Jul 28 2025
Health officials with the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment have confirmed the first reported case of West Nile virus in the county this year. The individual resides in Fort Collins, and is currently recovering. Earlier this week, the Health Department reported an increased risk of West Nile virus based on local mosquito trap …
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Jul 28 2025
The city of Aurora is proud to launch “Together, We Keep Aurora Beautiful,” a campaign to inspire pride and enhance the beauty of Aurora’s neighborhoods through collaborative and community-led efforts. This effort supports Aurora’s strategic plan, connecting and engaging the community in activities that support a clean and safe community where residents and businesses can …
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Jul 28 2025
We all know that clean air is critical to human health and all other life on our planet. Colorado’s front range can have some of the worst air quality in the country, and poor air quality affects all of us in Boulder. Whether from ground-level ozone or wildfire smoke, it can pose serious health risks, …
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Jul 28 2025
Savor outdoor entertainment every Thursday night at the City of Greeley’s Family FunPlex outdoor amphitheater, located at 1501 65th Avenue. Beginning on June 19 through August 7, this annual family-friendly concert series is a crowd pleaser. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic, spread out a blanket, set up a lawn chair and relax during …
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Jul 28 2025
Interestingly this month, a mountain lion (aka cougar, puma, or panther) that bit a 4-year-old child on a popular trail at Olympic National Park in Washington was euthanized. Apparently, the child was treated at a Seattle hospital and released the following day. The child had been walking with family members at the national park, when …
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Jul 21 2025
Nearly 58 million older Americans are 65 and older, with projections estimating that the population of older adults will grow to 88.8 million in 2060. On average, a 65-year-old can expect to live another 18.9 years. For most of us, good health ensures independence, security, and productivity as we age. Yet millions of older adults …
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Jul 21 2025
During the summer, temperatures in the Denver metro area and surrounding counties are expected to reach 100 degrees, with some areas on the eastern plains reaching much higher. Boulder County Public Health urges the community to take precautions to stay safe and avoid heat-related illnesses. Extreme heat can be dangerous for anyone, but certain groups …
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Jul 21 2025
The Town of Wellington, American Legion Wellington post 176, the Town’s Parks, Recreation, Open Spaces, and Trails Advisory Board (PROST), and Friends of Wellington are stepping up efforts to raise money for the Veterans Garden project. Veterans Garden is a tribute to local residents who served in the armed forces that’s planned for the east …
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Jul 21 2025
Celebrate art, crafts, music and food at one of northern Colorado’s favorite summer traditions. The 46th Greeley Arts Picnic will be Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27 at Lincoln Park in downtown Greeley. This family-friendly event transforms the park into a bustling outdoor arts festival. With more than 150 artisan booths visitors will find …
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Jul 21 2025
Are you over the age of 60? If so, you are part of the fastest-growing population in Douglas County, and we know you want to remain in the community you know and love. That’s why your Board of Douglas County Commissioners has invested $1.5 million into solutions that address service gaps identified during dozens of …
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Jul 15 2025
The Windsor Community Playhouse presents western entertainers Vic Anderson & Ray Delgado on July 20 at 2 pm. Returning to the Playhouse after many years of performances, both entertainers provide an outstanding performance at their Cowyboy Summer roundup. Vic Anderson is a Western/ Cowboy Entertainer, singer/ songwriter, humorist, columnist and author. Raised in Montana, he …
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Jul 15 2025
Lakewood is one of a select group of cities internationally that has been recognized for its work on sustainability, climate change, resiliency, and environmental transparency, demonstrating that local leadership drives climate innovation, infrastructure investment and economic opportunity. Named to the 2024 CDP A list for the fourth time overall and second year in a row, …
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