Life in NOCO

Free Soil Lead Testing Offered at Greeley Farmers’ Market

Weld County is offering free soil lead testing at the Greeley Farmers’ Market on Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m. to noon at Zoe’s Café, 715 10th St. The SoilSHOP event provides instant results and expert guidance to help families assess backyard lead exposure risks. Residents can bring up to three dry soil samples from gardens or play areas in sealed bags. More information at weld.gov/go/lead. […]

Weather

Spring Snow Returns: Cold, Wind, and Winter Travel Ahead

Spring isn’t sticking around this week! Today, expect sun, wind, and critical fire weather, followed by afternoon rain and mountain snow. By Friday, winter returns with cold temps and accumulating snow, especially in the foothills and I-25 corridor. Saturday stays cloudy and cold. Highs will range from 36–48°F with overnight lows dipping into the 20s. Winter travel advisories are in effect for the mountains, with hazardous conditions extending to lower elevations. Fire weather remains a concern Thursday afternoon. Stay informed and drive safe! […]

Art & Lifestyle

Epic Love Stories Come Alive at Fort Collins Symphony Concert

The Fort Collins Symphony closes its 101st season with Tales of Star-Crossed Lovers on May 3 at the Lincoln Center. This dynamic concert features music inspired by global stories of love and loss—from Tchaikovsky to Chickasaw folklore. Don’t miss pipa virtuoso Gao Hong’s stirring performance of her award-winning work Flying Dragon. Attend in person or via livestream. Tickets and details at fcsymphony.org/discovery. […]

News

Justified Force: DA Rules in March 3 Greeley Shooting

The Larimer County District Attorney has ruled that a deputy was justified in using deadly force during a March 3 incident where suspect Matthew Martinez nearly ran over officers with a stolen law enforcement vehicle. Martinez, 36, of Greeley, faces multiple felony charges and is being held on a $100,000 bond. The DA’s conclusion was based on a CIRT investigation. Read the full ruling and breakdown of charges on NorthFortyNews.com. […]

Business & Education

Comedian-Turned-Vet Brings Artistic Touch to Emergency Pet Care

A new Fort Collins emergency clinic is reshaping veterinary care through the lens of art and improv. Inkwell Veterinary Emergency Clinic, founded by comedian-turned-veterinarian Dr. Matthew Asciutto, uses creativity, collaboration, and compassion to deliver accessible, high-quality pet care. Open late on weekdays and weekends, Inkwell stands out as a locally owned alternative to corporate clinics. Learn how this team is turning emergency medicine into a creative, community-focused experience at inkwell.vet. […]

Business & Education

Fort Collins Funeral Home Now Offers Human Composting Option

Fort Collins-based Goes Funeral Care has become the first in Colorado to offer Natural Organic Reduction, a process that transforms the body into nutrient-rich soil over 45 days. This human composting service adds to their lineup of environmentally conscious offerings, including water cremation and green burial. Owners Chris and Stephanie Goes say the move is in response to community demand for more sustainable end-of-life options. Learn more at goesfuneralcare.com. […]

Life in NOCO

Windsor Hosts Spring Clean-Up Event May 9 and 10

The Town of Windsor’s Spring Clean-Up event returns May 9 and 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Public Services Campus (922 N. 15th St.). Residents can dispose of household trash, yard waste, tires, scrap metal, electronics, and appliances—just not hazardous waste or refrigerators. Entry vouchers and a complete list of accepted items will be included in the spring edition of Windsor Matters Magazine, arriving by late April. […]