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Otero County Inmate Escapes While in Transport, Quickly Captured by Law Enforcement

Published: 07/28/2025

Otero County Inmate Escapes While in Transport, Quickly Captured by Law Enforcement On the morning of July 28, 2025, an inmate escaped from custody outside the Otero County Detention Center but was quickly apprehended thanks to the coordinated eff...

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Samuel Ruben Brusuelas Obituary

Published: 07/28/2025

Samuel "Ruben" Brusuelas November 8th, 1942 - July 25th, 2025 Obituary Samuel “Ruben” Brusuelas, 82, of Rocky Ford passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Ruben was born on November 6, 1942, in El Paso...

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Cecilia Gloria Medina Obituary

Published: 07/27/2025

Cecilia Gloria Medina November 22, 1949 - July 25, 2025 Obituary It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Cecilia Gloria Medina on July 25, 2025, at the Bent County Nursing Care Center in Las Animas, Colorado. Born on Nove...

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33-Year-Old Man Dies at John Martin Reservoir State Park; Incident Under Investigation

Published: 07/27/2025

July 27, 2025 Male visitor dies at John Martin Reservoir State Park HASTY, Colo — A 33-year old male visitor was found non-responsive in the showers at John Martin Reservoir State Park at approximately 9 p.m. Saturday. The individual who dis...

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Kevin Neil Hefley Obituary

Published: 07/25/2025

Kevin Neil Hefley January 27, 1973 - June 24, 2025 Obituary Kevin Hefley was born January 27, 1973 and passed from this life on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, near Pine Bluff, Wyoming. Left to cherish his memory are daughters, Maddison and Lela Hefley of...

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Lamar Police K9 Taco Receives Lifesaving Body Armor Thanks to Donation from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.

Published: 07/24/2025

Lamar Police Department’s K9 Taco has received donation of body armor Lamar Police Department, CO, K9 Taco has received a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, In...

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Former La Plata County Jail Commander Charged with 117 Counts of Invasion of Privacy for Viewing Inmate Strip Searches

Published: 07/24/2025

Former La Plata County Jail Commander Charged with 117 Counts of Invasion of Privacy July 23, 2025 – CBI – Durango, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has charged a former La Plata County Jail Commander, Edward Aber, 62, w...

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Jack Willhoite Obituary

Published: 07/24/2025

Jack Willhoite September 18, 1948 — July 19, 2025 Rocky Ford, CO Obituary Jack Wesley Willhoite, 76, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the Pioneer Health Care Center in Rocky Ford on Saturday morning, July 19, 2025. Jack was a “fr...

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Justin Jerald Busick Obituary

Published: 07/23/2025

Justin Jerald Busick June 23, 1981 - July 20, 2025 Obituary Justin Jerald "Jay" Busick passed away on June 20, 2025, in Hitachi Omiya-shi, Ibaraki-ken, Japan. He was just three days shy of his 44th birthday. Born on June 23, 1981, in Aurora, Color...

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Leonard Johnson Obituary

Published: 07/23/2025

Leonard Johnson October 26, 1941 — July 22, 2025 Obituary Leonard Earl Johnson passed peacefully on the morning of July 22, 2025 In La Junta, Colorado. He was 83 years old. Leonard was born in Peoria, Illinois on October 26, 1941 to Henry an...

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Daniel Joseph Silva Obituary

Published: 07/22/2025

Daniel Joseph Silva March 22, 1963 — July 18, 2025 Obituary Per Daniel’s request cremation will take place and there will be no services. Daniel was born on March 22, 1963, at Lamar, Colorado to Cirilo and Louise Silva and passed away ...

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Kelly Marie Casper Bunce Obituary

Published: 07/21/2025

Kelly Marie Casper Bunce May 27, 1986 - July 16, 2025 Obituary Kelly Marie Casper Bunce was known by her family and friends as energetic, spunky, having a great work ethic, fun, strong-willed, passionate towards people in need, and a “tell i...

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Tragic Boating Accident at Lake Pueblo: Woman Dies After Propeller Injury, Investigation Underway

Published: 07/19/2025

Tragic Boating Accident at Lake Pueblo: Woman Dies After Propeller Injury, Investigation Underway PUEBLO, Colo. – A 43-year old female was pronounced dead at Lake Pueblo State Park today following a tragic accident involving a powered waterc...

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Dwayne Dechant Obituary

Published: 07/18/2025

Dwayne Dechant December 25, 1975 — July 17, 2025 Obituary A memorial service for lifelong Lamar resident, Dwayne Dechant, will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Ian Blacker officiating. Inurnment ...

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Collecting Donations for Flood Relief in Texas - Truck Departs on July 20th from La Junta

Published: 07/17/2025

Left to right: Carolyn Ehrlich, Millie Nolan, Sammy Blanchard, Larry Hall, Jerry Deihl, Big Tony (Denver), Kathy Davis and Everett Blanchard (Courtesy Photo) Another Flood Relief Truck Departs for Texas on Sunday Another truck picking up donations...

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James Jason Litz Obituary

Published: 07/17/2025

James Jason Litz October 14, 1940 — July 17, 2025 Obituary James Jason LitzA graveside memorial service is pending for lifelong Lamar, Colorado resident, formerly of Syracuse, Kansas, James Jason Litz. James was born on October 14, 1940 at L...

