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CBI Arrests Springfield Police Officer on Felony Internet Luring of a Child Charge

Published: 08/26/2026

Colorado Bureau of Investigation Announces Arrest of Springfield Police Officer August 26, 2026 – CBI – Springfield, CO –The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has announced the arrest of Dustin Dwayne Martin, 37, a police officer with t...

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La Junta Police Request Public Assistance Locating 16-Year-Old Runaway Juvenile

Published: 08/26/2026

UPDATE: LOCATED SAFE *******RUNAWAY JUVENILE******* La Junta Police Search for 16-Year-Old Runaway Juvenile Prisceyiss Urban The La Junta Police Department is looking for a missing Juvenile female, Prisceyiss Urban, 16 years old, last seen wearing...

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Colorado State Patrol Warns E-Bike and E-Scooter Riders: Avoid Distractions, Seconds Matter

Published: 08/26/2026

Avoid Distracted Riding, Seconds Matter E-device riders are vulnerable road users (COLO) – Along with the rise of e-devices come some of the same unsafe and high-risk behaviors that drivers have struggled with, like avoiding distractions. The te...

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La Junta Mayor Joe Ayala Urges Trump to Approve Major Disaster Declaration for Aspen Acres Fire

Published: 08/26/2026

August 25, 2026 President Donald J. Trump The White House Washington, D.C. RE: Colorado’s Major Disaster Declaration Request for the Aspen Acres Fire

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Russell Ramos Obituary

Published: 08/25/2026

Russell Ramos Apr 2, 1965 — Aug 22, 2026 Obituary A memorial celebration for longtime Lamar, Colorado resident Russell Ramos will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 05, 2026 at the Peacock Family Chapel with Pastor Paul Floyd officiating...

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Two Cited on Prostitution-Related Charges During Arkansas Valley Fair Week in Rocky Ford

Published: 08/25/2026

Two Charged with Prostitution Related Crimes During Fair Week in Rocky Ford Rocky Ford, Colo. - August 22nd, 2026 - At about 9:52 A.M., Rocky Ford Communications Center received a call of a trespass at a residence on South 11th Street in Rocky For...

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Pueblo Man Arrested in Attempted ATM Break-In at First National Bank in Rocky Ford

Published: 08/25/2026

Arrest made in attempted ATM break-in Rocky Ford, Colo. - August 2nd, 2026 - At about 7:42 A.M., Rocky Ford Communications Center received a call of the ATM at First National Bank being damaged. A Rocky Ford Police Officer responded and determined...

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Rocky Ford Mayor Duane Gurulé Announces Resignation Effective August 31

Published: 08/25/2026

Mayor Duane Gurulé Announces Resignation Effective August 31, 2026 ROCKY FORD, Colo. - Mayor Duane Gurulé has announced that he will resign from his role as Mayor of the City of Rocky Ford, effective August 31, 2026. Gurulé has served the Rocky...

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Suspect Apprehended After Colorado State Trooper Vehicles Hit by Gunfire on US 24; Shelter-in-Place Lifted

Published: 08/25/2026

9:52am Update: Suspect has been apprehended. Shelter-in-place has been lifted. Please do not interfere with law enforcement in the area as they conduct their investigation. 9:32am Update: MEDIA POOL - media please proceed to the Teller County Sher...

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Help Wanted: Otero College: Full-Time Payroll and Human Resources Coordinator

Published: 08/25/2026

website: https://hr.cccs.edu/jobs/search/otero-college-search-page VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

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Aspen Acres Fire Uses UAS and Infrared Technology to Find Hotspots, Support Firefighters

Published: 08/25/2026

Aspen Acres Fire: UAS Supports Firefighting Operations The Aspen Acres Fire has brought in wildland firefighters equipped with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to support crews working in rough terrain where portions of the fire line remain unconta...

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Two Colorado State Troopers Shot During Traffic Stop on Highway 24 West of Woodland Park

Published: 08/25/2026

UPDATE: A suspect has been apprehended after two Colorado State Patrol vehicles were struck by gunfire on US 24 in Teller County. Troopers were hospitalized, and the shelter-in-place order has been lifted. Read the Full Release from the Teller Cou...

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Colorado State Patrol Seeks Public’s Help in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Highway 139 Near Loma

Published: 08/24/2026

**Update** Colorado State Patrol Seeking the Public's Help Suspects found (MESA COUNTY, COLO)- This is an update for the fatal hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian on Highway 139 at milepost 1(south of Loma, CO). Two suspects were taken into c...

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Rocky Ford Police Thank Partner Agencies for Keeping Arkansas Valley Fair Safe

Published: 08/24/2026

With another Arkansas Valley Fair week in the books, the Rocky Ford Police Department is thanking the agencies and community partners who worked together to help keep the annual celebration safe and enjoyable. Protecting the Arkansas Valley Fair r...

