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Adams County Festival Latino Returns Sunday, Sept. 15

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Festival Latino
Posted on: September 9, 2024

Adams County is proud to announce the return of Festival Latino on Sunday, Sept. 15, noon – 7 p.m., at Riverdale Regional Park. Experience a day filled with vibrant cultural celebrations, including live music, dance performances, art installations, and delicious Latino cuisine. This free, family-friendly event will showcase the rich heritage and diversity of Latino culture in the region.

Building on the success of last year’s inaugural festival, this year’s event promises to be even more spectacular. Attendees will be treated to performances by popular local and regional acts, including Proyección MG, Chicano Heat, and Nexos. In addition to the musical entertainment, the festival will feature large-scale sculptural installations, interactive art experiences, and opportunities for reflection from seven world-class visual artists, local and regional to Colorado. 2024 Festival Latino artists are Cal Duran, Sasha Primo, Beto Mojardin, Jerry Jaramillo, Cihuah Collective, Sammiotzi, and Markus Puskar. The artists each explore cultural expression and heritage through their personal stories and experiences.

“Festival Latino is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the vibrant culture that is so integral to Adams County,” said Emma Pinter, Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. “This year, we’ve expanded our offerings to include more art, more performances, and more opportunities for families to connect and enjoy a day of celebration.”

Commissioner Lynn Baca had an integral role in establishing Festival Latino in 2023 and echoes those sentiments, emphasizing the importance of cultural events in fostering community unity. "We're excited to welcome our residents to Festival Latino again this year,” said Baca. “This festival demonstrates Adams County's commitment to our Hispanic/Latino residents, who make up 42 percent of our population. We are so honored to host this special event and highlight the Latino culture through music, art, food, and entertainment, and to end the day with a fireworks display."

In addition to the artistic and cultural offerings, the festival will also feature a variety of food vendors serving authentic Latino cuisine, ensuring festival-goers can enjoy a true taste of Latino culture. The day will conclude with a fireworks display at sunset, providing a fitting end to a day of celebration.

For more information, visit adcogov.org/festival-latino.

Google Fiber and Adams County
Posted on: May 14, 2024

Adams County Commissioners Vote to Enhance Internet Services for All Residents

Google Fiber will bring faster speeds and better service to Adams County internet users, as the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) approved an agreement today with the company that allows the installation, maintenance, and operation of a fiber-optic broadband network in the public right-of-way.

Pride Logo
Posted on: May 13, 2024

Adams County Pride Returns Saturday, June 8

Adams County Pride is back at Riverdale Regional Park on Saturday, June 8. Take pride in who you are and celebrate love, diversity, and equality at the free, family-friendly festival.

Starting at 11 a.m., featured activities will include roller skating and art exhibits with Rainbow Dome, live music/entertainment, Airbound attractions, volleyball, and a drag show that’s guaranteed to dazzle.

Posted on: May 3, 2024

Check Your Air, Improve Your Health: Phone App Empowers Community During Air Quality Awareness Week

It’s no secret air pollution can cause both long- and short-term health conditions ranging from an itchy throat and shortness of breath to asthma attacks, cardiovascular disease, and mental illness.

That’s why Air Quality Awareness Week (AQAW) is back this year from May 6-10, with a greater focus than ever on empowering communities to find out what’s in the air they’re breathing and take action to better their health.

This year’s theme is “Knowing Your Air” with a different topic for each day of the week:

Posted on: April 19, 2024

Recycling in Adams County is Easier This Earth Day

Residents can celebrate Earth Day by signing up for recycling at their homes, a service now available in all parts of unincorporated Adams County.

In February, the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) unanimously approved an ordinance that requires all trash collection providers operating in unincorporated Adams County to offer curbside recycling services to their residential and commercial customers. The ordinance does not mandate what trash providers can charge for recycling services paid by the resident or business.

Colorado Curated Story - USS Colorado
Posted on: March 27, 2024

Adams County Partners with History Colorado to Develop Colorado Curated Story: USS Colorado

In 2023, when Adams County unveiled the Adams County Veterans Memorial – a replica of the USS Colorado – at Riverdale Regional Park, Adams County residents with ties to the renowned vessel donated items to honor the lives of veterans. Among the objects received by Adams County were letters, photographs, and artifacts that told the story of life aboard the USS Colorado. 

Posted on: March 26, 2024

Colorado Air and Space Port Receives State Grant to Rehabilitate Ramp and Taxiway Areas

Colorado Air and Space Port (CASP) is receiving a $500,000 grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Aeronautics Division to perform pavement rehabilitation work on some of CASP’s most heavily used taxiways and ramp areas. Adams County is providing $55,555 as the local grant match toward the work with a total project cost of $555,555 in a 90/10 partnership.

On Tuesday, March 26, the Adams County Board of Commissioners (BoCC) applauded the grant in Public Hearing.