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Walsenburg Police Seize 240 Grams of Suspected Meth, Fentanyl Pills and Handgun in Drug Investigation

Published: 08/03/2026

Walsenburg Police Department Seizes Large Quantity of Narcotics and Firearm During Criminal Investigation WALSENBURG, Colo. — August 1, 2026 — The Walsenburg Police Department is announcing the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal narc...

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Aspen Acres Fire Update: Fire Holds at 101,961 Acres, 67% Contained as Community Meeting Set for August 3

Published: 08/02/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Daily Update – August 2, 2026 Fire Information: 719-697-8353 (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) Email: 2026.aspenacres@firenet.gov

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Gold Mountain Fire Grows to 39,507 Acres, Reaches 72% Containment as Suppression Repair Continues

Published: 08/02/2026

Fire Update – Gold Mountain Fire Sunday, August 2, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 1 Justin Conrad, Incident Commander

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Colorado State Parks Offer Free August Admission to Active-Duty Military, Veterans and National Guard Members

Published: 08/02/2026

CPW offers free entry into Colorado state parks in August for active-duty military, veterans and National Guard members DENVER — To thank U.S. military members for their dedicated service and sacrifices, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is cont...

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Colorado State Parks Offer Free August Admission to Active-Duty Military, Veterans and National Guard Members

Published: 08/02/2026

CPW offers free entry into Colorado state parks in August for active-duty military, veterans and National Guard members DENVER — To thank U.S. military members for their dedicated service and sacrifices, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is cont...

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Bent’s Fort Chapter to Visit Historic Timpas Schoolhouse on August 8, 2026

Published: 08/02/2026

BFC August EventAugust 8th, 2026 Timpas School House Visit Meet at the Schoolhouse at 1PM Refreshments after the event A large, sturdy structure constructed of red brick decorated with unique arched windows looking out across the prairie. Mature c...

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Nancy Ann Demint Bosley Obituary

Published: 08/02/2026

Nancy Ann Demint Bosley Aug 26, 1939 — Jul 27, 2026 Manzanola, Colorado Obituary Nancy Ann Demint Bosley, 86, of Manzanola, Colorado passed away July 27, 2026, at her home in Manzanola. She was born August 29, 1939, in Shreveport, Louisiana to R...

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Bent’s Fort Chapter Remembers Pat Palmer, Santa Fe Trail Mentor and Friend

Published: 08/02/2026

Sad News for Bent's Fort ChapterAll members may not have received the information included in the Bent's Fort Chapter Spring Newsletter regarding Pat Palmer's obituary.Pat will be deeply missed and we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family...

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Huerfano County Sheriff Explains SB25-003 Firearm Eligibility Card Process and Required Training

Published: 08/02/2026

The Huerfano County Sheriff’s Office does not support or endorse the new gun control bill going into effect, known as SB25-003. Unfortunately it is a state law, for now, and we can't legally go around it. With that out of the way, for those wish...

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CBI Investigating Trinidad Homicide; Man Arrested on Second-Degree Murder Charge After Fatal Shooting

Published: 08/01/2026

CBI Investigating Homicide in Trinidad August 1, 2026 – CBI – Trinidad, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is currently leading an investigation into a homicide that occurred early Friday morning in the 600 block of South Indiana...

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CPW Announces Emergency Public Fish Salvage at Daigre Reservoir Due to Drought and Water Supply Needs

Published: 08/01/2026

CPW announces emergency public fish salvage at Daigre Reservoir LA VETA, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces an emergency public fish salvage effective immediately at Daigre Reservoir on Wahatoya State Wildlife Area in Huerfano County....

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Ronald Wayne Losey Obituary

Published: 08/01/2026

Ronald Wayne Losey Nov 11, 1961 — Jul 24, 2026 Las Animas Ronald Wayne Losey Sunrise: November 11, 1961 - Sunset: July 24, 2026 Ronald Wayne Losey, commonly known as Ron or Ronnie to most was born on Veteran's Day, November 11, 1961, at

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Nola Mae (Goss) Cox Obituary

Published: 08/01/2026

Nola Mae (Goss) Cox September 8, 1928 - July 19, 2026 Obituary With grateful hearts, we celebrate the beautiful life of Nola Mae (Goss) Cox, who peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 19, 2026, at the age of 97. She was born o...

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Rocky Ford Police Department to Host National Night Out 2026 at Babcock Park with Free Swimming and Food on August 4

Published: 08/01/2026

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT : TUESDAY AUGUST 4th, 2026 Neighborhoods throughout Rocky Ford are invited to join over 38 million neighbors across 17,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories and military bases worldwide. National Night Out is nati...

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Aspen Acres Fire Update: 101,961 Acres, 67% Contained as Greenhorn Mountain Wilderness Reopens and Flash Flood Watch Remains in Effect

Published: 07/31/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update - July 31, 2026 Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 3 Casey Cheesbrough, Jay Miller and Troy Phelps, Incident Commanders Fire Information: 719-697-8353 Operational Hours: 8am-8pm Size: 101,961 acres | Containmen...

