrum Street in Fort Collins has a 143-year history that stretches back to Fort Collins’ earliest days. On June 22nd, from 10 am – 2 pm, you’ll be able to step back in time and tour this historic gem at Summerfest 2024. Join Historic Larimer County, the new owner of the building, for free tours, a vintage car show, food, music from the porch, old-timey games, and tours of Malaby Grocery.
Community Foundation of Northern Colorado Announces Eleven Eastern Colorado Scholarship Recipients
The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado (NoCo Foundation) provides a scholarship program that allows generous donors to offer financial support to students across Northern and Eastern Colorado. Through these scholarships, students from all walks of life, with a wide range of dreams, can continue their education for a brighter future.
How to Choose the Best Extracurricular Activities to Impress Medical School Admissions
Applying to medical school is highly competitive, with admissions committees carefully evaluating various factors to select the most qualified candidates. Extracurricular activities play a vital role in this process, offering a unique opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their interests, skills, and character. Extracurricular activities showcase valuable qualities like commitment, leadership, and time management, providing a comprehensive view of an applicant’s potential as a medical professional.
Three Arrested in Child Predator Operation
Larimer County Sheriff’s Office investigators arrested three men during an operation to fight child prostitution. In late May, LCSO investigators conducted an undercover operation. Using online forums, men solicited sexual services from investigators posing as underage sex workers. Several hundred people responded to the postings and expressed interest in buying sexual services from children. Three men ultimately arrived at the agreed upon location, where they were met by law enforcement. They were arrested on the following charges:
Poudre Valley REA Donates $52,000 to Local Students
$52,000 donated to local students through the PVREA College Scholarship Fund. Scholarships awarded to 28 high school seniors from the graduating class of 2024. Class of 2025 applications will become available this fall. Poudre Valley REA (PVREA) awarded $52,000 in continuing education scholarships to 28 local high school seniors. “Empowering...
5 Most Hyped Summer Concerts in Fort Collins
Summer is finally here! The weather is wonderful, the city is bustling, and many amazing concerts are on the horizon. With a lineup catering to various musical tastes, this summer is bound to be a memorable one for all music lovers. Here are the five most talked-about concerts coming to...
First Patients Receive New Stroke-reducing Device at Banner North Colorado Medical Center
Last month, David Bicknell, DO, a cardiac electrophysiologist at Banner Health, performed the first eight implantations of the new WATCHMAN FLX™ Pro Left Atrial Appendage Closure (LAAC) Device at North Colorado Medical Center (NCMC) in Greeley. NCMC is the first hospital in Northern Colorado to offer this latest LAAC technology designed to reduce stroke risk and serve as an alternative to the lifelong use of blood thinners for people with atrial fibrillation (AF) not caused by a heart valve problem.
The Youth Clinic Awards 2024 Growing Healthy Kids High School Scholarship to Colin Magelky
The Youth Clinic has announced Colin Magelky as the recipient of the 2024 Growing Healthy Kids High School Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship honors outstanding students in Northern Colorado who have shown resilience and commitment to overcoming challenges. Colin, a long-time patient of Dr. Guenther at The Youth Clinic, impressed the...
200 Block of Linden St. To Be Pedestrian-only During First Fridays, Beginning June 7
The City of Fort Collins will close the 200 block of Linden St. (between Walnut St. and Jefferson St.) to vehicle traffic on First Fridays this summer, beginning Friday, June 7. From 4 p.m. Friday, June 7 until 4 a.m. Saturday, June 8, the 200 block of Linden St. will transform into a pedestrian-only paradise.
Bureau of Reclamation Warns Residents and Recreationalists of High River Conditions in Big Thompson Canyon
The Bureau of Reclamation anticipates that Big Thompson River flows will increase to between 850 and 900 cubic feet per second beginning tonight and reach approximately 1,100 cubic feet per second by late Sunday night. Quickly rising temperatures and deeper-than-normal June snowpack have rapidly increased the volume of snowmelt flowing...
Suspect Arrested for Distribution of Thousands of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine Pills
A suspect has been arrested for distributing thousands of illicit Fentanyl pills and methamphetamine in Northern Colorado. In March 2024, detectives from the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force (NCDTF) and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) began communicating with a suspect about the distribution of controlled substances. The suspect, identified as German Baez (DOB 01/03/98) of Eaton, was distributing illegal narcotics in the region. Detectives learned that Baez had connections to the Sinaloa drug cartel.
Metropolitan Theatres Celebrates Families with Metro Summer Kids Movies
Metropolitan Theatres has announced the return of Metro Summer Kids Movies from June 18 through August 8 at MetroLux 12 Theatres + IMAX @ Centerra and MetroLux Dine-In Theatres at The Foundry, located at 6085 Sky Pond Drive, Loveland, CO 80537 and 285 E. 3rd Street, Downtown Loveland, CO 80538 respectively. Movie-goers can experience their favorite animated hits on the big-screen with family and friends for just $2 per ticket, and no booking fee for online and mobile purchases.
Clearview Library District Announces Summer Adventure Program: Adventure Begins at Your Library
Windsor, CO — The Clearview Library District is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Summer Adventure Program, themed “Adventure Begins at Your Library.”. The program is designed to provide engaging experiences throughout the summer months, fostering the joy of reading and lifelong learning for all...
Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder, Kidnapping, Animal Cruelty
A Denver man has been charged for trying to run over a deputy, then causing a crash that injured vehicle passengers and killed a dog. Just after midnight on May 18, 2024, a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy was near Interstate 25 and Highway 56 in Berthoud and saw a vehicle with no license plates. He initiated a traffic stop, but the driver of the gray sedan eluded law enforcement, driving west on Highway 56 at speeds exceeding 100 mph.
Co Community Mental Health Centers Struggle With Medicaid Drop
It’s been about a year since the official end of the COVID public health emergency – which has led to a significant drop in Medicaid enrollments and a rise in uninsured individuals in Colorado. This poses challenges for community mental health centers, like the Jefferson Center for Mental Health, where the rate of Medicaid enrollee decline has surpassed earlier predictions. It has remained below pre-pandemic levels since January.
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