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. […]

Business & Education

New Windsor Grocery Tax Rebate Offers Relief for Residents

Windsor has introduced a Grocery Sales Tax Rebate Program to help income-qualified residents cope with rising food costs. The program offers up to $250 annually per household to reimburse Windsor’s grocery sales tax. Residents must meet income requirements and provide receipts from Windsor grocery stores. Applications can be submitted anytime, with rebates issued in July and December. Learn more or apply online at windsorgov.com/GroceryTaxRebate. […]

Business & Education

New Leadership for Homeless Services: Homeward Alliance Tapped to Lead Northern Colorado CoC

Homeward Alliance has been named the new Collaborative Applicant for the Northern Colorado Continuum of Care, taking over a vital leadership role from United Way of Weld County. The transition, unanimously approved by the NoCO CoC Board, will conclude by May 31, 2025. Homeward Alliance will manage HUD applications, performance oversight, and regional homelessness response strategies across Larimer and Weld counties. Learn more at northfortynews.com. […]

Marketing Mastery

Storytelling in Branding: How to Create Deeper Customer Connections

Storytelling in Branding: How to Create Deeper Customer Connections

In Northern Colorado—and beyond—customers connect with stories, not slogans. In this week’s Marketing Mastery Series, we explore how storytelling can humanize your brand and help you stand out in a crowded marketplace. Whether you’re a local startup or a legacy business, sharing your journey with authenticity and purpose can build loyalty, trust, and a deeper connection with your audience.

Learn how to craft a brand narrative that reflects who you are, what you stand for, and why your customers matter.

👉 Read the full article: northfortynews.com/category/marketing-mastery/storytelling-in-branding […]

Business & Education

Coloradans Brace for Economic Strain, CPI Survey Finds

A new poll by the Colorado Polling Institute shows a darkening economic outlook among voters, with more than half expecting the U.S. economy to worsen in the coming year—and nearly half saying the same about Colorado. Concerns about housing affordability, education, and cost of living continue to dominate across party lines. Read more at northfortynews.com. […]

Marketing Mastery

Rebranding Case Studies and Lessons: What Northern Colorado Can Learn

Rebranding isn’t just a facelift—it’s a strategy. From Old Spice’s viral transformation to Fort Collins’ own FoCoMX festival revival, successful rebrands tell a compelling story while reconnecting with their audience. In this edition of the Marketing Mastery Series, I break down three real-world case studies and the key lessons you can apply to your own Northern Colorado business.

🧠 Learn what works, what doesn’t—and why a good rebrand starts from within. […]

Marketing Mastery

Developing a Strong Brand Identity

In a region as vibrant and competitive as Northern Colorado, developing a strong brand identity isn’t just a marketing suggestion—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re running a local coffee shop in Fort Collins or a landscaping business in Loveland, your brand identity is what sets you apart, builds trust, and keeps customers coming back. […]

Business & Education

Young Chefs Wow at Farm-to-Table Cooking Competition

Student chefs from across the Poudre School District brought their A-game to the 12th Annual Kids Cooking Competition at Timnath Middle-High School. With a farm-to-table challenge and a panel of expert judges, the event celebrated creativity, nutrition, and hands-on learning — and served up some impressive culinary talent in Northern Colorado. […]