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MARCH 7, 2012 VOL. 129, NO. 10

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Convenience store planned at 50, 92

Commercial building picks up BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Commercial development has picked up since the beginning of the year, with the most visible construction yet to come at the corner of Hwy. 50 and 92. Maverik has purchased the six-acre corner parcel which contained Bruton’s Conoco, Pro-Build and B&L Motor Homes. Before a fire swept through shared retail space in 2009, Nichols Carpet and the Salvation Army also occupied a portion of the acreage with a vacant restaurant. The corner will return to its original purpose as a gas station/convenience store, part of the rapidly expanding Maverik chain of stores. The remaining parcels will be sold. Construction permit manager Don Lilyquist said Maverik’s goal is to open 25 to 30 stores a year. The chain is located throughout the western states of Washington, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah and Arizona, but currently has just two stores in Colorado — Fruita and Grand Junction. “We’re looking at two additional parcels in the Grand Junction-Montrose areas, Lilyquist said. Currently, six stores are under construction and 234 are in operation. The timeline for Delta is still uncertain because of

remediation work at the site. At some point, underground storage tanks discharged fuel into the soil. Once the extensive testing is completed and the contaminated soil has been removed, Maverik will begin working through the design approval process with the City of Delta. “I suspect we’re at least two months, possibly as many as four, before we begin construction,” Lilyquist said. “Once we begin, we’ll be on a 130-day construction schedule.” The current structure will be razed, and a bright, cheerful convenience store will be built from the ground up. The convenience store will have a full range of food items, as well as an onsite bakery where breads and pastries are baked fresh every day. Outside there will be 10 fueling stations. Maverik bills itself as “adventure’s first stop,” so all stores are built around an outdoor theme. Lilyquist said the Delta store will look very similar to the operations in Fruita and Grand Junction, except that it will be slightly larger at 4,600 square feet. The entire operation will be open 24 hours a day, requiring 12 to 15 employees to cover all the shifts. The store director has not yet been assigned, Lilyquist said. Colorado West Ophthalmology East on Highway 92, Sul-

Rec center pool to close for a month BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

The pool at Bill Heddles Recreation Center is slated to be closed for about a month beginning April 2. The primary purpose is to replace the dehumidifcation unit, but while the pool is closed the surfaces of the main and tot swimming pools will also be replastered. “The dehumidifcation system is 20 years old and has been limping along for 10,” said Renee Ealey, assistant director of the rec center. The HVAC unit will be moved into a “bump out” to be built adjacent to the pool area. “We will have to break out walls, and add some concrete out back,” Ealey said. Replacement of overhead ductwork will also take place. The pool has to be drained to bring in lifts to reach those ducts. While the pool is closed, the wood in the sauna will be replaced, repairs will be made to the pump, and the pool deck will be recaulked. “Ideally we won’t be closed

the entire month,” Ealey said. The goal is to be open in early May for the rush of end-of-year school programs and the beginning of summer usage. The rec center dehumification system, called a pool pak, went to bid in October 2011. Four bids were received, with the winning bid of $441,800 submitted by Cooling’s Heating & Air Conditioning of Montrose. The other three bids topped $500,000. Resurfacing will be done by High Country Pools & Spas of Fort Collins. Just two qualified bids were received for this project, which includes the addition of drain covers, a safety feature now required by federal law. High Country’s bid totaled $153,130. The main and tot swimming pools were last resurfaced in early 2000. According to rec center director Wilma Erven, years of chemicals have simply “eaten” the plaster down to concrete in several large areas.

livan Construction is erecting an office building that will be shared by Colorado West Ophthalmology and Alpine Optical. The new office is located at 1426 Mesa View, near Delta

County Federal Credit Union. “We are building a new office in Delta to better meet the needs of our patients in Delta and the surrounding areas,” said Karen Winkel-

man, Colorado West Ophthalmology. Currently, there’s a six- to eight-week wait for appointments with the one ophthalmologist the current COMMERCIAL BLDG. TO A3

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Piling it on The feel of spring is in the air, even on Grand Mesa where February storms have finally pushed snowpack closer to expected levels. The NCRS SNOTEL site shows Mesa Lakes at 81 percent of normal. Statistics aside, there’s plenty of the white stuff for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the incredible opportunities for snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing found on Grand Mesa.

North Delta tunnel repair is ‘a big job’ BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Repair of last summer’s collapse inside a quarter-milelong irrigation tunnel beneath Cory Grade is turning out to be, as predicted, a big job. The North Delta Irrigation Company owns a canal and tunnel that provide irrigation water from the Gunnison River to some 2,000 acres of local farm land. Last year as the damage was still being assessed, North Delta Irrigation Company president Ken Nelson told the DCI that it would take more than a small bandage to repair the tunnel, “This is going to cost,” he said. The company has since approached the Gunnison Basin Water Roundtable and the Glenwood Springs-based Colorado River Water Conservation District (commonly known as “The River District”) about possible funding assistance. Lynn French of Crawford said the company is hopeful that funding assistance in the

form of a grant/loan package will be approved in time for work to begin this spring and, hopefully, completed by June 1. “At their annual meeting, the members of the company voted almost unanimously to increase their assessments to pay the loan portion,” French said. “We have gotten very positive feedback from the state staff,” he added Tom Alvey, Delta County’s representative on The River District’s board of directors, reported to the county commissioners on Monday, March 5, that cost estimates for reopening and shoring up the collapsed tunnel section ranged from $1.6 million to $2.35 million. French said the company is hopeful its application will be approved by the state at a scheduled March 20 meeting. The section of tunnel under Cory Bench has by all assessments served its useful life. French explained the engineering solution chosen will replace the tunnel section

with a 54-inch-diameter heavy polymer-resin pipe reinforced with extensive concrete grouting that will run through the entire tunnel section. Last summer’s collapse created a true emergency that has been met with cooperation and a lot of hard work to put the proposed solution in place now, French explained. A number of solutions were proposed and discussed, but the new pipeline is expected to work best well into the future. It will serve as the beginning of planned long-range system improvements that will pipe the company’s water from 2100 Road to Highway 65, and then beyond. In spite of the high cost of repairs, Alvey noted that the North Delta system is vitally important and “would be a significant loss to the area.” North Delta Irrigation Company was able to draw supply from a junior decree on Tongue Creek last year when abundant water was available. French credited the City TUNNEL REPAIR TO A3

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Delta County School District is seeking volunteers to participate in the interview of finalists for the superintendent of schools position. Participants must be available for a two-hour training session Tuesday, April 17, at 7 p.m., and the day of Saturday, April 21, for interviews. Two committees will be selected by the Delta County Board of Education. Each committee will consist of 8-12 members. Interested participants can find an application on the school district’s website, www.deltaschools.com. Applications are due March 26.

The Delta County Clerk & Recorder’s Office will conduct a coordinated election by mail to fill the boards of special districts. The election is scheduled May 8; ballots will be mailed on about April 19. Two directors will be selected for fouryear terms on the board of directors of Delta County Memorial Hospital. Board president Thelma Starner is term limited; the other seat is held by John Breitnauer Jr., who is seeking re-election. The other three candidates are Diana Hanson, David Lane and Barry Singleton. Three 4-year terms will be filled on the

board of directors of the Delta County Ambulance District. Six candidates have expressed interest: Pamela Baysinger, Teresa Ferganchick, Bud Holmes, Shirls Kaiser, Kathie Lester and Kathleen Ryan. Kaiser and Lester currently serve on the ambulance board with Alana Foster, who is not seeking re-election. Hotchkiss Fire District #4 will expand its boundaries with approval from the affected residents. The North Fork Pool, Parks & Recreation District will also be included in the election, but county elections officials had no information on candidates.

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OPINION

LETTERS

An introduction to CAWS

Let’s pack the gym for scholarship basketball game Dear Editor: I am writing to thank the community of Delta for their support of the DHS Lady Panthers basketball team as they defeated Conifer 64-44 in the first round of the 4A state baskeball playoffs. The Delta High School gymnasium was packed with enthusiastic supporters; the scene was exhilirating. I would love to see the gym packed again on Thursday, March 29, for the fourth annual Jack Hawkins’ Memorial Scholarship basketball night. The event includes

basketball games between the DHS faculty, students and alumni, a chili supper sponsored by the Delta Volunteer Fire Department, and other activities. There will be a small fee for admission to the games and an additional fee for the chili supper. All funds generated from the games and the supper go directly to the scholarship fund. To date, five $1,000 scholarships have been given in “Big Jack’s” memory to Delta High School graduates Alicia Gieck, Leah Sanford,

Donny Stewart, Tiffany Schaaf and Tyler Jones. Jack believed that all students should have the opportunity to further their education. With community support we hope to award scholarships to two deserving students from the DHS Class of 2012. For more information check the DCI, the school website (DHS. deltaschools.com) or contact me at Delta High School (874-8031) or vdelisle@deltaschools.com). Vicie DeLisle Event Organizer Delta

Trustee refutes comments in letter Dear Editor: I have served on the Paonia Board of Trustees in good faith since 2008. I feel that I need to refute the statements of Karen Fogg in her letter of 2/29/12 as they are factually inaccurate. Karen Fogg states: “Mr. Pevec’s supporters and peer group have found out what many Paonia citizens already knew — Mr. Pevec has the worst attendance record of all the trustees in 20 years of council meetings.” While I am touched that Fogg thinks I have supporters, the rest of the statement is an easily verifiable lie. Minutes of each meeting show that my record puts me right in the middle of the pack for attendance at the sitting councils that I participated in. It is a matter of public record, and not opinion. Lying to defame someone in print is called libel and is often the subject of lawsuits, not just inner vulgarity. As for the meetings I missed this last fall, they were mostly work sessions that I admit I should have been at, however I was working from 7:30 a.m. to 6 or 6:30 p.m. and trying to have dinner with my kids before a 6 p.m. work session followed by a 7 p.m. council meeting. Yes, I am self employed, and I control my hours, but it also means I have a responsibility that can not be put aside. Karen: “We voted him off council once but Mayor Schwieterman brought him back and made him the head of the finance committee.” I was asked to run in that election by a diversity of people that probably would never talk to one another. I agreed, but told them that I find electioneering and self

promotion distasteful and that if they wanted to campaign for me, they could, but I would not. Hence by 14 votes I was not voted in to office. As for Neal bringing me back? Neal is not a voting member of the council except as a tie breaker. I was appointed by unanimous vote of the sitting council, over another candidate, with the support of David Webber (a matter of public record not opinion). Fogg: “But what concerns me more is why year after year both of them chose not to adopt the recommendations of the town’s auditor.” After the 2009 audit the town adopted the recommendations of the audit report as part of its financial policy by vote of council; a matter of public record available in the minutes. The attempts to implement the procedural recommendations by council and staff were continually thwarted by our finance officer, who was allegedly attempting to conceal her misuse of funds. All of the information that both myself, and co-chair of the finance committee Brian Ayers, were able to get about the town’s financial situation was vetted through the finance officer. I am in no way trying to shrug responsibility for the conditions that led to a member of staff allegedly misusing funds. It is clearly part of the job we accept on council. I have repeatedly accepted responsibility on the public record. We as leaders are being open and honest with the situation and facilitating the changes that should be made. The real crime would be if we did not learn from this fiasco. If I thought that resigning would be productive for Paonia, I would. The fact is the amount of money

THANK YOU from the friends and family of

Howard Berkman Friends and family of Howard Berkman wish to acknowledge the outpouring of support for his music and his memory since his passing on October 29, 2011. Proceeds from several sources, including benefit concerts in Paonia and Chicago (to be held 3/18/2012) as well as future benefits, sales of cds, and a forthcoming songbook will contribute to music scholarships in Howard’s memory. For more information, go to www.howardberkman.com and click on scholarships. Specific thanks go to the following: PAONIA MEMORIAL AND SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT CONCERT – Mike Gwinn, Mountain Harvest Festival, especially Sarah & Bill Bishop, KVNF and Jeff Reynolds, for promoting the memorial and the benefit concert; silent auction volunteers, donors of auction items, Jason Jones – poster artist, Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Annette Pretorius and staff, North Fork community; for all the great food and wine contributed – Revolution Brewery, Bob & Candy Penetta, Leroux Creek/wine donation, Black Bridge/wine donation, Flying Fork Restaurant, Tom Wills, Midnight Mesa, Karen Tafejian Mojo, Michael Meadows, Devon Meyers, Gus Brett, North Fork Flyers, The Strolling Scones, Ellen Hutto and Paul Frazier. SPECIAL MENTION to Liz Lillien, Nick and Livvy McMahill, Jeff Reynolds and Harry Knipe – for their radio tribute, John Ohnmacht – for his youtube video tributes, Paonia Public Library and Laura Lee Yates – for the lending library, Delicious Orchards and Geoff and Tracey Schwartz, Gene Lubin, Al Goldberg, Steve Elman, Christie Cantrell, Carol Lund, Claire and Paul Murrill, CAWs, Robin Waters and Cedar Keshet. Thank you to local musicians - Johnny O, Rick Stockton, Helen Highwater and JoeAlan Meador – who keep the songs and stories alive through their performances. And thank you to all Howard’s friends, and all who love and remember Howard.

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allegedly embezzled is not material to the financial well-being of the town. In the final analysis the cost of this alleged crime to the town will be minimal, as our strategy to recover the funds is thorough, and the procedural outcomes of this crisis will bear fruit for many years. The truth is Paonia is in great financial health and will benefit immensely from the process of establishing daily procedures to insure that people in positions of trust can not spend money inappropriately, and the people tasked with over sight are cross trained in the new system well enough to guarantee it. It is very hard to walk into any system and expect to be able to make heads or tails of it, let alone when someone is allegedly sabotaging it. The suspicious activity was found by our auditor, a professional forensic accountant, and the investigation has been handed to CBI. Fogg: “The mayor should have put trustees on the finance committee who not only could add and subtract, but who understood the necessity of checks and balances.” Just take that as it is, no explanation necessary. I have learned a lot from participating on the town council, and thank all of the trustees for their support and participation — they are dedicated and hardworking. It’s a big deal to give up your time without any potential for personal rewards. I have observed the “campsite rule” and am leaving the town better off than I found it. The education I received is the return for my time. Working with Neal Schweiterman and David Webber has informed my perspective, and to them I am grateful. Please let this rebuttal of Karen Fogg’s letter show that there are productive ways for the town to move forward precipitated by the current crisis. It is clear to me that a trustee needs to be patient, honest and open-minded to the ideas expressed by all of the town’s citizens. Before voting in April please ask yourself if Karen Fogg’s demonstrated penchant for deceitful and accusatory comments without calm informed reflection is what you want in a Paonia trustee? Lucien Pevec Paonia

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Dear Editor: The board of directors of Delta County CAWS (Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter) would like to introduce our organization to the people of Delta County and invite all to the official CAWS grand opening of the shelter on May 5. CAWS would also like to dispel some confusion which may be occurring due to CAWS taking over operations of the Delta County Animal Shelter. The shelter will continue to be run by the city until April 1 when CAWS will take over operations. The shelter has 12 dog kennels, six of which will be dedicated to the City of Delta for impounds and quarantined dogs. The other six will house adoptable pets in CAWS’ program, some of which may be city impounds which have been relinquished after a five-day holding

period. There are also 12 kennels at the shelter for cats. Teresa Kallsen, who currently works as a part-time employee at the shelter, will remain an employee of the city until April 1 and then will become an employee of CAWS. Ryla Pavlisick, who has completed training as an animal control officer, will be patrolling the streets of Delta, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Police officers will continue to respond to reports of dog bites and vicious or aggressive animals when Pavlisick is not on duty. As of the first of April, CAWS will begin working toward staffing the shelter from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week with trained volunteers and augmented by paid staff. Until April 1, the shelter will only be open Thursday through Monday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

There will be a variety of volunteer opportunities at the shelter, and we really need people who care about animals to join us in making the shelter a success. The public is invited to stop in for our open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays to learn about volunteering at the shelter and to visit adoptable animals. The shelter is located at the end of 4th Street, east of Main Street in Delta. For more information, or if you are looking to adopt an animal, please contact CAWS@CAWSonline.org or call 527-3350. If you are a Delta city resident and have lost or found a pet, call the shelter at 874-1078. CAWS Board of Directors Rand Kokernot Lynn Wetherell Kathy Reich John Martindale JoAnn Kalenak Dave Anderson

Thank the farmers who provide the necessities of life Dear Editor: Where does your food come from? If you’re like many Americans, the answer is the grocery store. And frankly, that disturbs me. The grocery store isn’t where food comes from — it’s just from where it’s distributed. In reality, far too many people are unaware of the role of American agriculture in their daily lives . . . and what it really takes to have food on their dinner table. Just a few generations ago, most people were a part of — and

had friends or relatives involved with — agriculture. Today, that’s no longer the case. That’s why I’m writing, because agriculture is responsible for providing the necessities of life . . . food, fiber, clothing, and shelter. And it’s about time Americans recognize that contribution! American farmers are working harder than ever, and it shows. Today, each American farmer feeds more than 144 people. And the need for food produced in the United States is dramatic. Agriculture is

