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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...
Do you know people in the area who share something in common with each other? Something unusual, such as they have climbed all of Colorado’s fourteeners, they jumped out of an airplane, they went to the same middle school in another state, they were in New York during 9/11, or they have a distant relative in common. The Left Hand Valley Courier is launching a new feature called “Connections” to highlight the unusual things we have in common and to better get to know one another better. Send your connections with names and contact infor...
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On Thursday, Jan. 16, the Boulder County Commissioners voted to table the proposed dissolution of the Gunbarrel Public Improvement District (GPID). After hearing almost two hours of public testimony both in person and virtually from those who attended online, Senior Assistant Boulder County Attorney Olivia Lucas amended her original recommendation from dissolution of the GPID to tabling discussion for at least 180 days so that more research on the issue might be conducted. Upon hearing the...
In just a few short weeks, including the holiday season rush, Niwot's Sesquicentennial Committee is quickly making plans to celebrate the platting of Niwot 150 years ago. Under the leadership of Laura Skaggs, the committee is working to "put a ribbon on every event in Niwot," said Skaggs. To that end, Angie Miltersen of Few of a Kind Vintage and Mercantile quickly designed a banner that can be used by every organization in Niwot to promote its events throughout the year. The banner has already...
The Boulder County Commissioners appointed Jim Ditzel as the Niwot Business Association representative on the Niwot Local Improvement District (LID) Advisory Committee on Jan. 14. Ditzel, a long-time member of the Niwot Business Association (NBA), will replace NBA President Eric Bergeson, whose term ends in February. His application was approved unanimously by the board, and Ditzel's first LID meeting will be in March. Ditzel said he applied to the LID Advisory Committee partly because it is a...
Cooper Knight, a 2015 graduate of Silver Creek High School and son of Niwot residents Jeff and Ali Knight, is continuing his work in the film industry in the Boulder area. Knight graduated from the University of Colorado Denver earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with honors in film and television production. While there, he worked on various student films, earning a Cinefest Best Editor Award in 2016 and a Cinefest Best Documentary Award nomination in 2019. After graduation, Knight...
Taco Tuesday is a thing. But rather than going for that two-for-one taco special at Taco Bell, try making one of these easy recipes for the gang. Perfect for leftover chicken, fish, pork or steak. Whether crunchy, soft or street, we've got this covered. Instead of (or in addition to) topping with cheddar cheese, try delicious queso fresco, cotija, or Asadero cheese. Next week we will explore "Meatless Monday." Send any meatless dinner recipes to editorial@lhvc.comeditorial@lhvc.com. AL PASTOR...
This year Katie Liddell was selected as one of two alto saxophone players to join the Colorado All-State Jazz Band, which will perform on Feb. 1 at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs. Niwot High School Band director Wade Hendricks, who selected Liddell as Arts Student of the Week, said, "This is a massive achievement showing Katie's supreme dedication to her instrument and the study of jazz. The fact that she earned first chair means that she is, essentially, the State Champion of Jazz...
Use of cell phones in schools is a big topic across the nation. The St. Vrain Valley School District manages the issue by giving each of its schools autonomy in cell phone regulation.As a member of the SVVSD, Niwot High School has recently developed a school-wide expectation. Cell phone policies vary significantly among teachers, classrooms, schools, and school districts. For example, Boulder Valley School District announced a complete cell phone ban during school hours for all students last...
The Boulder County Board of Review held a public meeting on Jan. 8 to discuss proposed modifications to building code amendments following recommendations made after their Dec. 19, 2024, meeting. In a move to promote energy efficiency while maintaining flexibility for homeowners, the Board endorsed new guidelines for home additions. Projects between 500 and 1,000 square feet must now demonstrate a 30% improvement in energy efficiency through the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index score evaluation before construction can begin. The Board...
After over 35 years of dedication to the biking industry, a seasoned expert and longtime community figure is pedaling into a new chapter. Having spent years honing his craft at Niwot Wheel Works on Second Avenue, Fernando Tapia is opening a new bike shop in Cottonwood Square, bringing his expertise and passion for cycling to a new location. The opening is planned for March 1. Cornelia Sawle, new owner of the property at 101 Second Avenue in Niwot where the Niwot Wheel Works has been located,...
Boulder County's Third Annual Seed Swap will take place on Saturday, Jan. 25, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Niwot United Methodist Church. The swap, founded originally by Elise Edson, Maureen Harvey, and Diana Neff, is a networking event for new and experienced gardeners to share information about the plants they are growing and to swap seeds with other gardeners. Gardening was a hobby that many people took up during the pandemic, and the founders started the event three years ago in order...
Shefali Joshi is peaking at the right time as she enters the final stretch of her Niwot High School girls swimming career. Following her four events at the St. Vrain Valley district meet on Jan. 18, the senior shared that it was the best she felt all season. Joshi dropped times in her individual races while helping the Cougars finish second behind Silver Creek High School in the team standings. "I think this is probably the best meet I've had this season, but I could probably do a little...
The Innovation Center of St. Vrain Valley Schools is home to an innovative Entrepreneurship Team that equips students with entrepreneurial skills and real-world experience. Through its student-led initiatives, the program, managed by Hannah McDonald, fosters creativity, problem-solving, and professional growth, preparing participants to tackle the challenges of the modern economy with confidence. The Entrepreneurship Team engages high school students in various dynamic projects that challenge...
The Left Hand Valley Courier is known for its coverage of athletes and arts students at Niwot High School (NHS). The Courier also honors an array of students who choose to pursue activities such as community service, robotics, academics, and topics that fall under the S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) umbrella. Meleah Perez, a Niwot High School senior, is not only an outstanding student academically, but friends and teachers have labeled her as an incredibly positive...
The Left Hand Valley Courier is featuring each of the nine Niwot High School students who signed National Letters of Intent on the Nov. 13 fall signing day to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. From soccer to track and field, these athletes represent a diverse array of sports and dreams fulfilled. Mahuiztli Martinez's soccer journey began when she was just four years old. Encouraged by her mother who put her in cleats for the first time, she stepped onto the...
Although the final result didn't go the Cougars' way, Head Coach Todd Trobaugh was proud of how his Niwot High School girls basketball team competed in a difficult road game on Jan 18. A couple of factors were working against the Cougars when they traveled to Cheyenne Mountain High School, located in west Colorado Springs. First, Niwot was playing on short rest after defeating Skyline High School the night prior, 57-27. Second, poor weather conditions made an already lengthy trip even more...
The Niwot High School boys basketball team had a challenging week with three games resulting in three losses. The team played hard but struggled to secure wins, dropping both of their league games and one non-conference game. The week started on Tuesday, Jan. 14, with a conference game against the Fairview High School Knights. Despite solid individual efforts, Niwot struggled with shooting efficiency, finishing the game with a field goal percentage of just 41%. Senior Rohit Das was Niwot’s MaxPreps Player of the Game, contributing 12 points a...
In a grueling week that tested both their endurance and skill, the Niwot High School wrestling team faced off against multiple opponents across three days of competition, showcasing both promising victories and opportunities for growth as the season progresses. The week began with a dual meet against Timnath High School on Jan. 15, where the Cougars demonstrated their strength in the lighter-weight divisions. Miles Filkins set an aggressive tone for the team in the 106-pound class, securing a...
