TwitPic User: @TyCBS4 More Evacuations Ordered as Hewlett Fire Spreads
The Hewlett Fire northwest of Fort Collins continues to spread and more evacuations have been ordered this afternoon.
The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has issued a mandatory evacuation order for 65 homes in the area of Bonner Springs Ranch Road, Deer Valley Road, Obenchain Road, Ingleside Road, and 15 homes on Highway 14 from the Greyrock Trailhead to the North Poudre diversion dam (approx. mile markers 113 to 115). All residents are asked to evacuate immediately.
Beano, 99.9 The Point Kodak Moving New York Work to Windsor Location
Eastman Kodak Co. said it will close down one of it’s operations in Rochester and move that work to Windsor, Colorado. Part of the Rochester photography division will cease operations in New York and that work will be moved to Kodak’s location in Windsor.
Google Maps Firefighters Begin to Get Some Containment on the Hewlett Fire West of Fort Collins
Firefighters are gaining some control of the Hewlett Fire burning about 20 miles northwest of Fort Collins in Poudre Canyon. The fire is estimated to be about 400 acres and has burned open timber, brush and grass. Fire crews are making some progress on the south and southeast sides of the fire.
Animal House Rescue & Grooming Dog Stolen From Animal House Rescue in Fort Collins Found
Yesterday, we reported that “Titan,” a dog from Animal House Rescue in Fort Collins had been stolen over the weekend. Good news! According to Animal House Rescue’s Facebook page, Titan has been found today.
David Reber's Hammer Photography, Flickr Consumers Buying More Dark Meat Chicken [POLL]
Do you opt for the healthier white meat of chicken breasts or do you indulge in the fattier, richer, juicier, dark meat chicken? A new trend indicates that many are still opting for the healthier white meat when it comes to chicken, but sales are indicating more consumers are buying the dark meat.
Animal House Rescue & Grooming Dog Stolen From Animal House Rescue in Fort Collins Over the Weekend
A man walked off with a dog that belonged to Animal House Rescue and Grooming in Fort Collins on Sunday afternoon.
Animal House is offering a reward for “Titan.” Have you seen him?
Todd Harding, K99 Hewlett Fire Burning West of Fort Collins in Poudre Canyon
There is a fire burning tin Poudre Canyon west of Fort Collins, it started about 1 p.m. Monday afternoon. The Hewlett Fire is estimated to be about 150-200 acres and is located northeast of Hewlett Gulch Trailhead, north of Highway 14 in the Poudre Canyon. Smoke is visible in and around Fort Collins, Loveland and Wellington.
Charleston's The Digital, Flickr Finding an Apartment in Fort Collins and Loveland Is Getting Tougher, Rent Is Up
If you’re searching for an apartment in Fort Collins or Loveland, you may have noticed finding a place is no easy task. Maybe it’s because this is such a great place to live, maybe it’s the economy, whatever it is, it’s getting tough to find an apartment in Fort Collins and Loveland. The rental market in Fort Collins and Loveland is tightening up and rent is more expensive.
MelvinSchlubman, Flickr Top 5 Ways to Enjoy the Summer Weather in Fort Collins
They say we have over 300 days of sunshine in Colorado. So what are the best ways to enjoy the sunshine and the summer weather in Fort Collins? From a swim to a bike ride to a stroll around Old Town, here are a few ideas.
sun dazed, Flickr Whooping Cough Breaks Out at a Greeley Middle School
School officials have notified parents of students at University Middle School in Greeley as seven confirmed cases of whooping cough have been reported. The seven confirmed cases include at least one faculty member at the school.
Rainer Ebert, Flickr CSU Faculty and Staff Getting Raises, Tuition Going Up 9 Percent [POLL]
Colorado State University‘s Board of Governors approved the 2012-2013 budget that includes a salary increase for faculty and staff, the first pay increase in four years. The budget that was approved also includes an increase of tuition for next year. Tuition will go up 9-percent for undergraduates.
James Jordan, Flickr City of Greeley Significantly Increasing Mosquito Control This Year [POLL]
There might be less mosquitoes in Greeley this summer! The City of Greeley is increasing it’s mosquito control this year, to the tune of $50,000! In past years the city has only spent about $1,000 a season controlling the buzzing biters. According to city officials, Greeley was spending far less on mosquito control in past years compared to surrounding cities and towns like Loveland, Windsor and Dacono.