Follow the money Dear Editor: Watergate’s lesson to follow the money remains germane and must be applied when considering the touted merits of Keystone XL. Industry framing and mainstream GOP rhetoric tout increases in local jobs and energy independence as prime reasons for approving this project. Yes, a few ephemeral jobs will indeed be made available during construction, but let’s not be disingenuous on the energy independence front. Many pipelines already carry crude from the tar sands to refineries in the U.S. Far closer than Galveston, most of their refined products actually remain in the U.S. and are utilized here. No, the prime purpose for moving Canadian crude to Texas coast refineries is to facilitate export to foreign markets, aggrandizing a few at the expense of the many. This is poor policy and sadly, another example of business as usual. The heavy hand of industry lobbying is obvious here with profit and not American independence their real target. As ener-

gy autonomy is lauded as a major American policy goal, we should not be shipping BTUs overseas. Keystone XL is not in the best interests of the country. Mitchell Gershten MD Paonia

this nation’s #1 export and vitally important in sustaining a healthy economy. And it’s not just the farmer who makes our food possible. The entire agriculture industry, all the way to the grocery store, are vital links in a chain that brings food to every citizen — and millions of people abroad. Frankly, it’s easy to take agriculture for granted in America. Our food is readily accessible and safe. For this, we’re unbelievably fortunate, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have an obligation to recognize how it’s made possible. Take time to thank someone who is involved in agriculture everyday and especially during National Agriculture Week, March 410. National Ag Day is March 8. Teresa Burns Black Mesa CattleWomen Hotchkiss

Protect our children Dear Editor: “It’s a disgrace,” said Sandra Ugalde, and she is very right. I refer you to the Delta County Independent article dated Feb. 29, “Mother of sex assault victim pleads for justice.” It is time to protect our children from sexual assault, and support them. It is very much past the time to begin sentencing their abusers to serious jail time. In Delta County, it seems to be the norm for sexual predators to expect little or no jail time if they are convicted. Why are these cases being downgraded to low level felonies by the district attorney’s office? Why are the sentences

handed out so ridiculously lenient? Do we NOT CARE about our children? It is an outrage! It is time for all of us to stand up and require some justice from our judicial system. The sentencing hearing for this latest case was set for March 6, but has been given a continuance to March 28 at 10 a.m. Before then, please contact the district attorney at 1200 North Grand, Montrose, phone number 252-4260. You might also contact the court at Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Delta CO 81416. Our children are worth fighting for, then and now. Karen Cline Eckert

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Change can be Elks’ Charity Ball was a success a good thing Dear Editor:

Dear Editor: I read with interest a letter in the paper a few weeks ago by a fomer school board member who was upset by the changes taking place in the school district. This person is affiliated with a political party that was for change in the 2008 elections when President Obama was elected but seems very upset by change in our schools. I for one, have a great deal of confidence in our Delta County School Board. They, like boards before them, have the quality education of our children in a fiscally responsible manner as their goal. Give them some time and I believe you will find that change can be a good thing. Dawn Ullrey Paonia

The Delta Elks held their Charity Ball on Feb. 11. We would like to thank the following sponsors for their donations to the silent auction, which was a huge success: Delta — Cooper Family Chiropractic, Moonshine Liquor, Hellman Motor Co., D & B Liquors, Hellman Chevrolet, The Sunflower Room, 2nd Edition, Pest Away, Delta Floral, Big O Tires, Bill Heddles Recreation Center, NAPA Auto Parts, Walmart, Ace Hardware, Smiling Aviation, Papa Murphy’s, Devil’s Thumb Golf Club, Wells Fargo Bank, Sisson Feed & Seed, US Tractor, The Stockyard Restaurant, Daveto’s Italian Restaurant, Modern Appliance Company, the Emblem Club. Cedaredge/Eckert — Cedaredge Golf Course, Wildfire Pizzeria & Wine Bar, Grand Mesa Salon & Spa. Olathe — Olathe True Value Hardware. Montrose — Black Canyon Jet Center, Black Canyon Golf Course, The Bridges Golf and Country Club, Cobble Creek Golf Course, Mountain Bladerunner Helicopter. Ridgway — San Juan Balloon Adventures. Ouray — City of Ouray, Box Canyon Lodge, Ouray Chalet Inn, Switzerland of America Jeep Tours. Grand Junction — Partners (Powderhorn lift tickets), Western Slope Billiards.

LOCAL NEWS

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Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Clarification Councilmember Ed Sisson called regarding the Feb. 29 article, “Councilmember stands firm: Condemnation is not an emergency.” Sisson said he agreed with the stand taken by councilmember Robert Jurca, and would have also voted against an emergency ordinance if the matter had moved forward to a vote. Instead, the emergency provision was passed and the ordinance will not take effect until after a second reading and subsequent publication.

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Delta County 4-H’ers served approximately 2,399 dinners at their 62nd annual 4-H Beef Roast Sunday, March 4. A total of 1,122 meals were served at Hotchkiss High School and another 1,277 at Delta Middle School. Proceeds provide funding to support educational programming for boys and girls in Delta County who participate in the 4-H program. Members, leaders, parents and the CSU Extension Service thank all the volunteers for their work in helping prepare and serve the meal, along with Delta Middle School and Hotchkiss High School for the use of their facilities. Thanks, also, to the patrons of the beef roast.

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The Bureau of Land Management is hosting public meetings in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming to answer questions about and solicit comments on its oil shale and tar sands Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement (Draft PEIS). In Colorado, the meeting will be held Monday, March 12, at the BLM Colorado River Valley Office, 2300 River Frontage Road, in Silt. It begins

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at 7 p.m. BLM officials will be on hand to take written comments and assist with the commenting process. The Draft PEIS is being prepared by the BLM to assess a range of management alternatives for future oil-shale and tar sands activities on public lands. The Notice of Availability of the Draft PEIS was issued in the Federal Register on Feb. 3. A 90-day public comment period began that day and

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Cory Bench. The new pipeline will have capacity to carry the company’s entire decreed entitlement, French explained. The tunnel had been in service since 1901. The North Delta Irrigation system takes water out of the Gunnison River near Austin. From there, the 23-milelong canal/tunnel system carries water for 174 irrigators to its termination near West Winds Air Park.

El Pomar gives to county non-profits The El Pomar Foundation, based in Colorado Springs, has donated $47,500 to local non-profit organizations. “It’s a pleasure and a privilege to work with El Pomar because it asks local people to give money away to deserving nonprofits,” said Betsy Marston, a member of the foundation’s San Juan Advisory Council. The groups receiving checks include: • Backpack, an early learning program of the Delta County School District, $35,000. • Delta Opportunity School, a program of the Delta County School District, $1,500. • Delta-Montrose Electric Association’s Roundup program for needy families, $7,500. • Delta Food Pantry, $1,500. • Surface Creek Food Pantry, $2,000. The advisory council meets several times a year and is headed by William Ward, an El Pomar board member.

“We will not only be able to increase the coverage of doctors in this office, and alleviate crowding in Montrose, we’ll also have a great new facility to see our patients,” she said. Delta Orthopedics On Cottonwood Street, Dr. John Knutson, an orthopedic surgeon, is erecting a building in a subdivision he established several years ago. He and physician’s assistant Jacob Oberheu currently see patients in an office at Horizons Care Center in Eckert. They hope to move into their new building in June. The general contractor is Curtis McCrackin.

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Hospital provides information about RSV Delta County Memorial Hospital has recently encountered patients with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) bronchiolitis, some of whom have become quite ill with pneumonia. The RSV season is expected to last through April 2012 • Bronchiolitis is infection and mucus in the airway tubes

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• It usually starts like a common cold, but can progress to a more severe cough, wheezing, difficult breathing, or (for infants) a pause in breathing. • Hospital admission may be required for oxygen and fluids support if more severe disease develops. • High risk populations typically include kids attending daycare, or those with underlying lung or heart disease, prematurity, a poor immune system, asthma/secondhand smoke exposure, and especially infants under 6 months old. This season, however, DCMH has seen unusually severe disease in children 2 years old. • Transmission is usually through direct contact (hands with secretions touching nose,

mouth, or eyes); older siblings may infect the younger kids. • Call your doctor if your child shows any increased problem with breathing, has fever >100.4 (<3 months old), or fever >100.4 for more than 3 days (>3 months old), or is not taking enough fluids for normal urine output • Call 911 if your child stops breathing, turns pale or blue, is grunting to breathe, or is getting tired of working hard to breathe. To prevent RSV, avoid passive smoke exposure; stay away from adults and children who are sick; avoid childcare centers especially for higher risk kids and infants; and wash hands frequently with soap and water or with alcohol hand rubs.

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Royalty crowned Bob and Arlene McGarvin were crowned king and queen during the Delta Elks’ annual Charity Ball. This was the first year the event was open to the public, and the first time a king and queen were recognized. Proceeds from the evening — which included dinner, dancing, a silent auction and a raffle — go to the Elks Charity Fund, which is distributed to the community through various programs.

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Little boy fun Keagan and Kandice Crespin were the winners of the Lightning Dance at the annual motherson dance hosted by Bill Heddles Recreation Center on Feb. 25. This year’s event featured the characters from the movie Cars.

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Department of Agriculture commodities will be distributed Thursday, March 22, at the following locations: Delta — First Assembly of God gym, 762 Dodge Street. Cedaredge — Masonic Hall, 295 W. Main Street. Hotchkiss — Heritage Hall, Delta County Fairgrounds. Distribution begins at 9 a.m., and ends at 1 p.m., or earlier if items are no longer available. To receive commodities, you must be a resident of Delta County and meet income eligibility guidelines of $1,679 monthly for a family of

one, $2,268 for a family of two, $3,446 for a family of four, and $4,624 for a family of six. A typical household will receive the following as long as the items are available: tomato juice, frozen chicken, cereal, dried plums, canned apricots, canned green beans, canned chicken, milk, sweet potatoes, tomato sauce, pasta, beef stew and pistachios. Please bring some form of identification. If picking up commodities for another household, an ID and a note from that household is required. For more information, call 874-2039.

BIRTHS Jesus and Misty Banuelos of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Gia Margarita Aleera Banuelos, born Feb. 25, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 5 pounds, 14 ounces and was 18.5 inches in length.

chez, born Feb. 25, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces and was 19 inches in length.

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Kyle Jorgensen and Jamie Avello of Paonia are the parents of a daughter, Preslie Olivia Jorgensen, born Feb. 23, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces and was 17 inches in length.

Isaac Reed and Alisha Tuck of Delta are the parents of a Leap Year baby born Feb. 29, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. Bryson Lee Reed weighed 6 pounds, Katie Peebles and 1.8 ounces and was 19 Brandon Denny of Billinches in length. ings, Mont., are the parents of a son, Dawson Rigoberto and Jean- W., born Feb. 27, 2012, nette Sanchez of Delta in Billings. He weighed 7 are the parents of a son, pounds, 2 ounces and was Enrique Samuel San- 22 inches in length.

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Weekly Lenten services continue Redeemer Lutheran Church (Missouri Synod) at 1000 Pioneer Road in Delta will hold mid-week services on Wednesdays throughout the Lenten Season culminating in special Holy Week observances and Easter Sunday. Pastor Jeffrey Ryan welcomes all to worship with Redeemer Lutheran Church throughout the season of Lent. All of the Wednesday evening services will begin at 7 p.m. Pastor Ryan has selected as the overall theme for his mid-week services, “The Miracles of Lent.” Following is the schedule of services and his sermon titles: Mid-week Service #3, March 7 — “The Earthquake” from Matthew 27:51b; Hebrews 12:2529; Matthew 26:36-56. Mid-week Service #4, March 14 — “The Splitting Rocks” from Matthew 27:51c; Romans 8:18-30; Matthew 26:57, 27:10. Mid-week Service #5, March 21 — “The Open Tomb” from Matthew 27:52-53; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58; Matthew 27:1126. Mid-week Service #6, March 28 — “The Faith of

Soldiers” from Matthew 27:54; Romans 15:8-13; Matthew 27:27-31. SHAMROCK STEW Holy Week observance You don’t have to be Irish at Redeemer Lutheran Church begins with to enjoy this savory stew. Palm Sunday service at Homemade dumplings make 9 a.m. April 1, followed it extra special. 8 Servings by Maundy Thursday Prep: 20 min. service April 5 at 7 p.m.; Cook: 1-1/4 hrs. Good Friday service April 6 at 7 p.m.; and Easter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Sunday worship at 9 a.m. 3/4 teaspoon salt, optional April 8.

Donations needed for community yard sale Prevention & Recovery for Delta County, formerly Meth-Free Delta County, is collecting items for our Pay It 4Ward Community Yard Sale to be held April 4 at the Lions Pavilion. If you have items in good condition to donate to a great cause, please call 201-2901 to arrange pickup. Your support of this fundraiser will aid Prevention & Recovery’s efforts to assist clients with their recovery from substance abuse.

1/4 teaspoon pepper 1-1/2 to 2 pounds beef top round steak, cut into 1inch cubes 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce 2 cups water 1 large onion, sliced 1 teaspoon dried marjoram 1 bay leaf 1 pound carrots, cut into 1inch pieces 1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas DUMPLINGS: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 cup milk 1 egg, lightly beaten 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt if desired and pepper; set aside 2 tablespoons. Add meat to bowl and toss to coat. In a Dutch oven or large soup kettle, over medium heat, cook the meat in oil until no longer pink; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, water and reserved flour mixture. Add onion, marjoram and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add carrots; cover and simmer for 45 minutes. Stir in peas. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes for until the vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaf. For dumplings, in a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Stir in milk, egg, oil and parsley if desired. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto simmering stew. Cover and cook for 12-14 minutes or until done. Do not lift the cover. Serve immediately.

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Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Nursing scholarships presented at luncheon The community once again showed its support for the nursing program at Delta-Montrose Technical College recently as organizations came together to award $10,150 in scholarships to practical nursing students. The 18 scholarships were awarded during a scholarship luncheon at DMTC on Feb. 22. “I would like to express our gratitude for all of the organizations who support our students with scholarships,” said Birdie Young, practical nursing program coordinator at DMTC. The following scholarships were awarded this year: The Judy Davis Scholarship was established by the practical nursing class of 2010 for a student with high academic standing. It is in recognition of long-time nursing instructor Judy Davis.

The scholarship was presented by Judy Davis and Connie Bingaman, past co-president of the Class of 2011 Brigid Heckel received a scholarship for $500. This scholarship is funded by donations, which can be made through DMTC at any time. The Shari Barclay Nursing Excellence Award is an annual award presented to a student with high academics in the practical nursing program. The $500 scholarship was presented to Emily Stutzman by Shari Barclay and Cyndy Vrabec. This scholarship is funded by donations. Donations may be made through DMTC at any time. Delta Rotary president Nancy Wood and Rotarian Jim Wetzel awarded $750 scholarships to Amanda Slogar and Kelsey DeLatorre.

Horizons Care Center, represented by Joshua Jones, presented eight scholarships. Kelsey DeLatorre was awarded $1,000, Angela Vassallo was awarded $750, Denise Bryndal and Erin Lewis were each awarded $500, and Laretha Palmer, Pam Bean, Amanda Logan, and Deanne Stanberry received $250 scholarships. Hotchkiss Kiwanis Club’s fifth annual scholarship was presented by Katy and Earl Busby and John Austin to Dulcesima Coleman ($1,000) and Tayler Young ($1,000). This scholarship is funded by an annual spring fish fry and winter Christmas tree sale. There were also four memorial scholarships awarded. The Ron Stucker Memorial Scholarship established by Delta County Breast Cancer Survivors Women’s Sup-

port Group was presented for the fifth year. Dulcesima Coleman received the $400 scholarship. The Ruth Rathmell Wing Scholarship was established by the BL Chapter of the Montrose Philanthropic Education Organization (PEO).

Chairman of education Betty Jean Metcalf presented a $500 scholarship to Lisa Harper. Montrose Black Canyon Kiwanis presented the Hal Koontz Memorial Scholarship for $500 to Kristin Simms. The Charles and Viv-

ian VanDenBerg Memorial Scholarship was established by their son Dr. John VanDenBerg. Dr. VanDenBerg presented Erin Lewis with a $500 scholarship. Donations may be made to this scholarship through DMTC at any time.

