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County Fair Edition
Volume 9 • Edition 33
August 5, 2015
*Aug. 13-16: SE Weld County Fair & Rodeo, Keenesburg *Aug. 15: Sunflower Nationals Car Show, Keenesburg *Aug. 15: Southeast Weld Days, Keenesburg *Sept. 11-13: Trapper Days, Ft. Lupton *Sept. 12-13: Hot Air Balloon Festival, Brush *Sept. 16-18: Fall Harvest Car Show, Ft. Morgan
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History of the Southeast Weld County Fair
The Southeast Weld County Fair is celebrating its 92nd year this August. From its humble beginnings, it has grown into an annual celebration. Established as a non-profi t organization with the State of Colorado in 1939, the original name of the association was the Keenesburg Fair Association. The founding Board of Directors consisted of Geo. W. Cooper, N.A. Pippin, G.C. Ohmstede, L.I, Barger, and R.L. Martin. The original intent of the founders of the Southeast Weld County Fair Association was to “establish and conduct county and district fairs, exhibits, experimental grounds, facilities for demonstrations in agriculture, displays of agricultural, dairying, livestock, and poultry products, and household arts; to provide places for the exhibition of agricultural and industrial products, machinery, and improvement of agricultural and domestic arts and sciences; to give premiums for displays; generally to encourage better practices and products of farming, industry, and household arts; to provide and assist in the holding of expositions, fairs, and enterprises for improving the quality and yield of farm products, manufactured goods, and merchandise, and the attractiveness of farm life; and to furnish means and facilities for community gatherings, sports, races, contests of skill, and amusements”. In 1952 the name of the association was changed to the Southeast Weld Junior Fair Association. Today the association consists of 31 members, including some ancestors of the original founders. The Southeast Weld County Junior Fair Association is the only independently-operated fair in Colorado, with no monies received from either county or state funding. The association relies on ad sales from the fair book, raffle monies, and generous donations received from the community to put on a 4-day event each August for the community. Their main focus is to provide a venue for the 4-H and FFA youth to show and compete in their respective areas. They also provide the community with rodeos, a parade, and barbecue for their enjoyment. The association could not complete this tremendous task without the hard work put in by the association members and their families. It takes a lot of different skills to put on an event of the magnitude of the SEWCF. Community volunteers also contribute to ensuring that the fair comes off smoothlyfrom the 4-H volunteers who help with weighins and project judging on Thursday to the Chamber of Commerce members who serve the barbecue on Saturday. Without their help, the fair would not be a success each year, So, come on down to Keenesburg, Colorado and join us in “Preserving the Past to Plan for the Future!” We hope to see you there!
Weld County Chambers of Commerce hold Business After Hours at the Colorado Model Railroad Museum in Greeley
Weld County Chambers of Commerce held at Business After Hours at the Colorado Model Railroad Museum in Greeley at the Greeley Freight Station. Michelle Kempema, Executive Director for the museum, welcomed everyone and gave a background of the facility, which attendees were able to tour later in the evening. Members had an evening of fun, with good food and drink, and a great opportunity to network. Chambers that were represented included: Berthoud, Brighton, Carbon Valley, Erie, Evans, Fort Lupton, Johnstown, Keenesburg and South East Weld. The museum has over 1,100 railroad artifacts, 20 scale miles of track, and hundreds of miniature building an a virtual forest of miniature trees. The mission of the museum is to provide a model railroading experience that educates, inspires, and brings joy to all ages. It’s vision is to share and expand model railroading experiences as an avenue for human creativity. A great place to visit for folks of all ages, particularly our younger generation. A side story worth sharing. You may notice painted on the southwest corner of the building the figure of a young man. That young man’s name is Chase Kepner. His dad, Bill, brought him down to the museum when it first started to volunteer when he was 8 or 9 and has been doing it ever since. Chase had a passion for railroading which never dimmed. While at the museum one day, volunteering, they needed a model for the picture going up on that southwest back door. So Chase agreed and that is how his picture ended up there. Chase is now a junior at the University of Wyoming where he is majoring in mechanical engineering.
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What’s In This Issue:
Page 2: The Way of the World Page 3: So God Made a Keenesburg Fair Kid Page 4: Tweedy’s Art Shop Page 8: Upcoming Events Page 9: MCEDC 2nd Annual Oil & Gas Appreciation Outing Page 10: Bethany College Basketball Signs Maesyn Ries Page 11: Morgan County Fair Fashion Revue Champions Page 12: Ft. Lupton’s Food & Clothing Bank Celebrates 31 Years Page 13: Weld County Critical Incident Response Team Created Page 15: Morgan County Fair Air Rifle & Air Pistol Results Page 17: Platte Valley Med Center Receives Chest Pain Accreditation Page 18: Purifoy Car Show in Ft. Lupton Page 21: Weld Re-3J Board Election Notice
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Letters to the Editor
Our Kids Need to be More News Aware
President Obama is about 20 years late. The movement towards a European style socialist American society is about 20 years late. But why don’t people know that? Has anyone followed the news in Europe the past 20 years? Most of us have seen the quote, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” But what happened in Europe was the present--for the past 20 years anyway. So why don’t Americans know that for 7 years we have had an administration and a political left focused on repeating the mistakes Europeans are now having to face? In my opinion it is because most Americans don’t watch the news, don’t read newspapers, and just don’t care about anything outside their Facebook and Twitter accounts. This self imposed isolationism has made us uninformed citizens whose primary exposure to news is when we see political commercials--or when the media decides they will sensationalize a tragedy, often to “never let a crisis go to waste” so they can help further the political agendas of those with whom they agree. 20 or so years ago Europe started down the road to universal health care, pensions at 50, and a social welfare system that discouraged self reliance, entrepreneurship, and education. How did they decide to pay for this? Raise taxes on the “rich”--and if they fought back, ostracize them as the uncaring elite, shame them for not “paying their fair share”. Sound familiar? And what about their politicians? Does anyone think they didn’t know what the long term consequences would be? They decided to kick the can down the road, ignore the financial reality, and attack anyone who disagreed with them? Sound familiar? What did they care? They wouldn’t be around when the bill came due--and in the meantime they would use their political connections to make a good living once out of office (or for some, while still in office). Sound familiar? My point? Our children are going to pay the price for our recent move towards “Europeanism”. And many of our parents are not encouraging our kids to read and/or watch the news and learn from recent European history--because they aren’t watching or reading the news either. If we don’t encourage our children to become future informed voters, question the status quo, or question the mainstream media, we are doomed to make the same mistakes Europe has made. And the turmoil we are currently seeing in Europe--it will be our future in the not too distant future. It’s time to wake up and smell the cappuccino. Mike Simone, Ft. Lupton
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August 5, 2015
Way of the World
by Bob Grand It is disappointing that we seem to be seeing more prominent people avoiding responsibility for what they do. The latest is New England quarterback, Tom Brady, who, it appears, destroyed his cell phone rather then turn it over to be examined while at the same time is appealing his four game suspension. I guess if he thinks Hillary Clinton can do it, why not him. They really do believe that we are not capable of thinking about what they have done. What kind of example is this for our young people? I remind you that General David Petraeus was forced to resign and plead guilty to mishandling classified government documents. A two year suspended sentence and a $100,000 fine. These next few weeks will interesting to watch as the discovery and release of the Clinton emails proceeds from the State department and what, if anything, the new Attorney General does… Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump continue to suck oxygen out of the other candidates breathing capability. It will be interesting to watch the unfolding events. Many of the Republican candidates and some Democrats are complaining about being marginalized by what Sanders and Trump are doing. Well all I can say is that you are feeling how many of us in Weld County feel about the political system. A couple of weeks ago I attended the South Weld Republican breakfast where Steve House was the speaker. No question that Steve is a bright guy. He understands the numbers. The question is can he and Republican Party in the state make it work for them in 2016?? I asked about the extreme right wing of the party and he commented that yes there are some members of the party that are “ judgmental” in their assessment of others. That does not address the issue. It states the obvious. The courts are addressing and deciding issues that have long been red meat to both parties. Our country, at the national and state level need politicians who have the courage to come together with solutions to the basic issues we face. ( infrastructure improvements, i.e. roads and bridges, educational funding and our tax structure). We are leaving our future generations with a terrible and irresponsible legacy.
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What is the Santa’s Hard Luck Fund?
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The Southeast Weld County Fair Board is in its sixth year of giving back to the community. By generous contributions from locals and business owners, we are able to help the under-privilged children of the RE-3J school district during the Christmas holidays. Last year we were able to provide gift cards and toys to over 200 children in the district! Our goal is to ensure that every under privileged child has the opportunity to purchase whatever they may need: new coat, shoes, food or toys. We cannot do this without your support. Please visit our silent auction tables during fair, or you can make your donations year-round at Colorado East Bank and Trust. Help us give every child a Christmas to remember.
