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Calling all photographers, intentional or accidental! The Left Hand Valley Courier’s Photo of the Week feature is open to any area resident who personally photographs Niwot-Gunbarrel area sights, including people (with permission, of course), buildings, animals, birds, plants, flowers, events, or anything else. Naturally, there are a few rules to follow: • The photograph must be submitted in jpg format via email to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com in high resolution. • Please include a caption describing the photo, your name, email addre...
Margaret Love Voorheis, lovingly known as Peggy, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025 at the age of 79. Peggy was born in Ithaca, New York, to the late Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Jack Love and grew up in nearby Watkins Glen in a warm and loving family. From a young age she stood out as a natural leader and bright spirit, serving as Student Council President. She attended Nazareth College and, following business school, worked as a Personal Assistant at The Central Intelligence Agency in Langley,... Full story
This week, Rock & Rails kicks off the season with a Colorado Music Hall of Fame performer who has entertained audiences in Niwot every year since the series was founded. Chris Daniels and the Kings will be playing on Thursday, June 5 at 6:30 pm. The band will take the stage during what has been their 40th anniversary of performing in Colorado and worldwide. In the context of years of entertaining their fans, founder Chris Daniels described what it's like to play in Whistle Stop Park. "We love it...
Eight yard signs protesting mandated annual minimum wage increases in unincorporated Boulder County have gone missing. A $100 reward has been offered by a Niwot resident for information leading to recovery of the signs. Rural Boulder County's small shops, restaurants and area farmers are struggling to absorb minimum wage increases imposed by Boulder County which have led to the closure of once-thriving businesses in Niwot and elsewhere. The hourly rate, currently $16.57, is scheduled to...
The St. Vrain Valley School District Board of Education announced May 30 that it has appointed Dr. Jackie Kapushion as the district's next superintendent following an internal search. Kapushion will officially step into the role on July 1, replacing Superintendent Dr. Don Haddad, who announced his retirement during a school board meeting in April after leading the district for the past 16 years. Kapushion brings 36 years of experience in public education, including the past decade with St....
CO 119/Diagonal Highway Traffic Updates Continuing traffic signaling work along the CO 119/Diagonal Highway will cause the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to conduct various southbound right shoulder closures, between Hover Street and Jay Road, until Friday, June 6, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Due to weather occurrences on May 28 and May 29, CDOT has rescheduled the lane closures for Airport Road and CO 119/Diagonal Highway to the anticipated date of June 3. Once commenced under favorable weather, CDOT will reduce the southbound...
Alison Tafel graduated from Longmont High School in 2005 and has since made a name for herself in what Tafel likes to call "the showbiz." Working up the ranks of Hollywood's talented writers, Tafel has been a vital piece within a myriad of popular television shows that most likely appear on the screens of many Colorado residents. Dustin Bell and Jennifer Dalby, both Niwot High School alumni, remain two of her best friends. Both Bell and Dalby have ties to theater, Bell having also performed at...
For over three years, Niwot residents Tyra Sutak and Alan Stratton have nurtured a booming (and blooming) local business. The couple has lived in Niwot for over eight years and, in 2021, decided to start Murray Street Flowers, a local flower pop-up shop located outside their home across from Niwot Children's Park. Sutak is a native Coloradan, grew up in Lyons, and is a CU alumna. "My day job is as a manager at the Koenig Alumni Center at the University of Colorado," she said. "Alan works as a me...
From the usual music, drinks, and art, to a fond farewell and a Father's Day tribute, a lot is happening at this week's First Friday Art Walk on June 6 in Niwot. Beginning at 5 p.m. and taking place in business locations throughout 2nd Avenue and Cottonwood Square, this highly anticipated event is something that businesses and the community look forward to. One of the highlights of June's Art Walk takes place at Osmosis Art and Architecture, which will be hosting a farewell party for Anne...
Few things say "summer" like a chilled pasta salad side dish. Whether you're heading to a backyard barbecue, prepping for a picnic, or just trying to avoid turning on the oven, pasta salad is the go-to. It's endlessly customizable and hard to mess up-no wonder it's a potluck favorite. From creamy classics to bright Mediterranean flavors, there's a version for everyone. This week's featured recipe is a tangy twist on the traditional macaroni salad. It is easy to whip up and even easier to...
On Thursday, May 29, the Niwot Business Association’s Minimum Wage Task Force, led by Niwot business owner Nicholas Little, gathered in Niwot Hall for a weekly meeting of Niwot area residents concerned about the minimum wage ordinance's effect on Boulder County’s unincorporated communities. Little’s task force represents over a dozen small business leaders, farmers, and concerned citizens who are organizing a campaign urging Boulder County Commissioners to pause the implementation of a multi-year minimum wage increase ordinance at the end o...
