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Beaver Found on Gunnison River Tests Positive for Tularemia, Colorado Parks and Wildlife Confirms

Published: 11/01/2025

Beaver Carcass Found on Gunnison River Tests Positive for Tularemia GUNNISON, Colo. – A beaver found dead last week at the Gunnison River Whitewater Park was sent for disease testing by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. The carcass was examined b...

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2025 SECO News Halloween Photo Gallery

Published: 10/31/2025

2025 SECO News Halloween Photo Gallery SECO News and The A.R.T. Project hosted FREE Halloween Photos at the SECO News Studios at 201 Colorado Ave. in La Junta during the Trick or Treat Street Event on Oct. 31st. See the Full Photo Gallery Below......

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Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Suspect After Multi-County High-Speed Chase Across Eastern Colorado

Published: 10/31/2025

Arrest Following Multi-County Pursuit On the evening of October 30, 2025, deputies with the Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office arrested a suspect following a high-speed pursuit that spanned multiple counties and involved several law enforcemen...

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CBI and Manitou Springs Police Department Request Community’s Continued Assistance in Missing Person Case

Published: 10/31/2025

CBI and Manitou Springs Police Department Request Community’s Continued Assistance in Missing Person Case October 31, 2025 – CBI – Manitou Springs, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Manitou Springs Pol...

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Colorado Bureau of Investigation to Review ICE Demonstration Incident in Durango

Published: 10/31/2025

CBI to Investigate ICE Demonstration Incident in Durango October 30, 2025 – CBI – Durango, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will investigate an incident involving a federal agent and a protester, which occurred out...

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Daniel Sherwin Ross Obituary

Published: 10/31/2025

Daniel Sherwin Ross September 14, 1942 - October 26, 2025 Obituary Daniel Sherwin Ross departed this life on October 26, 2025 in Aurora, Colorado. Born September 14, 1942 to Earl and Irene (Schultz) Ross in La Junta, Colorado, Dan spent his early ...

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Prowers County Clerk Reminds Voters to Return Ballots Before Election Day, November 4, 2025

Published: 10/30/2025

2025 ELECTION NEWS Prowers County Clerk & Recorder Election Information: All ballots have been mailed out, so please don’t wait in returning your voted ballot back to the County Clerk and Recorder’s Office! The sooner we get them b...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Announces Emergency Public Fish Salvage at Two Buttes Reservoir Due to Low Water Levels

Published: 10/30/2025

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Announces Emergency Public Fish Salvage at Two Buttes Reservoir Due to Low Water Levels LAMAR, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife announces an emergency public fish salvage effective Today, Thursday, Oct. 30, at ...

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2025 SECO News Halloween Event Guide

Published: 10/30/2025

2025 SECO News Halloween Event Guide Join SECO News and The A.R.T. Project for FREE Halloween Photos at the SECO News Studios at 201 Colorado Ave. in La Junta during the Trick or Treat Street Event on Oct. 31st from 3-5 PM... This Guide and FREE P...

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Colorado State Patrol Warns Drivers: A DUI or DUID Can Cost You Your License and Livelihood

Published: 10/29/2025

Losing Your License for DUI/DUID Troopers want drivers to be aware of the long-lasting impact of DUI/DUID (Colorado) – Taking stock of the consequences of DUI/D just might prevent you from getting one. If you’re a Colorado driver, it's...

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Invites Applications for Exclusive Walk-and-Wade Fishing Permit at Arkansas Headwaters

Published: 10/29/2025

CPW Seeks Applicants for Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Walk-and-Wade Permit SALIDA, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites anglers and entrepreneurs to apply for one available Walk-and-Wade permit on the Arkansas Headwaters Recrea...

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Colorado Bank & Trust Announces Acquisition of Three InBank Locations, Strengthening Community Banking Presence

Published: 10/29/2025

Colorado Bank & Trust Acquires Three InBank Branches LA JUNTA, Colorado – We’re happy to announce that Colorado Bank & Trust Company of La Junta will soon welcome three new branches in Wiley, Lamar, and Buena Vista, Colorado, a...

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CPW and CDOT Warn Drivers: Watch for Wildlife on Colorado Roads During Daylight Saving Time Change

Published: 10/29/2025

Watch for wildlife on roads during daylight saving time DENVER – Changing clocks and driving habits during daylight saving time can help prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions . Wildlife and transportation experts advise Colorado drivers that w...

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YouthBiz Marketplace in Rocky Ford Nov 15, 2025

Published: 10/29/2025

YouthBiz Marketplace Invites Young Entrepreneurs Ages 6–21 to Sell Handmade Goods and Local Gifts It's time for the 2nd annual Southeast Colorado YouthBiz Holiday Marketplace! Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 10am to 2pm at the Gobin Buildin...

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James Roy Lofdahl Obituary

Published: 10/28/2025

James Roy Lofdahl August 25, 1941 ~ October 27, 2025 (age 84) Obituary James (Jim) Roy Lofdahl was born on August 25, 1941, in Hugo, Colorado to Roy and Rachel (Cooper) Lofdahl. He and his brother Cody became the men of the house as teenagers when...