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School district serves 571 special ed students School District #50 is related services at no cost disabilities. Just over 10 gible for the free services, responsible for provid- for children between the percent of the students compared to 9.7 percent Delta County Joint ing special education and ages of 3 and 21 with in Delta County are eli- in Montrose County and 10.4 percent in Mesa County. Nationally, students with disabilities make up about 13 percent of the student population. An overview of the services provided to students with disabilities, presented by Sandie Jungers, director of special services, was the topic of a recent focus meeting with the Delta County School Board. School board members, three of whom are newly elected, host the focus meetings periodically to educate themselves about different aspects of operations. Personnel, the budget and curriculum have also Photo submitted been topics of focus meetings. Jungers explained that On Feb. 23, Lincoln Elementary and the Kiwanis Club of Delta recognized the Virtuous Kids: (top each student is individurow) Preston Hodgin (diligent), Pascalina Earley (compassion), Joshua St. Peter (responsible), Zachally assessed to determine ary Kearns (responsible), Mickinzie Engledow (responsible), Jessica Minerich (responsible), Gabriella eligibility for special eduGonzalez (responsible), Missa Webb (honest), Briana Phillips (diligent), Tenayah Pfifer (hard worker), cation and what services Nathaniel Mason (sharing), Jennifer Carrasco (diligent), Emily Johnson (respectful); (middle row) or programs would be Alexxis Dunn (responsible), Autumn Eddy (responsible), Kaylee Thurston (responsible), Cheyenne most appropriate. To the Fricks (responsible), Yasmani Reyes (responsible), Alex Abila (responsible), Colbi Braslin (responextent possible, children sible), Kolter Davis (responsible), Haydn Wilcox (responsible), Jezreel Couch (responsible), Matt Huff with disabilities are edu(responsible), Eliza Cowley (responsible), Elizabeth Hawkins (responsible), Camren Reed (responcated with their peers. sible), Jacob Merriman (responsible), Edgar Olivas (hard-worker), Hope Campbell (hard worker); Removal of children with (bottom row) Alma Gonzalez (respectful), Noelani Ramon (enthusiastic), Ruben Gaona (responsible), disabilities from the genRyetta Davis (excellent), Ximena Garcia (friendly and courageous), Sabrie Saddoris (self-disciplined), eral educational environDonavan Raley (responsible). Not pictured: Bradyn Carver (responsible), Brody Connally (responment occurs only if the sible), Breck Lashmett (responsible). disability is so severe, the

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Virtuous Kids

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PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION PREESCOLAR

COLORADO PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

WHEN:

March 16, 2012

The Delta Center 822 Grand Avenue Early Registration is VERY important in reserving a spot for next year! TIME: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. WHAT TO BRING: Birth Certificate Immunization Schedule Social Security Card PLEASE BRING YOUR CHILD IF: • He/She has not been through a backpack screening • You have concerns about their skill level WHERE:

When you are ready to turn in your preregistration packet, a staff member will review your paperwork with you. Tuition-free acceptance to preschool may be based on one or more of the following factors: Economic, Educational, Social and Family Circumstances. If your child is accepted to preschool, you will be notified sometime in May. A limited number of tuition slots are available.

COLORADO PRESCHOOL SLOTS AVAILABLE AT: DELTA BELA Preschool March 16, 2012 CEDAREDGE Little Sprouts April 2-6, 2012 (Call 856-4648 for appointment) HOTCHKISS Hotchkiss BELA Pre K-8 April 30, 2012 No 3-year-olds are accepted at Hotchkiss Preschool.

Montessori PAONIA Paonia BELA Preschool April 25, 2012 CRAWFORD Crawford BELA Preschool March 30,2012

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HORA: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. QUE NECESITA TRAER: Acta de Nacimiento Cartillia de las Vaccunas Tarjeta de Seguro POR FAVOR DE TRAER A SU NINO/A SI: • no le han hecho un examen de dial (de aprendizaje) • tiene preocupacion de el desarrollo de el o ella Cuando usted este listo para entregar su paquete de preinscripcion, un miembro del personal revisara los papeles con usted. Aceptacion a la escuela preescolar puede ser basada en uno o mas de los siguientes: Economico, Educacion, Circumstancias Sociales y de Familia. Si su hijo/a es aceptado a la escuela preescolar, usted sera notificado en Mayo.

LUGARES PREESCOLARES ESTAN DISPONIBLES EN: DELTA BELA Preschool 16 de Marzo de 2012 CEDAREDGE Little Sprouts 2-6 de Abril de 2012 (Call 856-4648 for appointment) HOTCHKISS Hotchkiss BELA Pre K-8 30 de Abril de 2012 Nino’s de 3 anos NO SON ACEPTADOS en la escuela de Hotchkiss

Montessori PAONIA Paonia BELA Preschool 25° de Abril de 2012 CRAWFORD Crawford BELA Preschool 30 de Marzo de 2012

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child can not be satisfactorily educated even with the use of aids and supplementary services. “All children with or without disabilities deserve the opportunity to participate with their peers, develop friendships, and receive an appropriate education. That is what the special education staffs strive for when planning a program for students with special needs,” Jungers said. Special education services are available in the district’s alternative programs, as well as traditional schools. The district provides special services to 571 students in the traditional schools, including 39 students in Vision schools. Last fall, the district added a part-time special education coordinator to work with the Vision schools and their families. The coordinator doesn’t work directly with the students, except to conduct evaluations or progress monitor. She meets with the resource consultants to make sure the curriculum matches the student’s needs, and she works with parents to coordinate services that are available only at traditional schools, such as speech therapy. The school district employs five speech therapists, three part-time occupational therapists, five school psychologists, half-time audiologist, and 29 certified teachers. In the traditional and Vision schools, 74 paraprofessionals work with students with disabilities or special education staff. Some are parttime employees. Jungers said, “We have an excellent staff, both certified and classified, who work with our students with disabilities. It does get tricky at times to schedule staff that are shared between buildings but we have dedicated staff who make it work.” For four consecutive years, Delta County’s special services department has achieved the highest level of recognition from the state for complying with the state and federal laws concerning special education. Test scores, however, are below the state level in reading, writing and math. While students with disabilities’ scores have remained stable, the achievement bar is being raised for all students in Colorado. Each building staff is working to address these gaps and increase student growth.

Stalcup moves on to state science fair BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

Sarah Stalcup, a sophomore at Delta High School, was a top finisher at the regional science fair in Grand Junction. She won two tops awards: $100 for the Bill Baird Cold Water Conservation Award from the Grand Valley Anglers, and $200 for the S.M. Stoller Corporation Science Award. Stalcup advances to state competition in April. The daughter of Terry and Paula Stalcup, Sarah was the only DHS student to complete a science fair project. Her project was based on a science and engineering apprenticeship she did with the U.S. Forest Service last summer. The topic was so interesting, she is turning it into a multi-year science fair project. The title of her project is “Riparian Area Multiple Indicator Monitoring.” The project stems from data collection on Big Dominguez Creek. Liston’s science teacher, Robin Liston, encouraged her to enter her project in the regional science fair.

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Speech team qualifies for state The DHS speech team trict tournament, where the state tournament. team qualified for state, traveled to Durango Feb. nearly half of the team In interpretive events, while several more were 24 and 25 for the dis- qualified to compete in three members of the named as alternates. In humor, Taylor King and Haley Donathan both qualified, and Jeremy Dziubasik was named an alternate. In poetry, Ridge Green qualified to compete at state, while Linh Nguyen was named an alternate. Drama saw Amadi Houston named as an alternate, while in duo Ayasha and Alysha Richards were named alternates. Public speaking events saw both Delta Photo submitted extemporaneous speakThe following Garnet Mesa fourth and fifth grade students earned a Terrific Kid ers qualify for state Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible citizen — Nick Dziubasik in and student: Trevor Ledesma, Jackelin Suarez, Dominick Abeyta, Shad Lewis, national extemp and Lennise Ball and Jenny Nicholson. Paige Bowling in foreign extemp. Rachel Tallent was named an alternate in original oratory. Debate competition saw the public forum team of Sawyer Keeline and Valerie Velasco qualify to go to state with a 3-1 record. Those who qualified will head to Fort Collins for the state tournament to be held on March 16 and 17. Then the entire squad will be off to Central High Photo submitted School in Grand JuncThe following Garnet Mesa second and third grade students earned a Terrific tion to compete in the Kid Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible national qualifying meet citizen and student: Eric Calzada, Jace Putney, Brittney Kerr, Bernice Rosales, March 23 and 24. Willy Ellis, Keneth Cabrara, Courage Gallegos and Thadius Ashurst.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

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CALENDAR Thur., Mar. 8

JV and Freshmen Baseball at Montrose; Girls Soccer at Battle Mountain, 3:00 & 5:00 p.m.; DHS Choir Concert, 6:00 p.m. Fri., Mar. 9 Registration Deadline for April 14 ACT Test; Girls Tennis at Hotchkiss, 4:00 p.m. Sat., Mar. 10 Baseball at Home vs. Battle Mountain, 11:00 a.m.; Girls Soccer at Home vs. Moffat County, 11:00 a.m. Mon., Mar. 12 Baseball C & JV at Home vs. Rifle, 3:00 p.m.; Parent Accountability Meeting, 6:00 p.m. Tues., Mar. 13 Girls Soccer at Eagle Valley, 3:00 p.m. Wed., Mar. 14 NHS Honors Party, 6:00 p.m. Sponsored By:

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INVITATION TO SOLICIT INTERVIEW TEAM PARTICIPANTS Delta County School District 50J is seeking volunteers to participate in the interview of ﬁnalists for the superintendent of schools position. If you wish to participate you should have the following times available: A. Two-hour training session to be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

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The following Garnet Mesa kindergarten and first grade students earned a Terrific Kid Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible citizen and student: (seated) Aylin Bayles, Jacob Springer, Cole Vance and Sanaa Ashurst; (standing) Katherin Suarez, Taylor Gibson, Ayralin Hoffbauer and Dawson Foreman.

Kids Wellnesscast™ Delta County March 2012 ❒ Seasonal levels of respiratory infections beginning to decrease, with continuing declining levels through April. ❒ Seasonal asthma risk persists through March at declining levels. An Illness Watch™ for asthma in Delta County remains in effect with a high number of children seeking emergency treatment at Delta County Memorial Hospital expected to require hospitalization to manage their asthma in March. Ascel Bio forecasts that seasonal asthma risk will continue to decrease through April in Delta County. ❒ Pneumonia occurrence as a result of the flu or other viruses decreases in March, with continuing declining levels through April. ❒ Impetigo risk levels remain relatively low through March, with increasing risk beginning in April due to streptococcus and staphylococcus bacterial infections, including MRSA. ❒ Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) risk increasing through March. Childcare centers and early-age school classrooms should maintain vigilance with prevention measures. ❒ Seasonal chicken pox risk remains relatively low in March, with increasing risk levels beginning in April. This disease is uncommon in Delta County, but community vigilance is also recommended. ❒ Campylobacteriosis risk remains relatively low in March, with increasing risk levels beginning in April. Other seasonal risks from foodborne illnesses like Salmonella remain low in March. However, non-routine outbreaks are possible and Ascel Bio recommends community vigilance.

For more information visit www.deltahospital.org PUBLIC NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER: Ascel Bio, a U.S.-based, commercial disease forecasting company, is committed to cutting global morbidity, and the mortality of hundreds of infectious diseases, in half by 2035. By taking the guesswork out of disease seasonality, clinicians can anticipate demand for care, aid the diagnostic process, support decision making and improve the quality of life. Medicine is an imperfect art, and forecasting disease outbreaks is an inexact science. Every reasonable effort has been made by Ascel Bio to produce accurate forecasts, but these are published “as is” without any warranty whatsoever. Ascel Bio makes no warrantee that its forecasts will be error free, or that errors will be corrected. Ascel Bio makes no warrantee, express or implied regarding the accuracy of its products, including this Delta County Kids Wellnesscast™. In no event shall Ascel Bio be liable to any person, enterprise or entity for damages, including consequential or incidental damages arising out of the use of this Delta County Kids Wellnesscast™. All clinical decisions made on the basis of this Delta County Kids Wellnesscast™ are the sole responsibility of the user.

B. One full day for the interviews on Saturday, April 21, 2012. Interviews lasting 90 minutes will be conducted with each candidate. At the end of each interview, your committee will complete a form listing the candidate’s strengths and any concerns. This will be presented to the Board of Education for consideration. Two committees will be selected by the Board of Education. Each committee will consist of 8-12 members. The Board will select individuals to assure the committees represent K-12 education as well as a cross-section of the community. Participants will be notiﬁed by April 4, 2012, via email. Individuals not selected will also be notiﬁed by this date. If you would like to be considered, please complete the attached form and return it to the school district by March 26, 2012. The Delta County Board of Education thanks you for your willingness to give of your time to assist in this process.

APPLICATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE INTERVIEW PROCESS NAME: _________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________________ EMAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________ PHONE: ________________________________________________________________________ MY AFFILIATION WITH THE DISTRICT AND/OR WITH THE COMMUNITY IS: ________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Please return this application by mail to: Delta County School District 50J ATTN: Caryn Gibson 7655 2075 Road Delta, CO 81416 OR scan and email to cgibson@deltaschools.com

A8 Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Richard Kuta Richard M. Kuta of Delta died Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at his home. He was 82. Funeral services are pending. Mr. Kuta is survived by his wife, Jacque Kuta of Delta; two sons, Randy Kuta of Aurora, and Mike Kuta of Austin; a daughter, Melinda Kuta of Lafeyette; three stepdaughters, Kim Roberts of Delta, Shelly Vandertie

OBITUARIES of Solana Beach, Calif., and Lisa Kuta of Highlands Ranch; six sisters; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and seven stepgrandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, P.O. Box 24, Delta, CO 81416. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

PET OF THE WEEK Sponsored by: Two Rivers Veterinary Clinic 443 Dodge St. Delta • 874-1441 Amy is a 15-yr.-old spayed female black lab mix. She loves to go for walks, plays fetch & rides well in a car. Amy is current on shots & house trained. To learn more about Amy, contact her foster mom, Carol, at 339-7227.

DELTA COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY 970-874-2149 For more information, visit Delta County Humane Society’s website or DCHS@PAONIA.COM

Christian Science Society, Delta welcomes you to our Church Services. Our Pastor is the Bible and the Christian Science textbook, Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, by Mary Baker Eddy. Our mission is to “commemorate the word and works of our Master [Christ Jesus] which should reinstate primitive Christianity and its lost element of healing.” (Mary Baker Eddy)

Max Speer Max Clair Speer of Delta died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He was 70. A memorial service was held March 3 at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Delta, with James Gall officiating. Mr. Speer was born July 22, 1941, in Cedaredge, to Allen and Lillie (Long) Speer. He spent his childhood in Paonia and graduated from Paonia High School in 1960. He married Joy Miller. The marriage ended in divorce. He married Patsy Conner in Las Vegas, Nev., in October 1983, and their two families were combined. They celebrated 28 years of marriage. She survives. Mr. Speer was a heavy equipment operator. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, old tractors, jet boating on the Colorado River and restoring antiques and old gas steam engines. He was a member of the Western Slope Antique Power and Four Corners Antique Power. He lived in Grand Junction for 27 years before moving to Delta in 1987. He is survived by his wife, Pat Speer of Delta; a son and his wife, James and Mel Speer of Cedaredge; two daughters and their husbands, Susan Speer and Ron Hanks of Hotchkiss, and Kit and Jason Moody of Aurora; his father-in-law, John Hallock of Delta; his granddaughter, Sydney Moody of Aurora; numerous nieces and nephews; and a sister-in-law, Carlene Dugan. Mr. Speer was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ray Speer. View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

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John Giardino John Anthony Giardino, formerly of Pueblo, died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2012, at Delta County Memorial Hospital. He was 89. A Mass of Christian burial was held March 2 at St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Cedaredge, with Father Canice Enyiaka officiating. A graveside service was held March 3 at Rose Lawn Cemetery in Pueblo, with Father William Gleeson officiating. Mr. Giardino was born June 13, 1922, in Pueblo, to Gabriel and Rose Mauro Giardino Nittinger. He spent his childhood in Pueblo and graduated from Centennial High School in 1940. He served in the Navy during World War II as an aviator flight engineer, flying PBMs in search of German U-boats and attaining the rank of LTJG. Mr. Giardino married Margaret Brothers on Nov. 22, 1942, in Chicago, Ill. They lived in Pueblo most of their married life and celebrated 69 years of marriage. She

survives. He was self-employed as a master plumber and founder of American Plumbing and Heating, which he ran with his wife for 34 years. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of St. Philip’s Catholic church in Cedaredge, Elks Lodge #611 in Florence, Master Plumbers Association, Dante Alighieri in Pueblo and the Pueblo Historical Society. Mr. Giardino is survived by his wife, Margaret Giardino of Cedaredge; a son and his wife, Dr. John and Fran Giardino of Bryan, Texas; a daughter and her husband, Terry and Perry Hotz of Cedaredge; four grandchildren, AnneMarie Wheatley and her husband Scott of Yuma, Ariz., Amanda Cerise and her husband Craig of Cedaredge, Brie Hotz of Washington, D.C., and Freddie Hotz and his wife Heather of Fruita; five great-grandchildren, Isabel Cerise, Maya Cerise, Emerson Wheatley, Freddie Hotz Jr. and Eliot Wheatley; his aunt, Grace Mauro; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial contributions may be made to the preschool Backpack Program, 822 Grand Ave., Delta, CO 81416, or Pueblo Historical Society, 201 West B Street, Pueblo, CO 81003. View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

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to the Diocese of Pueblo on May 30, 1972. He was naturalized as a citizen of the United States in 1980. In November of that same year, Father Humfress changed his name to Vicente Paz en la Casa. He received his doctor of ministry degree on May 31, 1985. He was pastor of St. Michael Parish form 1983 to 1987. A funeral was celebrated Feb. 10 at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Pueblo. Burial was in San Juan Bauptista Cemetery in Florence. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mana House, 115 E. Main Street, Florence, CO 81226, or the Cañon City Pregnancy Center, 508 Greenwood Ave., Cañon City, CO 81212. Holt Family Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Grace Shock Grace Shock of Austin died Sunday, March 4, 2012, at her home. She was 95. Mrs. Shock is survived by a son, Jim Shock of Austin; a grandson, Luke Shock and his wife Melissa of Austin; and three great-grandchildren, AJ Shock, Alexa Shock and Anthony Shock. Valley Lawn Funeral Home in Montrose is handling the arrangements.

