Double Motor Vehicle Fatality in Loveland - August 21, 2022

On August 21, 2022 the Larimer County Coroner's Office responded to a double motor vehicle fatality which occurred on Wilson Avenue south of West 57th Street in Loveland, CO.   The decedent's were identified as Stacy King, age 31, of Loveland, CO and Ricardo Soto Lara, age 20, of Longmont, CO.    Ricardo Soto Lara was transported to Medical…

Published: Fri Aug 26, 2022 - 8:42am Department: Coroner

Death at Fairgrounds Park, Loveland, CO – August 22, 2022

On August 22, 2022, Larimer County Coroner's Office responded to a death at Fairgrounds Park in Loveland. The decedent has been identified as Chantell Wilkes, age 49 of Loveland, CO. Manner of Death is Homicide and Cause of Death is under investigation. No further information will be released at this time.

Published: Thu Aug 25, 2022 - 4:23pm Department: Coroner

Human cases of West Nile virus reported in Larimer County

Larimer County, CO – This week, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) reported the first two cases of West Nile virus in Larimer County residents this season. The individuals reside in Berthoud and Fort Collins.  West Nile disease is a viral infection spread to people by bites from infected Culex mosquitoes. Symptoms can…

Published: Tue Aug 23, 2022 - 3:05pm Department: Health

Larimer County to let fire restrictions expire

On recommendation from the Larimer County Sheriff, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners at their regular Administrative Matters meeting today will allow the current fire restrictions in unincorporated Larimer County to expire on August 29, 2022, at 12:01 p.m. Because of above-normal moisture levels, and cooler temperatures, Larimer County…

Published: Tue Aug 23, 2022 - 11:00am Department: BOCC

Monkeypox vaccine available to high-risk individuals in Larimer County

The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) has a limited supply of monkeypox vaccine for high-risk individuals. High-risk individuals are currently defined as: Anyone aged 18 years and older who has had close physical contact with someone who has monkeypox in the last 14 days. Gay, bisexual, or other men who have sex with…

Published: Mon Aug 22, 2022 - 1:17pm Department: Health

Larimer County celebrates National Public Lands Day with community activities and volunteer stewardship projects

LOVELAND:  Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) invites the community to join us in September as we celebrate National Public Lands Day, all month!  With the community’s help, LCDNR has conserved over 55,000 acres of land and manages nearly 100 miles of trails, which make Larimer County extra special. To celebrate our public…

Published: Mon Aug 22, 2022 - 11:46am Department: Natural Resources

44th Judge Conrad L. Ball Award honors Lieutenant Staci Shaffer

Lieutenant Staci Shaffer with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has been selected as the 44th Judge Conrad L. Ball Award recipient. With over 27 years of experience in the criminal justice system, she has exhibited a dedication to significantly improving criminal justice in our community. Shaffer will be recognized for her accomplishments in…

Published: Fri Aug 19, 2022 - 10:28am Department: Community Justice Alternatives

District Attorney Opinion, LCSO #22-5925, FCPS #22-9442, LPD #22-5275 & TPD #22-330 --- 7/12/22

The CIRT investigation surrounding the July 12, 2022, Officer-Involved Shooting has been completed. Original Opinion Letter: District Attorney Opinion 7/12/22  

Published: Thu Aug 18, 2022 - 3:47pm Department: District Attorney

Larimer County Natural Resources dedicates Fallen Firefighter Memorial at Hermit Park Open Space

ESTES PARK: Larimer County Department of Natural Resources dedicated a Fallen Firefighter Memorial today at Hermit Park Open Space (HPOS) in Estes Park. The permanent memorial honors five aerial firefighters who lost their lives fighting Colorado wildfires. The Larimer County Board of County Commissioner Chair, Kristin Stephens and Larimer County…

Published: Wed Aug 17, 2022 - 3:09pm Department: Natural Resources

Small Grants for Community Partnering Program now open for 2023; Celebrating 25 Years of impact

With over 220 awarded community and neighborhood projects county-wide, Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) is celebrating 25 years of community impact through its Small Grants for Community Partnering (Small Grants) Program. The Small Grants Program is kicking off its 25th year and 2023 grant cycle this month with the…

Published: Mon Aug 15, 2022 - 3:42pm Department: Natural Resources

August is Child Support Awareness Month, helping children flourish

Children can thrive and grow to become healthy, productive adults when they receive the support they need from parents, caregivers, extended families, and others. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners last week at their regular Administrative Matters meeting proclaimed August as Child Support Awareness Month in Larimer County. The Larimer…

Published: Thu Aug 11, 2022 - 2:03pm Department: Human Services

Larimer County Commissioners lead groundbreaking for new 4-H, Youth, and Community Livestock Arena at the Ranch Events Complex

Long-awaited improvements to Larimer County’s The Ranch Events Complex are now underway following a groundbreaking event Sunday at the site of the 4-H, Youth, and Community Livestock Arena. The ceremony recognized the start of the construction of the new arena, which is the first major implementation of The Ranch Master Plan. The Board of…

Published: Mon Aug 8, 2022 - 11:26am Department: BOCC

Motor Vehicle Fatality in Fort Collins – July 30, 2022

On July 30, 2022, Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a death on E. Mulberry Street in Fort Collins, Colorado. The decedent has been identified as Nicholas R. Baldacci, age 31 of Fort Collins, Colorado. Manner of Death: Accident Cause of Death: Blunt Force Injuries There will be no other information released by this office.

