Congratulations to the Wiggins High School class of 2021!
Congratulations to the Brush High School class of 2021!
Congratulations to the Weld Central Class of 2021!
Congratulations to the Weldon Valley Class of 2021!
At the Broadmoor World Arena, the top-seeded Tigers won in three sets against No.3 Sedgwick County, another team seeking its first title, in the Class 2A state championship match.
United Power announced its second electric vehicle charging station is now operational and available for public use.
Aims Community College will offer free tuition opportunities this summer semester for residents who live within the Aims tax district. The College is offering free tuition to help the community recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
"It is our opportunity to help craft the direction we want to go in our future. I am looking forward to growing a robust grassroots effort to benefit Morgan County Rural Electric Association for years to come."
On the evening of May 6th, Destination Ministries, joined by the Community United Methodist Church, held a celebration of the National Day of Prayer at Schey Park in Keenesburg.
Dave Kisker "follows the science" behind some of the recent politics and the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Northern Water Municipal Subdistrict has voted to approve a settlement of a federal lawsuit over Chimney Hollow Reservoir.
The Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Board is pleased to announce that the Board has named Natalie Cummings as President and CEO of the organization effective June 1, 2021.
Spreading the healing legacy and the impact of the Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica Wall, The Wall That Heals, and Mobile Education Center will be coming to Brighton Sept. 2 - 5, 2021. The Wall will be located at Carmichael Park (650 Southern St.) and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. In order to make this event a success, the City of Brighton is seeking approximately 150-200 volunteers.
For the second year in a row, Brighton Youth Commissioner Giana Rocha has been appointed as a youth representative of the National League of Cities (NLC) 2021 Council on Youth, Education and Families. This council guides and oversees the work of NLC’s Institute for Youth, Education and Families.
United Power Announces Mark Gabriel as CEO
While it is highly doubtful that Weld County will ultimately leave Colorado and become a part of Wyoming as recently proposed by a citizens group called “Weld County Wyoming,” the motivation behind the proposal is understandable.
Legislators Push Bill to Keep County Commissioners Off Boards of Health; Override Home-Rule Charters
As the the long-delayed 2021 Colorado legislative session gets underway, legislators are proposing to ban county commissioners from serving on county boards of health.
Every winter, an average of six people are killed in Colorado due to an avalanche. This season—which is far from over—ten have been killed by avalanches in the state so far, including the two who died over Valentine’s Day weekend near Vail. Avalanches are particularly bad in Colorado this year because the snowpack is weaker than it’s been in almost a decade, due to a snowstorm we got in October that hasn’t bonded well with other layers on top of it.
In winter, people use various ways to keep their homes warm. According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), heating equipment is the leading cause of fires in U.S. homes and nearly half of all home heating fires occur in December, January, and February. The Colorado Office of Consumer Counsel (OCC) is offering Coloradans these safety tips when using furnaces, space heaters, and fireplaces, to heat their homes
On Thursday, January 21st, 2021. Aims Community College held a Beam Signing event for the new Welcome Center. A brisk day, where the hot chocolate was a big hit. The beam was signed by VIP’s, staff, students and faculty. The beam will ultimately be placed near the top of the three-story Welcome Center.
A new Welcome Center is under construction at Aims Community College. The building, expected to open in December 2021, will house Student Services, an auditorium and offer spaces for student collaboration and community gatherings.
Approved by the college’s Board of Trustees in August 2018, the 106,000-square-foot facility is being built on the Greeley Campus. The entirety of the project is being paid for with reserve and operating budgets with no additional cost to taxpayers.
Dave Kisker offers his thoughts on how the local government is handling the COVID-19 pandemic, and what can be done to improve the situation.
Can't find the perfect gift for your loved ones? Try a fresh, beautiful and unique arrangement from Edwards Flowerland this holiday season! Find them in Fort Morgan, CO or online at https://www.edwardsflowerland.com/
Take this coupon and make way for a perfect holiday! Check out Edwards Market in Fort Morgan, CO or find them online at https://www.edwardsmarket.com/
There is a popular saying that states “giving is better than receiving”. While Colorado Gives Day has passed, there are still opportunities to support some very special nonprofit organizations that provide much needed services in northeast Colorado.
