Those are the only Christmas presents Randy and I clearly remember from our childhood. I remember that purple dress because it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen. I wore it to the local spelling bee—and I won. I’ve always believed the confidence came from that dress, the only truly “special” one I…
WIGGINS: A Message from Mayor Franzen As we approach the close of another remarkable year in Wiggins, I want to take a moment to reflect on a few of our accomplishments and share my excitement for what lies ahead in 2026. This year has been a successful one for our town. In the spring, we…
November 23, 2025 – Weld Central High School freshman, Hayden Chambers, a resident of Roggen, Colorado, is headed to the bright lights of Las Vegas next week in hopes of bringing home a world championship bareback riding title. This 14-year-old isn’t nearly old enough to be allowed in any casinos, but he is tough enough…
Christmas has never worn just one face. It is a season stitched together from a thousand stories, carried across generations, cultures, and family traditions. For some, the season arrives wrapped in ribbons and glittering lights. For others, it comes quietly—like a warm memory tucked away in the heart, surfacing when the air turns crisp and…
Those are the only Christmas presents Randy and I clearly remember from our childhood. I remember that purple dress because it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen. I wore it to the local spelling bee—and I won. I’ve always believed the confidence came from that dress, the only truly “special” one I…
WIGGINS: A Message from Mayor Franzen As we approach the close of another remarkable year in Wiggins, I want to take a moment to reflect on a few of our accomplishments and share my excitement for what lies ahead in 2026. This year has been a successful one for our town. In the spring, we…
November 23, 2025 – Weld Central High School freshman, Hayden Chambers, a resident of Roggen, Colorado, is headed to the bright lights of Las Vegas next week in hopes of bringing home a world championship bareback riding title. This 14-year-old isn’t nearly old enough to be allowed in any casinos, but he is tough enough…
Christmas has never worn just one face. It is a season stitched together from a thousand stories, carried across generations, cultures, and family traditions. For some, the season arrives wrapped in ribbons and glittering lights. For others, it comes quietly—like a warm memory tucked away in the heart, surfacing when the air turns crisp and…
The holidays arrive wrapped in lights, music, and…expectations. We are told this is the happiest time of year—a season of joy, gratitude, and togetherness. Yet for many people, the holidays don’t feel merry at all. Instead, they bring a quiet heaviness that’s hard to explain and even harder to admit.Holiday depression is real, and it…
For generations, Americans have been taught that success is measured in dollars earned. So why then are we so quick to give away our hard-earned dollars for things that bring us no value but line the pockets of others (here’s looking at you Amazon!). The list below should help you to evaluate your own spending…
Over the last six months, I’m seeing some trends that are concerning about the level of desperation that my peers have shown. Let’s look at where this desperation came from, and some of the things that potential Sellers should be aware of, before listing their home. From 2021 to 2025, Northern Colorado homes sales dropped…
I recently was on an airplane and unintentionally sat down next to a person who was ill. They started coughing shortly after take off and continued to do so for the majority of our flight. . As I dug through my travel bag, I realized that I no longer had a mask in there. The…
As we honor our Veterans, there is an aspect in their care that is often overlooked: the caregivers that stand beside them. These family caregivers are crucial to the wellbeing of the aging and disabled Veteran population. The role of caregivers is so important, however fraught with challenges such as emotional strain, burnout and isolation.The…
Over the years, I’ve come to think of November as the month that kicks off the season of giving—whether it’s giving thanks around the holiday table, sharing a plate of cookies with friends, or exchanging gifts with family. So, in keeping with that spirit, Ed and I decided that November would be the perfect time…
