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A Legacy of Gratitude
Four generations of family and community shape the legacy Glenn Frank carries forward. Article by Donja Medina | Photography by Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning Some legacies are measured by what a person builds. Others, by what they pass along. For Glenn Frank, the two have always gone hand in hand. His family’s story in Fort Collins reaches back to 1934, spanning 90 years and four generations in the trades. In 1996, Glenn purchased Fort Collins Sheet Metal from his grandfather...
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Sweetness Worth Sharing
For Holli McElwee, Kilwins is a story of family, community and giving back. Article by Carli Taylor-Drake | Photography by Rasor Sharp & Bob Younger Images At Kilwins in Old Town, the scent of chocolate, warm waffle cones, and freshly made fudge greets you. But for owner Holli McElwee, the sweetest part isn't behind the glass. It is the people. When McElwee thinks about what she is most thankful for, she starts with faith, family, and a community she never expected would become home. A...
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Thankful for the People Behind the Dream
Behind Dude Dad is a team built on friendship, trust, family and showing up together. Article by Carli Taylor-Drake & Heidi Calmus | Photography by Bob Younger Images & Provided When Taylor Calmus looks around his Fort Collins studio, he doesn’t just see a growing business. He sees those sitting next to him who helped him along the way. Friends became coworkers, coworkers became family, and for Taylor, that’s the part of the Dude Dad story he’s most thankful for. The Dude Dad business has over...
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Driven By Community
For generations, Pedersen Toyota has supported local causes, strengthened community connections, and helped build a brighter Northern Colorado. Article by Fort Collins City Lifestyle | Photography by RamStrength & RespiteCare In Northern Colorado, community is more than where we live. It’s the neighbors who show up when someone needs help, the businesses that give back, and the belief that making a difference begins close to home. For more than 50 years, family-owned Pedersen Toyota in Fort...
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