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Kiowa bridge raises concerns

The narrow Highway 86 bridge at the west end of Kiowa is in desperate need of replacement, raising concerns about its safety and structural integrity. more

Chancy J. Gatlin-Anderson
Special to Colorado Community Media | 8/29/22 04:54 PM

Abortion providers make legislative recommendations to Rep. Crow at listening session

Amid attacks on abortion access nationwide, abortion providers and advocates met with Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06) on Aug. 24 at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus to make legislative recommendations. more

Rylee Dunn
rdunn@coloradocommunitymedia.com | 8/29/22 09:13 AM

PHOTO GALLERY: Little kids, big trucks

Youngsters of all ages had a chance to see trucks of all shapes and sizes at Brighton City Hall Aug. 27. It was the city's annual Touch a Truck event, which allowed the youngsters to climb into -- … more

8/27/22 12:44 PM

Care Forward Colorado to offer free education to aspiring healthcare workers

Gov. Jared Polis announced the Care Forward Colorado program Aug. 24, an initiative that makes community college and technical programs free for aspiring healthcare professionals across the state. more

Henry Hargrave
socialmedia@coloradocommunitymedia.com | 8/24/22 07:35 PM

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How to Add Your New Valuable Items to Your Insurance Policy

Did you purchase or receive an expensive gift this holiday season? If so, you should contact your insurance agent about insuring your valuables. Homeowner insurance … View more Post your news

School year in Elbert County gets underway

Throughout the past two weeks, students of Elbert County returned to school for the 2022-2023 school year, kicking off an exciting new chapter after pandemic restrictions. more

Chancy J. Gatlin-Anderson
Special to Colorado Community Media | 8/24/22 03:22 PM

Colorado's flourishing fungi foraging community

Popping up alongside the wildflowers, near creek beds and scattered through meadows in Colorado’s forests are a rainbow variety of fungi, which an increasing number of foragers are taking advantage of. more

McKenna Harford
mharford@coloradocommunitymedia.com | 8/24/22 09:00 AM

State moves toward importing drugs from Canada

Colorado has taken another step toward importing lower-cost prescription drugs from Canada, after signing contracts with companies on both sides of the border that will handle the transaction. The … more

John Ingold
The Colorado Sun | 8/23/22 03:46 PM

What's Working: Rise in business closures

The Colorado Secretary of State’s office last week shared the latest quarterly update on how small businesses in the state are doing. It’s mixed, Secretary of State Jena Griswold said. Job growth … more

Tamara Chuang
The Colorado Sun | 8/23/22 03:46 PM

Panel to 27J: Wait for mill-levy override

With 27J Schools Superintendent Chris Fiedler’s words as a backdrop, a 15-member panel of Brighton citizens examined the district’s finances and made a presentation to the 27J … more

Steve Smith
ssmith@coloradocommunitymedia.com | 8/23/22 03:02 PM

New police officer joins Elizabeth force

Over the summer, the Elizabeth Police Department welcomed the addition of Lyndi Burnley to the force. She will hold the position of law enforcement officer. more

Chancy J. Gatlin-Anderson
Special to Colorado Community Media | 8/23/22 09:09 AM

COVID discussions continue as Colorado students return to school

As students walk back into classrooms in the fourth school year amid the coronavirus pandemic, parents may find themselves wondering: When can we stop worrying about COVID-19? more

Ellis Arnold
earnold@coloradocommunitymedia.com | 8/22/22 09:31 AM

FBI sex trafficking sweep locates 27 missing kids along Front Range

A national FBI effort aimed at identifying and helping victims of sex trafficking recovered 11 child victims in Colorado during the first week of August, according to the FBI's Denver office. more

Staff Report | 8/18/22 02:19 PM

2022 Elbert County Fair Junior Market Sale is success for kids

The 2022 Elbert County Fair Junior Market Sale was a huge success, setting a new sale record of $850,780, nearly $90,000 more than 2021. more

Chancy J. Gatlin-Anderson
Special to Colorado Community Media | 8/17/22 03:26 PM

Cannabis industry is enduring its first sustained downturn

Colorado’s legal marijuana industry is weathering its first sustained downturn since dispensaries began selling recreational weed in 2014. Dispensaries are closing. New ventures, like delivery … more

Jason Blevins
The Colorado Sun | 8/16/22 02:35 PM

Researchers figured out why air conditioners consume so much energy

This just in from the laboratory: When it comes to the air conditioner chugging away in the window, it’s not the heat — but the humidity that’s causing it to work overtime. An analysis by … more

Mark Jaffe
The Colorado Sun | 8/16/22 02:35 PM

A rite of summer

8/16/22 11:14 AM

Elbert County Fair racks up winning year

It was another successful year for the Elbert County Fair. The much anticipated yearly occasion took place from July 30 to Aug. 7 at the Elbert County Fairgrounds in Kiowa. more

Chancy J. Gatlin-Anderson
Special to Colorado Community Media | 8/16/22 09:40 AM

State recommends COVID re-vaccinations for some

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recommended COVID re-vaccinations for as many as 700 doses administered earlier this year. more

Staff report | 8/15/22 03:35 PM

Elizabeth School District honors members of faculty, staff

The yearly Elizabeth School District Luncheon and Pinning Ceremony was held Aug. 9, offering a salute to teachers and staffers in the district. more

8/15/22 11:08 AM

27J breaks ground for Brighton STEM/CTE Center

Though construction has been going on for a while, dignitaries from the city of Brighton, 27J Schools and Brighton High School students were in attendance Aug. 11 for a groundbreaking ceremony for … more

8/12/22 04:07 PM

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At least 20 cars broken into in Douglas County

At least 20 cars were broken into in Douglas County in late January, and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in gathering information on the case and …

Elbert County Planning Commission recommends growth of subdivision

The Elbert County Planning Commission voted 6-0 on Jan. 24 to recommend approval of an amendment to the Independence subdivision planned unit development to allow more growth.

Minor injuries reported after car, train collide

South Adams County fire officials said injuries from a train-vs.-car collison Jan. 31 were minor. The incident happened shortly before 1 p.m. near Easst 58th Avenue and Brighton Road. Details on …

Elizabeth mayor touts School Choice Week

Last week was the official Town of Elizabeth School Choice Week, a time when town officials, the Elizabeth School District and residents of Elizabeth recognize the accomplishments of the school district and benefits of school choice.

Health care giants form one insurance company

By some measures, the Denver metro area has one of the most competitive hospital markets in the country. Large health systems duke it out every year for supremacy in the multibillion-dollar …

Colorado may end age-discriminating work question

Asking someone their age is considered impolite. But asking a job candidate? That’s perfectly legal. A bill at the state legislature would change that, at least in Colorado, and prohibit companies …

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