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Colorado State Patrol Urges Drivers to Move Vehicles After Minor Crashes to Prevent Secondary Accidents

Published: 03/26/2026

Property Damage Only? Move It for Safety Colorado Drivers can clear the roadway after minor crashes (Colorado) — The Colorado State Patrol is reminding motorists that remaining stopped in active traffic lanes after a minor crash is dangerous and...

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Otero College Announces 2026 President’s Leadership Scholars, Applications Open for 2026–2027 Program

Published: 03/25/2026

Otero College recognizes this year’s President’s Leadership Scholars - Applications are now open for 2026-2027 Scholars LA JUNTA – Students named as President’s Leadership Program (PLP) Scholars for 2026 were awarded scholarship for Spring...

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Las Animas Mayor Addresses March 23 Police Incident, Emphasizing Transparency and No Threat to Public Safety

Published: 03/25/2026

Las Animas Leaders Respond to Community Concerns Over Police Call and School Lockout To the citizens of Las Animas, Communication is the bedrock of trust between a community, it’s government and those sworn to protect it. Recently, specifically ...

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Help Wanted: Otero County Road and Bridge Crewman

Published: 03/25/2026

Help Wanted: Otero County Road and Bridge Crewman Otero County has two (2) opening for Road and Bridge Crewman in the La Junta area and one (1) opening for Road and Bridge Crewman in the Swink/Rocky Ford area. The position is full-time and perform...

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Two Buttes Reservoir Dries Up: Colorado Parks and Wildlife Ends Fish Salvage Order in Baca County

Published: 03/25/2026

Two Buttes Reservoir Dries Completely, CPW Lifts Emergency Fish Salvage Order March 24, 2026SPRINGFIELD, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife has rescinded the emergency fish salvage order at Two

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Brian Lovato Announces Candidacy for Otero County Sheriff, Emphasizing Leadership and Accountability

Published: 03/25/2026

Brian Lovato Launches Campaign for Otero County Sheriff Focused on Leadership and Community Trust After much thought, prayer, and conversations with my family, I am officially announcing my candidacy for Otero County Sheriff. I am running because ...

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Rocky Ford Food Market Savings March 24 - 30, 2026

Published: 03/25/2026

The Rocky Ford Food Market is Located at 800 Chestnut Ave.

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Rocky Ford Fire Dept. Reports Timpas Feedlot Loader Fire Contained with LJFD Mutual Aid

Published: 03/25/2026

Front-End Loader Fire Near Rocky Ford Fully Contained; Rocky Ford Fire and La Junta Crews Respond, No Injuries Reported Today at approximately 11:35 am we were paged out to Timpas Feedlot for a front end loader on fire north of the feedlot. La Jun...

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Brush Fire East of La Junta Quickly Contained; Crews Credit Rapid Multi-Agency Response

Published: 03/24/2026

2.6-Acre Brush Fire Near Hwy 194 Started by Accidental Spark At approx 12:29pm today, a reported brush fire was toned out in the area of 30916 Hwy 194 East of La Junta. Upon arrival of the first crews they found a fast moving brush fire in trees a...

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Fatal Semi Crash Closes Larimer County Road 72 Near Highway 287, Hazmat Responds to Fuel Leak

Published: 03/24/2026

Fatal Crash Closes West Larimer County Road 72 Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes (Larimer County, COLO) – On March 24, 2026, at about 3:52 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to the area of Larimer County Road 72, just east of...

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Antonio H. LaForé Obituary

Published: 03/24/2026

Antonio H. LaForé June 19, 1945 ~ March 20, 2026 (age 80) Mass of Christian Burial for Antonio LaForé will be held at 10:00 a.m. and Rosary at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Las Animas, Colorado. Interme...

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Robert Eugene Roberson Obituary

Published: 03/24/2026

Robert Eugene Roberson August 30, 1931 — March 20, 2026 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Robert Eugene Roberson passed away on March 20, 2026 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born on August 30,1931 in Rocky Ford, Colorado to Herbert Eugene and V...

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Otero County Backs Funding to Upgrade Radiology at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center

Published: 03/24/2026

Federal Funding Sought to Modernize Radiology Services at Rural Hospital in Southeast Colorado March 17, 2026 The Honorable Michael Bennet United States Senate

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Dr. Mike Bartolo Nominated for Friend of the Arkansas Award for Decades of Water and Agriculture Leadership

Published: 03/24/2026

Otero County supports Dr. Mike Bartolo’s nomination for the Friend of the Arkansas Award for his impact on water management and farming in the Arkansas Valley. March 12, 2026 Arkansas River Basin Water Forum Attn: Jean Van Pelt

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Otero County Backs Southeast Colorado Transit Hub Project in Funding Request to Congresswoman Boebert

Published: 03/24/2026

A proposed Southeast Colorado transit hub in Las Animas would improve mobility, reduce costs, and expand access to jobs and healthcare. March 10, 2026 The Honorable Lauren Boebert U.S. House of Representatives

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Otero County Commissioners Approve Grants, Rail Priorities, and Infrastructure Projects in March 9 Meeting

Published: 03/24/2026

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Otero County Deputy Injured in Heroic Rescue of Teens After Rollover Crash, Surgery Scheduled

Published: 03/24/2026

Injured Otero County Deputy Recovering After Fall While Rescuing Teens in Rollover Crash Update on Injured Deputy. March 23, 2926 19:00. Deputy Joe Pentlicki and Detective Sergeant Tyson Duran were responding to a crash involving four teenagers in...

