Good morning, Greeley! In today’s edition: Brad Williams stand-up, hidden gems field trip, opening night of Alice in Wonderland, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

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Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.

Local storefronts in transition: Downtown Greeley saw five new businesses and two restaurant closures in December, including Alkynes of Vines and Ellie’s Corner, plus a Domino’s in the old Peerless Tires Building — get all the details.

A night of laughs ahead: Stand-up comedian Brad Williams will perform at Greeley’s Union Colony Civic Center on Saturday, January 17. Tickets start at $42, and he has two Showtime specials — get all the details.

Ignite 2026: Women’s Creative Gathering @ The Elizabeth Hotel, Autograph Collection | Sunday (1/11) at 1:00 PM – Skip the group chat and get some in-person spark at Ignite 2026, a women’s creative gathering with big ideas, new friends, and that rare feeling of actually being inspired. Less small talk, more sisterhood, and you might even remember why you love this town — see the event listing.

Roundabouts reshape local travel: Finishing touches on Greeley’s 16th Street project start this month, capping a year of work to boost safety and link UNC to downtown, as some businesses closed despite grant help — read the full story.

Field Trip! Swipe Right on Hidden Gems @ Loveland Museum | Saturday (1/10) at 10:00 AM – Treat the city like a dating app, and swipe right on the spots you usually drive past. This guided field trip hits hidden gems worthy of your precious free time, with easy walking, good company, and the smug joy of knowing a secret first — see the event listing.

New standards alter local permits: Weld County commissioners approved electric vehicle charging rules implemented Dec. 29, allowing non-residential use and responding to state law, with effects for people who charge on their own property — get details on the changes.

Are you overpaying? The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. I was paying over $300 for ONE car until I checked out various quotes, switched providers, and ultimately cut my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably losing money too — this free comparison tool makes it easy.

Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had it’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.

A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).

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🛠 Tool Sharpening @ Linc Library Innovation Center | Monday (1/12) at 5:00 PM – This hands-on sharpening session turns dull chisels, loppers, axes, and scissors into safe, satisfying tools again. Learn the tricks, swap a few shop stories, and leave with edges so clean you’ll start inventing projects just to use them. Sí, también en español.

📖 Paws to Read @ Centennial Park Library | Monday (1/12) at 6:00 PM – Whether your kid whispers every word or delivers a dramatic reading to an audience of none, therapy dogs are all ears. Bring a book, let them read to a waggy, judgment-free listener, and watch confidence grow, no grades, no pressure, just tail-wagging support.

🧙 FlavorQuest: Fantasy Edition @ LINC Library Innovation Center | Wednesday (1/14) at 4:30 PM – Let your teen eat their way through fantasy worlds, you enjoy a rare quiet spell. This month lands in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, with Wonka-worthy candy and simple cooking skills. Open to grades 6-12, registration preferred, no golden ticket required.

🎬 Patton Veterans Project ‘I Was There’ Film Screening @ Aims Community College Welcome Center | Wednesday (1/14) at 5:30 PM – These short films were made by veterans in the Patton Veterans Project, so expect raw stories, and bring tissues, not capes. Head to Aims Community College Welcome Center for a community screening that hits the heart, sparks conversation, and reminds us why we show up.

🕊 MLK Service Day @ Centennial Park Library | Thursday (1/15) at 4:00 PM – Swing by for MLK Service Day and put those good intentions to work. We’re assembling hygiene and literacy kits, making no-sew fleece scarves and kindness cards, and OtterCares sends each family home with a chapter book, plus a how-to-help workbook. Easy drop-in, feel-good vibes.

🏀 Sacramento State Hornets at Northern Colorado Bears Women’s Basketball @ Bank of Colorado Arena | Thursday (1/15) at 6:00 PM – UNC women host Sacramento State at Bank of Colorado Arena, and yes, the Bears can still box out like your stubborn snow shovel. Skip the couch, grab a seat at the Bank, and get your cardio cheering, clapping, and lightly heckling the refs.

🐇 Opening Night: Alice in Wonderland @ M.A.D. House Elementary Theater | Friday (1/16) – Trade your to-do list for a ticket and follow the White Rabbit to opening night of Alice in Wonderland. Expect opening-night buzz, curious characters, and witty nonsense that pairs nicely with a sitter, a sensible cardigan, and finally silencing those endless notifications.

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Weather forecast

Today – High: 49°F – Low: 18°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny. High near 49, with temperatures falling to around 44 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 18, with temperatures rising to around 20 overnight. West northwest wind around 6 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 53°F – Low: 21°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 53. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 21. West wind around 5 mph.

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