Boulder County.
county in Colorado, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
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Boulder County is facing severe business challenges, with the city council currently debating potential tax hikes and incentive program extensions.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Exxon is accused of contributing to climate change via fossil fuels and has jointly filed a lawsuit against defendants regarding the issue.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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A lawsuit was filed against major oil and gas producers in Boulder County, West Virginia.Well supported6 reports
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Jonathan Skinner-Thompson, a law professor, and Deirdre Macnab, a rancher, are identified as residents of Boulder County, Colorado.Some support1 report
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Xcel Energy is currently undergoing an undergrounding project in Boulder County, and the CPUC is expected to unveil new guidelines for shutoff events.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Gross Reservoir expansion secures water supply for the region.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Xero is mentioned in a Longmont financial systems help event, while Molly Fitzpatrick serves as Boulder County Clerk & Recorder.Some support1 report
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FEMA approved funding for local and municipal projects in Boulder County, Colorado.Some support4 reports
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Childcare demand is outpacing availability in Boulder County, while small towns like Nederland face economic challenges compared to larger hubs like Nederland.Some support1 report
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The City of Boulder is within the jurisdiction of Boulder County.Well supported4 reports
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The CBI reviewed the investigation into a death case that occurred in Boulder County.Some support3 reports
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Dave Gustafson was interviewed regarding the ongoing issues facing Boulder County while serving as an OSMP Ranger for the county.Some support1 report
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Ginger Johnson operates childcare in Longmont, which is a city located within Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Local film festival documentaries are focusing on Boulder County, Celestial Seasonings, University of Colorado Boulder, and Cape Cod.Some support1 report
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Boulder County and Douglas County are currently debating the expansion of their respective commissions.Some support1 report
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Monarch Park is located within the proposed Niwot boundary, which is governed by Boulder County commissioners.Some support1 report
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Multnomah County has filed lawsuits against fossil fuel companies, and Suncor Energy is involved in a lawsuit against Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Boulder County and Maryland are discussing complex ballot measure issues.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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A revived local newspaper whose geographic area of coverage includes Boulder County and Boulder is being discussed, along with the owner of the paper.Some support2 reports
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Regulations affect development and growth, and industry operates within the county limits of Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Wildfire activity has been reported affecting multiple jurisdictions in Boulder and Larimer Counties.Some support1 report
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A business support structure in Boulder County, involving the Hall of Fame, invests in local business education pipelines and serves financial institutions.Some support1 report
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Longmont is located within Boulder County.Some support4 reports
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Boulder County filed lawsuits against Suncor Energy and ExxonMobil regarding corporate climate actions.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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A lawsuit has been filed seeking damages from Suncor Energy related to climate change costs.Some support1 report
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Concerns were raised regarding the historical representation of the Fort Chambers project in Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Boulder County is facing pressure to raise property taxes due to declining birth rates and an aging population.Some support1 report
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John Reed resides in Boulder County while Native Nations request co-management of Haystack.Some support1 report
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Air quality issues are prevalent in Boulder County, Colorado.Some support1 report
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State grants are impacting local farming practices in Boulder County, Colorado.Some support1 report
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Michael Greve, a law professor, is involved in a case that originated in Boulder County, Colorado, while he teaches at George Mason University.Some support2 reports
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Affordability issues are affecting residents of Erie, while a candidate is noted as a third-generation Coloradan.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Boulder County filed a lawsuit against energy companies, with commentary from a former Arizona solicitor general.Some support1 report
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Jana Petersen has been appointed as the Administrator for Boulder County.Well supported3 reports
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Severe fire risk impacted Boulder County, Colorado, where Xcel Energy operates as a utility provider.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Boulder County uses a lake for irrigation support.Some support1 report
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Boulder County faces a property tax vote to fund childcare services.Some support1 report
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East Troublesome fire impacted Grand County, while a separate Marshall fire affected Boulder County on July 29, 2026.Some support1 report
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The city of Boulder is addressing demographic shifts occurring within Boulder County.Some support1 report
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An incident involving Mark Zen has occurred in Fort Lupton, near Boulder County.Some support1 report
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City and Boulder County collaborated on a recycling venture involving the Center for ReSource Conservation and ReSOURCE.Some support1 report
