Jan 01 2023
The Windsor Police Department announces the creation of the Windsor K9 Unit. This unit will consist of two dogs, two handlers, and a supervisor. Officer Marshal Allen and his K9 partner Xaros, along with Officer Clara Steingart and her K9 partner Zuma will spend the next month bonding before attending the K9 academy in January. …
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Dec 26 2022
Nelle LeClerc shared with me the historical times she has lived in. Nelle recently celebrated her 100th Birthday (1922–2022). Nelle is a native Coloradoan. She was born in McClave, Colorado. She spent time in Kansas where she met her husband, John. They celebrated fifty Years together before he passed way. Nelle and John had two …
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Dec 19 2022
Be Kind to Yourself was the theme of a recent Caregiver Appreciation Day recently held in the Aims Community College Welcome Center Mountain View Ball Room. The event was well attended by Caregivers, families, friends, Sponsor representatives, vendors and other visitors wanting to learn more about Caregiving and related senior services. Area Agency on Aging …
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Dec 12 2022
North Range Behavioral Health’s Board of Directors has named Kim Collins MSEd, LPC as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer following the retirement of Larry Pottorff LCSW. “Kim is a leader who embodies the North Range values of compassion, collaboration, and customer first that make North Range a pillar in our community for mental wellness.” …
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Dec 05 2022
The Greeley Active Adult Center (AAC) found great pleasure in hosting the 2022 Veterans Recognition program and the gathering of 64 veterans, their families, friends and three AAC staff members. Breakfast was provided by Good-Sam Fox Run’s Allyson Tator, Administrator and chef Tammy. A filling and delicious breakfast it was. The program was opened by …
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Nov 28 2022
Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country. It offers an opportunity to raise awareness of caregiving issues, educate communities, and increase support for caregivers. Families are the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities in the U.S. Many …
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Nov 21 2022
For generations there has been a Christmas tradition to have a model train under the Christmas tree. In today’s economy along with the difficulty of finding model trains in standard retail stores and having limited space in homes, this tradition is getting more difficult to continue. At the Colorado Model Railroad Museum, we understand the …
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Nov 14 2022
For the second consecutive year, participants in the 14th annual America’s Farmers Market Celebration voted the Greeley Farmers’ Market “Best in Colorado.” Greeley’s market ranked 13th in the southwest region and 121st nationally. “Being selected as Colorado’s best market for a second year is truly a testament to our local vendors and the enthusiasm of …
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Nov 07 2022
Army Sgt. John Grizzell served in both the 82nd Airborne Division (“All American”) and 101st Airborne Division (“Screaming Eagles”). Airborne divisions specialize in parachute assault operations. They are able to respond to crisis contingencies anywhere in the world within 18 hours. Sgt. Grizzell served his country from 1981-1988. He and his wife live in Greeley …
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Oct 31 2022
In honor and recognition of the hundreds of residents in both nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout Weld County, the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October as Weld County Long-Term Care (LTC) Residents’ Rights Month. Through the Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (AAA), the Weld County LTC Ombudsman Program works to …
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Oct 24 2022
The Town of Windsor’s first community art piece is in progress. The Windsor Arts Commission selected local artist Chris Bates as the first-ever commissioned community artist to create a mural for the town. The mural is located on the west side of the 408 Exchange restaurant building along 408 Main Street. Bates specializes in large-scale …
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Oct 17 2022
For their professionalism, Weld County Public Safety Dispatchers Emily Schoneman, Cambrie Guerrero-Wacker, Matt Bilyeu and Communications Supervisor Ivett Avalos are the latest recipients of Lifesaver Awards. In April, Schoneman provided a caller with instructions that helped save the life of a minor who experienced a seizure and went into cardiac arrest. In May, Avalos responded …
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