Jul 14 2015
Memorial Day has been a tradition since 1868 with Americans honoring our military personnel, who have died in past conflicts across the world. Fort Collins is no different in honoring our fallen military personnel. Major Diggs Brown (retired) and Brad Hoopes have been organizing the annual Memorial Day Weekend event in Fort Collins to honor …
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Jul 10 2015
Fort Collins High School-Poudre High School 50-Year Reunion Announced. Classmates dusted off “them ol’ Chevys,” retrieved pompoms, letter jackets, to finalize plans for this fall’s combined 50-year reunion of the Fort Collins and Poudre High School Classes of 1965. The year 1964-65 was marked by war in Vietnam, Beatlemania, introduction of the Skate Board, $0.31 …
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Jun 30 2015
Cited for effective, efficient, timely and patient-centered care Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital has been ranked in the top 10 percent of inpatient rehabilitation facilities in the United States for the 9th consecutive year. The ranking was provided by the Uniform Data System for Medical Rehabilitation (UDSMR), a not-for-profit corporation that was developed with support from the …
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Jun 23 2015
The recently completed Fort Collins Senior Center Expansion project has achieved LEED Gold Certification by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). City staff presented the many sustainability items incorporated into the project on May 12 at the Senior Center, and was held in the new auditorium. On July 10, 2014 the City of Fort Collins …
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Jun 17 2015
On April 25th, Larimer County Natural Resources and volunteers worked together to spring clean and prepare areas for summer guests and visitors to recreation areas in Larimer County. Staff and over 136 Northern Colorado Comcast employees celebrated Comcast Cares Day at Pinewood Reservoir Campground to finish renovation projects before the grand re-opening. Volunteers cut over …
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Jun 12 2015
In tribute to seniors, the Larimer County Office on Aging held their annual Older American Month Awards ceremony on May 14. Ginny Riley, Director of the County’s Human Services Department, presented several awards for the senior volunteer of the year, family caregiver of the year, and a special 25 year service award. The annual senior …
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May 26 2015
The League of Women Voters of Larimer County presented a public forum on “Affordable Housing for Seniors: Facing A Crisis?” in April at the Harmony Library in Fort Collins. According to the latest demographic profile for Larimer County, Colorado’s population of 65 and older adults will increase by 166% between 2010 and 2040. By 2036, the …
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May 19 2015
All tickets are now on sale for Visit Loveland’s Rock’n Western Rendezvous – Stock, Rock and BBQ Festival, coming to The Ranch Events Complex on May 30-31. All tickets available at www.RocknWR.com, 877-544-TIXX (8499) and at Budweiser Events Center Box Office. Visit www.RocknWR.com for more information on the event. On Sunday, the world’s best BBQers …
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May 14 2015
by Brad Hoopes Marking the 70th anniversary of the end of the war, The Veterans Plaza honors WWII veterans this Memorial Day weekend. We start things off on Friday May 22nd, by planting 4085 flags – one flag for every 100 serviceman lost in the war. That evening, a children’s choir sings, 21 Gun Salute, prayer & Taps, and then showing a movie under the stars …
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May 14 2015
Nurse Next Door is proud to introduce the Dream On Seniors Wish Foundation to Colorado. Dream On has been described as the “Make a Wish” foundation for seniors. Many lucky seniors up north have already been granted wishes that were once thought out of reach and Nurse Next Door’s Dream On Foundation is hoping to …
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Apr 30 2015
by Michael Buckley Says Julian “Westy” Oliver, 10 years old and a Colorado native. Westy feels he was also born to be a cowboy singer and poet. A home educated student who really likes learning; especially all kinds of history. He enjoys riding horses, 4-H, ranch work, hiking and playing music. He practices playing music …
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Apr 22 2015
In Larimer County, the population over age 65 will grow 140% and retiree spending will almost TRIPLE over the next 20 years. The Larimer County Summit on Aging, Thursday, May 7th 2015 (8:30 am – 4:30 pm) at the Fort Collins Senior Center, will pave the way for understanding how this major demographic shift will affect …
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