The Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted on January 28 to proclaim February 2025 as Black History Month in Larimer County to honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Black people to our nation, state, and county. “This is an opportunity to acknowledge some of the pain and suffering that has taken place…
Michael Lee Hester was sentenced today to three years of supervised probation, 24 days in jail, 240 hours of community service, and ordered to pay the full amount of $27,691, after pleading guilty to three counts of aggravated animal cruelty, a class four felony, and three counts of agriculture animal theft, a class four…
Janine Ledingham has joined Larimer County as the new Associate Director of Economic and Workforce Development.Ledingham brings over 15 years of experience to Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development [LCEWD] driving regional economic growth across Colorado, including extensive work in public-private partnerships…
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On January 28, 2025, a man was driving near Horsetooth Reservoir when he passed a red Toyota 4Runner. After the man passed, the 4Runner accelerated, got close behind him, and briefly activated red, white, and blue emergency lights and a siren. The man continued driving, concerned that the vehicle was not a real law…
Our environment is one of the aspects that makes Larimer County such a great place to live, work and play. If you know someone or an organization that has been a great steward of our environment, nominate them for an Environmental Stewardship Award.The Board of County Commissioners and the Environmental and Science…
The Office on Aging has a variety of classes throughout the year to help caregivers. The classes can help you focus on your well-being while caring for someone else. Classes are free but registration is required. Check out the schedule below for dates and locations. Learn more about how Larimer County can support…
The Colorado County Clerks Association offers three scholarships to Larimer County high school seniors who plan to continue their education.The scholarships are offered each year by the CCCA and support graduating students planning to attend a college, junior/community college, technical institution, or university.The…
On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the Board of Larimer County Commissioners proclaimed January 20, 2025 as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Observation and Commemoration Day at the weekly Admin Matters meeting. This year, the Board created a joint proclamation with the City of Fort Collins to recognize the life and legacy of Dr.…
Larimer County Treasurer & Public Trustee Irene Josey is asking property owners in Larimer County to watch your mail next week for the delivery of your 2024 payable in 2025 property tax statement or property tax postcard.As you review your property tax statement, know that while you pay your taxes to the Treasurer’s…
Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development has taken a significant step forward in regional economic development by joining the CO|Align statewide Initiative. This collaborative effort brings together state agencies and regional organizations to create a more coordinated approach to economic growth in Colorado. The…
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Eight people have been arrested for distributing dangerous drugs in Northern Colorado and Wyoming.In April 2024, the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force (NCDTF) received information about a local drug trafficking organization led by a Johnstown man. Detectives identified Curtis Rogers as a distributor supplying…
Oscar Perez Jr. was sentenced today to 40.5 years in the Department of Corrections, after pleading guilty to one count of murder in the second degree, a class two felony, two counts of criminal attempt to commit murder in the second degree, a class three felony, and one count of menacing, a class five felony. Mr…
In late 2024, Larimer County received applications for four large utility projects through the 1041 permitting process. All four applications have now been deemed complete and ready for county review. The projects include:Platte River Power Authority addition of five natural gas aero-derivative turbines for electric…
LOVELAND - Visitors to Larimer County parks and open spaces in 2024 rated their experience as satisfactory to very satisfactory, according to the Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) “Rate Your Day” survey results announced today. The visitor satisfaction survey was conducted from June through…
On January 6, 2025, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the 600 block of West 6th Street in Loveland, Colorado, to investigate the death of a 60-year-old female who was found dead outside of her home. For more information regarding the circumstances please refer your questions to the Larimer County Sheriff’s…
A grant program for neighborhoods, community groups, and other organizations within Larimer County is available to assist with hazard mitigation and resilience.The 2025 Community Mitigation Grant Program offered through the Larimer County Office of Emergency Management, provides grants of up to $10,000 for each…
The Colorado State Legislature passed new legislation that changes the process for anyone seeking to apply for or renew their concealed handgun permit (CHP), and for verification of firearms instructors. Those changes are detailed below.House Bill 24-1174 was signed into law in 2024 and goes into effect 7/1/2025. Any CHP…
Larimer County officials elected or reelected in the Nov. 5, 2024 general election took the oath of office today at a swearing-in ceremony in the Larimer County Administrative Services Building Hearing Room.Larimer County 8th Judicial District Chief Judge Susan Blanco administered the oath of office to each elected…
LOVELAND –The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) has launched the second year of its randomized lottery for available boat slips at Horsetooth Reservoir and Carter Lake.Boat owners hoping to rent a slip at Inlet Bay Marina at Horsetooth Reservoir or Carter Lake Marina at Carter Lake Reservoir can enter…
UPDATE: The Larimer County Coroner's Office determined the cause death was accidental and manner of death was hypothermia. On the morning of January 6, 2025, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office responded to assist Loveland Police Department with a death investigation in the 600 block of West 6th Street. A woman was…
Erin Rosar, Application Support Team Lead in the Information Technology Department, is the recipient of the 2024 Ranger Brendan Unitt Community Service Award.Rosar dedicates her free time and passion to the community by volunteering with international Star Wars costuming organizations. The impact of her volunteerism is…
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted today to appoint a new chair of the board and chair pro tem for 2025 at their regular Administrative Matters meeting.The Board of Larimer County Commissioners reorganizes and votes to appoint a new chair and chair pro tem each year in January.The board voted to appoint…
UPDATE: Free test kits are no longer available for pick-up that the locations below or through the CSU Extension website. Test kits may now be ordered directly through the State of Colorado.January is Radon Action Month and the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) and Larimer County Colorado…
As 2024 draws to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our residents and business community who make our local economy thrive. To our local businesses - thank you for choosing to grow here, create jobs, and contribute to our community's vitality.To our residents - thank you for supporting local businesses…
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Today Stephen Masalta was sentenced to three years in the Department of Corrections after serving one year in the Larimer County Jail for one count of Attempted Sexual Assault on a Child (F5) and two counts of Indecent Exposure (M2). Masalta entered a guilty plea in September 2024.As a part of his agreement, once released…
