Lincoln County Fair 2024 Grand Marshals

Doug and Rhonda Blackwelder have been supporters of the 4-H program since participating in 4-H as youth. Doug grew up on a farm and ranch north of Limon and was a 10-year …

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Lincoln Health works to bring speciality services to the area

On Sept. 21, 2024, Lincoln Health in partnership with The Gift of Life Foundation, is hosting the second Denim and Diamonds Gala at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds to honor …

Front row: Jace Stone, Joe Ferree, Evan Brent, Tinsley Malcom, Paisley Wiersma, Josey Kravig, Tressie Golding, Mcrea Sorensen. Back row (l to r): Coach Ronny Pope, Duke Ferree, Lily Ferree, Chisum Pope, Jessica Kravig, Ryder Loutzenhiser, Bailey Nuss, Trey Loutzenhiser, Jayla Kravig, Maelle Frasier. Not pictured: Asha Thompson, Elsie Thompson, Aubrie Vice, Trinity Fulton, Cash Stone.

Lincoln County junior 4-Hers bring home top livestock judging honors

by Shannon Borders The Lincoln County 4-H Junior Livestock Judging team won two out of the five contests this year, and were second and third at two other contests. “I just …

Lincoln County Commissioner meeting

The Lincoln County Commissioners Meeting on Wednesday, July 17 addressed the battery storage regulations along with updating of the regulations for septage. The commissioners …

Cattle and bison traceability rule changes meeting in Yuma

Yuma County Cattlemen’s Association in conjunction with Colorado State University Golden Plains Area Extension are hosting panel style informational meeting to discuss the changes and planned …

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Hugo Roping Club gymkhana results - July 19, 2024

The Hugo Roping Club would like to say “Thank You” to the 2024 sponsors. The next HRC gymkhana is Aug. 2, at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. The Hugo Lions Club will have concessions for everyone to come eat. Photos by Jeannie Kinnaman. More page 9.

HUGO SEES RETURN OF TOM SAWYER, HUCK FINN, AND BECKY THATCHER DAY

The Hedlund House Museum in Hugo, was the place to be, on the 4th of July! Visitors from throughout the county made the Hedlund house Museum in Hugo a part of their 4th of July celebration with …

Huck Finn, Becky Thatcher, and Tom Sawyer made a special appearance at the Hedlund House Museum to celebrate the return of the popular community event.

Huck Finn (Linken Dumbleton), logs entries in the fishing derby.

Becky Thatcher (Destiny Aberle) watches over the silent pie auction, which raised money to assist in repairs to the museum’s floors.

Genoa-Hugo High School students, Destiny Aberle, Duskin Covey, Titus and Logan Overkill volunteered their time to make pies for the Becky Thatcher Pie Auction.

Tobias Saunders proudly displays his fishing derby catch

Tom Sawyer(Duskin Covey) kept local youngsters busy rolling watermelons on the museum lawn.

Lincoln County Fair & Rodeo Princess Jira Kissel welcomes fair goers

by Catherine Thurston Jira Kissel, the 14-year-old daughter of Rynea and Dude Kissel, is the 2024 Lincoln County Fair & Rodeo Princess. She is a native Coloradan and lives with her seven …

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor: In the major east coast city and its suburbs that I grew up in, there seemed to be a far bigger connection to the farms than we have here. There were many Amish and Mennonite …

THANK YOU

I would like to thank all my friends for all the pretty birthday cards and parties. Loved it all!! Alice Williams

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO COMPLETE OUR SURVEY

The Leader is among 60 newsrooms statewide working to better understand our communities by asking residents what they want candidates to talk about as they compete for your vote. What are your top …

CAR CORNER

I was pleasantly surprised by the response and comments I received about the article concerning the movie “America Graffiti”. A fellow auto enthusiast imparted this information to me concerning …

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

I am a 71 year-old rural Coloradan politically registered as Unaffiliated. I'd like to ask my fellow seniors a simple question: Why vote against your own self-interest? Republicans have vowed …

$2,000 ADDED MONEY FOR RANCHERS PEN OF THREE

Lincoln County is excited to announce the Ranchers Pen of Three Competition now has $2,000 added money! The Ranchers Pen of Three is a show designed to promote the cow/calf industry in the region and …

HUGO ROPING CLUB GYMKHANA RESULTS - JULY 12, 2024

The Hugo Roping Club would like to say “Thank You” to the 2024 sponsors. We would also like to thank John Palmer and Carlos Leonard for getting the arena and track ready. The next HRC gymkhana is July 19 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds. The Hugo Lions Club will have concessions for everyone to come eat.

