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Delta-Montrose Electric Association’s attempts to buy out its contract with Tri-State Generation and Transmission are focal points for the five candidates seeking election to the DMEA board of electors. Incumbent Brad Harding is running unopposed for the District 3 seat. Ken Watson, incumbent for the District 4 seat, is challenged by David White. South Region candidates are Kenneth Otto and Jock Fleming. The seat is currently held by Tony Prendergast, who is term-limited. DMEA’s annual meeting and vote for three open seats on its board of directors is June 20 at Hotchkiss High School. Ballots are being mailed this week and must be returned before polls close at 6 p.m. June 20. DMEA, which has long chafed at Tri-State’s contract provisions limiting the amount of power it can purchase from other sources, is asking the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to help determine a fair exit fee it can pay Tri-State to leave the contract early. The cooperative says Tri-State has refused to set an equitable exit fee. Tri-State has contended the PUC does not have authority over the matter and that DMEA does not have a given right to seek an exit fee, but the PUC has determined that it does have jurisdiction. “I believe that we here in

Montrose and Delta are sending too much money to TriState (Generation and Transmission Association),” said Fleming. Fleming has practiced law locally for more than 30 years and is a past member of the Colorado Utility Consumers Board, which put him in front of the PUC a number of times over a 10-year period. “Having done that, I now understand the process of going through a PUC proceeding. I understand, after 10 years on the (utility consumers) board, how utilities work, how utilities operate,” Fleming said. “That is different than knowing how you get power. I know how to run the company that is delivering that power. I know how the company works. I know how the PUC operates and how to navigate through a PUC proceeding.” Fleming also expressed support for DMEA’s subsidiary internet company, Elevate Fiber. He said broadband is critical to rural areas’ ability to participate in the modern economy. “Without high-speed broadband, rural areas really aren’t part of the internet economy. Rural areas really get left behind without broadband. What DMEA is now doing with Elevate I think is very important. I think it needs to be done in a fiscally responsible manner, but it definitely needs to be done,” Fleming said.

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Progress was made at the May 22 meeting of the Delta County Planning Commission on the specific development application of Jared Graff Enterprises, LLC for Best Rock, Sand & Gravel Pit 1. Ben Langenfeld, P.E., of Greg Lewicki and Associates, shared information from discussions with neighbors who live along G Road, with the City of Delta, and further feedback from Delta County officials. Regarding City of Delta’s sewer line and Confluence Lake, which lies just east of the proposed gravel pit: 1) Prior to mining below the water table within 1,000 feet of Confluence Lake, the operator will provide the City of Delta with a hydrological analysis of the area groundwater regime with respect to potential impacts due to dewatering with the pit. This analysis will be conducted by a third-party engineer. 2) No mining will occur within 100 feet of the City of Delta sewer line. Mining along the sewer line path will be to a slope of 4H:IV, or shallower. Upon completion of mining this slope, riprap armoring

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will be installed as shown on Map C-4 Slope Armoring. 3) Prior to any excavation within 500 feet of the City of Delta sewer line, the sewer line and associated setbacks will be marked in the field. 4) Jared Graff Enterprises will institute a three-strike system for all haul trucks leaving the site. For first complaint of excessive speed or dangerous driving, a warning will be given. A second infraction will lead to the driver being suspended from driving onto the site for two years. A third infraction will lead to a lifetime ban for the driver. The operator will provide a report of all complaints received. Graff visited personally with his neighbors after the April 24 meeting of the planning commission. Only four neighbors spoke at the May 22 meeting. All were in support of the gravel pit while expressing considerable concern about traffic. Andy Crawford said the traffic will be “horrendous” and the current road system cannot accommodate the expected amount of truck traffic over the next 30 to 50 years. He said the City of Delta needs to limit traffic headed west. Martha Mira said the cur-

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Haylee Van Zomeran leads a parade of ﬁfth graders through the halls of Garnet Mesa Elementary School, as younger students wish them well on their transition to Delta Middle School. The ﬁfth graders exited the building to an outdoor continuation ceremony. All this took place during the last day of school on Friday, May 24.

Matt Soper looks back on a successful legislative session BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Although Republicans are in the minority in the Colorado House of Representatives, Matt Soper, House District 54,

Negotiations continue with Best Rock Sand and Gravel BY ANNETTE BRAND

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rent traffic onto Graff Road is terrible and the road is too narrow for the increase in traffic. She said the city and the state need to address traffic at Highway 348 and Confluence Drive. Virgie Ramos expressed concern with the road and how close it is to their house. “The entry to the road is horrible,” she said. Luis Ramos agreed, noting that the dust and mud created by the traffic is “really a mess.” Luke Fedler, Delta chief of police, was present representing Delta. He is also a nearby resident. Fedler agreed that the neighbors’ concerns are valid, stating that 19 cars were backed up at the intersection recently. He called for a traffic study. Planning commission members discussed the neighbors’ concerns and other matters that will be dealt with at their meeting in June — hours of operation, the condition of Graff Road, whether a stoplight is needed at Hwy. 348 and Confluence Drive, screening between Graff Road and the houses on the road, screening between the pit and Confluence Park, and traffic study.

believes he and his colleagues demonstrated effective leadership during the first regular session of the 72nd General Assembly. “Even though the 2019 legislative session was crushing, as a minority, the Republicans were not crushed,” he said in an interview last week. He referred to numerous committee hearings that ran until midnight, and even a few that didn’t end until 4 or 5 a.m. “It’s lucky that I’m naturally a late night person,” he said. “When people were starting to nod off, I had my second boost of energy.” Soper has left the gold dome and returned to his home on Hartig Drive. Questions about that residence generated a great deal of controversy in the days following the November election, but Soper said those concerns have been laid to rest. He’s planning some remodeling projects on the historic home and finalizing plans for his marriage to Sarah Wang on Oct. 19. He will also hold town halls in Delta, Palisade and Fruita, the three largest communities in his district. The Delta town hall is set for Saturday, June 1, 1 to 3 p.m. at Needle Rock Brewing Company. On June 29, he will participate in a national popular vote debate sponsored by the Libertarian Party of Delta County. The time and location of that event are to be announced. In his first year in office, Soper was named to the Judiciary and the Health and Insurance Committees, two of the biggest commitees with some “hot ticket” bills.

Of the many bills passed during the 2019 legislative session, Soper said one that will immediately impact the citizens of Delta County is legislation that caps out-ofnetwork charges for medical care. Three bills have the potential to increase revenue for Delta County Joint School District #50 and Technical College of the Rockies. The funding of all-day kindergarten, which is already offered in Delta County, will free up funds for other needs. In speaking with Caryn Gibson, superintendent of schools, Soper said he encouraged 50J to move those funds to teacher pay. Expansion of the BEST (Building Excellent Schools Today) opens the door for grant funding of metal shops, wood shops and auto mechanics classrooms. The third bill allows the state’s three vocational colleges, including Technical College of the Rockies, to apply for capital funds from the state. Soper said he sponsored 13 bills, 10 of which made their way to the governor’s desk. That’s an impressive record for a first lawmaker by any account. HB 1087 allows local governments to post meeting notices online. HB 1030 makes it a crime for a person in a position of trust to send sexually explicit text messages. After a great deal of political maneuvering, the bill passed with just one no vote was signed into law by Governor Jared Polis last week. HB 1265 prohibits the SOPER TO A8

Watch for flooding on trails

Coffee with the Chief

On May 22, City of Delta parks supervisor Tony Bohling posted the following on Facebook: “Starting today (5/22) the Bureau of Reclamation will begin ramping up the flow of the Gunnison River from the Aspinall Unit dams until a target flow of 14,350 cfs is reached. That will be the same amount of water that caused flooding in Confluence Park in 2017. This flow will be held at that level for 10 days which means the heaviest flooding will take place between June 1 and approximately June 12. Because of the high flow, please consider not using the trails in Confluence Park during this time. We don’t have the ability to close off all access because of the size of the area, but warning signs will be set up. The swinging bridge will be raised and fenced off starting this Friday. I expect that we will see the same amount of damage that we saw in 2017 ... we will do our best to complete any needed repairs by early fall. Water will be on approximately 2,000 feet of Confluence Trail ... please use caution.”

Chief Luke Fedler and the Delta Police Department invite the community to the second quarter Coffee with the Chief on Thursday, May 30, from 7 to 9 a.m. at Bill Heddles Recreation Center. An introduction to the K-9 program will be featured, including a meet-and-greet with K9 Raico and Officer William Hammon. Detective Clint Swope will have a drug awareness presentation, and the chief will discuss current criminal trends seen by Delta PD in our community. There will be time for a Q&A session and to visit with attending police department staff. Coffee and pastries will be provided by the Delta Police Department.

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By Dennis Anderson From June 6-9, Delta is hosting the Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall. This 80-percent replica of the Vietnam Wall is 360 feet long and includes every name found on the permanent wall in Washington, D.C. It will be displayed in Confluence Park and will be free to the public 24 hours a day while it’s here. My father, Jerry Anderson, served 21 years in the Army. He served a tour in Vietnam from February 1968 to February 1969. When he returned, typical of those who have served during combat, he didn’t share much about his time there. Quips like, “I didn’t leave anything over there, so there’s nothing to talk about,” were about all we could get out of him. In 2009 the Vietnam Moving Wall came to Montrose. I was then an advertising representative for the Montrose Press. We opened up the opportunity for local Vietnam vets to send in their stories and photos. I was very excited thinking this would be my opportunity to finally hear my dad’s story. I asked dad if he would be open to having one of our reporters come speak with him and having his story published. Well, that could not have gone any worse. He wanted nothing to do with it. Dad could sense my disappointment and called the next day to ask if I would come see him that evening. I was still not over what I believed would be a lost opportunity.

When I arrived, he asked me to pick up a book on his dining room table. It was a yearbook of sorts from his time in Vietnam. “Find the names circled toward the back,” he called out. The two names he circled were Albert Dahl and Michael Juneau. “Those two boys did everything together,” he said. “They were good kids. Kept their noses clean and were good soldiers. I think they stayed glued at the hip because they looked out for each other.” Dad was a 28-year-old staff sergeant in his 10th year of service. He would retire in 1978 as a first sergeant. My dad’s unit, the 125th Signal Battalion, was stationed at the top of Nui Ba Den, the Black Virgin Mountain. They were attached to the 25th Infantry Division. Among other units represented on the mountain were the Fifth special forces group. It was a key communications site that the North Vietnamese wanted to control. Each night there was a battle at the top of the mountain. Mostly there were fire fights but imagine having to be on edge every night. On May 13, 1968, the North Vietnamese launched an aggressive attack on some 140 American soldiers that night. The attack began at 9:45 p.m. As the attack happened, some men fought back while others who were already bedded down for the night began to panic and run down the mountain hiding behind

nearby rocks. This was after the enemy had attacked with mortar and RPG fire, then proceeded to attack the bunkers with satchel charges and hand grenades. “I don’t judge those guys. We were under intense fire and most of them were still in their shorts. They did what they had to do to survive,” my dad said. Poor visibility, disorientation, downed communications and the fact the Vietnamese were setting booby traps on the bodies of the soldiers killed from both sides made the situation dire for the Americans. Finally, the situation was communicated to support. A couple hours after the attack started, mini-gunships and troop reinforcements arrived for the Americans. Who would keep control of the valuable real estate. The final toll on Americans that night was 24 killed, 35 wounded including my dad and two missing in action. That morning on a trail from the bunkers — where the men lived — to the helipad — where the attack began — my dad and others found the bodies of Juneau and Dahl. They were killed in the battle and found where the thickest fighting had taken place. The conditions of the two men’s bodies as he described them to me was very graphic. Maybe my dad didn’t leave anything in Vietnam, but he did carry these two men for over 40 years. Dad passed away on April 30, 2013. Albert Eugene Dahl, Aurora, Illinois, is honored on panel 59E, line 18. Michael Joseph Juneau, Hessmer, Louisiana, is honored on panel 59E, line 25.

