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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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CPW Offers $14 Centennial State Park Pass to Income-Eligible Coloradans

Published: 06/24/2025

Trade your screens for outdoor scenes with the $14 Centennial State Park Pass DENVER — Living life outside is part of the Colorado lifestyle, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is committed to ensuring that every Coloradan, regardless of ...

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Richard Joe Ybarra Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Richard Joe Ybarra March 2, 1946 ~ June 22, 2025 (age 79) Obituary A graveside memorial service for Richard Ybarra will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, June 30, 2025 at Fort Lyon National Cemetery. Military Committal Rites will be provided by Ameri...

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Lorraine Lyons Ackerman Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Lorraine Lyons Ackerman January 17th, 1949 - June 22nd, 2025 Obituary Lorraine E. Lyons Ackerman of Rocky Ford passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at the age of 76 in Colorado Springs. Lorraine was born in West Side, IA to Webkelina & Donald ...

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Anna Perez Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Anna Perez Monday, May 22nd, 1933 - Monday, June 16th, 2025 Obituary Anna Harriet Perez, 92, entered peacefully into rest on June 16th, 2025 at Pioneer Nursing Center in Rocky Ford, Colorado. Anna was born on May 22nd, 1933 in Las Vegas, New Mexic...

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Judy Ann Naimy Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Judy Ann Naimy January 16, 1948 — June 21, 2025 Canon City, Colorado Obituary Judy Ann Naimy, 77 years old of Mendenhall, Mississippi, died in Canon City, Colorado on June 21, 2025. She was born in Mendenhall, Mississippi in 1948 to James Th...

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Lamar Police K-9 Taco VS Half-Naked Woman in Canal

Published: 06/24/2025

Lamar Woman Arrested After Fleeing Into Canal K-9 Taco Assists in Escondido Park Incident On 06/20/2025 Officers responded to Escondido Park regarding a disturbance involving a female screaming and partially dressed. The female ran from the area u...

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Aurelia V. Gonzales Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Aurelia V. Gonzales April 3, 1941 — June 21, 2025 La Junta Obituary Aurelia Viola Gonzales, 84, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025. She was born on April 3, 1941 in Maes, New Mexico to Miguel and Margaret (Gallegos) Maestas. Aurelia att...

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Bent County Shooting Suspect Arrested for Attempted Murder - Investigation Ongoing

Published: 06/23/2025

Bent County Sheriff Investigates Shooting on Grand; One Arrested for Attempted Murder Isaiah Burquez in Custody on Multiple Charges, No Ongoing Threat to Public The Bent County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a shooting that occur...

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Jacquelyn Jackie Malone Obituary

Published: 06/23/2025

Jacquelyn "Jackie" Malone November 15, 1951 — June 21, 2025 Obituary A celebration of life for longtime Granada, Colorado resident, Jacquelyn Malone, affectionately known to her family and friends as Jackie, will be held at 10:00AM on Friday...

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CDOT Widening Project on CO Hwy 71 to Cause Delays June 23–27

Published: 06/21/2025

Work will occur along Colorado Highway 71, north of County Road HH 5 and south of Bob Creek, Mile Point 18.75 to MP 20.75. Work will primarily consist of: Installing a passing lane Sign and delineator installation New fence installation Pavement m...

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Barry Morphew Indicted for Murder & Arrested in Arizona, Colorado Authorities Seek Extradition Following Grand Jury Charges

Published: 06/20/2025

Barry Morphew Indicted for Suzanne Morphew’s Murder; Arrested in Arizona Colorado Authorities Seek Extradition Following Grand Jury Charges On June 18, 2025, the Twelfth Judicial District Grand Jury returned an indictment charging Barry Morp...

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Gail Casebolt Obituary

Published: 06/20/2025

Gail Casebolt December 11, 1941 — June 19, 2025 Obituary A graveside celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Gail Casebolt will be held at 10:00AM on Monday, June 30, 2025 at the Fairview Cemetery in La Junta, Colorado with Ian Blac...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Recovers Body of Drowning Victim at Lake Pueblo State Park

Published: 06/20/2025

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Recovers Body of Suspected Drowning Victim at Lake Pueblo State Park COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officers responded Thursday evening to a report of a possible drowning at Lake Pueblo Stat...

