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Prowers County Voter Registration: Residency Rules, Address Requirements and How to Update Your Information

Published: 05/02/2026

Media Information Jana Coen Prowers Clerk and Recorder ELECTION NEWS: Rules for Determining Residency: C.R.S. 1-2-102 (1) (a) The residence of a person is the principal or primary home or place of abode of a person. A principal or primary home or ...

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Poitrey Canyon Fire Update (May 2, 2026): Rain Slows Spread, Crews Reduce Personnel and Strengthen Containment Lines

Published: 05/02/2026

Poitrey Canyon Fire update 8am 5/2/26 There is no reported change in acreage or percent containment today, but more rain fell over the fire yesterday, limiting fire activity. Fire behavior was minimal and mostly smoldering, with pockets of creepin...

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David Haydon Pettes Obituary

Published: 05/02/2026

David Haydon Pettes Oct 13, 2007 - Apr 28, 2026 Obituary David Haydon Pettes was born on October 13, 2007, in Chandler, Arizona. He was taken from us on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. David moved to his hometown of Manzanola, Colorado, during his freshm...

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Colorado State Patrol Investigates Train vs. Truck Crash in Adams County

Published: 05/01/2026

Pickup Truck vs. Train Crash Crash closes road in Adams County (Adams County, Colorado) – This evening, at about 7:10 p.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to the area of East 64th Avenue and Downing Street for a white Chevrolet Silverad...

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Bent County Drug Bust: Fentanyl Distribution Ring Shut Down in Las Animas, Multiple Arrests After Coordinated Raids

Published: 05/01/2026

Las Animas Fentanyl Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests Following Bent County Sheriff’s Office and Multi-Agency Raids On April 30, 2026, at approximately 1432 hours, the Bent County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of trespas...

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Travis Nelson Launches Unaffiliated Campaign for Colorado Senate District 35

Published: 04/30/2026

My name is Travis Nelson, and I am running as an unaffiliated candidate for Colorado Senate District 35 because rural Southern Colorado deserves a senator who shows up for ALL PEOPLE, not just one party, one town, or one political machine. This ca...

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Lamar Community College Selected for Statewide Work-Based Learning Initiative

Published: 04/30/2026

Lamar Community College Selected for Statewide Work-Based Learning Initiative Lamar, CO — April 29, 2026 — Lamar Community College (LCC) has been selected as one of two CCCS colleges to participate in the Colorado Work-Integrated Learn...

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Pueblo Christian Center to Host 8th Annual Father’s Day Car Show on June 21

Published: 04/30/2026

Pueblo Christian Center will be hosting the 8th Annual Father's Day Car Show following our Sunday service on June 21, 2026. It will be a FREE event you and your family won't want to miss! From 10:30AM to 1:30PM, there will be vintage cars, trucks,...

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Ronald Paul Gerboth Obituary

Published: 04/30/2026

Ronald Paul Gerboth March 26, 1953 - April 25, 2026 Obituary Ronald Paul Gerboth, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Denver, Colorado, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Dodge City, Kansas, in 1943, Ron grew up in Wheatridge, Colo...

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Otero Dancers Bibbidi Bobbidi DANCE Brings Magic to the Stage This Weekend

Published: 04/30/2026

La Junta, CO — Get ready for an enchanting weekend as local dancers take the stage for Bibbidi Bobbidi DANCE, a recital filled with creativity, talent, and a touch of magic. Dancers of all ages will showcase the skills they've been working o...

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Colorado State Patrol Offers Free Steering Wheel Locks in Pueblo to Help Prevent Auto Theft

Published: 04/30/2026

Colorado State Patrol Expands Steering Wheel Lock Program (COLORADO) – The Colorado State Patrol is excited to announce the expansion of the popular anti-vehicle theft, steering wheel lock program. This program hands out steering wheel locks...

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Oklahoma Murder Suspect Arrested in Alamosa by U.S. Marshals Task Force

Published: 04/30/2026

Thursday, April 30, 2026 Arrest of Oklahoma Murder Suspect Alamosa, CO - On April 28, 2026, the Southern Colorado United States Marshals Service Violent Offenders Task Force, in collaboration with regional law enforcement agencies, executed the su...

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Las Animas Police Report: Warrant Arrest, Unattended Deaths, Damaged Property and Suspicious Activity Reported April 19–26

Published: 04/30/2026

POLICE HAPPENINGS - 04/19/26 - 04/26/26 * 04/19/26 - FOUND PROPERTY - Status: Under investigation. Officer Sandoval was dispatched to the 200 block of Locust to pick up found property. * 04/19/26 - ASSAULT - SIMPLE ASSAULT - Status: Unfounded Offi...

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Richard Borrego Sentenced to 15 Years After Chaffee County Officer-Involved Shooting

Published: 04/30/2026

Richard Borrego, age 55 from Pueblo, CO was in Chaffee County District Court on April 29th, 2026, to be sentenced on charges stemming from an officer involved shooting that occurred back on January 8th, 2025 in Chaffee County. On January 8th, 2025...

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GoFundMe Created to Support Family of David Pettes After Tragic Car Accident

Published: 04/30/2026

Community Rallies to Support Family of Student David Pettes After Fatal Car Accident The community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of student David Pettes , who passed away last evening as a result of a car accident. According to a statement sh...

