City of Lamar Launches Lead Service Line Inventory with CDPHE Grant
The City of Lamar has received a Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) grant to perform a lead line service inventory. A contractor, Reconn Holdings, will begin sampling at 250 commercial and residential properties next we...
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Invasive Eurasian Watermilfoil Found in Fountain Lake and Arkansas River
Invasive Eurasian Watermilfoil Found in Fountain Lake and Arkansas River PUEBLO, Colo. – Eurasian watermilfoil, a fast-growing aquatic invasive plant species that creates dense undergrowth in lakes and rivers, degrades fish spawning areas an...
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East Otero School District R-1 Addresses Bed Bug Concerns, Outlines Preventive Measures
EAST OTERO SCHOOL DISTRICT R-1 Central Administrative Office November 14, 2024 Parents and Students, We are aware that there have been social media posts regarding the presence of bed bugs at one of our campuses. We take continuous precaution to k...
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AVRMC Announces Plans to Continue to Provide Full Labor & Delivery Services
Great News! AVRMC continues to provide full Labor & Delivery services. Call 719-383-5925 to schedule your appointment today! The Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center is Located at 1100 Carson Ave. in La Junta, Colorado.
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Otero County Emergency Management Offers Help Feeding Livestock
Otero County Emergency Management Offers Help Feeding Livestock Any Otero County residents needing assistance with livestock feeding please contact Otero County Emergency Manager Danny Chavez at (719)-241-4147. Please have the following informatio...
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Watch for Wildlife on Roads During Daylight Saving Time Transition
Watch for Wildlife on Roads During Daylight Saving Time Changing your clocks and driving habits during daylight saving time can help prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions . Wildlife and transportation experts advise Colorado drivers that wildlife is...
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Reports: Collared Gray Wolf Activity Observed South of I-70 For First Time
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Reports: Collared Gray Wolf Activity Observed South of I-70 For First Time DENVER – Since the Collared Gray Wolf Activity Map was updated on Wednesday, Oct. 23, Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologists have noted GP...
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Indulging in “Boos” this Halloweekend? CDOT Says to Plan a Sober Ride Home
Indulging in “boos” this Halloweekend? CDOT Says to Plan a Sober Ride Home Halloween DUI enforcement period begins Wednesday Statewide — The many consequences of a DUI can be haunting, so make the safe choice and find a sober rid...
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Rocky Ford Fire Department Awarded the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant
Rocky Ford Fire Department Awarded the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant The Rocky Ford Fire Department has been awarded the "Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response" (SAFER) Grant, aimed at supporting volun...
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CDOT Addresses Rise in Fatal Crashes Involving Teen Drivers
CDOT Addresses Rise in Fatal Crashes Involving Teen Drivers During National Teen Driving Safety Week; Urges Parents to Get Involved Fatalities up by almost 60% Statewide — More than 8,000 teen drivers have been involved in crashes in Colorad...
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