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Brynlyn M. Owens of Limon named to Spring 2024 Dean's List at Saint Michael's College

COLCHESTER, VT (Grassroots Newswire) - Brynlyn M. Owens of Limon was named to the Dean's List at Saint Michael's College for the Spring 2024 semester. Students who complete at least 12 credits of …

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Thank You Karval EMT's and Flight for Life Crew for your quick response to our call for help. Linda and Barney Burch and Carl and Cherry Stogsdill

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HELP WANTED CLERK/CASHIER Martini’s Liquor (part-time/full-time) We are looking for someone friendly, honest, reliable, and punctual who is also able to work some weekends and holidays. Must …

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I WOULD LIKE TO THANK MY FAMILY AND ALL MY FRIENDS FOR ALL THE PRETTY BIRTHDAY CARDS AND PARTIES. I LOVED IT ALL! ALICE WILLIAMS

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS WANTED Parmer’s Automotive, Inc. now hiring new members for our team. Seeking an experienced Automotive Technician and a tire/oil change tech (willing to train). Full-time …

GARAGE SALE

LIMON METHODIST WOMEN OF FAITH GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 29th (Same Day as Limon Firework Festivities) 8am~3pm, 1111 10th Street. No Early Birds.

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DEATH NOTICE

Lonny was born Aug. 30, 1951 in Brush, Colo. to Glen and Cleo (Malcom) Nickell. He passed away July 8, 2024, at Last Chance, Colo. He attended Woodlin School participating in sports and FFA. He …

OBITUARY

George Lowell Huffman was born to George Sylvan Huffman and Lena Mae (Tull) Huffman on Feb. 2, 1944, in Limon, Colo. He experienced a wonderful childhood growing up in Limon and formed some lasting …

LAWRENCE GERALD (JERRY) JOHNSON

Lawrence Gerald (Jerry) Johnson died of natural causes on the morning of July 2, 2024 at his home in Fallon, Nevada. Jerry was the youngest of 10 children born in Denver, Colorado to Minnie and …

ALLEN (AL) SMITH

Allen (Al) Smith was born February 26, 1951, to William R. and Donna L (Clark) Smith in Canon City, Colorado. Al’s dad worked in road construction so the family moved frequently finally …

NATHAN ELI JOSEPHUS

Nathan Eli Josephus 36 of Whitney. Texas, passed away suddenly July 6, 2024. Nathan was born to Rick and JoAnn in Hugo, Colorado. He grew up in Limon, Colorado. where he graduated and worked …

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REMEMBER WHEN

60 Years Ago July 16, 1964 Last week, a mom, dad and their 14-year-old daughter stopped at the Conoco Station in Limon. While the car was being serviced, the girl went into the restroom …

YESTERYEAR

60 Years Ago..July 16, 1964 Huck Finn Day winners of the costume contest are Craig Nagel, Debbie Hendricks, Rhonda Widhalm and Richard Metcalf. Well over 100 persons including 77 Hucks and …

REMEMBER WHEN By Joan Doll ~ from past editions of the Limon Leader

60 Years Ago..July 2, 1964 Arrangements for every phase of the rodeo here July 3, 4, & 5 have been completed. It appears that the committee has done everything possible under the circumstances to …

Lincoln County Fair 2024 Grand Marshals

Lincoln Health works to bring speciality services to the area

Lincoln County junior 4-Hers bring home top livestock judging honors

Lincoln County Commissioner meeting

Cattle and bison traceability rule changes meeting in Yuma

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Hugo Roping Club gymkhana results - July 19, 2024

PROJECT SMILE MEALS

Michelle Lambert Friday Night Live at the El Paso County Fair!

HUGO SEES RETURN OF TOM SAWYER, HUCK FINN, AND BECKY THATCHER DAY

Lincoln County Fair & Rodeo Princess Jira Kissel welcomes fair goers

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

THANK YOU

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT TO COMPLETE OUR SURVEY

CAR CORNER

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

$2,000 ADDED MONEY FOR RANCHERS PEN OF THREE

HUGO ROPING CLUB GYMKHANA RESULTS - JULY 12, 2024

Brynlyn M. Owens of Limon named to Spring 2024 Dean's List at Saint Michael's College

MACHINE PITCH TOURNAMENT

HUGO ROPING CLUB RESULTS FOR JUNE 28, 2024

Limon Grey's 9-10yr Cal Ripken team wins Championship

Limon Badgers Baseball Finish Season as State Runner-Up

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YESTERYEAR By Joan Doll ~ from past editions of the Eastern Colorado Plainsman

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