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Dear Editor: This letter is to recommend Ken Watson (District 4) and Jock Fleming (District South Region) for the DMEA board of directors. I have visited with both of these candidates and believe they both have the experience and interest in keeping or lowering rates, maintaining DMEA’s reliability and continuing to expand the broadband in Delta and Montrose counties. Ken Watson currently serves on the DMEA board having been appointed to fill a vacant seat in 2018. He has been a Montrose resident since 1999 and is a graduate of Western State Colorado University. In this past year, Watson has gained an understanding of how the energy industry is changing. He believes DMEA can expand the renewable energy sources and lower the electrical rates. Jock Fleming is a 30-year Montrose resident, business owner, and community leader. He has served 12 years on the Montrose County School Board and has served two years on the Montrose Planning Commission. Fleming believes DMEA can reduce rates and increase local jobs if DMEA were to get out of the contract with TriState. DMEA is recognized as one of the most progressive and innovative

Vote David White for DMEA Dear Editor: As we are all aware, the DMEA board of directors election is imminent and choices must be made to select candidates who will best represent the interests of both the citizens and the cooperative. After reading the DMEA “Board of Directors Policy” and letters/information from prospective applicants, it is apparent that David White is the ideal person to help lead DMEA in the critical times ahead. From his college days through his many years in the private and public sectors, David has displayed a desire to develop leadership qualities and excel in every endeavor. His extensive experience includes business in the transportation/marketing industry, positions in Colorado Springs and Montrose city/county government, and participation in local service organizations. (For details, see https://www. dmea.com/2019-dmeaboard-candidates) However, above and beyond all of his practical

address on L75 Road, Paonia, for a report of a juvenile male leaving home after a fight with his father. The juvenile was located and returned to his father’s custody. The theft of a vehicle was reported from an address on Oak Creek Road, Eckert. Deputies assisted the Paonia Police Department with an incident involving one dog attacking another dog on Thompson Road. Deputies responded to Delta County Memorial Hospital where a 3-year-old girl was being treated for a dog bite from the family dog. At about 5:40 p.m., sheriff’s deputies and a deputy marshal from Hotchkiss responded to mile marker 25, Highway 92, for a reported vehicle on fire. Ronald Fitzgerrel Sr. of Delta was taken into custody for driving under restraint following a traffic stop at Main and 11th Street in Delta. A summons was issued for numerous other traffic offenses. Deputies responded to a residence on Dry Creek Circle near Delta on a report of a person beating on windows and removing a window screen. May 24: Deputies contacted two individuals in the 20000 block of Jarvis Road in Orchard

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DMEA candidates FROM PAGE A1 Olathe School Board for 12 years, spending three of them as president, and on the City of Montrose Planning Commission. Board candidate Kenneth Otto said DeltaMontrose Electric Association must make careful decisions concerning its contract with its power wholesaler and, in its bid for more power from other sources, must ensure the reliability of the supply. “I really have an intention in keeping DMEA the excellent company it’s always been,” he said. “I think I have a very strong background in the utility business and, along with our already excellent board ... I think technical background is something that could be very helpful.” He believes it may be too early in the game to exit Tri-State. He noted the generation company has a new CEO, and has

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been showing it is taking strides to listen to its members. “I believe they need to make changes. Time will tell. Once all the facts are in, I will have a more informed decision to be made,” Otto said. He said he would only vote in favor of a new energy supplier if he is sure it would benefit DMEA members long-term. Otto retired from the Western Area Power Administration after spending 34 of his 37 years in the power business there. He was an electrical engineer, who also managed WAPA’s energy scheduling and trading desks, which scheduled hydropower delivery to nonprofit customers and bought and sold energy on the open market to supplement customer’s needs. “I think my technical background can help with that guidance for the staff and management at DMEA,” he said. In addition to keeping up with the Tri-State matter, Otto has been attending DMEA board meetings and has met with the co-op’s CEO. He said he is impressed with the organization’s professionalism and wants to add his decades of experience to it. “I hope to ensure that our electric cooperative continues to serve our energy needs economically and reliably,” Otto said. Board candidate Ken Watson said a more favorable power supply contract would help DMEA stabilize rates. For that reason, he supports efforts to leave Tri-State. Watson, who was last year appointed to fill a vacancy on the DMEA board, is now seeking election to the District 4 seat. He faces David White in the June 20 election. “Serving on the DMEA board has been one of the most important things I’ve done in my career. Nationally, electricity rates continue to fall, while DMEA is paying more than our neighbors,” said Watson, who formerly managed the airport’s fixed-base operator. He previously managed finances at Scott Fly Rods and Gordon Composites. DMEA is well-run, Watson said, but rates remain the biggest issue. “We want to pay our fair share. I think it’s one way (to build economic stability). Continuing to pay more than our neighbors just doesn’t make sense,” he said, adding that Tri-State has signaled another rate hike could be coming. Watson is DMEA’s

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delegate to the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, sits as the vice-chairman for DMEA’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Elevate Fiber, and on the co-op’s finance audit and rates committee. He is certified for the NRECA Credentialed Cooperative Director program. “I’ve been able to build a solid understanding of how the energy economy is changing,” Watson said. “All of that is enabled by our Elevate Fiber project, which would give us the ability to leverage technology,” he said. Elevate goes beyond high-speed broadband. The network creates more potential for using a “smart grid” system that can save energy and lower consumption. “That’s another way, along with trying to develop a new power purchase contract, that we can stabilize our energy rates,” Watson said. Board candidate David White said DMEA members deserve both choice and transparency. “First and foremost” is keeping the co-op healthy and working to keep electric rates down, said White, a former Montrose County commissioner and former Montrose City councilor. The local co-op is generally sound and meeting member expectations, White said, but he sees a need for more transparency, which could help keep costs down. As for the contract with Tri-State, White said he’s heard pros and cons, but mostly what’s out there is DMEA’s side of the issue. He understands the arguments over what the co-op pays Tri-State, but said that because of the litigation, and the quasi-private nature of the business, not enough information is public. “I think there needs to be some more transparency. People want to know, is there more to this than meets the eye?” White said. The contract with TriState caps at 5 percent the amount of power DMEA can obtain from sources other than TriState, or “self-generation.” White said he’s “all for” being able to produce more electricity from a variety of sources. He said there is room for cost savings at DMEA’s wholly-owned subsidiary,

Hearing officer named BY ANNETTE BRAND Staff Writer

On May 21 John Storb III was named the hearing officer for the Board of Equalization’s meeting. Each year the commissioners sit as the Board of Equalization for contested valuations set by the county assessor in the assessor’s appraisals of value of land and property for property tax purposes. Hearings are expected to start in late July or early August.

Elevate Fiber, too. The fiber-to-home venture is being built out as preregistration targets in designated serve areas are met. White said Elevate has been expensive to implement and sign-ups not as successful as hoped. “We must keep on top of the costs associated with Elevate, such as borrowing money to cover deficiencies,” White said. A fifth generation Paonia resident, Brad Harding is unopposed in his quest for re-election to the DMEA board. He is the chairman of the Finance, Audit and Rate Committee and the secretary of the Executive Committee. In addition to having a vision for the future, Harding brings valuable financial skills to DMEA with 20 years of investment/ banking experience, helping ensure the cooperative is well-positioned to meet the energy needs of its members in an increasingly dynamic environment. Harding is the president of First Colorado National Bank and serves on the board of Delta County Economic Development. In 2014, he helped organize and moderate a presentation to DMEA leadership. At this game-changing meeting, community leaders unanimously testified to the need for high-speed internet. Historic votes by the DMEA board followed, and now fiber-tothe-home is becoming a reality through Elevate. “In addition to work on broadband, I serve on the board of Solar Energy International and on an economic development committee that is exploring alternative ways to generate electricity,” he said. “Right now, DMEA spends approximately $42 million a year to buy power from outside our region. We want to see DMEA self-source

as much energy as possible by building large and small water powered electric generation, convert the methane seeping out of our operating and closed coal mines into electricity, and construct roof top and utility-scaled solar arrays. I believe in ‘shop at home’ for as many products as possible, including electricity. “By the way, it is possible for Delta and Montrose counties to wake up in the

decade ahead and have both world-class broadband and a micro-grid of locally-sourced electricity to add to our beautiful quality of life. “But these goals need life and feet under them, and this is where I think I can help. I really believe I can continue to bring some much needed vision, energy, optimism, encouragement and a cooperative spirit to DMEA’s leadership.”

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Birthday Bash Celebrate our One Year Anniversary!! • June 15, 5-8 p.m., Champagne, Appetizers, Cake, 5x7 Canvas Silent Auction

Concerts • Sally Barris & Rebecca Folsom — June 2, 7 p.m. • Claude Bourbon — June 12, 7 p.m. Tickets at www.starrsguitars.com or call 970-856-2331

Gallery • Virginia Blackstock — Watercolors, “The Music of My Life,” 64th Solo Show, Thru July 10

Classes & Presentations • Voices of the Western Slope - Water 104, Reservoir Water, Tuesday, June 4, 6 p.m. • Summer Theatre Camp, Ages 8-13, June 17-27, Mon.-Thurs., 1-4 p.m. • Public Performance June 28, 6 p.m., “Spring: Nature Explains”

Movement Classes • Qi-Gong with Wayne McKinzie, Mondays, 11 a.m.-Noon • Dance Fit with Linda Dysart, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9-10 a.m. • Iyengar Yoga with Julie Locke, CYT, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9-10:15 a.m. • Nia Dance with Lorna Beard, Nia Blue-Belt Teacher, Saturdays June 1, 8 & 29, 9-10 a.m. ��

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Austin Palm and Shelby Hines of Delta are the parents of a son, Jaxon William Lance Palm, born May 20, 2019, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds, 14.6 ounces and was 20.75 inches in length.

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Betty Suppes turns 90 Betty Suppes will celebrate her 90th birthday Sunday, June 2, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Legion Hall in Olathe. Please help her celebrate; cookies and cupcakes will be served. No gifts, please.

Barbara and Dick Klopshinske will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 3. Their daughter and sonin-law, Debra and Leroy Paiz will host an open house Sunday, June 2, from 3 to 5 p.m. at 853 A Street, Delta. The couple welcomes friends and family members to stop by. Cards are most welcome. Barbara and Dick eloped when she was 16 and he was 18. They traveled from Wayne, Mich., to Sparta, N.C., before they found a place they could be married at that young age. After their marriage on June 3, 1959, they both finished high school and went on to pursue their careers — Barbara in bookkeeping and Dick as a millwright.

In 1976 they moved to Paonia, where they owned the North Fork Trailer Park for 13 years. After a summer in Alas-

ka, they moved to Delta in 1989. Square dancing was one of their shared interests for 16 years.

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Staci Moralez and Justin Ritter of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Amara Shannon Moralez-Ritter, born May 16, 2019, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 1.2 ounces and was 18.5 inches in length. Sandra Alvarez-Lewis of Montrose is the parent of a daughter, Aspen Reign Lewis, born May 17, 2019, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 8.8 ounces and was 19 inches in length.

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sert. Monday, June 10 — Homemade deluxe pepperoni and beef pizza, tomato, onion and cucumber salad, summer squash and berry blend crisp. Tuesday, June 11 — Hamloaf, baked potato, spinach mandarin salad, mixed vegetables, onion roll and sliced pears. Wednesday, June 12 — Oven-roasted chicken, parsley buttered potatoes, Harvard beets, green beans, biscuit and fruit cocktail. Thursday, June 13 — Roast turkey with cranberry sauce, ovenbrowned potatoes, tossed salad, California blend vegetables, wheat roll and banana cake. Friday, June 14 — Potato-crusted cod, fish house coleslaw, oven browned potatoes, Italian stewed tomatoes, whole wheat roll and watermelon. Monday, June 17 — Swedish meatballs over egg noodles, tossed salad, broccoli, roll and sliced pears. Tuesday, June 18 — Barbecue chicken on a whole wheat bun, macaroni and cheese, crunchy garden coleslaw, macaroni and cheese, confetti

peas and fruited gelatin. Wednesday, June 19 — Beef stew with cornbread, cucumber and red grape salad, quarter orange and PBOK cookie. Thursday, June 20 — Salisbury steak, broccoli, tossed salad, roll, bananas and mandarin oranges. Friday, June 21 — Liver and onions or homemade beef patty, baked potato, mandarin spinach salad, beets and fresh grapes. Monday, June 24 — Italian chicken breast, fettuccine alfredo, tossed salad, Italian vegetable blend, French bread and Italian ice. Tuesday, June 25 — Homemade deluxe pepperoni and beef pizza, tomato cucumber salad, apple and berry blend crisp. Wednesday, June 26 — Beef and rice burrito smothered with green sauce, lettuce, tomato and cheese, refried beans and churro. Thursday, June 27 — Deluxe tuna salad plate, breadstick and cantaloupe. Friday, June 28 — Cheeseburger on whole wheat bun, potato salad, baked beans, orange wedge and ice cream.

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Reading can enhance and transform lives. It offers people pathways to achieve personal goals, opportunities to get lost in stories, avenues to gain knowledge, and ways to engage the mind through the passing of time. Just as learning to read is an important milestone in the lives of young children, having access to books is an important component of a healthy and happy lifestyle for many seniors. Staff members at Delta County Libraries take special consideration to reach patrons of all ages and abilities with library services. “We realize that not all of our patrons can physically get to the library,” says Bonnie Bishop, senior librarian in Delta. “So we bring the library to them.” Every other week, Bishop loads her car with boxes and crates full of books and audiobooks and sets up temporary libraries at Heaven’s View Apartments and Crossroads Senior Living in Delta. “I love this part of my job,” Bishop says as she unloads the books and spreads them across the table for residents to browse and check out. “Many of the people I see during these visits used to come into the library. It is so rewarding to be able to continue serving

them here.” The residents at both locations reflect Bishop’s sentiment. “Bonnie is amazing,” says a resident of Heaven’s View. “Make sure you put that in your article!” Bishop knows her patrons by name, she knows their reading preferences, and she takes special requests for their desired items. “Bonnie really cares about the people she takes books to,” says Adriana Chavira, Delta Library manager. “And they are grateful for her and look forward to her visits.” While at Crossroads, Bishop reflects on a longtime patron who is over 100 years old. “I realize that someday I’m going to come and she won’t be here,” says Bishop,

tears in her eyes. “That’s a really hard day to think about. I value every single time I am able to put a book in her hand.” After spending all morning bringing joy to people by delivering a needed service with a personal touch, Bishop is ready to head back to Delta Library, where she will do more of the same. She packs up the boxes and crates and receives a fond farewell on her way out the door. “See you in two weeks!” she promises. Already, Bishop is thinking about what she will bring with her next time, giving people something special to look forward to during the last chapters of life. For more information about library services and programs, visit delta libraries.org.

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Heaven’s View Apartments resident Mona Fawver looks forward to bi-weekly visits with Delta Library staff member Bonnie Bishop. Bishop brings valued library services to residents at both Heaven’s View and Crossroads Senior Living. During Bishop’s May 7 visit, Fawver was excited to pick up a book she had been waiting for.

