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Aspen Acres Fire Officials Warn Returning Residents About Active Fire and Re-Entry Hazards

Published: 07/12/2026

As some communities begin to transition back into their homes, we want residents to be aware of some common threats and hazards as you re-enter the fire area. Most importantly - The fire is still active. Please stay alert, stay vigilant, and stay ...

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Gold Mountain Fire Grows to 35,601 Acres as Crews Protect Highway 550, Silver Jack Lake and Nearby Homes

Published: 07/12/2026

Gold Mountain Fire Update – July 12, 2026 Size: 35,601 acres | Containment: 5% | Cause: Undetermined | Start Date: June 27, 2026 @ 5:33p.m.

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Aspen Acres Fire Reaches 98,100 Acres, 35% Contained as Beulah Re-Entry Planned

Published: 07/12/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update Sunday, July 12, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Alaska Complex Incident Management Team 1 Jake Livingston, Incident Commander

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CSP Seeks Witnesses After Highway 71 Crash North of Limon Injures Three

Published: 07/11/2026

**Update** Crash Investigation on Highway 71 CSP seeking witnesses (LINCOLN COUNTY, COLO) - This is an update on the crash that occurred on Highway 71 and Lincoln County Road 3N, north of Limon. Preliminary reports indicate the Ford Pickup was nor...

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Colorado State Patrol Seeks Drivers After Highway 36 Hit-and-Run Causes Diesel Spill and Seven-Hour Closure

Published: 07/11/2026

Hit-and-Run Crash on Highway 36 The roadway is open (DENVER, COLO) - On July 11, 2026, at approximately 7:04 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to a hit-and-run crash involving a semi hauling a trailer on westbound Highway 36, just west of ...

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Pueblo County Announces Phased Beulah Re-Entry Plan Starting July 13 Following Aspen Acres Fire

Published: 07/11/2026

Pueblo County Announces Tentative Phased Re-Entry Plan for Beulah Residents Beginning July 13 Pueblo, CO - Residents in many areas of Beulah will tentatively be allowed to re-enter their properties beginning Monday, July 13, unless conditions chan...

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Ferris Fire Reaches 63,271 Acres as Extreme Heat, Low Humidity and Strong Winds Challenge Crews

Published: 07/11/2026

Ferris Fire Update Saturday, July 11, 2026 Email: 2026.ferris@firenet.gov Phone: 661-990-4727

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Local Goat Becomes the “GOAT” of Rock Creek Canyon Fire, Guiding Crews Safely Off the Mountain

Published: 07/11/2026

We interrupt the seriousness of the last many days to share a little heart warming story about a goat... Not just any goat... This home owner's goat was first on scene at today's Rock Creek Canyon Fire and took it upon herself to lead fire crews i...

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Aspen Acres Fire Grows to 97,505 Acres, Reaches 34% Containment as Crews Focus on Western Flank

Published: 07/11/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update Saturday, July 11, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Alaska Complex Incident Management Team 1 Jake Livingston, Incident Commander

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State Patrol Reports: Hyundai and Kia Vehicle Thefts Rise in Colorado

Published: 07/10/2026

Attention Southwestern Colorado: Strong Trend of Hyundai and Kia Vehicle Theft (COLORADO) – The Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority (CATPA) wants to provide the information and resources to help owners of Hyundai and Kia vehicles ward off w...

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La Junta Police Seize 386 Grams of Suspected Meth, Fentanyl After 120 MPH Chase; Two Arrested on Drug Distribution Charges

Published: 07/10/2026

La Junta Police Department Arrests Two Following Vehicle Pursuit and Major Narcotics Seizure La Junta, Colorado – On Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 3:26 p.m., officers with the La Junta Police Department attempted to conduct a traffic ...

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Aspen Acres Fire Reaches 97,083 Acres and 28% Containment as Crews Expand Firelines

Published: 07/10/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update Friday, July 10, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Alaska Complex Incident Management Team 1 Jake Livingston, Incident Commander

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Yolanda Mercedes Rael Obituary

Published: 07/09/2026

Yolanda Mercedes Rael Sep 24, 1959 — Jul 8, 2026 Rocky Ford, Colorado Obituary Yolanda “Yoyo” M. Rael, 66, of La Junta, Colorado passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026, at her Rocky Ford home. She was born on September 24, 1959, in La Junta,...

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Town of Swink Board of Trustees to Meet July 15, 2026: Water Tower Grant, Town Hall Hours and Junk Vehicle Ordinance on Agenda

Published: 07/09/2026

TOWN OF SWINK STATE OF COLORADO Board of Trustees A G E N D A DATE: WEDNESDAY, July 15th, 2026

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Young Bear Safely Captured on Southside of Pueblo as Wildlife Flees Ongoing Fire Conditions

Published: 07/09/2026

Our south side fire crews assisted CPW officers and Pueblo Police Department with the successful capture of an approximately 1 year old bear which was originally spotted near La Vista Rd. With the continuing fire conditions and unseasonably dry we...

