Good morning, Loveland.

Loveland police used a drone to catch a motorcyclist who sped away at nearly 100 mph after refusing a stop; he was later found with narcotics and suspected of robbery before being booked into jail.

Loveland police used a drone—after a motorcyclist sped away from a traffic stop at nearly 100 mph—to locate him as he hid from officers.

Liberty Common School's new junior high campus welcomed its first students on August 25—marking a key step as the school began its operation in its updated facility.

State lawmakers passed four bills raising taxes for businesses—projected to generate about $330 million a year—while failing to reach an agreement on artificial intelligence regulation as the five-day special session ended.

Gov. Polis directed lawmakers to extend implementation of the AI law, leaving further debate until the regular session.

Firestone no longer has a drinking water provider as the Central Weld County Water District canceled its contract following years of disputes with town leadership—under contract terms, water will stop flowing on August 21, leaving over 20,000 residents without service in 2028.

The Children's Diabetes Foundation held a medal ceremony on August 25th at the Barbara Davis Center to honor 87 patients who have lived with Type 1 diabetes for 50 years or more (including Dana Davis, the founders' daughter) and celebrated improvements in care such as new insulin pumps and glucose monitors.

Colorado State Convention

9 AM – 6 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Loveland Conference Center — Registration required — Join for a weekend of AA and Al-Anon speakers, fellowship, and fun activities including an ice cream social and banquet dinner.

Chalk on the Walk

9 AM – 1 PM — Windsor Downtown Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate artistry in downtown Windsor at the 103rd Harvest Festival with local artists and businesses.

Ridence Live Performance

9:00-10:30 p.m. — Aggie Theatre — Tickets available — Experience melodic aggression in electronic dance music with Ridence.

Black Squirrel Half Marathon

7 AM - 12:30 PM — Lory State Park — Entry Fee Applies — Experience the scenic trails of Lory State Park in this challenging half marathon.

Honey Bee Hustle Challenge

4:00 – 5:30 PM — 700 S Railroad Ave, Loveland, CO — Entry fee info not specified — Test your endurance on a 1-mile loop race and compete for prizes across various categories.

Brett Hendrix Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Highland Meadows Grill — Free entry — Experience the compelling acoustic sounds of rising artist Brett Hendrix with heartfelt lyrics and captivating guitar skills.

Adoption and Fundraiser Event for All Aboard Animal Rescue

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Artisan You — Donations welcome — Support a local animal rescue while finding a new furry friend.

Wild Wonderful Weekend – Goat Yoga

9-10 a.m. — Kinston Hub — Ticket required — Start your morning with yoga and playtime with friendly goats for a refreshing experience.

2025 CHCA/CCAL Fall Convention & Exposition

All-day — Embassy Suites by Hilton Loveland Conference Center — Check website for cost — Experience a robust convention and exposition focused on healthcare community relations.

The Realm: Boundaries - Already Enough

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM — Center for Creativity — Name-your-price — Experience live music intertwined with spoken word and community art.