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15 graduate from Vision Charter Academy BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Filing down the aisle of the Delta Performing Arts Center, each graduate of the Vision Charter Academy wore an enormous smile. The 15 graduates had an overwhelming number of friends and family in the audience. After reaching their seats, Willyn Webb, executive director of Vision Charter Academy, began the graduates’ slideshow. The audience was not afraid to let its graduates know how supported they were, by clapping and cheering during each graduate’s shining moment on screen.

“This year, the theme of Vision Charter Academy, was ‘Onward and Upward.’ Nowhere does that apply more than tonight. These young ladies and gentlemen have prepared for the last 12 and 13 years of their lives; now is the chance where they are going to be going onward and upward,” Webb said. As is the tradition, each graduating student invited someone to speak on his or her behalf. Many of the representatives — whether teacher, friend or family — spoke of the individual struggles their graduate had to overcome to

to their seats and Webb stepped to the podium. Then, she called each student’s name so that they could step up and receive their diploma.

be part of the graduating class of 2019. All of the representatives were incredibly proud of all that their graduates had accomplished. A flower was given to each student by their speaker. The students then gave their flower to someone in the audience whom they wanted to honor and say thank you to for helping them get to this place. While the students walked down into the crowd, graduate Kalli Chapman, a National Honor Society member, scholarship recipient, and honors graduate, sang “I Will Always Love You” by Dolly Parton. Graduates returned

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Ham radio club hosts tailgate party The Montrose Amateur Radio Club will hold its annual tailgate party Saturday, June 1, at the Lions Pavilion, Confluence Park, Delta from 8 to 11 a.m. Talk-in frequency for licensed hams is 147.195+ 107.2. The tailgate party is an opportunity to buy, sell, and trade amateur radio equipment and socialize with area hams. Those interested in ham radio can learn more about the hobby and pick up some good equipment at bargain prices. According to Steve Schroder, the event coordinator, “This is a great opportunity for old and new hams to get together. Recently several new hams have gotten their first licenses and now need to

acquire some radio equipment at good prices. Older hams always have excess equipment that they no longer need available to fill this need. We will also have a fabulous, cutting edge door prize consisting of a new Alinco dual band hand held transceiver capable of both analog and digital mobile radio operation. Along with the transceiver comes a PI- ZEROMMDVM-PI-Star hotspot. The hot spot is set up and virtually ready to use.” There is no cost for admittance. Everyone is automatically entered for the door prize. Tables for sellers are available for $5 each. You must be present to win the door prize. For more information contact Steve Schroder at 970-201-5997.

Shavuot to be celebrated in Delta

Dai Mission Ministries, a Messianic Jewish ministerial alliance, is celebrating the Jewish festival of Shavuot on Saturday, June 8, from 6 to 10 p.m. at First Baptist Church at 1250 Pioneer Road in Delta. Admission is free, and the event is open to the public. Shavuot, also called the Feast of Weeks, is a festival occurring 50 days after Passover that commemorates the time when God dispensed the Torah — the body of Jewish religious law beginning with the Ten Commandments — to the fledgling nation of Israel assembled at Mount Sinai by Moses. Originally a harvest festival, it marks when the ancient Israelites gathered the wheat harvest after a successful growing season. For Christians, Shavuot is also the date of Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit first fell upon the followers of the Messiah, Jesus (known by His Hebrew name, Yeshua, to Messianic Jews), at an upper room at the Second Temple in Jerusalem circa 30-36 AD. Dai Mission Ministries hopes to assemble all the Messianic Jewish congregations and independent adherents in unity and brotherhood at this celebration. This conference will also serve as an introduction to Christians interested in their religion’s Jewish heritage to the beliefs and practices of Messianic Judaism.

The celebration will include dancing, music, and a special Shavuot sermon along with readings from the Book of Ruth. A cheese and dairy themed potluck supper is scheduled before the celebration. Though admission is free, donations are welcome.

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GMES’ Terriﬁc Kids

The following Garnet Mesa students earned a Terriﬁc Kid Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible citizen and student. Pictured above are kindergarten and ﬁrst grade students Elijah Browne, Lola Gray, Azeryah Sanchez, Daniel Sanchez, Silas Sanchez and Jasmine Ealey. Below left are second graders Micah Lackey, Elijah Fry, Jamie Burkdoll and Cash Kirkland. Below right are third graders Kevin Cardona, Brycen Montanez, Aiden Duty and Haley Williams.

The art of Delta High School upperclassmen was displayed at TADA! Your ART Space in Delta May 2-11. The students participated in a workshop, discussing the proper steps to submit artwork to an art show or

gallery. TADA! resident artists donated supplies, frames, mat board, wire and assisted students in producing an art piece suitable for entry. The show opened on Thursday, May 2, with a reception for artists, family and friends. Donations were made for three people’s choice

awards. TADA! is pleased to announce the winners: “Shattered” by Sarrah Weaver, first place; “I’m on a Different Level” by Kylelah Rundle, second place; and “Acid Dreams” by Xena Inskeep, third place. Congratulations to the recipients and to all the students who participated in this year’s show.

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DHS gains cyber security class BY TAYLOR REILLY Delta High School

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Check out the DCI Print Shop. Call Randy Crespin at 874-4421.

long class. At the end of the month Lopez will be attending a weeklong training in Colorado Springs. The class is an intensive pedagogy training in computer science, training her to be a teacher mentor for students who want to take computer science online next year. Her training is free seeing as she is a part of the computer science program, and tons of teachers in Colorado are doing the same. Earning a college credit from the class requires payment, but aside from that it’s free to take. Students all over Colorado are welcome to take the class.

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Amber Mattler, Megan Branson, Makayla Kortz were the recipients of Built Ford Tough $1,000 scholarships, presented by Bill Hellman of Hellman Motor Company. Amber is graduating from Hotchkiss High School and plans to study agricultural education at Colorado State University. Megan is a Cedaredge High School graduate with plans to attend University of Wyoming to study agribusiness. Makayla is graduating from Delta High School and will attend Texas Christian University in the fall to study ag business. Since 1998 Ford Motor Company and its dealers have awarded more than $11.8 million in scholarships to FFA members.

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Students of the Month Sameha Haque

Age: 17 Parents: Rokshana Haque and Najmul Haque

Favorite subject: English Favorite teacher: Mr. Ames

Most influential person in your life: My speech and debate coach, Mrs. Lopez. She always pushes me out of my comfort zone and helps me be the very best version of myself.

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After graduation I plan to attend the University of Denver studying molecular biology. Favorite saying: “If we wait until we’re ready, we’ll be waiting for the rest of our lives.” ~Lemony Snicket Favorite musician/song: Khalid/Love Lies Favorite TV show: Parks and Recreation Activities: I am involved in speech and debate. I’ve been team captain two years and this year, I’m going to nationals! In marching band, I was section leader for two years. I am the founder of the American Red Cross Club and president of three years. I helped organize a coin drive that raised over $1,000 for hurricane relief. In my spare time, I like to read and spend time with my siblings.

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Age: 18 Parents: Rob and Traci Ames Favorite subject: History Favorite teacher: Mr. Ames Most influential person in your life: My dad. He has shown me how to handle myself in areas of success and areas of failure. After graduation I plan to attend the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, to study business and run track and field. Favorite saying: “If you ain’t first, you’re last.” ~Ricky Bobby Favorite band: Anderson Paak Favorite TV show: Planet Earth Activities: In the community I teach children’s church on Sunday. At school I run cross-country, track and play basketball. In my spare time I like to spend time with the greatest group of friends this place has to offer, play basketball, run and relax.

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be surrounded by some great public lands and waterways. Come check out the gateway for summer fun and adventures

Rock, Gem and Mineral Show set for June 1 The Delta County Rock, Gem and Mineral Show will be held Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 531 N. Palmer St. in Delta. Featured items will include lighted mineral and specimen displays, gold panning, a fluorescent mineral display, bingo for children, and educational displays for

children. There will also be door prizes, grab bags, a silent auction, and a wheel of rocks. Over 28 vendors will have gemstones, jewelry, mineral specimens, cabochons, slabs, fossils, and many other types of rocks for sale and on display. This event is free to the public, and children and adults of all ages are welcome.

at the Outdoor Heritage Day, Saturday, June 1, in Delta’s Confluence Park. Start the day off competing at the youth fishing derby from 8:30 to 10 a.m. hosted by the Gunnison Gorge Anglers. No fishing license is required as it is National Free Fishing Week, but don’t forget your fishing poles. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. over 45 exhibitors made up of outdoor groups, sports groups, governmental agencies, and outdoor related businesses — all dedicated partners with a passion for the outdoors — will be providing hands-on experiences and safety demonstrations by our local

emergency responders. Lunch is being provided for everyone by the Elks Lodge and other great sponsors; T-shirts have been donated by Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. There will be lots of door prizes, including a chance at a compound bow, bikes, paddle board rentals, camping gear and a whole lot more. Get your picture taken with Smokey Bear and Elroy Elk. This event is free and is hosted by the City of Delta Parks and Recreation along with generous community sponsors and event exhibitors to make this a day to remember.

‘Fort Awesome’ offers summer camps for kids In conjunction with Outdoor Heritage Day, Fort Uncompahgre is hosting an open house highlighting the upcoming summer camps for kids ages 8-12. The gear hub will be open, and there will be an opportunity to try tomahawk throwing and primitive archery. The open house runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eight sessions of the four-day summer camps are scheduled MondayThursday, June 10 to Aug. 2. Kids can sign up

for one, two or all four. Each week campers will practice mountain biking, climbing, archery and standup paddleboards. They’ll participate in arts and crafts, nature, science, life at the fort, fishing and outdoor games. Each week, a new theme keeps the camp fun and interesting. Field trips to Grand Mesa National Forest, Black Canyon National Park and other destinations are planned. For more information, call 874-8349.

Delta Hubwheelers open June with dance The Delta Hubwheelers Square Dance Club will host a regular dance on Saturday night, June 1, from 7-9 p.m., in the aerobics room of the Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 531 N. Palmer

Dog walk planned June 2 TAILS is holding a Happy Trails and Waggy Tails Dog Walk Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register at the shelter at 720 W. 4th St. in Delta. In addition to the dog walk, a barbecue, doggy/kitty kissing booth, silent auction, yard sale, vaccine table and grooming booth will be part of the doggy fun. The walk is $15; lunch only is $5. For more information, call 874-1078.

Learn about night sky photography Black Canyon Camera Club meets at 6 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month and at 11 a.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the First Church of God, 11th and Howard in Delta. As always, you can bring up to three pictures for reviews. This month’s program is night sky photography. The public is welcome to attend free of charge. See blackcanyoncamera club.com or contact raeanns@live.com for more information.

St., in Delta. Naaman Moorehouse will be the caller. Admission is $6 per dancer. Dances are “Mainstream,” with “Plus” Tips. Aspiring dancers are welcome to come and watch at no charge. If coming from out of town, call Paul Ash, 970-7734495, to verify details and directions.

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Americana singer/songwriter and recording artist David Starr will perform at the Chapel of the Cross in Cedaredge on Sunday, June 2, at 4 p.m. Admission is by donation. His latest CD, “South and West,” features songs co-written with Nashville artists as well as Starr originals and a classic Elton John cover.

Chapel’s summer concert series begins June 2 The Chapel of the Cross announces its 2019 concert series. Performances are scheduled Sundays at 4 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m., during the months of June, July and August. Admission is by donation. Additional programs are held in the fall and winter, as well as at Christmas. Watch the DCI and the Chapel of the Cross Facebook page for more information about these events. The summer schedule follows: Sunday, June 2 — David Starr, singer/songwriter, guitar and vocals. Thursday, June 6 — Shelley Rae, singer/songwriter, guitar and vocals. Sunday, June 9 — Tim Veazey, singer/songwriter, keyboard and vocals. Thursday, June 13 — Paul Chamberlain, classic American country, guitar and vocals. Sunday, June 16 — Grady Weiszbrod, patriotic, pop, gospel, trombone and vocals. Thursday, June 20 — Embodying Rhythm Marimba Ensemble,

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Beekeepers open shop in North Delta the demand of pollination for food supply.” According to the U.S. Chris Williams, a Environmental Protection third-generation beekeepAgency, the loss of bees er, hasn’t only kept up the through colony collapse family business but has disorder had a rapid rise set up the first bee supin the winter of 2006-07. ply store on the Western It was then reported that Slope. beekeepers had losses of Chris and his wife, 30-90 percent. Gwen, recently opened Colony collapse disorSan Juan Bee Supply, der is when a majority of 1401 U.S. 50 in Delta, worker bees in a colony to help local beekeepers disappear, leaving behind with their insects. They a queen, food supplies and set up shop and held an a few nurses that have to open house Friday. care for immature bees Gwen said she and her and the queen, according husband wanted the busito the EPA. ness to be a collaborative In most recent years, the numbers have declined but are still high. The EPA reported in the winter of 2014-15, the death of bees dropped to 23.1 percent. Part of beekeeping is to help slow down the decline in population. Chris said true beekeeping isn’t just buying new bees every year “and putting them in a box,” but keeping them and helping them live for a long time. “If you can be an educated beekeeper and keep your bees alive, it’s better Photo by Andrew Kiser/Montrose Daily Press for you,” Gwen said. “... If San Juan Bee Supply owners Chris and Gwen Wil- beekeepers have a 50-perliams talk about the honey sold at their new store cent or 20-percent loss, and you look at any other in Delta.

