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Notice: There is a 24-hour reservation policy at the meal sites and senior centers. To make a reservation please call the Hugo Kitchen at 719-743-2272, Hub Citv Senior Center at 719-775-2721, Louise …

What is a ghost's favorite ride? A roller ghoster. What do monsters drink when they are thirsty?   Ghoul aid. What is a skeleton's favorite instrument?   The tromBone.

60 Years Ago~Oct. 15, 1964 Rickey Kucera is the Homecoming Queen for all the festivities.   She was crowned at halftime by Walt Newsom, Limon Football Captain. Outstanding Alumnus for …

60 Years Ago Courtland C. (Craig)   Weeder SK2 will fly to the South Pole today. Weeder has been in Davisville, R. I. training for this assignment.   He will be with a Navy Support …

AIRGUNS I recently received the new Umarex Gauntlet 2 Side Lever .25 cal. to test out. I have the original Umarex Gauntlet but the side lever model is the newest version with some exciting new …

Community support and development is a big part of our body of work at the EDC.  Recently, our collaboration with Downtown Limon, a Colorado Main Street Program, has launched into a lengthy …

Healthmart Wellness Newsletter Flu season will be coming along soon so it’s time to think about that annual vaccine. Normally, we remind you at the end of September, but given the …

It would seem there may be a problem with the Karval Cemetery District.   Some folks say they performed contract work that was supposed to be paid over a month ago and they haven't seen the …

Why did the Witch stay in the hotel? Because they had great broom service. How do monsters like their eggs? Terri-fried. How do you fix a broken pumpkin? With a …

Old Jasper Blankenship bought a deer license again this year, just as he’s done every year since Eisenhower was President. He sticks nickels and dimes in a jar all year long and smiles each …

OCTOBER events: 11 and 12 – Rummage Sale 14 – Friendship Circle 17 – Food pantry Community meal at community building, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.   Donations …

The weather last weekend was perfect for the Arriba/Flagler Homecoming!   Starting with the pancake breakfast and a very clever parade, the crowd was ready for lunch at the Legion and some …

60 Years Ago~Oct. 1, 1964 Between 150 and 200 Jaycees from all over the state are expected in Limon this weekend for the Fall State Executive Council Meeting. After having been at a …

60 Years Ago~Oct. 1, 1964 The United States Air Force Recruiting Service awarded Elizabeth Johnson a citation in recognition of consistent and devoted service in assisting them in appreciation …

Fall has arrived, but we sure need some moisture in eastern Colorado! We're still dealing with warm ninety degree days and the farmers continue to drill wheat and complete corn harvest. Flagler …

OCTOBER EVENTS 8-Alliance meeting 9-Willing Workers 14-Friendship Circle 17- Food pantry; Community meal at community building, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Donations accepted. Everyone is …

We are now in the budgeting time of year, and our local government contributions to our organization from the municipalities and county are on a per capita basis.  That means every year we …

Horse Packing Trip My buddy and I have talked about doing a 100-mile horse packing trip for the last 4-5 years. We were going to have someone drop us off and then pick us up on the other side of …

American Heart Association Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)can be relatively inconsequential but also can lead to greater risk of blood clots.   Atrial fibrillation is on the increase. But if you …