With bright twinkling lights calling attention to a Christmas message to a giant mascot waiving at passing traffic, several Fort Morgan area businesses and organizations are carrying on a holiday tradition in downtown Fort Morgan this month.
Instead of a “bah humbug” outlook or sense of boredom take over, consider these tips by Kayla Rutledge of SignUp Genius supported with suggestions and local recommendations from Sandy Engle, Executive Director of the Fort Morgan Area Chamber of Commerce.
Regardless of how you would like to receive the information, when you are looking for straightforward, research-based, usable information, make your first stop CSU Extension. You won’t need to go any further.
The 2021 "A Healthier Weigh" challenge is set to begin in Morgan County in early January. This challenge encourages increasing activity, making wise food choices, and living a healthier lifestyle in 2021. The annual 12-week Health and Fitness Challenge will take on a theme of Make 2021 Your Healthiest Year! Surely this year we have all learned the importance of improving and maintaining our health; and this program is designed to help you focus on your health.
Overall, when looking for a good source of protein, eggs are always a good option.
The Josephson Institute of Ethics has developed a curriculum which identifies six core values which may help to better describe the value of youth livestock projects. This curriculum also presents the idea that people develop and strengthen character by practicing certain behaviors just as muscles are built through exercise.
Crop Nutrient Management: A way to lower the production cost associated with commercial fertilizers.
Stop in to 21st Century Equipment LLC in Fort Morgan, CO or visit them online at https://www.21stcenturyequipment.net/locations/fortmorgan-co
Come visit Ron's Equipment Co., Inc at their new location in Keenesburg, CO or online at https://ronsequipment.com/
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Sometimes servings others is the best way to spend Thanksgiving! We will surely be there again next year! Same time, same place!
Washington, D.C. – Today (December 8, 2020) U.S. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) delivered his farewell address on the U.S. Senate Floor.
‘For six years, Coloradans have been represented by this remarkable person, who lives and works with relentless focus and infectious joy. Globe-trotting diplomacy. A thick stack of signature bills signed into law. And generational accomplishments that were only possible because he was here.’
President Trump’s decisive election victory in my home state of Florida offers an important lesson for Republicans nationwide: If we show voters that Republicans are the party of working-class Americans, a party that reaches out to people of all races and creeds, and a party that fights for …
The effort by the City of Fort Lupton and the Citizen’s Advisory committee was impressive. The broad support, across all levels of the community was apparent. Hats off to an effort that shows we can work together to make our community a better place to live, remembering those who have served and those that continue to serve. A job well done by the Committee and all the people of Fort Lupton.
A big thanks to those who made the Field of Honor Opening Ceremony such a success!
The American Legion Post 180 Auxiliary Juniors are hosting a Veteran's Day Dinner on November 14th from 6-8pm. All veterans eat free; family and friends eat for just $12.00! Takeout is available upon request. Please RSVP at (303)-506-7034 and help them honor our veterans!
The Keenesburg Church of Christ will be hosting a coat and blanket drive on Saturday, November 14th from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Any donations of new or gently used coats, blankets, hats or gloves would be gladly welcomed!
Ron’s Equipment Company Inc. (Ron’s Equipment), an equipment dealer servicing Colorado and Wyoming, has agreed to acquire Prospect Implement effective November 1, 2020. The new location expands Ron’s Equipment’s service offering to a second location, making them better equipped to provide the region’s agriculture industry with an exceptional line of equipment and product support.
A good friend likes to say that “when someone shows you who they are, believe them…” Perhaps this is just a more personal way to observe that “actions speak louder than words”. But, in either case, this principle should be part of how we decide to cast our votes, not only in this election, but always.
Your list of Morgan County candidates for the 2020 election.
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I am endorsing Mike Welch for Weld County Commissioner for District 3 as a person who will stand up for the citizens of District 3. We need leadership, not a follower of the crowd. I remind you that your vote is important. Use it.