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effort with the community, allowing beekeepers to get supplies there and increase their knowledge of the craft. Chris stressed how bees are key to the food supply. He said around 80 percent of food consumed has been pollinated by honey bees. “Bee population is very crucial,” said Chris, who also started the San Juan Bee Company in 1996. “On the commercial side, we’re losing a million hives a year. Us, commercial guys, have to make up just because of

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to open up a shop as a way to provide assistance to beekeepers, hobbyist and artisans. The supply store doesn’t just have beekeeping equipment but also sells products by local residents including honey, lotion, lip balm and jewelry. As a beekeeper for 30 years, Chris said his expertise can help pro-

vide answers to tough questions. “We want the community to know that we’re here to support them and to answer their questions,” Chris said. “We’re a pro shop.” San Juan Bee Supply is open from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday. For more information, call 970-874-5015.

lative session, he repeatedly expressed opposition to the Red Flag bill. The bill is currently being challenged for procedural reasons. While Soper said he would love to see the Red Flag bill nullified on a technicality, it would set a precedent that currently protects the Republicans’ minority rights. The many local residents who share his aversion to the Red Flag bill shouldn’t get their hopes up, he advised. Another “bad” bill in Soper’s opinion, the Family Leave Medical Act, is now the subject of a study. It’s likely to be re-introduced when the Legislature convenes in January 2020, he said. SB181, the oil and gas bill, was amended but is still likely to have a major impact on the energy sector. Soper opposed the national popular vote bill and on June 29 will defend his position during a debate with Dick Gilmore sponsored by the Libertarian Party of Delta County. The time and location of the debate has not been announced. “There is one good thing,” Soper said. “Opponents have almost enough signatures to get it on the ballot for the people to decide whether it should be law or not. On account of this question, we’re likely to see citizens more

engaged in an off-year election.” Also on the November ballot is a referred measure asking for voter approval of online sports betting. Soper was disappointed that just $10 million was allocated for the Colorado Water Plan (when $30 million was requested), so he suggested the tax revenue from online sports betting be dedicated to water infrastructure. When that recommendation was embraced by both parties, he considered it a major legislative success. Overall, Soper said, he’s pleased with what he was able to accomplish during the legislative session. “Every time I walked into the state capitol it was a surreal experience,” said Soper, who remembers former State Representative Matt Smith speaking to his high school civics class. Soper successfully ran for a succession of student offices, which laid the groundwork for his political aspirations. He now holds the same position as Matt Smith, when he spoke to the students at DHS. Soper says it’s likely he’ll make an announcement concerning re-election later this summer, and he sees himself taking an even more active leadership role in the State House when the Legislature convenes in January.

Soper FROM PAGE A1 passing of snowplows in the echelon formation. HB 1225 eliminates bail for low level petty crimes, many of which are municipal offenses such as parking infractions, loitering and illegal U-turns. “These offenses don’t carry jail time as a penal element,” Soper explained, “but if you don’t pay the fine, then a bench warrant can be issued and that’s when you end up in jail. To have someone sitting in jail who, if they pled guilty, would be released from jail, is an injustice,” he said. “It’s also unconstitutional.” Marijuana regulations continue to be tweaked at the state capitol. “I’m probably one of the few legislators who does not want to expand recreational opportunities,” he said. “There are just a few of us who still believe marijuana is a dangerous substance and Colorado shouldn’t be a free-for-all. It’s amazing to see how the state has changed.” Despite his opinion, it’s now legal for recreational and medical marijuana to be delivered to an individual’s home just like pizza. He did support expanded use of medical marijuana for kids with autism, after hearing some very compelling testimony from parents. Throughout the legis-

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Report details ‘bizarre’ Paonia water crisis BY TAMIE MECK Staff Writer

The chain of events leading to the Town of Paonia’s loss of water service that left homes and businesses without water for up to three weeks were “rare” and “difficult to catch and fix quickly,” according to town staff and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. More than three months after the loss of water to taps that began Feb. 18 and ended March 8, a long-awaited After Action Report (AAR) was released to the public last Friday. The nine-page “2019 Paonia Water Supply Issue” report does not cover the events leading to the shut-down of the town’s water delivery system that resulted in state boil orders, a loss of income to local businesses, and cost taxpayers almost $178,000 including $55,336 in in-kind work and $27,000 billable to the State of Colorado. Nor does the report address best practices, the need for water storage, or delivery or infrastructure upgrades that would prevent the town from experiencing a similar event in the future. Rather, the report, which captures comments from a March 28 “after action review” involving town staff and administration and representatives of the more than 22 agencies and organizations that responded to the incident, is intended “to share lessons learned from the Water Issues Incident.” The report begins Monday, Feb. 18, also President’s Day, when the town “was alerted to low water levels” at the two million gallon (2MG) Lamborn Water Treatment Plant. Public works director Travis Loberg first became aware of a problem while attending training in Denver the week of Feb. 11. The town’s sole distribution system and treat-

ment operator, Loberg was monitoring the plant remotely and logging daily reports. On Feb. 11, according to Loberg, the plant’s 2MG tank, which measures full at a depth of 30 feet, measured at 23.69 feet. On Tuesday, Feb. 12, said Loberg, he received a call on a “good-sized” water leak in a service line on Minerich Road. Loberg immediately suspected a leak in the system, which is not uncommon. “It was dropping fairly quickly,” he said. He increased water production flows from the raw water springs at the base of Lamborn Mesa to the treatment plant. Up to that point, Loberg said, “Nothing was alarming to me.” The day he left for training, records show, the springs were providing enough water, on average, to produce 156,000 gallons of potable water a day — less than its capacity rating of 468,000 per day, but more than enough to meet user demands. Once the leak was fixed, Loberg assumed the problem was over. But the tank’s water level continued to drop. On Feb. 13 water measured 19.43 feet and was still dropping. At that point, he said, public works staff and contractors familiar with the system began walking the 25-squaremile service area looking for “a giant leak” and checking master meters to isolate problems. “Master meters weren’t showing anything,” said Loberg. “We figured (water) would surface” where leaks were occurring. The rain and melting snow was difficult to distinguish from water bubbling up from below, which, he said, is typical with a leak. At 11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15, Loberg returned from Denver and immediately joined in the search. The crew worked all weekend and found no signs of leaks. On Saturday the tank measured at 4.02 feet, and by

Sunday was at three-quarters of a foot. “It was basically empty,” said Loberg. At 3 a.m. Monday, President’s Day, the first call of lost water service came in from the Lamborn Mesa area. By midday the system had drained, 1,600 customers were out of water, Mayor Charles Stewart and administrator Ken Knight declared a local emergency. The town also requested assistance from the Delta County Emergency Management and Public Health departments. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment issued a Tier 1 notice placing the town under a “Boil Water Advisory” to protect public health due to the system pressure loss creating increased chance of diseasecausing organisms entering the delivery system. According to the AAR, during the week town crews found WATER CRISIS TO B2

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Robert Reed of Crawford gazes toward the American ﬂag he raised in honor of his late father, Robert Eugene Reed, during Sunday’s Memorial Day services at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Crawford. A Crawford native who served in the U.S. Army 25th Infantry in the Korean War, Reed, who passed away last December, was one of two veterans honored during the ceremony.

River festival and float in Paonia this weekend It is time to celebrate the North Fork of the Gunnison River at the 19th annual River Festival and float trip, hosted by the Western Slope Conservation Center. The event is free and open to the public. Gather at Paonia River Park on Saturday, June 1, for a day of fun, food and music. Start off the day with an early morning guided birding walk along the river park, beginning at 7 a.m. At 9 a.m. there will be a guided labyrinth walk and meditation. The festival begins at 1 p.m. with live music, food and drinks, educational tables, kids arts and crafts (including mural painting), games and

much more. A silent auction will be conducted throughout the day, with the winners announced at 6 p.m. The party runs til 7 p.m. Bring your own chair, settle in and enjoy an afternoon of music. Sugar Moon gets things rolling at 1 p.m., followed by Hard Pressed at 2:15 p.m. and The Bell Creek Band at 3:30. Highway 50, featuring Al Laughlin from The Samples will close out the afternoon, beginning at 4:45 p.m. On Sunday, June 2, the more adventurous will set out to float the North Fork of the Gunnison River. The float leaves from the Paonia

River Park and travels to the Delta County Fairgrounds in Hotchkiss. Participants will be shuttled back to the river park around noon. Volunteer guides will man rafts and offer insights about the river and its importance to the region. Participants should check in by 9 a.m. and take part in the safety talk before setting off down the river. Space is limited, and registration is required. Cost is $30. Visit westernslope conservation.org to sign up. Due to anticipated high river flows on the North Fork, all registered float participants must be 10 years of age or older.

Hotchkiss High awards 47 diplomas BY ROBBIE WINNE Staff Writer

If ever a room seems too small to contain the emotions within, an auditorium packed full of graduating seniors, their parents, families, teachers and friends, would be such a room. The parents relive the 13 years that led to this evening and the students look forward to a whole new chapter in their lives. Even onlookers can be tempted to look back upon their own milestones and reflect on the twists and turns that followed. As the Hotchkiss seniors advanced to their seats at their graduation ceremony the evening of Saturday, May 21, the room was alive with the import of the occasion. Ruby Shiflet, a Hotchkiss High student, sang a fullthroated rendering of the national anthem and the ceremony took off from there. Class president, Caitlynn Littlefield, acknowledged the debts that she and her classmates owed to their teachers, the staff and their parents. She emphasized the fact that the teachers and administrators were always available to the students of the school and gave credit to them for the achievements of the class of 2019. Salutatorian Alexandra Wrich took her turn at the podium, acknowledged the support that her class has received through the years and to recognize the bittersweet nature of leaving such a comfortable environment. She also recognized the value of that comfort in providing the tools with which to move on to further horizons. “Everything that we have learned has led us to this moment,” not necessarily the trigonometry that they studied, she noted. The relationships with peers and mentors and the self-knowledge that they have gained through their hard work and the pleasures of friendship have paved the way for their

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Graduate Jesus Macias introduces guest speaker Carrie Yantzer (left), who served as principal at Hotchkiss K-8 when the Class of 2019 were students there. futures. Carrie Yantzer, the beloved past principal of Hotchkiss K8 School, was guest speaker. She now serves as the president of the Colorado Association of Secondary School Principals and as the principal of the Nederland Middle/Senior High School. She has a history with this graduating class. She spoke at its eighth grade continuation ceremony and recalled her years with these students, stating that they were all “still her kids.” She thanked the graduates and the staff for the opportunity to come back to “Bulldog country.” She was confident that they would prove to be “amazing young men and women who will inspire and motivate the world.” She reminded the graduates of their eighth grade class quote, “greatness lies within.” She also reminded them that she had given them gifts at that middle school ceremony, pebbles from a beach that she had collected for them on a trip to Florida at that time. She cited the individuality of each pebble, the

unique purpose of each pebble and how each pebble accents the other to form a mosaic. Yantzer reminded them of the advice she had offered then, “Be yourself, everyone else is taken.” She came prepared with another jar of pebbles to offer as her first gift to the students; along with a small globe she had taped to the bottom of each chair as a reminder that they each had the world and all of its possibilities in their hands. She also brought a luggage tag for each graduate, representing the travels — physical, intellectual and emotional — that will contribute to their futures. She urged them to spread their wings, welcome the unknown, remember their roots and work for those dreams that they cherish. Her last gift to her former students were copies of letters that she had asked them to write at their eighth grade ceremony, a letter to their future selves containing three memories of the K-8 experience, three words that someone else would use to describe the student, and three goals that each writer

held. Reminding each graduate to honor their own visions, to accept the new while remembering their foundations, to be always aware and open, she took her leave of her “kids” for a second time in their scholastic careers. Carson Collins, Kaiya Firor and Katie Powers shared the valedictorian address. They spoke to the memories of awkward middle school dances, prep rallies, excitement mixed with nostalgia. Collins noted that one never knows the value of an experience until it becomes a memory. Firor said that although it is time to say goodbye to their high school years, it’s time to say hello to new adventures. Powers shared her pride in her classmates’ achievements, but believes that these successes are just the beginning of further accomplishments. The three graduates shared their appreciation of their teachers, their parents, and particularly their friends, with whom they experienced their formative years, complete with silly times, sad times, and challenging times — all leading to this celebration of achievement. The two recipients of the “H” blanket, which is awarded to outstanding high school athletes, went to Carson Collins and Kaiya Firor. Carson played tennis, volleyball and

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This year’s recipients of the “H” blankets for outstanding athletes were Kaiya Firor and Carson Collins.

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Co-valedictorians Katie Powers, Carson Collins and Kaiya Firor shared the stage to give their thoughts of memories shared and of adventures yet to be experienced.

four seasons of varsity basketball, where she was named the team’s best offensive player and the Western slope’s all conference first team. Kaiya played soccer for Delta, three years of basketball for Hotchkiss, and blew everyone away winning eight state track championships, seven of which were individual. Both athletes were driven to do their very best and achieved just that. Then the moment of truth arrived and diplomas were awarded to the class of 47 graduates. Of these graduates, the majority had plans to pursue higher education. One student has joined the Air Force and others were joining the work force. Several students have chosen gap years. A cumulative $375,000 of awards and scholarships have enriched this 2019 class. Ten students are members of the National Honor Society. The achievements of these hardworking scholars from the small town of Hotchkiss speak to a community that values its youth and provides opportunities for excellence. An exuberant throwing of caps ended the ceremony and this phase of life for these young Coloradoans.

