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Fatal Head-On Crash Closes Boulder Canyon Drive (Hwy 119), Colorado State Patrol Investigating

Published: 04/02/2026

Fatal Head-on Crash on Boulder Canyon Drive Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route (Boulder, COLO) - On April 2, 2026, at approximately 9:23 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to a report of a head-on crash on Highway 119 (Boulder...

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Becky Ann Hicks Obituary

Published: 04/01/2026

Becky Ann Hicks Nov. 13, 1955 - April 1, 2026 Obituary Becky Ann Hicks was born on November 13, 1955, in Rocky Ford, Colorado, to Eva Keller (Gribble) and Charles William Hicks, and passed away on April 1, 2026, at UC Memorial in Colorado Springs,...

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Colorado State Patrol Warns ‘Seconds Matter’ as Distracted Driving Causes Thousands of Crashes

Published: 04/01/2026

Seconds Matter Troopers caution drivers about distractions (COLO) – April is National Distracted Driving Month, and the Colorado State Patrol doesn't want you to be fooled; multi-tasking behind the wheel is a myth. To be safe and allow for adequ...

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Free Advance Healthcare Directive Workshop with Lunch Set for April 22 in Bent County

Published: 04/01/2026

Plan Your Healthcare Wishes: Free Workshop April 22 at Bent County Senior Center Plan Ahead for Peace of Mind

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Update: CO 71 is Open - Culvert Failure Prompts Closure of CO 71 Between Rocky Ford and Ordway

Published: 04/01/2026

Update: CO 71 is Open as of April 18th Culvert Failure Prompts Closure of CO 71 Between Rocky Ford and Ordway Rocky Ford, Colo. — The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has implemented an extended closure of Colorado Highway 71 between...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Consolidates Sales at Lake Pueblo State Park Visitor and Service Center

Published: 04/01/2026

Customer service and sales consolidate at Lake Pueblo State Park PUEBLO, Colo – Colorado Parks and Wildlife consolidates over-the-counter sales inside the renamed &

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Colorado Hands-Free Law Cuts Distracted Driving 4.7%, Prevents 600 Crashes in First Year

Published: 04/01/2026

Colorado's hands-free law linked to 4.7% drop in distracted driving, preventing 600 crashes statewideDistracted Driving Awareness Month begins April 1 Statewide — New data shows Colorado's hands-free law is helping reduce distracted driving and ...

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New Costilla County Sheriff Joe Smith Announces Immediate Action Plan to Stabilize Operations and Restore Confidence

Published: 04/01/2026

Costilla County’s New Sheriff Takes Oath, Unveils Plan to Restore Trust and Strengthen Law Enforcement San Luis, Colorado - On March 30, 2026, I officially took the oath of office to serve as the Sheriff of Costilla County. I am stepping into th...

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Rocky Ford Food Market Savings March 31 - April 6, 2026

Published: 04/01/2026

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

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La Junta Police Seek Public Help Identifying Suspects in Citywide Vandalism Incidents

Published: 03/31/2026

Multiple Vandalism Reports in La Junta, Police Ask for Help Identifying Suspects The La Junta Police Department is requesting the public's assistance regarding a series of vandalism incidents that occurred overnight on March 29th. Officers receive...

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Prowers County Honors Sheriff’s Captain Randy Morris, Flags Lowered to Half-Staff After His Passing

Published: 03/31/2026

Prowers County Honors the Life and Service of Captain Randy Morris Prowers County, CO — The Prowers County Board of County Commissioners has ordered all county flags to be flown at half-staff until further notice in honor of Prowers County Sheri...

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I-25 North of Pueblo Construction Begins April 6, Overnight Lane Closures Expected

Published: 03/31/2026

― Project Announcement ―Cable rail installation project to begin north of Pueblo on I-25 Motorists should expect overnight median shoulder closures and inside single lane closures starting April 6 Pueblo County — The Colorado Department of T...

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Ryan Michael Stegman Urtado Obituary

Published: 03/31/2026

Ryan Michael Stegman Urtado October 16, 1986 — March 24, 2026 Obituary A come and go celebration of life for former Lamar, Colorado resident, Ryan Michael Stegman Urtado will be held on Friday, April 3, 2026, from 3:00PM until 5:00PM at the Peac...

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US 160 Resurfacing Project Near Walsenburg Begins April 6, Expect Delays

Published: 03/31/2026

― PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENT ―Resurfacing project to begin on US 160 west of Walsenburg Motorists should plan for up to 15-minute delays Huerfano County — The Colorado Department of Transportation and its contract partner, United Companies, will b...

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Murder Suspect Arrested in Colorado After Multi-Agency Standoff, CBI Assists New Mexico Police

Published: 03/31/2026

Colorado Bureau of Investigation Assists New Mexico State Police in Arrest of First-Degree Murder Suspect March 30, 2026 – CBI – Lakewood, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) assisted the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) in the appr...

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Otero County Deputy Injured Saving Teens: Community Rallies for Joe Pentlicki’s Recovery Launching A GoFundMe

Published: 03/31/2026

Support Deputy Joe Pentlicki’s Recovery Otero County Sheriff's Deputy Joe Pentlicki was in a horrific accident last Monday while helping four injured teenagers. The kids were at the bottom of an embankment after a crash. Pentlicki did not hesita...