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Ferris Fire Update July 9: Fire Grows to 60,105 Acres, 19% Contained as Crews Strengthen Lines and Evacuations Remain in Effect

Published: 07/09/2026

Ferris Fire Update Thursday, July 9, 2026 Email: 2026.ferris@firenet.gov | Phone: 661-990-4727 Acres:

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La Junta Police Capture Suspect After High-Speed Chase Across Otero and Las Animas Counties with Multi-Agency Response

Published: 07/09/2026

La Junta Police Capture Suspect After Multi-County High-Speed Chase with Multi-Agency Assist La Junta, CO- La Junta Police Officers attempted to stop a black sedan on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at approximately 3:25 PM. The suspect vehicle attempted t...

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Larry James Gaskill Obituary

Published: 07/09/2026

Larry James Gaskill Jul 30, 1949 - Jul 6, 2026 Obituary It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Larry James Gaskill of Ordway, Colorado, who entered into rest on July 6, 2026. Larry touched countless lives throughout his journey, ...

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Aspen Acres Fire Update July 9: Fire Reaches 96,121 Acres, 14% Contained Near Rye, Colorado

Published: 07/09/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update Thursday, July 9, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Alaska Complex Incident Management Team 1 Jake Livingston, Incident Commander Size:&l

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Smoke Alarm and Quick Firefighter Response Limits Damage in Occupied Apartment Fire in Pueblo

Published: 07/08/2026

Yesterday evening E-33 responded to a fire alarm in an occupied building. Upon arrival they found an apartment with an active room and contents fire. After calling for a full alarm, E-33 initiated a fast attack and primary search for life. The fir...

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Beulah Fire Chief Addresses Aspen Acres Fire Recovery, Reentry Delays, Hazard Trees and Evacuation Safety

Published: 07/08/2026

A Message from our Fire Chief: To Our Beulah Community, I want to begin with this: every one of you is on our minds every moment of the day. Our hearts hurt alongside yours. We watched part of our community be devastated by this wildfire, and now ...

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Pole Canyon Fire Reported in Huerfano County; Firefighters and Air Support Respond to New Colorado Wildfire

Published: 07/08/2026

Huerfano County Fire Department Reports New Wildfire - Pole Canyon Fire... "At approximately 9:30am today, July 8, 2026, Huerfano County Fire Protection District was dispatched to a smoke investigation that is now confirmed as a new fire - Pole Ca...

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Rocky Ford CO-OP Collecting Aspen Acres / Beulah Fire Donations Through July

Published: 07/08/2026

We have an update on items needed: ASPEN ACRES / BEULAH FIRE DONATIONS: ROCKY FORD CO-OP at 101 S 2nd St in Rocky Ford will be collecting through July, donations for the firefighters and victims of the Aspen Acre fire in Beulah. The donations can ...

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Flora Mary Romero Obituary

Published: 07/08/2026

Flora Mary Romero Oct 12, 1931 — Jul 3, 2026 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Flora M. Romero, 94, of La Junta, Colorado, passed away on July 3, 2026, at her La Junta home. She was born on October 12, 1931 in Trinchera, Colorado to Fidel & Eustacia (...

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Colorado State Patrol Plans DUI Task Force Surge Enforcement in El Paso County July 11

Published: 07/08/2026

DUI Task Force Event Planned for El Paso County Second surge enforcement set for Southern Colorado this weekend (Denver, CO) - The Colorado State Patrol DUI Task Force will conduct increased patrols in partnership with local troopers and the Calha...

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Colorado State Patrol Urges Drivers to Secure Loads Before Hitting the Road

Published: 07/08/2026

Secure Your Load Before You Hit the Road A secure load is a safer road (COLORADO) – Warmer temperatures signal peak times to move, camp and complete yard work across Colorado. But before loading up the back of a pickup, filling a trailer, or str...

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La Junta Police Arrest Man After Reported Firearm Threat Against Juveniles at Walmart

Published: 07/08/2026

On 7-7-2026 at approximately 1420 hours, Officers with the La Junta Police Department were dispatched to Walmart, for the report that a male party flashed a firearm, in a threatening manner, at two juveniles. Officers contacted the suspect and vic...

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John Henry Magdaleno Obituary

Published: 07/08/2026

John Henry Magdaleno Feb 8, 1939 — Jul 5, 2026 Obituary John Henry Magdaleno, known as “Henry” passed away on July 5, 2026, at the Fowler Nursing Center in Fowler. Henry was 87 years old. Born on February 8, 1939, in Rocky Ford, to Alfredo J...

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Aspen Acres Fire Update: 96,031-Acre Fire Near Rye Reaches 15% Containment After Northwest Surge

Published: 07/08/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update Wednesday, July 8, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Alaska Complex Incident Management Team 1 Jake Livingston, Incident Commander Size: 96,031 | Containment: 15% | &

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Gold Mountain Fire Update: 31,420-Acre Fire Near Ouray Reaches 8% Containment After Quiet Fire Activity

Published: 07/08/2026

Gold Mountain Fire Update – July 8, 2026 Size: 31,420 acres | Containment: 8% | Cause: Undetermined | Start Date: June 27, 2026 @ 5:33 p.m. Location: Approx. 2 miles NE of Ouray, CO |

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