Kenneth Pavlisick Kenneth John Pavlisick of Paonia died Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012, at Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was 77. At his request, no services will be held. Mr. Pavlisick was born Oct. 25, 1934, in Bowie, to Martin and Jennie (DeLost) Pavlisick. He spent his childhood in Paonia and graduated from Paonia High School in 1952. He attended Colorado State University. He entered the U.S. Army in 1957 and was honorably discharged as a SP5 in 1960. Mr. Pavlisick married Rena Schoneman on March 25, 1961, in Paonia. She survives. He was a member of Sacred Hearth Catholic Church in Paonia, Hotchkiss Elks Lodge #1807, United Mine Workers of America Local #6417 and Black Canyon Veterans of Foreign Wars #9333. He enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting, his cabin in Hubbard Park and spending time with his family. Mr. Pavlisick is survived by his wife, Rena Pavlisick of Paonia; a son and his wife, Kenneth and Sherrie Pavlisick Jr. of Phoenix, Ariz., and their children, Sam, Zack and Allie; a daughter, Teresa Pavlisick and her son, Nathaniel; a great-grandson, Maverick of Grand Junction; a brother and one sister. Memorial contributions may be made to the North Fork Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 127, Hotchkiss, CO 81419. View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

Vicente Paz en la Casa Vincent Leo Jude Humfress was born Feb. 3, 1941, in Wallsend, Northumberland, England. He studied at St. Cuthbert’s College in England from 1952 to 1966 and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle on June 5, 1966, at St. Aidan’s Willington Quay, Northumberland. Father Vicente came

Robertson; four daughters and their husbands, Lori and Jay Alsdorf, Jime and Randy Charlesworth, Terri and Gary Knob, and Toni and Rick Allen; a son and his wife, Jim and Susan Robertson; 16 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Laree Stites and Erma Beck. Mr. Robertson was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado, P.O. Box 24, Delta, CO 81416. View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

Jim Robertson Jim Justin Robertson died Saturday, March 3, 2012, at the Veterans Community Living Center in Grand Junction. He was 80. A graveside funeral service will be held Saturday, March 10, at 10 a.m. at Mesa View Cemetery. Mr. Robertson was born Feb. 3, 1932, in Eckert, to Justin and Loretta (Jones) Robertson. He served in the U. S. Army from 1950 to 1959. Mr. Robertson was the Mayor of Delta for two terms, a member of Delta City Council, volunteered on the Delta Fire Department for 22 years and served on the fire board. He owned Eckert Electric. After retiring, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, his grandchildren and computer activities including his family genealogy. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Edra

Karen Guyer Karen Sue Guyer of Cedaredge died Wednesday, Feb. 29, 2012, at her home. She was 55. A memorial service is planned for later this year. Mrs. Guyer was born Feb. 4, 1957, in Boulder, to Donald and Josephine (Prochaska) Guyer Sr. She spent her childhood in Boulder. She lived in Nederland before moving to Cedaredge in 1990. She enjoyed doing puzzles, being a grandmother, coffee, cooking, collecting bears, her friends and doting on her cat, Cleo. She worked at the pizza shop in Cedaredge. Mrs. Guyer is survived by daughter and her husband, Lydia and Bob Palmer of Cedaredge; a son, JJ Springer of Grand Junction; three grandchildren, Sean, Kiara and Karen Lynn; a sister and her husband, Joy Guyer and Val Hart; and three brothers, Richard Guyer, Donald Guyer Jr. and his wife Mary, and Mark Cruthers and his wife Shannon. Mrs. Guyer was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Helen Cruthers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Surface Creek Food Bank in Cedaredge. View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com. Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

Talk with a lawyer for free Talk with a lawyer for free on Thursday, March 8, and the second Thursday of each month, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Enterprise Center, 300 North Cascade Avenue (corner of North 3rd and North Cascade) in Montrose. Please enter the door at the southwest corner of the building; all other doors will be locked. Low income residents who need answers to civil legal questions can talk with a lawyer for free. Clients will first be screened to see if they qualify for

Support group forms Women’s support groups for issues surrounding domestic violence are being formed. The meetings will be held Wednesdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For more information and the location of the meeting place, call 249-8345.

these services. A volunteer lawyer will then be available for brief consultation on issues such as divorce, custody, child support, landlord/tenant problems, debt/consumer problems and other legal matters. The lawyer cannot discuss traffic or criminal issues. Bring any court papers, leases, letters, or other documents related to your legal problem. If you need an interpreter, please bring one with you. For more information, call 249-7202.

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Philip Spinenden of Delta, an engineering student at the University of Idaho, has been named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester 2011. To achieve this honor, undergraduate students achieved a grade point average of 3.5 GPA on a minimum of 10 graded credits.

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County upgrades courthouse phones BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

After delaying the planned 2011 purchase of a new phone system for the county courthouse, the county commissioners in February approved an $86,352 expenditure for the buy. The commissioners had decided to delay the

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The AC Foundation, represented by Kim Neuenschwander and Ann Carlson in the photo above, recently supported the Delta Doves with a $2,000 donation. Beverly Moore and Nita Casto (right) said the funds will be used to pay for mammograms for Delta County women under 50 who cannot afford the procedure. The AC Foundation was established in 2005 by Ann’s son Cody, to help pay for medical costs incurred when Ann was diagnosed with cancer. Ann has recovered, but there’s still a need for money to help others. Two major fundraisers are held every year — a golf tournament in August and an Oktoberfest celebration at Hoolie’s Bar & Grill — with proceeds going to worthy organizations like the Delta Doves.

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Jail census declines Staff Writer

The weekly county jail census report has been running below the facility capacity for many months. Two or three years ago it was common for the combined detention facility and work release facility to be housing 65 or more offenders. The weekly jail census report that county commissioners received on Feb. 21 is more typical of the counts in recent months: detention facility 35, work release 11; total 46. Lower jail census counts are being seen in other jurisdictions in the state also. Sheriff Fred McKee has pointed out that in spite of declining jail populations his detention facility still suffers from design shortcomings which make operations more complicated and difficult than they need to be. In other business at recent meetings, the BoCC has dealt with the following matters:

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Jacob Fuller of Eckert has made the academic Dean’s List at Azusa Pacific University. Fuller is honored for a fall semester 2011 academic standing of a 3.5 or better grade point average. A mathematics major, Fuller is joined by more than 1,750 other students receiving the same honor. Azusa Pacific University is an evangelical, Christian university committed to God and excellence in higher education located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles.

Be part of Olathe’s Cinco de Mayo celebration The Town of Olathe will host its first annual Cinco de Mayo celebration Saturday, May 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Olathe Community Park. Plans include music, food and fun. The featured attractions will be the chihuahua races, chihuahua costume contest and the crowning of the tiniest chihuahua. A low rider car show and hopper demonstration are also scheduled. There are openings for entertainers, vendors, cars and volunteers. For more information, call the Town of Olathe Activities Department at 323-6006 or e-mail bsale@ci.olathe.co.us.

• The commissioners agreed to sign a contract for rehabilitation work on the Delta Public Library Carnegie building. The City of Delta is owner of the structure, but the county’s signature was required because it owns the library grounds. Money for the work is coming from a Colorado State Historic Preservation Fund grant. The

department heads and staff. In other business at recent meetings, the Board of County Commissioners dealt with the following matters: • The BoCC received a yearly operations report for Blake Field showing a total of 2,910 takeoffs and landings during 2011.

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upgrade until 2012 in order to bring other parts of the courthouse data and communications network into compliance with new phones. The county received four bids, the highest coming in at $159,004. The winning bid was recommended to the BoCC by a committee of county

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$153,225 project will be paid for with the $93,859 grant and with $59,366 in library district funds. No county funds will be used in the project. • The commissioners ratified a bid award for a new color printer/plotter in the Geographic Information Systems department. Cost of the new map-making tool is $6,854.

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Pit Boss JATS Land & Cattle Douglas B. Huene MD Laura McCrackin MD Hospice & Palliative Care Colorado West Investments Inc

Wise Guy Delta County Memorial Hospital Volunteers Marvin & Shari Mike & Kathy Sramek Hycon Constructors Ridgway Valley Enterprises Touchstone Energy Hellman Motor Co Bev & Dale Carlson

Card Sharp DMEA Hellman Chevrolet-Buick Delta Orthopedics, LLC Surface Creek Bank, Delta Bank, North Fork Banks Pat & Ralph Mangum Ahlbergs Alpine Bank Volunteers of America

Handicapper Bonnie Thompson Insurance Center Comfort Home of Delta Delta Hardware First State Bank of Colorado Michelle Isom Taylor Funeral Services & Crematory Surface Creek Veterinary Center ProSpace Interiors Willow Tree Care Center

Additional Donors Bank of Colorado Rocky Mountain Healthcare Plans Welfelt Welding Judy & Pete Wyckoﬀ Joe Carlson Clay & Dodson PC

Live & Silent Auction Donors Alice & Ray Penick Apple Shed Gallery Bette Green Bruce & Lucinda Stanley Camp Robber Cedaredge Golf Course Corrine Thornsberry Daphna Russell Delta County Independent Devil’s Thumb Golf Course DMEA Donna Loucks, CMT Garden Center Gwen Welsby

High Country Shopper Janamarie Dugle Janice Leser John Mitchell Julia Stark Kathy Lemon Kwiki Tires Lee & Kathy Bradley Hospice & Palliative Care Mattes & More Michelle Isom Mountain Valley News Munson’s Main St. Gallery Nancy Hovde Paula Mathews Ramona Frazier Sissons Feed Sky Ute Casino Sue Skelton Surface Creek Veterinary Center The Crag Business Group Tom & Pam Cooper Tom McLeod- Black Mesa Lodge Whiting Farms, Inc. Windrift Farms & Hotchkiss Meats Lynn Grotrian Kathy & Mike Sramek Marvin & Shari

Volunteers Donna Park Stephanie Conway Vera Arthurs Holly & Joe Duensing Beth Conway

Meghan Conway Michelle Berry Joyce Smith Bobbi Mitchell Loyola Blair Sharon Reschke Rev. John Muller Linda Muller Bruce Stanley Mary Grosvenor Peter Ambrose Paula Carter Sharon Wolf Sylvia Karner Carol Rustebakke Jennifer Abila Lisa Stanley Jaimee Yoshizawa

Special Thanks The Housekeeping & Maintenance Staﬀ at Delta County Memorial Hospital Ahlberg’s Farm Cedaredge High School Football & Volleyball Programs Delta Astra Club Barbara Bullard of Ruby’s Floral Surface Creek Veterinary Center Linda Fuller, Scoops Photography

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Delta County growers support Cottage Foods Act On Monday, the Colorado Cottage Foods Act (Senate Bill 48) passed out of the Colorado House of Representatives. Coloradans are one step closer to enjoying certain homemade foods sold to them directly by local producers. The governor’s signature is all that stands between hungry consumers and local jams, jellies, baked goods, teas, honey, dried fruits and vegetables, and farm fresh eggs to be sold at farmers markets. When applicable, Senate Bill 48 encourages purchase of home kitchen insurance, it ensures training in safe food handling, and it allows for sales of up to $5,000 (net) per eligible item. All homemade items meant for direct sale to consumers would be labeled with ingredients and producer’s contact information. “This bill benefits farmers and fledgling home-based businesses,”

says Monica Wiitanen, of Small Potatoes Farm near Paonia. “I could help my farm (financially) by baking and selling bread, and local costumers get satisfied in the process.” Western Colorado Congress (WCC) members from Mesa, Montrose, and Delta traveled to Denver on multiple occasions to testify in support of the measure. WCC sees local food as beneficial to agriculture, community, climate, and economy. Farmers may have more demand for their produce, consumers have access to better food, and a little more money stays in the community. As a bonus, local food means less fuel to

haul produce to market — that saves gas money and reduces climatecausing air pollution. “I especially want to thank Sen. Schwartz (D-Snowmass) and Rep Coram (R-Montrose) for their bi-partisan efforts stewarding the bill,” said Marv Ballantyne, WCC Legislative Committee chair. “Supporting local food and growers helps create sustainable Colorado communities.” Collaborators included Rocky Mountain Farmers Union, Valley Organic Growers Association, Colorado Farm Bureau, the Colorado Beekeepers Association, and Western Colorado Congress. To read the bill, go to http://bit.ly/x8j836.

Permit issued for South Canal hydropower project Reclamation has announced it will issue a lease of power privilege (LOPP) to the Delta-

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Top honor recognized The Delta County Health Department’s national recognition for emergency preparedness was noted at the county commissioners’ meeting on Monday, March 5. The health department’s award, from the National Association of City and County Health Officials, was officially presented to county commission chairman Olen Lund by Bonnie Koehler, county health officer. Also pictured are (front row) commissioners Bruce Hovde and Doug Atchley, and (back row) Kelly Beard, immunization nurse, and Pat Sullivan, nurse manager. The NACCHO recognition places the county health department among an elite group of local health departments nationwide for its emergency event planning.

Report details economic impact of national parks A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 176,344 visitors in 2010 spent $8.3 million in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and in communities near the park. That spending supported 112 jobs in the local area. At Curecanti National Recreation Area, the report shows 969,549 visitors in 2010 spent $40.3 million within the park and communities nearby. That spending supported 478 jobs in the local area. “The people and the business owners in communities near national parks have always known their economic value,” park superintendent Connie Rudd said.

“Black Canyon and Curecanti are clean, green fuel for the engine that drives our local economy.” Most of the spending/jobs are related to lodging, food, and beverage service (52 percent) followed by other retail (29 percent), entertainment/amusements (10 percent), gas and local transportation (7 percent) and groceries (2 percent). The figures are based on $12 billion of direct spending by 281 million visitors in 394 national parks and nearby communities and are included in an annual, peerreviewed, visitor spending analysis conducted

by Dr. Daniel Stynes of Michigan State University for the National Park Service. Across the U.S, local visitor spending added a total of $31 billion to the national economy and supported more than 258,000 jobs, an increase of $689 million and 11,500 jobs over 2009. To download the report visit http://www.nature. nps.gov/socialscience/ products.cfm#MGM and click on Economic Benefits to Local Communities from National Park Visitation and Payroll, 2010. The report includes information for visitor spending at individual parks and by state.

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Community Calendar Take charge of your health Thursday, March 8

ROGERS MESA MODERN WOMANS CLUB — Neighbors and new members welcome, 2 p.m., Rogers Mesa Community House (corner of Highway 92 and 3100 Road). For more information, call Lou Ann, 872-4816. DEL-ROSE CHORUS SWEET ADELINES INTERNATIONAL REHEARSES every Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Delta Methodist Church, corner of Meeker and 5th Street. For more information, call Leslie, 970-256-9763. BINGO, every Thursday, 7 p.m., Delta Elks Lodge, 563 Main Street. Open to the public. For more information, call 874-3624. BINGO, every Thursday, 6:50 p.m., American Legion of Paonia. Come early for hamburgers and hot dogs. This week progressive is 61 numbers for $676, blue is 60 numbers and grey is 52 numbers for $250. For more information, call 527-6252.

Friday, March 9

WOMEN’S CONNECTION LUNCHEON AND PROGRAM, 11:30 a.m., Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta. Mary Jo Smith shares an inspirational message. Michelle Klaussen helps with effective aerobic exercises. Sherry Ruble presents special music. $8 charge for lunch and program. Make reservations by March 5 by calling Joyce, 856-6446, Pat, 856-4650 or Gaye, 921-3760 or by emailing joyreu39@gmail.com. Free childcare by reservation only; bring a sack lunch for your child. INTIMATE HEARTSONGS, by Kurt Baumann from Kan’Nal, David Alderdice from Feast and Katie Gray live, 8 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Tickets $10 at the door. OPENING RECEPTION FOR NEW EXHIBIT titled “154” for the total dimension of each piece of artwork, 6-8 p.m., Creamery Arts Center, Hotchkiss.

