Will Costello

1 week ago | reporterherald.com | Will Costello

Larimer County has finalized its effort to conserve nearly 5,000 acres of land near Livermore. The county purchased conservation easements on three contiguous ranches in the area, described as holding significant ecological and scenic value. Conservation easements are agreements to limit land use to specific purposes, often grazing or other agricultural purposes, and prohibit residential or commercial development or other uses that would degrade the area’s natural environment.

1 week ago | reporterherald.com | Will Costello

An investigation by the 8th Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) found that a Larimer County Sheriff’s sergeant was legally justified in using physical force during a shootout last month in Fort Collins. Sgt. Samuel Roth was assisting Jason Hart, an LCSO deputy, pursue Keith Williams, a man on a dirt bike that was not street legal on March 10. Williams, according to the CIRT report released Friday, had fled on the dirt bike after Hart turned on his lights.

1 week ago | reporterherald.com | Will Costello

The Larimer County Health Department is urging residents to ensure their MMR vaccines are up to date amid a surge of measles outbreaks across the country. There are no current cases in Larimer County, but given its infectiousness and the potential seriousness of infection, residents should check their vaccination status, according to a release from the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment (LDPHE). “If you or your children are due for their MMR vaccines, don’t delay.

1 week ago | reporterherald.com | Austin Fleskes |Will Costello

Two juveniles were charged with bringing a weapon to school after one of them brought a gun to High Plains School earlier this month. The Loveland Police Department was made aware of the incident on April 3, according to a Friday release from the department. The incident occurred on April 1, with the investigation revealing that a student brought an unloaded firearm to the school.

1 week ago | reporterherald.com | Will Costello

The Chilson Senior Center is preparing for its annual Pancake Breakfast and Plant Sale fundraiser, with proceeds funding programs for seniors as well as scholarships for those who might not be able to afford access to them. Originally Published: April 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM MDT