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Articles from the June 20, 2024 edition


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  • Summer OLYMPICS

    Jun 20, 2024

    QUINCY STONE, center, shot puts a water balloon as part of Olympic sport activities during a Haxtun Summer Fun event in the park with leaders Seth and Stephanie Starkebaum on June 12. Keelan Biesemeier and Jaxy Fix cheer Quincy on from the sides. For more information on Haxtun Summer Fun activities or to sing up for future events, contact the Haxtun Town Hall at (970) 774-6104....

  • Haxtun's Brock Miller selected for State FFA Office

    Candie Fix, Managing Editor|Jun 20, 2024

    Haxtun's Brock Miller was recently selected to serve on the 2024-25 Colorado FFA State Officer team. Miller was elected to serve as an Executive Committee member at the final session of the 96th annual Colorado State FFA Convention at CSU Pueblo on June 6. Miller is a 2024 graduate of Haxtun High School. Since his election to the State Officer Team, Miller has attended Colorado Career and Technical Student Organization trainings in Denver which begins his year-long state officer adventure. He...

  • Szabo's audit shows Town of Fleming in good financial standing

    From the minutes|Jun 20, 2024

    The Fleming Town Council held their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 12. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Stefan Betley at 6:31 p.m. The following council members were present: Cathy Castillo, Bill Langridge, Bonnie Jackson and Alex Gapter. Andrew Muller and Suzanne Wales were absent. Also present were Scott Szabo (left at 6:45 p.m.), Thomas Bean (left at 7:52 p.m.), Keith Beck (left at 6:55 p.m.), Joelle and Daniel Gapter, Michelle Asfeld and Lewis Frank. Additions/Corrections to the Agenda: Betley asked for additions or...

  • Maxwell takes over Post Master position at Haxtun, Fleming & Crook

    Candie Fix, Managing Editor|Jun 20, 2024

    A familiar face behind the counter at the Haxtun Post Office now serves in the lead role as Post Master. Shannon Maxwell was named Post Master of post offices in Haxtun, Fleming and Crook in late December 2023. Since her appointment as lead of the three rural post offices, Maxwell said her focus is to serve the three rural communities and to keep things local. "I want things to continue to run as they always have here," Maxwell said recently. "I want to keep things local. I am still learning...

  • Locals earn honors in "A Healthier Weigh" program by CSU Extension

    Stephanie Starkebaum, CSU Extension|Jun 20, 2024

    The Colorado State University Extension Family and Consumer Science Department recently announced the successful completion of its 19th annual 'A Healthier Weigh' program. This 12-week initiative is dedicated to enhancing the health and wellness of individuals across seven rural counties on the Eastern Plains. By promoting active lifestyles, encouraging informed food choices and offering comprehensive, science-based education on health, exercise and nutrition, the program aims to build healthier...

  • Fearless Faith

    Ken Frantz|Jun 20, 2024

    Like burning fuses for the upcoming Fourth of July, our garden delights in the moment are foxtail lilies. Sturdy stalks support tall conical blooms of bright yellow flowers. What most amazes, however, is the way the plant reveals itself. Over the course of 10 days or so, vibrant color explodes from the head, but only in a particularized manner starting at the base of the bloom. The blossoms open sequentially and upward. It is that disciplined but fleeting nature that endears the plants to us....

  • Under the Wire

    Gary Hodgson|Jun 20, 2024

    My Kingdom For A Horse. I think I remember that a King was suppose to have said this a long time ago, obviously thinking walking wasn’t too great a sport. More recently, just about every horse owner I know has uttered a version of that famous quote. Along about this time of year, rodeo cowboys and cowgirls, whether they’re haulin’ for the big time or making a few weekend rodeos, start to imitate the famous King. Most have spent all winter training on their trusty barrel, team or calf ropin...

  • Financial Focus

    Edward Jones|Jun 20, 2024

    By the time you reach retirement age, you may have accumulated a 401(k), IRA and other investment accounts, along with insurance policies and physical properties. You’ll use some of these assets to support your retirement, but the rest may end up in your estate — which is why an estate plan is so important. So, to leave a legacy for your family and those philanthropic groups you support, you need a comprehensive estate plan — and you need to avoid making mistakes. Here are some of the most...

