Opinion: Fort Collins tried a new kind of democracy — and it worked
Across the country, Americans increasingly agree on at least one thing: our democracy isn’t delivering for ordinary people. Trust is collapsing, polarization is deepening, and too many public decisions seem driven by insiders or organized interests — not by the people themselves. This moment demands new approaches....
Causes of Weld County oil and gas well blowout identified: Chevron
Chevron has identified the factors that caused a days-long oil and gas release in Weld County in April.
Fort Collins-area restaurant inspections: 2 require reinspection
The Larimer County and Weld County health departments have a three-tiered health inspection rating, with rankings of pass, reinspection required or closed. Establishments with violations of 0-49 points pass; those with 50-109 points require reinspection; and any with more than 110 points face closure. This report is...
Fort Collins’ Dreams of Aldi Dashed As Another Boutique Grocer Buys Space
While Colorado would love to get its first Aldi location, it looks like they won't be coming to Fort Collins as predicted in early 2025. A Colorado-based grocery chain has officially purchased a building for their second store in Fort Collins. Natural Grocers/Vitamin Cottage Coming to Midtown Fort Collins, Colorado.
Estes Park Police Department Considering Installing License Plate Recognition Cameras
The Estes Park Police Department wants to know what community members think about “Flock Safety Camera” technology and its potential use at major highway entrances/exits to Estes Park. Flock Cameras are license plate recognition cameras that help law enforcement agencies identify vehicles to support critical public...
Greeley camping ban goes into effect
A new ordinance addressing camping on public and private property went into effect in Greeley on Wednesday.
This Gilded-Age Denver Mansion Lets You Explore The Titanic Survivor’s Real-Life Victorian World
Step into the life of a Titanic survivor, a socialite, and one of Denver’s most unforgettable women—all under one ornately carved roof. The Molly Brown House Museum isn’t just a historic home—it’s a time capsule bursting with elegance, activism, and a dash of Colorado grit.
Fort Collins Coffee Shop Launches Campaign to Support Refugee and Immigrant Apprenticeships
Arboretum Coffee’s “Courageous Welcome” campaign aims to raise $19,200 on World Refugee Day to fund yearlong community-building efforts. Fort Collins, CO — June 9, 2025 — Arboretum Coffee, a Fort Collins-based nonprofit café powered by immigrant and refugee apprentices, is turning World Refugee Day into a bold day of...
4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration to Occur June 21 at Longmont’s Roosevelt Park
For a fourth consecutive year, the Longmont community will come together to celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday, June 21 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Roosevelt Park. The celebration is free to attend and will feature food merchants, live entertainment, and local vendors. Juneteenth is a national holiday that commemorates...
Hear This Denver Band’s Great Song About Stanley Hotel’s Ghost, Lucy
Colorado's The Stanley Hotel is widely-known for giving people the "heebie-jeebies," with many people having seen and experienced strange things. Such things can inspire creation, such as "The Shining," and a song by a band out of Denver. Denver Rock Band Makes Song About a Ghost at The Stanley Hotel.
