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Colorado Parks Officials Share Safety Tips for Holiday Weekend Visitors

Published: 07/02/2025

Celebrate smart: Stay safe this July 4th weekend DENVER—Coloradans and out-of-state visitors play an integral role in keeping our state parks clean, living in harmony with wildlife, and making the outdoors safer to explore. Below are a few safet...

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Four Arkansas Valley Athletes Qualify for USATF Region 10 Championships in Arizona

Published: 07/02/2025

**Arkansas Valley Athletes Qualify for Region 10 USATF Regionals in Mesa, Arizona** Arkansas Valley, CO – The Arkansas Valley is proud to announce that four outstanding local athletes have qualified to compete in the prestigious Region 10 USATF ...

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William Billy Lee Castleberry Obituary

Published: 07/02/2025

William "Billy" Lee Castleberry January 7, 1976 - June 25, 2025 Obituary William Lee Castleberry, affectionately known as "Billy," entered into rest on June 25, 2025, in Castle Rock, Colorado. Born in January 7,1976, in Colorado Springs, Colorado,...

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Jim Davis Obituary

Published: 07/01/2025

Jim Davis September 12, 1940 — June 27, 2025 Colorado City Obituary Jimmie Norman Davis, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2025, at the age of 84. Though he is no longer with us, his legacy, laughter, and love live on in all who knew him. Born ...

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Stay Safe This Fourth! CPW Cracks Down on Boating Under the Influence as Part of Operation Dry Water

Published: 07/01/2025

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Enforces Sober Boating and Operation Dry Water DENVER—Boaters heading out onto the water for the Fourth of July holiday weekend will see additional Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officers enforcing boating under th...

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Fred Albert Neuhold, Jr. Obituary

Published: 07/01/2025

Fred Albert Neuhold, Jr. July 19, 1935 — June 28, 2025 Obituary A celebration of life for longtime Lamar resident, Fred Neuhold Jr. will be held on Thursday, July 03, 2025 at 10:00AM at the Peacock Family Chapel with Jeff Procter officiating. In...

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CPW Launches Historic Statewide Initiative to Engage Tribes on State Park Priorities, Backed by GOCO Funding

Published: 06/30/2025

CPW to launch first-ever statewide initiative to engage Tribes and Native communities on priorities for Colorado state parks, funded by GOCO DENVER– At its June commission meeting, the Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board approved six unique pro...

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David Ronald Sacchetta Obituary

Published: 06/30/2025

David Ronald Sacchetta September 27, 1950 — June 25, 2025 Olney Springs, Colorado Obituary David Sacchetta was born on September 27, 1950, in Durango, Colorado, to Henry Francis Sacchetta & Reatha (Cundiff) Sacchetta. He spent the first ten year...

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VA Urges Fireworks Awareness to Support Veterans with PTSD This Fourth of July

Published: 06/30/2025

Support Veterans with PTSD during the 4th of July VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System encourages everyone to be mindful of Veterans living with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as we celebrate Independence Day. Fireworks are a special part ...

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Driver Arrested After Fleeing Crash That Injured CSP Trooper and Highway Worker

Published: 06/29/2025

Driver Who Struck Trooper and Highway Worker Captured After Attempting To Flee Suspect Hits Patrol Vehicle and Highway Worker Before Being Taken Into Custody (Colorado) - On June 29, 2025, at approximately 1:56 a.m., a black 2011 Toyota Camry stru...

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Ancient Celts in Southeast Colorado Presentation at The Grand Theatre in Rocky Ford

Published: 06/29/2025

Get Ready for The Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail Assn. July Event, July 12th at 1:00 p.m, at the Grand Theater in Rocky Ford. ANCIENT CELTS IN SOUTHEAST COLORADO The Bent’s Fort Chapter of the Santa Fe Trail Association invites the ...

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Remains Found in Remote Saguache County Confirmed as Missing Woman Edna Quintana

Published: 06/27/2025

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation Released the Following Statement Regarding the Discovery of Human Remains in Saguache County... Human Remains Found in Remote Area Confirmed to Be Edna Quintana June 27, 2025 – CBI – Saguache, CO – On Jun...

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La Junta Police Host Police in The Park August 1, 2025

Published: 06/26/2025

Police In The Park August 1st, 2025 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM La Junta City Park (Colorado Avenue & 12th Street) Building Police and Community Partnerships! • Food, Games and Prizes!

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Felimon Aragon Obituary

Published: 06/26/2025

Felimon Aragon February 15th, 1929 - June 22nd, 2025 Obituary Felimon Aragon passed away surrounded by his family at his home in Manzanola at the age of 96 on June 22, 2025. He was born in Encinasa, NM to Benancio & Clorinda Aragon. Felimon grew u...

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City of La Junta Responds to AVRMC Staff Reductions, Pledges Support for Healthcare Access

Published: 06/25/2025

City of La Junta Responds to AVRMC Staff Reductions, Pledges Support for Healthcare Access The City of La Junta is deeply saddened by the news of recent staff reductions at Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. Our thoughts are with the dedicat...