So God Made a Keenesburg Fair Kid
by Sarah Cooksey Paul Harvey’s speech, “So God Made a Farmer,” has been a nationwide sensation. He pinpoints agriculture at its best and the Southeast Weld County Fair is a part of this. And on the ninth day, after God made a farmer, God looked down on his gracious earth to the wonderful town of Keenesburg, Colorado and said, “I need a young someone to uphold agriculture in this portion of Weld County and be involved in a community that has outstanding support.” So God made a Keenesburg Fair Kid. God said, “I need someone who can work with their animals all summer to be in the show ring for only five minutes under the hot, August sun.” So God made a Keenesburg Fair Kid. “I need someone who can wake up in the early hours of the morning so they can use the water pressure before everyone else gets there so they can all share that wash rack before weigh in starts; someone who can go personally thank their buyer who is someone that has been working at the bank for years and still wants to contribute; someone who can snow a pig, bake cookies, and rope at the rodeo and juggle all the tasks during one weekend.” So God made a Keenesburg Fair Kid. God said, “I need someone who after the long day at fair can go home and feed the other animals on the farm; someone who can wait to eat the delicious meal on Saturday for hours because they are helping serve everyone else; someone who can play on the playground all day, get dirty and have fun because that’s what fair is all about; someone who can help their younger and inexperienced sibling out in the ring because they are nervous.” So God made a Keenesburg Fair Kid. God said, “I need someone who can work the concessions and run the tabs underneath the tent to make money for 4-H; someone who can be a fair queen or lady-in-waiting and can pass out ribbons in the show rings and ride proudly through their community up Main Street in the parade and in the Grand Entry at the rodeo; someone who can walk up to the parents, uncles, aunts, grandparents, fair board members, FFA and 4-H instructions, those who help the kids in the show ring, the sale auctioneer, judges, and each person that helps with Southeast Weld County Fair and say, “thank you;” someone who is thankful and realizes that they are blessed to be a part of this wonderful occasion.” So God made a Keenesburg Fair Kid.
Call for Parade Floats Southeast Weld County Jr. Fair & Rodeo
Parade Theme: Preserve the Past to Plan for the Future
Parade begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 9 Parade Registration will be held at the Keene Clinic parking lot at the corner of Main Street and Crawford Parade registration opens at 7:00 a.m. Parade float line up is on Main Street south of Crawford
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Tweedy’s Art Shop Thanks Participants
We have a wonderful group of students in our Art Classes this summer. During this last year we have had twenty home-schooled children. They have come regularly to Art Class twice a week. We have worked with all mediums, such as pastels, water color, sketching with different size leads, acrylics, charcoal, colored pencils, and tempera. We have studied dimension, perspective, outlining, shapes and light and shadows. Mixing colors with different types of paint was part of the process. We teach the basics and the kids take off with their wonderful talent. The results have been very pleasing to the eye. The children vary between 3 and 20 years old. Rosie and I are very proud of them. We want to thank everyone that has donates supplies, snacks, and money. We have put everything to good use. We want to thank all people that have volunteered to help us in class. All classes are FREE. Phone is 303-910-0640 Sincerely, Juanita Beedy-Tweedy Rosie Sword
Tweedy’s Art Studio Moving, Offering Additional Classes
Our small building on 47 South Main St. has served the purpose for our art classes. We are now moving to a new building, which is 25 South Main St. in Keenesburg. Our classes will continue being FREE for everyone. Building and classes are sponsored by Careers World Wide in Trucking. We are not forgetting all the people that donate and volunteer their time. We thank them all whole heartedly. It is all for the children. I hope to motivate them to accomplish more in life through their talent and endless energy. We have also thought of opening a FREE art class for adults once a month. It would have to be late in the afternoon. I would like to have an open door to anyone that is interested to come on September 4th @ 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to discuss the plan to where everyone would be comfortable with the day and time. The thought is to have art, sewing, knitting, wood carving, etc. We would all share our talents. I will have snacks and drinks. We will display all the children’s art in the studio. Everyone is welcome to see what they do. Opening day will be September 1st, 2015 for the children’s art classes. The classes will be for all home-schooled children from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Community United Methodist to Host Second Annual Family Reunion Sunday August 16
Community United Methodist Church, 195 S. Main, Keenesburg, will host its Second Annual Family Reunion Sunday. Worship will be at 10 a.m., followed by a light lunch and fellowship time. A musical program will start at 1:30 p.m. at the church. Jubilation, a quartet from Louisville, Colorado, that specializes in a Southern Gospel sound, will make everyone smile with their wonderful songs. A dessert reception and family reunion visit time will follow the concert in the Fellowship Hall. Community welcomes everyone home for the Southeast Weld County Fair – and we hope you’ll join us for a family reunion!
August 5, 2015
Gardner Advances Colorado Priorities in Highway Bill
Washington, DC – Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) released the following statement today following the Senate’s passage of a bipartisan, long-term highway bill: “As Colorado’s first Senator in nearly 40 years to serve on the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, I was excited to ensure that Colorado has the voice it deserves on transportation. In this bill, the longest-term highway bill the Senate has passed in nearly a decade, I was able to secure numerous provisions that pave the way for Colorado’s transportation future. “Advancing the expansion of North I-25, ensuring that Colorado’s fast-growing population is properly prioritized, and developing new and innovative technology are some of my top transportation priorities. We were able to make progress on all of them in the bill passed by the Senate today. While an agreement between the House and the Senate on a long-term bill has yet to be reached, I look forward to advocating for Colorado every single step of the way.”
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VanMeter Dies in Electrical Contact Incident
FORT MORGAN, CO – Morgan County Rural Electric Association employee, Melvin VanMeter, died tragically as the result of an electrical contact on Friday morning, July 10, 2015. The incident occurred when VanMeter and a crew were working at Morgan County REA’s South Woodrow Substation, located between Woodrow and Last Chance in unincorporated Washington County. The Washington County Sheriff’s Department and several other agencies are currently investigating the incident. Melvin, 56, lived in Wiggins and was an employee with Morgan County REA for 28 years, most recently serving as Serviceman for Area One, which covers the Woodrow/Last Chance geographical region. “We are devastated by the tragic loss of our employee and friend,” said Morgan County REA General Manager David Frick. “Above all else, our deepest thoughts and condolences are with Mel’s family and friends. Our focus also continues to be on supporting our employees and their families during this difficult time. During this grieving process, we are doing everything we can to assist our employees and their families by providing counseling and support. Please keep Melvin’s family, friends, and Morgan County REA’s board of directors and employees in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
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Serenity Springs WIldlife Center in Calhan has No Plans to Raise Admission Price
Serenity Springs Wildlife Center has been overwhelmed with inquiries concerning a large increase in admission cost at another facility. WE WANT TO BE CLEAR: WE HAVE NOT RAISED OUR ADMISSION FEE OF $10 PER PERSON AND HAVE NO PLANS TO DO SO. Serenity Springs Wildlife Center would like supporters of endangered and abused carnivores to know that our entry fee is $10 per person for admission to the park and our mandatory-guided tour. We, unlike other facilities that display these animals, welcome all guests to enjoy, be entertained and learn the plight of these amazing creatures. Our mission is to provide forever homes to rescued and retired big cats and other animals. We have never raised our admission fee and truly believe that there is never a wrong reason to visit a sanctuary, learn about the animals and support the care and well being of those animals. It will take a whole world working from diverse viewpoints to save the Earth’s rare carnivores. We all have a stake in this issue. Serenity Springs Wildlife Center, 24615 Scott Road, Calhan, CO 80808 719-347-9200, www.SerenitySpringsWildlife.org Tours are on Saturday and Sunday at 9:00, 11:00 and 3:00 until winter hours begin
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Arabelle Ryanne Murphy was born on 4/12/14, a healthy 6 lb., 6 oz. baby to Ryan and Stacey Murphy. She was welcomed home by her big sisters Noelle & Laurel (now 6 and 3). Arabelle was a healthy, happy and good little baby who rarely cried, ate well, and just smiled constantly. Around November (at age 6 1/2 - 7 months) she began having odd symptoms. Doctors could not figure out what was going on and the attacks never happened in front of a doctor, so they didn't think it was serious. She was in and out of the Emergency Room and doctor's offices, but nobody could figure it out. She looked and acted normal aside from the odd attacks she was having. After lots of research, multiple medical tests and losing weight rapidly a pediatrician finally sent them to Children's Hospital. They were referred to a gastrointestinal doctor that performed an additional scan. The scan revealed a giant baseball size tumor growing from her right adrenal gland housed on the right kidney. The results of the biopsy were something that changed their life as they knew it --- a childhood cancer called Neuroblastoma, stage 3 tumor due to it crossing the midline of her body. An MIBG scan showed it had not spread to surrounding tissue. Chemotherapy was started, something that took mom and dad away from the bigger sisters for several days at a time. Arabelle has been hospitalized for fluids and a transfusion at one point due to her levels dipping to dangerous numbers. Arabelle’s last CT scan, after her second round of chemo, showed the Neuroblastoma had shrunk by over 78%, shrinking to a golf ball size. The doctors and everyone at Children's were astounded, as those results are not seen usually until 4 or MORE rounds have been completed. Since that time she has completed her fourth, and hopefully last, round of chemotherapy. The family firmly believes it's the power of prayer, a community rallying around them, constant use of essential oils, and constant supplements that mom has taken that has helped Arabelle tremendously in addition to the intense chemo. They pray future testing will show that no further treatment will be needed. When she is finished the port will remain for a time, just in case they need to access it, do any future chemo, etc. The doctors anticipate monthly blood draws for awhile, scans every month, and lots of specialized breathing treatments at Children's to help keep infection from her weakened lungs due to chemo. The family has had a tremendous amount of stress during all of this. The bigger sisters suddenly had to grow up. The family can't wait to be back to a new sense of normal. Stacey is off work until further notice, until Arabelle is healthy again. Ryan had to quit his 2nd job at Northeastern Junior College (a professional tutoring position held for 7+ years) so that he can be at home to help with things.
