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La Junta’s Barn Owl Precision Agriculture named finalist in ‘Coolest Thing Made in Colorado’ contest
A homegrown agricultural innovation from the Arkansas Valley is in the running for one of the state’s most coveted titles: “The Coolest Thing Made in Colorado.”

Will Trump’s EPA be able to claw back $156 million for solar program?
Allen BestBig Pivots Renewable developer says Trump’s energy policies will impair badly needed economic development in rural communities Taylor Henderson has worked across Colorado in… Login to continue reading Login…

Bank calls 25th annual Back to School Support Drive a ‘success’
First National Bank The school support drive recently held by The First National Bank in Trinidad was, once again, an overwhelming success. The 25th annual… Login to continue reading Login…

County fair exhibitors seeking support ahead of Saturday’s Showcase Sale
Trevor VigilCommunications InternSan Isabel Electric Association The Las Animas County Fair kicked off this week, and the Showcase Sale is fast approaching. If you are looking for a way to…

Did you know? New state air quality rule targets gas-powered lawn equipment
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…

Chacon Insurance sold to Inszone
Staff reportThe Chronicle-News Longtime Trinidad insurance agency, Chacon Insurance, has been sold to Inszone Insurance Services. Established in 1957 by Carlos Chacon, the agency has… Login to continue reading Login…

Holy Trinity Convent project gets big boost from Proposition 123 funds for affordable rental units
Staff reportThe Chronicle-News The Holy Trinity Apartments project, which hopes to turn the historic Holy Trinity Convent and School in downtown Trinidad into affordable living… Login to continue reading Login…
Power of partnership:How economic development, downtown associations drive community growth
SCEDD In cities and towns across the country, vibrant downtowns are more than just picturesque main streets — they’re economic engines, cultural hubs, and community… Login to continue reading Login…

LAC official sounds alarm over ‘all-out assault’ on agriculture
A new ballot initiative for wildlife conservation and a potential appointment to the State Land Board were the central points of confirmation of what one Las Animas County commissioner called an “all-out assault” on agriculture during the board’s regular meeting back on May 20 at the county courthouse.