  • Extension Spotlight

    Scott Stinnett|Jun 20, 2024

    Parasites can have a significant impact on cattle. During summer, flies can directly affect the growth of younger cattle as well as cows nursing calves. Thus, revenues are affected by flies as well due to decreased gains in young cattle and decreased recovery of cows. Controlling flies is relatively easy and has a positive return on the expense. The impact of flies on beef cattle has been studied multiple times over the past 50 years. As fly numbers increase on individual animals, weight gains become reduced compared to animals treated with...

  • Times Past

    Jun 20, 2024

    13 Years Ago June 21, 1939 The home of Mr. and Mrs. John C. Blake in Haxtun was the scene of a pretty informal wedding Saturday afternoon when their daughter, Miss Goldye, became the bride of Mr. William C. Campbell of Pittsburgh, Penn. T he wedding took place at four o'clock in the presence of immediate relatives and a few friends. The Rev. R.W. Drummond, pastor to the Methodist Church, officiated at the double-ring ceremony. Immediately after a tea following the wedding, Mr. and Mrs. Campbell...

  • Haxtun Summer Ball

    Jun 20, 2024

    HAXTUN BASEBALL players on the Red Pee-Wee team are pictured front row (l-r), Tyson Bazan, Tripp Biesemeier, Nolan Ham, Kenny Grilli and Dallas Fields; back row (l-r), Coach Joey Gerk, Jaxon Larsen, Connor Goddard, Jacob Brown, Treighton Biesemeier, Cooper Ensminger and Taeden Holcomb. Not pictured is Coach Collyn Heinz....

  • Haxtun Summer Ball

    Jun 20, 2024

    HAXTUN BASEBALL players on the Black Pee-Wee team are pictured front row (l-r), Tanner Wilson, Otis Edwards, Cail Wilson, Nikolas Kleve and Carrot Grogan; back row (l-r), Coach Kyle Fryrear, Max Feik, Lincoln Bowers, Stellan Seger, Knox Edwards, Evan Mull and Coach Owen Knode. Not pictured is Pete Salyards....

  • Judy Crossland

    Jun 20, 2024

    Judy Lynn (Salvador) Crossland passed away on May 6, 2024 at the age of 65. Judy was born on Sept. 7, 1958 to Paul and Florence (Langdon) Salvador in Haxtun. Judy married Harold Crossland Sept. 30, 1984. She attended Holyoke and Haxtun schools. After graduating from Haxtun High School in 1977, Judy went to Northeastern Junior College to pursue her cosmetology career. Judy was then a passionate beautician for 45 years, including owning her own beauty shop. Judy took very good care of her... Full story

  • Linda Statz

    Jun 20, 2024

    Linda Lou (Bahler) Statz passed away surrounded by her children on June 10, 2024. She lived her entire life in and around Holyoke. Linda was born on Nov. 19, 1947. Linda was devoted to family and community. Professionally, she worked as a bookkeeper and later county treasurer. Once she retired, she volunteered her bookkeeping expertise at multiple churches. She and her husband Ralph also owned and operated the Peerless Theater for about a decade. She was a very active volunteer, participating... Full story

  • Chamber Spotlight

    Jun 20, 2024

    1. Please give some background/history on the opening/purchase of your business. Pi Kappa Cino coffee opened in December 2005. Jonathan and Patricia purchased the business in 2013. First, just one drive through in Sterling and now four locations. Haxtun is the newest location. 2. What are the owners/key players in your building? Owned and operated by Sara Firme. Key players are all of my dedicated Jonathan and Patricia Prescott. Callie Brekel manages the Sterling Drive Thru. 3. What...

  • How gas prices have changed in Colorado in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 20, 2024

    Gas prices are staying low compared to the same time last year, thanks to lower demand and a growing domestic inventory. "Gasoline demand has trailed 2023 for most of this year, and analysts believe economic uncertainty may suppress demand this summer," AAA spokesperson Andrew Gross said in a statement Thursday. The national supply of gasoline grew by more than 3 million barrels at the start of June, surprising investors and signaling that summer travel demand may look different this year...

  • Counties with the highest unemployment in Colorado

    Stacker|Jun 20, 2024

    Despite a relatively low unemployment rate just shy of 4%, as compared to the COVID-19 pandemic peak of 14.7% in April 2020, the fear of job losses remains amid ongoing economic uncertainty. Stacker compiled a list of counties with the highest unemployment rates in Colorado using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Counties are ranked by their preliminary unemployment rate in April 2024, with initial ties broken by the number of unemployed people within that county, though some ties may remain....