The past decade has brought considerable change to northern Larimer County in terms of population growth and hot topics. A review of the last 123 issues of the North Forty News shows that area residents took an active role in setting the pace for change and preserving qualities that make small-town and rural living desirable.

Here are some highlights from the past 10 years.

• Publishers: Support appreciated
• North Forty name rooted in history

• Open space: Preservation common goal
• Water: Closely tied to agriculture, growth
• Farmers, ranchers: Endangered species?
• Transportation: Rails and parallel roads