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Mark Campbell Obituary

Published: 06/20/2025

Mark Campbell March 6th, 1961 - June 16th, 2025 Obituary Mark Allen Campbell passed away peacefully at the age of 64 after battling several health issues. He was born in La Junta on March 6, 1961 and grew up in Rocky Ford. He was an electrician by...

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Heat Advisory Issued for Southeast Colorado on June 20, & 21 2025

Published: 06/20/2025

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Pueblo CO 249 PM MDT Fri Jun 20 2025 Crowley County-La Junta Vicinity/Otero County-Western Kiowa County-Eastern Kiowa County-Las Animas Vicinity/Bent County-Lamar Vicinity/Prowers County- Including...

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1st Annual July 4th Fun Run 5K with Wild Roots Kava Company

Published: 06/19/2025

WILD ROOTS KAVA COMPANY PRESENTS: 1st Annual JULY 4TH FUN RUN 5K Celebrate Independence Day with Community, Energy & Good Vibes! Date: Friday, July 4th Location: Wild Roots Kava Company Time: Check-in at 7:00 AM | Run Starts at 8:00 AM Registr...

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MedTrans Safety Jam Arkansas Valley 2025 - June 28th

Published: 06/19/2025

Watch the Interview Here: MedTrans Safety Jam Arkansas Valley 2025 June 28, 2025 9 A.M. I La Junta City Park A fun, festival like environment to provide safety and health information, education and equipment to children and families, intended to i...

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Carlos David Zamora Obituary

Published: 06/19/2025

Carlos David Zamora July 3, 1945 — December 1, 2024 Obituary A graveside memorial service for Carlos David Zamora will be held at 10:00AM on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at the Riverside Cemetery in Lamar, Colorado with Pastor Paul Floyd of the H...

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George W. Gruber Obituary

Published: 06/19/2025

George W. Gruber July 15, 1929 — June 14, 2025 La Junta Obituary George W. Gruber, 95, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025 at Bent County Health Care Center in Las Animas, Colorado. George was born July 15, 1929 in Ft. Lyon, Colorado to ...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Seeking Bids on Lake Pueblo North Shore Marina Project

Published: 06/19/2025

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Invites Bids in First Step Towards New N. Shore Marina COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites bids for the removal of the existing North Shore Marina infrastructure at Lake Pueblo State Park...

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Franklin Woody Wood Jr. Obituary

Published: 06/18/2025

Franklin "Woody" Wood Jr. December 4th, 1973 – May 19th, 2025 Obituary David “Woody” Wood, 51 of La Junta, Colorado passed away surrounded by love in Colorado Springs, Colorado on May 19th, 2025. Franklin David “Woody&rdquo...

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La Junta Otero Housing Seeking Board Applicants

Published: 06/18/2025

La Junta Otero Housing Seeking Board Applicants Anyone interested in serving on the La Junta/Otero County Housing Authority Board of Directors should submit a letter of interest to: La Junta Housing Authority P.O. Box 376 La Junta, Co. 81050 or em...

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Proposed Federal Budget Cuts Threaten Colorado’s LEAP Program

Published: 06/18/2025

Urgent News... Budget cuts threaten LEAP program. A Vital Safety Net is at Risk: LIHEAP Funding LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program), which provides Colorado's LEAP funding, has been eliminated in the proposed 2026 federal budget. Th...

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Help Wanted: 16th Judicial District Competency Court Coordinator

Published: 06/18/2025

Help Wanted: 16th Judicial District Competency Court Coordinator COMPETENCY COURT COORDINATOR – Otero Combined Court, La Junta, CO. Job description, salary and application can be found on the Colorado Courts website: https://www.courts.state...

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Help Wanted: 16th Judicial District Judicial Clerk I

Published: 06/18/2025

Help Wanted: 16th Judicial District Judicial Clerk I JUDICIAL CLERK I – Otero Combined Court, La Junta, CO. Job description, salary and application can be found on the Colorado Courts website: https://www.courts.state.co.us/Careers/Opportuni...

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Colorado Springs Voters Reject Karman Line Annexation Amid Lower Arkansas Valley Water Concerns

Published: 06/18/2025

Colorado Springs Voters Reject Karman Line Annexation Amid Lower Arkansas Valley Water Concerns (ROCKY FORD, CO – June 18, 2025) – On Tuesday, June 17, Colorado Springs voters rejected the Karman Line annexation in a special municipal ...

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