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Longmont is proposing an increase to its public safety tax, while Boulder County currently maintains 12 county sales taxes.Some support1 report
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Local municipalities in Boulder County, Colorado, are responding to reports regarding data center water consumption.Some support1 report
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Barker, a public information officer for Boulder Fire-Rescue, is based in Boulder, which is located within Boulder County.Some support2 reports
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A plaintiff sued over property issues in his county, Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Boulder County established a fund to address the local housing affordability gap.Some support1 report
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Candidates for county leadership in Boulder County received endorsements on July 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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Rising insurance premiums due to wildfire risk in specific areas of Colorado, leading to mandates for insurers to share risk scores.Some support1 report
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Boulder County is fortunate to have providers.Some support1 report
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Trail usage data has been released for specific areas within Boulder County, including Betasso Preserve and Hall Ranch.Some support1 report
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The Boulder County Treasurer Office collects taxes and manages county finances.Some support1 report
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Boulder County oversaw the distribution of federal ARPA funds and Judy Amabile endorsed a candidate for county treasurer.Some support1 report
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Boulder County operates under state-wide fire management conditions.Some support3 reports
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The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for Boulder County due to forecast conditions.Some support1 report
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Claire Levy, a county commissioner, discussed how local airports serve different emergency and community needs in Boulder County.Some support1 report
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Commissioners in Boulder County backed continued regional trail projects.Some support1 report
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Boulder County is situated within the state of Colorado.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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SM Energy Company is seeking land in Boulder County for well construction projects.Some support1 report
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Agnes was honored at the Boulder Jewish Community Center while conducting business in Boulder County.Some support2 reports
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Boulder County and nearby mountain areas such as Loveland foothills and Estes Park were mentioned.Some support1 report
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Around Boulder County this week
News at the entities that move Boulder County most-
Colorado StructuralThree separate events occurred on August 28, 2026: a Leon County grand jury report, a Colorado pardon by Polis, and alleged misuse of funds by DeSantis.Moves Boulder County
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Suncor Energy OperationalSuncor Energy extracts oil from Canada's oil sands.Moves Boulder County
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Boulder StructuralBoulder cites successful vacancy tax models from Berkeley, Vancouver, and Oakland.Moves Boulder County
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Federal Emergency Management Agency StructuralFEMA released funds for projects in Wheeling on September 28, involving Robert Herron.Moves Boulder County
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ARPA StructuralThe end of federal ARPA funding has caused budget challenges, prompting discussions about major city investments in the proposed 2027 budget.Moves Boulder County
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supreme court StructuralGyanesh Kumar's orders related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) procedure in West Bengal were challenged in the Supreme Court.Moves Boulder County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 252, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Colorado Structural
Boulder County is a jurisdictional subdivision whose operations are regulated and governed by the State of Colorado.
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Suncor Energy Operational
Boulder County and Suncor Energy are engaged in ongoing, high-stakes litigation concerning climate change liability and damages.
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Boulder Structural
Boulder City is geographically located within Boulder County and maintains a structural relationship through shared jurisdiction and active civic collaboration.
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Jana Petersen Structural
Jana Petersen formally serves as the Administrator for Boulder County, establishing a formal administrative dependency.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
FEMA provides necessary funding for infrastructure projects within Boulder County.
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Exxon Operational
Boulder County is actively pursuing a lawsuit against Exxon seeking damages related to climate change impacts.
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ExxonMobil Transactional
Boulder County initiated a lawsuit against ExxonMobil seeking damages related to climate change contributions.
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ARPA Structural
Boulder County was responsible for the oversight and distribution of funds originating from the ARPA program.
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Suzanne Jones Operational
Suzanne Jones served as the Executive Director, a leadership role that functions as the operational head of Boulder County.
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supreme court Structural
Boulder County's legal actions and ordinances are subject to the ultimate review and authority of the Supreme Court.
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Molly Fitzpatrick Structural
Molly Fitzpatrick serves in the formal capacity of Boulder County Clerk & Recorder.
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Community Foundation Structural
The foundation provides services that meet the operational needs of the county government.
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Johnson Structural
Boulder County relies on the agency Johnson for critical resource management, specifically for irrigation support.
