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Busy Fourth of July for Cañon City Firefighters: Multiple Fires, No Injuries Reported

Published: 07/05/2025

Busy Fourth of July for Cañon City Firefighters: Multiple Fires, No Injuries Reported Independence Day 2025 was a busy day for Cañon City firefighters. Fire crews responded to a 3/4 acre wild-land fire near the Dinosaur Flatts shooti...

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2025 Fourth of July Fireworks Dazzled—But Officials Warn: No More Booms After the Holiday

Published: 07/05/2025

"The Fourth of July has come and gone, and you all didn’t disappoint. With no big county fireworks show this year, many of you stepped up with some truly spectacular “personal” productions. Let’s be honest, some of your bac...

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Otero County Sheriff's Office Seeks Public’s Help Locating Missing Sisters, Ages 12 and 13

Published: 07/03/2025

UPDATE: Both children were found safe. Thanks to everyone who helped look for them. Otero County Sheriff's Office MISSING JUVENILES - PUBLIC ASSISTANCE REQUESTED The Otero County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's assistance in locating t...

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CSP Releases Dash-Cam Footage of Hwy 36 Pursuit and TVI Maneuver in Hit-and-Run Incident

Published: 07/03/2025

CSP Releases Dash-Cam Footage of Highway 36 Pursuit and TVI Maneuver in Hit-and-Run Incident Video highlights trooper’s response and tactical stop; investigation ongoing The Colorado State Patrol is releasing the following Patrol cruiser das...

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Rocky Ford Chamber of Commerce Annual 4th of July Duck Race

Published: 07/03/2025

Rocky Ford Chamber of Commerce Annual 4th of July Duck Race Ducks Swim at 1pm Start: Catlin Canal Bridge on Rd. EE.5 (Spruce) End: Pedestrian Bridge at Yucca Dr. & Buttercup Ducks are $5 each and can be purchased from the Chamber of Commerce o...

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3rd Annual Freedom Fest at Rocky Ford Depot Square July 4th

Published: 07/03/2025

COLORADO ATHLETICS & ROCKY FORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 3RD ANNUAL FREEDOM FEST VENDORS, FOOD TRUCKS, MUSIC, DUCK RACE, FIREWORKS & MORE DEPOT SQUARE & GOBIN BUILDING JULY 4, 2025 BEGINS AT 11 AM FIREWORKS TO FOLLOW AT BABCOCK PARK 105 N. ...

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Jesse Lingle Obituary

Published: 07/02/2025

Jesse Lingle May 10, 2004 — July 1, 2025 Obituary A celebration of life memorial service for lifelong Lamar resident, Jesse Lee Lingle will be held at 10:00AM on Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Peacock Family Chapel. Inurnment will follow at th...

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Cornell Monroe Obituary

Published: 07/02/2025

Cornell Monroe April 16th, 1929 - July 2nd, 2025 Obituary Cornell Monroe of Ordway passed away at his home at the age of 96. Cornell was born in Madison, IN to Royal and Grace Monroe. He joined the Army and made a career of it. He was stationed in...

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Martha Torres Obituary

Published: 07/02/2025

Martha Torres July 5th, 1952 - June 29th, 2025 Obituary Martha Torres was born July 5th, 1952 in New Mexico. She passed away June 29, 2025 at age 72 at Parkview Medical Center with family by her side. She was married for 52 years to her husband Al...

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Over a Ton of Illegal Fireworks Seized in Pueblo Ahead of July 4th Holiday

Published: 07/02/2025

Pueblo Police and Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office Conduct Illegal Fireworks Seizure Pueblo, CO― Just before the 4th of July holiday, detectives from the Pueblo Police Department’s Special Investigation Division (SID), along with the P...

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Tragic I-70 Crash in Elbert County Leaves 3 Dead, Including 2 Children; CSP Investigating

Published: 07/02/2025

Update (Elbert County, COLO) -Due to the rapidly evolving nature of the scene, we are confirming that there are three fatalities in this crash, not four, as previously reported. We appreciate the public’s understanding as we work to provide ...

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Colorado Parks Officials Share Safety Tips for Holiday Weekend Visitors

Published: 07/02/2025

Celebrate smart: Stay safe this July 4th weekend DENVER—Coloradans and out-of-state visitors play an integral role in keeping our state parks clean, living in harmony with wildlife, and making the outdoors safer to explore. Below are a few s...

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Four Arkansas Valley Athletes Qualify for USATF Region 10 Championships in Arizona

Published: 07/02/2025

**Arkansas Valley Athletes Qualify for Region 10 USATF Regionals in Mesa, Arizona** Arkansas Valley, CO – The Arkansas Valley is proud to announce that four outstanding local athletes have qualified to compete in the prestigious Region 10 US...

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William Billy Lee Castleberry Obituary

Published: 07/02/2025

William "Billy" Lee Castleberry January 7, 1976 - June 25, 2025 Obituary William Lee Castleberry, affectionately known as "Billy," entered into rest on June 25, 2025, in Castle Rock, Colorado. Born in January 7,1976, in Colorado Springs, Colorado,...

