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Otero College Choir to present “Familiar tunes, New Takes: Songs Interpreted by Great Arrangers” on April 29th

Published: 04/25/2024

Otero College Choir to present “Familiar tunes, New Takes: Songs Interpreted by Great Arrangers” LA JUNTA — The Otero College Choir will present a concert of familiar music arranged by great arrangers on Monday, April 29, at 7 p....

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Bent County Health Shuts Down Bent's Fort Inn, Designates it an "Illegal Drug Laboratory"

Published: 04/24/2024

IMMEDIATE SHUTDOWN ORDER NOTICE OF CONTAMINATION Dear Bent's Fort Inn Resident: After conducting an on-site air quality sample in all of the public areas of the Bent's Fort Inn, including but not limited to the Lower Hallway, the Upper Hallway, an...

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Virginia Grimsley Obituary

Published: 04/23/2024

Virginia Grimsley Aug 2nd, 1940 – April 10th, 2024 Obituary Virginia J. Grimsley of Colorado Springs, formerly of Rocky Ford, passed away in Colorado Springs on April 10, 2024 at the age of 83. Virginia was born in Las Animas to Roy and Anit...

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Otero Sheriff Reports on Cruelty to Animals Arrest

Published: 04/22/2024

Otero Sheriff Reports on Cruelty to Animals Arrest Rocky Ford, Colo. - April 17th, 2024 - Deputies from the Otero County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the area of Highway 71 south of Rocky Ford on a report of someone dumping puppies in a cag...

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Local Law Enforcement Meet and Greet April 24, 2024 in La Junta

Published: 04/22/2024

Local Law Enforcement Meet and Greet Otero County Sheriff Shawn Mobley And La Junta Police Department Chief Todd Quick with seconews.org on Location Date: April 24, 2024 Time: 8:00 a.m. Location: The Barista The Barista is Located at 307 Colorado ...

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Harwood Fire Photo Gallery by Daniel Chaparro

Published: 04/21/2024

Harwood Fire Photo Gallery by Daniel Chaparro According to Rocky Ford Fire Chief Ray Gonzales, the fire started in the dry brush pictured here. Gonzales said that the fire is under investigation and the cause is undetermined. ( Watch the Interview...

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Rocky Ford Fire Dept VS Suspicious Rubish Fire

Published: 04/20/2024

Rocky Ford Fire Dept VS Suspicious Rubish Fire At approximately 8:30pm We were paged to another fire in the alleyway between 13th street and 12th street behind the St Peter's Catholic Church of Rocky Ford. We used resources from the Harwood fire t...

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Rocky Ford Fire Dept Reports on Harwood Fire

Published: 04/20/2024

Rocky Ford Fire Dept Reports on The Harwood Fire At approximately 5:30 pm last night we were paged to a structure fire in the area of 11th street and Railroad Avenue. Upon arrival we found that a large area of high grass and weeds were burning at ...

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La Junta EMS Crews Respond to US Hwy 50 Pickup and Trailer Roll Over

Published: 04/18/2024

La Junta EMS Crews Respond to US Hwy 50 Pickup and Trailer Roll Over At approx 654pm this evening we responded to Hwy 50 and MM 381 on the East end of La Junta for a pickup and trailer that had wrecked and filled over into the ravine. EMS crews ar...

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Philip Lee Burke Obituary

Published: 04/18/2024

PHILIP LEE BURKE July 19, 1935 - April 11, 2024 Obituary Philip Lee Burke of La Junta, Colorado, entered into rest on April, 11, 2024 in his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 19, 1935 in Beltrami, Minnesota to Evelyn and R...

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Mary L. Poitier Obituary

Published: 04/18/2024

MARY L. POITIER May 15, 1950 - March 26, 2024 Obituary Mary L. Poitier of La Junta, Colorado and formerly of Florida, entered into rest, March 26, 2024, peacefully in her home. She was born to Dan Parrish and Willie Brown, May 15, 1950, in Savanna...

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Monica Rose Elmore-McFarlane Obituary

Published: 04/18/2024

Monica Rose Elmore-McFarlane May 5, 1983 – April 15, 2024 Obituary Monica Rose Elmore-McFarlane, 40, of Las Animas, CO passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 15, 2024 in Las Animas. She was born May 5, 1983 in Colorado to Larry & Deborah...

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Ronald G. Cornelius Obituary

Published: 04/18/2024

Ronald G. Cornelius June 28, 1945 - April 13, 2024 Obituary Ronald Gerbing Cornelius, born on June 28, 1945, in Raton, NM, passed away at home in La Junta with his children by his side on April 13, 2024. Ron was preceded in death by his parents Ge...

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Colorado State Patrol Reports on Fatal Hwy 101 Rollover Crash

Published: 04/18/2024

Colorado State Patrol Reports on Fatal Hwy 101 Crash Colorado State Patrol Troopers Responded to a Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on April 15 at 3:40 PM on Hwy 101 at milepost 4. One Fatal, Number of Vehicle(s) Involved: 1 Vehicle 1: 2006 Ford F-150 D...

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CBI Reports: 23 Suspects Indicted in Southeast Colorado Illegal Marijuana Operation

Published: 04/18/2024

23 SUSPECTS INDICTED IN ILLEGAL MARIJUANA OPERATION April 18, 2024 – CBI – Cañon City, CO – The 11th Judicial District Attorney’s Office announces grand jury indictments naming twenty-three (23) suspects as the resul...

