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Thank You from Jay's Elves - Over 600 Meals Served!

Published: 12/27/2023

Thank You from Jay's Elves - Over 600 Meals Served at 36th Annual Jay’s Community Christmas Dinner Jay's Community Christmas Dinner Elves would like to Thank everyone that helped make our 36th annual dinner a big success. We served over 600 ...

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James Robert Schmelzer Obituary

Published: 12/27/2023

James Robert Schmelzer Feb 8, 1952 - Dec 25, 2023 Obituary James Robert Schmelzer, 71, of La Junta, Colorado, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023, at his La Junta home. James was born Friday, February 8, 1952, to Donald & Clara (Seel) Schmel...

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Judith Sue Davis Obituary

Published: 12/27/2023

Judith Sue Davis Sept 28, 1945 – Dec 20, 2023 Obituary Judith Sue Davis, 78, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023 in La Junta, Colorado. She was born September 28, 1945 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Andrew J. & Mary Lou (Church) Sesock. Judy...

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Strength UNDER Stress New Year’s Eve Ball - Tickets On Sale!

Published: 12/27/2023

New Year's Eve Ball - PARTY WITH PURPOSE - Hollywood Red Carpet HOSTED BY STRENGTH UNDER STRESS JOIN US FROM 7:30PM TO 12:30AM ON DECEMBER 31ST FOR A FORMAL NIGHT OF FUN, FOOD, DANCING, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING AND CELEBRATION. Door Prizes - Gifts - ...

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Arrest Made, Info Wanted in Christmas Hotel Robbery

Published: 12/26/2023

Info Wanted in Christmas Hotel Robbery Incident Officers from the La Junta Police Department responded to a report of a robbery at the Travel Inn in La Junta at 10:11 PM on December 25, 2023. According to the LJPD Public Information Officer, a mal...

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Birth Announcement Nash Dean Smith

Published: 12/25/2023

Birth Announcement Nash Dean Smith Jocelyn Rayne Smith of Lamar, Colorado is excited to announce the birth of her Son Nash Dean Smith born on October 3, 2023 at 7:28 am. Weighing 7 lbs. 9 oz. and measuring 19 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. R...

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Birth Announcement Isabella Melinda Marie Palomino-Duran

Published: 12/24/2023

Birth Announcement Isabella Melinda Marie Palomino-Duran Brittany Palomino and Caine Duran of Las Animas, Colorado are excited to announce the birth of their Daughter Isabella Melinda Marie Palomino-Duran born on September 23, 2023 at 6:53am. Weig...

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Longview, WA Police Make Arrest in Whatley Homicide

Published: 12/23/2023

Longview, WA Police Make Arrest in Whatley Homicide HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION UPDATE: Longview resident Brian Whatley, aged 48, has been identified as the victim of the recent homicide that occurred in the parking lot behind Superior Tire in Longview...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Successfully Completes Gray Wolf Capture Work in Oregon

Published: 12/23/2023

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Successfully Completes Gray Wolf Capture Work in Oregon COLORADO - Today, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) experts completed capture work in Oregon, finishing their work in the state. As a result of the CPW team’...

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Sharon Reeves Obituary

Published: 12/23/2023

Sharon Reeves May 31, 1940 - Dec 20th, 2023 Obituary Sharon Kay Reeves, departed her loving family on December 20, 2023. Sharon was born in Rocky Ford on May 31, 1940 to Adam and Francis Foos. Sharon was mother to Randy, Greg, Troy, Kim and Kerri....

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Terri Dee Spangler-Darnell Obituary

Published: 12/23/2023

Terri Dee Spangler-Darnell July 24, 1961 – Dec 21, 2023 Obituary Terri Dee Spangler-Darnell, 62, of Rocky Ford, Colorado, passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2023, at her home. She was born July 24, 1961, in La Junta, Colordo to Terrenc...

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Orlando Victor Medina Obituary

Published: 12/23/2023

Orlando Victor Medina July 25, 1968 – November 19, 2023 Obituary Orlando Victor Medina also known as “Nano” was 55 years old, he was born, Thursday, July 25, 1968, in La Junta Colorado to Victor Medina and Gloria Medina. He passe...

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Otero Students Successfully Competed at the 2023 UCCS Daniels Fund Ethics Case Competition

Published: 12/22/2023

Otero Students Successfully Competed at the 2023 UCCS Daniels Fund Ethics Case Competition LA JUNTA — Otero College is pleased to announce that four of its students - Brooke Harris, Natasha Gutierrez, Makyla Whattler, and Aaliyah Guerrero - ...

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Brian Whatley Obituary

Published: 12/22/2023

Brian Whatley April 19, 1975 - Dec 8, 2023 Obituary Brian Whatley 48, born April 19th, 1975. Passed away unexpectedly on December 8th, 2023 in Longview, Washington where he was currently residing. He is survived by his mother, Janice Whatley of La...

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CPW Partners with USFWS, Great Sand Dunes National Park to Expand Rio Grande Chub and Sucker Populations

Published: 12/22/2023

CPW Partners with USFWS, Great Sand Dunes National Park to Expand Rio Grande Chub and Sucker Populations MOSCA, Colo. – A decades-long effort to establish new populations of imperiled Rio Grande chub and Rio Grande sucker fish in Colorado&rs...