Saturday, March 10

VALLEY YOUTH ORCHESTRA SPRING DINNER CONCERT, silent auction at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m., concert at 7 p.m., Delta High School commons. Musical selections center on a Celtic Celebration. For tickets and more information, call 877216-7971 or www.valleysymphony.net/vyo. MESA MELTDOWN CROSS COUNTRY SKI RACE, Skyway, Grand Mesa. Both freestyle races (20K and 5K) start simultaneously at 11 a.m. Registration on race day only. $10 for GMNC members, $15 for others. All ages, abilities welcome. For more information, call 434-9753 or go to www.gmnc.org.

Sunday, March 11

WEAR HOUSE FOLLIES, 3 p.m., Hotchkiss United Methodist Church. Pie, ice cream and coffee follow. Show free; donations for pie and ice cream benefit Hotchkiss Community Food Bank and Helping Hand Fund.

Wednesday, March 14

FREE HEALTH CLINIC, Delta Center, 822 Grand Avenue, Delta. Free immunizations, well-child checks and visits for chronic conditions for uninsured or under insured children ages birth to 18. CHP+ and Medicaid application assistance available. For an appointment, call Sarah, 874-9517. Se hable español. BUSINESS AFTER HOURS, 5-7 p.m., Garden Planet, 719 Second Street, Paonia. Organic farm and garden warehouse. Sponsored by Paonia Chamber of Commerce.

Thursday, March 15

PAONIA ROTARY CLUB MEETING, 12 noon, Paonia Town Hall. Program begins at 12:30 p.m.: Lynn Shirt, Western Colorado Hospice and Palliative Care. Public welcome. BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL BOARD MEETING, Delta High School, 1400 Pioneer Road, Delta, 6 p.m. policy review, 7 p.m. regular meeting.

March 16 & 17

BOOK SALE, Hotchkiss Public Library, Friday: 3-8 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Friday, March 16

CHARITY POKER TOURNAMENT, 5 p.m. registration, 5:30 p.m. tournament play, Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta. Limited to 64 players. Sponsored by Delta Kiwanis Club and Delta High School Key Club, in cooperation with Western Slope Poker Tournament. IRISH STEW, Masonic Hall, Cedaredge, $6 per person. Take-out and delivery service available. Menu: beef stew (or potato soup), salad, roll, dessert and drink. Sponsored by Zeta Omicron Chapter of ESA Sorority.

Saturday, March 17

DANNY COTTEN GIVES PROGRAM on the saw mills on Black Mesa and the Crawford area, 1:30 p.m., Hotchkiss-Crawford Museum. DELTA HUBWHEELER SQUARE DANCE CLUB MEETS, 7:30 p.m., Lincoln Elementary School, 1050 Hastings Street, Delta. All plus. Club caller is Larry Schulz. Cuer is Maxine Springer. No rounds due to 4 Corners. For more information, call Loren, 970-249-4858 or Gwen, 970-856-4157. COMMUNITY EVENING DANCE, 7-10 p.m., Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta. $4 at the door. Bring a snack to share. Music by Route 66. For more information, call 874-0923. SAINT PATRICK’S DAY DINNER with cowboy poetry and music, 6 p.m., Black Canyon Cafe. Hosted by Crawford Community United Methodist Church. KIDS’ PASTA PROJECT “WOMEN’S CLOTHING EXTRAVAGANZA,” RUNWAY SHOW, Silpada Sale and Super Supper on St. Patrick’s Day, 6-9 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. For more information, contact LauraLee Yates: lauraleeyates@yahoo.com.

Wednesday, March 21

“SUPER SENIORS” AND THEIR FAMILY AND FRIENDS — Celebrating “90” years and more of life. Free to all seniors 90+, 12 noon lunch, Delta Senior Center, 247 Meeker Street, Delta. Special meal: roast turkey, mashed potatoes/gravy, salad, vegetable and frosted cake. RSVP to 874-7837 or 874-0357.

Thursday, March 22

PAONIA ROTARY CLUB MEETING, 12 noon, Paonia Town Hall. Program begins at 12:30 p.m.: Sally Kane, KVNF general manager. Public welcome.

March 23 & 24

CRAWFORD WOMEN’S AUXILIARY BAKE AND YARD SALE, Crawford Town Hall. All proceeds go to Pioneer Days fireworks display at Crawford State Park.

The Delta County Health Fair has been held annually for the past 32 years and participation by Delta area residents has remained consistently high. This year’s Health Fair will be held on Wednesday, March 14, on the Paonia campus of Delta-Montrose Technical College, Thursday, March 15, in Delta at Bill Heddles Recreation Center and Friday, March 16, at the Cedaredge Community Center. Blood draws, health information and free health screenings will be offered from 7 to 11 a.m. at all three locations.

A variety of free health screenings will be provided at all three sites. These include blood pressure, vision screening, height, weight and body fat measurements and hearing testing. School District 50 provides the space in Paonia, the City of Delta provides space in Delta and the town of Cedaredge provides the space in Cedaredge. Without the generous cooperation of these entities, the health fair would not be possible. The Delta County Lions Clubs in conjunction with staff and volunteers from Delta County

Memorial Hospital provide low cost blood work in a convenient setting. Blood draws at the March Health Fair are done on a walk-in basis only from 6:30 to 10:30 a.m. No appointment is required, but you must fast for 10 hours prior to the blood draws. In 2010, two new blood tests were added as options for participants — Vitamin D screening at a cost of $45 and the InsureFIT screening for

colorectal cancer at a cost of $30. Cardio CRP (C-Reactive Protein) testing is $35. Elevated levels of Creactive protein can indicate vascular inflammation which may cause cholesterol deposits to break off and clog an artery. On Thursday, March 15, at Bill Heddles Recreation Center free health information and educational materials will be provided by area agencies and businesses.

Dating pictographs “Dating Pictographs” will be presented by Marvin W. Rowe, PhD, conservation chemist from Texas A&M University, at the March 21 meeting of the Chipeta Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Montrose United Methodist Church, 19 S. Park Avenue. Dr. Rowe’s technique for nondestructive radiocarbon dating was named as one of the “Top Ten Discoveries of 2010” in the January 2011 issue

of Archaeology Magazine. He has two awards from the American Rock Art Research Association: the Castleton Award and the Frank & A. J. Bock Award, the latter given from time to time to candidates with extraordinary achievements over their lifetime in the fields of rock art studies, documentation, education, conservation, and outreach. The program is free and open to all. Contact Tricia Winslow for more information at 249-6250.

Youth orchestra plans dinner concert Chorus presents The Valley Youth are available by calling Orchestra, under the 877-216-7971 or visiting ‘A Musical Tapestry’ tutelage of the conductor Debra TenNapel, is pleased to announce a spring dinner concert Saturday, March 10, at Delta High School. The theme is a “Celtic Celebration.” The orchestra is comprised of youth ages 7 to 18 from Delta, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel and Garfield counties. This event is the annual primary fundraiser for the orchestra. The silent auction begins at 4:30, the dinner at 5:30 and the concert will be at 7 p.m. Tickets and information

Music at Mesa presents clarinet trio Music at Mesa will host a concert by the Ironwood Clarinet Trio on Friday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Moss Performing Arts Center Recital Hall. The trio will present a program of mostly contemporary music, each of the three musicians playing a different type of clarinet. The trio is made up of Jana Starling on Eb and Bb clarinet, Leslie Moreau on Bb clarinet and Anne Watson on bass clarinet. Each clarinet produces a different sound, creating a harmoniously balanced, rich chamber music sound. Tickets for the Ironwood Clarinet Trio concert are available at the box office by calling (970) 248-1604.

www.valleysymphony.net/ Valley Symphony vyo. Association will continue its 41st anniversary season with a spring celebration of great choral music as the Valley Symphony Chorus presents a concert entitled “A Musical Tapestry.” Chorus director Lenore Hample has selected a wide range of magnificent choral favorites. Concert selections Thirteen area artists, will include Requiem by including Roger Milway John Rutter (accompaand Carol Ann Rasmus- nied by an instrumensen, will show their tal ensemble), selections works at “A Gathering of from the popular BroadArtists” Saturday, March way show Les Misérables 17. The event, now in its and a variety of contemsixth year, is hosted by plative sacred pieces as the Hampton Inn in Mon- well as rousing patriotic trose. Stop by to view the numbers. There will be artists’ works from 1 to something for everyone 6 p.m. Refreshments will to enjoy! be provided. Concerts will be held “A Gathering of Art- Saturday, March 31, at ists” is sponsored by 7:30 p.m. at the Delta Alpine Bank. Performing Arts Center

Artists’ gathering planned in Montrose

and Sunday, April 1, at 3 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion auditorium. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and $5 for students 17 and under and may be purchased in advance at Clubb’s in Downtown Delta or at Homer L. Sims Agency, DeVinny Jewelers and Howard Davidson Insurance Agency in Montrose. Tickets are also available for purchase online at www.valley symphony.net and at the Montrose Pavilion office by credit card either in person or by telephone (249-7015). For concert information, e-mail info@ valleysymphony.net or call 209-2295. For complete concert schedule information for the 2011-12, visit www.valley symphony.net.

Delta Kiwanis Club to host charity poker tournament The Delta Kiwanis Club and Delta High School Key Club, in cooperation with Western Slope Poker Tournament (WSPT), will host its first annual charity poker tournament to raise funds for programs and scholarships benefiting youth in Delta County. It will be held on Friday, March 16, at Bill Heddles Recreation Center. Registration begins at 5 p.m. with tournament play beginning at 5:30. This event will be limited to 64 players and will be

Texas Hold ‘Em style of poker. Seating will be on a first come, first served basis. Table sponsorships are also available to local businesses for $200. The sponsoring business can invite players to play at their table for a reduced chip buy-in rate and enjoy local advertising of their business. Non-sponsor individual chip buy-ins are $20 for 100 and $30 for 200. Food, beer and soft drinks will be available at a reasonable cost and door prizes will be

awarded throughout the evening. Tournament play is expected to last four hours. This tournament is a non-gambling event, with all contributions (chip buy-ins, table sponsors, etc.) going directly to charity. Come join the Kiwanians and see if you can outplay or outwit your opponents to reach the final table! If you are interested in sponsoring a table or want more information, contact Kiwanians Clay Speas at 874-0716 or Lynn Shirk at 209-8400.

Friday, March 23

PAONIA FILM FESTIVAL, 7 p.m., Paradise Theatre and Blue Sage Center for the Arts.

City of Delta Activity Update

Saturday, March 24

PEA GREEN SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERT, 7-9:30 p.m., Pea Green Community Center, crossroads of Highway 348 and Banner Road. $5 at the door. Old time, folk and bluegrass musical acts and entertainment. Bring a snack to share if you want. Seating limited. For more information, call Len Willey, 874-8879. PAONIA FILM FESTIVAL, 11 a.m., Paradise Theatre, 2 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts. Red Carpet event 6 p.m. followed by the awards ceremony.

March 30 & 31

SWINGIN’ BEATS & LATIN HEAT PHS DESSERT SHOW, 7 p.m., Paonia High School. Features Paonia Junior-Senior High School mixed choirs and swing choir. Pre-purchase tickets: $7 kids 12 and under; $10 adults; $12 at the door. Contact PHS or a choir member to purchase tickets.

Friday, March 30

ORCHARD CITY CENTENNIAL COOKBOOK PROJECT DEADLINE TODAY. Include name and address (Austin, Cory or Eckert) with your recipe submission. Recipes can be emailed to Beth Suppes, Suppes@tds.net or dropped off at Town Hall.

Items for the Community Calendar may be faxed to 874-4424, mailed to P.O. Box 809, Delta, CO 81416 or emailed to: editor@deltacountyindependent.com Deadline is Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.

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TAE KWON DO - ongoing classes are held Tuesday and Thursday from 6:45-8:00 p.m. • HEALTHY BODY STRONG BONES - Adult Fitness Class on Tuesday/Thursday 9:0010:00 a.m. • HATHA YOGA - On Wednesdays from 5:00-6:15 p.m. Drop-in fee. • TAI CHI/QIGONG FOR HEALTH AND LONGEVITY - On Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Pay monthly or drop-in rate. • BOXING FOR KIDS - It’s back on Saturdays from 10:0011:00 a.m. Drop in rate. • GET STARTED AND STAY COMMITTED - (4) one hour personal training sessions to get you started on your workout routine. • COMMUNITY EVENING DANCES - Saturday, March 17 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Please bring a snack to share! Music by Route 66. • BEGINNING LINE DANC-

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ING - Register by the month on Tuesdays (next session March 6) Tuesday afternoons 2:00-4:00 p.m. or Tuesday evening 7:15-9:00 p.m. SPRING INTO SHAPE 5K Save the date for our annual 5K on Saturday, April 14. ALIVE AT 25 - DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE FOR YOUNG DRIVERS - Designed for ages 15-24. Next class Monday, March 26 from 4:309:00 p.m. Register online at www.aliveat25.us. HANDGUN SAFETY Saturday, April 28 from 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. START SMART GOLF - 6week class on Wednesday, March 28 for ages 5-7 yr. olds at 3:30 p.m. (No class April 11) START SMART BASEBALL 6-week class on Wednesday, March 27. For ages 3-5 yr. olds at 4:30 p.m. (No class April 11) TURKEY HUNTING 101

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- Saturday, March 24 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Please preregister by March 20. AMATEUR CHESS TOURNAMENT - Saturday, March 17 from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. APRIL FOOLS SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT - Pre-Season Tournament NEW DATE: April 14 & 15. Coed, Men’s or Women’s. NIGHT OF THE STARS TALENT SHOW - 2nd annual event on Saturday, April 28 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Kids K12 pick up your registration packet. JOY OF PAINTING - next landscape class is Sat., April 21 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. SUMMER BALL REGISTRATION - Going on now! Adult Softball, T-Ball, Rookies Baseball and Little Ladies Softball. Register now till April 15. BASIC ARCHERY CLASS FOR YOUTH - Tues. and Wed., April 10 and 11 from 1:004:00 p.m. BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE FLY TYING - On Tuesdays April 3-April 24 from 7:009:00 p.m. BABYSITTER TRAINING COURSE - Designed for 1015 year olds on Thurs./Fri.,

April 12 and 13 from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. • DOG OBEDIENCE CLASS 6-week outdoor class starting Wed., April 18-May 23 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Delta at Confluence Park. Monday class April 16-May 21 in Cedaredge. Register for classes at the Rec. Center. • EASTER “EGG STRAVAGANZA” - Same great event but new time this year. Starts at 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon on Saturday, April 7.

AQUATICS POOL CLOSURE MONDAY, APRIL 2 FOR ONE MONTH We will be doing maintenance, new humidification system, system, re-plastering, etc. The rest of BHRC will be open normal hours.

Call the Bill Heddles Recreation Center and Cultural Dept. for more information on any of these classes and registration - 874-0923.

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Breast cancer survivor shares her story at fundraising luncheon BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

At the first Delta Doves luncheon, which was held at the Mad Dog in Crawford, everyone fit around one table. The number of women filling the fellowship area at Redeemer Lutheran Church last Saturday shows how far the organization has come. Mary Kuhn, one of the women who helped get the organization started, introduced the guest speaker at the spring luncheon, which remains one of the group’s primary fundraisers. Kuhn said the group was started by four or five women, including several mammographers from the hosPhoto by Pat Sunderland pital who realized that Grayce Wilson is ready for spring in this ensemble far too many women in Delta County were being from Tara’s.

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referred for breast imaging examinations after their cancer had spread, reducing the likelihood that treatment would be successful. The women named themselves the DOVES, but Kuhn can no longer recall what each letter of the acronym represented. Kuhn now lives in Grand Junction where she works for Comfort Keepers, which is owned by Ora Lee and her husband. Lee, a breast cancer survivor, was the keynote speaker. “I’m here because of a mammogram,” she said. Five months after her husband died of brain cancer, a mammogram revealed a suspicious lump in her breast. “My two children could have been left alone,”

she said. She underwent chemotherapy and faced her greatest fear — losing her hair — only to discover that the wig she purchased, with its long, straight hair, gave her joy and confidence whenever she wore it. Rasied to be a selfsufficient, independent woman in Israel, she learned to rely on others for friendship and support. She came to the United States in 1979 as an exchange teacher and stayed to marry, raise her family and pursue a successful career. The luncheon was prepared by Altrusa International of Delta as a community service project. Music was provided by David and Tamara Hauze, and fashions were modeled from Tara’s and

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

ATTENTION ATTENTION DELTA AREA PARENTS! CEDAREDGE, CRAWFORD, HOTCHKISS & PAONIA PARENTS! AN IMPORTANT

Elementary students (K-5) in the Delta area will attend one of two K-5 schools: Garnet Mesa Elementary or Lincoln Elementary. If you have a child who will be five by September 1, 2012, and entering KINDERGARTEN in the fall . . .

