WASHINGTON D.C. — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and a member of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus and Senate Outdoor Recreation Caucus, is welcoming the announcement that the Council on Environmental Quality is signing a memorandum of understanding that establishes the Federal Inter agency Council on Outdoor Recreation (FICOR).
DENVER — As a thank you to U.S. military members, Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers active duty military, veterans and the National Guard free admission to all state parks for the month of August.
Cherry Tomato Salad with Buttermilk Dressing 6 cups red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved if large Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 2/3 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup sour cream 3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves 1 shallot, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced Put the cherry tomatoes in a large serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss.
This is that marvelous time of year for all things vegetable. Whether you are fond of shopping for produce indoors or out, now’s the time you will find an excellent selection of practically every vegetable you can imagine — it is peak season for this region.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that eastern rural New Mexico and the San Luis Valley will receive $14.7 million and $1.9 million, respectively, for high-speed internet access as part of the Biden-Harris administrations investment in rural infrastructure.
The Colfax County Farm Service Agency is currently accepting applications for the Emergency Conservation Program to address damage caused by the Cooks Peak wildfire. U.S.
The City of Trinidad recently raised its natural gas rates for consumers and is now seeking to do the same with electric customers. The announcement came after Trinidad City Council received the results of an electric rate study from NMPP Energy Consulting, the same company that conducted the city’s natural gas rate study.
Today’s Quote “Friendship picks you up when the world lets you down.” ~ Snoopy THIS WEEK TRINIDAD TROLLEY Departs the Colorado Welcome Center at 309 Nevada Ave. Hours are 10 a.m.
DEAR ABBY: I’m a woman who, a little while ago, got a girlfriend, “Darlene.” After meeting her, I thought that was what love felt like. But my old (bisexual) friend “Michelle” has me feeling differently. I have known her since kindergarten, but recently I feel my heart racing and butterflies in my stomach just thinking about her. When Michelle does my nails and holds my hand to steady them, my knees feel weak. I do not feel this way with Darlene, although I still care deeply about her. I don’t want to hurt her feelings by breaking up with her, but I think that if I were single, Michelle might consider going out with me. Darlene’s feelings are extremely sensitive, and I want to keep her as a friend. But just being around Michelle has me feeling happier than ever. Abby, this is driving me insane. Do I risk hurting someone’s feelings, or should I stay with Darlene and miss out on being with someone I am in love with? Am I a bad girlfriend just by thinking of this? -- LOVESTRUCK IN ALASKA
The 2022 Las Animas County Fair brought the community together last week, with a schedule full of animal, art, garden and fashion shows; exhibits and community events — despite a week that saw multiple days of wet weather.