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Doyle imhof
Ralph Doyle Imhof, 79, of Keensburg died on July 12, 2015 in Greeley. Mr. Imhof was born on August 8, 1935 to Ralph and Pauline (Roedel) Imhof. He graduated from high school in Keenesburg in 1954. A resident of the Keenesburg area most of his life, Doyle worked as a manager for Gingerich Turkey Hatchery for over 20 years. Prior to that he helped his father, Ralph, build homes in the area. Doyle enjoyed camping and fishing with his family. Mr. Imhof is survived by his daughters, Lori (Barry) Trupp of Keenesburg and LuAnne (John) Andrews of Hudson, CO; sons, Michael (Lori) of Calahan,CO and Tracy (Shelly)of Firestone, CO; brother, Dwayne (Marilyn) of Keenesburg; sisters, Joyce (Frank) Tegtman of Peyton, CO and Delores Radford of Flint, TX; 12 grandchildren, Allen (Kaly) Trupp, Trevor Trupp, Kristen (Joel) Winter, Casey Andrews, Lindsey (Daniel) Barone, Ryan (Katelyn) Imhof, Elisa Imhof, Rebecca (Tanner) Jones, Rachael Imhof, Sarah Imhof, Molly Imhof and Bradley Imhof; and 4 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, brother Delmer Imhof and brother-in-law James Radford. Visitation was held on Friday, July 17, 2015 followed by a Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. both at Community United Methodist Church, 195 Main Street, Keenesburg, CO 80643. Interment followed at Mizpah Cemetery, Platteville, CO. Memorial Contributions can be made in his memory to Community United Methodist Church, 195 Main Street, Keenesburg, CO 80643. Tabor-Rice Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Thank you The family of Doyle Imhof wishes to thank you for your sympathy. We greatly appreciate all your kind words, food, monetary donations, generous donations of your time, and the beautiful floral arrangements we receives. We realize how truly blessed we are to have such wonderful friends during times like this. Your expressions of sympathy will never be forgotten. Lori, LuAnne, Mike and Tracy and Families Thanks for your many prayers, flowers, visits, phone calls and cards since my accident at the farm on May 24. Special thanks to Betty and F.G. Ottesen and Patrick Hladky for their help with the daily activities of running the farm. Thanks also to Chuck Hughes and Mark Buckley, Thanks to the First Responders and the medical professionals at Denver Health, Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Hospital and presently at Life Care Center in Greeley Bob L. Warner
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Upcoming Events in the Lost Creek Guide and Carbon Valley Community
August 1: Boulder County Fair: Mexican Rodeo 1: Boulder County Fair: 5K Run 1: Carbon Valley Music and Spirits Festival (Dacono) 1: Kersey Days @ Centennial Park (Kersey) 1: Weld County Fair: Fiddle Fest 2: Weld County Fair: Rocket Fly Day 2: Weld County Fair: Annual Vette Fest 3: Boulder County Fair: Fair Garden 4: Boulder County Fair: Ballet on Horseback 4: National Night Out (Dacono) 4: National Night Out (Fort Lupton) 4: National Night Out (Longmont) 5-9: Adams County Fair: Adams County Fair 5-9: Adams County Fair: The Birdman 5-9: Adams County Fair: The Canine Stars 5-9: Adams County Fair: Strolling Interactive Street Performers 5: Adams County Fair: DJ Dance Party 5: Adams County Fair: Citizen Appreciation Night (Free Concert Featuring Chris Cagle) 6: Adams County Fair: Bright’n Jazz 6: Adams County Fair: PBR Bull Riding w/ Cody Johnson Concert 6: City BBQ (Brighton) 6: Family Movie Night at the Library (Firestone) 6: Frederick Market (Frederick) 7: Adams County Fair: Ronald McDonald Magic Show 7: Adams County Fair: Boogie Machine 7: Adams County Fair: NSPA Truck Pull 8: Adams County Fair: Motorized Mayhem 8: Adams County Fair: Plain White T’s Concert 8: Boulder County Fair: Demolition Derby 9: Boulder County Fair: A Christian Cowboy Church w/ Barry Ward 9: Adams County Fair: La Tricolor 96.5 Bands
13: Frederick Market (Frederick) 13- Family Fun Rides beginning at Panther Park Ball Fields (Platteville) 13-16: Weld County Fair and Rodeo 14-16: Harvest Daze Festival! (Platteville) 15: Weld County Fair and Rodeo: Parade 15: Sunflower Nationals Car Show (Keenesburg) 15: Southeast Weld Days (Keenesburg) 20: Frederick Market (Frederick) 22: Market Day (Brighton) 27: Frederick Market (Frederick) 28: Movies in the Park (Gilcrest) September 2: Chainsaws and Chuckwagons (Frederick) 3: Family Movie Night at the Library (Firestone)
10: Frederick Market (Frederick) 11-13: Trapper Days (Fort Lupton) 12: Eagle View Adult Center Car Show (Brighton) 12-13: Hot Air Balloon Festival- VFW and Memorial Park Areas (Brush) 16-18: Fall Harvest Car Show (Fort Morgan) -Lion’s Club Pancake Breakfast at the Fall Harvest Car Show 17: Frederick Market (Frederick) 19: Chemical Round Up, EcoFair/ Good Clean Fun, Electric Recycling and Trash Bash (Brighton) 19: 13th Annual Miners Day Celebration (Frederick) 19: Harvest Day (Longmont) 24: Frederick Market (Frederick) 26-27: Oktoberfest/Car Show (Brush)
Please go to the following websites for more information about the events listed above. Adams County Fair: http://www.adamscountyfair.com/view-schedules.aspx Boulder County Fair: http://bouldercountyfair.org/events-main-page/ Brighton: http://www.brightonco.gov/131/Events Brush: http://www.brushcolo.com/Pages/aboutPages/calendar.html Dacono: http://www.ci.dacono.co.us/1012/Events Evans: http://www.evanscolorado.gov/recreation Firestone: http://www.ci.firestone.co.us/calendar.aspx Fort Lupton: http://www.fortlupton.org/332/Community-Events Fort Morgan: http://www.cityoffortmorgan.com/index.aspx?nid=69 Frederick: http://www.frederickco.gov/Calendar.aspx?NID=1&FID=243 Gilcrest: http://townofgilcrest.org/movies-in-the-park/ Grover: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Grover-Colorado/224388364296373 Hudson: http://hudsoncolorado.org/ Keenesburg: http://www.townofkeenesburg.com/ Kersey:http://www.townofkersey.com/index.asp LaSalle: http://lasallecommunitychurch.com/events-calendar/ Longmont: http://longmontcolorado.gov/online-services/calendar Mead: http://www.townofmead.org/calendar.aspx?CID=14,32,
Nunn: http://www.nunncolorado.com/ Orchard: http://co-orchardcity.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx Platteville: http://www.plattevillegov.org/index.php/events-jobs/ events Weld County Fair: http://www.weldcountyfair.com/
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August 5, 2015
Lost Creek Guide
MCEDC 2nd Annual Oil & Gas Golf Appreciation Outing Huge Success
Special Report by Kristine Rodine, Morgan County Economic Development Corporation The 2nd Annual Oil & Gas Golf Appreciation Outing was held Wednesday, July 22 with a great turnout. The event, hosted by Morgan County Economic Development Corporation in partnership with Morgan County and the City of Fort Morgan, brought more than 10 major oil and gas industry businesses to Quail Dunes for a day of golf, food and networking. “This event started out as an idea between Fort Morgan City Manager, Jeff Wells and I, last year on how do we show the major players from oil and gas, that Morgan County is open for business,” said MCEDC Executive Director, Kari Linker-Nation. “Our idea turned into a wonderful event last year that brought 30 plus participants.” Over 60 people participated this year, and came from all around the state, doubling the size of the outing. “Our turnout was amazing! We had representatives from Sterling Energy, Encana, Performance Energy, Kahuna Ventures and Magna. Our local representation from Basic Energy Services, Schlumberger, Gibson Pumping, Schneider Energy Consulting and Black Gold Supply was fantastic as well,” added Linker-Nation. The players came to participate in the free day of golf and to network with additional industry leaders and local sponsors. “The outing is free to the oil and gas businesses, due to local sponsors, who want to show the industry that we support oil and gas and how it affects our County,” explained Linker-Nation. Twenty sponsors from throughout the County came together to provide the means to this opportunity. “Elwood Staffing enjoys being a sponsor for this event, because it allows us to promote and support the oil and gas industry, whom we have a working relationship with,” said Mandy Dewey of Elwood Staffing local office. “We are really looking forward to next year, as this is a great way for those key industries to be a part of our County and for businesses like ours to network with them.” Other sponsors agree with Dewey on the purpose of this event. “I want to help support the oil and gas industry and let them know that they are important to our County,” said Mandy Dreier of Colorado Land Company. “This year’s turnout was great. I was really impressed with the number of attendees. I hope that we get to do this again next year, because it is a positive event for everyone involved.” An added feature to this year’s event was having Performance Energy Services set up their safety trailer and hand out information on their organization. “We had fun! It was a big hit with all the water we were handing out and our company information,” said Joe Hettinger of Performance Energy Services. “We will be back next year for sure.” “Overall this was a great experience for the local sponsors and the industry leaders that attended. Partnerships and collaboration is the key to driving an economy and we continue to do this well in Morgan County,” said Linker-Nation. “Without our partners and sponsors this event would not be what it is,” added Linker-Nation. “Thank you to Morgan County, the City of Fort Morgan, the City of Brush, Town of Wiggins, Service Master, Mavericks, Media Logic Radio, Coates Realty, Elwood Staffing, Adaptive Resources, Colorado Land Company, Hampton Inn,
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Stub’s Gas & Oil, Viaero Wireless, East Morgan County Hospital, Gateway Realty – Wiggins, AC Ice, County Steakout and Scott Aviation. Quail Dunes, Ty Hamer and staff were exceptional as well.”
