Baca County Volunteer Firefighters, Farmers, Ranchers and Linemen Praised for Wildfire Response
Once again, I am in awe of the volunteers in our county. Pritchett, Campo, Springfield, Two Buttes, Vilas and Walsh….your volunteer fire personnel are top notch. You guys never get enough credit, but we’re all thankful for what you do. In addi...
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Town of Campo Thanks Volunteers and Fire Crews for Protecting Community During Wildfire
The Town of Campo would like to extend our greatest gratitude to all of the volunteers from all around and anyone who helped with yesterday's fire to help save our little town. We are so thankful and so appreciative. We also want to continue to pr...
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Rocky Ford Fire Dept. Assists at Sharpe Fire and multiple mutual aid calls
Currently we have crews helping in Campo, CO for a fast moving grass/brush fire. We have crews that assisted on approximately CR 7 and CR KK west of Manzanola, CO for a double chicken coop fire in heavy winds. We also have a crew in the area of CR...
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Baca County Fire Preparedness Notice Urges Residents, Farmers and Ranchers to Stay Ready
Fire Preparedness Notice !!! We are asking all Baca County residents and surrounding areas we assist to stay aware and be prepared. With the drought conditions we are facing, the fire danger is extremely serious right now. Please pay attention to ...
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Golden Plains Insurance Awards 2026 Scholarship to Kree Wallace of Las Animas
Congratulations to the 2026 Golden Plains Insurance Scholarship Recipient – Kree Walace Lamar— May 12, 2026 — Golden Plains Insurance is thrilled to announce Kree Walace as the recipient of the prestigious Golden Plains Insurance Scholarship...
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Otero County Adopts Ordinance Restricting Open Fires and Open Burning in Unincorporated Areas
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-001 THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF OTERO COUNTY, COLORADO AN ORDINANCE RESTRICTING OPEN FIRES AND OPEN BURNING IN THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF OTERO COUNTY
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La Junta Senior Golf League Celebrates Women Golfers During May 12 Scramble
The La Junta Senior Golf League welcomed 47 golfers on Tuesday, May 12, with a scramble format which included extra putts on every green. If any member of a team made the putt, the team could subtract one stroke from its score. With a Mother's Day...
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VA Secretary Doug Collins Visits Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare System in Aurora
ICYMI: (In Case You Missed It) VA Secretary Doug Collins Visits Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare System AURORA, Colo. – On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins visited the Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare Sys...
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SECOM Highlights Local Leadership, Community Commitment and Reliable Internet Service
At SECOM, leadership starts with being local, involved, and committed to the communities we proudly serve every day. Our CEO, Scott Monarco, believes in more than just providing internet, he believes in building relationships, supporting local com...
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Las Animas Schools Name Lana Gardner and Addie Wallace as Superintendent Finalists
The Las Animas School District Board of Education will host a "Meet the Candidates Reception" on May 14, 2026, from 4:30pm to 6pm in the Junior High Commons Area. Providing Staff, students and community members an opportunity to meet the Superinte...
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