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Colorado State Patrol Warns Hands-Free Law Covers More Than Cell Phones and Texting

Published: 05/12/2026

Why Colorado’s Hands-Free Law Isn’t Just About Phones Apps people use while driving (COLO) – When Colorado’s Hands-Free law went into effect on January 1, 2025, most people wanted to simplify the message that texting and cell phones were b...

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Frisco Man Killed in Fatal Crash on Westbound I-70 Near Milepost 203

Published: 05/12/2026

I-70 Fatal Crash Near Frisco The interstate was reopened at 1:27 a.m. (Summit County, COLO) – Yesterday, May 11, 2026, at approximately 9:39 p.m., Colorado State Patrol troopers responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on westbound Interstate 70 n...

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VA Secretary Doug Collins Visits Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare System in Aurora

Published: 05/12/2026

ICYMI: (In Case You Missed It) VA Secretary Doug Collins Visits Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare System AURORA, Colo. – On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins visited the Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare Sys...

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Colorado State Patrol Investigates Serious Injury Crash on Highway 74 Near Lair O’ the Bear

Published: 05/12/2026

**Update** Crash at Highway 74 and Lair 'O the Bear (Jefferson County, COLO) - The ongoing investigation shows a Mini Cooper was driving west on Highway 74 near milepost 13. The Mini Cooper went off the right shoulder of the roadway, striking an u...

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SECOM Highlights Local Leadership, Community Commitment and Reliable Internet Service

Published: 05/12/2026

At SECOM, leadership starts with being local, involved, and committed to the communities we proudly serve every day. Our CEO, Scott Monarco, believes in more than just providing internet, he believes in building relationships, supporting local com...

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Las Animas Schools Name Lana Gardner and Addie Wallace as Superintendent Finalists

Published: 05/12/2026

The Las Animas School District Board of Education will host a "Meet the Candidates Reception" on May 14, 2026, from 4:30pm to 6pm in the Junior High Commons Area. Providing Staff, students and community members an opportunity to meet the Superinte...

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Alamosa Police Seize 6,000+ Fentanyl Pills, Firearms and Narcotics in Major Multi-Agency Drug Bust

Published: 05/11/2026

Traffic Stop Leads to Major Drug Distribution Seizure Alamosa, CO – Starting May 7th, 2026 through May 8th, 2026, the Alamosa Police Department (APD) concluded a significant multi-agency narcotics investigation resulting in the seizure of thousa...

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Bent County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Armed Suspect Report, Schools Secured as Precaution

Published: 05/11/2026

Bent County Law Enforcement Responds to Potential Threat Near County Road 10 On May 11, 2026, the Bent County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a potentially armed suspect in the 30,000 block of County Road 10. Due to the nature of the r...

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Pueblo Police Arrest 3 Drivers Found Passed Out in Running Vehicles Following Fatal DUI Hit & Run

Published: 05/11/2026

Three DUI Suspects Found Unresponsive in Running Vehicles Sunday Night in Pueblo May 10, 2026, at approximately 1:52 a.m. Pueblo police officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Santa Fe after receiving a report of a male passed out in the driv...

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Doug England Announces Re-Election Campaign for Crowley County Assessor, Highlights Transparency and GIS Innovation

Published: 05/11/2026

Doug England Announces Campaign for Re-Election as Crowley County Assessor Doug England is pleased to announce the start of his campaign for re- election as Crowley County Assessor. England has enjoyed serving the people of Crowley County and rema...

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Pueblo Police Arrest Driver After Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash on East 4th Street Bridge

Published: 05/11/2026

On May 9th, 2026, at approximately 1:55 a.m., officers were dispatched to a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle in the 400 block of East 4th Street (4th Street Bridge). Upon arrival, officers located the victim, who was pronounced dec...

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Charles Stephen Shipman Obituary

Published: 05/10/2026

Charles "Chuck" Stephen Shipman February 4, 1935 — May 9, 2026 Obituary Charles “Chuck” Stephen Shipman of Rocky Ford passed away on May 9, 2026 at age 91. Chuck grew up on a farm in Illinois in a family of 5 boys and 3 girls. Chuck became t...

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Catherine B. Santistevan Obituary

Published: 05/10/2026

Catherine B. Santistevan November 30, 1954 — April 30, 2026 Rocky Ford Obituary It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt reverence that we announce the passing of Catherine B. Santistevan, who departed this life on April 30, 2026, in Pueblo, sur...

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Sharon Setter Obituary

Published: 05/10/2026

Sharon Setter March 31, 1944 — May 8, 2026 Obituary A graveside service for longtime Lamar, Colorado resident, Sharon M. Setter will be held at 1:00PM on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at the Fairmount Cemetery in Lamar. Visitation for Sharon will be hel...

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Emergency Water Outage: Victor and Goldfield Residents Told to Stop All Water Use

Published: 05/10/2026

EMERGENCY WATER OUTAGE UPDATE The City of Victor has officially declared an emergency related to the ongoing water outage affecting Victor and Goldfield. Several failures within the system have compounded this crisis and the City has stood up a fo...