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Picnic in the Park at La Junta on April 15: Free Family Event with Airborne ABA Therapy

Published: 03/30/2026

Airborne ABA Therapy Hosts Free Family Picnic in La Junta on April 15, 2026 Families in La Junta are invited to spend a relaxing afternoon outdoors during a Picnic in the Park set for April 15 at La Junta City Park. Hosted by Airborne ABA Therapy,...

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Cathy Lynn Erickson Obituary

Published: 03/30/2026

Cathy Lynn Erickson July 4, 1954 — March 24, 2026 Obituary A celebration of life for longtime Amarillo, Texas resident, Cathy Lynn Erickson will be held at 10:00AM on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Pastor Mike Bigler o

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New Drivers Face High Risk: Colorado Data Reveals Top Violations, Crash Causes, and New 2026 License Law

Published: 03/30/2026

The Responsibility of Holding a Driver's License Troopers share common top citation and crash causes of new drivers (COLO) –Earning a driver's license is a milestone moment in many people's lives and for good reason. A new driver gains independe...

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$2,000 Reward Offered in Center, Colorado Homicide Case of Charles “Bill” McClure: CBI Seeks Public Tips

Published: 03/30/2026

CBI, Saguache County Sheriff's Office, and Saguache County Board of Commissioners announce reward in ongoing Center Homicide Investigation March 30, 2026 – CBI – Center, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in coordination with th...

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Red Flag Warning in Southern Colorado: High Fire Risk Today with 40 MPH Winds and 9% Humidity (March 30, 2026)

Published: 03/30/2026

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Pueblo CO 1243 AM MDT Mon Mar 30 2026 Teller County/Rampart Range Including Pikes Peak and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument- Fremont County Including Canon City/Howard/Texas Creek- San...

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Trash Burning Sparks Brush Fire on Rd 809, LJFD Prevents Spread to Canal and Power Pole

Published: 03/29/2026

Brush Fire Contained Near Canal on Rd 809 After Trash Burn Sparks Morning Incident At approx 9:34am this morning, (3/29/26) we responded to a reported brush fire in the 27000 blk of Rd 809. Upon arrival fire was spreading toward the canal. Crews b...

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Colorado State Patrol Seeks Public Help in Pueblo West Hit-and-Run That Seriously Injured 16-Year-Old Girl

Published: 03/28/2026

Colorado State Patrol is Requesting the Public’s Assistance Hit-and-run seriously injuring juvenile (Pueblo West, COLO) – The Colorado State Patrol is asking the public for assistance with a serious injury hit-and-run crash involving a juvenil...

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Decade-Old Colorado Homicide Solved as CBI Identifies Victim Through DNA and Genetic Genealogy

Published: 03/28/2026

Colorado Bureau of Investigation Identifies Victim in Decade-Old Homicide Case Using Genetic Genealogy March 27, 2026 – CBI – Bailey, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI), in partnership with the Golden Police Department, Park Coun...

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Margaret Jean Stjernholm Obituary

Published: 03/28/2026

Margaret Jean Stjernholm May 8, 1931 — March 19, 2026 Obituary Margaret Stjernholm, 94, of Fowler, Colorado, passed away peacefully early on the morning of March 19th at Fowler Healthcare. Margaret was born May 8, 1931, to Chester and Martha Irv...

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Kelli Jo Brubaker Announces Run for Crowley County Coroner, Bringing 25+ Years of Healthcare Experience

Published: 03/28/2026

My name is Kelli Jo Brubaker. I am an Unaffiliated candidate running for Crowley County Coroner in the 2026 general election. I began my career in healthcare in 1992 starting with CNA training, followed by graduation from nursing school in 1997. A...

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Ken R. Hood runs for Re-Election as Otero County Assessor, Highlighting 24 Years of Leadership

Published: 03/28/2026

Ken R. Hood Candidate for Re-Election for the Office of Otero County Assessor I have been an Otero County resident for the last 32 years. My wife and I own a small farm/ranch near Fowler. I have been in the Otero County Assessor’s Office for 29 ...

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Arvel Buggzie Netherton Obituary

Published: 03/28/2026

Arvel "Buggzie" Netherton November 29, 1954 — March 18, 2026 Obituary A private family service for longtime Walsh, Colorado resident, Arvel Lee Netherton will be held at a later date.

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Costilla County Sheriff, Undersheriff and Deputies Indicted on Assault, Misconduct and Abuse of Corpse Charges

Published: 03/27/2026

12th Judicial District Grand Jury Charges Sheriff, Undersheriff and Deputies with Serious Crimes March 27, 2026 RE: INDICTMENT OF COSTILLA COUNTY SHERIFF, UNDERSHERIFF AND DEPUTIES The 12th Judicial District Grand Jury issued indictments on March ...

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Letter to the Editor: Closing LJHS Pool Would Harm Health, Funding and Local Trust

Published: 03/27/2026

Cutting Pool Program Could Cost Community More Than It Saves I am writing as someone familiar with budgets and community program development. I have a master’s in organizational management from Regis University. I also regularly utilize the pool...

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