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ConocoPhillips Operational
Boulder County is engaged in active litigation against ConocoPhillips regarding corporate climate change practices.
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Xcel Energy Operational
Xcel Energy operates within Boulder County, providing services and undergoing infrastructure projects while facing scrutiny over past failures.
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EarthRights International Operational
EarthRights International is actively engaged as legal counsel and representative for Boulder County in a major ongoing lawsuit.
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Regional Transportation District Structural
The Regional Transportation District relies on sales tax contributions collected by Boulder County for its operations.
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Mobil Operational
Boulder County is engaged in active legal action seeking corporate accountability from Mobil regarding climate change impacts caused by its fossil fuel operations.
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Michael Dougherty Structural
Michael Dougherty held the office of District Attorney for Boulder County.
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city council Operational
The two bodies are functionally linked as advising entities regarding the urban renewal and planning of the Fort Chambers project.
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National Weather Service Shared context
The National Weather Service issues official weather alerts and warnings relevant to the jurisdiction of Boulder County.
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Dave Gustafson Structural
Dave Gustafson serves as an OSMP Ranger for Boulder County.
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Edie Hooton Shared context
Edie Hooton is running for a political seat that represents the jurisdiction of Boulder County.
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Colorado Bureau of Investigation Structural
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation reviewed the county's investigation into a death case.
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agency Structural
Boulder County is subject to regulatory oversight by an agency, with the regulatory basis currently affected by litigation.
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Agnes Shared context
Agnes served in a high-level executive capacity within the administrative jurisdiction of Boulder County.
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Louisville Structural
Louisville functions as a community reliant on the infrastructure provided by Boulder County, specifically the rail line.
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Melito Mentioned together
Melito was interviewed regarding the issues facing Boulder County.
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Maryland Mentioned together
Both entities are co-mentioned in discussions regarding complex ballot measure issues.
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Denver Shared context
Boulder County and Denver share a regional context defined by infrastructure and water supply.
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Deirdre Macnab Shared context
Macnab operates as a rancher within the jurisdiction of Boulder County.
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Michael Joseph Shared context
Boulder County serves as the jurisdiction where Michael Joseph's property issues are currently being litigated.
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Erie Mentioned together
The two entities are linked in a risk assessment model where Erie's negative trends are used to inform incorporation risks for Boulder County.
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Lakota Operational
The relationship is characterized by Native Nations requesting co-management of resources, implying formal coordination.
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Justia Structural
Justia is providing details and services related to legal claims made by Boulder County.
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Cape Cod Mentioned together
Both Boulder County and Cape Cod are mentioned as subjects of local film festival documentaries.
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Betasso Preserve Shared context
Betasso Preserve is geographically situated within the jurisdiction of Boulder County.
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Celestial Seasonings Mentioned together
A and B are featured together in local film festival documentaries.
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Rachel Friend Shared context
Rachel Friend is campaigning for the Treasurer position within Boulder County.
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Daniel Turner Operational
Co-authored a report regarding lawsuits originating in Boulder County.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
12 events- Jonathan Skinner-Thompson, a law professor, and Deirdre Macnab, a rancher, are identified as residents of Boulder County, Colorado.
- Gross Reservoir expansion secures water supply for the region.
- Xero is mentioned in a Longmont financial systems help event, while Molly Fitzpatrick serves as Boulder County Clerk & Recorder.
- FEMA approved funding for local and municipal projects in Boulder County, Colorado.
- Childcare demand is outpacing availability in Boulder County, while small towns like Nederland face economic challenges compared to larger hubs like Nederland.
- The CBI reviewed the investigation into a death case that occurred in Boulder County.
- Dave Gustafson was interviewed regarding the ongoing issues facing Boulder County while serving as an OSMP Ranger for the county.
- Ginger Johnson operates childcare in Longmont, which is a city located within Boulder County.
- Local film festival documentaries are focusing on Boulder County, Celestial Seasonings, University of Colorado Boulder, and Cape Cod.
- Boulder County and Douglas County are currently debating the expansion of their respective commissions.
- Monarch Park is located within the proposed Niwot boundary, which is governed by Boulder County commissioners.