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Ruby Schibbelhute Obituary

Published: 08/24/2026

Ruby Schibbelhute October 31, 1940 - August 12, 2026 Obituary Ruby LaVern (Myers) Schibbelhute, 85, of La Junta, Colorado, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026. Ruby was born on October 31, 1940, in Poteau, Oklahoma, to James and Verna (Pate)...

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Leona Carol Grasmick Obituary

Published: 08/24/2026

Leona Carol Grasmick Jan 18, 1934 — Aug 20, 2026 La Junta, Colorado Obituary Carol peacefully passed away on August 20, 2026 in Pueblo West, Colorado. Carol was born January 18, 1934, in Model, CO, to Manuel and Lydia (Lena Weibert) Eckerdt. She...

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Genevieve Salazar Obituary

Published: 08/24/2026

Genevieve Salazar d. Aug 18, 2026 La Junta, Colorado Obituary M. Genevieve Salazar, 89, entered into eternal rest on August 18, 2026, at her home. She was born in Trinidad, CO, spent a few years in Pueblo, CO before settling in La Junta for the re...

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Otero County Commissioners Approve Health, Workforce, Water and Security Measures at August 10 Meeting

Published: 08/24/2026

Watch the Video Here: August 10th, 2026 The Board of County Commissioners now meets pursuant to adjournment.

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Edward Modesto Vigil Obituary

Published: 08/24/2026

Edward “Eddie” Modesto Vigil December 13, 1950 - August 20, 2026 Obituary Edward “Eddie” Modesto Vigil, of Rocky Ford, Colorado, peacefully entered into rest in his home on August 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Eddie was born o...

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Colorado State Patrol Arkansas Valley Fair DUI Operation Results in 13 Impaired Driving Arrests, 270 Contacts

Published: 08/24/2026

The Colorado State Patrol DUI team has completed this operation, and the results are listed below. Total Contacts: 138 Total number of roadside tests: 11 Total DUI/D Arrests: 10 Seatbelt Citations: 10 Speeding Citations: 11 Other Citations: 21

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Pueblo Police Arrest Man After Vehicle Allegedly Rams Patrol Car, Parked Vehicle During Traffic Stop

Published: 08/24/2026

ATTEMPTED VEHICULAR ASSAULT On August 21, 2026, at approximately 8:35 p.m. officers were working proactive Directed Investigations and Community Engagement (DICE) enforcement in the 800 block of E. 4th St. Officers observed a traffic violation and...

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Aspen Acres Fire Crews Make Significant Repair Progress as UAS Scans for Remaining Heat

Published: 08/24/2026

Aspen Acres Fire Update – August 24, 2026 KEY MESSAGES The Wyoming Team has covered a lot of ground and made significant progress on repair operations. However, there is still important work that needs to be completed in the area before crews ca...

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Two Arrested After Highway 350 Crash in La Junta Injures Five

Published: 08/23/2026

TWO-VEHICLE COLLISION ON HIGHWAY 350 RESULTS IN TWO ARRESTS August 23, 2026 LA JUNTA, CO - Officers with the La Junta Police Department were on routine patrol when they heard a collision and subsequently located the crash scene on Highway 350 near...

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149th Arkansas Valley Fair Arts, Crafts and Photography Show Winners

Published: 08/22/2026

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New Osprey Nesting Platforms Installed at Lathrop State Park Through Community Partnership

Published: 08/21/2026

NEW HOMES FOR OSPREYS AT LATHROP STATE PARK! We are thrilled to share a major win for wildlife at Lathrop State Park! Next time you visit, look up—you might notice some fantastic new additions to our skyline. Last summer, the incredibly hardwork...

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Joshua Rich Obituary

Published: 08/21/2026

Joshua Rich Aug 3, 1983 — Aug 16, 2026 Obituary A memorial celebration of life for longtime Denver, Colorado resident, Joshua Rich affectionately known to his family and friends as Josh, will be held at 10:00AM on Friday, September 04, 2026 at t...

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2026 Arkansas Valley Fair Breeding and Market Goat Show Results

Published: 08/21/2026

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CSP Investigates Death of Pedestrian on I-270 Exit Ramp in Commerce City

Published: 08/21/2026

**CORRECTION AND UPDATE** CSP Investigating Crash on Colorado Boulevard (ADAMS COUNTY, COLO) - This is an update and correction for the crash that happened this morning on August, 21, 2026, at approximately 6:34 a.m. The patrol vehicle had its lig...

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Baca County Sheriff’s Office Reports 15 Arrests, 380 Calls for Service in July 2026

Published: 08/20/2026

Baca County Sheriff’s Office Report for the month of July, 2026 Bookings/Arrests: 15 7/1/26 Sharon Birt Warrant out of Baca County for Failure to Appear on Ownership of a Dange

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2026 Arkansas Valley Fair Beef Show Results: 4-H and FFA Exhibitors Compete for Top Honors

Published: 08/20/2026

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