Jacob Laxen is Townsquare Media’s Northern Colorado Digital Managing Editor. The Minnesota native moved to Northern Colorado in 2016 and plans to stay because the snow melts here. Laxen loves multi-course dining at Chimney Park, Cafe Vino and Simmer. He’s a beer geek who especially enjoys Odell, New Belgium and Funkwerks. While the former USA Today reporter has a face for radio, he works behind the scenes managing websites, social media and working on major projects.
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Snow Shutting Down School in Northern Colorado on Monday
Most of the closures extend to remote classes as well as in-person.
Fort Collins Area Could See Negative Temps, More Snow on Monday
Fort Collins hasn't seen negative temperatures since it dipped to -5 degrees on Feb. 5, 2020.
Cameron Peak, East Troublesome Fires Covering Over 400,000 Combined Acres
Colorado's two largest fires ever currently burn less about 10 miles apart over Northern Colorado land.
2 People Reported Dead in East Troublesome Fire
86-year-old Lyle Hileman and 84-year-old Marilyn Hileman had refused to evacuate the fires.
Larimer County Imposes More COVID Restrictions With Friday Order
The order makes a number of changes for residents and businesses.
Firehouse Subs Collecting Cameron Peak Firefighter Signs of Support
Firehouse Subs locations in Fort Collins and Loveland will host sign drop-off sites that will be placed on the routes of the firefighters heading to and from the front lines.
Colorado’s 3 Largest Fires Ever Have Come in 2020
Drought conditions throughout the state have allowed fires to spread like, well, wildfires.
Rocky Mountain National Park Closed Due To Fires
Rocky Mountain National Park has announced that it is closed to all visitors on Thursday (Oct. 22) in a press release.
Larimer County Warns It May Re-impose Stronger COVID Restrictions
If there isn't a quick improvement, Larimer County would have to move back to Safer At Home, level 2 restrictions.
Can You Answer These 10 Fort Collins Area Jeopardy! Questions?
Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test — can you answer these 10 questions that have aired on the NBC Game show?
CSU, New Mexico Football Game Canceled
The University of New Mexico team is unable to participate because of a COVID-19 outbreak.
Roosevelt, Resurrection Christian Football Teams Now Ranked No. 1
A pair of Northern Colorado high schools took over the top ranking spots in two different Colorado High School Association classes this week.