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USDA Invests $7.27M to Upgrade Cheraw, Colorado Water Treatment Facility, Expanding Clean Water Access
USDA Rural Development Investment Brings Water Treatment Facility Upgrades for Town of Cheraw and Surrounding Communities (Cheraw, Colo., April 8, 2026) – USDA Rural Development State Director for Colorado Sallie Clark announced the Town of Cher...
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Local Community Unites: Trinidad State Volleyball Delivers Critical Supplies to Firefighters
Thank you community! In just two hours, we collected an incredible amount of donations, this is truly a powerful example of what can happen when a community comes together for a greater cause. The Trinidad State volleyball team is beyond grateful ...
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Florence Shooting Investigation Update: Woman Claims Self-Defense in Deadly Colorado Incident
Florence Shooting Investigation Update April 16, 2026 – CBI – Florence, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is assisting the Florence Police Department (FPD) in actively investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Saturday after...
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High Wind Safety in Baca County: Health Risks, Hazards & Essential Tips to Stay Safe
Safety First: Navigating the Winds of Baca County
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Marilyn Elizabeth Hansen Obituary
Marilyn Elizabeth Hansen September 6, 1952 – April 15, 2026 Obituary Marilyn Elizabeth Hansen passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Her sister, Martha Martinez, remained by her side day and night during ...
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Schwachheim Fire Update April 16: 1,012 Acres, 36% Contained Near Trinidad, CO Amid Red Flag Warning
Colorado’s Schwachheim Fire Reaches 36% Containment as Crews Battle Winds Near Trinidad Schwachheim Fire Update Thursday, April 16, 2026 – 8 a.m. Colorado Incident Management Team Phil Daniels, Incident Commander Size: 1,012 acres
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Otero Museum Wine Tasting Fundraiser April 24th in La Junta
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Watch the Interview: Otero Museum Annual Wine Tasting with Hors d'oeuvres Save the Date Friday, April 24, 2026
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Arnell Sheaks Obituary
Arnell Sheaks September 26, 1979 — April 12, 2026 Obituary Arnell Sheaks, 46, of Rocky Ford, CO, passed away suddenly on April 12, 2026, following a short illness. Arnell was kind and soft-hearted, never intrusive, always respectful. She carried...
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Rocky Ford Considers Franchise Fees on Water, Sewer, and Garbage Utilities Amid Legal, TABOR Questions
CITY OF ROCKY FORD MEMORANDUM TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: KATHRYN M. SELLARS, CITY ATTORNEY DANIEL P. HARVEY, CITY ATTORNEY DATE: MARCH 9. 2026 RE: FRANCHISE FEES There hav
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70th Otero Arts Festival Showcases Student Talent Across Southeast Colorado, Announces 2026 Winners
Otero College Celebrates 70th Annual Arts Festival with 2,000+ Student Entries and 2026 Winners Seventy years ago, the Otero Arts Festival began as a small art contest designed to give middle and high school students an opportunity to showcase the...
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