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Tina Pruett of Manzanola was named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2025 term at University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits ...

Three historic landmarks in Otero and Bent counties will soon receive long-awaited upgrades thanks to the latest round of grants from History Colorado’s State Historical Fund.

Lamar Community College (LCC) has announced a major step forward in addressing critical workforce needs across Southeast Colorado. LCC has been awarded funding through the Colorado State Attorney ...

Joe ZembaLa Junta Tribune-Democrat A new air quality regulation that went into effect on June 1 intends to change the sound of summer maintenance across… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for co ...

Homeowners across Otero and Bent counties have a rare opportunity to better understand the quality of the water they rely on every day and at absolutely no cost to them.

BILL TINSLEY The Minnesota humorist, Garrison Keillor, once observed that people do bad, horrible, dirty, rotten and despicable things, then, instead of repenting, they just… Login to continue reading ...

As Congress inches closer to a final vote on the sweeping healthcare reform legislation known as the “Big Beautiful Bill,” rural hospitals across Colorado and the nation are sounding the alarm, none ...

Golfers are getting ready to compete again in the upcoming SECPA/ SECOM Charity Golf Classic. The tournament is in its 38th year and is planned for July 10-12 to be played in La Junta and Rocky Ford.

Reflections ...

Rob Stout Tony Robbins recently made me laugh when he said, “Something in this universe expects you to become more. That’s why it feels so… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary ac ...

The East Otero School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on June 23 with a packed agenda that focused heavily on financial health and building-level updates.