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Driver Extricated After Rollover Crash on San Juan Avenue in La Junta

Published: 04/30/2026

Driver Extricated After Rollover Crash on San Juan Avenue in La Junta This morning at approx 1006 am, we were dispatched to an auto accident with possibly a person trapped in the 2400 blk of San Juan. Upon arrival of Deputy Chief Childers, he repo...

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Vic Meyers: SB26-121 Won’t Save Colorado Family Farms and Ranches

Published: 04/30/2026

To the Editor: I grew up working on the Donnely Ranch and Armstrong Ranch in Beulah, Colorado. I bucked bales, fixed fence, branded calves, and learned a lot. Before the crash of 2008 and a drought, I had a few horses. I’m not a farmer or a ...

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Free Kids’ Grief Camp Coming to La Junta June 11 at Koshare Museum

Published: 04/30/2026

Sangre de Cristo Community Care to Host Free Kids’ Camp in La Junta on June 11 LA JUNTA, Colo. — Sangre de Cristo Community Care is once again offering a free Kids’ Camp for children grieving the loss of a loved one or someone cl...

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988 Colorado Mental Health Line Roadshow to Visit Crowley and Otero Counties May 4–8

Published: 04/30/2026

988 Colorado Mental Health Line to Visit Crowley and Otero Counties May 4-8 to Better Understand Community Needs The 988 Colorado Mental Health Line (988 Colorado) will visit Crowley and Otero counties May 4-8, 2026, to better understand community...

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Michael Rodger Wyatt Obituary

Published: 04/30/2026

Michael Rodger Wyatt January 16, 1952 — April 27, 2026 Obituary A memorial celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident Michael Wyatt is pending at this time. Per Michael’s request cremation will take place and there will be no view...

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Poitrey Canyon Fire Holds at 2,113 Acres and 45% Containment as Rain Reduces Fire Activity

Published: 04/30/2026

Poitrey Canyon Fire update 7am 4/30/26 The fire remains at 2,113 acres and 45% containment. Yesterday, cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity were reported across the fire, with the north side receiving precipitation. Fire activity was m...

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Colorado State Parks Raise Out-of-State Daily Vehicle Pass Fee to $15 Starting May 1

Published: 04/30/2026

Starting May 1, 2026- a new fee for Out-of-State license plates will go into effect at Colorado State Parks. Daily passes for Out-of-State vehicles will be increasing from $10 to $15 per pass. The Parks and Wildlife Commission approved the increas...

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Manzanola School District Grieves Loss of Student, Offers Counseling and Resources to Community

Published: 04/29/2026

Manzanola School District Mourns Tragic Loss of Student David Pettes, Counseling Support Available It is with deep sadness that we share the news that one of our students, David Pettes, passed away last evening as a result of a car accident. This ...

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Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash on US Highway 50 Near Manzanola Claims Life of 18-Year-Old Driver

Published: 04/29/2026

Colorado State Patrol Reports on Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash Near Manzanola The Colorado State Patrol Public Information Officer reported that state troopers responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on April 28, 2026 at 10:26 PM at US Hwy 50 mile post 3...

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Fans Removed From La Junta Basketball Game by La Junta Police - Officials Remind Community of Conduct Policies

Published: 04/29/2026

Officials Address Fan Misconduct at La Junta Basketball Game, Reinforce Zero-Tolerance Policy As the Area Director of Basketball Officials, I am addressing an incident that occurred on February 6, 2026, during a C-team basketball game between La J...

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Roy Sherman Showalter Obituary

Published: 04/29/2026

Roy Sherman Showalter August 4, 1946 - April 27, 2026 Obituary Roy Sherman Showalter, age 79 of Swink, Colorado went home to Jesus and reunited with all his loved ones in heaven on April 27, 2026, peacefully at home held and surrounded by his wife...

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Nurses Corner at Cottonwood Ridge: Cancer & Mental Health Awareness Session

Published: 04/29/2026

Nurses Corner: Cancer and Mental Health Awareness Month Join Sangre de Cristo Community Care for a free Nurses Corner educational session focused on cancer awareness and mental health awareness. The compassionate nursing team will share helpful in...

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Free Nurses Corner Event: Cancer & Mental Health Awareness at Prairie View Village in Las Animas

Published: 04/29/2026

Nurses Corner: Cancer and Mental Health Awareness Month Join Sangre de Cristo Community Care for a free Nurses Corner educational session focused on cancer awareness and mental health awareness. The nursing team will share helpful information, res...

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Colorado to Honor 24 Fallen Law Enforcement Officers May 1

Published: 04/29/2026

Annual Ceremony to Honor Colorado's Fallen Law Enforcement Officers WHAT: Each year, members of Colorado's law enforcement community gather to honor those law enforcement officers who gave their lives at the Colorado Law Enforcement Memorial (CLEM...

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Las Animas Elementary School to Celebrate Colorado Centers of Excellence Award on May 4

Published: 04/29/2026

Las Animas Elementary School is proud to announce that it has been recognized by the Colorado Department of Education with a Centers of Excellence Award . This award honors schools that demonstrate exceptional student longitudinal academic growth,...

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