Category: Weld County Latest News

Greeley City Council Adopts Resolution to End Fatal Traffic Crashes by 2045

Almost $10 million in U.S. DOT funding will kickstart the action plan. The Greeley City Council adopted a Vision Zero resolution at the January 21 meeting. The resolution aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on city streets by 2045. The city will use a $9.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s …

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Greeley Named Community of the Year by Community Playmaker

According to Community Playmaker magazine, the City of Greeley is the 2024 Community of the Year. This national platform highlights local government leaders and their innovative ideas. This award honors leadership, creativity and efforts to enhance residents’ lives. Greeley was chosen for its innovative gBETA accelerator and the Housing for All initiative. These programs help …

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Greeley Named Community of the Year by Community Playmaker

According to Community Playmaker magazine, the City of Greeley is the 2024 Community of the Year. This national platform highlights local government leaders and their innovative ideas. This award honors leadership, creativity and efforts to enhance residents’ lives. Greeley was chosen for its innovative gBETA accelerator and the Housing for All initiative. These programs help …

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Weld County 2025 Commissioner Roles Are Named!

Several important leadership roles were announced at January’s board meeting. As required by the Weld County Home Rule Charter, the board must elect a chair of the board and chair pro tem at the start of their first annual meeting each year. The board elected Perry Buck to serve as the chair for 2025 and …

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Weld County Recognizes County Employees

Smiles, applause and a few tears embodied the appreciation shown to longtime Weld County employees at Monday’s board meeting, where the board of commissioners recognized individuals across various departments who’ve served the county for 10, 20 and 30 years. “The dedication we have here at Weld County from our team is second to none,” said …

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Just Having Fun!

The Professionals For Seniors folks wrapped up 2024 with a gathering hosted by the Northern Colorado Rehabilitation Hospital in Johnstown. The host went out of their way to provide a warm and friendly welcome. The chef prepared an impressive, creative and quite a delicious buffet for the guests to enjoy. Refreshments were donated by The …

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Meg A Hit

At Windsor Community Playhouse The playhouse recently finished a highly successful run of Joe Simonelli’s “A Christmas Tail.” Certainly in keeping with the Christmas 2024 Season. Christmas Tail the heart warming story of a mystical cat, a little girl, and some holiday magic that occurs in a small butcher shop one Christmas Eve. When struggling …

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New Community Relations Director at Windsong in Greeley

Emily Larson is not a Colorado Native. However, she has been calling Colorado home for the last 13 years. Eight going on nine of those years in Northern Colorado. Emily graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor’s in Communications. While attending CSU, she met her amazing husband, Jordan. In their free time they love …

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Assisted Living Locators NoCo

For more than a span of 30 years, Maureen Walker has specialized in many areas of Senior Living options. She began her career as an Executive Director and Regional Director of Operations for a few different senior living companies. Over 6 years ago Walker joined, purchased, and is the owner of Assisted Living Locators NoCo …

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Moving Through the Darkness Together: Pledge to be Active this Winter

As the winter and holiday season approaches, we recognize that grief, stress, and mental health challenges can be especially overwhelming. Improving our physical health can positively impact mental well-being, potentially saving lives. Windsor’s Move Through the Darkness Challenge benefitting Imagine Zero of Weld County was established to inspire individuals to care for their mental wellness …

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Weld County Is Full of Museums Rich in History!

Did you know that Weld County is home to many museums? Weld County’s history is deeply rooted in the land, and several museums throughout the area explore life in the West. While some are currently closed and only open during the summer or by appointment, there are still a few that you can visit year-round! …

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Dementia Together Celebrates Annual Fall Picnic!

The fun and enjoyable picnic was hosted by DEMENTIA TOGETHER and held at TIGGES FARM (of pumpkin patch fame) in Greeley. Deedra Moats and the Gallery sponsored the main dish at the potluck, and the chili was made especially for the event by the Gallery Chef down in Lone Tree, and was driven up to …

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