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CBI Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting in Montrose After Armed Man Encounter

Published: 05/09/2026

CBI-LED CRITICAL INCIDENT TEAM INVESTIGATING OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTING IN MONTROSE May 9, 2026 – CBI – Montrose, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is leading the 7th Judicial District Critical Incident Team (CIT) investigation i...

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Ordway Workcamp to Bring Nearly 150 Volunteers for Free Home Repairs for Local Residents

Published: 05/09/2026

Desire Sprosty Town Clerk 719-267-3134 Press Release (pre-camp) Town of Ordway is bringing up to 150 teenagers and adults to improve the homes of elderly, disabled, and low-income residents.

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Otero County Offers Free Workforce Resilience Workshops for First Responders, Employees and Community Members

Published: 05/09/2026

COMMUNITY & FIRST RESPONDER Workshops Workforce Resilience Program May 20, 2026 | Otero College - Rizzuto Banquet Room Otero County is pleased to offer two in-person, instruct

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Picketwire Players Present “Come From Away” in La Junta to Honor the 25th Anniversary of 9/11

Published: 05/08/2026

To Honor the 25th Anniversary of September 11th Picketwire Players Present: “Come From Away” Picketwire Players pay homage to the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 by highlighting the strength and service shown with their Spring musical: “Come From A...

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Tri-County Family Care Center Celebrates 31 Years of Serving Families in Rocky Ford and Southeast Colorado

Published: 05/08/2026

Tri-County Family Care Center ‘‘31st’ Anniversary Tri-County Family Care Center (TCFCC) completed “31” years in business as of May 5, 2026. Sarah Dillon, Founder and Executive Director established the Family Center and opened an office a...

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Family Seeks Support After Colorado Crash Kills Young Couple, Leaves Two Daughters Behind

Published: 05/08/2026

Family seeks community support after young couple killed in Colorado highway crash, leaving 5-year-old survivor and two daughters behind After a pickup truck rolled off a Colorado highway and claimed the lives of Devante Griffin, 25, and Klariza T...

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Deluvina Ramirez Obituary

Published: 05/08/2026

Deluvina Ramirez May 20, 1948 — May 2, 2026 La Junta Obituary With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Deluvina Ramirez (Maestas), affectionately known as “Vina” and “Della,” a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend...

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Carl Lee Buford Obituary

Published: 05/07/2026

Carl Lee Buford July 8, 1932 — May 6, 2026 Ordway, CO Obituary Carl Lee Buford, 93, of Ordway, Colorado passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Rocky Ford, Colorado. Carl was born in Lovelady, Texas on July 8, 1932, to John and Emily May (Murphy)...

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Colorado State Patrol Shares 10 Reasons to Wear Your Seat Belt Every Time

Published: 05/07/2026

Top 10 Reasons to Wear Your Seat Belt Every Time The Sound that Saves (COLO) – Despite information and research showing the effectiveness of seat belts, some drivers, especially teen

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Pueblo County Coroner Identifies Man Killed in Fatal Hit-and-Run Near Routt and Baystate Avenues

Published: 05/07/2026

Pueblo County Coroner Identifies Victim in Fatal Hit-and-Run Near Routt and Baystate Avenues PUEBLO, Colo. — The Pueblo County Coroner’s Office has identified the man who died following a hit-and-run crash near Routt Avenue and Baystate Avenue...

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Passenger Train and Tanker Truck Collide Between Rifle and Silt, Causing Derailment

Published: 05/07/2026

Passenger Train and Tanker Truck Collide between Rifle and Silt, Colorado. At approximately 9:39 a.m. this morning, Colorado River Fire Rescue (CRFR) was dispatched to a reported collision involving a passenger train and a tanker truck between Sil...

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Pioneer Health Care Center to Host Community Flag Retirement and Raising Ceremony

Published: 05/06/2026

Join us at Pioneer Health Care Center Friday May 15th at 11:00am! In partnership with our local American Legion, we will respectfully retire the current flag and raise a new one in its place. All are welcome to attend! We invite the community to s...

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CDOT Warns Colorado Motorists to Prepare for Heavy Spring Snow and Hazardous Roads

Published: 05/06/2026

Motorists: prepare for a spring storm this weekSeveral inches of heavy, wet snow expected statewide, including the Denver metro area Statewide - After weeks of summer-like weather, motorists must be prepared for rapidly changing conditions in the ...

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Darwin James Klippert Obituary

Published: 05/06/2026

Darwin James Klippert September 4, 1953 — May 5, 2026 Obituary A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident Darwin James Klippert will be held at 10:00AM on Saturday, May 09, 2026 at the High Plains Fellowship Church with Pastor Paul Floyd off...

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Community to Gather at Gateway Prayer Garden for 75th National Day of Prayer

Published: 05/06/2026

Community Gathers for National Day of Prayer at Gateway Prayer Garden Fountain, CO — On Thursday, May 7th, at 10:00 am community members and leaders will gather at Gateway Prayer Garden for the 75th Annual National Day of Prayer, joining million...

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