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The Day Japan Bombed Northern Colorado

An Explosion Near Fort Collins On March 19, 1945, eight-year-old Jack Swets was outside on his family's farm near Timnath when he heard an odd buzzing sound. Then came the fire. A ball of flame struck a nearby field, throwing sparks into the air and leaving a narrow...

What Should You Do When Wildfire Smoke Reaches Northern Colorado?

Wildfire smoke has become one of those summer and early fall realities in Northern Colorado that nobody really looks forward to, but everybody needs to know how to handle. Some years, the smoke comes from nearby fires. Other times, it drifts in from hundreds of miles...

The Growing Music Options for Northern Colorado

CSU Brings Big Country Energy to Canvas Stadium The music options and venues for Northern Colorado are growing. In July, Colorado State University hosted the Bulls and Beats event, which consisted of a rodeo one day and Professional bull riding (PBR) the other two. On...
Today’s Real Estate Market

Today’s Real Estate Market

An Unusual Real Estate Market Landscape It’s an interesting real estate market right now to say the least. There was a “funny” meme saying that it is a buyers market with no buyers. Luckily for my team and I, we have well insulated ourselves against any type of market...

Outdoor Living Essentials

Outdoor Living Essentials

Boost Comfort, Curb Appeal & Returns As buyers increasingly treat outdoor spaces as true extensions of their living areas, investing in smartly designed outdoor features is now a winning strategy—with both immediate enjoyment and impressive resale upside. 1....

Creative Ways Fort Collins Locals Are Using Their ADUs

Creative Ways Fort Collins Locals Are Using Their ADUs

Why ADUs are suddenly everywhereOn February 14, 2025 the City of Fort Collins brought its Land Use Code into line with Colorado HB 24-1152: ADUs are now allowed in every zone district and can be approved at staff level rather than going before Planning & Zoning....

Why You Need Community More Than You Know

Why You Need Community More Than You Know

“You were never meant to do life alone.” That’s not just a feel-good phrase—it’s a survival truth. Holding a strong community of in-person friends, neighbors, and family isn’t just “nice.” It’s essential for your mental health, physical wellness, and even your...

The Summer BBQ

The Summer BBQ

The Summer BBQ Just recently we hosted our annual client appreciation summer BBQ in Twin Silo's Park. The thing that I love about this team is our shared philosophy of the client experience. Our core fundamental values all surround the client and their needs. We...

What Is a Straw Bale House?

What Is a Straw Bale House?

What Is a Straw Bale House — And Why Would You Want to Live in One?As today’s homebuyers increasingly prioritize sustainability, energy efficiency, and healthy living, alternative building styles are gaining attention—and one of the most intriguing among them is the...

Baseball Life in CO

Baseball Life in CO

Getting in the Game When our kids reached that age to throw a ball, we were throwing. It’s just what some parents do. I was a baseball player my wife was a basketball player and if our 4 kids showed any interest in something, we always encouraged them to try a season...

Growing Up in Fort Collins

Growing Up in Fort Collins

When Streetlights Were Our Curfew and the World Felt Safer I was born in 1971 at Poudre Valley Hospital, back when Fort Collins was a quieter town nestled against the Rockies. Growing up, my world revolved around the simple joys of childhood: riding my bike to Rolland...

In Your Backyard

Where is the Fort in Fort Collins?

Where is the Fort in Fort Collins?

Where is the Fort in Fort Collins? There are few places in Colorado as steeped in historical intrigue as Fort Collins. Nestled in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, this town has a rich heritage that dates back to the mid-19th century. Its origins intertwined with the...