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Water crisis gallons per day. The other ning probably 400 gallons leak, said Loberg, was in a minute,” said Loberg. “It an abandoned one-inch was a big leak.” Per the AAR, the leaks service line. “It was runwere “not immediately noticeable,” due to water from both leaks flowing underground and directly into the river. Public DELTA-MONTROSE works repaired the leaks and began re-pressurizing the system. Service to most taps was restored, 70 Stafford Lane • Delta, CO and on Friday, Feb. 22, Office 970,874 .2463 • Fax 970,874.2477 the state’s boil order was lifted. But that wasn’t the end of it. Between Feb. 23-25, according to the AAR, “volume continued to drop” in the 2MG tank 3:30 5:30 and water supply from the springs failed to keep pace 70 Sta~~ord Lane with demand. On Feb. 26, Knight ordered water service to all private out-oftown water companies, excluding those on Pitkin and Bone mesas, Paonia Care & Rehabilitation Center, Creek Vista Senior Apartments, shut off. The public was informed via social media and other means, and those with water service were advised to conserve water. Knight said the decision was a difficult one made in order to “maintain pressure at schools and restaurants and prevent another system-wide boil order.” On Wednesday, Feb. 27, according to the AAR, Delta County commissioners declared a county emergency and activated the county’s Emergency Operations Center. Additional staff was brought in to assist the town with the response. On Thursday, Feb. 28, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis verbally declared an emergency, activating the Level 3 Southwest Incident Management Team (SWIMT). As part of the response effort, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment sent experts to inspect the springs at the base of Lamborn Mesa and assist the town in returning flows to the tank to their normal levels. On March 1, the state issued a boil water advisory for the zones without water, “due to water being shut off” on Feb. 26, with notice to go out as the zones were re-pressurized. With assistance from the City of Westminster,

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toward long-term plans that include mapping and GPS of the entire water system, and putting a better emergency response system in place. They’re also looking to put the events behind them. MaryAnn Nason, communications and special projects unit manager, said in an email that while “water line breaks in the winter are not unusual for any water system,” the “number of breaks, along with the geographic spread of the (town), made it difficult to catch and fix (leaks) quickly, which ultimately contributed to the scope and magnitude of the event.” “It was a really bizarre scenario to have three big leaks that never surfaced,” said Loberg. Looking back, he said, “I don’t think there was anything I could have done” to change the outcome. The leaks were both large and undetectable without special equipment. “You just don’t see that.” In the end, he said, “The only thing that I know I would have done different now, I would have called leak detectors in earlier.”

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Volunteers needed to help monitor river health PRESS RELEASE

For 18 years, local citizen-scientist volunteers have been monitoring the lifeblood of the North Fork Gunnison River valley — the river itself and its tributaries. The long record of the watershed’s health, which includes data collected during all seasons of the year, is an invaluable record for local water users, and for scientists and decision makers. The local volunteer group, which is looking for new volunteers, is a part of Colorado’s River Watch program, which has been in existence since 1989. River Watch is primarily funded by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) through a mix of federal funds and Colorado Lottery funds. River Watch’s mission is to work with volunteer stewards to monitor water quality and other indicators of watershed health and use the data to educate citizens and inform decision makers about the condition of Colorado’s waters. Another goal of River Watch is to provide hands-on real science experience learning the value and function of Colorado’s surface water ecosystems. “Our River Watch program is a testament to our community’s desire to be good stewards and give back,” says Jake Hartter, Western Slope Conservation Center (WSCC) Watershed Coordinator. “Our water unites us all, and supports our incredible farms and ranches in the North Fork Valley.” Water quality data has been and continues to be collected at stream locations from Muddy Creek above Paonia Reservoir to the confluence of the North Fork and mainstem of the Gunnison River, and in the Gunnison River at Austin. The WSCC River Watch group samples and analyzes 8 stream locations quarterly for water quality indicators, including temperature, pH, dissolved oxygen, alkalinity, hardness, conductivity and turbidity. Total and dissolved metal samples are collected by the volunteers and analyzed at CPW laboratories for 13 metals. The volunteers also collect nutrient samples (total nitrogen, ammonia, nitrate/nitrite, total phosphorus, chloride, sulfate and total suspended solids) that are analyzed at CPW laboratories. Fall macroinvertebrate samples are collected with a physical habitat assessment at a site on the North Fork Gunnison River a few miles west of Paonia. The macroinvertebrates, visible invertebrate fauna that include arthropods (insects, mites, scuds and crayfish), mollusks (snails, limpets, mussels and clams), annelids (segmented worms), nematodes (roundworms), and platyhelminthes (flatworms), are sent to a certified taxonomist to identify to genus and species. During recent years, the volunteers have netted, within several sweeps of the river bottom, more than 500 macroinvertebrates from a large variety of taxa, including mayflies, caddisflies, midges, annelid worms, and many others. The variety and numbers of macroinvertebrates is

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Members of American Legion Wilson Head American Legion Post 97 hold a Memorial Day ceremony at Cedar Hill Cemetery in Paonia. The Legion also holds services at the Somerset and Bethlehem cemeteries and perform a wreath drop into the North Fork of the Gunnison River from the Grand Avenue Bridge.

Volunteers collecting macroinvertebrates from the North Fork Gunnison River near Paonia. an excellent indicator of river health because they require specific aquatic conditions for a healthy habitat. Macroinvertebrates are commonly used as water quality indicators because they are easy to sample, are situated at the bottom of the aquatic food web, and provide predictable life cycle patterns. The macroinvertebrate sampling occurs every October when the widest range of life cycle stages can be found in the river bottom. All River Watch data are public information and are available on the River Watch website, Colorado Data Sharing Network, National Water Quality Portal and is delivered to the Colorado Water Quality Control Division (WQCD) for its annual hearing data calls. Throughout Colorado, River Watch groups collect data at more than 1,200 sites on 700 streams. The River Watch volunteers collect far more stream water quality data than any other entity in Colorado, and their data provide a vast amount of long-term valuable information on the health of Colorado’s streams. Using the data collected by the local North Fork River Watch volunteers from 2001 to 2014, the Western Slope Conservation Center (WSCC) prepared a water quality report for the North Fork Gunnison River watershed that is available at: http://western slopeconservation.org/ external-resources/2016wscc-water-quality-moni toring-report-revised-0318/. The WSCC will be preparing another water quality report using more recent water quality data collected by the volunteers. River Watch volunteers meet in Hotchkiss in mid-March, mid-June, and mid-September and spend several hours as a group each time collecting samples in the field, analyzing them, and preparing the metal and nutrient bottles for shipment to the CPW laboratories. In early October, the volunteers collect macroinvertebrates from the river and ship them to the River Watch taxonomist for identification. Here are what current volunteers say about the experience: “The river is the lifeblood of this valley — a cliché that happens to be true,” says Bruce. “Following on that thought, every so often you need to take its pulse. I wasn’t really aware of what went into that process until I participated in my first River Watch monitoring

along with the veteran crew that has been doing this for years. Experiencing the river close up and hearing how it has changed, taking measurements and gathering samples, searching for the patterns and indicators of the health of the watershed is knowledge you can only acquire and build on over time, and it starts with hands-on participation. If you really want to understand the North Fork Valley, you need to take the opportunity to get to know its river.” “Getting out in the beauty of the river and surrounding country both in winter and more temperate seasons of the year are magical times. Working with the other volunteers is always a joy and doing the lab analysis after collecting the water samples resurrects the fun days of school labs. No wonder these years have gone by so quickly!” [From Ralph, a local 10-year River Watch volunteer] Do you want to help understand the health of North Fork of the Gunnison River watershed and help the local community, plus have fun playing in the water? The WSCC River Watch group needs more volunteers. No experience is necessary. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Jake Hartter at 970-527-5307 or by email at jake@theconservationc enter.org. The next monitoring event takes place this year in mid-June.

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Daryl Batt was recognized at Simpson College’s honors convocation ceremony on April 24. Daryl received the Outstanding Senior in Art. The recipient of this award is selected by the art department and is based on work created by the artist for his or her Senior Exhibition. Active participation in the art department and potential for succeeding in an arts-based career are also factors of consideration. Daryl’s parents are Greg and Julie Batt. Simpson College is located in Indianola, Iowa, a short drive from Iowa’s capital city of Des Moines.

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Hotchkiss getting ready to host Ride the Rockies BY ROBBIE WINNE Staff Writer

It’s rolling around to Ride the Rockies again, Colorado’s epic bike tour. The route changes from year to year, and Hotchkiss will be hosting the riders and support staff on June 13 once again. The ride was created in 1986 by The Denver Post and is in its 34th year, gaining in popular-

charm and hospitality. Ride the Rockies is a community event, designed to give riders an opportunity to experience the flavor of each host town. Everyone is invited to take in the fun. Hotchkiss businesses and organizations help to make the day memorable for the participants and the local residents. There will be vendors, a stage with local musicians performing and a beer garden in the park and the rodeo grounds. Vendors will be offering food from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The beer garden is open from noon until 8 p.m. and the music plays from 2 to 8 p.m. Most of the riders will be camping in the backfields of the fairgrounds park so there will be plenty of opportunities to meet the visitors to our area and join in the festivities. Some bicyclists are still looking for a place to lay their heads, so anyone who wants to be a homestay host, please contact Nathan Sponseller at 970-586-2903. The guests would also need transportation to and from the fairgrounds. Anyone opening their homes to riders would receive $35 per bed.

ity with riders nationally and internationally. Hotchkiss is looking to welcome 2,000 riders along with family and support staff. Each host town benefits from the nonprofit organization with a $5,000 grant to a deserving local nonprofit. Host towns also reap the rewards of exposure to sports-minded travelers as they see what Colorado has to offer in scenery,

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Call for volunteers The North Fork Ambulance is in need of volunteers for its “911 Express” kiddie train during Pioneer Days in Crawford on June 8. Help is needed with pre-parade train assembly, assisting kids to board the train and keeping them safe, in the park rides and tear down at the end of the day. Volunteers are also needed for Cherry Days on July 4 and Delta County Fair parade in Hotchkiss on Aug. 10. If you’d like to help with this fun community project, please contact Bonnie at 970-808-1009.

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Memorial service in Hotchkiss

A small group of participants joined members of the Hotchkiss VFW Post #9933 in remembering and honoring veterans with a moving ceremony at the Riverside Cemetery in Hotchkiss. The veterans of the post invoked their comrades’ memories and recognized their contributions to their country, their families, and their beliefs. All present were hushed and reverent in the face of the simple, but powerful ceremony.

Countdown to Crawford Pioneer Days underway BY ROBBIE WINNE Staff Writer

The countdown is on for Pioneer Days in Crawford June 6-9. The parade committee urges participants to show how this “small town has a big heart” by strutting their stuff in the Crawford Parade, Saturday, June 8. With so much going on that weekend, it’s hard to pinpoint the highlights of Pioneer Days, but the parade has got to be high on the list of events not to miss. Pre-registration for the parade is highly encouraged. Those who register by mail or at the Crawford 1st State Bank of Colorado by May 31 qualify for a special cash prize and “speed pass” for check-in on parade day. All entries are judged and qualify for cash and ribbon awards. General entries can register on the morning of the parade between 8 and 9:30 a.m. at the Montessori School at 52 Cedar Ave. in Crawford. Equine and animal entries can register at 9:30 a.m. across from the Crawford

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Get fired up for Pioneer Days display Crawford Pioneer Days is just around the corner and fireworks will be lighting the night skies. Do you want to be one of the local families, ranches, groups or businesses to help fund the fireworks display? Join the fun and get your friends involved. See how many folks you can challenge to match your donation. Give at least $50 and be recognized on our sponsors banner that hangs along the highway in front of Town Park. Please send donations to Crawford Fire Dept. Auxiliary at PO Box 405, Crawford, CO 81415 or drop them off at First State Bank of Crawford. It’s an amazing display and you can help make it happen! For more information, call 970-986-9448.

Creamery showcases Delta Fine Arts talent The public is invited to Delta Fine Arts’ annual Art Show the month of June at the Creamery Arts Center, 165 W. Bridge St., Hotchkiss. This show features local artistic talent including watercolors, oils/acrylics, pastels, photography, drawings and sculptures and more. Students are invited to enter (ages 6-12 and 1318) for free. Awards will go to the Best of Show and first, second and third places in the eight categories as determined by the guest judge from Grand

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Delta ends 3A title chase BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

score and give the win to Delta. Workman’s speed at second, and his decision to run hard, keyed Delta’s win. Earlier in the game (fifth inning) Farmer made the play of the game to save a run, and possibly an extended inning for Alamosa. From his right field position, Farmer chased down a long fly ball to the centerfield gap and made a backhanded catch below his knees that prevented a runner on first from advancing to a scoring position. The win over Alamosa was the second in three games the two teams played this season. Keys in the win for Delta came on Myers’ double and two RBIs in the third inning and Carmichael’s two RBIs in the bottom of the seventh. Alamosa’s Kolten Hillis had a double and an RBI in three at bats with Ben Wuckert scoring a run and collecting an RBI with his one-hit day. University 9, Delta 3 Last year’s 3A state champions squeezed past Colorado Academy, 4-3, in last week’s opening round game played on Butch Butler Field in Greeley. With the win, the Bulldogs moved on to play Delta’s Panthers Friday afternoon. The Bulldogs picked up two runs on three hits in the first inning to take a 2-0 lead heading to the second frame. Delta tied the game in the top of the second on a two-RBI double to left center field by Workman. A hit from Baier and a walk by Miramontes set the stage for a Workman two-RBI hit. The bottom of the second produced two more runs by University with two more runs on three hits to give the Bulldogs a 4-2 lead. After the two-run second inning the Bulldogs added four more runs in the bottom of the third to take a commanding 8-2 lead the Panthers couldn’t recover from. With a run in the fourth, University owned a 9-2 advantage. The Panthers scored their final run in the top of the fifth after Carmichael had walked and scored on a passed ball. University’s River Jackson went two-for-four at the plate, scored two runs, hit a double and triple to finish with three RBIs. The Bulldogs’ Koy Jorgemon won his 10th game against no losses. Eaton 16, Delta 1 Delta’s final baseball game of the 2019 season was, unfortunately, not indicative of the caliber of play the team was capable of.