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Fremont County Traffic Stop Leads to Meth and Firearm Arrest in Cañon City

Published: 07/30/2026

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug and Firearm Arrest On July 17, 2026, Fremont County Sheriff's Office Patrol Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the 900 block of Royal Gorge Boulevard in Canon City. The driver, Andrew Christian-Bode, 27, of Cotopaxi, w...

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Gold Mountain Fire Update July 30, 2026: Fire Reaches 39,506 Acres, 62% Contained as Flash Flood Risk Continues Near Ouray

Published: 07/30/2026

Fire Update – Gold Mountain Fire Thursday, July 30, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 1 Justin Conrad, Incident Commander

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Aspen Acres Fire Update July 30, 2026: Fire Grows to 101,921 Acres, 66% Contained as Flood Risk Remains Near Rye

Published: 07/30/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Daily Update – July 30, 2026 Fire Information: 719-697-8353 (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) Email: 2026.aspenacres@firenet.gov

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Eugene “Gene” Madrigal Obituary

Published: 07/30/2026

Eugene “Gene” Madrigal Oct 6, 1946 Jul 23, 2026 Obituary Eugene “Gene” Madrigal of Denver, Colorado, peacefully entered into rest on July 23, 2026, in Denver, Colorado. Gene was born on October 6, 1946, in La Junta, Colorado, to Tony Madri...

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Fort Collins Police Officer Charged After Multi-Vehicle Crash in Weld County

Published: 07/30/2026

Multi-Vehicle Crash on Weld County Road 76 (WELD COUNTY, COLO) - On July 29, 2026, at approximately 6:07 p.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to a multi-vehicle crash on Weld County Road 76 and Weld County Road 33. The crash involved an unmar...

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Algae Testing Finds Low-Level Toxins in Lake Hasty; John Martin Reservoir Remains Toxin-Free

Published: 07/30/2026

There have been a few questions about some of the algae notices around the lake, so to make sure you're all informed, here are the facts: Last Friday an algae bloom was picked up on satellite on John Martin Reservoir, thanks to warm water temperat...

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Cecilia Candalaria Davis Obituary

Published: 07/30/2026

Cecilia Candalaria Davis May 20, 1937 — Jul 27, 2026 Greeley, Colorado Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Cecilia “Cil” Candelaria Davis, 89. She transitioned out of this life on July 27, 2026, surround by loved ...

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Pamela Hallford Obituary

Published: 07/30/2026

Pamela Hallford Jan 10, 1956 — Jul 26, 2026 Obituary A graveside memorial celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, currently of Las Animas, Pamela Hallford will be held at 10:00AM at the Hartman Cemetery on Thursday, August 06, 2026. Pam...

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Lloyd Franklin Moore Mercer Obituary

Published: 07/30/2026

Lloyd Franklin Moore Mercer, M.D. Jan 7, 1944 — Jul 26, 2026 Obituary With deep love, we announce the passing of Lloyd Franklin Moore Mercer, who died on July 26, 2026 in Madison, Mississippi. Lloyd was born on January 7, 1944 in Albuquerque, Ne...

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Karen Maggart Obituary

Published: 07/30/2026

Karen Maggart Dec 8, 1948 — Jul 28, 2026 Obituary A memorial celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident Karen Maggart will be held at a later date. Karen was born on December 08, 1948 at McIntosh, South Dakota to Joseph Ray and Harriet Ione...

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Heavy Rain Triggers Flooding and Debris Flows in Colorado Burn Scar Areas

Published: 07/30/2026

Yesterday's intense storm triggered local flooding and debris flows, fueled by 1 to 1.5 inches of rain and 50–60 mph wind gusts. Our fire meteorologist noted that we should expect additional precipitation today. How does a debris flow develop? W...

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Gold Mountain Fire Grows to 39,507 Acres, Reaches 59% Containment

Published: 07/29/2026

Fire Update – Gold Mountain Fire Wednesday, July 29, 2026 – 8:00 a.m. Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 1 Justin Conrad, Incident Commander

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Aspen Acres Fire Holds at 101,921 Acres, 66% Contained as Flooding Threat Persists

Published: 07/29/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Daily Update – July 29, 2026 Fire Information: 719-697-8353 (8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) Email: 2026.aspenacres@firenet.gov

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La Junta Senior Golf League Hosts Three-Club Scramble with 37 Players

Published: 07/29/2026

Awaiting team selection at La Junta Senior Golf League. The La Junta Senior Golf League had 37 members playing a special scramble match on July 28. Before play began, each golfer had to choose only three clubs to play the nine holes. The challenge...

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Darryl Keith Whatley Obituary

Published: 07/29/2026

Darryl Keith Whatley March 29, 1964 – July 24, 2026 Obituary With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Darryl Keith Whatley, who entered eternal rest on July 24, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on March 29, 1964, to Dave Whatley and the lat...

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