Morgan County Fair Archery Shoot Held on Sunday
In a very competitive archery shoot, youth worked to capture their place on the Morgan County Archery Team who will travel to compete at State Fair in August. It was held at the Morgan County Fairgrounds on Sunday, July 19. In the junior recurve traditional, Zane Wolfswinkel placed 1st; Paige Stephens, 2nd; and Peyton Alart, 3rd. In the senior division, the top award went to Wade Hofmeister. Grayson Johnson was first in the junior archery compound limited class. Other placings were Isaac Doll, 2nd; and Americo Lorenzini, 3rd. Andrew Schoemaker won the senior division, followed by Kendra Edgerton, 2nd; Trenten Forbes, 3rd; Kayden Lorenzini, 4th and Jared Wacker, 5th. Trever Forbes It’s “shooters to the line” and the competition begins. made the State Fair Team. Carter Youth shoot at 10, 20, 30 and 40 yard distances. Mortensen and Brynden Wilson also competed. The junior archery compound traditional competition was led by Jordyn Garcia, 1st; Jayce Kreegar, 2nd; Seth Gordon, 3rd; Ziyah Stapleton, 4th; Rachel Cornelius, 5th and also making the State Fair team was Dylan Martin. Other juniors participating were Aulden Covelli and Danielle Moon.. Winning the senior archery compound traditional competition was Trevor Link, 1st and second place went to Jeremiah Saiter. Superintendents for the archery shoot were Paul Oliveria and Jim Volk. Assisting the superintendents were Katie Cornelius, Bruce Mortensen, Neil Schoemaker, Scott Stephens, Jerry Wolfswinkel, Fran Young and tabulation, Cori Volk. Shooting sports awards will be presented at an awards dinner on Thursday, July 23 at 6 pm at the “Time to Score”. Youth shoot 5 arrows at each dis- 4-H Building located on the Mortance. Volunteers score the targets and help youth gan County Fairgrounds. All shootretrieve their arrows. ing sports participants, families and supporters are invited. 4-H shooting sports families are asked to bring a potluck dish. Equipment and supplies for the 4-H shooting sports program have been provided through a NRA grant given in 2015. Do you have a newsworthy article or picture you want to share? Send us your articles and pictures along with your name and phone number tp publisher@lostcreekguide.com for a chance to be our next paper!
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Oh my gosh! Where has the summer gone? Fair is almost here, kiddos going back to school, right around the corner is Halloween!!! The Legion meeting will be on Thursday August 6th at 7pm. Please remember that there will not be any Bingo this month. Reason being is that it’s on the same weekend as Fair. It will be back in September with a great jackpot! Fair weekend is August 14th and 15th. Friday the 14th we will be having the Kory Brunson Band here for your entertainment. That will be from 10p-1am. Great band! On Saturday the 15th, will be Honky Tonk Voodoo. They will be playing from 9p-1am. No one under the age of 21 will be allowed in after 9pm both nights. That’s about it for August. To all participants, spectators, and visitors, enjoy your time at Fair and all it has to offer! To all the kids, have fun in school and try to learn something!
Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer in Ft. Morgan plans Rummage Sale
Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer’s 53rd Annual Rummage Sale is being held on Friday, Aug.14th from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. and Saturday, Aug. 15th, from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. LCOR is located at 1100 W. Platte Avenue in Ft. Morgan. Profits from the rummage sale will go towards the “Women of Evangelical Lutheran Church of America’s” various ministries, both locally and world-wide. Donations of items that are clean, not broken, and in working condition are being accepted. We can no longer accept old computers/monitors. Contact the church office at 867-8432 or Roxie at 867-8582, if you have items to donate and would like them picked up.
August 5, 2015
Bethany College Women’s Basketball Signs Maesyn Ries
Maesyn Ries, Keenesburg, Colorado, has signed a letter of intent to play women’s basketball at Bethany College for the 2015-2016 academic year. Ries, a 5’5” shooting guard, comes to Bethany from Weld Central High School. She was a four-year starter on the basketball team, earning 1st Team All-State honors. Her senior year, Ries averaged 13.9 points per game and 5.0 rebounds per game. She shot 30% from the field and 40% from three-point range, tallying 99 steals, 76 assists, and five blocks. In addition, Ries was a four-year starter on the track team in the triple jump, and a three-year starter on the volleyball team as a libero/setter. “Maesyn Ries is an exciting addition to our program,” said head coach Brett Morehouse. “We are very fortunate to be signing a player of her ability this late in the recruiting season. Maesyn can really shoot the basketball, especially from 3, and we struggled as a team last season to consistently knock down long range shots. It’s very impressive to shoot 40% from 3 over the course of an entire season, but Maesyn is by no means a one dimensional player. Her rebounding and assist totals lead us to believe that she can be a productive player at multiple guard spots in our offense. To top it off, she collected almost 100 steals during her senior year and we need more players who have the ability to affect the game on both ends of the court. What really impressed me during her visit to campus was her understanding of the time and effort that is required to become a great player at this level. There is no doubt that Maesyn will arrive this fall ready to compete and we look forward to watching her academic and athletic development over the next four years!” Ries is the daughter of Mike and Deanna Ries. She has a 4.3 grade point average, and plans to major in sports management. The Bethany College Swedes compete in 18 intercollegiate sports in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Bethany participates in the NAIA Champions of Character program, which encourages integrity, respect, responsibility, sportsmanship, and servant leadership in student-athletes, coaches, and youth in the community. Since 1902, Bethany has won 152 conference championships. Learn more about the Bethany College Swede’s athletic programs atwww.bethanyswedes.com.