The Panthers did hold an early lead after the top half of the first inning with Carmichael reaching base on an error and eventually scoring on a passed ball. After that, it was all Reds. Eaton scored three runs in each of the first three innings and finished the game with seven runs in the bottom of the fifth for a 16-1 win. Delta used four pitchers in the game with the hard-hitting Reds finding the right pitches against

Farmer, Baier and eventually Workman and Ryan Cooper. Workman’s stint on the hill resulted in the only inning Eaton hitters were retired in order in the fourth with a 9-1 lead. Workman started the fifth inning but was relieved by Cooper. Delta coach Steve Reiher was disappointed with the weekend’s losses. “Honestly, I thought our mindset was positive coming into state. We wanted to be more than

just satisfied with being here.” With the season concluded thoughts turn to building toward the next chapter in Delta baseball. The Panthers have reached the same position they finished in this past weekend before. There’s work to be done in the off-season. “We (coaches) talked to our underclassmen about working on things that will get us to where we want to be.” Eaton’s Ryan Ure had a three-for-four day with

one run scoring a double and five RBIs. Eaton enters next week’s final four round with a 22-4 record and University (26-1), which is in the title game after a 9-7 win over Lutheran Saturday afternoon, will await its opponent with Eaton, Lutheran and Resurrection Christian vying for the final championship berth on May 31 at Butch Butler Field in Greeley. The finals are set for June 1 at Butch Butler Field.

For eight seniors and a hopeful fan base at Delta High School, the baseball season, regrettably, came to an end in Greeley this past weekend. Delta’s three-game stand at Butch Butler Field in Greeley had a few highlights and too many lowlights keeping the Panthers from a state 3A baseball title shot in 2019. The Panthers, 22-6, dominated play on the western slope to carry a 19-4 overall record into post-season play. Delta won its regional playoff tournament against Cortez (9-4) and Kent Denver (10-0) and entered this year’s 3A state baseball tournament with a 21-4 record. After falling behind, 4-3 to Alamosa, in the seventh inning of its first round game in Greeley, Delta made a miraculous come-back in the bottom of the inning to win 5-4 and advance to the next round against the 3A top team, University. The Bulldogs had too much firepower for the Panthers and sent Delta to the losers’ bracket with a 9-3 victory. Delta’s next game was with the only Photo by Wayne Crick team to defeat University Photo by Wayne Crick Delta senior Andrew Baier stole third on a passed in 2019, Eaton. The Reds Sophomore Nolan Bynum worked six innings on ball in the bottom of the seventh inning against also possessed a strong the hill before giving way to junior Gauge Lock- Alamosa. Junior Nate Workman moved up one hitting squad and elimihart who worked two innings to earn the win on a base to second on the same play. Two batters later, nated Delta with a 16-1 miracle finish in the bottom of the seventh. Bynum senior Rowyn Carmichael’s single scored both runwin. ners for a 5-4 win. finished the year 5-0 and Lockhart 4-2-2. Delta 5, Alamosa 4 The Panthers were playing a solid game against the Mean Moose with Delta’s starting pitcher Nolan Bynum holding Alamosa scoreless through the first two innings. A single from Alamosa’s Kason Smith started the third inning, and eventually yielded the game’s first run on Kolten Hillis’ double that plated Smith. Delta got its bats working in the bottom of the inning after senior Eli Farmer reached base on a fielder’s choice. Senior Rowyn Carmichael’s single provided Delta an opportunity to drive his teammates home on a double. A sacrifice fly from junior Gauge Lockhart plated Myers and Delta led 3-1 going to the fourth. Alamosa wasn’t finished scoring runs, however. The Mean Moose put together a rally in the top of the fourth with two singles and a pair of Delta errors, to score two runs and tie the game, 3-3. The next two innings Photo by Tamie Meck were scoreless. The Hotchkiss girls 800m sprint medley team. From left, Elsie Vasquez, Kaiya Firor, Ela Adair and Shay Alamosa’s Kaden Glaser received all-state first-team honors from the Colorado High School Activities Association after Hardesty reached base on winning the 2A 800-meter sprint medley relay at the Colorado High School Track and Field championan error and later scored ships. on a sacrifice fly from designated hitter Ben Wuckert to give the Mean Moose a 4-3 lead with Delta coming to bat. After Caden Stell’s ground out to second base for the first out, Delta countered with a solid single to right field from Andrew Baier that got the Panther’s pulse racing. Junior Nate Workman stepped up to the plate next and ripped a single to center field. A strikeout by Farmer had Delta’s last-chance coming to bat in Carmichael, who hit a towering fly ball behind third base. Alamosa’s shortstop, third baseman and left fielder converged on the spot where the ball would fall. But, with a high sky and a difficult sun, combined with windy conditions, none could make Photo by Tamie Meck the play and the ball hit Photo by Tamie Meck Bulldogs ace pitcher Presley Pene signed to play for Colorado Northwestern the ground allowing both Hotchkiss shortstop Marvin Guereque will play for Community College in Rangely. Former teammates Eli Kirk and Chase Hiatt Baier and Workman to Anoka Ramsey Community College in Minnesota. also play for CNCC.

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OBITUARIES

Douglas Reeves

Delta resident Douglas W. Reeves died May 8, 2019, at his home. He was 73. A memorial service was held Saturday, May 25, at Kingdom Hall in Delta. Mr. Reeves is survived by his wife, De Reeves; son, Jerod Reeves; three step-daughters; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements. Visit the internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at www. taylorfuneralservice.com.

Pete Eastman

A memorial gathering for Pete Eastman will be held Saturday, June 8 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Pleasure Park west of Hotchkiss. Friends are invited to attend.

Susan Blankenship

Hotchkiss resident Susan Carol Blankenship died May 24, 2019, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She was 89. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Susan Carol Bemis was born on Nov. 9, 1929, to Harry and Carol (Thomas) Bemis in Milwaukee, Wis. She spent her childhood in Kalamazoo, Mich., and in Dallas, Texas, where she graduated from Highland High School. She continued her education at the University of Michigan, where she earned a bachelor’s

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degree. On June 1, 1974, she married James Blankenship in Dillon. Mrs. Blankenship enjoyed sailing, sailboat racing, cross-country and downhill skiing, hiking and golf. She is survived by her daughters, S. Lorrie (Charles) Ray of Denver, and Amy (Paul) Seymour of Denver; sons, Jim (Judy) Blankenship of Hotchkiss, Jeff (Renate) Blankenship of Grand Junction, and Miles (Linda) Blankenship of Hotchkiss; sister, Nancy (Mitch) Brown of Ridgecrest, Calif.; 11 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Mrs. Blankenship was preceded in death by her sister, Joann Small; brother, John (Joan) Bemis; and son, Lance Blankenship. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements. Visit the internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at www. taylorfuneralservice.com.

As a community service, the Delta County Independent publishes obituaries at no charge. Submissions are edited to include basic biographical information, survivors, precedents and service details. One photo can be included. Families wishing a more detailed eulogy may request a price quote for a paid obituary, which will be printed word-for-word and may include more than one photo. For more information, call 874-4421.

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Arthur Pace

Arthur Lee Pace of Hotchkiss died May 23, 2019, at his home. He was 77. Services will be held Saturday, June 1, at 1 p.m. at Mountain View Bible Church in Lazear. Interment will follow at Hotchkiss Riverside Cemetery. Mr. Pace was born in Fountain April 25, 1942, to Ben and Mary (Jones) Pace. After attending elementary and junior high school in Montrose, his family moved to Paonia where he graduated from Paonia High School in 1960. On March 23, 1963, he married Bonnie Townsend. They remained in the North Fork Valley. Mr. Pace enjoyed the outdoors , camping, hunting and fishing with his family. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; daughters, Debbie (Kevin) Leger of Hotchkiss, Shawna (Steve) Sayers of Grand Junction, Terri Hammond of Layton, Utah, and Kim (Dean) Bayer of Tehachapi, Calif.; siblings, Otho (Lisa) Pace

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Don Weiszbrod

Donald “Don” Ray Weiszbrod died May 26, 2019. He was 76. He was born on Feb. 10, 1943, in Mooreland, Okla., to Reverend E.E. Weiszbrod and wife, Irene. When he was young, the family moved to Delta, where he attended elementary school. The family then moved to Nucla, where he attended junior high and high school. He participated in the drama club, choir, football, basketball and

Lynn Oliver

Francis “Lynn” Oliver died May 22, 2019. He was 83. At this time, no services will be held for Mr. Oliver. He was born Jan. 4, 1936, to Cleland and Anona (Brasher) Oliver in Huntington, Utah. He graduated from

Carbon High School in 1954 and then served in the Korean War. After his service he worked as a welder at Kennecott Copper Mine for 25 years. On Oct. 11, 1957, he married Juanita Richards. He enjoyed restoring old tractors and other items, fishing with family and friends, helping out his neighbors and community service. Mr. Oliver is survived by his wife, Juanita; daughters, Kelly, and Wendy; grandchildren, Adam (Amanda) McCall, Kaitlyn (Matthew), Kelsey (Jackson), and Jordan (Tara); and greatgrandchildren, Isabella, Grace, Lucy, Harper, Daisy and Lily. He was preceded in death by a brother, Devon. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

Emerson Scarff

Emerson “Leon” Scarff died May 2, 2019, at the VA hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was 72. He was born Nov. 27, 1946, to Herold and Sarah Scarff in Syracuse, N.Y. He moved to Colorado in 1978 and spent the rest of his life in western Colorado. Mr. Scarff enlisted in the Army, serving during the Vietnam war. He was a welder. He also used his metal-working skills as an artist. He survived four massive heart attacks and eventually had a heart transplant, which gave him 20 additional years to devote to his interests. He enjoyed sailing, travel to Arizona and Mexico and dancing. Mr. Scarff is survived by his children, Sherry Floess of New York, Julie Redeye of Fruita, and Leon “Lee” Scarff Jr. of Delta; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Carl Scarff. A celebration of life will be held at the Riley Pavilion at Cleland Park in Delta on June 8 at 4 p.m. Please bring a covered dish to share. Pastor Cheryl Marie Rose will travel from Arizona to perform the service. Any donations may be given to the pastor.

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Richard “Dick” Mott died at his home in Paonia Feb. 9, 2019. He was 82. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, June 8, 4 p.m., at the Paonia Friends Church, 409 Third St. A reception will follow. For more information, call 720-3265820.

track. He graduated from Nucla High School in 1961. Mr. Weiszbrod worked in the uranium mines in the West End. He also worked as a Meadow Gold sales and delivery driver, a licensed insurance agent and as a truck driver. He finished his career at Delta-Montrose Electric Association, where he worked as a customer service representative for over 28 years. He married Judy Briscoe in 1964 in Cedaredge. He was an active member of the community. He enjoyed serving in the Little Ladies Softball League, the Babe Ruth Baseball League, Delta High School Quarterback Club, City of Delta Planning & Zoning Commission, Delta Ambulance District, Delta Jaycees and Delta High School Band Parents. He was also a 50-year member of the Eckert Masonic Lodge #136. Mr. Weiszbrod is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judy Weiszbrod; children, Halley Weiszbrod, Lara (Russ) Swanson, Lance (Kristine) Weiszbrod, and Lyndsey (Mark) Hertz; grandchildren, Brooke and Paige Guard, Meghan and Cameron Swanson, Mackenzie and Riley Weiszbrod, Jordyn and Colton Galvan, and Hannah and Sarah Hertz; brothers, Ron, Grady and Gary Weiszbrod; sisters, Kaye Wolfe and Debbie Mewbourne; and mother-in-law, Irma Briscoe. He was preceded in death by his parents, E.E. and Irene Weiszbrod; and father-in-law, Bill Briscoe. A funeral service will be held at Rivers Church, 762 Dodge St., Delta, at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 3. Memorial donations may be made to Rivers Church Missions, 762 Dodge St., Delta, CO 81416 or HopeWest, PO Box 24, Delta, CO 81416. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements. Visit the internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at www. taylorfuneralservice.com.

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of Oklahoma, Otto (Jane) Pace of Oklahoma; brother-in-law, Howard Christie of Grand Junction; 12 grandchildren, Kyle (Paige) Leger, Levi (Ashley) Leger, Chad (Andy) Leger, Crystal (Clint) Hamlett, Johnathan Sayers, Wayne (Carleigh) Sayers, Shealee Sayers, Archie (Danica) Hammond, Courtney Hammond, Amy Bayer, Brian (Whitney) Bayer, and Michael Bayer; 15 great-grandchildren; and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Mary Jane Carter, David Pace, Donald Pace, Bennie Howard, Charles Pace and Joel Pace; and his mother and fatherin-law, Beebe and Emory Townsend. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements. Visit the internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at www. taylorfuneralservice.com.