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Birth Announcement Blakelyn Case Marquez

Published: 12/23/2023

Birth Announcement Blakelyn Case Marquez Kiri and Trathon Marquez of Granada, Colorado are excited to announce the birth of their Daughter Blakelyn Case Marquez born on September 7, 2023 at 3:20 pm. Weighing 7 lbs. .3 oz. and measuring 18 inches l...

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Birth Announcement Iris Marie Recio

Published: 12/22/2023

Birth Announcement Iris Marie Recio Courtney and Eddi Recio of Lamar, Colorado are excited to announce the birth of their Daughter Iris Marie Recio born on September 4, 2023 at 12:16 am. Weighing 7 lbs. 14.2 oz. and measuring 19.5 inches long. She...

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Cleo Tom Dee Reed Obituary

Published: 12/21/2023

Cleo “Tom” Dee Reed Aug 15, 1944 - Dec 16, 2023 Obituary Cleo Dee Reed, 79, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 16, 2023 in Colorado Springs, CO. He was born in Baldwin, KS. To Milton and Vera Reed. Cleo was survived by his ...

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Colorado Livestock Producers Disappointed with Ruling in Suit to Delay Wolf Introduction

Published: 12/20/2023

Colorado Livestock Producers Disappointed with Ruling in Suit to Delay Wolf Introduction LAKEWOOD, Colo. - Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) and Gunnison County Stockgrowers Association (GCSA) are disappointed that forced wolf introduct...

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Help Wanted: AVRC Crisis Worker/Case Manager

Published: 12/20/2023

Help Wanted: Arkansas Valley Resource Center Crisis Worker/Case Manager * Must be 18 years of age or older, maintain a valid driver's license and vehicle, and be willing to complete a drug test and background check. * Beginning Salary at $41,600 p...

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Jeffery Black Jr. Obituary

Published: 12/20/2023

Jeffery Black Jr. Oct 16th, 1928 - Dec 13th, 2023 Obituary Jeffery William Black, Jr., 95, passed away December 13, 2023 in Fowler. He was born October 16, 1928 to Jeffery, Sr. and Sara (Brunia) Black in Eureka, CA where his family went to get wha...

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LJPD Reports: La Junta High School Secure School Notification Sent as Precaution

Published: 12/20/2023

LJPD Reports: La Junta High School Secure School Notification Sent as Precaution At Around 8 AM on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 the La Junta Police Reported they responded to an agency assist for the Rocky Ford Police Department and the Otero Coun...

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Pueblo Police Asking Public for Info on Mall Incident

Published: 12/20/2023

Pueblo Police Asking Public for Info on Mall Incident On November 14, 2023, Pueblo Police officers were dispatched 3429 Dillon Drive (Pueblo Mall) on a possible drive-by shooting. Officers arrived on scene and attempted to contact a male in a Kia....

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Albert A. Gonzales Obituary

Published: 12/20/2023

Albert A. Gonzales Jan 8, 1936 Dec 18, 2023 Obituary Albert A. Gonzales, of Capulin, Colorado, entered into rest on December 18, 2023, at Conejos County Hospital. Albert was born to Telesfor Gonzales and Andrea Romero on January 8, 1936, in La Jar...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Releases Gray Wolves on Colorado’s Western Slope

Published: 12/19/2023

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Releases Gray Wolves on Colorado’s Western Slope COLORADO - Today, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) experts released five gray wolves onto public land in Grand County in a historic effort to create a permanent, s...

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John Ring Obituary

Published: 12/19/2023

John Ring June 2nd, 1942 - Dec 1st, 2023 Obituary A son, a husband, a father, a golden soul. Born on June, 2 1942 has not left us but has blessed us with his love, care, and knowledge on December 1, 2023. John Delbert Ring was a loyal, loving and ...

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Jay's Elves Calling for Volunteers and Donations

Published: 12/19/2023

Jay's Elves Calling for Volunteers and Donations A mix of “Elves” Are a little concerned about the number of regulars who run the Annual Christmas Dinner, but were cheerful to include that they have room for a few more new volunteer &l...

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Otero County Landfill Rate Increases Effective Jan 1, 2024

Published: 12/19/2023

Otero County Landfill Rate Increases Otero County Landfill Rates Effective January 1, 2024. Otero County Landfill Inc. Site 2 Rocky Ford Rates For 2024 In County Out of County Compacted Trash: $30.00 per ton $52.00 per ton Household Waste (loose) ...

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Celebrate with Otero College at the Annual New Year's Eve Ag Gala

Published: 12/19/2023

Celebrate with Otero College at the Annual New Year's Eve Ag Gala LA JUNTA — Don't miss out on the fast-approaching 2023 New Year's Eve Ag Gala! Join us for a memorable evening filled with delicious food, great company, and fun times. The 11...

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Patricia Sue Phillips Obituary

Published: 12/19/2023

Patricia Sue Phillips Jan 4, 1969 – Dec 12, 2013 Obituary Patricia Sue Phillips, 54, passed away, Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at her home in Ordway, Colorado. She was born in Houston, Texas on Saturday, January 4, 1969 to Bobby Ray & Paul...

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