BCHCC Rehab Center to move this month

The Rehabilitation Center located within the Bent County HealthCare Center will be moving its services this month - February.

Will 2012 yield a new Farm Bill?

Despite the impediment of election year politics, many farm leaders aren’t ready to concede defeat when it comes to keeping to a regular timetable for replacing the current Farm Bill, which expires at the end of September.

Gov. Hickenlooper, The Denver Post and Viaero Wireless steer two-wheelers east to ‘Pedal The Plains’

Gov. John Hickenlooper, in partnership with The Denver Post and Viaero Wireless, have announced more detail for a recreational Eastern Plains bicycle tour called “Pedal The Plains” to take place this fall.

Eric P. Bloom: Hire people who love their work

Sometimes you experience something unexpected that changes your perspective on the workplace. This happened to me recently while going through security at Logan Airport on my way to New Jersey on Jet Blue.

Gary Darling: My first venture into the tablet world with Amazon’s Kindle Fire

Enter the Kindle Fire. At $199, it fit right into the budget I was comfortable with in terms of want and need. Plus, it left some money on said budget for a case and screen protection.

Making Cents: Not assessing your financial risks is chancy

Being unprepared could cost you the chance to live your dream.

DOC asks for $15M, Fort Lyon still planned to close

The Department of Corrections asked for $15 million to house prisoners, but still plans to close Fort Lyon

Dave Ramsey: Insurance necessities

Weekly financial Q&A, with advice on insurance and land investments.

On Computers: Buying ‘refurb’ electronics: Save money but be wary

A friend of mine would marry a refurbished wife if he could find one. He’s that into the refurb movement.

Greg Zyla: 'COPO' Chevy memories

We've received lots of mail from readers on our recent column on Gary Keyes’ beautiful 427 Dana '68 SS/RS Camaro reproduction, and I thank all who have written. Most readers love the history of these "non-production" 427 Camaros, which were first introduced as a "dealer swap" in 1967 by Dana in Los Angeles and then followed by Yenko Chevrolet in Canonsburg, Pa. What followed is officially known today as a "COPO" 427, which translated means "Central Office Production Order." The COPO 427s had the full backing of GM's Chevrolet division, including a warranty.

First National Bank of Las Animas now operates in six communities

Effective Jan. 14, 2012, First National Bank of Las Animas has purchased the majority of the assets of First National Bank of Ordway and assumed all of the deposits,  resulting in six locations for the combined organization.  Chartered in 1901, the bank serves the lower Arkansas Valley with offices in Fowler, Rocky Ford, Ordway, La Junta and Las Animas with an additional location in Monument.

Silvio Calabi: Infiniti G37xS: On, you huskies!

Snow country is where I live, so it isn’t always good to see a sleek, low-slung, high-performance coupe hunkered in the driveway—at least when it’s under a thick blanket of the white stuff. But a peek at the shapely derriere of this machine reveals an extra letter in its nomenclature. It’s an Infiniti G37xS, and that little “x” makes all the difference. X as in X-country, meaning all-wheel drive. This is no hothouse orchid meant just for dry pavement and sunny skies.

Shoestring Living: One little chicken

Who hasn’t been on the way home from the umpteenth carpool drop off and a hard day’s work, only to realize that dinner hasn’t crossed their mind all day? In a pinch, both financially and when you’re short on time, there’s nothing better than a rotisserie chicken. Here are a few of my all-time favorite last minute recipes that all begin with one shredded little chicken.

Talking Cars: Crazy to buy a Saab

I am interested in buying a new car and my neighbor suggested I look into buying a Saab because of the great deals. I am aware that the resale value will be low, but I will keep the car for eight to 10 years. I read your column and value your opinion.

No-till and cover workshop Feb. 16 in Holyoke, Colo.

Learn more about not-till and cover crops at a free workshop sponsored by Yuma County Conservation District, Haxtun Conservation District and the Natural Resources Conservation Service.

Arkansas Valley Farm/Ranch/Water Symposium Feb. 2

Mark your calendar for the eighth annual Arkansas Valley Farm/Ranch/Water Symposium and Trade Show, scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, in Rocky Ford. This year’s symposium includes a variety of topics: agriculture energy audits, weather predictions, livestock and hay outlooks, media relations for farmers/ranchers, safe food processing practices and information about state water projects.

Eric P. Bloom: Value of diversity within your team

As a manager, an understanding of the true value of having diversity within your department can greatly enhance your team’s effectiveness. As a result, it can also greatly enhance your professional career. When I consider diversity, I like to think of it from a number of perspectives, each of which is equally important to the success, creativity, productivity, and overall effectiveness of the team. These diversity types include, but are not limited to, gender, ethnic background, religion, age, stage of life, personality type, education level, personal strengths and personal weaknesses.

Making Cents: Financial plans begin with setting goals

As the famous philosopher and Hall of Fame catcher Yogi Berra once said, "If you don't know where you are going, you might wind up someplace else." Unfortunately, this is how most people run their family finances, particularly if they don't focus on goal-setting.

Ag producers to benefit from new center

Colorado State University Extension and the university’s College of Engineering have established a new Center for Agricultural Energy (CAE) designed to help improve the financial positions of agricultural producers and rural Colorado communities while providing solutions to 21st century energy problems.

Deadline extended to Jan. 27 for Conservation Stewardship Program

USDA’s National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) recently announced  that the deadline for producer applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) has been extended to Jan. 27, 2012.


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