Loveland’s water has recently been reported to test, on average, approximately four times higher than the EPA’s PFOS standard, with finished-water PFOS levels reported around 17 ppt. Actual levels vary by well and by sampling date.

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A Valentine Lady is a woman who has distinguished herself by her commitment and involvement in the community, and like a Marine … once a Valentine Lady, ALWAYS a Valentine Lady. The Loveland Valentine Lady tradition began in 1972, when Dr. Roland Boike introduced the idea & coined the phrase “There is nothing in this world so sweet as love.” His secretary, Doris Pfiester, volunteered to stamp all cards, which Doris did until 1988 when her daughter, Ruth, took over the stampi

Forty years ago today was the first time I had to confront my own eventual death. I was only ten at the time, and I was on my way to the hospital. There was something going on with my health, and not a single doctor had been able to figure out the problem. My legs were feeling heavy and tired, there was blood in my urine, and in addition to the physical symptoms there were visible red dots showing up on my legs. Every day I would get a few new red dots, and my parents would t

"Last year, I ran for Loveland City Council because I care deeply about this city and the people who live here."