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May Elizabeth Danko Obituary

Published: 10/28/2025

May Elizabeth Danko May 13, 1926 — October 22, 2025 La Junta, Colorado Obituary May Elizabeth Danko, 99, of La Junta, Colorado passed away October 22, 2025, at Bent County Healthcare Center in Las Animas, Colorado; 2 years and 4 days after h...

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Rocky Ford, Colorado Declares October 28 First Responders Day to Recognize Firefighters, EMTs, and Police

Published: 10/28/2025

Watch the Video: City of Rocky Ford, Colorado Proclamation Honoring First Responders Day - October 28 Whereas, first responders in Rocky Ford and across the nation include dedicated professional and volunteer firefighters, law enforcement officers...

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Rocky Ford Food Market Savings Oct 28 - Nov 3, 2025

Published: 10/28/2025

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

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Colorado State Patrol Clarifies Role in Durango Protest

Published: 10/28/2025

Official Statement on Durango Crowd Control (Colorado) - Earlier today, the Colorado State Patrol, at the request of local law enforcement, responded to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in Durango to ensure public safety. ...

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I-25 Nightly Closures in Pueblo Nov. 7–9 for US 50B Bridge Demolition, Detours in Place

Published: 10/28/2025

I-25 Closures for I-25/US 50B Bridge Demolition Expect nightly closures and detours of I-25 in Pueblo Nov. 7 to 9 Pueblo — To advance and facilitate the construction of the Interstate 25 and US Highway 50B Interchange project, the Colorado D...

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John Wesley Canaday, Sr. Obituary

Published: 10/28/2025

John Wesley Canaday, Sr. January 28, 1953 — October 24, 2025 Obituary John Wesley Canaday, Sr. of La Junta, Colorado, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 24, 2025. He passed peacefully in his sleep, joyful and excited to marry his lo...

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Lena Suzanne Dukes Obituary

Published: 10/28/2025

Lena Suzanne Dukes June 13, 1976 - October 14, 2025 Obituary Celebrating an ancient and beautiful soul. As our hearts are infinitely broken, we take this time to give everyone who did not know her, the obligatory obituary for our shining light, Le...

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Joe Charles Hale Obituary

Published: 10/28/2025

Joe Charles Hale January 11, 1949 - October 25, 2025 Obituary Joe Charles Hale of Fowler, Colorado, passed away peacefully at home on October 25, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on January 11, 1949, in Clarksville, Texas, Joe was the beloved son of C...

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Linsay Rosser-Sumpter Inducted into Wheatland High School Athletic Hall of Fame for Rodeo Excellence

Published: 10/28/2025

Linsay Rosser-Sumpter Inducted into Wheatland High School Athletic Hall of Fame By Sarah Petramala Linsay Rosser-Sumpter, a proud alum of Wheatland High School, as of Oct. 3, has been officially inducted into the Wheatland Athletic Hall of Fame. T...

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Otero County Declares November 4–11, 2025 as Operation Green Light for Veterans to Support and Honor Service Members

Published: 10/27/2025

Otero County Proclamation Operation Green Light for Veterans 2025 WHEREAS, the residents of Otero County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community i...

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An Architect’s Open Letter Calls for Action to End La Junta’s Decline

Published: 10/26/2025

Apathy Is Killing La Junta — Can Leadership Save It? An Open Letter to the People and Leaders of La Junta I started the Facebook group “Revitalize La Junta” 13 years ago after a difficult visit back home, prompted by what I saw a...

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Anthony Jiron Obituary

Published: 10/25/2025

Anthony Jiron April 26, 1964 — October 21, 2025 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Anthony Jiron, 61, of La Junta, Colorado passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at his La Junta home. He was born Sunday, April 26, 1964 in La Junta to Jesus & M...

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Attorney General Phil Weiser Demands Trump Administration Explain Looming SNAP Funding Lapse Amid Federal Shutdown

Published: 10/24/2025

Attorney General Phil Weiser demands answers from Trump administration on SNAP funding expected to lapse at end of month Oct. 24, 2025 (DENVER) – Attorney General Phil Weiser and 22 other attorneys general today sent a letter to U.S. Agricul...

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Doug Hudson Named 2025 Crowley County Friend of 4-H Award Honoree for Dedication and Service

Published: 10/24/2025

Doug Hudson Named 2025 Crowley County Friend of 4-H Award Honoree for Dedication and Service Every year, the 4-H Council chooses a business or individual to receive the Friend of 4-H Award. For the program to be successful and activities to be off...

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Two Semi-Truck Crash Sparks Fire, Closes I-70 in Adams County, Colorado — Eastbound Lanes Reopened

Published: 10/24/2025

Two Semi Crash, One Erupts into Flames I-70 is closed in both directions (Adams County, Colorado) - Earlier this morning at approximately 8:26 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to a crash involving two semi trucks on Interstate 70 near mil...

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