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the early stage and this is very treatable. Bladder cancer is more common in older men but may occur at any age or gender. Symptoms • Blood in urine (the urine may have a brownish or bright red color) - If you have blood in your urine, you should see your doctor even if it goes away as it may be intermittent. Please note: there may be no pain associated with the bleeding so do not assume it cannot be something serious if you have painless bloody or dark urine • Painful urination • Pelvic or lower back pain Most Common Causes: Tobacco use is the number one cause of bladder cancer. Other factors include family history of bladder cancer; exposure to paints, dyes, metals, or petroleum products; workplace exposures to rubber, leather, printing materials, textile and paint industries; drinking water with high levels of chlorine or arsenic. High arsenic levels may be found in well water. Arsenic may occur naturally from rock deep in the earth. Pesticides from early to mid-1900s contained arsenic.

Prevention Most important action: Do not smoke! Follow all safety instructions when working with hazardous agents. Diagnosis Urologists are doctors who specialize in the genitourinary organs. A cystoscope is a narrow tune with a lens so the doctor can view the inside of the bladder and take samples. It is important to know if the cancer is superficial which has a very good prognosis or if it invades the bladder muscle or wall which will require more extensive treatments. Various types of X-rays such as a CT scan or MRI may be needed. Treatment Treatment depends on the stage. The stage is based on the extent of the invasion and spread of the cancer. Surgery may be done to remove the cancerous growth. Chemotherapy (drug treatment) may be directly inserted into the bladder for certain early cancers. For more extensive bladder cancers, intravenous chemotherapy prior to surgery may be given. There also may be a need for chemotherapy after surgery. Radiation therapy may also be used. We

have recently been using immunotherapy medications for advanced stage bladder cancers. These agents stimulate our own immune systems to fight the cancer. If the bladder needs to be removed, there are techniques to create a way for the urine to exit the body. Follow-up If you have had bladder cancer it is very important to adhere to long term follow-up with the urologist. The urologist is the one who is able to do direct evaluation of the urinary tract. As a medical oncologist (which is what I am), we are involved with the patients who have chemo or immunotherapy. Dr. Helen Goldberg MD is a board certified medical oncologist with a fellowship in integrative medicine and works at Grand Mesa Oncology, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. All the information provided are guidelines. The medical information provided does not include all of the information important for patient use, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Your personal physician or healthcare provider should be consulted concerning any questions that you have.

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Spring showers and sunshine for CHS grads BY DON BENJAMIN Staff Writer

Although the day dawned with springtime clouds and rain, last Thursday’s graduation exercises at Cedaredge High School included plenty of symbolic sunshine along with genuine cheers and authentic tears as 66 graduates received their diplomas. The ceremonies began with a processional as the Cedaredge High School band, minus its five graduating seniors, played the traditional graduation march. Band teacher Rob Wolcott conducted the student musicians who ranged in age from eighth graders to high school juniors. When all seniors had assembled in the school’s gymna-

sium, principal Randy Brown — himself a 1996 graduate of nearby Delta High School — welcomed the graduates, their families, and other assembled guests. Brown has served as CHS principal for five years. Following the principal’s welcoming remarks, the CHS band played the national anthem. As the capacity crowd regained their seats, CHS counselor Amanda Cerise asked various groups of accomplished students to stand and be recognized and then she introduced the Class of 2019’s honored valedictorians and salutatorians. Valedictorians included Garth Knutson, Maxwell Moore and Julia Jackson. Salutatorians were Abigail Williams and

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Graduating seniors clustered in groups large and small to pose for post-ceremony photos at last week’s Cedaredge High School commencement.

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The Cedaredge High School Class of 2019 boasted three valedictorians and Garth Knutson was ﬁrst to address his 65 classmates and a capacity crowd at last week’s CHS commencement ceremony. Emily Tullis. Knutson was the first valedictorian to address his fellow graduates. He told them to listen to the wisdom of others and he praised CHS as a small school which is nonetheless rich in academics and activities. Moore cautioned the graduates to strive for perfection but to also embrace mistakes which he described as valuable learning tools. Jackson advised the graduates that real success comes when you hold yourself to a higher standard. She advised her classmates to set goals, work hard, and believe in themselves. A musical interlude was provided by Shannon Goff on saxophone and Rob Wolcott on guitar. The duo performed the inspirational song, “I Believe I Can Fly.” In addition to being

a graduating senior, Goff was recognized in the evening’s program as CHS musician of the year. The evening’s keynote speaker was selected by the senior class and that honor went to Chris “CJ” Cannell, a CHS math instructor who also teaches in the school’s science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) program. Cannell noted that a person can be thought of in three ways — as the person one shows in public, as the person who is known to friends and family and as the person one becomes when he or she is alone. Ideally, a genuine person is the same in every situation. Reminding graduates that they are in charge of their choices — a responsibility which is both terrifying and exciting — he challenged

the Class of 2019 to be genuine people. He closed with some important advice which his father imparted to him on the day of his wedding. “He looked me straight in the eye,” recalled Cannell, “And then he said: ‘If you ever go to a potluck where your wife made something, be sure to eat the dish and compliment her on it.’ ” The keynote address was followed by the parent dedication during which each graduate left his or her seat and presented parents and other family members with a thank you flower. This touching ritual was accompanied by a recording of the song “5 More Minutes” in which country singer Scotty McCreery chronicles the steady passage of time from childhood to GRADUATION TO C2

Golf course back nine to remain open BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

As all of Surface Creek works to recover from the 2018 drought, the Cedaredge Golf Course is implementing an aggressive recovery program to regrow the turf. Thankfully a long winter of snow cover (Dec. 1 - March 12) and a dormant feed of fertilizer helped minimize turf loss. Just looking at the course it appears lush and green. Up close the patchiness becomes more evident but some reseeding will help thicken any thin areas. “This year I will vary from

my usual fertility program and take a more aggressive approach as we try to rebuild from last year,” said golf course supervisor Adam Conway. “I have built a recovery program within our budget that should meet our needs and ensure a successful grow in.” Part of the process is already underway, as Conway began watering in early April. Throughout the summer he’ll be fertilizing and wetting agent applications more often than usual. Once Conway has a few more crew members he will also use several turf

blankets loaned from the Dos Rios Golf Club in Gunnison to accelerate the germination process around some of the tee boxes. Previously the golf course planned to close the back nine for a few months but the course is looking greener than expected. Since this area is south facing it received the heaviest amount of sun last year. Essentially, Conway said they planned for the worst case scenario, especially if there wasn’t enough spring rain. “Timing of the spring fertilizers was perfect so there’s a lot of new growth,” he said.

VFW commander: Memorial Day calls for reverence, reflection BY KAYLEE DUNHAM Staff Writer

Red, white and blue flags flew gloriously in the warm morning breeze at the Cedaredge Cemetery on Memorial Day. Gary Tollefson, VFW Post 9221, opened the ceremony by reminding everyone the words “Happy Memorial Day” mean more than many people realize. “That greeting galls me as it seems to minimize the reverence of this day. I see it in the papers advertising cars, outdoor furniture, barbecue grills, etc.,” Tollefson said, “There is room for a bit more

reverence on this holiday.” While this doesn’t mean everyone has to remain sad for 24 hours, Tollefson urges each person to pause and take a moment to remember the men and women who lost their lives so that all Americans can have their freedom. In 1868, May 30 was designed as a day for fallen soldiers to be remembered and honored with the placement of flowers and decorations on their graves. Tollefson said, “In this observance no form of ceremony is prescribed but post and comrades will in their own way arrange such fitting

services and testimonials of respect as circumstances may permit.” After a prayer by the chaplain, Tom McLamb read a roll call of the flags flying for each fallen soldier at the Cedaredge Cemetery. World War II veteran Phil Ellsworth played “iI Silenzi” on his harmonica. Bill Hendrix rang the bell three times and signaled for the rifle salute. The ceremony was brought to an end with a long salute. Tollefson said, “Comrades in the silent land beyond, wherever your mortal remains may rest, these solemn services we hold tribute to you.”

“Everything hinged on how much water we would have available but I’m confident now we can re-seed as needed and keep it wet while still having the course open.” The front nine is mostly spotty, so while a few parts may be roped off at the beginning of the summer the course will still be playable. “The front nine greens came back much better than I expected,” said operations director Erik Hanson. Part of the challenge, both last year and this, is working with a primitive irrigation system. Being gravity fed, it doesn’t cost money to run but isn’t efficient. A master plan was created last year with an irrigation consultant to prioritize what can be done with the current system and improve efficiency over several years. Conway also is working on a grant to pipe the ditch supplying water to minimize loss.

Handling a drought on a golf course is tough, but Hanson and Conway are optimistic. This summer the course already met its goal for pass holders, and tournament registrations are filling up quickly. Codi Nelson is revitalizing the restaurant with high-end sandwiches, a thorough Italian menu and fine wines. This summer Hanson is also focusing on building player development by offering free clinics and developing the youth programs. Contributions, like the turf blankets and volunteered maintenance, from other golf courses are helping mitigate costs. New hole signs are being built, which will be metal and easier to maintain. Come August the hope is to not even tell that last year was a historic drought on the course. “I’m hopeful for a much better season this year,” said Conway.

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“The back nine is unique because of its elevation changes,” said operations director Erik Hanson. While staff planned for the worst with closing part of the course for the summer, they’re hoping to keep it open so players can have a good season with full use of all 18 holes.

Art walk expands into street fair, flea market

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The ﬂag was raised then lowered to half staff by Tom McLamb before the singing of the national anthem by Maryann Rathburn.

Cedaredge’s First Friday Art Walk has evolved into a First Saturday Street Fair and Flea Market, to be held the first Saturday of the month in June, July, August and September (June 1, July 6, Aug. 3, Sept. 7). Follow the pink balloons to locate vendors, activities, food, shopping and art this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The flea market and

bump ‘n jump will be located at The Old Slaughterhouse Music Hall at 230 E. Main St. End your day at the Barking Brew Bash Benefit at 4B’s Brewery, 215 Main St. The Surface Creek Animal Shelter recently received a donation of 4B’s Brewery’s last beer, which will be featured with wine, music and snacks for a donation of $10.

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FROM PAGE C1 maturity. There was barely a dry eye in the house as counselor Cerise and assistant principal/athletic director Brandon Milholland voiced the official introduction of the CHS Class of 2019. It was a particularly bittersweet moment for Milholland who is leaving CHS after nine years at the school. Then the graduates were called forward as Milholland read each name and Cerise announced each student’s post graduation plans with some joining the military, some entering the workforce, and many planning to attend technical colleges and universities. Delta

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County School District 50J board president Pete Blair, a 40-year county resident, was on hand to present the all-important diplomas to each graduate. Other dignitaries on the stage included senior class sponsor and CHS agriculture instructor Katie Greenwood, district superintendent Caryn Gibson and assistant district superintendent Kurt Clay. Immediately after receiving a diploma, each student left the stage and walked along the row of CHS teachers to express their appreciation and say their farewells. Then photos of the Class of 2019 were featured in a slide show presentation which juxtaposed baby pictures with contemporary images of each student. The slide show culminated with group photos from elementary and middle school — a reminder that many of the Class of 2019 have been in school together since the beginning.

Singer/songwriters will warm your heart BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

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As the evening drew to a close the CHS jazz ensemble performed a lively calypso tune entitled “Into the Sun.” Then seniors Hannah Gardner, Abigail Williams and Taj Van der Linde led the graduates in the simultaneous turning of the tassel and — with a wary eye toward eventual retrieval — the assembled students tossed their mortarboards into the air. Moments later, family and friends flocked to the gymnasium floor to congratulate their graduates and take commemorative photographs. Members of the CHS junior class assisted with the graduation ceremony. Marshals for the evening were Makayla Kehmeier and Brieanna McGovern. Ushers were Sean Dale and Brian Hoerr. The sunflower was designated the class flower and the class colors selected were royal blue and charcoal gray. “Fast” by country singer Luke Bryan was chosen as the class song.

With a promise to “warm your heart, feed your soul and uplift your spirit,” singer-songwriters Sally Barris and Rebecca Folsom will perform in concert at the Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center June 2 at 7 p.m. Barris is a Nashville songwriter who wrote for 15 years at a publishing company and has seen her songs recorded by people like Martina McBride. “What I learned is [writing] is a craft you have to work at everyday. You have to do it even when you don’t feel like,” she said. Her song “Let The Wind Chase You,” recorded by Trisha Yearwood and Keith Urban, even received a Grammy nomination. Folsom’s music focuses on liberation with a voice that traverses nearly four octaves. She once wrote 52 new songs in a year and from that wrote “Colorado,” which hit number 22 on the National Americana Country radio charts. “I wanted to write it for nearly 20 years,” she said. “I had a fear of not being original but am thrilled I wrote it because people have really resonated with it.” Folsom and Barris met at a cafe in Nashville and enjoyed singing together so much they started doing some shows. Now they also teach songwriting workshops together. While visiting the Western Slope they’ve planned a songwriting workshop at Glenwood Springs on May 30.