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Morgan County Fair Fashion Revue Champions Named
Destiny McMinn, Madison McMinn, and Kirsten Wood swept the top awards at the 2015 Morgan County 4-H Fashion Revue Monday evening. Destiny was named Grand Champion in Creative Clothing and Reserve Grand Champion in Constructed Clothing Divisions. Madison received Reserve Grand Champion in Creative Clothing and Kirsten claimed Grand Champion in Constructed Clothing. Destiny’s Senior Creative Champion and Grand Champion in Creative Clothing started as a floor length black gown that she cut to knee length and hand-sewed the dress hem. She used the black satin scraps to create straps for the dress. To spritz up the black she airbrushed the entire dress with silver and hand-painted a vivid variety of colorful feather- like brush strokes. To accent the colorful hand-painted design, Destiny added a coral ‘ombre’ drape that can be worn in a number of different ways. Her Reserve Grand Champion in Constructed Clothing was a tailor made A-line dress pattern that included pleats, lining, an invisible zipper, and tailor tacks. This sharp aqua dress will come in handy after Destiny graduates from home high school and pursues higher education in fashion design. Madison’s Junior Champion and Reserve Grand Champion for Creative Clothing featured one of her favorite fabrics: denim. Madison machine sewed yards of various fabrics and ribbons to her denim dress. She added ribbon embellishments, flowers and butterflies and toped the outfit off with a matching bag. Senior Champion and Grand Champion of Constructed Clothing went to Kirsten Wood of Fort Morgan who made a fashionably warm grey wool coat. Kirsten used a coat pattern and lined her coat with a white polka dot black silk fabric that coordinated with the topstitching found on the seams. Kirsten in her seventh year of sewing challenged herself by hand pad stitching the horsehair interfacing to the wool and creating bound buttonholes. The coat included a collar with a band, yokes, two-piece sleeves and welt pockets. Other unit champions were: Novice Construction: Sateen Keller of Fort Morgan constructed a Paris themed skirt for her first year in 4-H sewing and modeled with beret and jean jacket. Junior Construction: Madison McMinn of Fort Morgan who constructed a floral print dress which featured a hook and eye closure at the back, and facings at the neck and armholes. Intermediate Creative: Taryn McMinn creatively hand-crafted a batik decorated skirt. She applied melted wax and applied dyes with a paintbrush continuing the process until the fabric was ready to wash and “set.” Reserve Unit Champions were: Novice Construction: Raelynn Carlock, wearing a skirt developed out of her own pattern made out of packing paper. Junior Construction: Taryn McMinn modeled a two coordinating 100% cotton fabric sleeveless dress and three-quarter length sleeve jacket. Junior Creative: Delany Draegert sported a fashionable andcomfortable pajama ensemble with a matching robe. Intermediate Creative: Deanna Hickson combined two t-shirts and a bandana into a comfortable summer dress. Senior Creative: Cora Rhode modeled a silky summer dress uniquely designed with her own custom design made with dyes. Other Fashion Revue participants were: Junior Constructed Clothing: Cylee Matheson and Oliva Clise. Senior Constructed Clothing: Alexei Archuleta, Cerise Archuleta, Kyleigh Mellott, and Mickayla Zink. Junior Creative Clothing: Allison Thomas and Cylee Matheson. Senior Creative: Mackenzie Powell and Mickayla Zink. Cloverbud 4-H Members showed decorated t-shirts they made at a workshop earlier in July. Cloverbuds participating were Soul Keller, Adaline Orona, Roxie Uhrig, Romie Uhrig, Landon Crispin, Jayden Thompson, August Filter, and Peyton Meyer. Emcees were Gertie Chapin of Weldona and Cindy Powers of Fort Morgan. Fashion Revue Superintendents making the show a success were Kathy Wood, Jennifer Rhode, and Cara Draegert.
Weld County Commissioners Approve Application for Small Business Incentive Program
This month, the Weld County Board of Commissioners approved West Greeley Self Storage as a recipient of the Small Business Incentive Program. The program will credit West Greeley Self Storage $20,000 to offset land use, building permit, and various impact fees. West Greeley Self Storage will be a 569-unit storage facility located on 95th Avenue in Greeley. Once fully built, there will be a total of 108,500 square feet of rentable space for both commercial and residential customers. The Small Business Incentive Program is designed to reduce upfront capital expenditures for small businesses located in Weld County. In order to be eligible, applicants must meet several criteria including: • The business must be located within unincorporated Weld County • Hire at least 50% of their workforce from Weld County •Have 25 or fewer employees at the time of submitting their application • Consult business plan with the Small Business Development Center “The commissioners started the Small Business Incentive Program with businesses like West Greeley Self Storage in mind,” said Commissioners Chair Barbara Kirkmeyer. “The program is designed to promote economic activity in our county by helping small businesses afford the startup costs and fees.” In 2011, the Weld County Board of Commissioners participated in a statewide economic development strategy, which resulted in a bottom-up approach to economic development. One of the main goals of the economic development program is to recruit, grow and retain small business within the county. After this development plan was set in place, the commissioners set aside $500,000 from the county’s Economic Development Fund to develop the Small Business Incentive Program. “The goal of this program is to help businesses get a jump start and be successful,” said Commissioner Steve Moreno, coordinator for the Planning Department. “We are glad West Greeley Self Storage is taking advantage of the program Weld County offers.” For more information, visit the Small Business Incentive Program tab under the Planning and Zoning Department web page at www.weldgov.com.
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Weld County Critical Incident Response Team Created
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Greeley, CO – Weld County District Attorney Michael J. Rourke, along with the support of all of Weld County’s Police Chiefs, Coroner, and Sheriff, announced today the Weld County Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) has been successfully created. The intent of this project has been to form an investigative team that is representative of the entirety of Weld County. Once the team has been chosen and trained, the Critical Incident Response Team will be utilized to investigate incidents involving the discharge of a firearm by an officer in the line of duty, including circumstances in which that discharge causes death or injury. At the request of the involved agency’s CEO, the CIRT may investigate other use of force situations resulting in serious injury, as well as in-custody deaths or the death of a peace officer in the line of duty. Investigators from around the county will lend their expertise while also planning for succession by newer officers. This process enables complete, thorough, professional, and transparent investigations while maintaining the traditional distinction between the District Attorney’s office and law enforcement. Once an investigation has been completed, the District Attorney’s Office continues to retain the ability to charge, present to the Grand Jury, or issue a report that the officer was justified in his or her conduct. On Tuesday afternoon, District Attorney Rourke said “The Weld County District Attorney’s office, in conjunction with all of Weld County’s Police Chiefs, Sheriff, and Coroner, have come together in a very collaborative way to form and support this investigative team. Its creation is truly in the best interests of this community.” The following agencies have agreed to fully participate in the operations of the Nineteenth Judicial District Critical Incident Response Team: Ault Police Department Brighton Police Department Colorado State Patrol Dacono Police Department Eaton Police Department Erie Police Department Evans Police Department Firestone Police Department Fort Lupton Police Department Fredrick Police Department Greeley Police Department Johnstown Police Department Kersey Police Department LaSalle Police Department Lochbuie Police Department Longmont Police Department Milliken Police Department Nunn Police Department Platteville Police Department University of Northern Colorado Police Department Weld County Coroner’s Office Weld County District Attorney Weld County Sheriff’s Office Windsor Police Department
Weld County Council Meets in Pierce and Hears Presentation from Weld County Public Works Director Jay McDonald
The Weld County Council held an evening meeting in Pierce, Colorado at the Fire Station. In attendance were local citizens who had questions concerning road issues. In addition to local citizens, and Weld County Public Works Director, Jay McDonald was Weld County Commissioner- At- Large Sean Conway. Commissioner Conway pointed out that the Weld County Works Department is the second largest in the state, only behind CDOT. He pointed out the County is responsible for 725 miles of paved road, 2,300 miles of gravel road, over 500 bridges and over a 1000 culverts. The Public Works team continues to do a great job with an ever increasing workload. I guess it says something about dedication when Jay McDonald brings his wife Nancy and granddaughter Karsyn to the meeting!
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I have a love-hate relationship with Facebook. I like reading about what is going on in the lives of my family and friends....I love getting pictures of my grand-daughter Paige... but I absolutely hate the fact that when you post something in regard to faith or America, you open the door to a ton of hate speech from people you used to call friends. Funny how we have to respect their rants and hurtful words but they don’t have to respect ours. Guess that makes us not politically correct. You know, Jesus wasn’t politically correct either. He said all sorts of things that turned the leaders and spiritual heads of his day totally upside down. And like then, it is the very same today! It is utterly amazing how so many of us are afraid to make a public stand when it comes to that which is morally correct, that is, things based on the principles of the Bible and the Judaeo-Christian ethic...for fear of not being politically correct. But to publicly bash Christianity, The Ten Commandments, the Bible and anything about Jesus, and you are not only accepted but popular! But condemn same-sex marriage or Islam, and you are attacked. In fact, the actual definition of “politically correct” is: “agreeing with the idea that people should be careful to not use language or behave in a way that could offend a particular group of people.” And so my question then becomes: If you say I offended you, then why is it that it is okay for you to offend me? Guess it is back to the same old upside down part of the world which Jesus walked in. So what do we do? We do the mission. It hasn’t changed. We preach the Word... correct, rebuke and encourage...but with patient and careful instruction. Just like Jesus did. And when “they” come after us, then so be it. I fully rely on Joshua 1:9: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Be Well, Do Good Work, and... Be Blessed Like Crazy Pastor Perry Destination Ministries www. DestinationOnline.org
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Meet your 2015 Weld County Fair Royalty!
