COMMUNITY VOICES

The Loveland Daily is committed to the ideas and concerns of our readers. Loveland is not defined by a single viewpoint, our diversity of opinions makes us think, reflect and gain strength in our own beliefs. We invite residents to participate through letters, community articles, and civil discussion—held to standards that promote respectful, informed dialogue. Strong opinions are welcome; misinformation and personal attacks are not. W ednesday night, nearly 150 individuals b

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