“When we write, these songs come from our heart. It’s satisfying to bring that work to an audience and witness them become part of it,” said Barris. “We do this to connect with people.” Folsom agreed, even saying that performing and touring is “living the dream.” “Sometimes I have to stop and appreciate that this is our reality,” she said. For their performance at the Arts Center, Folsom is looking forward to sharing the harmonies they create when together. “Each of us tour solo and are used to holding our own, but it’s delightful to come together and create something new,” she said. “The sum is greater than the parts.” They’ll perform most of the set together and plan to include a mix of both old and new material. Barris has a new album this year while Folsom is working on one. They both said they tend to go off feel and “tune in” to see which songs to play during a concert. “That’s where the magic happens,” said Barris. “We allow the show to flow.” For more information on Barris and Folsom, visit their websites at rebeccafolsom.com and sallybarris.com. Tickets for the June 2 show are available for $20, general admission, by visiting starrsguitars.com or calling 970-856-2331. The concert will start at 7 p.m. at the Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center, 195 West Main St.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

Personnel changes

The Cedaredge Police Department has a new officer, Kayden Long, sworn in May 16 at the Cedaredge trustee meeting (pictured above). Recently Sgt. Roy Spiker retired from 20 years of serving in Delta County to serve overseas. Officer Jake Hernandez will now step up to be sergeant. Below, Sanders is pictured promoting him to that post at the Cedaredge Board of Trustees meeting May 16. His official start date is May 25.

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Ditch, decrees talk draws a crowd BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS calls take into account with change. Staff Writer

The third of four in a series between the Cedaredge Library and the Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center, Water 103, featured several presenters the evening of May 9 — Jason Ullmann, assistant division engineer DWR; John Cooper, president of Trickle Ditch Company; Gerald “Jerry” Figueroa, ditch rider for Cedar Mesa Ditch Company; Paul Kehmeier, salinity program coordinator, CDA; Keith Waibel, ditch rider for Orchard Ranch Ditch Company. Previously, Ullman went in depth on prior appropriation. This session he detailed decrees, what they are and their stipulations. Essentially these are a document saying a citizen has the right to use public water for a beneficial purpose. Clearly a hot topic, he received several questions. For example, Ullman pointed out that it’s the citizen’s responsibility to know what water they own. “They should look in their deed to see,” he said since it’s not a legal requirement for owners to notify. Water Resources’ responsibility is to monitor a valid “call” for water, which is the demand for water from a user. Valid

Artist reception planned An artist reception is planned Friday, June 7, 5 to 7 p.m. at Impressionz Gallery. Denise Davis is the Artist of the Month. Davis is a glass artist, but other artists will be there as well — come meet them. Contact RaeAnn for more information at rae-anns@live.com.

responsible use, priority and availability. Next he reviewed the types of ditches, with the two main being private ditches and incorporated ditches or mutual ditch companies. Private are owned by one or more owners who split the water into fractions. Incorporated ditches organize them into a structure that specifies how it’s managed, such as with bylaws and a board of directors. Ullman covered more frequently asked questions, such as clarifying that a ditch owner can in fact enter a property to maintain it and leave the spoils on the side. Next, Holiman reviewed how the ditch systems work in the area. “As water commissioners we make sure the right amount of water goes into the head gates,” he said while pointing out the head gates on a map. Reading a closing thought published in 1890 he urged citizens to understand that working with water isn’t always precise, like clockwork, or steady. To give citizens a first hand account with ditches, Cooper and Kehemier reviewed their experiences. Cooper worked extensively to get his incorporated. The main advantage he cited is value, that ownership is durable and can be passed on. “Your heirs will thank you for not leaving them a complete mess,” he said laughing. To incorporate he put together a team, built a case for change and created a clear vision for what it would look like. Some seed money, historical data, evidence and a sense of urgency is key. One hundred percent of owners joining isn’t needed; some will not be okay

Kehmeier has worked on several ditch projects over the years, but the piping of Orchard Ranch Ditch was his second largest. Piping helps not only increase irrigation, but helps prevent seepage and reduce salinity in the Colorado River. He took on the job of salinity program coordinator to help ditch companies find the funding to transition to piping. Waibel and Figueroa are both ditch riders, which means they patrol and inspect irrigation systems and distribute water to farmers. They shared several photos of ditches and covered some issues, such as how headgates are set up and what’s needed on them. Frequently people ask

why they’re locked and as Waibel pointed out, “it’s because they aren’t left alone.” Figueroa encouraged shareholders of ditches to attend their meetings to learn better how to maintain the ditches. Overall, these water presentations focus on helping the public better understand Surface Creek water, their role with it and how to better manage the precious resource. The final session, Water 104, will be on June 4 at 6 p.m. and discuss reservoirs. A $10 suggested donation helps cover the cost of the programs put on by the Cedaredge Library in conjunction with the Grand Mesa Arts and Events Center.

skits, creating crafts, playing games and enjoying delicious snacks. But most importantly, they’ll learn about how much God loves them and that He gave us His Word to show us the best way to live. These five days of discovery not only give children the knowledge of God’s Word, but also the opportunity to respond to His truth by living out their Christian faith. SonSurf Beach VBS will be an inspirational adventure for your children. Children may register on the first day or preregister by going to the website: cedaredge fbc.org. For more information, call the church at 856-3830.

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The Pondy Tavern in downtown Cedaredge recently celebrated Armed Forces Day with a western-theme dance and patrons ﬁlled a donation jar with contributions for local veterans. Last week D.J. Hladik (right) presented a check for proceeds from the fundraiser to Captain Mike Trickey, executive director of the Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans (WHAFV). In addition to holding periodic fundraising events, tavern owners DJ and his wife Barb also provide a meeting place for a monthly gathering of Delta County veterans. The Montrose-based WHAFV sponsors the gathering. The Pondy provides free coffee and another Cedaredge merchant, Stacy’s on Main, contributes free treats for the veterans who meet at the tavern from 10 a.m.-noon on the third Tuesday of every month.

Registrants will meet at Cedaredge Library at 9 a.m. Saturday, June 22. Planned return time is 2 p.m. This program is for middle schoolers. A $10 registration fee covers transportation and equipment. Register at Cedaredge Library.

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Mending Hearts provides understanding atmosphere “Mending Hearts” is offered every Thursday for seven weeks beginning Thursday, June 6. This support group meets from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the HopeWest office at 195 Stafford Lane, Delta. Although each person’s grief is unique, those coping with the death of a loved one share a common bond. Mending Hearts provides an understanding atmosphere, where participants can openly share their thoughts and feelings as they navigate their journey through grief.

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LEGACY OUTFITTERS IS an outdoor group for men ages 16 and up that meets monthly each second Monday at the Delta Trap Club for dinner and a speaker. Meetings are free with no membership fees. Call or text 970-463-73355.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNity - Pioneer Town in Cedaredge has volunteer openings for its Welcome Center. One 3-hr shift per week, M-S, May 25 - Oct 5. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Handle museum admissions and gift shop sales. Contact Anne Bridge (970) 8569742. (2x22)

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Delta County Independent

B A C K P A G E

Yaks thrive in Crawford Every one of Powell’s and Stuplich’s yaks have unique names and personalities. Clipper, pictured here, fell in the clipper ditch as a baby and her mom pulled her out.

BY EMY LYNN ROQUE CISNEROS Staff Writer

If you think yaks are only found in the Himalayas, think again. Forty years ago yaks were virtually nonexistent in the United States but their numbers are climbing. As a ranch animal, the yak is a jack of all trades. With proper training yaks can be ridden, packed for backpacking, pull a plow and provide milk, wool and meat. Take a trip to Crawford and you’ll find two ranchers eager to show you how they’re raising yaks and getting the most out of this bovine alternative. “My daughter started looking into sustainable ranching and discovered yaks,” said Bob Stuplich, owner of American White Yak Ranch. He began raising yaks 10 years ago. After learning about them he traveled to Tibet to learn first hand about yak husbandry. He now has a growing herd of 48. Two years ago Stuplich moved to Crawford from Crested Butte because of the yaks. “It was difficult to feed with all the snow and you couldn’t grow hay for them,” he said. His ranch includes several pastures for holding yak bulls, raising baby yaks and growing pasture for feed. Erin Powell, who calls her homestead Steer It Up Ranch, started managing Stuplich’s ranch in February 2018. In 2012 Powell stumbled upon a herd of yaks in Southern Colorado. She now has 11 of her own while managing Stuplich’s herd. Having a degree in zoology, Powell has worked in both zoos and vet offices and with a range of exotic animals. “I became excited to work with [Bob’s] white yaks,” she said. These are Stuplich’s focus for the future, as they’re rarer and their wool can be dyed. DNA testing is being done to see how they get their clean color, but some speculate it stems from being crossbred with cattle. To grow his herd, Stuplich breeds white heifers back to 100 percent yak bulls. A white mom has a 50 percent chance of passing on the dominant gene to her baby. After attending the National Western Stock Show in Denver last winter, Stuplich plans to bring some of the white ones to show. An easy-to-raise species Part of the appeal of raising

yaks is that they require fewer vaccinations and no assistance with calving. Yaks can calve year round in the U.S. and often earlier because they get supported feed. “We’ve had calves every month of the year now,” said Powell. Yaks tend toward a gentle temperament. Even when rarely handled, like the ones Stuplich recently acquired, they usually just take time and patience. “Some can be a challenge to tame but it’s wonderful when something clicks between you and the animal,” he said. One way yaks are tamed is through brushing. In spring when yaks shed they’re brushed instead of sheared to collect the fine fiber undercoat. “It’s pretty time-intensive but great for bonding,” said Powell. “When we pull the brushes out they’ll come and fight over the attention.” Once the wool is collected it’s sent to a fiber mill, cleaned and returned. As roving it can be spun into yarn or easily felted. Yak wool feels like a cloud of cashmere, is strong and sells for a high price — upwards of $25 an ounce. During the summer Powell sells felted hats and other items at markets. Once tamed, yaks can be milked and halter trained for riding and packing. Powell is currently working to create a milking herd. With the highest buttermilk content of any land mammal, yak milk makes rich cheese and yogurt. Agile creatures, yaks navigate rocky terrains well and can carry over 100 pounds. Once the younger yaks on the ranch are halter trained and get bigger, Stuplich plans to start training them for outfitting and backpacking. “They’re sociable and smart,” said Powell. “They say if you train a yak, you can leave them for 20 years, come back and they’ll remember it right away.” Yak meat is more sustainable than beef, and healthier. They eat a third of what a cow eats and are less damaging to the environment. Their meat is 40 percent higher in protein than beef, balanced in omega 3 and 6 oils, and has one-sixth the fat. Many say it has a “delicious and delicate” flavor. Stuplich pointed out that one main reason yaks haven’t taken off, even though their

meat is juicy, is that it takes longer, about three years, to reach butcher weight. But with the milk, fiber and other uses, Powell said they can still be beneficial to a ranch while growing. DNA testing and yak tours

When raising yaks, the only real challenge is having to sell after bonding. “Breeding bulls is hard because they become so gentle, but when they start having daughters around and there’s not enough property to separate them then we have to sell,” he said. “They become like pets, family.” Stuplich had one bull, Sanjaygawa who would even give hugs. A children’s story was written about him in 2011 by Rebecca Braden titled Nordeman, “Sanjaygawa and the Yak Whisperer: A Story of Hope for Young Ones of All Ages.” Another challenge in general, which can actually be beneficial, is that yaks do best at higher elevations and in colder temperatures. They beat the heat by wading into streams or ponds. The USDA is investigating what makes yak hearts and lungs stronger, since brisket, or high mountain disease, is becoming an issue as more cattle experience heart failure at higher altitudes. Recently Powell stepped up as vice President of USYAKs, a community of yak owners. She’s working on a nutrition and fiber study to understand how to better care for these creatures. Members of USYAKS can register their animals and track their genetics. Stuplich is using genetic testing to understand yak DNA and working to keep his herd as yak-pure as possible. He looks for yak with yak mitochondrial DNA since it’s the key to their metabolism and how they process everything in their system. For example, he tested a group of yaks from a meat farm and kept ones that had this special genetic makeup. So far, DNA testing has revealed that most yaks tested in the U.S. have cattle mitochondrial DNA because they’ve been hybridized. While working with their own herds is an important goal, Stuplich and Powell overall want to help more people see the benefits to this multipurpose animal. Part of their mission is to educate the

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

Each of Powell and Stuplich’s yaks have unique names and personalities. Clipper, above, was named after falling in the Clipper Ditch as a baby and her mom pulled her out.

public. To help with that, they to start hosting yak tours this summer. For example, a group could come visit the ranch and have opportunities to ride a yak, brush their coats, spin the wool and felt the fiber. “I learn something new every day working with yaks, both about them and myself,” said Powell. Stuplich agrees. “I get excited to go out at 6

a.m. to see if they have any babies. They’re my pets.” Those curious about yak tours or to wanting to ask more questions about raising yaks in Delta County can reach Stuplich at 970-2091356 or yakbullc@gmail.com. For more information on yaks, check out usyaks.org. Powell also shares her homestead experiences and everything yak at steeritupranch.com.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

While spring is considered calving season, yaks can deliver year round thanks to adequate feed. This baby hit the ground just the day before. Moms will be protective but it’s not unusual to start handling the baby within a few hours of being born.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

Birthing comes naturally for yaks. Calves are born weighing 20-30 pounds. These two are about a month apart in age. Yaks reach maturity in three to six years. Stuplich begins handling yak babies as soon as possible to ensure they are gentle and used to human handling.

Photo by Emy Lynn Roque Cisneros

Hope is a super-wooly yak. She’s often what most Americans picture when they think of the long-haired Himalayan bovine.