PRE-REGISTRATION / SCREENING IS REQUIRED! Pre-registration / Screening Dates:

March 12 & 13 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

For an appointment, please call Stephanie or Sarah at 874-9517 AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

What you will need to bring: 1. Your child 2. Your child’s birth certificate and social security number 3. Your child’s up-to-date immunization record (To update immunizations, call the Health Department at 874-2165 or your family physician)

Where: BELA Preschool & Backpack Program The Delta Center 822 Grand Ave, Delta (Enter through the south door.)

ATTENCION PADRES DE LA AREA DE DELTA! Los alumnos de primaria (K-5) de Delta entraran a una de las dos escuela (K-5): Garnet Mesa Elementary o Lincoln Elementary. Si usted tiene un niño que va cumplir 5 para el 1° de Septiembre de 2012, entraran al Kinder en Agosto . . .

HAY UNA ENTREVISTA DE PRE-INCRIPCIONES MUY IMPORTANTE y SE REQUIRE! Fechas de pre-registracion/entrevista:

12 y 13 de Marzo 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Para una cita, por favor de llamar a Sarah al 874-9517 LO MAS PRONTO POSIBLE

Que necesita traer?: 1. Su niño/a 2. La acta de nacimiento de su niño/a y seguro social (si su niño/a no tiene un seguro social no se requiere)

3. La cartilla de vacunacion (Para ponerse corriente con las vacunas llame al Centro de Salude al 874-2165)

Donde?: Programa del Pre-Escolar BELA y programa Backpack (Mochila) The Delta Center 822 Grand Ave., Delta

(localizado junto de la escuela segundaria en Grand Avenue)

Cedaredge Elementary School (856-3885)

Tuesday, April 24 • 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Crawford Elementary School (921-4935) Friday, March 30 • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Breakfast with Zero the Hero at 8:00 a.m.

Hotchkiss K-8 School (872-3144) Monday, April 30 • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Paonia Elementary School (527-3636) Wednesday, April 25 • 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. TO REGISTER, A CHILD MUST BE 5 YEARS OLD BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

What you will need to bring: 1. Your Child 2. Your child’s birth certificate and social security number 3. Your child’s up-to-date immunization record (To update immunizations, call the Health Department at 874-2165 or your family physician.)

INSCRIPTION DE KINDER PARA CEDAREDGE, CRAWFORD, HOTCHKISS Y PAONIA! Cedaredge Elementary School (856-3885) 24° de Abril • 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Crawford Elementary School

(921-4935) 30 de Marzo • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. vaver desayuno con el Heroe el cero a las 8:00

Hotchkiss K-8 School (872-3144) 30 de Abril • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Paonia Elementary School (527-3636) 25° de April • 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

PARA REGISTRAR A SU NINO/A DEBE CUMPLIR 5 ANOS PARA EL 1° DE SEPTIEMBRE de 2012

Que necesita traer: 1. Su niño/a 2. La acta de nacimiento de su niño/a y seguro social (si su niño/a no tiene un seguro social no se requiere)

3. La cartilla de vacunacion (Para ponerse corriente con las vacunas llame al Centro de Salude al 874-2165)

Photo by Pat Sunderland

Phyllis Goad and her fellow Altrusans prepare and serve the Delta Doves’ luncheon as a community service project. Much of the food is donated, giving the Delta Doves more funds to be applied to mammograms. Nina Suzanne’s. A silent auction featured merchandise, gift certificates and services from area businesses. The luncheon is one of two fundraisers hosted by the Delta Doves. In October, the women sell homemade apple crisp and cinnamon rolls at AppleFest. Proceeds from both events support the Delta Doves’ mission of paying for mammograms for Delta County women under 50 who cannot afford the procedure. Women over 50 are covered under a separate government program. For more information, call Nita Casto, 8743442.

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Aidan Huene of Delta has been named to the fall 2011 President’s List for outstanding academic performance at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Okla. A 2011 homeschool graduate, Huene is majoring in biology with a minor in business and biochemistry.

A look at privatization The League of Women Voters of Montrose County presents Part Two - Privatization of Traditional Government Services - on Thursday, March 8, at noon in the Montrose Library Community Room. Guest speakers will be Brian Wilson, Montrose County public works director, and Carol Friedrich, deputy director of Montrose County Health and Human Services. Take a closer look at how privatization affects us locally.

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

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Paonia on board for Vision 2020 BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Of the three towns including Hotchkiss and Crawford, Paonia was the last to vote on the partnership agreement for the Orton Foundation grant and North Fork Vision 2020. The Paonia Town Council also voted on Feb. 28 to be in favor of a North Fork Valley Creative District. At last Tuesday’s council meeting, Elaine Brett, project coordinator Alexis Halbert and Sally Kane represented North Fork Vision 2020 and Orton’s Heart and Soul project. The three had just returned from a meeting with members of other communities who had won Orton grants. Brett stressed that there is more to the process than just receiving a grant. Good tools and training will be given to each of the communities. The Heart and Soul process is designed to help rural communities be successful. The Town of Paonia committed up to $5,000 for in kind donations which will probably

be filled with town clerk Barbara Peterson’s time helping with the project. Mayor Neal Schwieterman said that the city of Golden had won an Orton grant. The city benefited from identifying values important to citizens which the local government had never addressed. The city changed its processes to align with the values of the community. Halbert said the Heart and Soul process will help the North Fork communities build social capital. The council unanimously approved the partnership agreement. A Creative Coalition developed from the early meetings of the North Fork Vision 2020. Artists of every variety in the valley want to be designated as a Creative District by the state. As a recognized district, grants will help provide resources to benefit the artists and help bring tourism to the valley. The council approved supporting the Creative District effort.

Candidates are finalized for ballots BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

March 2 was the deadline for those wanting to run for municipal office to have their nomination petitions submitted to the town clerks. Here are the people who want to serve on the town boards in the North Fork Valley. Seeking election to the five open seats on the board of trustees in Hotchkiss are Dustyn Foster, Jane Wills, James Roberts, Georgia Hopper, Carrie Wingfield, Mary Hockenbery and Ralph Sandmann III. Dustyn Foster is running for a second term. The town clerk found that some of the 10 names on his petition were not registered voters. He has until Friday, March 9, to turn in the required number of 10 registered voters. Jane Wills and Carrie Wingfield were appointed to the board and therefore are running for their first elected terms. Of the five positions available, the three candidates with the highest number of votes will serve four-year terms, while the remaining two will serve two-year terms.

The Town of Crawford has one candidate for mayor. It is Susie Steckel who is currently on the board as a trustee. There are four positions open on the Crawford town council for trustee. Running for those positions are James Sorensen, Jennifer Ludwig, James Chandler, Larry Kontour, Wanda Gofforth and Christie Young. Young was appointed as a trustee recently, and is running for her first elected term. Of those elected in Crawford, two will serve fouryear terms and two will serve two-year terms. In the Town of Paonia, Mayor Neal Schwieterman is running unopposed for another four-year term. The town needs three trustees who will serve four-year terms. One new trustee will serve a two-year term. Those running for trustee are Karen Fogg, Ross King, Larry Wissbeck, Amber Kleinman, Eric Goold and Bill Powers. The municipal elections will be conducted by mail ballot, and must be returned by Tuesday, April 3.

Photo by Hayden Murphy

A new day dawns Hayden Murphy shot this photo of the sun peeking over the top of Mt. Lamborn.

Paonia mayor, trustees assailed over handling of town finances BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Tension is building in Paonia over the alleged misuse of public funds by the former town finance officer, Kristin Chesnik. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is leading the investigation after the Town of Paonia was informed by auditor Pete Blair of problems discovered during the 2010 audit. From there the town turned to the district attorney who brought in CBI. No charges have been filed against anyone at this time. Nor have details of the alleged wrongdoing been released by authorities because the investigation is still ongoing. Despite those facts, at the Feb. 28 Paonia Town Council meeting during the personnel committee report, chairman and trustee David Weber went on the offensive, declaring his judgment that “Kristin Chesnik embezzled the town for a substantial amount of money, and is facing possible jail time.” Stating he wanted to refute rumors, Weber said the investigation was done by Pete Blair, who is the town’s accountant and auditor as well as a forensic accountant. Actually, Blair, as town auditor, cannot by law be the town’s accountant. Weber was incorrect on that point. Weber continued that Blair “looked at anyone who could have touched the town money, and he has cleared everybody but Kristin. So all the rumors about conspiracies within the town — put those to rest. There is no such thing.” Weber then discussed what

could be done in the future to prevent a crime from happening. According to Weber, the finance officer was left alone without proper checks and balances. The finance officer reported to Mayor Neal Schwieterman and the finance committee with Lucien Pevec and Brian Ayers. Weber accused the three of not doing their jobs of checking the finance officer’s work. He charged that “not a single credit card statement was under review by the finance committee.” Weber believes those on the finance committee have to have business experience. Weber said the former finance officer did not do necessary IRS filings, resulting in penalties of $21,500. He blamed the mayor for not overseeing town staff. Weber said recommendations by the auditor as far back as 2008 were not implemented. Concerns were raised in 2009, then the 2010 audit led to the current investigation. Weber suggested that duties for the finance committee be written down, so trustees will know what to do. Lucien Pevec agreed there are no list of procedures for any committee. He said the town adopted Blair’s recommendations as policy. Pevec and Ayers said the former finance officer would not supply information when it was requested. Mayor Schwieterman said

Blair has a set of protocols for the town to implement. Bill Brunner, who was in the council chamber, said he found the finance committee’s explanations shocking. He stated it is the primary function of the trustees to ensure the financial health of the town. Since the mayor signs checks, he and the mayor pro tem must know that the finances that go with that check are in order. Brunner then said an item missing from the council’s agenda was apologies and resignations. “I think you gentlemen have utterly abandoned your posts. You have failed the town,” Brunner said. He said every charge to a town debit or credit card should be listed on the published disbursements. During his personnel report, Weber noted the town has been looking for a new bookkeeper to replace the former finance officer. The town received 13 applications for a bookkeeper. Four were selected for interviews, resulting in a final two for consideration. The personnel committee of David Weber, Blake Kinser and town clerk Barbara Peterson selected one for the bookkeeper position and the second as a back up. “The thing I was impressed with was the quality of people who actually applied for that job,” Weber said. “They were top notch financial people this town hasn’t had in awhile.”

Forum offers insight into oil, gas lease process BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

It shows real commitment of those interested about potential oil and gas development in the North Fork Valley, to spend an entire Saturday in educational sessions. But a large number of people did just that by attending the Oil and Gas Public Information Meeting sponsored by the Delta County Commissioners. The meetings started at 9 a.m. and went until 4:30 p.m. and some longer than that. People continued to talk with various experts in the hallways at Paonia Junior and Senior High Schools before, during and after the sessions. Delta County put together a list of speakers who have many years experience on the regulations, the initial nomination of parcels, the public’s roles throughout and what the agencies can and cannot do. In the afternoon break out sessions, citizens had the opportunity to ask questions

that have been nagging them and were not settled during the morning presentations. Olen Lund, chair of the Board of County Commissioners, moderated and introduced each speaker. Dr. David Noe, senior geologist with the Colorado Geological Survey, began on the very important subject of the geology of the North Fork Valley where oil and gas exploration is being proposed. Dr. Noe has been mapping the geology from Montrose up to Rogers Mesa, and has not completed his work on the rest of the North Fork Valley. After his presentation, he made clear that just mapping the geology of the area will not answer the question everyone is seeking — How viable is oil and gas production in the valley? “It’s hard to evaluate that,” he said. “Just as I showed with the maps this morning, the way to understand the geology is to look at it

systematically. You just take that general idea and you go into great depth with it,” Dr. Noe said. “The level of detail that we have with the geology mapped out right now doesn’t answer those questions at that general level. You have to dig in a little bit and look into the old oil and gas records. It’s hard to say. I can’t answer that question for you. The proof is really in doing it.” Kristian Lee, BLM land law examiner, Jim Rhett, BLM natural resource specialist, Ryan Taylor, geologist and mineral examiner for the U.S. Forest Service, Susan Hansen, county administrator and Bruce Bertram, Delta County local government designee, gave an overview of the leasing and permitting processes for oil and gas exploration and drilling. They explained each step of the process from the initial Expression of Interest to nominate parcels for sale, the LEASE PROCESS TO B2

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A long ride down Justin Pagone, 18, of Hotchkiss was headed southbound on Highway 133 last Thursday morning when he failed to negotiate a curve. Pagone’s 1997 Chevrolet Silverado pickup went off the left side of the highway before going down an embankment nearly 98 feet, colliding with fencing and falling trees. The truck continued another 39-1/2 feet and went down the hillside about 77 feet hitting more trees, rolling 1/4 times and landing on its side facing east. Pagone was injured and transported to Delta County Memorial Hospital by North Fork Ambulance. Colorado State Patrol Trooper Scott Santilli cited Pagone with careless driving. The Hotchkiss Fire Department and Delta County Sheriff’s Office routed traffic to Lorah Lane and Hanson Mesa Road while the accident site was cleared.

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VFW honors students BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The Black Canyon Veterans of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxiliary Post 9333 in Hotchkiss annually recognizes students who have excelled in writing Voice of Democracy speeches and in the “Just Say No” Coloring Contest. Commander Michael R. Davis welcomed the young winners and their families to the VFW Post. The Ladies Auxiliary prepared a pot luck dinner. Gwen Carpenter, youth activities chairman, introduced each of the winners. The “Just Say No” Coloring Contest was for kids in grades one through four in Crawford, Paonia and Hotchkiss. Only Hotchkiss third graders participated. The winners were first place Mia Cowan, second place Joslyn Kendall, third place Trevor Wingfield and fourth place Hector Elizalde. The winners received crayons, colored pencils, markers, a bag and gold dollars. Wingfield received two gold dollars, Kendall three gold dollars and Cowan

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Presentation on historic saw mills Photo by Kathy Browning

The Black Canyon VFW and Ladies Auxiliary Post 9333 presented prizes to the winners in their Voice of Democracy Speech Contest. Winners from Paonia High School are (left to right) Tyler Rapke, second place; Derrick Heinerger, first place; and Chelsea Reed, third place. Gwen Carpenter (right), youth activities chairman, presented the awards on Thursday, March 1.

four gold dollars. Carpenter said Paonia High School had a number of entries for the Voice of Democracy Speech Contest. All were members of Diane Hurst’s speech class. “This was the best, most rewarding speech class ever,” Hurst said. Paonia’s first place winner was Derrick Heinerger, Tyler Rapke sec-

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(Left to right) Trevor Wingfield, Joslyn Kendall and Mia Cowan received recognition for entering the VFW’s “Just Say No” Coloring Contest. The third graders are from Hotchkiss. Cowan won first place, Kendall second, Wingfield third and Hector Elizalde (not pictured) won fourth.

The public is invited to a program on March 17 at 1:30 at the HotchkissCrawford Historical Museum about saw mills located on Black Mesa and in the Crawford area.The museum is located at the corner of Second Street and Hotchkiss Avenue in Hotchkiss. Danny Cotten will present the history of the owners of the mills with maps, photos and stories of their families. The photo shows a saw mill crew. The location of the saw mill is unknown, but the museum believes the photo could have been taken around 1910. The pipes through the roof show the mill operated by steam engine. Besides the horse teams, at least two teams of oxen can be seen. Cotten will also relate what is known about the Diamond JO cattle brand. This cattle outfit ran several thousand head of cattle in the Crystal Creek and Fruitland Mesa areas in the 1880s.

ond place and third place went to Chelsea Reed. Hotchkiss High School’s Reed Hubbell won first place at his school and then went on to win third place at the FROM PAGE B1 district contest. public comment periods, the 30-day protest period following the sale notice from the BLM field office. Protests are reviewed by the field office and a decision is made to defer or go ahead with the sale. Sale notices are posted for 90 days. Bound booklets about the parcels in the auction are distributed to industry and individuals on the BLM’s mailing list, field offices, surface management agencies and county commissioners. This panel explained how protests of sale parcels are resolved. In a breakout session with members of the BLM, they explained Photo by Kathy Browning that the EnvironmenReed Hubbell of Hotchkiss tal Assessment (EA) High School won first must have “No Finding place for his Voice of of Significant Impact” Democracy speech and while the Environmental placed third at the district Impact Statement (EIS) competition. can state that there will

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be an impact. That is why the BLM experts say that the EA is best for the leasing process. Ryan Taylor of the USFS stated that current gas development on the GMUG is approximately 160,000 acres leased. For the Paonia area that amounts to 84,000 acres leased. Currently there are 21 gas wells on forest lands. Sixteen of those are in the Paonia District and five are on the Grand Valley District. There is one compressor station, the Ragged Mountain Compressor. Thirty-five miles of pipeline has been laid for gathering and transmission. The presentations on regulations of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) was handled by Dave Andrews, west region engineering supervisor, Linda Spry

O’Rourke, north west region environmental protection, David Kubeczko, oil and gas local assessment specialist, Bruce Bertram, local government designee and Ken Nordstrom, Delta County Environmental Health Director. Among the topics discussed, was the role of the COGCC in each step of the process from drilling, hydraulic fracturing, water and air quality. Teresa Pfifer, BLM land and minerals staff supervisor and Eric Sanford of SG Interests addressed land issues. Pfifer explained the various homestead and other acts which govern mineral rights. Sanford discussed the complexity of surface and mineral rights being owned by different parties. This information can be found at the county assessor.