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AVRMC Announces Staff Reduction to Support Long-Term Stability

Published: 06/25/2025

Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center Announces Workforce Reduction as Part of Long-Term Stability Plan LA JUNTA, CO - (June 25, 2025) - Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center (AVRMC) has announced changes to strengthen and better position the ...

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Lamar Police Arrest Armed Theft Suspect at Walmart

Published: 06/25/2025

Lamar Police Arrest Armed Theft Suspect at Walmart On 06/18/2025 Lamar Police Officers responded to Walmart regarding a theft involving a male party still inside the store. During the detention of the then, unidentified male, a handgun was involve...

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Colorado State Patrol: DUIs Can Cost You More Than a License — They Can Cost You Your Job

Published: 06/25/2025

When Personal Life Impacts Professional Life DUIs can significantly impact employment (COLORADO)—–When you’re enjoying a beer at the ballpark, a cocktail at dinner or a smoke at a barbeque, you likely aren’t thinking about work. Yet, a bad...

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Ellenor Brenneman Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Ellenor Brenneman May 14, 1935 — June 23, 2025 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Ellenor Brenneman, 90, of La Junta, Colorado passed away June 23, 2025 at her La Junta home. She was born May 14, 1935 in La Junta to Jon Magner & Sarah Margaret (Miller)...

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CPW Offers $14 Centennial State Park Pass to Income-Eligible Coloradans

Published: 06/24/2025

Trade your screens for outdoor scenes with the $14 Centennial State Park Pass DENVER — Living life outside is part of the Colorado lifestyle, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is committed to ensuring that every Coloradan, regardless of thei...

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Richard Joe Ybarra Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Richard Joe Ybarra March 2, 1946 ~ June 22, 2025 (age 79) Obituary A graveside memorial service for Richard Ybarra will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, June 30, 2025 at Fort Lyon National Cemetery. Military Committal Rites will be provided by Ameri...

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Lorraine Lyons Ackerman Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Lorraine Lyons Ackerman January 17th, 1949 - June 22nd, 2025 Obituary Lorraine E. Lyons Ackerman of Rocky Ford passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at the age of 76 in Colorado Springs. Lorraine was born in West Side, IA to Webkelina & Donald Lyon...

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Anna Perez Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Anna Perez Monday, May 22nd, 1933 - Monday, June 16th, 2025 Obituary Anna Harriet Perez, 92, entered peacefully into rest on June 16th, 2025 at Pioneer Nursing Center in Rocky Ford, Colorado.Anna was born on May 22nd, 1933 in Las Vegas, New Mexico...

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Judy Ann Naimy Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Judy Ann Naimy January 16, 1948 — June 21, 2025 Canon City, Colorado Obituary Judy Ann Naimy, 77 years old of Mendenhall, Mississippi, died in Canon City, Colorado on June 21, 2025. She was born in Mendenhall, Mississippi in 1948 to James Thomas...

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Lamar Police K-9 Taco VS Half-Naked Woman in Canal

Published: 06/24/2025

Lamar Woman Arrested After Fleeing Into Canal K-9 Taco Assists in Escondido Park Incident On 06/20/2025 Officers responded to Escondido Park regarding a disturbance involving a female screaming and partially dressed. The female ran from the area u...

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Aurelia V. Gonzales Obituary

Published: 06/24/2025

Aurelia V. Gonzales April 3, 1941 — June 21, 2025 La Junta Obituary Aurelia Viola Gonzales, 84, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025. She was born on April 3, 1941 in Maes, New Mexico to Miguel and Margaret (Gallegos) Maestas. Aurelia attende...

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Bent County Shooting Suspect Arrested for Attempted Murder - Investigation Ongoing

Published: 06/24/2025

Bent County Sheriff Investigates Shooting on Grand; One Arrested for Attempted Murder Isaiah Burquez in Custody on Multiple Charges, No Ongoing Threat to Public The Bent County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a shooting that occurred ...

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Jacquelyn Jackie Malone Obituary

Published: 06/23/2025

Jacquelyn "Jackie" Malone November 15, 1951 — June 21, 2025 Obituary A celebration of life for longtime Granada, Colorado resident, Jacquelyn Malone, affectionately known to her family and friends as Jackie, will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, Ju...

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CDOT Widening Project on CO Hwy 71 to Cause Delays June 23–27

Published: 06/21/2025

Work will occur along Colorado Highway 71, north of County Road HH 5 and south of Bob Creek, Mile Point 18.75 to MP 20.75. Work will primarily consist of: Installing a passing lane Sign and delineator installation New fence installation Pavement m...

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Barry Morphew Indicted for Murder & Arrested in Arizona, Colorado Authorities Seek Extradition Following Grand Jury Charges

Published: 06/20/2025

Barry Morphew Indicted for Suzanne Morphew’s Murder; Arrested in Arizona Colorado Authorities Seek Extradition Following Grand Jury Charges On June 18, 2025, the Twelfth Judicial District Grand Jury returned an indictment charging Barry Morphew ...

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