At Lincoln Park in Greeley on July 12 from 11:00 to 2:00 pm, local community members and leaders will join Life Stories in taking a stand against child abuse at their 2nd Annual “Save Jane” event in Weld County. Volunteers in Weld County will read the names and ages of 2,684 children who were assessed …
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Jul 04 2022
City of Greeley Appoints New Police Chief
In June, Greeley City Manager Raymond Lee announced the appointment of Adam Turk as the city’s next police chief. Turk stepped in as interim police chief last September following the retirement of his predecessor Mark Jones. Since then, Turk led the Greeley Police Department while the city conducted a nationwide search. As one of four …
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Jun 27 2022
Greeley Weld Senior Foundation Hall of Fame Awards
The Greeley Weld Senior Foundation (GWSF) presented their annual event, Hall of Fame Awards. GWSF is privileged to have as part of its mission the opportunity to select, recognize and honor volunteers who have excelled in their service to the citizens and community. A delicious breakfast buffet was served in the UNC Panorama Room. Attendees …
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Jun 20 2022
City Council Appoints New City Clerk!
At their May 3 meeting, Greeley City Council appointed Heidi Leatherwood as the City Clerk. Leatherwood, who starts May 12, comes to the City of Greeley from her last position as the town clerk for Erie, Colorado. Her decades-long career as a strategic leader in municipal government also includes positions as deputy city clerk with …
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Jun 14 2022
Greeley Reviews Four Candidates for Police Chief!
Greeley City Manager Raymond Lee is reviewing four semifinalists for Greeley’s next chief of police. The four semifinalists include Bryce Johnson, Ernest Morales III, Adam Turk, and Richard Worley. This list was compared with many other candidates since six months ago. Planning to select the city’s police chief started in January following the retirement of …
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Jun 06 2022
Centennial Village Museum Kicks Off Summer Season!
Join Centennial Village Museum for its opening weekend event, Centennial Celebration, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 28 at 1475 A Street. Explore the museum’s grounds and historical buildings, watch live demonstrations of late-1800s, early 1900s high plains living, and two special performances from the Buffalo Soldier re-enactors at 11 a.m. and …
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May 23 2022
Greeley Purchases Public Land on the Cache La Poudre River
Trust for Public Land (TPL), the City of Greeley, and the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) announce the successful acquisition of the 975-acre Shur View Property located along the Cache La Poudre River. The property includes over a third of a mile of shoreline and bluffs that overlook the river and give outstanding views of the …
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May 16 2022
Weld County AAA Celebrates Older Americans Month!
In appreciation and celebration of the growing number of older Americans who make countless contributions to our community through their strength, wisdom and experience, the Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed May in Weld County as Older Americans’ Month. “Weld County is stronger when people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are included, encouraged, and …
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May 09 2022
Greeley History Museum Main Gallery Renamed in Honor of Late Historian Peggy Ford Waldo
The City of Greeley Museums’ staff announces the renaming of the Greeley History Museum’s main gallery to the Peggy Ford Waldo Gallery in honor of the late historian. Museum staff and Ford Waldo’s family participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony at a private reception held on April 12 to formally rededicate the gallery. In the Peggy …
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May 02 2022
Eaton Community Center Resource Fair
The recently held Senior Resource Fair (60+) at the Eaton Area Community Center attracted seniors interested in gaining knowledge and information about Medicare, Home Healthcare, banking, buying & selling real estate and volunteer programs. In addition, there were other businesses, agencies and individuals offering products and services helpful to seniors. The 3rd Annual Resource Fair …
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Apr 18 2022
Greeley Purchases Nearly 1,000-Acres of Future Public Open Space
Trust for Public Land (TPL), the City of Greeley, and the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) announce the successful acquisition of the 975-acre Shur View Property located along the Cache La Poudre River. The property includes over a third of a mile of shoreline and bluffs that overlook the river and give outstanding views of the …
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Apr 11 2022
Baby Animal Days Return to Centennial Village Museum in Greeley
Centennial Village Museum opens its gates once again for Baby Animal Days, taking place 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 15-16 and 18-24 at 1475 A Street. Historically drawing more than 4,000 visitors across the region, Baby Animal Days celebrates the return of spring by welcoming the community back to the museum prior to the …
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