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September 4, 2026

Ranchers, farmers ripe for skin cancer

Brayden HealeyVanguard Skin Specialists Southeast Colorado is home to a robust agricultural community. This time of year, farmers and ranchers are spending extended time outside to meet the demands of the…

Lifestyle

June 11, 2026

Drought and getting cattle out…

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News

September 8, 2026

Highway 194 ‘Labor Day Fire’ near Las Animas fully contained, after claiming 50 acres

A vegetation fire broke out in the 7000 block of Highway 194 just outside Las Animas on Labor Day evening, Monday, Sep. 7, growing to an estimated 50-60 acres and reaching around 50% containment, according to fire officials.

Entertainment

August 4, 2026

Heller cartoon: Tug of war

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Athlete of the Week contest

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Sports

September 4, 2026

Bella Martinez makes Athlete of the week

Athlete of the week for the cross country team is Bella Martinez.

Opinion

September 4, 2026

Ranchers, farmers ripe for skin cancer

Brayden HealeyVanguard Skin Specialists Southeast Colorado is home to a robust agricultural community. This time of year, farmers and ranchers are spending extended time outside to meet the demands of the harvest. Sadly, our neighbors who…

Lifestyle

June 11, 2026

Drought and getting cattle out…

Short Grass Philosopher

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