A Raton campground has been recognized for having “exceptional” quality standards and “world-class” customer service. Raton Kampgrounds of America Journey received the KOA Founder’s Award and the KOA President’s Award during an annual convention in Orlando, Florida, Nov.
The Rad Dirt Fest, now entering its third year being held on the dusty county roads of Las Animas County, has been selected as this year’s wildcard event for Life Time’s Grand Prix. The Grand Prix is a seven-event national race series with events held in Monterey, California; Emporia, Kansas; Beaver, Utah; Leadville, Colorado; Cable Wisconsin; Bentonville, Arkansas and now, Las Animas County.
DEAR ABBY: I have a friend I’ll call Rose who likes to brag about how cheap she is. Sometimes when we’re talking, she will interrupt me and ask, “How do you like my pants? I got them for a dollar at a yard sale.” Or she’ll say, “I got them for free.”
Gas prices won’t be as volatile in 2023 as they were in 2022, but motorists can likely expect high gas prices this year, according to an analysis by GasBuddy. GasBuddy released its 2023 forecast and projected that gas prices would average $3.49 a gallon.
Business leaders value Colorado’s diverse and growing economy but are concerned about “an increasingly complex and cumbersome state legislative and regulatory landscape,” according to research by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce.
Colorado businesses will be reimbursed for up to 20% of monthly operating expenses for manufacturing modular and kit homes under a new $40 million state program. The Innovative Housing Incentive Program was established under House Bill 22-1282, which was passed during the last legislative session with bipartisan support.
Veterans of Trinidad and Las Animas County will have another opportunity to learn about the Presumptive Illness Benefits Act, passed by Congress last year. AmeriCorps Veterans Resource Coordinator Earl Schmidt, Las Animas County Veteran Service Officer Ray E.
Colorado roadways see heavy volume every season throughout the year, which only underscores the importance of sharing the road and following simple rules. Yet, based on data from the Colorado State Patrol (2019 – August 2022), aggressive driving is the top reason drivers commit lane violations — with the only exception being inexperience behind the wheel.
New Mexico congressional representatives secured over $273 million in directed congressional spending as part of the 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Agreement. The funding heading to the Land of Enchantment will be used for 146 projects, including funding for projects in the Village of Maxwell, Village of Cimarron, Springer and Las Vegas.
Noah’s Ark Animal Welfare Association’s shelter has failed five inspections over the last twelve months, and remains out of compliance with state regulations, according to a December 2022 inspection report obtained by The Chronicle-News.