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Joseph Michael Headley Obituary

Published: 04/18/2024

Join Us in Celebrating the Life of Joe Headley on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 1 PM at the Manzanola High School. If Possible, wear your high school colors and share your memories or stories about Joe. A light lunch will be served. Joseph Michael H...

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Colorado State Patrol Reports on Hwy 101 Rollover Crash

Published: 04/18/2024

Colorado State Patrol Reports on Hwy 101 Rollover Crash Colorado State Patrol Troopers responded to a single vehicle crash on April 14, 2024 at 645 PM on Hwy 101 in Bent County. Vehicle 1: 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada Driver: 27 year-old male of McClav...

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Manzanola Springfest Car & Bike Show May 11, 2024

Published: 04/17/2024

$20 ENTRY PER VEHICLE DOOR PRIZES AWARDS GIFT BAGS & BREAKFAST BURRITOS FOR ALL ENTERED BY MAY 1 MANZANOLA SPRING FEST CAR & BIKE SHOW EXPERIENCE THE ROAR OF ENGINES AND THE BRILLIANCE OF AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN AT THE MOST ANTICIPATED CAR SHOW ...

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Clean Valley Recycling Open House & Business After Hours May 17th

Published: 04/17/2024

Rocky Ford Chamber of Commerce OPEN HOUSE + La Junta Chamber of Commerce BUSINESS AFTER HOURS Tours of the Recycling Center Food and Drinks (First Come First Served Basis) Prizes! Paper Making Demonstration Learn About Composting May 17, 2024 | 5-...

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Lamar Fire Dept VS Shed Fire - April 15, 2024

Published: 04/16/2024

Lamar Fire Dept VS Shed Fire - April 15, 2024 On 4/15/24 at 1727 Lamar Fire was dispatched for a reported shed on fire in the area of Beech and 7th. Engine 6 and Engine 5 arrived on scene and found a shed fully involved with exposures on the East ...

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LJPD K9 Program Reinstated - Asking for Donations

Published: 04/16/2024

LJPD K9 Program Reinstated - Asking for Donations LJPD has reinstated its canine program and would like to introduce a new canine officer, "Oden," and his handler, Corporal Carlos Triana. Officer Oden and Corporal Triana are currently in training....

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Robert David Berg Obituary

Published: 04/16/2024

Robert David Berg Apr 25, 1957 Apr 8, 2024 Obituary He was born to Virginia and Robert D.W. Berg April 25, 1957 in Bloomington, Minnesota. He lived to 66 years of age. Rob is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Susan Berg of La Junta, childre...

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Brenda L. Allard Obituary

Published: 04/15/2024

Brenda L. Allard Aug. 4, 1959 – April 13, 2024 Obituary Brenda L. Allard, 64, passed away April 13, 2024 in Pueblo, CO. She was born August 4, 1959 in La Junta to Robert & Maria Delores (Apodaca) Black.Brenda attended La Junta public sch...

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Help Wanted: Mile High Youth Corps Summer of Service Corpsmember (Eastern Plains)

Published: 04/15/2024

Summer of Service Corpsmember (Eastern Plains) Position Description: Summer of Service (SOS) is a team-based, 10 week-long program. SOS participants (called Corpsmembers) serve on environmental stewardship projects throughout the 6-county region o...

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Help Wanted: Mile High Youth Corps Crew Leader Eastern Plains

Published: 04/15/2024

Crew Leader: Eastern Plains Position Overview: Mile High Youth Corps’ Eastern Plains Crew Leader positions require individuals who are skilled problem-solvers, experienced leaders, and positive role models. Crew leaders must possess a strong...

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Judy F. Martinez Obituary

Published: 04/15/2024

Judy F. Martinez June 30, 1948 – April 14, 2024 Obituary Judy F. Martinez, 75, passed away April 14, 2024 at her La Junta home. She was born June 30, 1948 in Rocky Ford, CO to Willard & Amelia (Eckhart) Hoke. She was married to Brigido &...

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Bent County Sheriff Reports: Escaped Inmate Captured by Raton Police

Published: 04/15/2024

Bent County Sheriff Reports: Escaped Inmate Captured by Raton Police Bent County Sheriff Jake Six reported to SECO News that Escaped Inmate Ronald Cailliar was captured in New Mexico without incident this morning. Six thanked agencies that assiste...

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Help Wanted: AVRMC - Staff Accountant / Analyst - Accounting

Published: 04/15/2024

AVRMC - Staff Accountant / Analyst - Accounting We are pleased that you are exploring employment opportunities with Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC). AVRMC is located in La Junta, Colorado, just east of the Rocky Mountains. We provi...

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Harrison F. Ruzicka Obituary

Published: 04/15/2024

Harrison F. Ruzicka October 5, 1986 ~ April 3, 2024 (age 37) Obituary Harrison Fitzgerald Ruzicka was born on October 5, 1986 and passed away on April 3, 2024 in Las Animas, CO. Harrison, a highly decorated veteran, was severely wounded in Afghani...

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90th Annual Santa Fe Trail Royalty Candidates & LAHS Events

Published: 04/14/2024

2024 Santa Fe Trail Day King/Queen Candidates: Seniors: Cordell Reisch & Alicia Deatherage Juniors: Jesus Aguilar Castro & Espi Marlow Sophomores: Nathaniel Garcia and Alexis Greenbank Freshman: Izabella Martinez Please join us for their c...

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