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Democrat representing parts of Boulder County drops reelection bid, citing integrity concerns
State Rep. Jennifer Parenti, a first-term Democrat from Erie, announced on Friday, July 19, that she is not running for reelection, citing the job’s conflicts with her values. “The way the legislature currently operates is not compatible with my values — not in terms of particular points of policy,...
The Most Beautiful Day of the Year Will Be Next Week in Colorado
Summer months in Colorado can be interesting. Summer in Colorado can be beautiful, but Colorado can be extremely unpredictable. Recently, I was installing a hose holder mount on the back of my house in Fort Collins. It was a beautiful and clear afternoon. Out of nowhere, the sky turned grey...
Colorado's oldest Protestant congregation celebrates 165 years of worship
By Kevin Strong, Writer/EditorFor churchgoers at one Central City church, "putting on your Sunday best" took on special meaning today. The congregation at Central City's St. James Church celebrated 165 years of worshipping together. This tradition of dressing up in 1850s-period clothing began around 10 years ago and has become a much-anticipated tradition.It was 1859, and gold had just been discovered in what would become Clear Creek County. The population of Central City ballooned to 7,500 as prospectors and others looking to make their fortunes off of the miners flocked to the mountain community. Among them was Clara Brown, known locally...
Psychedelic substances’ land use at this week’s planning commission
The city of Alamosa Planning Commission will take up and prepare land use specifics for psychedelic substances, as dictated in Proposition 122, during its regular meeting on Wednesday. The planning commission will classify land use codes for testing centers, healing centers, and cultivation. When Prop. 122, or the Natural Medicine...
Heart of the Rockies Rampage Popular With All Skaters
The deceptively-violent title of the Heart of the Rockies Rampage held this past weekend, fits the slang definition of the deceptively-violent term gnarly; to many skateboarders, it means awesome. Sponsored by World Cup Skateboarding, the Rampage was a festival not just to raise awareness of the benefits skateparks can have...
Rhythms on Rio lineup has ‘something for everyone’
DEL NORTE – Rhythms on the Rio, the San Luis Valley's largest and longest-running music festival, will return to Del Norte on Aug. 2-4. Organized by the South Fork Music Association, it has been held annually since 2006, except 2020 and 2021, to raise money to put musical instruments in the hands of San Luis Valley kids. Last year the event raised $15,000 for local school music programs.
HRRMC Special Meeting, Board to Meet July 24 to Discuss Parking Lots
The Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) Board of Directors have announced a special meeting to be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 via Zoom. The meeting’s agenda will focus on the capital purchase request for work expanding parking lots at the hospital campus. Presumably, Board members will review new bids after rejecting the previous batch and resubmitting the project for proposals.
Salida Weed Walk Teaches Locals About Local Plants
The Chaffee County Weed Department is partnering with the City of Salida to lead a weed identification walk tomorrow, July 24, at 5:30 pm. The walk will start at the Marvin Park parking lot off West Sackett Avenue, and will be about a mile round-trip. Participants should wear long sleeves and pants.
Sundays at Six continues July 28 with Xerephine Band
ALAMOSA – The Alamosa Live Music Association’s Sundays at Six summer concert series continues July 28 with the luscious folk and indie sounds of Xerephine Band, featuring Sage and Aera, from Crestone. The concert begins at 6 p.m. at Cole Park. Hailing from the United Kingdom, but now...
Manassa 5k sees record participation
MANASSA– An all-time high of 535 participants registered for the annual Manassa Pioneer Days 5k walk-run with a second record of 476 recorded as finishers Saturday in the 47-year history of the family-oriented event, according to longtime race organizer Ed Creery. He also estimated close to 3,000 spectators there to witness the race finish.
Alamosa Police Department report for July 7 to July 16, 2024
Griselda Tome Lagos, 45, of Alamosa was cited for cruelty to animals. Joseph Kelly, 49, of Alamosa was cited for unlawful possession of controlled substance. Cody Gonzlez, 19, of Alamosa was cited for speeding 10-19 over. Pablo Loya, 35, of Alamosa was cited for speeding 10-19 over. Ronnie Pacheco, 36,...
Pioneer Days Rodeo winning run
MANASSA– Bailey Bishop rides her horse around the first barrel Saturday afternoon at the Pioneer Days Rodeo in Manassa. Bishop was the Open Barrel Racing champion with a time of 17.59 seconds and received a new saddle. Also receiving saddles were Open Team Roping champions Colby Crowther and Kalob Lepp and Open Tie-Down Roping champion Travis Canty. Saddle sponsors were Crowther Ranches, Seal Cattle Ranch, and the El Pomar Foundation. Complete rodeo results were not available prior to publication.
City Council meeting of July 22, 2024
All council members were present for the July 22, 2024 meeting. As there were no persons wanting to speak during the Public Comments portion of the meeting, Mayor Crespin reminded everyone that this is their chance to address Council if they have concerns. Kristin Scwartz gave the Treasurer report, informing...
U.S. Army transfers first parcel of land at Pueblo Chemical Depot to PuebloPlex
The first parcel of land at the U.S. Army Chemical Depot site in Pueblo County recently transferred from federal to local ownership. More than 5,100 acres now belong to PuebloPlex, the agency charged with redeveloping the site that was used for chemical weapons storage and was more recently tasked with their destruction.
Discussion on protecting houses of worship coming to Pueblo July 24
The Pueblo City-County Library District is set to host an interfaith event July 24 to provide information to faith-based institutions about threats of violence to houses of worship and responsive measures to counter potential risks, including active shooters. The "Protecting Houses of Worship" event is set to take place at the Rawlings Library at 100 E. Abriendo Ave., from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. It will include a series of panels discussing topics like threats facing...
Jensen Estate Sale August 3rd in Fowler, CO
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Florence officials reveal plan to improve troubled Arrowhead Drive
FREMONT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- Officials in the town of Florence will spend nearly $400,000 to improve a three-block stretch of Arrowhead Drive on the town's south side that has long been criticized by neighbors for its rough condition. "I moved here in March," said Tommie Keeler, who lives along the troubled street. "I noticed The post Florence officials reveal plan to improve troubled Arrowhead Drive appeared first on KRDO.
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