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Downtown Greeley’s ‘Blarney on the Block’

Announcing the Downtown Development Authority’s 6th Annual “Blarney on the Block” St. Patrick’s Day celebration and Parade. The festivities are March 11th beginning at 2 pm on the 9th Street Plaza. The parade starts at 2:30 on 9th Ave. just west of the Tilted Kilt. Entries are welcome for businesses, clubs and organizations. Families and …

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Senior Hunger in the U.S.

By Ronald Smith, Centura Health LINKS In United States, over 4 million low-income adults over age 60 rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to stay healthy and make ends meet. However, 3 out 5 seniors who qualify for SNAP do not apply. This means that 5.3 million seniors miss out on benefits they …

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Being Grateful Makes Us Better Citizens

With Thanksgiving Day past, it is interesting to note that America is a very grateful nation. In fact, the majority of Americans are particularly thankful for their families and the freedom they have living in the U.S., according to a recent survey sponsored by the John Templeton Foundation. Meanwhile, studies by the Pew Research Center rank …

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Larimer County Honors Veterans

Last month, several organizations in Larimer County gave tribute to our veterans. Thrivent Financial and Adamson Funeral Services held their annual Veterans Family Fair and tailgate party at the Embassy Suites in Loveland. Over 400 people including veterans, their families, and exhibitors attended the event. Veteran’s Family Fair. Over 25 exhibitors showed military or veteran …

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