News across Weld County
Purplish: ‘The Great Colorado Ballot-O-Rama’ Part I
This year’s ballot is lengthy, very lengthy, and packed with thorny topics.
Colorado, Xcel to receive $250 million federal award to strengthen and improve electricity grid
The award, which will take months to finalize, will help complete a massive, $1.2 billion set of investments to improve a multistate transmission “highway.”
Weld County approves $1.7B green energy project across thousands of acres of active ranchland
The Enyo Energy project will bring 2,200 acres of solar panels and 79 wind turbines to the Chalk Bluffs region
Surveys: Over 60% oppose data centers in their communities
Strong negative sentiment on data centers revealed in three separate surveys. Opposition ranges from 60% to as high as 71%. Public apprehension is driven largely by worries over energy costs (half of Americans view data centers as mostly bad for this), heavy water usage, strain…
Colorado health insurance prices poised for another big jump in 2027
Colorado health insurance prices poised for another big jump in 2027. State and federal subsidies, though, will blunt the price increases for people with lower incomes. Prices for coverage next year will increase by an average of 10% across the state and by even more for those…
Record high diesel "driving" higher costs
Diesel is at a record high nationwide and in Colorado. Its impacts with the supply chain and our wallets are immediately being felt.
What to do in Colorado this week: 3 mountain festivals and a soap box derby in Keenesburg
Plus: The Crested Butte Film Festival, the inaugural Songwriters Festival in Durango and the annual Smalltown Gathering in Salida
Splashing Pumpkins
Looking for something different this spooky season? Come make a splash at our 4th annual floating pumpkin patch!
Treat Street: A Free Trick-or-Treating Event
Step into a delightful world of costumes, candy, and community spirit at our Treat Street, a free trick-or-treating event hosted by the Brighton Recreation Center.
Ski resort industry urges lawmakers to reject daylight saving legislation that would “lock the clock”
The Sunshine Protection Act would have economic and safety impacts for ski areas and mountain towns, according to ski industry insiders and experts. Marty Lenz talked with Jason Blevins of The Colorado Sun who covered this story.
Eagle View Adult Center Craft Fair
Saturday, November 7. See the work of dozens of local artisans at Sue Corbett Active Adult Center at Eagle View’s Annual Craft Fair.
Colorado’s fall colors are on display now. Here’s where and when you can spot autumn leaves
As fall creeps in, it’s time to step out and see Colorado’s colors. Leaf peeping season is upon us, and there are spots across Northern Colorado where you can enjoy the scenery.