Belen Ward

Denver

Reporter and Photojournalist at Fort Lupton Express

Reporter and Photojournalist at Standard Blade

Reporter and Photojournalist at Colorado Community Media

Articles

Colorado State regulatory agencies take over Bishop Well incident

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Weld County handed management for the response to the Bishop Well incident near Galeton to the state, the county announced April 16. Weld County official said the incident no longer requires emergency incident command. The Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission has taken over regulatory oversight of the Chevron Bishop Well incident from Weld County and will continue to coordinate and provide information to the public, according to an April 16 statement from the state.
Weld County Planning Commission seeking applications

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Weld County Government is seeking applications for the Planning Commission, a county board that is tasked with guiding and deciding future land use development for the Weld County. There are three open volunteer position with the Weld County Planning Commission. To be considered, applicants must live in the geographic area at the time of appointment through their term.
Fort Lupton Easter Egg Hunt a sure sign of spring

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Ms. Bunny got a ride with the Fort Lupton Fire Department and hopped over into Fort Lupton Community Park at the Recreation Center for its annual Easter Egg Hunt April 12, delighting the hundreds of kids who came to find the golden egg and win a special prize. Outpost Calvary Chapel served up some fresh coffee and donuts. Fort Lupton High School had a fundraiser selling fresh breakfast burritos. Ms. Bunny also took free photos with families and kids.
Weld County Fair opens applications for food trucks and vendors

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Weld County is now accepting applications for food truck and vendors for its annual County Fair in late July. “We’re thrilled to once again collaborate with community partners to bring Weld County together for the 107th Weld County Fair,” said Fair Coordinator Mikayla Gabel.
Economy Archives - Colorado Community Media

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward |Monte Whaley |Corinne Westeman

Posted inNews Adams County drivers are being asked for their opinions regarding electronic vehicle charging stations and where they should be located. āMore and more people are turning to electric vehicles for a variety of reasons, including environmental concerns, financial viability, and more,ā said Commissioner Lynn Baca, Chair of the Adams County Board of Commissioners.
New homes are going up in Firestone

1 week ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Landsea Homes will build a new community with 132 two-story paired homes from 1,384 to 2,445 square feet in the northwest corner of Firestone Blvd and County Road 15, according to a news release on April 2. “Weld County is a very important Denver submarket for Landsea Homes, and the addition of these new homesites at Cordovan expands our presence in an area where our homes are already in high demand,” said Lisa Wiebelhaus, Colorado Division President, Landsea Homes.
Comedy shows focus on addiction, recovery, and resilience

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Recovering from addiction may not be a laughing matter but Aims Community College students hope they can give their peers a reason to smile. The college is hosting a one-night special event, the Second Chance Comedy Show, a group of stand-up comedians focusing on addiction, recovery, and resilience. It’s a free show from 6:30-8 p.m. April 18, in the Welcome Center Auditorium on the Greeley Campus.
Southwest Airlines University opens newest training hub

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Southwest Airlines held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with officials from Colorado Aerotropolis, Adams County, the City and County of Denver, Jag Logistics, and Denver International Airport to inaugurate Southwest Airlines University on April 2. “Equipping our employees to do their jobs safely while delivering world-class hospitality is our top priority,” said Bobby Loeb, Vice President, Southwest Airlines University at Southwest Airlines.
Fort Lupton students participate in Youth in Government

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Fort Lupton Middle School students got a glimpse goes on a City Hall April 1, from participating in government during an actual council meeting and passing policy. “It made me feel good to have the opportunity to experience how our city council shapes our community and passes policies,” said Fort Lupton Middle School student Sahibpreet Singh. The day began with a Jeopardy game about the judicial system City Clerk Mari Pena said.
Weld battles Bishop oil well fire

2 weeks ago | coloradocommunitymedia.com | Belen Ward

Multiple fire department agencies in Weld County are continuing to battle an oil well fire that began April 7 near Galeton, northeast of Greeley. In a written statement, Weld County Emergency Management officials said their priority is the safety of neighbors, workers and the environment. “As a precaution, residents within a half-mile of the well pad have been temporarily relocated,” the statement reads.