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Paonia Film Festival takes place March 23-24

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Swingin’ beats Paonia Junior-Senior High vocalists will be showcased at a dessert show to be held at 7 p.m. Friday, March 30, and Saturday, March 31. “Swingin’ Beats & Latin Heat” will feaure the mixed choirs and swing choir. Advance tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for kids 12 and under. The cost will be $12 at the door. Contact Paonia High School or a choir member to purchase tickets.

KPP hosts Women’s Clothing Extravaganza This St. Patrick’s Day be sure to wear recycled green. Back by popular demand is the Kids’ Pasta Project Women’s Clothing Extravaganza, Runway Show, Silpada Sale and Super Supper. There will be lots of $1, $3 and $5 items in addition to “Special Designer” items. This all happens March 17 from 5-9 p.m. at The Blue Sage Center for the Arts in Paonia. Admission is $7 and includes a green pasta

salad bar, a complimentary libation and lots of entertainment. Your castoff can become someone else’s treasure. Needed ASAP are warmweather skirts, tank tops and shorts, cold-weather coats, sweaters, boots, jeans and pants for someone else’s body, dresses for work, play or a night on the town, accessories like shoes, purses, scarves . . . you get the idea! Bring your clean, gently-worn items in bags or boxes or on hangers to

the Paonia Library. Thanks for helping the Kids’ Pasta Project help others. For more information, e-mail lauraleeyates@ yahoo.com. Proceeds will benefit the Kids’ Pasta Project Scholarship Fund.

The second annual Paonia Film Festival will be held March 23-24, at the Paradise Theatre and the Blue Sage Center for the Arts. The diverse and entertaining line-up includes short films in the following categories: kids, promotional, environmental documentary, documentary, comedy, music and drama. Filmmakers hail from across western Colorado, including Paonia, Crested Butte and Grand Junction. Their films range in length from 1-1/2 to 14 minutes. All films will be screened Friday, March 23, at the Paradise Theatre and the Blue Sage at 7 p.m., and again on Saturday, 11 a.m. at the Paradise and 2 p.m. at the Blue Sage. The popular Red Carpet Event will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, followed by the awards ceremony. At the end of the evening, the prize-winning films will be screened. Hollywood formal attire is encouraged for the Red Carpet Gala, and be sure to arrive early to watch the filmmakers walk the red

Wear House Follies planned March 11 The Hotchkiss Wear House is celebrating 30 years of service to the community with a fashion show musical Sunday, March 11, at the Hotchkiss Methodist Church. The show begins at 3 p.m. and is free to the public. “Wear House Follies” will feature fashions from the Wear House, cowboy poetry and music by the 27 String Band. After the show, pie, ice cream and coffee will be served. Donations for the pie and ice cream will

benefit the Hotchkiss Community Food Bank and Helping Hand Fund. The Wear House is sponsored by Peace Circle, a women’s group of Hotchkiss Community United Methodist Church. The merchandise donations received become donation dollars to help support our local community missions. The support of the community is much appreciated.

carpet. An impartial panel of film industry professionals with ties to western Colorado judged the films this year. However, the audience will have an opportunity throughout the festival to vote for the Audience Choice Best Film Award. Festival organizers are excited to have a category featuring kids this year. Paonia’s Leo Chapman’s silent film, “Stop Mime Fotography,” is visually stunning in black and white. Eden Clearwater, also of Paonia, offers up the adventurous and daring “River” to celebrate his friend’s birthday. “Drinks with Felix,” a documentary by Cyn Holder and Ali Lightfoot, looks back at the long life of an influential Paonia man. In the Comedy category, Barry Smith’s “Secrets of Winter” is an unusual perspective on snowy weather. “Red Lady,” an environmental documentary by Jeremy Rubingh, explores the views of Crested Butte locals concerning the proposed molybdenum mine in the area. Jordan Schevene and Logan WoodsDarby’s “No Strings” is an engrossing story of one young woman’s life at a crossroads. David Jacobson’s music video,

“Something Happening in the Air,” offers a unique history of social change throughout the world along with original music by the Strolling Scones. This year’s festival also features original music scores by Devon Alves, Logan Woods-Darby, Eric Darby (“No Strings”), Ellen Stapenhorst and Thea Deley (“Son Shades”). A complete list of this year’s official selections and event schedule is available at www.paoniafilmfestival.com. While all films are rated PG-13, the event is not suitable for younger children. Tickets are $8 for individual screenings; $30 for Red Carpet Gala; and $45 for All-Access Passes. Tickets go on sale March 9 at KVNF or online at www.paoniafilmfestival. com.

Thank You! The family of Edna Purnell would like to say “Thank You” for all of your thoughts and prayers during this time. Special thanks go out to the Hotchkiss Elks Lodge and Zack’s Restaurant.

Sparking the Love in Your Life: A PLAYSHOP INTENSIVE FOR COUPLES

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Headed for state Mathletes Nate Arreguin-Cole and Parker Katzdorn of Hotchkiss K-8 are heading to the State Math Counts Competition at the Colorado School of Mines on March 17. There were over 120 math competitors in the regional competition. Arreguin-Cole ranked 15th and Katzdorn 19th.

Apply for musical scholarships If you are considering a career as a musician or just need a little help giving your playing/performing a kickstart, consider applying for assistance with the Howard Berkman Scholarship Fund. Scholarship grants of varying amounts are available to aspiring musicians of any age based on need, proficiency on an instrument, etc. Applications can be

Lampton named delegate Shayla Lampton, a student at Paonia High School, has been selected to represent Colorado as a national youth delegate at the 2012 Washington Youth Summit on the Environment at George Mason University on June 24-29. Lampton will join a select group of 250 students from across the country to participate in an intensive week-long study of leadership in environmental science and conservation. Lampton was chosen based on academic accomplishments and a demonstrated interest and excellence in leadership in the sciences and conservation studies. George Mason University along with partners, National Geographic and the National Zoo, are hoting the summit.

picked up at Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia Library, Paonia Vision School or at website howardberkman. com/newhoward/scholarships.html. Applications are due by April 15.

Blue Sage seeks art for mythology exhibit The Blue Sage Center for the Arts next gallery exhibit will be “Mythology.” The center is looking for submission of visual art depicting goddess, mythological creatures, legends and lore. Submissions are due March 19 and must be accompanied by The Blue Sage submission application which is available online at www.bluesage. org. Submission guidelines and information are also available there.

It’s an organic Business After Hours The Paonia Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Business After Hours on Wednesday, March 14, from 5-7 p.m. The event will be held at Garden Planet at 719 Second Street in Paonia. Garden Planet is an organic farm and garden

warehouse. Discover how to develop a healthy soil food web, brew microbial tea, grow your own fish — on site mini Aqua-ponic demonstration and learn tips for diagnosing plant deficiencies and disease. For more information, call 527-3522.

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WORKDAY AUCTION & ALUMNI DINNER — Tuesday, March 20 — at Hotchkiss High School Commons Dinner • 5:30-7:00 p.m. Featuring All-You-Can-Eat

Rocky Mountain Oysters & Chicken Tenders Dinner $12 Adults • $5 Children (5-12)

WORKDAY AUCTION • 7:00 P.M. Workers sold as singles or pairs to work 8 hours for buyer For more information or tickets contact Teresa Burns at

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OXBOW MINING, LLC Thanks its employees and area businesses for supporting OXBOW MINING DOLLARS! For each Oxbow Mining Dollar returned, Oxbow Mining, LLC will donate $1.00 to an area food bank. With this effort still going strong, we sincerely thank the following businesses for the over $7,645 returned to date: Stop-N-Save, Gofer, First Colorado National Bank, North Fork Valley Restaurant, Oxygen Plus, DeltaBank Center, West’s Home Center, Weekender Sports, Becky Roberts, Stoney Mesa Family Practice, Delta County Memorial Hospital, US Bank, Christian T. Johnson, DDS, Black Jack’s Auto Recycling, Big John’s Lumber, On the Rocks, Peak Performance Chiropractic, Sol Margaritas, CarQuest, The Diner, Shell Petroleum, Farmer Frank’s, Lincoln Elementary, Abrasive Edge, Benson Brothers, Monument Oil, 2nd Edition, Hair Design Studio, City Market, Town of Hotchkiss, Hotchkiss Rentals, Delta U-Haul, Delta Pawn, Tri-R-Liquors, Ace Hardware, Delirious Liquors, Cedaredge Chiropractic, North Fork Family Dentistry, USPS, MacDaddy Motorworx, Don’s Market, Ribbons & Roses Antique Mall, Sylvia’s Styling Salon, Renfrow Family Partnership, Delta County Independent, Desperado, ADR Fencing, Cedaredge Pharmacy, Family Physicians, Walmart Montrose, Cuttin’ Loose, Duckworks, Inc., Hays Drug, Modern Appliance, Farnsworth Construction, Paonia Farm & Home Supply, Anderson Farm Supply, Home Town Café, Randall Fisher, CPA, Joe’s Property Care, High Country Shopper, Home Depot, ETSS LLC, Baker’s Transmission, Cedaredge Foodtown, Dependable Lumber, Rogers Mesa Store, Sawmill Outlet, Double J Disposal, Lasting Impressions, CEO Accounting, First State Bank of Colorado, Thirty One Gifts, Maranatha Fellowship, Ken Wilson Insurance, NF Bank Center, Kwiki Tire, Family Dollar, Sonic, Lewis & Co CPAs PC, Mesa Liquor, Paonia Cleaners, Back Country Coffee, Lily & Rose, Ashley Owens, Hoolie’s Place, Sudsy Duds Laundry, Stone Mountain Systems, Silver State Shell, Paonia State Bank, Leroux Creek Nursery, Cindy Davis Massage, Gloria Constancio, Tuin Glass, Colorado West Ophthalmology, Kevin Parks Insurance, Homestead Market, Delta County Federal Credit Union, Jeans Westerner, North Fork Medical Clinic, Delta Food Pantry, Coaltrain Coffee House, Paonia Auto, High Country Gardens, Paonia Liquors, Connie’s Family Restaurant, Orval’s Used Cars, St. Michael’s Church, Moonshine Liquors, City Market - Delta, Starvin’ Arvin’s, B & T Auto Service, Theresa M. Cowell, Short Branch Liquor, Wal-Mart-Delta, Kut & Klip Barbers, Hotchkiss Automotive, Paonia Post Office, Black Canyon Café, North Fork Dentistry, Earthworms, Mike & Christy Dumond, J P Palmerro, Bresnan Communications, Subway/T&L Sandwiches, La Casa Victorian, Subway-Paonia, Rev. Earl Douglas, Lee McAdams, DDS, Needful Things, Amerigas, Alan B. Ridgway, DDS, Lilly’s (Glenwood Springs), Flying Fork Café, Consolidated Finance Corp., Grand Junction Western Wear, Rain Crow Farms CSA, Durango Antique Market, Hi Fashion Fabrics, Orchard Valley Farms/ Black Bridge Winery, North Fork Vision Center, Cedaredge Elementary School, CAWS, Surface Creek Bank, Summers Rocky Mt. Motors, Dr. Dave Noffsinger, Paonia Physical Therapy, DMEA, Grand Mesa Veterinary Hospital, Leisure Time Sports, S. Gazzillo, Something for Everyone, Delicious Orchards, Stengel’s Gun Shop, Cimarron Dental, Western Convenience Store, Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company, European Target Shooters Supplies, Yost Family Dentistry, Paradise Theater, Tiggers Place, Montrose Ford-Nissan.

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HK8 students collect jeans for teens BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Megan Lange, an eighth grader at Hotchkiss K-8 School, decided to help collect clothing for homeless teens. But not just any clothing. “A lot of teenagers who are homeless get things from charities, but they don’t get what my friends and I get — cool name brand jeans,” Lange explained. She thought about

the problem and found a website that was talking about the same idea. “Oh, this is so cool! I had never heard of anything like it before. I wanted to get involved in the community. So, I looked into it and it sounded legitimate.” The website was for Aeropostale, which is one of her favorite stores. The teen clothing store has been doing an annual jeans drive for five years. The program is called

in three homeless people and organizations receive go online to www.aeroJeans for Teens. postale.com and www. Hotchkiss K-8 col- are under the age of 18. the jeans. For more information, jeansforteens.com. lected 160 pairs of jeans Over 900 youth shelters and sent them to Aeropostale. This year Aeropostale, with the support of 1,000 schools and 125,000 teens, collected over one million pairs of jeans. All of them will be distributed to homeless teens. According to the store’s website, one

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Megan Lange started a jean drive in January at Hotchkiss K-8 School. By Feb. 6, 160 pairs of jeans had been collected school wide for homeless teens. Lange found out about the Jeans for Teens program, thought it was a great idea and got the entire school involved.

HHS comedies are a hit Four one-act plays a big hit in Hotchkiss BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Thur., Mar. 8 Western Slope Honor Choir; Paonia Girls Basketball at State vs. Del Norte, 8:45 a.m. at Pueblo Events Center. (Winner plays at 4:00 p.m. Friday.) Mon., Mar. 12 Varsity Baseball at Hotchkiss, 2:30 p.m. Tues., Mar. 13 JV Baseball at Montrose, 2:00, 4:00 p.m. Mar. 13-15 TCAP Testing Grades 7-10. Sponsored By: 133 Grand Avenue Paonia, CO 81428 (970) 527-4141 150 Gunnison River Drive Delta, CO 81416 (970) 874-0100

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Hotchkiss High School presented four one-act plays last week in two performances on Wednesday and Thursday. Audiences were greatly entertained by the comedies. They were lots of fun and performed ably by the students. The plays were “Good Business Sense” by Emmett Loverde, “Check, Please” by Jonathan Rand, “It’s Not You, It’s Me” by Don Zolidis and “The Audition” by Don Zolidis. Lenore Cambria and

Susan Hamrick directed the plays, with Cambria writing additional scenes for “Check, Please” and “It’s Not You, It’s Me,” so more students could act in the plays. Cambria also choreographed the curtain call complete with top hats to the theme from “Chorus Line.” This tied-in with the last play, “The Audition,” which was about auditioning for “Chorus Line.” “The Audition” featured musical numbers from Mandi Chermak, Rose Walker and Anna Ashmore. Twenty-seven students performed in the plays.

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Lane Coe (left) and Kelli Buhrdorf share a romantic night out but sense uncertainties in their relationship in “It’s Not You, It’s Me.” This was one of four comedies presented by students at Hotchkiss High School Feb. 29 and March 1.

Paonia students get ready for CSAP tests

154 art show opens March 9 BY MARGOT RICHARDSON Creamery Arts Center

HOTCHKISS HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE Thur., Mar. 8 Fri., Mar. 9

Sat., Mar. 10 Mon., Mar. 12

Mar., 13-15 Tues., Mar. 13

Tennis at Montrose, 4:00 p.m. Varsity Tennis at Home vs. Delta, 4:00 p.m.; JV Tennis at Delta, 4:00 p.m. March Madness Dance, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Varsity Baseball at Home vs. Paonia, 4:00 p.m. JV Baseball at Montrose, 2:30, 4:30 p.m.; FFA at Weld Central Meeting. CSAP/TCAP Testing. JV Baseball at Home vs. Olathe, 4:00 p.m.

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This is a fund raiser for a pro-life billboard. Ticket prices are $10 per adult, $4 for a child ages 5 to 12, and children under 5 are free. Tickets may be purchased any Sunday through March 18 at St. Philip’s Catholic Mission between 9 - 10 a.m. or by contacting Blaine Wells at 856-2315. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Mesa Meltdown ski race is Saturday The Mesa Meltdown cross-country ski race will be held on Saturday, March 10, at Skyway on Grand Mesa. This features a 20K and a 5K, both freestyle races starting simultaneously at 11 a.m. Registration is on race day only, Cost is $10 for Grand Mesa Nordic Council members, $15 for others. All ages and abilities are welcome. For more information call 434-9753 or go to www.gmnc.org.

