Due to heavy rain and high water levels, River Bluffs Open Space, Viestenz-Smith Mountain Park, Forks Park, and Sleepy Hollow Park have all been closed until further notice.
Check the COTREX app for current status and Know Before You Go!
Posted: Mon Jun 12, 2023 - 4:08pm
Department: Natural Resources
On June 6th, 2023, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a death at the Jack Christiansen Track Parking Lot on the CSU campus to investigate the death of a 19-year-old male found deceased in his parked vehicle.
The decedent is identified as Colton KAASE of Brenham, Texas.
A full forensic autopsy was completed…
Posted: Thu Jun 8, 2023 - 11:16am
Department: Coroner
Update: Robert was located in Glenwood Springs and is SAFE. No injuries, and he’ll be reunited with his family soon. Thank you to all who spread the word!
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The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing at-risk Loveland man with memory impairment issues.
Robert Meredith, 81, was last seen leaving…
Posted: Wed Jun 7, 2023 - 3:00pm
Department: Sheriff
A Larimer County Jail inmate has died after attempting suicide and spending a week in the hospital.
On May 25, 2023 at 10:37 a.m., a Larimer County Jail deputy was conducting routine inmate status checks and discovered an unresponsive man in his cell. Additional deputies and jail medical staff responded and provided first…
Posted: Fri Jun 2, 2023 - 3:44pm
Department: Sheriff
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…
Posted: Fri Jun 2, 2023 - 3:40pm
Department: Coroner
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…
Posted: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 11:48am
Department: BOCC
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…
Posted: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 10:54am
Department: BOCC
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…
Posted: Thu Jun 1, 2023 - 7:24am
Department: Behavioral Health
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…
Posted: Tue May 30, 2023 - 11:02am
Department: Natural Resources
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…
Posted: Fri May 26, 2023 - 10:56am
Department: Community Justice Alternatives
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…
Posted: Thu May 25, 2023 - 9:39am
Department: Natural Resources
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…
Posted: Wed May 24, 2023 - 3:49pm
Department: Health
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…
Posted: Mon May 22, 2023 - 3:57pm
Department: BOCC
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…
Posted: Mon May 22, 2023 - 11:59am
Department: BOCC
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…
Posted: Wed May 17, 2023 - 9:50am
Department: Human Services
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…
Posted: Tue May 16, 2023 - 3:05pm
Department: Budget
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…
Posted: Tue May 16, 2023 - 9:05am
Department: Natural Resources
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…
Posted: Wed May 10, 2023 - 10:58am
Department: BOCC
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 following aspects of…
Posted: Fri May 5, 2023 - 9:34am
Department: Emergency Management
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…
Posted: Thu May 4, 2023 - 12:44pm
Department: Health
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…
Posted: Thu May 4, 2023 - 9:30am
Department: Sheriff
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…
Posted: Wed May 3, 2023 - 6:28pm
Department: Natural Resources
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,…
Posted: Tue May 2, 2023 - 2:17pm
Department: Human Services
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…
Posted: Tue May 2, 2023 - 11:11am
Department: Behavioral Health
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…
Posted: Mon May 1, 2023 - 11:02am
Department: Assessor