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Bent County Sheriff’s Office Issues Statement on Brian Cazares Escape, Confirms No Custody or Involvement

Published: 03/24/2026

Bent County Sheriff Clarifies Their Agency Not Involved in Brian Cazares Escape The Bent County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a clarification regarding the reported escape of Brian Cazares earlier today. We would like to officially state that Mr. ...

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Colorado Begins Walleye Spawning at Pueblo Reservoir to Support Statewide Fisheries

Published: 03/24/2026

CPW Starts Annual Walleye Egg Collection at Pueblo Reservoir to Boost Colorado Fisheries PUEBLO, Colo. - Colorado Parks and Wildlife aquatics biologists continue annual walleye spawning operations at Pueblo Reservoir, collecting eggs that help sup...

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Las Animas Police Search for Suspect Brian Cazares After Custody Escape, Schools Placed on Secure Status

Published: 03/23/2026

Las Animas PD Seeks Suspect After Escape; School District Issues Secure Status Alert The Las Animas Police Department is looking for a suspect named Brian Cazares. The suspect escaped custody of the PD while being detained for a violation of Restr...

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Frances Lucille Kelly Obituary

Published: 03/23/2026

Frances Lucille Kelly August 16, 1952 — March 22, 2026 Obituary A private family service for longtime Frances Lucille Kelley, affectionately known to her family and friends as Lucille, will be held at a later date. Frances Lucille Kelly was born...

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US 50 Resurfacing Project in Pueblo Begins April 6: Expect Lane Closures, Night Work Through 2026

Published: 03/23/2026

US Highway 50 Repairs in Pueblo County Begin April 6, Bringing Delays and Safety Upgrades Motorists should plan for daytime and nighttime work starting April 6 Pueblo County — The Colorado Department of Transportation and its contract partner, M...

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CPW Warns of Water Dangers: Spring Boating Safety Tips Every Colorado Boater Should Know

Published: 03/23/2026

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Urges Boaters to Wear Life Jackets as Cold Water Risks Rise This Spring DENVER ‒ As temperatures rise, boating safety should too. Ahead of the warm weekend, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) urges outdoor recreationis...

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Kiowa County Fire Chief Praises Volunteer Firefighters After Grass Fire and Fatal Crash Response

Published: 03/23/2026

Fire Chief Highlights Dedication of Kiowa County Volunteer Firefighters Amid Recent Incidents There’s been a lot of noise surrounding our fire district lately. Questions, opinions, and uncertainty have made their way into conversations across ou...

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Free Kids Fishing Days in Southeast Colorado 2026: CPW Releases Event Calendar

Published: 03/22/2026

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Releases Free Kids Fishing Days Calendar for Southeast Colorado Events: Midwest Farms (Holly Gravel Pit) -Sunday April 12, 1pm-3pm Turk's Pond (South of Two Buttes) - Saturday April 25, 9am-12pm Leonard Hudnall Pond (La...

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America the Beautiful Chorus to Perform Barbershop Concert at Otero College on March 29

Published: 03/23/2026

Barbershop Harmony Returns to Otero College with America the Beautiful Chorus Concert The fifth Arkansas Valley Community Concert of the 2025-26 season will be sung by America the Beautiful chorus and three quartets. In 4-part harmony, they will s...

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Sangre de Cristo Community Care Honors Vietnam Veterans with Quilts of Valor Ceremony in La Junta

Published: 03/21/2026

Watch the Exclusive Coverage on SECO News: Sangre de Cristo Community Care Welcomed Vietnam Veterans Home at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Hall on March 20, 2026, with a Luncheon and Quilts of Valor Ceremony...

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Maria Teresa Pizano Obituary

Published: 03/21/2026

Maria Teresa Pizano May 30, 1953 ~ March 19, 2026 (age 72) Mass of Christian Burial for Granada, Colorado resident, Maria Teresa Pizano will be held at 10:00 a.m., and recitation of the Rosary at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, March 28, 2026 at St. Frances ...

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Daniel Paul Gonzales Obituary

Published: 03/21/2026

Daniel Paul Gonzales January 27, 1963 - March 14, 2026 Obituary Daniel Paul Gonzales of Rocky Ford, Colorado entered into rest, on March 14, 2026, in his home. He was born in La Junta, Colorado, on January 27, 1963, to Daisy and Emillio Gonzales. ...

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Russell Edwin Karney Obituary

Published: 03/21/2026

Russell Edwin Karney September 21, 1929 — March 19, 2026 La Junta, CO Obituary Russell Edwin Karney, 96, of La Junta, Colorado peacefully passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Bluestem Village in La Junta surrounded by his loving family. He w...

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