On June 1st, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner's Office responded to the Medical Center of the Rockies (MCR) to investigate the death of a 43-year-old male. The decedent was transported to MCR on 05/25/2023 after he was found hanging in his cell at the Larimer County Jail.
The decedent has been identified as Ryan HARMON…
Larimer County Behavioral Health Services is now accepting applications for grants through the 2023 Impact Fund Grant Program for programs and projects that support the behavioral health of Larimer County. This year, BHS will award $2.8M in grant funding to serve the behavioral health of our community.
"As BHS enters its…
Larimer County employees leave lasting positive impressions on their co-workers and community members every day. The Ranger Brendan Unitt Community Service Award, an annual public service award that began in 2021, honors the commitment to the community that embodies the spirit of Ranger Unitt.
The Ranger Unitt Award is…
Larimer County Behavioral Health Services is now accepting applications for grants through the 2023 Impact Fund Grant Program for programs and projects that support the behavioral health of Larimer County. This year, BHS will award $2.8M in grant funding to serve the behavioral health of our community.
"As BHS enters its…
To mark Colorado Public Lands Day on May 20, Northern Colorado public land agencies encourage visitors to download and use the COTREX app prior to their outdoor adventures. This marks the first time that multiple jurisdictions, ranging from county level to federal level, have pointed to a single trails app as the verified…
Nominations are being accepted for the 45th Annual Conrad Ball Award to recognize an individual or team for their significant improvements to criminal justice in Larimer County.
The award is named after the late honorable 8th Judicial District Judge Conrad L. Ball, who made significant advancements in the criminal justice…
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources is excited to welcome back HistoriCorps, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to engaging volunteers in rehabilitating historic structures on publicly accessible lands, to Red Mountain Open Space from September 17 through October 13.
In 2004, Larimer County Department of…
The Larimer County Department of Health is alerting residents that a rabid bat was found Monday afternoon in Edora Park in Fort Collins. The bat was on the trail near the northeast parking lot. The bat was tested and results received Wednesday confirmed the bat was positive for rabies.
If you, your children, or your pets…
In response to a bomb threat, the Larimer County Loveland Campus was temporarily closed earlier today as a precautionary measure. Following a thorough investigation conducted by local law enforcement agencies, it has been determined that the bomb threat was illegitimate, and there is no imminent danger to the public or the…
While most crashes on Larimer County rural roads are still caused by road departures, road and safety improvements, and better monitoring have helped lower some of these accidents.
Distracted driving is also still a major cause of these accidents, with drivers between 20 to 29 years old involved in crashes, many of which…
Two Larimer County residents were recognized on May 11 at the Older Americans Month award ceremony for their volunteerism, positive attitude, and impact for older adults.
The two awards, Outstanding Senior Volunteer and Outstanding Family Caregiver, were awarded by the Larimer County Office on Aging. The annual awards are…
Larimer County implemented a grant program using State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds with the purpose of getting resources into the community to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Immediate Needs Grant program awarded more than $3 million to more than 50 organizations throughout the County. Non-profit and…
The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources in partnership with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, Poudre Fire Authority, and the City of Loveland encourage caution as boaters, paddlers, and anglers approach the water for recreation this spring. Colorado recorded…
Evie is out and about on the road bringing library services, books, and much more to Larimer County but doesn’t use any fossil fuel.
At their regular Administrative Matters meeting, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners previewed the Poudre River Public Library District’s new mobile library, Evie, Colorado’s first all…
The Larimer County Office of Emergency Management has updated the Larimer County Emergency Preparedness Guide which is now available online.
The Emergency Preparedness Guide provides information on how to be ready for emergencies and education on hazards in Larimer County. The guide expands on the…
The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) has confirmed that a bat in Larimer County has tested positive for rabies. This is the first rabid bat found in Larimer County this year. The bat possibly interacted with two dogs in a backyard near the 400 block of Whedbee Street in Fort Collins. The dogs…
The Northern Colorado Drug Task Force has arrested five people in connection with a fentanyl distribution operation.
On April 27, 2023, the NCDTF served search warrants at three locations in the Loveland area with the assistance of the Loveland Police SWAT team, Loveland Police Street Crimes Unit, Larimer County Regional…
Hermit Park Open Space will be closed to day-use and trailhead access Monday, May 22, through Wednesday, May 24, 2023, to allow crews to safely perform road work throughout the open space. Campers with existing reservations will be able to access the campgrounds and stay as planned.
As always, Know Before You Go and visit…
On April 26, the Office on Aging Advisory Council hosted the 2023 Resource Connections for Seniors & Caregivers forum in Loveland. Dozens of attendees were welcomed by County Commissioner Jody Shadduck-McNally and Loveland Mayor Jacki Marsh. Panelists representing the Loveland Housing Authority, Housing Catalyst,…
Founded in 2020, Abundance Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving individuals in recovery from addiction. Their aim is to support people during their transition from a treatment center, detox facility, jail, prison, or homeless shelter while they try to put the life pieces back together.
The Abundance…
Low mortgage rates coupled with a strong, resilient economy during 2021 and 2022 have dramatically raised property values in Larimer County.
The Larimer County Assessor’s Office will mail over 162,000 Notices of Value, or NOVs, to Larimer County Property owners on May 1, 2023 by U.S. Postal Service Mail.
Larimer County…
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a non-injury shooting that occurred on The Ranch Events Complex property.
On April 29, 2023 around 11:45 p.m., the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office received a report of gunshots outside of the Budweiser Events Center in Loveland. Deputies responded to the area where the…
A suspect has been arrested for selling illicit drugs that killed a Larimer County woman.
On November 11, 2022, deputies responded to a call in the 5900 block of Palmer Court in unincorporated Larimer County/Fort Collins. An adult female was found deceased in her home by a relative. Crime scene investigators found no sign…
On Friday, April 21, 2023, Shield616 presented 50 Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Deputies with rifle-rated armor that has been generously donated by several members of our community. In total, the donation will protect 126 deputies who will receive the rifle armor that has been manufactured by a local Fort Collins company…
Two planned management actions to improve operational sustainability at Horsetooth Mountain Open Space (HTMOS) are complete with installation of an automatic gate at the main HTMOS trailhead, located at 6550 W. County Rd. 38E, and digitizing the open space’s backcountry campsite reservation method.
The gate facilitates a…