Published: Tue Aug 2, 2022 - 1:03pm Department: Coroner

Two Loveland Deaths Ruled Homicide – July 28, 2022

On July 28, 2022, Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a death scene in the 300 block of Pavo Court, Loveland, Colorado. The decedents have been identified as Lindsay E. Daum, age 41, and Meadow L. Sinner, age 16, both of Loveland, Colorado. Forensic autopsies were performed for both decedents and both findings were determined as follows…

Published: Mon Aug 1, 2022 - 5:25pm Department: Coroner

V.A.L.E. Board Announces Availability of Grants for Those Who Served Crime Victims

               The Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement Board of the 8th Judicial District has made available a grant application for agencies or individuals who serve crime victims in Larimer and Jackson County.  Grant applications are due no later than midnight, September 1, 2022.  Award decisions will be announced in mid-October.  Funding will…

Published: Mon Aug 1, 2022 - 3:07pm Department: District Attorney

Larimer County State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Reports Now Available

Larimer County has made available on its website  two reports related to the State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund (SLFRF) that were required to be submitted by July 31, 2022.  The first report is a quarterly Project and Expenditure Report that provides information on how much of the County's $69.3 million allocation has been obligated and spent…

Published: Fri Jul 29, 2022 - 2:37pm Department: Budget

Larimer County Assessor: sign up for LETA

Property owners visiting the Larimer County Assessor’s Office online will also see a link to sign up for flash flooding, wildfire, and other emergency alerts beginning in August. The recent flash flooding prompted Larimer County Assessor Bob Overbeck to collaborate with the Larimer County Emergency Telephone Authority [LETA] and post sign-up…

Published: Fri Jul 29, 2022 - 11:05am Department: Assessor

Horsetooth Area Information Center temporary weekend closure begins August 6

Due to a temporary staff shortage, the Horsetooth Area Information Center (HAIC), 4200 W. County Road 38E,  will be closed weekends beginning  August 6-7 until further notice. The Larimer County Natural Resources Administration Office, 1800 S. County Road 31, Loveland, is open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and is available for visitors and phone call inquiries (…

Published: Thu Jul 28, 2022 - 9:51am Department: Natural Resources

Clean opinion on annual comprehensive financial report

Larimer County was again given a clean audit opinion for its 2021 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report prepared by the Larimer County Department of Finance. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners accepted the report at their regular Administrative Matters meeting. A clean opinion indicates the county has faithfully followed national…

Published: Wed Jul 27, 2022 - 11:31am Department: Finance

Larimer County behavioral health campus named

Larimer County has named the location for the new behavioral health campus and the first building on the campus. Located on the northwest corner of Taft Hill Road and Trilby Road, the campus is now called Larimer County Behavioral Health Services at Longview. Longview was selected by the Board of Larimer County Commissioners after Larimer County…

Published: Tue Jul 26, 2022 - 2:51pm Department: Behavioral Health

CDPHE Identifies Larimer County’s First Monkeypox Case

The first monkeypox case in Larimer County has been identified by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE). CDPHE is the lead agency on this investigation and is completing the contact tracing associated with this case. Larimer County Department of Health & Environment’s (LCDHE) role is to facilitate vaccination of…

Published: Tue Jul 26, 2022 - 1:35pm Department: Health

Courthouse Offices Building changes name to Larimer County Administrative Services

Hoping to make it clearer for the public, the Larimer County Courthouse Offices Building has been given a new name and will be known as Larimer County Administrative Services. Why did the name change? The new name will help make it clearer for the community to distinguish what services are located in the renamed Administrative Services Building,…

Published: Wed Jul 20, 2022 - 2:12pm Department: BOCC

First Positive West Nile Virus Mosquitoes Found in Larimer County

The first positive West Nile virus mosquitoes of the year in Larimer County have been detected. The positive mosquito pools were found in the southeast and southwest areas of Fort Collins. So far this year, no human cases of West Nile virus have been reported.   West Nile disease is a viral infection which is spread to people through bites from…

Published: Tue Jul 19, 2022 - 4:03pm Department: Health

Crystal Mountain Flash Flood - July 15, 2022

On July 15, 2022, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a flash-flood incident which resulted in the deaths of two individuals near Crystal Mountain Road in Bellevue, Colorado. The decedents have been identified as Lisa Schilling, 36, and Liliana Arguello, 12, both of Littleton, Colorado. A forensic autopsy was performed on both…

Published: Mon Jul 18, 2022 - 5:13pm Department: Coroner