Kody Wilson – “Neurospicy” storm lover builds a career on Facebook as Kody the Weather Guy
Dan England
Dan England has worked for Colorado media for nearly 25 years, including 20 at the Greeley Tribune. During his time at the Tribune he won more than 100 state and national awards, including Best of Show from the Colorado Press Association in 2015. Dan loves to write about the outdoors, as they are not just a job but an adventure: He has completed more than 20 marathons and 15 ultramarathons in addition to climbing more than 200 peaks, including all the 14ers in Colorado and Mount Rainier in Washington. Dan also plays trombone, but his wife, Valerie Vampola, deserves the spotlight more, as she sings for living, doing gigs as a solo artist and with Katie Quick in addition to guest appearances with bands across Colorado and teaching with the Loveland Academy of Music. Dan has three children, Jayden and his twin girls, Andie and Allie, and a heeler, Pepper, who in addition to training with him ran her first trail marathon last year in western Kansas.
Selected works by the author:
Social Media Celebrities
Influencers are some of Northern Colorado's biggest stars. But Kim Kardashian was right: It's a full-time job, or at least it can feel that way, and it's not as easy as it may appear. These three local women have earned the title of influencers, whether or not that...
Something Good in the Neighborhood – Ski for Light
Ski for Light helps the visually impaired experience outdoor adventures
Sewing Circles
Fiber arts shops provide yarn, stitching supplies and community
Stirred, but Not Shaken
Forecasters project a steady economy in 2026 but say caution is needed
A Dog-gone Good Time
Dog sledding offers a chance to ride or take the reins
Rewriting Futures
Fort Collins-based nonprofit celebrates 25th year buying books for children of low-income families
Something Good in the Neighborhood – Andrew Johnson
Dad’s event teaches fathers how to help daughters get dolled up
Home Checklist: Seasonal To-dos
Many Colorado homeowners mark the seasons by the weather and the chores they create. Check off these honey-dos recommended by local pros throughout the year. Winter ♦ Check the cords on your holiday decorations to prevent fires and electrical shorts. “They need solid...