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Jim Davis Obituary

Published: 07/01/2025

Jim Davis September 12, 1940 — June 27, 2025 Colorado City Obituary Jimmie Norman Davis, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, at the age of 84. Though he is no longer with us, his legacy, laughter, and love live on in all who knew him. B...

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Stay Safe This Fourth! CPW Cracks Down on Boating Under the Influence as Part of Operation Dry Water

Published: 07/01/2025

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Enforces Sober Boating and Operation Dry Water DENVER—Boaters heading out onto the water for the Fourth of July holiday weekend will see additional Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officers enforcing boating unde...

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Fred Albert Neuhold, Jr. Obituary

Published: 07/01/2025

Fred Albert Neuhold, Jr. July 19, 1935 — June 28, 2025 Obituary A celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Fred Neuhold Jr. will be held on Thursday, July 03, 2025 at 10:00AM at the Peacock Family Chapel with Jeff Procter officiating...

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CPW Launches Historic Statewide Initiative to Engage Tribes on State Park Priorities, Backed by GOCO Funding

Published: 06/30/2025

CPW to launch first-ever statewide initiative to engage Tribes and Native communities on priorities for Colorado state parks, funded by GOCO DENVER– At its June commission meeting, the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board approved six unique...

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David Ronald Sacchetta Obituary

Published: 06/30/2025

David Ronald Sacchetta September 27, 1950 — June 25, 2025 Olney Springs, Colorado Obituary David Sacchetta was born on September 27, 1950, in Durango, Colorado, to Henry Francis Sacchetta & Reatha (Cundiff) Sacchetta. He spent the first ...

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VA Urges Fireworks Awareness to Support Veterans with PTSD This Fourth of July

Published: 06/30/2025

Support Veterans with PTSD during the 4th of July VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System encourages everyone to be mindful of Veterans living with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as we celebrate Independence Day. Fireworks are a special part ...

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Driver Arrested After Fleeing Crash That Injured CSP Trooper and Highway Worker

Published: 06/29/2025

Driver Who Struck Trooper and Highway Worker Captured After Attempting To Flee Suspect Hits Patrol Vehicle and Highway Worker Before Being Taken Into Custody (Colorado) - On June 29, 2025, at approximately 1:56 a.m., a black 2011 Toyota Camry stru...

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Ancient Celts in Southeast Colorado Presentation at The Grand Theatre in Rocky Ford

Published: 06/28/2025

Get Ready for The Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail Assn. July Event, July 12th at 1:00 p.m, at the Grand Theater in Rocky Ford. ANCIENT CELTS IN SOUTHEAST COLORADO The Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail Association invi...

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Remains Found in Remote Saguache County Confirmed as Missing Woman Edna Quintana

Published: 06/27/2025

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Released the Following Statement Regarding the Discovery of Human Remains in Saguache County... Human Remains Found in Remote Area Confirmed to Be Edna Quintana June 27, 2025 – CBI – Saguache, CO &n...

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La Junta Police Host Police in The Park August 1, 2025

Published: 06/26/2025

Police In The Park August 1st, 2025 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM La Junta City Park (Colorado Avenue & 12th Street) Building Police and Community Partnerships! • Food, Games and Prizes! • Police Vehicles Safety Tips! • Fun!! • Police...

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Felimon Aragon Obituary

Published: 06/25/2025

Felimon Aragon February 15th, 1929 - June 22nd, 2025 Obituary Felimon Aragon passed away surrounded by his family at his home in Manzanola at the age of 96 on June 22, 2025. He was born in Encinasa, NM to Benancio & Clorinda Aragon. Felimon gr...

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City of La Junta Responds to AVRMC Staff Reductions, Pledges Support for Healthcare Access

Published: 06/25/2025

City of La Junta Responds to AVRMC Staff Reductions, Pledges Support for Healthcare Access The City of La Junta is deeply saddened by the news of recent staff reductions at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Our thoughts are with the dedicat...

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AVRMC Announces Staff Reduction to Support Long-Term Stability

Published: 06/25/2025

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center Announces Workforce Reduction as Part of Long-Term Stability Plan LA JUNTA, CO - (June 25, 2025) - Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC) has announced changes to strengthen and better position the ...

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Lamar Police Arrest Armed Theft Suspect at Walmart

Published: 06/25/2025

Lamar Police Arrest Armed Theft Suspect at Walmart On 06/18/2025 Lamar Police Officers responded to Walmart regarding a theft involving a male party still inside the store. During the detention of the then, unidentified male, a handgun was involve...

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Colorado State Patrol: DUIs Can Cost You More Than a License — They Can Cost You Your Job

Published: 06/25/2025

When Personal Life Impacts Professional Life DUIs can significantly impact employment (COLORADO)—–When you’re enjoying a beer at the ballpark, a cocktail at dinner or a smoke at a barbeque, you likely aren’t thinking about ...

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Ellenor Brenneman Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Ellenor Brenneman May 14, 1935 — June 23, 2025 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Ellenor Brenneman, 90, of La Junta, Colorado passed away June 23, 2025 at her La Junta home. She was born May 14, 1935 in La Junta to Jon Magner & Sarah Margaret ...

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