‘Community News’ Archives
Estes Park Rock Case
On June 17, 2010, a seventeen-year-old girl was tragically killed when she was struck by a falling rock while visiting Estes Park, Colorado with her church group. The Estes Park Police Department did an extensive investigation into the facts and circumstances leading to the teenager’s death. On October 26, 2010, as a result of the investigation, the People filed a delinquency petition against a fifteen-year-old male alleging that he had recklessly caused the death of another by ... Full Story
BHS Show Choir Showcase
By Thomas N. Music warms the cold January night as the Berthoud High Show Choir put on a show that will not be soon forgotten. It was not only the Berthoud High School Show Choir, The Bridge-Between which took the stage; they were joined by the Turner Middle School Fire Choir and the Mead Middle School Growl Choral. The show is opened by The Kids in Red, a group of students in the 3rd through 6th grade that volunteer to be trained by The Bridge-Between show choir for this performance. The ... Full Story
Can Berthoud bring back the Quilt Show?
The Berthoud MainStreet Program, the Berthoud Area Chamber of Commerce and members of the former Berthoud Outdoor Quilt Show are looking into the possibilities of reviving this historical Berthoud community event. However, a Volunteer Coordinator is needed to start the program along with 10 dedicated volunteers to handle publicity (brochures, website, flyers, etc.), a Secretary/Treasurer and a Committee Chair. Can you help? Reply online on the Berthoud Chamber website ... Full Story
The Last Bulls-Eye
This is the final chapter of the Bull's-eye and I struggled with how to close it out. Let me start by saying it has been my honor and privilege to serve the citizens of Larimer County for twenty-five years, the past twelve as your sheriff. As an agency we have faced many challenges. We faced each of them head on and became a stronger and better department because of them. We've made mistakes but we've admitted them and taken steps to ensure we don't make the same mistakes again. ... Full Story
Home Buyer Education Classes
Neighbor to Neighbor Offers Free Home Buyer Education Classes Qualifying Buyers for Down Payment Assistance Fort Collins – Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N), a Larimer County non-profit that helps families achieve homeownership, offers free monthly certified home buyer education courses to meet the growing demand for consumer education – providing smart advice for home buyers before they purchase a home. Attendees who complete N2N’s one-session class leave as educated, savvy consumers ... Full Story
Greeley accepting applications for vacant council
Application Process Announced for Vacant At-Large Council Seat Attachment: Council At-Large Vacancy Application Greeley City Councilmember Maria Secrest has resigned her at-large Council position and accepted a position with Representative Cory Gardner’s new Greeley office. According to Colorado law, there are two options for selecting a replacement on the City Council: 1) an application, interview and appointment process or 2) a special election. The Council has chosen to use the ... Full Story
Mark Udall’s Statement on the Shooting of Rep.
Mark Udall issued the following statement after Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, members of her staff, and several others were attacked by a gunman during a public event at a grocery store in Tucson, AZ: “This is a sad day for our country. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and the other victims of today's senseless shootings. “Congresswoman Giffords is a brilliant and dedicated public servant who works tirelessly for the people of her district. I'm ... Full Story
Official 2011 Valentine unveiled
2011 Official Loveland Valentine Cachet By Sharlynn Wamsley The 2011 Official Loveland Valentine Card and Cachet were unveiled by the Loveland Chamber of Commerce president, Brian Willms on 5 Jan. at a gathering to introduce the winning contributors and their work – the words and art for this year’s Loveland Valentine. Local Loveland artists include Brenda Crow who designed the card, using the Mariana Butte – one of her favorite views – to make the tie to Loveland. ... Full Story
New Berthoud Chamber officers announced
It is my pleasure to announce the new slate of officers that have been elected to the Berthoud Area Chamber of Commerce 2011 Board of Directors! The Annual Installation “Snow-Ball” Dinner will take place on January 22, 2011 at the gorgeous Brookside Gardens Event Center, Catered by marvelous Chef Mark Chaffe, Berthoud Inn & Events, and will be held from 6pm to midnight for Cocktails, Dinner, Awards, Installation of Officers Program, and Dancing to Big Band Sounds. Tickets are $55 per ... Full Story
It’s almost Girl Scout Cookie Time
Every Cookie Has a Mission: To Help Girls Do Great Things Girl Scout Cookie time starts Friday, Jan. 7. Not only can a box of Girl Scout Cookies satisfy your sweet tooth, but every Girl Scout Cookie purchase helps Girl Scouts in Colorado do great things. When Girl Scouts participate in the annual cookie sale, they are part of the largest girl-led business in the country that generates more than $700 million for girls in communities nationwide. In fact, last year in Colorado, girls ... Full Story
