Sopris Memorial dedication held at Trinidad Lake
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FRPR District treasurer provides Las Animas County rail update, including full member support for train stop in Trinidad, more
Luis Lopez II, treasurer for Front Range Passenger Rail District and former Las Animas County commissioner, took to the Court House Tuesday, June 17, to give his former contemporaries an update on the FRPR, which included future plans, district thought processes and support for a trains stop in Trinidad and the possibility of a tax initiative ballot measure to support rail funding, which he predicted could be in five years.
Welcome Home: Korean War veteran returns to Trinidad for funeral 74 years after being reported missing
On June 20, Sgt. Orace Joseph Mestas’s had his funeral in his hometown of Trinidad after he was initially reported missing during the Korean War 74 ago, before officials determined he was killed in action.
Las Animas County DHS director warns of potential negative consequences of Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ on rural communities, particularly LAC
Last Tuesday, June 17, the Las Animas County Department of Human Services discussed the potential impacts of the U.S Presedent’s “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act” when the LAC DHS director took to the county Court House, explaining how rural communities, such as LAC, would be among the most impacted, with potentially “significant” consequences.
Trinidad police discover homemade explosive device in ‘Hello Kitty’ backpack following investigation of motorcycle theft: two arrested
On Sunday, June 15, Trinidad Police officers, following an investigation of a motor vehicle theft, discovered a suspected homemade improvised explosive device in a “Hello Kitty” backpack, leading to the apprehension of two, according to court documents.
Las Animas and Huerfano County health director highlights efforts to combat opioid crisis, as both areas among hardest hit in state
T’Naus Nieto The Chronicle-News ‘Las Animas County holds the highest overdose death rates in the state, with 61.7 over 100,000 residents, and Huerfano County is… Login to continue reading Login…
Forged in fire: Athlete of the Year Kaylah Crosson, her journey of perseverance
A car crash back on June 4, 2021, sent Kaylah Crosson “KC” and her older sister on flight-for-life to Colorado Springs. The ultra-competitive preteen heading into her freshmen year, with a bright volleyball and basketball future, was suddenly faced with the possibility of losing her ability to do what she loved most — proving she was the absolute best on the court.
Will to win: Athlete of the Year Isaiah Moreno on his goal for his hometown — bringing THS a state championship
Boasting three touchdowns on 16 passes, throwing for 168 yards and rushing for 61, Isaiah Moreno, the Trinidad Miner’s starting quarterback, willed his team a victory with not just skill and talent, but a burning desire to win and change the culture of the programs he drives.
LAC emergency manager commends Apogaea board of directors for decision to shut down festival amid fentanyl spiking risk
Joe Richards, Las Animas County’s emergency manager, was chopping wood on the night of Friday, June 6, when he received a call from Apogaea’s board of directors, seeking his advice on how to proceed after multiple drinks tested positive for fentanyl.
Las Animas County resident makes strong push to officials for safer road, citing recent fatality
A Las Animas County resident took to the Courthouse on Tuesday, June 10, to advocate for making CR 75.0 safer, particularly for the residents who live near it, citing a recent death due to the hazardous conditions.