- Multnomah County has filed lawsuits against fossil fuel companies, and Suncor Energy is involved in a lawsuit against Boulder County.
August 2026
18 events- Boulder County is facing severe business challenges, with the city council currently debating potential tax hikes and incentive program extensions.
- Xcel Energy is currently undergoing an undergrounding project in Boulder County, and the CPUC is expected to unveil new guidelines for shutoff events.
- The City of Boulder is within the jurisdiction of Boulder County.
- Boulder County and Maryland are discussing complex ballot measure issues.
- A revived local newspaper whose geographic area of coverage includes Boulder County and Boulder is being discussed, along with the owner of the paper.
- Regulations affect development and growth, and industry operates within the county limits of Boulder County.
- Wildfire activity has been reported affecting multiple jurisdictions in Boulder and Larimer Counties.
- A business support structure in Boulder County, involving the Hall of Fame, invests in local business education pipelines and serves financial institutions.
- Boulder County filed lawsuits against Suncor Energy and ExxonMobil regarding corporate climate actions.
- A lawsuit has been filed seeking damages from Suncor Energy related to climate change costs.
- Concerns were raised regarding the historical representation of the Fort Chambers project in Boulder County.
- Boulder County is facing pressure to raise property taxes due to declining birth rates and an aging population.
- John Reed resides in Boulder County while Native Nations request co-management of Haystack.
- Air quality issues are prevalent in Boulder County, Colorado.
- State grants are impacting local farming practices in Boulder County, Colorado.
- Michael Greve, a law professor, is involved in a case that originated in Boulder County, Colorado, while he teaches at George Mason University.
- Boulder County filed a lawsuit against energy companies, with commentary from a former Arizona solicitor general.
- Jana Petersen has been appointed as the Administrator for Boulder County.
July 2026
17 events- Longmont is located within Boulder County.
- Boulder County uses a lake for irrigation support.
- Boulder County faces a property tax vote to fund childcare services.
- East Troublesome fire impacted Grand County, while a separate Marshall fire affected Boulder County on July 29, 2026.
- The city of Boulder is addressing demographic shifts occurring within Boulder County.
- An incident involving Mark Zen has occurred in Fort Lupton, near Boulder County.
- City and Boulder County collaborated on a recycling venture involving the Center for ReSource Conservation and ReSOURCE.
- Longmont is proposing an increase to its public safety tax, while Boulder County currently maintains 12 county sales taxes.
- Local municipalities in Boulder County, Colorado, are responding to reports regarding data center water consumption.
- A plaintiff sued over property issues in his county, Boulder County.
- Boulder County established a fund to address the local housing affordability gap.
- Candidates for county leadership in Boulder County received endorsements on July 6, 2026.
- Rising insurance premiums due to wildfire risk in specific areas of Colorado, leading to mandates for insurers to share risk scores.
- Boulder County is fortunate to have providers.
- Trail usage data has been released for specific areas within Boulder County, including Betasso Preserve and Hall Ranch.
- The Boulder County Treasurer Office collects taxes and manages county finances.
- Boulder County oversaw the distribution of federal ARPA funds and Judy Amabile endorsed a candidate for county treasurer.
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June 2026
13 events- Exxon is accused of contributing to climate change via fossil fuels and has jointly filed a lawsuit against defendants regarding the issue.
- A lawsuit was filed against major oil and gas producers in Boulder County, West Virginia.
- Affordability issues are affecting residents of Erie, while a candidate is noted as a third-generation Coloradan.
- Severe fire risk impacted Boulder County, Colorado, where Xcel Energy operates as a utility provider.
- Barker, a public information officer for Boulder Fire-Rescue, is based in Boulder, which is located within Boulder County.
- Boulder County operates under state-wide fire management conditions.
- The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for Boulder County due to forecast conditions.
- Claire Levy, a county commissioner, discussed how local airports serve different emergency and community needs in Boulder County.
- Commissioners in Boulder County backed continued regional trail projects.
- Boulder County is situated within the state of Colorado.
- SM Energy Company is seeking land in Boulder County for well construction projects.
- Agnes was honored at the Boulder Jewish Community Center while conducting business in Boulder County.
- Boulder County and nearby mountain areas such as Loveland foothills and Estes Park were mentioned.