Category: Weld County Latest News

May is National Ultraviolet Awareness Month!

By Meaghan Hartman, Life Enrichment Director, Garden Square of Greeley We all have heard about the dangers Ultraviolet (UV) radiation exposure poses to our skin. We also know that to prevent sunburns we must use proper sun protection! Studies also show we should go to the same lengths to protect our eyes, as we do …

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Free Prescription Discount Cards Available To Weld County Residents

The Board of County Commissioners reminds all Weld County residents about the discount prescription drug card from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The NACo prescription discount card is free and may be used by all county residents regardless of age, income or existing health coverage. Cardholders and their family members may use the card …

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Mysterious and Hilarious Too!

The Windsor Community Playhouse is truly the place to be for very entertaining entertainment. The Annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre’s “MASQUED Murder,” written and directed by Brandy Langkamp, was one more example of entertaining entertainment at the Playhouse. With a Mardi Gras background, the story began full of intrigue, great facial expressions, laughter, excellent cast …

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UNC Opera Theatre presents Georges Bizet’s Carmen

UNC Opera Theatre is proud to present Georges Bizet’s Carmen, presented in a new edition that closely parallels its original dialogue version as it premiered at the Parisian Opéra Comique in 1875. Calvin Klein may have made the word “obsession” famous with his ads and fragrance products, but Bizet perfected the concept with his turgid …

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Senior Foundations’ Hall of Fame

The Greeley/Weld Senior Foundation hosts the annual Senior Hall of Fame Reception on Sunday, May 3 at the Greeley Downtown Recreation Center at 1 pm. Each year the Foundation recognizes seniors for their outstanding contributions and services to their communities. Nominations are accepted from the community. Photographs of the Hall of Fame honorees are displayed …

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Mom, Professor, Candy Maker…

And, author too! This all describes Deena Koessl a Mom to three children Karrick, Kenzie and Karlee. She, her husband Karrick and family have been Windsor residents since 2000 coming from Fort Collins’ western slope. Deena is nearly a Colorado native. When 3 years old, she and her folks moved to Colorado from Athens, Georgia. …

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Helping With The “Busy” Of Everyday Life

Annette Oliver, aka Annie, is a Colorado native, currently living in Windsor. She grew up in Sterling, attended Mesa State College in Grand Junction; then, moved to Arizona to be close to family. She owned a retail store specializing in rubber stamps and paper crafts. Her business administration background laid the foundation for a successful enterprise. Annie has always been the girl next door, caring for …

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2015 Arts Picnic: Call for Artists & Crafters

The Arts Picnic “Park Your Art” Committee is now accepting arts/crafts booth applications for the 2015 show held in historic Lincoln Park, downtown Greeley. The juried event, scheduled for July 25 and 26, is open to all artists (student, amateur, or professional). Completed application packets must be postmarked on or before Monday April 20, 2015. …

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UNC Opera Theatre presents Epistles: Letters in Opera

UNC Opera Theatre is proud to present a lively program of opera scenes comprised of scenes concerning correspondence as depicted in various operas. This production promises to deliver an evening of diverse and exciting entertainment: a spirited scene from Mark Adamo’s Little Women depicts the adventures of the beloved characters from Louisa May Alcott’s novel, …

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Veterans Stand Down Day

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is hosting this event to benefit homeless veterans by providing a safe environment to renew their spirit, health and sense of well-being. Veterans are served a hot meal, have access to services such as: haircuts, dental care and health care screenings, bike repairs. And, receive assistance with VA eligibility …

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Michael J. Rourke sworn in as District Attorney for 19th Judicial District

Michael J. Rourke was sworn in as 19th Judicial District Attorney by Judge Todd Taylor in Weld County District Court. Rourke was appointed district attorney on December 18, 2014 by Gov. John Hickenlooper. He has been a prosecutor since 1997, both in the 18th and 19th Judicial District Attorney’s Office. He has been with the …

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Bust the “BLAH!”

By Meaghan Hartman, Garden Square of Greeley February is National Blah Buster Month as well as National Senior Independence Month! Here are some fun ways to get the most out of your February! Stay Healthy: Consult your doctor to ensure you are doing what you can to maintain a clean bill of health. Avoid self-diagnosing …

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