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Daily DIY sniff checks could catch many cases of COVID-19

Daily DIY sniff checks could catch many cases of COVID-19

"By some estimates, 44% to 77% of people with COVID-19 lose their sense of smell. But many are unaware they have lost their sense of smell until they actively try to smell something that should have an odor, like scented candles. This is why we are encouraging people to actively try to smell something each day."
'Here to shine hope on the future:' Human lumanaria art installation draws 40 to Main Street

'Here to shine hope on the future:' Human lumanaria art installation draws 40 to Main Street

Presented by LeftHand Artist Group, the event paid tribute to those lost in 2020 and workers on the frontline of COVID pandemic.
Unwanted railroad ties from Longmont will find new life in Como

Unwanted railroad ties from Longmont will find new life in Como

On Nov. 22, a BNSF crew helped the South Park Rail Society load 450 standard ties and 15 crossing ties that will be part of the Como Depot restoration project.
Boulder County taking applications for sustainable agriculture program

Boulder County taking applications for sustainable agriculture program

Up to $305,000 will be awarded; deadline to apply is Jan. 6
Health care writing program builds resilience for frontline trauma during COVID pandemic

Health care writing program builds resilience for frontline trauma during COVID pandemic

The program has allowed health care workers to feel heard, while measurably reducing their stress levels.
Boulder County expands eligibility for COVID care packages to some health-related businesses

Boulder County expands eligibility for COVID care packages to some health-related businesses

Originally open to restaurants, gyms, nonprofits, hotels/motels and the hospitality industry, and personal services businesses, on Friday the county announced that limited health care services also could apply to receive care packages of personal protective equipment, cleaning supplies and sanitizers.
Update Sunday afternoon: Longmont Weather Forecast: Snow soon, cool and dry in the long term

Update Sunday afternoon: Longmont Weather Forecast: Snow soon, cool and dry in the long term

Snow Saturday afternoon to Sunday morning, again Monday into Tuesday, then cool and dry.
Wastewater testing indicates Longmont might not see post-Thanksgiving spike in COVID cases

Wastewater testing indicates Longmont might not see post-Thanksgiving spike in COVID cases

“A sample taken today will give us some indication of the number of cases we may anticipate in Longmont a week from now,” Deputy City Manager Dale Rademacher told city council. “At this point, we are not seeing a surge from Thanksgiving. We’re looking at the next several days to see if there is any spike ...”
Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week: Sweet and shy, Lana and Curly looking for their forever home

Longmont Humane Society Pet of the Week: Sweet and shy, Lana and Curly looking for their forever home

Lana and Curly would prefer a quiet home with older children and likely will do well with another cat or a polite dog.
How five local fitness businesses are surviving COVID lockdowns and restrictions

How five local fitness businesses are surviving COVID lockdowns and restrictions

Longmont fitness businesses are finding ways to remain afloat in the face of COVID-related restrictions. Here are five stories of how they are doing so.