Meet the city

The City of Gunnison hosted its annual “City Fest” event on Thursday, July 20 at the outdoor Jorgensen Ice Rink. Employees from across all of the city’s different departments were available to meet with residents, answer questions about ongoing projects and hear feedback. Mario's Pizza, 5B's, Delektabowl and Agave Mexican Restaurant provided a tasty lunch.

JULY 24

-Criminal mischief report - attempt to break into a cabin

-Harassment report

-Paper service

-DUI arrest

Gunnison Police Activity

On July 22, 2023 at approximately 12:15 a.m. members of the Gunnison Police Department responded to the intersection of Wisconsin St. and Gothic Ave. for a report of two bicyclists that had been hit by a vehicle. Both bicyclists refused medical attention. A possible suspect has been identified. The case is still under investigation.

On July 24, 2023 at approximately 1:50 a.m. members of the Gunnison Police Department responded to 404 S. Wisconsin St. for a report of a burglary in progress of an occupied residence. As officers were arriving on scene, Gunnison Regional Communications advised them that gun shots had been fired. Officers observed that the door leading into the residence was damaged. Upon entering the residence officers made contact with the suspect in the residence, 37 year old Gunnison resident, Christopher K. Lohmann. No one sustained any injuries during the incident. Mr. Lohmann was transported to Gunnison Valley Hospital due to other concerns officers had when they made contact with him.

Mr. Lohmann was charged with First Degree Burglary class 3 Felony, Possession of a firearm by a previous offender, class 5 Felony, Prohibited Use of a Firearm while under the Influence (Alcohol and or Drugs), class 1 Misdemeanor, Negligent Use of a Firearm, class 2 Misdemeanor and other charges.

DK Hawk starts her ‘animal haven’

Alex McCrindle Times Sports Editor

Amidst the fervor of Cattlemen’s Days, a real-life Charlotte’s Web story was budding at the Gunnison fairgrounds this year.

Children in the 4-H program had worked for months to raise livestock for the final showing. They proudly marched into the Fred Field Center with their prized pigs, sheep and steers. But for some, Cattlemen’s is bittersweet. It acts as the final goodbye between child and animal, as livestock is loaded onto the “big bus” and taken to slaughter. This year, however, Denise (DK) Hawk purchased five underweight animals at the 4-H sale with the goal of starting a sanctuary and supporting local children.

Hawk grew up a rural child, playing “kick the can” and loving her horses. In 2020, she purchased ranch property on the outskirts of Gunnison. Her dream was to provide a place for local kids to play outside and to relive the best days of her