On May 17, Boulder County Parks and Open Space (BCPOP) hosted its Agricultural Water Tour, shedding light on the intricate balance required to manage water resources for farming, preserve the ecological environment, and manage water rights in Boulder County. Led by the BCPOP water group, the tour visited the Braly and Cottonwood properties, which feature improvements made after the 2013 flood. As these sites are not usually open to the public, attendees gained a rare, firsthand look at...
On Wednesday, May 28, Niwot Hall's plans to redevelop the courtyard and the fire house storage building on its premises progressed further as Niwot Hall president Jim Dorvee presented plans to the Historic Preservation Advisory Board (HPAB) and Niwot Design Review Committee for review. The hearing was the next step in the Boulder County land use process, which is required before Niwot Hall can move forward with an application to Boulder County Permitting & Planning. Dorvee presented the same...
Sitting at his host family's kitchen table in Niwot, clad in a Broncos T-shirt and baseball cap, Rotary Youth Exchange student Simon Rosendahl-Post does not seem far from home. A Niwot High School student, junior varsity soccer player, and baseball enthusiast, his transition from Denmark to Colorado looks natural. Rosendahl-Post, 16, spent the 2024–25 school year at Niwot through the Rotary Youth Exchange program. "I'm from a small town," he said with a smile. "It's R-Y in Denmark, but I think i...
The first thing anyone who knows Arlo Richards will tell you is that he works hard. Whether he was in the outfield, at the plate, or unexpectedly on the mound, the 2025 Niwot High School graduate gave everything he had on and off the diamond. He was known to frequent the field in the offseason, always putting in the work to get better. And in the final week of his high school career, that effort paid off. Richards took the mound and came through in relief during both of the Cougars' last games....
The 2025 Night of Champions ceremony unfolded with pride as students, families, faculty, and community members gathered in Niwot High School's auditorium on Sunday, June 1, to recognize the outstanding academic and athletic achievements of the year. Principal Eric Raushkolb opened the night by describing a remarkable school year including a 99.3% graduation rate and over $29 million in scholarship offers, which was a new school record. In Niwot High's 51-year history, Cougar athletes have...
The Mead High School girls lacrosse team wrapped up its 2025 season with an impressive run to the Class 4A state semifinals, finishing with a 13-5 overall record and a 3-0 mark in league play. Under the leadership of first-year head coach Rachel Class, who was named CHSAA's Class 4A Coach of the Year, the Mavericks showcased resilience and growth throughout the season. In the postseason, Mead secured victories over No. 13 Telluride High School and No. 5 Golden High School before facing top-seede...
On Sunday, June 1, members of the Niwot community gathered in Niwot High School's auditorium for the annual Night of Champions celebration. After the student-focused portion of the evening, NHS principal Eric Rauschkolb transitioned to the second inaugural Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Olympian Elise Cranny, former professional baseball player Mike Moat, and longtime school supporter Mabel Miyasaki were each recognized for the profound impact they have had on Niwot High School, the Niwot comm...
Keegan Geldean took his first strides as a runner when most kids were still figuring out how to tie their shoes. But after more than a decade of early morning practices, hot midday track meets, and national title races, the 2025 Niwot High School graduate is about to start a brand new chapter. Geldean is set to compete in cross country and track at Adams State University, a top-tier NCAA Division II program in Alamosa, Colorado. The decision came after a campus visit and a scholarship offer...
ACROSS 4. Postle 5. Denmark 11. superintendent 12. Tafel DOWN 1. storage 2. Henriques 3. wage 5. Daniels 6. Kirtland 7. lobster 8. Rotary 9. water 10. Adams... Full story
Niwot High School's boys volleyball team recently celebrated numerous postseason awards. Released by the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) on May 19, the Class 5A All-State awards reflect standout boys volleyball athletes of 2025. Rising senior Charlie Kirtland was named to the All-State Second Team. Kirtland played the libero position, a highly specialized defensive role. "It truly does mean so much to be recognized," he said. "I think that especially as a libero, it takes goi...
Maurice Henriques, the architect behind one of Colorado's most dominant high school track and field programs, has been named CHSAA Coach of the Year, for both the boys and girls track teams, adding another accolade to an already distinguished career spanning nearly two decades. Known affectionately as Coach Mo to his athletes, Henriques has transformed Niwot High School into a statewide track and field powerhouse, consistently producing championship teams and elite competitors who have gone on...
As the girls golf season comes to a close, individual accomplishments and team milestones have marked a strong finish to the year for the Niwot High School girls golf team. While no trophies were brought home, the team demonstrated determination and potential, setting the stage for a strong showing next season. "The highlight was having a young team," Head Coach Ed Weaver said. "I was very proud of how the girls played this season. I saw improvement in both their scores and their confidence thro...
Lobsterfest, Niwot's annual community food festival will return to Whistle Stop Park on Saturday June 7 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. The Niwot Business Association organizes this event to unite community members and visitors through food services and musical entertainment while supporting charitable activities. The event price includes adult access to the festival, a welcome Cape Codder cocktail and fresh Maine lobster, side dishes, designer cookies and ice cream for $95. Children's admission...
