September 2025 | August 2025 | July 2025
September 2025
Larimer & Weld Counties help launch NoCoWorks.com to boost regional workforce
Larimer and Weld counties recently helped launch NoCoWorks.com, a new online hub that connects Northern Colorado’s workforce ecosystem by bringing together career tools, training programs, and resources for job seekers, employers, students, and educators. Backed by more than 30 regional partners—including schools, chambers of commerce, nonprofits, and workforce boards—the site offers a searchable database of services and partner profiles to help strengthen the local talent pipeline. The platform’s debut was marked with a community event in Johnstown, inviting organizations to join and showcase their role in workforce development.
Boulder & Northern Colorado lead with lower unemployment rates
In July 2025, all four counties in Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado—Broomfield, Larimer, Boulder, and Weld—reported lower unemployment rates than the Colorado statewide average of 4.5%, which itself represented a two‑tenths drop from the previous month; Broomfield led with the lowest rate at 3.7%, followed by Larimer at 3.8%, Boulder at 4.0%, and Weld at 4.3%. Click here to read more.
Two NoCo municipal broadband providers ranked 1st & 3rd nationwide
Two municipal broadband providers in Northern Colorado—Loveland’s community-owned Pulse and Longmont’s NextLight—ranked among the top three internet service providers nationwide, according to PCMag’s latest industry analysis. Pulse earned the No. 1 spot, surpassing major competitors like Google Fiber thanks to its excellent speed and customer satisfaction. NextLight claimed the No. 3 position, recognized for its reliable service and strong local support. The rankings, based on thousands of speed tests and reader surveys, underscore the superior performance and trustworthiness of local, community-owned fiber networks. Click here to read the full report.
August 2025
Colorado Ranks Top 10 for Business Travel
In 2024, Colorado ranked seventh in the nation for business travel revenue, with more than $7 billion spent by corporate travelers, according to a report from the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA). The GBTA, which held a convention in Denver last week, projects a 6.6% global increase in business travel spending for 2025 despite ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainties. Colorado’s strong performance highlights the state’s appeal as a destination for conventions and corporate events, offering opportunities for continued growth in tourism and business-related infrastructure. Click here to read the full article.
Local craft brewery ranks among top bars in nation
USA TODAY has named Odell Brewing Company in Fort Collins to its Bars of the Year 2025 list, making it the only Fort Collins bar to receive that distinction. The coverage highlights the brewery’s standout taproom/bar setup—an expansive outdoor patio, multiple indoor bars, rotating food trucks, and thoughtfully curated beer and wine offerings from the adjacent wine project—creating a vibrant and inviting destination for both locals and visitors alike.
IRES 2nd Quarter Report
Information and Real Estate Services (IRES) recently released their Q2 2025 MarketWatch Report. In Larimer County, the median sales price was $604,500 for Q2-2025, a 1.7% decrease year-over-year. The number of closed sales was up 13.8% dropping to 1,504. In Weld County, the median sales price was $525,000 for Q2-2025, a 1.9% increase year-over-year. The number of closed sales was up 14.9%, coming in at 1,732. In Boulder County, the median sales price was $885,000 for Q2-2025, a 1.2% year-over-year increase. The number of closed sales was up 9.2%, coming in at 1,058.
July 2025
Frasca in Boulder Named Nation’s Top Restaurant by James Beard Foundation
Frasca Food and Wine in Boulder, Colorado, was named the nation’s Outstanding Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation at its 2025 awards, adding to its Michelin star and past accolades for service and wine. Founded in 2004 by Bobby Stuckey and Chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson, Frasca specializes in the cuisine of Italy’s Friuli–Venezia Giulia region and is celebrated for its exceptional hospitality and adaptability in a challenging industry. The recognition not only highlights Frasca’s enduring excellence but also bolsters Boulder’s status as a rising culinary destination. Click here to explore their menu and make a reservation.
BizWest Mercury 100 List released
BizWest has revealed its “Mercury 100” list, spotlighting the fastest-growing private companies in Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado—ranked based on two-year revenue growth from 2022 to 2024. Fifty-six firms were honored across five revenue size categories at the June 12 awards event in Berthoud, featuring diverse local businesses ranging from IT and professional services to construction and specialty retail across counties including Boulder, Larimer, Weld, Brighton, and Westminster.
Fort Collins Tours expands into Loveland
Fort Collins Tours, known for its ghost and history tours in Old Town Fort Collins, has expanded its offerings into Loveland—launching a haunted pub tour on Thursdays, followed by a full ghost tour on Fridays—as part of its strategy to grow within Northern Colorado’s tourism market. The company hopes to build on Loveland’s unique history and downtown atmosphere to attract both locals and visitors. Owner Lori Juszak said expanding into Loveland was a natural step after years of success in Fort Collins, with plans to add even more themed experiences in the future. Click here to book your next tour!
