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Collecting Donations for Flood Relief in Texas - Truck Departs on July 20th from La Junta

Published: 07/17/2025

Left to right: Carolyn Ehrlich, Millie Nolan, Sammy Blanchard, Larry Hall, Jerry Deihl, Big Tony (Denver), Kathy Davis and Everett Blanchard (Courtesy Photo) Another Flood Relief Truck Departs for Texas on Sunday Another truck picking up donations...

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James Jason Litz Obituary

Published: 07/17/2025

James Jason Litz October 14, 1940 — July 17, 2025 Obituary James Jason LitzA graveside memorial service is pending for lifelong Lamar, Colorado resident, formerly of Syracuse, Kansas, James Jason Litz. James was born on October 14, 1940 at L...

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Repeat Arson Suspect Arrested After Second Fire Threatens Cañon City Businesses

Published: 07/17/2025

Same Suspect - Second Arson Arrest On July 15th, 2025, at approximately 9:28 pm, Cañon City Police Officers responded to the area of 105 Latigo Lane, in Cañon City, for a reported fire in the trees to the west of this address. Multip...

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Charlotte Gonzales Obituary

Published: 07/17/2025

Charlotte Gonzales October 15, 1926 — July 15, 2025 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Charlotte Gonzales, 99, of La Junta, Colorado, passed peacefully on TBD July 15, 2025, surrounded by her family at the Crowley County Nursing Home in Ordway, CO....

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4th Plays in the Park Youth Production of Annie Jr. in La Junta July 24 - 26, 2025

Published: 07/16/2025

4th Plays in the Park Youth Production of Annie Jr. in La Junta July 24 - 26, 2025 Join Plays in the Park Youth-Led Theatre Company for the heartwarming adventure of Annie JR.! Packed with beloved songs, energy, and excitement, this award-winning ...

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Otero College Honors Outstanding Faculty and Staff with 2025 Excellence Awards

Published: 07/16/2025

Otero College Honors Outstanding Faculty and Staff with 2025 Excellence Awards Name and Story Award This year’s Name and Story Award goes to someone who truly lives out Otero College’s mission of knowing each student by name and honori...

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300 Endangered Boreal Toadlets Released Near Leadville in Major Colorado Conservation Effort

Published: 07/16/2025

Photo Credit: FCON Dailyn Souder Partnered effort Breeds Hope for Colorado’s Endangered Amphibian Colorado Springs, Colo. – Amphibian and aquatic species experts from the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance and Colorado Parks and Wildlife...

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Colorado State Patrol Uses Grappler to Stop Stolen Vehicle on I-25; Suspect Apprehended After Foot Chase

Published: 07/16/2025

The Colorado State Patrol Apprehends Suspect In Stolen Vehicle Using Grappler (Colorado) - At approximately 3:47 a.m. on July 16, 2025, the Colorado State Patrol responded to the area of East 84th Avenue and Grant Street, following a Thornton Poli...

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Cañon City Man Arrested for Multiple Arson Fires; Quick Response Prevents Major Damage

Published: 07/16/2025

Cañon City Man Arrested for Multiple Arson Fires; Quick Response Prevents Major Damage Man arrested on arson charges On July 15th, 2025, at approximately 12:42 am, Cañon City Police Officers responded to the Cañon City Museum ...

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Rocky Ford Public Works Employees Recovering After Accident; Trash Service Continues with Community Support

Published: 07/16/2025

Rocky Ford Public Works Employees Recovering After Accident; Trash Service Continues with Community Support Public Works Update – July 16, 2025 I want to take a moment to provide an update on the tragic accident that occurred yesterday invol...

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Suspected Arson Sparks Wildfire Near Highway 50 in Cañon City; Suspect in Custody

Published: 07/16/2025

Suspected Arson Sparks Wildfire Near Highway 50 in Cañon City; Suspect in Custody At approximately 9:30 pm last night (7-15-25) Canon City firefighters were called to the area of the Four Mile Creek Bridge and US Highway 50 for a wildland f...

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Rocky Ford Trash Truck Crash Injures Crew; Delays Expected as City Seeks Replacement and Support

Published: 07/15/2025

Rocky Ford Trash Truck Crash Injures Crew; Delays Expected as City Seeks Replacement and Support TRASH SERVICE PSA – ACCIDENT & SERVICE UPDATE Today, the City of Rocky Ford experienced a serious accident involving our trash truck, result...

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Grant Thomas Hilti Obituary

Published: 07/15/2025

Grant Thomas Hilti May 22, 1988 - July 7, 2025 Obituary Grant Thomas Hilti of Denver, Colorado entered into rest July 7, 2025 at his home in Denver, Colorado. He was born May 22, 1988 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Cindy Lee Nunn and Markus Thomas Hilti. H...

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Harvey Dean Fellhauer Obituary

Published: 07/15/2025

Harvey "Dean" Fellhauer August 3rd, 1942 - July 11th, 2025 Obituary Harvey Dean Fellhauer of Manzanola passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025 at the age of 82 at his home surrounded by his family. Dean was born in La Junta to Harvey & Edith Fell...

