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Johnstown is taking the next step in its broader downtown redevelopment effort.The Town Council unanimously approved the...
08/18/2026

Johnstown is taking the next step in its broader downtown redevelopment effort.

The Town Council unanimously approved the Downtown Development Authority’s Plan of Development, giving the DDA the formal framework it will use to carry out priorities identified through the broader Downtown Master Plan and to direct future tax increment financing toward eligible projects.

Near-term priorities include sidewalk and streetscape improvements, parking management, attracting more retail businesses and increasing evening activity downtown.

Longer-term possibilities include redevelopment of the Rieder and Held properties, an Urban Farm concept and a potential performing arts center — though those remain future concepts, not approved construction projects.

Read the full story:
https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/johnstown-approves-long-term-blueprint-for-downtown-redevelopment/

🚧 WCR 15 resurfacing project approvedJohnstown Town Council has unanimously approved a $797,945 contract with Mountain C...
08/18/2026

🚧 WCR 15 resurfacing project approved

Johnstown Town Council has unanimously approved a $797,945 contract with Mountain Constructors Inc. to resurface WCR 15 between WCR 44 and the Little Thompson Bridge.

Construction is expected to begin in September and continue through about mid-November. During the closure, traffic will be redirected to Colorado Boulevard.

The project also includes $125,795 in bridge guardrail improvements tied to deficiencies identified during a 2025 CDOT inspection.

Town officials said the closure will affect three farmers along the corridor, and the Town and contractor plan to coordinate with them during the October harvest season to maintain needed access.

Read the full story:
https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/johnstown-awards-nearly-798000-contract-for-wcr-15-resurfacing/

🚧 **Johnstown could soon take responsibility for nearly 4 miles of I-25 frontage road.**Town Council will consider accep...
08/17/2026

🚧 **Johnstown could soon take responsibility for nearly 4 miles of I-25 frontage road.**

Town Council will consider accepting approximately **3.9 miles of the east frontage road** Monday night, stretching from Veterans Parkway/WCR 50/LCR 14 north to Ronald Reagan Boulevard.

If accepted, Johnstown would take over access permitting, policing, traffic regulation and future maintenance of the roadway. Town staff says the transfer has no immediate financial impact, although future maintenance expenses would become the Town’s responsibility.

Read more about what the proposed transfer would mean for Johnstown:

https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/johnstown-could-take-control-of-3-9-miles-of-i-25-frontage-road/

Johnstown’s planned Senior Center could be headed for a major redesign.Town officials say Thompson Rivers Parks & Recrea...
08/17/2026

Johnstown’s planned Senior Center could be headed for a major redesign.

Town officials say Thompson Rivers Parks & Recreation District is expected to consider ending its partnership in the project, while the current total project estimate has climbed to nearly $15.9 million, compared with an original $10 million budget.

Johnstown Town Council is scheduled to discuss the project’s future Monday night, including whether to reduce the east wing and leave part of the building unfinished for future Town use.

Read the full story:
https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/johnstown-senior-center-faces-redesign-as-recreation-district-considers-pulling-out/

Johnstown is taking another step toward construction of a major raw water pipeline project.The Town is seeking a constru...
08/10/2026

Johnstown is taking another step toward construction of a major raw water pipeline project.

The Town is seeking a construction manager for a planned system that would include about 10.6 miles of 30-inch transmission main, a new pump station at Lonetree Reservoir and upgrades to existing infrastructure.

The project is intended to increase the amount of raw water that can be delivered to Johnstown’s expanding water treatment plant, with full construction currently targeted to begin in January 2027.

Read more about the project, timeline and what comes next:

https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/johnstown-seeks-construction-manager-for-major-raw-water-pipeline-project/

The Perseid meteor shower peaks this week 🌠If you’ve been waiting to catch one of the year’s best meteor showers, this i...
08/10/2026

The Perseid meteor shower peaks this week 🌠

If you’ve been waiting to catch one of the year’s best meteor showers, this is the week to look up.

The Perseids are expected to peak overnight Aug. 12 into Aug. 13, and 2026 could offer especially favorable viewing thanks to a new moon and darker skies.

Read the full guide here:
https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/perseid-meteor-shower-peaks-this-week-when-and-where-to-watch-near-johnstown/

Are you planning to stay up and watch the Perseids this year? 👀🌌

🔥Happy National S’mores Day!Try a fun twist on the classic by using Keebler Fudge Stripes cookies instead of graham crac...
08/10/2026

🔥Happy National S’mores Day!

Try a fun twist on the classic by using Keebler Fudge Stripes cookies instead of graham crackers.

Toast a marshmallow, add a piece of chocolate or a mini peanut butter cup, and sandwich it between two cookies.

Would you try this version?

🍨 Celebrate National Frozen Custard Day in Johnstown!National Frozen Custard Day is Saturday, August 8, and Johnstown ha...
08/08/2026

🍨 Celebrate National Frozen Custard Day in Johnstown!

National Frozen Custard Day is Saturday, August 8, and Johnstown has two places where you can celebrate with a cup, cone, sundae, shake or concrete.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is extending the celebration throughout the weekend. Freddy’s Rewards members will receive three offers valid from Friday, August 7, through Sunday, August 9:

🍦 $2 Mini Frozen Custard
🍦 $3 Regular Frozen Custard
🍦 $4 Large Frozen Custard

Each offer can be redeemed once at participating locations.

Culver’s of Johnstown also serves fresh frozen custard every day, including dishes, cones, shakes, malts, Concrete Mixers and a rotating Flavor of the Day. We have not found a special National Frozen Custard Day discount from Culver’s, but it remains another local place to join the celebration.

Whether you visit Freddy’s for the Rewards deal or stop by Culver’s for its Flavor of the Day, Saturday is a good excuse to enjoy some frozen custard while supporting businesses operating in Johnstown.

Which Johnstown custard stop are you choosing—and what flavor or toppings are you ordering?

🏢 Ironwood Shops in Johnstown has been sold.The healthcare-anchored retail center at 4848 Larimer Parkway sold to a priv...
08/06/2026

🏢 Ironwood Shops in Johnstown has been sold.

The healthcare-anchored retail center at 4848 Larimer Parkway sold to a private investor in a transaction reportedly valued at $8.25 million, according to BizWest.

The property includes eight commercial suites across more than 17,000 square feet. No redevelopment, tenant changes or operational changes were announced as part of the sale.

Read the full story:
https://www.johnstownrepublic.com/johnstowns-ironwood-shops-sells-for-reported-8-25-million/

🍺 FREE ROOT BEER FLOATS TODAYY!Today is National Root Beer Float Day, and participating A&W restaurants are celebrating ...
08/06/2026

🍺 FREE ROOT BEER FLOATS TODAYY!

Today is National Root Beer Float Day, and participating A&W restaurants are celebrating by giving away free small Root Beer Floats from 2–8 p.m.

No purchase is required. Guests are also encouraged to make an optional donation supporting Disabled American Veterans. You can dontate at the register or here on the Direct DAV donation page:

https://help.dav.org/

The nearest A&W locations to Johnstown are:

📍 A&W Berthoud
802 Mountain Avenue
Berthoud, CO

📍 A&W Greeley
2804 West 10th Street
Greeley, CO

The giveaway is available at participating locations while supplies last, so calling ahead before making the trip is recommended.

Who are you taking out for a free root beer float?

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