Nov 29 2021
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources’ (LCDNR) Discover Pack is providing community members free access to its parks and open spaces – just by visiting a local library. The community outreach program began in August 2021 with financial support from the Larimer County Board of County Commissioners. Through mid-October, 168 Larimer County library patrons have …
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Nov 22 2021
The Loveland Associated Veterans organization hosted their annual Veterans Day parade on November 11. Over 50 entries including many veterans and military organizations, local businesses, and the City of Loveland participated in the parade. The parade route was lined with local and county residents watching the parade. To see the photo album from the parade, …
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Nov 15 2021
In September, the Colorado Commission on Aging hosted their annual Centenarian Celebration. For the second year in a row, the celebration, which is usually held in a location throughout the state, was held virtually online. This event honors Centenarians throughout the state through a recognition event, a signed certificate and proclamation from the Governor and …
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Nov 08 2021
Colorado nonprofit A Little Help is looking for volunteers to help older adults with yard work at their upcoming Service Saturday! events. Service Saturdays! are designed to bring the community together in support of older adults. Individuals and groups from the community volunteer to assist older neighbors with their seasonal yard work needs, including raking …
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Nov 08 2021
In October, Steve Courts with A Little Help non-profit organization presented their monthly program on pets. Four panelists included Dr. Taylor Griffin, National Director for Pet Partners; Kate Elisha, Associate Director of Adoptions for Pawsco; Eileen Lambert, Director for Colorado Pet Pantry; & Leigh Ann Gerk, a pet loss, and grief counselor. Taylor has a …
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Nov 01 2021
The National Council for Mental Wellbeing recognizes Larimer County for its extraordinary advocacy work during Hill Day at Home, the organization’s annual advocacy event to promote bipartisan solutions for mental health and substance providers and patients. The National Council for Mental Wellbeing’s 2021 Advocacy Leadership Awards recognize individuals and organizations that have led legislative or …
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Nov 01 2021
In October, Avelo Airlines’ announced their first flight from Fort Collins / Loveland to Los Angeles represents the airline’s Northern Colorado debut. Avelo’s arrival at Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) offers Northern Colorado a more convenient and affordable alternative to Denver International Airport (DEN). One-way very low fares starting at $39 on the twice-weekly service …
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Oct 26 2021
A truckload of garden-fresh vegetables and fruit are grown every year by a very special group of gardeners improving their lives while giving back to our community. They’re people that live in our community, but you might not know them or see them since they’ve experienced some hardships and are now working hard to make …
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Oct 18 2021
The US Navy Blue Angels aerial team performed at the Northern Colorado Regional Airport in Loveland during the weekend! The national Airshow Network hosted the event with other aerial teams and parachute jumpers. Other Navy and Air Force jet aircraft were part of the show for the public over the weekend. The event was very …
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Oct 12 2021
Over 100 people gathered to celebrate their ‘blessings of liberty’ in September at the Pelican Lakes Resort & Golf Club. The multi-generational crowd came together to honor Constitution Day, the day the United States Constitution was signed on September 17, 1787, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Veterans Plaza of Northern Colorado hosted the event based upon …
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Oct 04 2021
Applications are open for City of Fort Collins residents interested in serving on the City’s 25 boards or commissions and are due Sunday, October 10 by midnight. Board and commission members advise Council on issues related to housing, the environment, transportation, planning and development, human resources, utilities, and cultural and recreational services. The Boards and …
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Oct 04 2021
I don’t know what is in the air but there are more scammers buzzing around looking for free money than there are mosquitos! Since last time, in addition to the “usual” scams we see, there have been new scams and new twists to old ones. Here is a run-down. As always, periodically check the website …
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