Nicolle Conner, Weld County Fair Queen, A junior at Weld Central High School is the daughter of Mark and Sandi Conner of Keenesburg. Amelia Hatch Princess is the daughter of Eli and Bri Hatch of Kersey, Lauren Weabner Princess is the daughter of David and Natalie Weaber of Eaton. The Royalty Girls have been making many public appearances including parades events and county activities. representing and promoting Weld County. At this time they would like to thank all there generous sponsors of the Weld County Royalty program along with the Weld County Fair board for this wonderful opportunity. Please join them at the 2015 Weld County Fair. www.weldcountyfair.com
August 5, 2015
Air Rifle and Air Pistol Results from Morgan County Fair Shoots
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The County Fair Shoot for air rifle and air pistol was on Sunday, July 19 at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. Spliting the the senior awards were Adam Dahle, Lane Goodman and Kami Sweenie. In the junior division, Noah Clough, Alex Sweenie and Montana Goodman split the champion awards. Results in senior air pistol were Lane Goodman, 1st; Adam Dahle, 2nd and Burgandy Larrick, 3rd. In the Junior Air Pistol division, Montana Goodman was first, followed by Noah Clough, 2nd; and Juan Estrada, 3rd. In air rifle utility class, results were Noah Clough, 1st; Alex Sweenie, 2nd; Nicolas Clark, 3rd; Ryan Clark, 4th; Montana Goodman, 5th and qualifying for State Fair Team was Danielle Moon. Also participating were: Seth Gordon, Malea Koenig, Raelyn Koenig, JR Meyer, Garrett Pruett, Emily Ruby, and Zachariah Ruby. Senior air rifle utility class winners were Kami Sweenie, 1st; Adam Dahle, 2nd; Lane Goodman, 3rd; Ryan 4-H shooting sports members are sighting in at Eggleston, 4th and Burgandy Larrick, the air rifle competition with superintendent, 5th. Placings for junior air rifle - 4 position Karl Dahle, looking on. were: Noah Clough, 1st; Alex Sweenie, 2nd; Nicolas Clark, 3rd; Montana Goodman, 4th; and Ryan Clark, 5th. Malea Koenig qualified for the State Fair Team. Other shooters were Emily Ruby, Raelyn Koenig and Danielle Moon. Placing in the senior air rifle – 4 position were: Lane Goodman, 1st; Adam Dahle, 2nd; Kami Sweenie, 3rd; Ryan Eggleston, 4th and Burgandy Larrick, 5th. Results for the junior olympic/offhand air rifle were Noah Clough, Alex Sweenie, 2nd; Nicolas Clark, 3rd; Ryan Clark, 4th and Montana Goodman, 5th. Malea Koenig qualified for the State Fair Team. Raelyn Koenig also participated. In the senior division, Adam Dahle finished 1st, followed by Lane Goodman, 2nd; Kami Sweenie, 3rd; Burgandy Larrick, 4th and Ryan Eggleston, 5th. In junior - 3 position air rifle, results were Alex Sweenie, 1st; Ryan Clark, 2nd; Nicolas Clark, 3rd; Montana Goodman, Air Rifle and Air Pistol participants and 4-H 4th; Malea Koenig, 5th. Noah Clough qualified for the State Fair Team. Raelyn volunteers were: (back row), Malea Koenig, Adam Dahle, Noah Clough, Ryan Eggleston, Koenig also participated. In senior – 3 Lane Goodman, John Goodman, Alex Sweenie, position air rifle, Lane Goodman placed John Sweenie, Karl Dahle, Montana Goodman, first. Second was Adam Dahle, Kami Kami Sweenie, Burgandy Larrick and Rich Clough. Front row are: Danielle Moon, Raelyn Sweenie, 3rd; Ryan Eggleston, 4th and Burgandy Larrick, 5th. Koenig, Emily Ruby and Zachariah Ruby. The Air Rifle Contest Superintendent was Karl Dahle. Assisting him were John Sweenie and Rich Clough. John Goodman ran the Air Pistol Contest. Scorers for the event were Janet Larrick and Susan Clough. Equipment and supplies for the 4-H shooting sports program have been provided through a NRA grant given in 2015.
Hoyt Home Circle Club Meets
The Hoyt Home Circle Club met at 1:00 on Wednesday, July 8, 2015, at the Hoyt Community Center and was hosted by Becky Hewitt. The meeting was opened by President Marilyn Musgrave who welcomed everyone and thanked Becky for hosting. Marilyn led the “Pledge of Allegiance”. Some quirky laws of Colorado were read by Charlene Shaver. Roll call was answered by 14 member, honorary members Carol Becker and Phyllis Musgrave, and guest Mary Tucker with a book exchange and pantry donations. Several quilt blocks have been completed for the 2016 quilt. The cookbook is being proof read and will be submitted for publication. The amount of books to be ordered was discussed, as well as the amount books will be sold for. Discussion for the Anniversary Tea was held with members signing up for food items they will provide. Entertainment options for the tea were discussed. Member pages for the anniversary book will be due at the next meeting. The 50/50 drawing was won by Melanie Lingo-Conter. The hostess gift was won by Stacie Allen. Members enjoyed refreshments provided by Becky. The next meeting will be on August 12, 2015 at the home of hostess Patricia Sudholt in Ft. Lupton. Members and guests will meet at the restaurant Holy Stromboli in Ft. Lupton at 11:00 a.m. followed by the meeting at 1:00 p.m. at Patricia’s home. Roll call will be for each member to bring school supplies for donation.
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Weld County Code Accessible Online Through Municode
The Weld County Board of Commissioners is happy to announce that the Weld County Code is now provided online through Municode. The Weld County Code has always been on the county website, but this new vendor makes accessing and searching the code much easier. Users will now have the ability to download, email, print, share on social media and compare modified code versions. Municode is the nation’s largest codifier. The site provides over 3,100 online codes throughout the United States and allows site visitors to browse the Code Library for a specific state, county or municipality. “Municode is a much more user-friendly website that can be viewed on any desktop, tablet or mobile device,” said Commissioner Chair Barbara Kirkmeyer. “The accessibility of the code will be very useful for Weld County residents and businesses, and we hope they use it as a resource to research county information.” The online version of the Weld County Code is the official version for content and reference purposes. However, the Code of Ordinances and/or any other documents that appear on Municode may not reflect the most current legislation adopted by Weld County. Changes to the code usually take two weeks to be updated online. Questions regarding the content of the Weld County Code should be referred to Esther Gesick, Clerk to the Board at 970-336-7215 extension 4226. To research the Weld County Code, visit www.municode.com and search for Weld County.
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August 13-16, 2015 * Keenesburg, CO 93 Years in Existence! Preserve the Past to Plan for the Future
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Platte Valley Medical Center Receives Chest Pain Center Accreditation
Fewer than one in five Colorado hospitals offers this level of expertise when treating patients with symptoms of a heart attack. Pain Center, PVMC uses an evidence-based approach to care to reduce the time it takes to treat patients during the critical early stages of a heart attack. Such careful action ensures patients are neither sent home too early nor needlessly admitted to the hospital. The Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care’s (CPC) Accreditation process ensures that hospitals meet or exceed a wide set of stringent criteria and undergo a comprehensive onsite review by a team of specialists. CPC Accredited hospitals have achieved a higher level of expertise in helping patients who arrive in the emergency room with symptoms of a heart attack. They emphasize the importance of standardized diagnostic and treatment programs that provide efficient and effective evaluation as well as appropriate and rapid treatment of patients with chest pain and other heart attack symptoms. They also serve as a point of entry to evaluate and treat other medical problems, and help promote a healthier lifestyle in an attempt to reduce the risk factors for heart attack. “This is a great milestone for our patients and our community as it showcases that our hospital has combined evidence-based science, quality initiatives, and clinical best-practices to produce the most effective care and treatment for patients experiencing chest pain and heart-attack symptoms,” says PVMC’s Vice President of Operations Kurt Gensert. Learn more about Platte Valley Medical Center’s mission to foster optimal health for all at pvmc.org, via Facebook and Twitter.