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Colorado’s COTREX App Now Includes Real-Time Wildfire and Prescribed Burn Alerts

Published: 07/14/2025

Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) app gives wildfire alerts to outdoor recreationists DENVER — Ahead of the dry summer season, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) wants to remind the Colorado outdoor community that the Colorado Trail Explorer (...

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Bud Bennett Obituary

Published: 07/14/2025

Bud Bennett December 18, 1936 ~ July 8, 2025 (age 88) Obituary Bud Bennett was born on December 18, 1936, in Denver, Colorado, to Wilbur LeRoy and Esther Ida (Bauer) Bennett. A lifelong public servant, Bud dedicated more than thirty years of his l...

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Judy Lynn (Shackelford) Harper Obituary

Published: 07/14/2025

Judy Lynn (Shackelford) Harper February 4, 1948 – July 8, 2025 Obituary Judy Lynn (Shackelford) Harper, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, at the age of 77. Known affectionate...

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Dragon Bravo Fire Destroys Grand Canyon Lodge, Forces North Rim Closure for 2025 Season

Published: 07/13/2025

Dragon Bravo Fire Destroys Grand Canyon Lodge, Forces North Rim Closure for 2025 Grand Canyon National Park Update on Dragon Bravo Fire The Dragon Bravo Fire on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park exhibited extreme and volatile fire behavi...

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Allen Wade Watts Obituary

Published: 07/11/2025

Allen Wade Watts July 18, 1962 ~ July 1, 2025 62 Years Old Obituary A graveside memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 12th at the Eads Cemetery. A reception to greet Allen's family and share memories will be held at the Eads S...

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Prowers County Mourns the Passing of Former Commissioner John Stulp, Celebrates His Legacy of Service

Published: 07/10/2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of the Honorable John Stulp, former Prowers County Commissioner. John was a dedicated and dependable leader whose steady hand and thoughtful guidance brought lasting stability to our community. His commitment ...

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High-Speed Pueblo West Crash Kills 2, Injures 2; Speed and Alcohol Being Investigated

Published: 07/10/2025

Two Killed, Two Injured in High-Speed Rollover Crash in Pueblo West; Speed and Alcohol Being Investigated On Thursday 7/10/2025 at approximately 1:58 am, a 2018 Audi sedan was traveling south on S. McCulloch Blvd. at a high rate of speed, approach...

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Celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Peter at St Peter's Church

Published: 07/10/2025

You Are Cordially Invited To celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Peter Patronal Feast of St. Peter's Church Rocky Ford & Ordway Join us in honoring our patron, Saint Peter, with a special Mass and joyful celebration! Saturday, July 12 Dear Parish...

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CBI Arrests Daniel DeVito for First-Degree Murder in Blue River Homicide of Jordan Labarre

Published: 07/09/2025

Murder Arrest in Blue River Homicide July 9, 2025 – CBI – Blue River, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has obtained an arrest warrant for 46-year old Daniel Joseph DeVito charging him with the 1st Degree Murder of ...

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Colorado Agriculture Commissioner Remembers Former Commissioner John Stulp as Mentor, Leader, and Water Policy Champion

Published: 07/09/2025

Colorado Agriculture Commissioner Remembers Former Commissioner John Stulp as Mentor, Leader, and Water Policy Champion “I am deeply saddened by the passing of John Stulp, one of my predecessors whom I considered a dear friend and mentor. Jo...

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John R. Stulp, Jr. Obituary

Published: 07/09/2025

John R. Stulp, Jr. December 27, 1948 — July 7, 2025 Obituary A memorial service is pending for longtime Lamar resident John R. Stulp, Jr. John was born on December 27, 1948 at Yuma, CO to John and Nina (Dunafon) Stulp Sr. and passed away on ...

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Frank Perez Obituary

Published: 07/09/2025

Frank Perez November 28, 1973 — July 7, 2025 Obituary A celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Frank Perez will be held at 10:00AM on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at the Lamar Christian Church with Pastor Manuel Tamez of the Life Center...

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Tom Pryor Obituary

Published: 07/09/2025

Tom Pryor March 29, 1949 — July 8, 2025 La Junta Obituary Thomas C. Pryor (Tom) went on to his next adventure surrounded by family on July 8, 2025. He married Janis (Maruyama) his high school sweetheart in Las Animas. They moved to Greeley, ...

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Tony Madrid Obituary

Published: 07/09/2025

Tony Madrid July 5, 1959 — July 7, 2025 La Junta Obituary Tony Madrid, 66, of La Junta, Colorado peacefully passed away Monday, July 7, 2025, at Joni Fair Hospice House in Pueblo, Colorado surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 5,...

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Gilbert Rodriguez Obituary

Published: 07/09/2025

Gilbert Rodriguez February 3rd, 1932 - July 7th, 2025 Obituary It is with deep love and respect that we announce the passing of Gilbert Rodriguez at the age of 93 in Rocky Ford. He was a devoted father, grandfather, veteran, and community member. ...

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Town of Swink July 9, 2025 Public Meeting Agenda

Published: 07/08/2025

TOWN OF SWINK STATE OF COLORADO Board of Trustees A G E N D A DATE: WEDNESDAY, July 9th, 2025 TIME: 7:00 PM - General Meeting Call To Order – 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. Consensus Items Minutes of Previous Meeting Payment of Bill...

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