Otero College is proud to spotlight alumna Jennifer Pollmiller, a shining example of how determination, connection, and a strong foundation can lead to profound impact. A graduate of the Class of 2012, Jennifer’s journey from college rodeo to community healthcare outreach is a testament to the life-changing power of starting at Otero.
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On Aug. 24, a semi-truck carrying lithium batteries was involved in a rollover on Highway 10 in Otero County, which caused an 11-hour closure, following firefighting and clean-up efforts, according to authorities.
A La Junta woman, Ryanna Rangel, 32, is currently in custody, following an incident where she allegedly stabbed a man she was in an “intimate relationship” with four times, twice in the neck, leading to a subsequent attempted murder charge, and her being held under a $500,000 bond.
A La Junta man wanted in connection with an attempted homicide was taken into custody Thursday evening after a tense four-hour standoff in Colorado Springs.
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Colorado could see as many as three new immigrant detention centers open before the end of the year, potentially tripling the state’s detention capacity, according to internal U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement planning documents, but La Junta will not be one them, at least for now.
The Arkansas Valley came alive last week as the 148th Arkansas Valley Fair unfolded in Rocky Ford, filling the fairgrounds with the sights, sounds, and flavors of one of Colorado’s longest-running community traditions. From livestock shows and rodeo to parades, concerts, and the ever-popular carnival, the fair offered something for everyone.
The Arkansas Valley Fair added another chapter to its long history Wednesday morning as community members gathered to celebrate one of its most cherished traditions: the crowning of the Silver King and Silver Queen. This year’s honors went to John Tafoya of Rocky Ford, representing Crowley County Nursing Center, and Vera “Elvera” Martinez of Las Animas, representing Bent County Healthcare Center.
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