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  • Centennial State Ballet wows with 10th annual performance of The Nutcracker

    Hannah Stewart|Dec 22, 2021

    After pausing mid-season due to the pandemic, the Centennial State Ballet (CSB) was elated to return to Niwot High School to perform The Nutcracker this year. The 2021 production marks the company's tenth anniversary season and has moved from a completely online model to a hybrid one, offering in person performances in addition to the live-streamed option. "Last season, we filmed our performances at locations around Longmont, partnering with local businesses and organizations to bring the story...

  • It's not too late! Think local for last-minute gifts

    Courier Staff|Dec 22, 2021

    We're in the home stretch of the holiday shopping season, and for those of you with a few names left to check off your gift list, be sure to consider one of the dozens of unique items from the artists, growers and crafters that call Niwot and Gunbarrel home. Gas up and grab a gift When you fill 'er up at the Niwot Conoco in the Cottonwood Shopping Center, don't just drive off - go inside where you'll find a treasure trove of charming gifts for your loved ones. You'll be stunned by the corner of...

  • LoBo Trail and Twin Lakes 2022 improvements funded

    Kristen Arendt|Dec 22, 2021

    On Dec. 7, Boulder County Commissioners approved the budget to fund 23 of 32 proposed Boulder County Parks & Open Space projects. The $1.5 million line item for the proposed Capital & Stewardship plan is funded by the county open space sales tax, money that is designated to support the acquisition of open space and pay for programs that help preserve habitat, provide educational and recreational programs and create and maintain trails. In addition to the sales tax funding, the county will utiliz...

  • Community Pet Spotlight (Barley, Dec. 22)

    Dec 22, 2021

    Barley This sweet and smart eight-year-old fellow is looking for his perfect match, could it be you? Barley is a bright and mature dog that has excellent obedience skills including advanced leash manners as well as the ability offer sit, down and "place" on cue. Barley loves his treats and will get very wiggly when he is especially pleased or excited! Barley is looking for a home where he can be the only beloved pet and would appreciate a family with high school age or older children, please....

  • Gift ideas for the bibliophile in your life

    Hannah Stewart|Dec 22, 2021

    Books are wonderful gifts because of their versatility. Especially now with the holidays, they allow you to travel to different places and times, all while staying comfortably snug at home. Whether you're a library fan, local bookshop lover, or an online shopper, we've got a few holiday/winter suggestions for our Courier readers. Another option, thanks to The Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop, is to buy a bookshop gift card, which supports local bookstores. Niwot's Inkberry Books has a large...

  • Correction

    Courier Staff|Dec 22, 2021

    In the Dec. 15 issue of the Left Hand Valley Courier we incorrectly attributed the mural in the Niwot Road underpass to Ellen Haswell. While Ms. Haswell did help with many aspects of the mural, it was primarily the work of Giselle “Bre” Thiele. We apologize for any confusion. Ms. Haswell is the author of “A Little Book of Words for Those Who Grieve....

  • What season is it?

    Dec 22, 2021

    Just as it should be beginning to look a lot like Christmas, a weather phenomenon more commonly seen in the summer months made an appearance over Niwot. On Dec. 15, a double-rainbow appeared west of town as a fast-approaching snow squall came over the mountains, bringing cold air, gusty winds, and a very brief spate of precipitation....

  • The eagles have landed

    Dec 22, 2021

    Gunbarrel Estates resident Bill Ringer has eagle eyes and an eye for eagles. According to Ringer, both bald and golden eagles have been showing up more frequently. The two bald eagles pictured here were seen at sunset on Dec. 18 and a golden eagle was viewed just two days earlier. "There are always more in the winter, but they can be seen here any time of year," Ringer said. I grew up in Boulder and remember when a bald eagle sighting was front page news. The eagle comeback is a great success...

  • Boulder County presents annual prairie dog report

    Katrina Stroud|Dec 22, 2021

    On Dec. 14, Boulder County Parks & Open Space held its annual meeting to discuss this year's prairie dog removal activities and the population updates on burrowing owls and black-footed ferrets. According to the presentation, removal occurred on 41 "no prairie dog areas" (NPD) properties on park or open space property, and tenants were treated on 19 properties. As of this year, 6,099 burrows have been treated with gas cartridges, which produce smoke and carbon monoxide once ignited. Gas cartridg...

  • Niwot girls struggle in Trojan Classic Invitational

    Jack Carlough|Dec 22, 2021

    Not much went right for the Niwot girls basketball team in the Trojan Classic Invitational, hosted by Longmont High from Dec. 16-18. The Cougars' scorching start to the season was simmered with losses to Thomas Jefferson, Evergreen and Longmont. In the span of about 48 hours, Niwot watched its 4-1 record slip to 4-4. Up first in the tournament for Niwot was Thomas Jefferson on Dec. 18. Niwot trailed by just three points following the first quarter but progressively watched the deficit increase...

  • Ravaged by COVID, Cougars limp through weekend tournament

    Jack Carlough|Dec 22, 2021

    It hasn't been easy for Niwot boys basketball to put together a formidable team in recent weeks. Head coach Clay Wittrock estimated that since early December, nine Cougars have missed games and/or practices due to impacts of COVID-19. Niwot canceled its recent Steamboat Springs trip (which has been rescheduled for Jan. 4) and is waiting to reschedule games against Colorado Academy and Eagle Valley that were missed during a five-day program shutdown. Low numbers and moving pieces have been a...

  • Niwot finishes second in REX Coaches Invite

    Jack Carlough|Dec 22, 2021

    Senior swimmer Mary Codevilla’s Niwot legacy grew a little larger following a pair of historic races at the REX Coaches Invite on Dec. 18. Codevilla, a Notre Dame commit, has been swimming for the USA National Junior Team and the REX Invite was her first meet of the season with Niwot. Her senior debut was a good one as she broke a pair of school records at the Veterans Memorial Aquatics Center in Thornton. Her time of 2:02.56 in the 200 IM and 50.71 in the 100 freestyle were both Niwot bests. Unsurprisingly, both of Codevilla’s record times had...

  • Niwot Tavern holds winter gear drive

    Katrina Stroud|Dec 22, 2021

    Tara Shaheen and Stacy Szydlek, owners of the Niwot Tavern, are hosting their third annual winter gear drive. They're accepting donations up until Christmas Eve and will distribute the items on Christmas Day. In addition, the Niwot Tavern will be preparing 100 meatloaf meals, with the help of their supplier, U.S. Foods. Around 40 meals will be served at Roosevelt Park, where the winter gear will also be distributed. The rest of the meals and gear will be handed out to homeless people they find...