Northern Colorado News Briefs

October 2026 | September 2026 | August 2026

October 2026

A Haunting New Era at The Stanley

Just in time for haunting season, there’s exciting news brewing at one of Colorado’s most famously spooky destinations. The Stanley Film Center at Estes Park’s iconic Stanley Hotel is running ahead of schedule, with plans to open in early 2028. The new 65,000-square-foot venue will feature a horror film museum curated by Blumhouse Productions, rotating exhibits, live entertainment and a 1,000-seat performance space - adding a whole new chapter to the hotel’s legendary connection to The Shining. Click here to explore the new film center.

Hotel Boulderado earns national recognition

Boulder’s iconic Hotel Boulderado is earning national recognition, landing as a finalist in two Historic Hotels of America Awards of Excellence categories. The landmark property is in the running for both Best City Center Historic Hotel and Best Social Media, celebrating a Boulder destination that has been welcoming guests for more than a century. Click here for the full press release.

A Paws-itively Grand Opening at CSU

Colorado State University celebrated the opening of its new $230 million Veterinary Hospital and Educational Complex in Fort Collins, with Wonder the dog lending a paw for the official ribbon cutting. The state-of-the-art facility expands space for patient care and veterinary students while introducing more hands-on clinical training, strengthening CSU's longstanding role as a leader in veterinary medicine and education. Click here to see pictures of the grand opening and learn more!

September 2026

Front Range cities shine in national rankings

Three Front Range communities are earning national recognition for their appeal as places to live and work. Travel + Leisure ranked Longmont fourth and Windsor sixth among the best small U.S. cities to move to, highlighting Longmont’s balance of amenities and relative affordability and Windsor’s growth and family appeal. Boulder placed 19th in Indeed’s 2026 rankings of cities for work, leading the nation in work-life balance and flexibility despite challenges that include high housing costs. Click to learn more: Travel + Leisure's "9 of the Best Small U.S. Cities to Move to Right Now" | Indeed's ""Best Cities for Work"".

Loveland Chamber broadens reach to include Johnstown

The Loveland Chamber of Commerce is expanding its reach and rebranding as the Greater Loveland-Johnstown Area Chamber of Commerce. Building on relationships formed after Johnstown's chamber closed in 2020, the organization will broaden its programs, resources and advocacy to support businesses in both communities. Updated leadership programming and new branding, expected to debut in October, will reflect its focus on regional collaboration and economic growth. Click here to read more.

Housing Market Snapshot: Q2 2026

Information and Real Estate Services (IRES) recently released their Q2 2026 MarketWatch Report. In Larimer County, the median sales price was $563,000 for Q2-2026, a 2.4% increase year-over-year. The number of closed sales was up 0.5%, coming in at 1,822. In Weld County, the median sales price was $490,000 for Q2-2026, a 3.5% decrease year-over-year. The number of closed sales was down 6.8%, coming in at 1,663. In Boulder County, the median sales price was $770,000 for Q2-2026, a 2.0% year-over-year increase. The number of closed sales was down 3.6%, coming in at 1,331.

August 2026

Colorado #1 in Education

Colorado has been ranked the #1 state in the nation for education by U.S. News & World Report, climbing from third place in 2025. The recognition highlights the state's investments in universal preschool, free full-day kindergarten, stronger K–12 funding, expanded school choice, workforce training, and affordable higher education—initiatives designed to help students succeed from early childhood through college and careers. Click here to read the full article.

Boulder, Fort Collins Earn Top Tech Rankings

Boulder and Fort Collins continue to shine as two of the West's top destinations for technology and innovation, earning high marks for their educated workforce, strong quality of life, and thriving tech sectors. A new Commercial Cafe study ranked Boulder third overall and Fort Collins 15th, highlighting both communities as attractive places for tech companies and professionals alike. The report also credits the region's universities, startup ecosystem, and highly skilled talent pipeline for helping drive continued growth and innovation. Click here to read more.

Outfoxing I-25: Meet CoCo's New Mascot

Colorado's future Front Range passenger rail service has officially introduced its new "Colorado Connector" (CoCo) brand, featuring a playful fox mascot that symbolizes agility and exploration. With starter service between Denver and Fort Collins targeted for 2029, the project aims to provide a faster, more convenient alternative to driving along I-25 while supporting economic growth and stronger connections between communities across the Front Range. Visit coloradoconnector.com to learn more.

Latest Listings in Northern Colorado

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200 S College Ave Unit 301, Fort Collins $455,000

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1201 E Pitkin St, Fort Collins $550,000

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1915 7th Ave, Greeley $335,000

Turnkey Duplex Investment! This is a high-yield up/down duplex on a premium 9,500-square-foot lot, offering an exceptional footprint for an investor targeting strong cash...

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1709 Midship Way, Fort Collins $891,030

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