The Board of Larimer County Commissioners voted today to appoint a new chair of the board and chair pro tem for 2026 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…
We are thrilled to announce the official release of the Northern Colorado Labor Market Profile, a comprehensive, data-driven analysis for Larimer and Weld Counties!This quantitative study, commissioned by Larimer County Economic & Workforce Development, City of Fort Collins Economic Health, and The Fort Collins Area…
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On January 1, 2025, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to the Glen Haven Fire Station to investigate the death of a 46-year-old Female. The decedent was the victim of a fatal mountain lion attack at Crosier Mountain Trail and had been transported to the Glen Haven Fire Station for safety measures. For more…
Larimer County Treasurer & Public Trustee Irene Josey encourages property owners to sign up for eNotices, a secure and environmentally friendly way to receive property tax statements electronically. Each year, nearly 90,000 paper tax statements and more than 70,000 postcards are mailed countywide. Tax statements…
The Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) has launched the third 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 the lottery…
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This morning at approximately 3:30am, Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputies attempted to stop a suspected impaired driver in the area of Harmony and Ziegler in Fort Collins. The driver failed to stop, and began eluding deputies, driving recklessly eastbound into Weld County. A shot was fired at the pursuing deputy,…
Robert Braden Jacobs, age 21, was sentenced yesterday to 14 years in the Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to one count of attempted second-degree murder (F3), one count of aggravated retaliation against a witness or victim (F3), and one count of illegal discharge of a firearm (F5). Mr. Jacobs pled guilty on…
Investing behavioral health taxes in students’ development today builds resiliency, saves community moneyHope may have initially come to the Teen Activity Center 212 for the free snacks, but it’s community and connection that keep her coming back.The 15-year-old sits across from her mother, Amy, at a high-top table in…
Participants graduating at record rates; 93% remain in stable housing a year laterTurning east onto dusty County Road 66 in Wellington, Colorado, Jorda didn’t know what to expect of his first experience in a recovery program. What he found at Harvest Farm surprised him. “Pulling in, you’re greeted by Charlie the…
Yarrow Collective providing non-clinical alternatives for individuals unable, apprehensive to seek traditional careBrittani Moore was juggling single parenting, involvement with the criminal and child welfare systems, homelessness, and a cycle of addiction and sobriety. She described herself as a “menace” in Larimer County…
"As we work to create light for others, we naturally light our own way." - Mary Anne Radmacher
As the days grow shorter and winter settles in, it’s fitting to reflect on the light our community members shine on one another. Starting in 2026, we will begin expanding…
Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR) is actively constructing the final segment of the Poudre River Trail between south Timnath and north Windsor. To ensure public safety and to keep the project on track for completion, recreators are asked to respect all posted closures and remain out of the construction…
Larimer County’s Director of Human Services, Heather O’Hayre is the recipient of the 2025 Director of the Year Award from the Colorado Human Services Directors Association. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners also celebrated and recognized O’Hayre at their Administrative Matters meeting. CHSDA recognized her for…
In the final quarter of the year, two of our Deputy District Attorneys were honored for their outstanding prosecution of two recent cases. The first is Deputy District Attorney Brianna Bowker. She was selected as the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association Law Officer of the Year. She was chosen for her efforts in People v.…
Larimer County Office of Emergency Management coordinator Ricardo Perez is the recipient of the 2025 Brendan Unitt Community Service Award. The Board of Larimer County Commissioners celebrated Perez’s work in the community, particularly in underserved communities, finding ways to help improve their lives. In his work…
As respiratory illnesses rise across Colorado ahead of the holiday season, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LCDHE) is launching a new Respiratory Virus Data Dashboard to help residents stay informed about influenza, RSV, and COVID-19. The dashboard offers clear, reliable, and timely information…
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 Citizens Academy. This informational program will start on February 10 and run through May 5. Classes will meet from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday nights for 12 classes, and one Saturday field day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No…
On December 4, 2025, the Larimer County Coroner’s Office responded to a canal on Larimer County Road 1 in Timnath, Colorado, to investigate the death of a 20-year-old Female. The decedent was found inside her vehicle after crashing into the canal and was pronounced dead at the scene. Based on the circumstances of the scene…
Larimer County has been awarded a $9,856,000 grant for the Protecting the Gateway to the Rockies wildfire defense project. The award is provided through the Community Wildfire Defense Grant [CWDG] program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service and will fund project activities for five years.The…
Today, a jury found Asa Alan Peck, 47, of Loveland, guilty of the following charges:Murder in the 2nd Degree, a class two felonySexual Assault-Force/No Consent, a class three felonyViolation of a Protection Order, a class one misdemeanorIn August 2022, Chantell Wilkes’ body was found in the Big Thompson River in…
As winter approaches, Larimer County Department of Natural Resources (LCDNR), in partnership with the Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD), will continue to advance a multi-year, multi-phase construction project designed to improve roadways and enhance public access at Carter Lake and Horsetooth Reservoir. The…
Nearly two years since Larimer County’s behavioral health facility opened to the community, Larimer County Commissioners on Tuesday approved an amended contract with SummitStone Health Partners to continue providing mental health and substance-use care services.Making contract amendments is to be expected throughout a…
The Eighth Judicial Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been activated to investigate an officer-involved shooting.On November 16, 2025 at 2:32 a.m., a Larimer County Sheriff’s Office deputy attempted a traffic stop near Grand Market Avenue and TPC Parkway in Berthoud. The driver refused to comply and drove at high…
