Warm up to Responsible Recreation: Stay Safe this Summer Near Water, Wildlife, and Wildfires
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 outdoor tips on how to have fun outside this sum...
Read More InfoLa Junta Names Patrick Comiskey Finalist for City Manager
La Junta Names Finalist for City Manager La Junta, Colorado- Following an extensive search and interviews by the City Manager Selection Committee, the City of La Junta has named a finalist for the City Manager position. Patrick C. Comiskey is a se...
Read More InfoVeterans and Active-Duty Military Get Free Entry at Colorado State Parks in August
Veterans and Active-Duty Military Get Free Entry at Colorado State Parks in August DENVER—To thank U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is offering free admission to all Colorado state parks to active-duty military, veter...
Read More InfoCDOT: CO Highway 96 Closure Between North Avondale and Boone Starting Aug 5, 2024
CO Highway 96 to close for water main installation Work is set to begin August 5 between North Avondale and Boone Pueblo County — The US Bureau of Reclamation with its contract partner Pate Construction, will begin water main installation wo...
Read More InfoLa Junta Fire Dept Extinguishes Lewis Bolt and Nut Vent Fire
La Junta Fire Dept Extinguishes Lewis Bolt and Nut Vent Fire At 1114pm on Monday night, we responded to a reported fire on the roof at Lewis Bolt and Nut in the industrial park. Upon arrival employees stated the fire was seen by the roof and comin...
Read More InfoSmall Town Project Awarded $354,990 Grant from The Colorado Trust
Small Town Project Awarded $354,990 Grant from The Colorado Trust Rocky Ford, CO - [July 17, 2024] - Small Town Project is excited to announce the receipt of a substantial $354,990 grant from The Colorado Trust in support of our mission to improve...
Read More InfoBaca Sheriff Aaron Shiplett Appointed to Colorado POST Board by Governor Jared Polis
Sheriff Aaron Shiplett Appointed to Colorado POST Board by Governor Jared Polis On June 29th 2024, the Baca County Sheriff’s Office was notified that Baca County Sheriff Aaron Shiplett was appointed by Governor Jared Polis to serve on the Co...
Read More InfoColorado Parks and Wildlife Seeks Public Feedback on the Draft Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan through August 6
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Seeks Public Feedback on the Draft Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan through August 6 DENVER - Colorado’s iconic outdoor recreation is vital to its identity, economy, and quality of life. The public ...
Read More InfoThe Buffalo Soldiers' Role in The American West Presentation in Rocky Ford
The Buffalo Soldies' Role in The American West A Free Lecture about the Buffalo Soldiers' role in the opening of the American West is offered Saturday, July 13, at 1:00 in Rocky Ford's Grand Theatre. The featured speaker is Dennis Moore of Colorad...
Read More InfoColorado Parks and Wildlife Enforces Sober Boating and Operation Dry Water
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 unde...
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