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Largest solar project in Northern Colorado breaks ground in Severance
The largest solar generation project in Northern Colorado is now underway. Platte River Power Authority broke ground on the Black Hollow Solar project in Severance last week. Once complete, the project will generate enough power to serve more than 63,000 homes, Chief Strategy Officer Eddie Gutiérrez said. The project...
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...
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...
Health officials confirm more cases of avian flu in northeast Colorado
DENVER — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed four human cases of avian flu, or bird flu, in Colorado. A fifth possible case is a presumptive positive, pending confirmation by the CDC. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment said all five cases are...
Fort Collins starts hottest days of the year on average
Yes, July 16 is National Corn Fritters Day and World Snake Day, but it also marks another milestone day for those in Fort Collins. The period of July 16-27 is on average when the hottest average temperature of the year occurs in the city, according to Russ Schumacher, state climatologist and professor of...
Wellington wins lawsuit vs. Connell, which wanted to bring asphalt plant to town
A Larimer County judge ruled the Wellington Town Board was justified in denying plans for an asphalt mixing plant on the edge of town. Connell Resources Inc. filed the lawsuit in Larimer County District Court last fall, saying the town board erred when it overturned the previous decisions of the town's planning commission and board of adjustment.
Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggner Farm Park
Berthoud Recreation Center at Waggener Farm Park is the first phase of the town’s plan to make Waggener Farm Park a destination park. At 49,000 square feet, this community recreation center provides muchneeded amenities to Berthoud’s growing population in a single-story facility that features a gymnasium, a natatorium, a fitness area, a bouldering wall, an aerobics studio, and party and child watch rooms.
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?...
What Is ‘Call of Doodie Brown Ops’ in Fort Collins?
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...
Applications for Citizens Academy 2024 Now Open
The Timnath Citizens Academy and learn how your local government operates. Over the course of this seven-week program, students will delve into the Town of Timnath’s inner workings. Learn about general governance, budgeting and finance, public works, Poudre Fire Authority, parks, the Timnath Police Department, community development, and the Town Council’s role and duties. This interactive program will connect participants with town staff and your neighbors as you explore the day-to-day and long-term issues and opportunities that the Town of Timnath tackles.
GOCO awards grant to preserve 500 acres near Drake
On June 21, the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board awarded a $1,100,000 grant to the City of Loveland Open Lands and Trails to add 140 acres to the Prairie Ridge Natural Area. In addition, a $74,550 grant through Keep It Colorado to Estes Valley Land Trust (EVLT) will help permanently protect a 500-acre cattle ranch.
CO: Loveland secures funds for long-awaited transit center
The $3.9 million grant will support the second phase of the new transit center on West 37th Avenue, a development that Loveland Mayor Jacki Marsh called a "game changer." Jul. 12—Amid the gloom and doom of this week's 2025 budget talks was some good news for City of Loveland Transit (COLT). On Tuesday, the Federal Transportation Administration awarded Loveland a $3.9 million grant to complete the second phase of the new transit center on West 37th Avenue, a development that Loveland Mayor Jacki Marsh called a "game changer."
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