Platte Valley Medical Center (PVMC) is pleased to announce that it has recently received full Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC). This accreditation means that patients with chest pain and heart attack symptoms will receive a higher level of care in Brighton – only one in five Colorado hospitals has achieved chest pain center accreditation. “With 85% of heart damage occurring within the first two hours of a heart attack, it’s important to recognize and respond to the early symptoms of a possible heart attack, reduce the time that it takes to receive treatment, and increase the accuracy and effectiveness of that treatment,” explains PVMC’s Stroke and Chest Pain Clinical Coordinator Teresa Vanderford, RN, BSN. Each year, more than five million Americans visit hospitals because of chest pain — nearly 2,000 in Brighton alone. It’s no surprise that heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States. As an Accredited Chest
Weldon Valley News
It was a birthday celebration for Gertie Chapin on Wednesday evening. Those joining the celebration from Weldona were; Cindy and Foy Chapin, Vivianne and Rick Lorenzini, Maxine Lorenzini, Tiffany, Dick, Jayden and Jasmyn Thompson, Meredith, Cole, Joel and Noelle Chapin, Cami, Zach, Evy, and Zachery Lozier; also Craig Chapin and Len Rodarmel of LaPorte: Melissa and Ryen Trim of Severance; Katie, Anthony, Julia and Leah Stinton, Greeley; Joe Lorenzini of Denver. They enjoyed dinner and the traditional birthday cake. It was a joyous celebration for the Thompson/Chapin families when Tiffany returned home after her 52 night stay in the hospital following her accident. Her first stop was at the family dairy farm where she was greeted by the family and the employees. She is doing well and excited about being home with her family and friends. Welcome home Tiffany! Leianne and Carter Stintion of Sherwood Oregon was in Colorado visiting this week. The spent much of the week in Nederland. They visited with both the Chapin and Stinton Families. Carlee, Dan, Kane and Palmer Bolthouse of Beaverton, Oregon join the family later in the week. On Friday the families joined Leianne and Carter at Coors Field to enjoy the Colorado Rockies baseball game. There were 55 family members joining the couple to celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary. Many members of the July 19, 1980 wedding party were present. School scoop: Kerry Sherman will take over the reign as athletic director. This past year he served as the basketball and will continue this position. Best wishes for a great year, Mr. Sherman. Bring the world into your family! Have you thought it would be fun and interesting to host an international exchange student. Now is your chance. Weldon Valley already has one exchange student this school year but more are welcome. If you would like to also host a student call Meredith Chapin or the school for information about the program. Any family in the county may apply for the program. 4-H News: The local 4-H club conducted the annual club tour. The members visited the homes of the members and viewed their livestock projects. Each member also presented a demonstration. The tour was completed at the Knapp Family home. The group enjoyed a potluck dinner with smoked brisket and pulled pork. Special thanks to Edwards Right Price Market , Troy Dilka and Walmart for donation for the meal. The July meeting was held at the school. Final demonstrations were given by members. Discussion was held on activities at the August County Fair. A community service project by club members is exhibiting projects and livestock to residents at the Valley View Villa Care Center in Fort Morgan. The annual fundraiser of the sale of fresh peaches is being conducted. The members are also selling truck raffle tickets. Members are preparing for the their final project of the year, the County Fair. For more information about the club contact leader Kathy Wood. Church chat: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Weldon has mass at 7:00a.m. each Sunday with Father Frank Garcia. ARE YOU The Weldon Valley Presbyterian in Goodrich has Christian education and worship at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday with Pastor Mark Kenning. The congregation will be holding services in Weldona the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church July 19, July 26 and August 3. The basement of the church was flooded with seep water due to the rise in the river and the rain. The basement is being cleanup for use and the church will not be in use until the project is completed.
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Morgan County Fair Muzzleloading Shoot Held
The muzzleloading contest was held on Saturday, July 18 at the Morgan Gun Club immediately following the .22 competition. Juan Estrada scored 50 points and won first place in the junior traditional competition. In the senior muzzleloading – traditional competition, Ciralee Carlson took first place and Lane Goodman was second. In senior muzzleloading, open class; Neldo Estrada was first place and Lane Goodman was second. Mark Hanson and John Goodman served as the superintendents.
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Wiggins FFA Sends Officers on Retreat
by Roxanne Bashor, Wiggins FFA Reporter The seven Wiggins FFA chapter officers attended an officer retreat at the YMCA in Estes Park on July 8- 10. They worked on becoming a stronger team, becoming better leaders, and strengthening the chapter for the upcoming year. The officers included President, Blake Ferris; Vice-President, Reid Ernst; Secretary, Connor Kaufman; Treasurer, Shayla Lehr; Reporter, Roxanne Bashor; Sentinel, Shane Finegan and Executive Committee Member, Jacob McFadden. They were accompanied by two sponsors, Rockie and Rowana Ernst. Each officer identified what areas they felt the chapter could improve on such as community service. Many officers agreed that the chapter should set more time and opportunities to do more volunteer work. As a group they learned how to make SMART Goals; SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Action-Oriented, Relevant, and Timely. Using the SMART Goals system, the team determined what goals they wanted to achieve throughout the year such as running more effective chapter meetings. The team discussed everyone’s officer responsibilities and how to balance out time so they won’t have as many commitment issues. They also determined how the Program of Activities (POA) will be run and what the chapter calendar will look like for the upcoming year. Throughout the retreat each officer directed a leadership activity. The team also participated in a low ropes course team building activity put on by the YMCA, and they took a scenic hike in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Overall they became closer as a team and learned valuable skills to be good officers.
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Still Alive at 55 Car Show was a celebration of our 55 years of business, and counting! All of our proceeds benefitted the Shriners Hospitals for Children Burn Center. The car show was held on Saturday, July 11th, from 6pm-10pm. Thanks to the City of Fort Lupton, Fort Lupton Police Department, and the Fort Lupton Fire Department – Denver Avenue was closed from 7th Street to Highway 52. There was music by the Delta Sonics, Miles the Broncos mascot made an appearance, and there was great food from local restaurants.
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Disaster Preparedness Trainings
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Weld County Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is sponsoring a disaster preparedness training for those 55 and older interested in becoming disaster preparedness program volunteers or just learning how to be prepared for the next disaster. Join us at the following dates. Call 970-351-2588 to register. August 5 Carbon Valley Senior Center 12:30 pm August 19 Hill and Park Senior Center 11:00 am Sept 3 Training Dates Train the Trainer –Weld County Office of Emergency Management—Greeley 10 am-12 noon September 15 Training Dates Tour of emergency Management and Homeland Security City and County of Denver 10 am to 1 pm About Weld County RSVP Weld County RSVP is non-profit that offers services to 20 communities in Weld County by providing volunteers 55 and older to over 82 agencies. Sponsored by the University of Northern Colorado and the Weld County Area on Aging to serve the needs of the communities for all ages. Programs include Grocery Shopping Services, Reading Partners, Disaster Preparedness, Veteran outreach, Medicare assistance and our SHOP program for building handicap ramps. Weld County RSVP has been a guiding force in Weld County for more than 44 years and has both respect and support of the community.
Long Meadow Community Club News
The Long Meadow Community Club met Wednesday at the home of the Hostess, Kaye Aldrich. The Hostess served taco shells and all the fixings, coffee, iced tea, and a delicious apple pudding cake with lemon sauce. President Nita Zimmerman opened the meeting with the Pledge to the Flag and the Club’s Collect. Seven members answered roll call with, “Where did your parents and grandparents come from?” Members present were as follows: Kaye Aldrich, Joyce Hueske, Donna Oskarson, Patsy Taylor, Barbara Troudt, Sylvia Weller, and Nita Zimmerman. Courtesy reported sending a sympathy card to the Joe Ewing Family and a get well card to Janet Thomas. The Hostess Gift, a set of kitchen towels, was won by Patsy Taylor. A Father’s Day game was played with several winners.
What is a Grandmother?
A grandmother is a lady who has no children of her own, so she likes other people’s little girls. A grandfather is a man grandmother. He goes for walks with the boys and they talk about fishing, tractors, and things like that. Grandmas don’t have to do anything except be there. They’re old so they shouldn’t play hard or run. It is enough if they drive to the market where the pretend horse is and have lots of dimes. If they take us for walks, they should slow down past things like pretty leaves or caterpillars. They should never, ever say, “Hurry up.” Usually they are fat, but not too fat to tie kids’ shoes. They wear glasses and funny underwear. They can take their teeth and gums off. It is better if they don’t typewrite or play cards, unless they’re with us. They don’t have to be smart, only answer questions like, “Why do dogs hate cats?” or “How come God isn’t married?” They don’t talk like visitors do because it is too hard to understand. When they read to you, they don’t skip or mind if it is the same story again. Everybody should try to have one, especially, if you like television. Grandmas are the only grown-ups who have got time.
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Attend the Southeast Weld County Junior Fair & Rodeo August 13-16, 2015 * Keenesburg, CO 93 Years in Existence! Preserve the Past to Plan for the Future
August 5, 2015
.22 Shoot Begins Second Weekend of Morgan County Fair Shooting Sports Events
Several shooters shared in the blue ribbon finishes during the .22 County Fair Shoot on Saturday, July 18 at the Morgan Gun Club. 4-H volunteers and superintendents for the event, Karl Dahle, Rich Clough, John Sweenie and John Goodman reviewed safety rules before kicking off the 2015 .22 competition. 2015 included a new electronic scoring system where youth will soon be able to visually view data that shows patterns of their shooting as well as be able to track long term improvements. In junior hunting rifle competition, Noah Clough captured first, Ryan Clark, 2nd; Nicolas Clark, 3rd; Wiley Eicher, 4th and Keegan Link, 5th. Ethan Bohl made the State Fair Team. Also participating were Aulden Covelli, Nathan Gerken, and Paige Stephens. Lane Goodman won the senior division hunting rifle competition. Second place went to Brynden Wilson with Adam Dahle, 3rd, Ryan Eggleston, 4th and Thomas Mettlen, 5th. Juniors competing in three position were Montana Goodman, 1st; Alex Sweenie, 2nd; Noah Clough, 3rd; Ryan Clark, 4th and Nicolas Clark, 5th. Keegan Link also qualified for State Fair. Also competing in the junior 3P was Wiley Eicher. In three position competition for seniors; Adam Dahle was first; Lane Goodman, 2nd; Ryan Eggleston, 3rd; Brynden Wilson, 4th and Thomas Mettlen, 5th. Noah Clough led the .22 4P Sporter competition in the junior division. Alex Sweenie, 2nd; Montana Goodman, 3rd; Nicolas Clark, 4th and Ryan Clark, 5th. Wiley Eicher qualified for the State Fair Team and Cylee Matheson also competed. In the Senior .22 4P Sporter competition, Lane Goodman was 1st; Adam Dahle, 2nd; Brynden Wilson, 3rd; Thomas, Mettlen, 4th and Ryan Eggleston, 5th. In the junior scope division, Noah Clough placed 1st; followed by Montana Goodman, 2nd; Alex Sweenie, 3rd; Nicolas Clark, 4th; Ryan Clark, 5th and Keegan Link made the State Fair Team. Other juniors competing were Wiley Eicher, Zane Matheson and Kylee Nelson. Adam Dahle was first in the senior division with a score of 330, followed closely in second place with a score of 327 was Lane Goodman. Brynden Wilson was 3rd, Ryan Eggleston, 4th and Thomas Mettlen, 5th. In the “just for fun” activities of silhouette shooting in the junior division, first place went to Noah Clough and second to Alex Sweenie. Montana Goodman placed 3rd, Ryan Clark, 4th and Nicolas Clark, 5th. Wiley Eicher also participated. Lane Goodman was first in the silhouette senior division, Thomas Mettlen, 2nd, Adam Dahle, 3rd, Brynden Wilson, 4th and Ryan Eggleston, 5th. Superintendent for the .22 fair shoot was Karl Dahle. John Sweenie and Rich Clough were assistant superintendents. Helping on the line was John Goodman and scoring targets were Susan Clough and Brandi Goodman. All awards from the county fair shoots will be presented at an awards dinner on Thursday, July 23 at 6 pm. The banquet will be held in the 4-H Building at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. All shooting sports participants, families and supporters are invited. 4-H shooting sports families are asked to bring a potluck dish. Equipment and supplies for the 4-H shooting sports program have been provided through a NRA grant given in 2015.