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Repeat Arson Suspect Arrested After Second Fire Threatens Cañon City Businesses

Published: 07/17/2025

Same Suspect - Second Arson Arrest On July 15th, 2025, at approximately 9:28 pm, Cañon City Police Officers responded to the area of 105 Latigo Lane, in Cañon City, for a reported fire in the trees to the west of this address. Multip...

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Charlotte Gonzales Obituary

Published: 07/17/2025

Charlotte Gonzales October 15, 1926 — July 15, 2025 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Charlotte Gonzales, 99, of La Junta, Colorado, passed peacefully on TBD July 15, 2025, surrounded by her family at the Crowley County Nursing Home in Ordway, CO....

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4th Plays in the Park Youth Production of Annie Jr. in La Junta July 24 - 26, 2025

Published: 07/16/2025

4th Plays in the Park Youth Production of Annie Jr. in La Junta July 24 - 26, 2025 Join Plays in the Park Youth-Led Theatre Company for the heartwarming adventure of Annie JR.! Packed with beloved songs, energy, and excitement, this award-winning ...

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Otero College Honors Outstanding Faculty and Staff with 2025 Excellence Awards

Published: 07/16/2025

Otero College Honors Outstanding Faculty and Staff with 2025 Excellence Awards Name and Story Award This year’s Name and Story Award goes to someone who truly lives out Otero College’s mission of knowing each student by name and honori...

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300 Endangered Boreal Toadlets Released Near Leadville in Major Colorado Conservation Effort

Published: 07/16/2025

Photo Credit: FCON Dailyn Souder Partnered effort Breeds Hope for Colorado’s Endangered Amphibian Colorado Springs, Colo. – Amphibian and aquatic species experts from the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance and Colorado Parks and Wildlife...

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Colorado State Patrol Uses Grappler to Stop Stolen Vehicle on I-25; Suspect Apprehended After Foot Chase

Published: 07/16/2025

The Colorado State Patrol Apprehends Suspect In Stolen Vehicle Using Grappler (Colorado) - At approximately 3:47 a.m. on July 16, 2025, the Colorado State Patrol responded to the area of East 84th Avenue and Grant Street, following a Thornton Poli...

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Cañon City Man Arrested for Multiple Arson Fires; Quick Response Prevents Major Damage

Published: 07/16/2025

Cañon City Man Arrested for Multiple Arson Fires; Quick Response Prevents Major Damage Man arrested on arson charges On July 15th, 2025, at approximately 12:42 am, Cañon City Police Officers responded to the Cañon City Museum ...

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Rocky Ford Public Works Employees Recovering After Accident; Trash Service Continues with Community Support

Published: 07/16/2025

Rocky Ford Public Works Employees Recovering After Accident; Trash Service Continues with Community Support Public Works Update – July 16, 2025 I want to take a moment to provide an update on the tragic accident that occurred yesterday invol...

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Suspected Arson Sparks Wildfire Near Highway 50 in Cañon City; Suspect in Custody

Published: 07/16/2025

Suspected Arson Sparks Wildfire Near Highway 50 in Cañon City; Suspect in Custody At approximately 9:30 pm last night (7-15-25) Canon City firefighters were called to the area of the Four Mile Creek Bridge and US Highway 50 for a wildland f...

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Rocky Ford Trash Truck Crash Injures Crew; Delays Expected as City Seeks Replacement and Support

Published: 07/15/2025

Rocky Ford Trash Truck Crash Injures Crew; Delays Expected as City Seeks Replacement and Support TRASH SERVICE PSA – ACCIDENT & SERVICE UPDATE Today, the City of Rocky Ford experienced a serious accident involving our trash truck, result...

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Grant Thomas Hilti Obituary

Published: 07/15/2025

Grant Thomas Hilti May 22, 1988 - July 7, 2025 Obituary Grant Thomas Hilti of Denver, Colorado entered into rest July 7, 2025 at his home in Denver, Colorado. He was born May 22, 1988 in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Cindy Lee Nunn and Markus Thomas Hilti. H...

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Harvey Dean Fellhauer Obituary

Published: 07/15/2025

Harvey "Dean" Fellhauer August 3rd, 1942 - July 11th, 2025 Obituary Harvey Dean Fellhauer of Manzanola passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025 at the age of 82 at his home surrounded by his family. Dean was born in La Junta to Harvey & Edith Fell...

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Colorado’s COTREX App Now Includes Real-Time Wildfire and Prescribed Burn Alerts

Published: 07/14/2025

Colorado Trail Explorer (COTREX) app gives wildfire alerts to outdoor recreationists DENVER — Ahead of the dry summer season, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) wants to remind the Colorado outdoor community that the Colorado Trail Explorer (...

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Bud Bennett Obituary

Published: 07/14/2025

Bud Bennett December 18, 1936 ~ July 8, 2025 (age 88) Obituary Bud Bennett was born on December 18, 1936, in Denver, Colorado, to Wilbur LeRoy and Esther Ida (Bauer) Bennett. A lifelong public servant, Bud dedicated more than thirty years of his l...

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