Tularemia Sickens Five Weld County Men
Weld County, CO – Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, has sickened five Weld County men. The distribution in age is 56 to 80 and includes a wide dispersal throughout the county, including the municipalities of Greeley, Erie, LaSalle, Milliken, and Longmont. Of the five men, two were hospitalized and three recovered at home. One man remains hospitalized, but is in stable condition. The men were most likely exposed to tularemia while mowing or working in their yards. “This is a rare disease and to have five cases so far this year is highly unusual,” said Dr. Mark E. Wallace, MD MPH, Executive Director of the Weld County Health Department. “In an average year we have zero cases, last year we had one case.” Statewide, Colorado currently has 16 human cases, and in an average year there are less than 4 cases. People become infected with tularemia through skin contact with contaminated soil or water, infected animal tissues or from bites of infected arthropods, most commonly ticks and deer flies. The bacteria can also be inhaled during mowing or gardening activities that create airborne dusts. Public health officials continue to recommend the following precautions: •Wear gloves while doing gardening or landscape work and practice good hand washing after participating in these activities. •Use a dust mask when mowing or doing yard work, and do not mow over animal carcasses. •Don’t go barefoot or wear sandals while gardening, mowing or doing landscape work. Tularemia can persist in the environment for weeks or months. •Avoid contact with wild animals or rodents, including voles, squirrels and rabbits; do not feed or handle them. If an animal carcass must be moved, place it in a garbage bag using a long-handled shovel, and place the bag in an outdoor garbage can. •See a healthcare provider if you become ill with high fever and/or swollen lymph nodes or pneumonia. Tularemia can be treated with early detection and antibiotics. •Protect your pets. Prevent them from hunting or eating wild animals. Infected pets can give the disease to people. See a veterinarian if your pet becomes ill with a high fever and/or swollen lymph nodes.
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Weld County School District Re-3J Board Member Elections Weld Re-3J School District will be seeking individuals for the School Board director election. A call for nominations will be posted on August 5, 2015. The School Board will have two seats open for election for voters to consider during the coming November 2015 election period. These seats are open due to designated term limits. The areas open for election are from Director Districts D & E for four-year terms. Election petitions can be obtained beginning August 5, 2015 at 8:00 a.m. The School District encourages any or all individuals interested in running for membership on the School Board to please contact Meleia Monsey, Election Official, by phone at 303-536-2017 to schedule an appointment to obtain the required information. The District Administration Office is located at 99 W. Broadway St., Keenesburg, Colorado. The official call of nomination and a Director District map will be posted at www.re3j.com on August 5, 2015. The deadline for submission of the petition with signatures is 4:00 p.m. on August 28, 2015.
District Seeks Accountability Members
Kyle Kasten Graduates from BSC in Fall 2014
BISMARCK, ND (07/24/2015)(readMedia)-- Kyle Kasten, of Platteville, CO, graduated from Bismarck State College with a A.A.S. in Electrical Transmission Systems Technology in Fall 2014. Fall 2014 graduates were eligible to walk in the college’s 75th commencement ceremony on May 15, 2015. Bismarck State College, an innovative community college in Bismarck, N.D., offers high quality education, workforce training, and enrichment programs reaching local and global communities. For more information, visit bismarckstate.edu.
District Administration is seeking members for the District Accountability Committee for the 2015-2016 school year. Membership categories include parents of students in school, parents of students no longer in school, and business/community leaders. The DAC meets six times over the course of the school year and discusses a variety of issues facing the District. The committee is not authoritative but makes recommendations to administration and the Board of Education. Anyone interested in being a part of the DAC should submit an email to feedback@re3j.com or call 303-5362000.
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Southeast Weld Fire & Rescue District Seeks Mill Levy Increase
Throughout the past years the District has seen tremendous growth in calls for service and this is due naturally to the growth of the area. The concern, however, is the revenue that we currently receive is from a Mill Levy that was approved 13 years ago in 2002. In order to continue to maintain the level of service for the growing demands of the District, the Board of Directors have decided to place a Mill Levy increase and a Term limit Question on the November ballot. The District’s calls for service the last 10 years: 2006--273; 2007--313; 2008--353; 2009--366; 2010--362; 2011--421; 2012--508; 2013-610; 2014--883; 2015—To date, we are over 500 calls and expect to reach 1000 this year. The District not only responds to 911 calls, but the staff is on location at many sporting events for the school district year round. In addition, the District maintains a strong and active role in the community. The District became an ALS Ambulance service to provide advanced life care and transport patients effectively and efficiently. We now base a paramedic out of Station 1 in Keenesburg. This has tremendously shortened the response times for a paramedic to arrive on scene. Prior to the ALS Ambulance service, an ambulance would respond from Fort Lupton or Gilcrest. The District is seeking to increase the Mill Levy to sustain the response times and maintain the level of service we currently offer. The 2 Mill Levy increase will allow the District to begin to fund selected long-term capital needs, establish resiliency for long-term future economic change, increase safety, ensure staffing of firefighters and shorten emergency response times. Our current Mill Levy is 5.764 and the proposed 2 Mill Levy increase, equates to $15.92 a year per $100,000 assessed value of property.
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Auctions AUCTION: Keenesburg Storage Sat. August 8th 10:00 am 210 E. Broadway, Keenesburg, CO 6 units: 4-10x30’s, 1-8x15, 1-10x10 Dirt bikes, snowmobiles, scooters, army cots and tents, camping gear, misc. household, holiday decorations, etc. Cash or Credit Cards 303-732-4156
We are seeking a Veteran who needs a home in the Mead, Firestone, Frederick, Fort Lupton or Dacono area. If you are a Veteran, with a DD214 and need a home, please contact us at 303-818-3647 or Commander@ VFWPost9741.org. We can help! Helping heroes is what we do….
notice In accordance with the bylaws of Roggen Telephone Cooperative Company, this is to give notice that the following members who had telephone service prior to and including 1995, have unclaimed capital credits due them. In some cases the capital credit check was not cashed or it was returned. For more information call our office at (303) 849-5260, or send your new address to: Roggen Telephone Cooperative Company, PO Box 100, Roggen, CO, 80652. Jim & Heidi Bailey Alfred Cuykendall Eldon David E-1 Cattle Company Estate of James Cooper Estate of Ken Peacock Henry Hebert Sr. Elizabeth Jordan Raul Martinez George McAlear Netsolve Miguel Salinas Rodney Schlidt Edwin Scott Doug Steward Tri Valley Gas Co.
Keith & Billie Jo Bryant Joe & Susan Dvoark Lillian Davila Estate of Blanche Preston Estate of Juanita Smith Karen Fischer Donna Hise Bruce Kauffman Tim Matthews Myron Moore N S Patel Vaun & Lynda Savage Ronnie Sellers Jerry Sigg Tim Stone
Keenesburg Attorney: Ruth Pelton-Roby Wills $100, Divorce, DUI, business setup. Experienced, Affordable, Local. If you cannot travel I will come to you call 720-341-8530
Senior housing H.U.D. Apartments Prairie View Apartments 1151 Main Street Hudson, CO 80642 SENIOR/DISABLED (Age 62 or older/Age 18 or older) Ssubsidized H.U.D. Apartments Equal Housing Opportunity - Section 8 Please call us for an application.
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