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Barnelopet is fun ski event for kids BY BOB BORCHARDT Staff Writer

No, it’s not the Olympics, but with five inches of new snow falling overnight, followed by a gorgeous sunny day, this year’s Barnelopet was a day filled with excitement, ski lessons and fun-filled events for young cross-country skiers. The event took place Saturday, March 3, on the Grand Mesa. According to Grand Mesa Nordic Council (GMNC) race organizer Tom Ela, the parking lot at the Skyway Nordic Ski area was filled to capacity with somewhere between

Lenten Bible study is underway Each Wednesday during Lent, a Bible study will be shared at Eckert Presbyterian Church. Prior to the Bible study, which begins at 6 p.m. in Hunsicker Hall, a soup supper will be served. All are welcome, so please join this wonderful tradition and be part of the Christian experience at Eckert Presbyterian Church through March 28.

50 to 60 youthful John Burritt wannabes, their parents, brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, for the 10th annual Barnelopet. Buritt, an Olympic record holder and a resident of Delta County, competed in the 1960 Olympics biathlon. Today, the biathlon combines cross-country skiing with shooting from both the standing and prone positions using a .22 caliber rifle. In John’s day skiers used a large bore rifle. Hosted and organized by the GMNC and sponsored by the Sons of Norway District 6, and the Sons of Norway Vestafjell Lodge 146, the Barnelopet (literally translated as children’s race) is a noncompetitive cross-country skiing event for young people, ages 3 to 16, modeled after similar ski events in Norway. According to the “Vestafjell Vanderer,” the lodge’s newsletter, “By holding these race days each year, we hope to introduce and promote the healthy and exhilarating sport of crosscountry skiing to these young athletes, ages 3 to 16, while emphasizing its connection to the people

and culture of Norway and Scandinavia.” Open to both boys and girls of all skill levels, the Barnelopet is a free event involving the whole family. Parents can either walk or ski along the course with their children. Many parents chose to line up at the finish line to cheer the young skiers on with cowbells and flags.

This year’s event took place at the Skyway Nordic Ski Area, starting with free cross-country ski lessons for the youngsters in the morning, and finishing the day with a five-kilometer (3.1 miles) race, and the shorter, one and two kilometer beginner “fun” races in the afternoon. Ron Thorenson, spokesperson for the the Sons of Norway

Vestafjell, said that when the event began, the temperature was a balmy eight degrees above zero. But it felt warmer!” Something new this year, all events began and ended at the new GMNC warming hut and were run backwards compared to previous years’ races. And, in keeping with the 10 years of tradition, there were no losers, as

members of the Sons of Norway presented all the youngsters with a souvenir flag of Norway and an honorary Norwegian citizenship, souvenir race bibs, free cookies, hot drinks and a beautiful Olympic-style medal as they crossed the finish line. Thorenson, noting that many of the young people who have participated in past Barnelopets are now returning to participate in each year’s event, concluded, “We are now beginning to get some great young cross-country skiers.”

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With cow bells clanging and cheering families, these young cross-country skiers race up a small hill towards the finish line during Saturday’s Barnelopet on the Grand Mesa. The event helps children discover the fun of cross-country skiing.

The Town of Orchard City will be working on Fairview Rd. between 2050 Rd. and 2075 Rd. Expect periodic road closures from February 13 thru March 9. Any questions call Orchard City Town Hall at 835-3337.

Plants of the Western Slope A look at local flora with Evelyn Horn Pasque Flower Sunshine and blue sky but the snow glistens on the rim of Grand Mesa. And since it’s not spring yet, I’ll have to visit the high country by way of delightful memories. As Allen and I drove along the Land’s End Road, patches of snow remained under the groves of tall Englemann spruce and subalpine fir. The breeze was cold. We were in search of the pale blue flowers of the early blooming Pasque flower which ranges from Alaska to Texas, from sagebrush to tree-limit. This widespread perennial of temperate regions has many common names, so its having more than one botanical label is not surprising. It may be found as Pulsatilla patens (the meaning of “pusatilla” is obscure but “patens” apparently alludes to the spreading foliage). It’s also known as P. ludoviciana, P. hirsutissima (meaning very hairy), or Anemone patens. As a harbinger of spring, the pretty blossoms are known as Prairie Crocus or as “April fool” since it’s likely to end up under late snows. Timothy Coffey’s “History and Folklore of North American Wildflowers” lists many fascinating common names, but

from “pasch” (the Passover Feast) comes the most frequent association, that of Easter. The tulip-like blossoms, over an inch tall and equally wide, appear singly at the tip of the foot-tall stem. Nestled within the five to seven petal-like segments are numerous yellow stamens. The fern-like leaves are covered with silky hairs, giving the entire plant a downy appearance. But most unusual, the flower bud begins its development within a set of leaves which completely surround the stem. From this “whorl” of leaves the flower stalk continues to grow so that the blossom itself and the resulting seeds are several inches above the whorl. Each of the numerous 1/4-inch seeds has a long, silky “tail” so that the fruits are often more obvious than the flowers. This leads to such names as Lion’s Beard, Old Man’s Beard, Old Maid’s Bonnet and Prairie Smoke. Pasque flower (pronounced “pask”) is a member of the Crowfoot Family (so named for the leaf shape of some species) or Ranunculaceae, which contains such poisonous plants as the irregular flowered monkshood and larkspur. However, in addition to these irregular flowers there are also

Dramatic Lenten lessons at All Saints on Wednesdays All Saints Lutheran Church is presenting a series of five short dramas entitled “The People vs Jesus of Nazareth” on Wednesdays during Lent. In this series, you will find a courtroom scene, a judge, bailiff, prosecuting and defense attorneys. The action is the questioning and cross examination of Biblical witnesses who saw the life of Jesus, with the congregation being the jury. Those being questioned include John, Mary Magdaline, Herod, James and Mary, the mother of Jesus. The worship service with the dramas begins at 7 p.m., preceded by a soup supper. Come, enjoy and be inspired. All

Saints is located on Highway 65, one mile north of the Cory General Store.

Irish stew supper set for March 16 The Zeta Omicron Chapter of ESA Sorority is hosting its annual Irish Stew dinner on Friday, March 16, at the Masonic Hall in Cedaredge. Cost is $6 per person. The menu includes beef stew or potato soup, salad, roll, dessert and a drink. Take out and delivery service is available.

regular-flowered (all the segments alike in shape and size) such as marsh marigold, buttercup, clematis, Colorado columbine and Pasque flower. Sometimes this family is divided into subfamilies by their fruit: The group of Ranunculus has simple seeds (sometimes with

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— NOTICE — The Town of Orchard City is seeking to ﬁll two positions on the Orchard City Planning Commission. The positions are three-year terms and will begin April 24, 2012.

tails as the Pasque flower) and the group Hellebore has berry or pod like fruits. Standing here, I yearn to be in the midst of the Grand Mesa’s wildflowers. But first come the sandhill cranes to Hart’s Basin and then there’s no time for day-dreaming.

Interested parties must be at least 18 years of age and a resident of Orchard City for no less than one year. Please send a letter of interest to the Orchard City Town Hall at 9661 2100 Road, Austin, CO 81410. Letters of intent must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. April 2, 2012. The Board of Trustees will make their selection on April 11, 2012.

If you have questions, please call 835-3337.

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2012 Through the DCI’s annual Home Improvement Guide Guide, readers will find helpful hints and ideas on home improvement, landscaping and where to turn to for professional assistance to get the job done right. If you are in the home improvement business such as painting, roofing, plumbing, remodeling, drywall, electrical, landscaping or others; or you sell building materials and supplies, carpet, windows, doors, concrete, fixtures, paint, wallpaper, landscaping materials/supplies or other items or services necessary for home fixup, such as home improvement loans to get the job done, you will find this supplement a valuable marketing tool for your goods or services. This year’s Home Improvement Guide will be in a new larger size of 16 3/4” x 11 3/8” which will be inserted in the DCI on March 28 and will also be handed out at the Home and Garden Show in Delta on March 30 & 31. This new format will allow for more options in the size of ads to accomodate all budgets. If you’d like to be included in the 2012 Home Improvement Guide call 874-4421 now to reserve your space. HURRY... Deadline is March 14 ADVERTISING RATES FOR HOME IMPROVEMENT GUIDE 1/16 page (2 3/8” x 3 3/4”).......................................................$40.00 1/8 page (5” x 3 3/4” or 2 3/8” x 7 1/2”)..............................$70.00 1/4 page (5” x 7 1/2”)................................................................. $125.00 1/3 page ( 10 1/4” x 5”) ..............................................................$185.00 1/2 page (10 1/4” x 7 1/2” or 15 1/4” x 5”)............................$235.00 3/4 page (10 1/4” x 11 1/4”)......................................................$350.00 Inside Full page (10 1/4” x 15 1/4”)..........................................$450.00 Back Full Page (10 1/4” x 15 1/4”).............................................$475.00 Mini Back/Front (1/2 pg. on the back when folded or on the front when flat)...$250.00 FREE FULL COLOR with 1/2 page or larger Full color on 1/3 page or smaller is an additional $20.00

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On Jan. 21 and 22, Delta County junior princess Tess Gore and princess Arla Nelson went to the National Western Stock Show in Denver to volunteer their time and represent Delta County. One of their activities was a tour of the KUSA Channel 9 News building. Arla was able to make the tour, but Tess and her family got held up in traffic and missed it. Arla was able to see how a newscast is made ready for live broadcast from the control room to the anchor room. She found the tour very informative. The next day Arla and Tess went to the Nation-

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Arla Nelson enjoyed a tour of the KUSA Channel 9 News building. She‘s pictured above with the evening anchor team. al Western Stock Show the royalty coordinator. complex and met with The girls were assigned to help with the Pony Trails. This is an area set up to entertain younger children. That afternoon Arla and Tess greeted the stock show crowds and

helped direct the Gold Buckle seating during the PRCA rodeo. Arla and Tess said they had a blast volunteering and representing Delta County at the National Western Stock Show.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service, has entered in to a cooperative agreement with the Colorado Department of Agriculture, Division of Plant Industry, to distribute cost-share reimbursePhoto submitted ments to organic producArla Nelson and Tess Gore, Delta County Fair & ers and handlers. Rodeo royalty, volunteered at the National Western In order to qualify for Stock Show. this year’s reimburse-

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Are you planning on hunting big game in 2012 and have questions about how to get a license? Join Colorado Parks and Wildlife for an introductory workshop on big-game licenses on March 22 in Montrose. Learn about how the draw and preference point system works, how to determine your odds of drawing a limited license, the difference between limited and over-thecounter licenses, when you can have more than one big-game license and much more. The application deadline for Colorado limited big game hunting licenses is April 3. This free seminar is excellent for any hunter who wants to better understand how big game licensing works in Colorado and needs help planning a hunt. District wildlife managers from

the Montrose office will be on hand to answer questions. The class will be limited to 22 people, and will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Montrose Service Center, 23000 S. Townsend Avenue. To register, call 2526000.

Order your seedlings The CSU Extension is taking orders for seedling trees through Friday, April 13. The trees will be ready for pickup the end of April. To qualify, land owners must have two or more acres and use the seedlings for conservation purposes. More than 40 species are available. Contact Ginny Price at 249-3935 or e-mail gprice@montrosecounty. net for details.

ment producers and handlers must have received certification or continuation of certification by a USDA accredited certifying agent commencing Oct. 1, 2011 through Sept. 30, 2012. Under the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, cost share assistance payments are limited to 75 percent of an individual producer’s or handler’s certification costs up to a maximum of $750 per year per category of certification. These funds will be distributed until exhausted on a first come first serve basis. The deadline for submitting applications is Oct. 31, 2012. Applications for the reimbursements should be submitted after your certification process is complete and all fees have been paid. Proof of certification and certification fees paid must be submitted with your application. CDA is accredited by the USDA as an organic state certifier under the National Organic Program and currently certifies approximately 185 Colorado facilities. Producers and handlers who use other certifying agencies may still qualify for this cost-share program but must contact CDA for the appropriate forms. For copies of the cost assistance forms, visit www.colorado.gov/ag/dpi or call Barbara Rosenbach at (303) 239-4139.

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Go Simple…in this upgraded smaller home in Hotchkiss. Between downtown and City Market, this is the perfect place to walk anywhere in town. Cute 2bd, 1ba bungalow that has lots of space and a great fenced backyard and storage shed. $119,900 #664069

Bank-owned…2 homes on 4 acres in city limits. Pretty views, nice lot w/pond for irrigation. 1997 double wide & 1988 single wide. Single wide may have to be removed...if so, the extra tap, etc. would remain for another unit. As-is/Where-is www. tourfactory.com/815918 $95,000 #664382

Looking…for that special subdivision to build your upscale home? Surrounded by rolling hills, preserved open space and natural beauty, this is the place. Irrigation water and water taps included. Lots available from $50,000-$84,000 #665162

35 Acres…with abundant water. High on a mesa, yet only minutes to Hotchkiss. Spectacular views. Good irrigation. Includes water tap plus well permit. Also includes all mineral rights. One-of-a-kind 35 acre tract. Priced to sell at $325,000 #652125

Fantastic Price…on vacant land! This 40 acre parcel is on Fruitland Mesa and the views are stunning. Build your dream home on this parcel and rarely see another soul Adjacent to BLM, with wildlife galore! $140,000 #656500

Custom 3BR/2BA...home with gourmet kitchen, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar and tile floors. Great room concept is open and bright. Wood doors throughout. All bedrooms have walkin closets. Finished 2 car garage. Edge of town location with nice views. $259,000 #656035

Great Home…in Fox Hollow. Open and elegant, built in 2007, with 1,731 sq. ft. and 4BR/2BA. Just painted and with new carpet and landscaping. Best Price in the Neighborhood! $218,900 #664230

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Nice Home, Great Price… 3BR/2BA, 1694 sq. ft. ranch home on .68 acre with a huge yard and terrific views. This is a Fannie Mae Homepath property, purchase for as little as 3% down. Qualifies for Homepath Renovation Mortgage financing. $122,400 #665643

Dream Away…Relax and enjoy the easy life in this lovely 3BR/2BA, 1818 sq. ft. golf course home with an open living area, breakfast nook and formal dining room. Nicely landscaped yard, complete RV hook-up, extra storage above att. 2 car garage. $229,900 #621251

Golf Course Beauty…Move right into this very well maintained 3BR/2BA, 2156 sq. ft. home with an open living area, vaulted ceilings, split bedroom design. Nice patio, separate picnic area, golf cart shed just off the cart path at DeerCreek Village Golf Course. $299,500 #654918

Easy Living…Beautiful 2BR/BA, 1248 sq. ft. wheelchair accessible townhome, located within steps to the golf course. Heated 2 car garage. Outside is completely maintained through HOA, allowing lots of time to play and relax. $176,500 #665651

Bring Us An Offer…Pretty & spacious 4BR/2.5BA, 2908 sq. ft. custom log home on 2.78 acres, in a desirable country location. Large office, family room, mostly finished basement, lots of storage. Great decks, new roof, fenced property & garden area. $275,000 NOW $250,000 #660499

Horses Welcome… Remodeled 3BR/2BA modular, built in 1995, on 2.33 acres, borders Surface Creek in a unique location with privacy. Lots of trees, irrigation water, good setup for horses. 2nd septic in place in lower pasture for a new home. $169,000 #661727

360° VIEWS…Build the home of your dreams on this 2.07 acre parcel atop Cedar Mesa. Property includes a paid USCDWUA water tap (not installed). Great location just minutes to Cedaredge and an easy commute to Hotchkiss or Paonia. $79,995 #656841

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HORIZONS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 11411 Hwy. 65 • Eckert, CO 81418 Studio Apartment Senior Living 55 and older. Includes all utilities except satellite and phone $624 per month Additional services available

Horizons Retirement Community 970-835-3113

Delta Village APARTMENTS 289 Stafford Lane • Delta Elderly and/or Disabled Housing Rental Assistance Available

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COUNTRY LIVING: TWO bedroom duplex apartment, edge of bluff overlooking Gunnison River off Hwy. 65 about five miles from Delta. Garage, storage, kitchen/laundry appliances, water included. New paint and carpet. $700 per month, one month deposit, references. 970-245-5765 or seedpod80@hotmail.com. (4x9) FOR RENT IN PAONIA: Two bedroom, one bath, 800 square foot house. $650 per month. Gas heat. References. One month security. Available March 16. 970-261-2737. (tfnx7) SMALL HOME IN Austin available March 1. $500 rent, $500 deposit. No pets. Call 275-5791. (tfnx7) SECOND STORY APT. for rent in Delta. One bedroom with storage unit, laundry. All utilities except electric paid. 874-4436 MonFri, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (2x9)

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THREE BEDROOM, 1 3/4 bath duplex in Delta. Attached garage, all appliances, no pets, no smoking. $800 per month plus deposit. 874-9215 or 2613486. (2x10) NEWLY REMODELED two bedroom upstairs apartment. 243-3241 in Delta. (3x10) FIVE BEDROOM, TWO bath, fenced yard, no garage, nicely remodeled Victorian, washer/dryer. $950 per month, $950 deposit. Pets OK with additional deposit. 161 W. 2nd Street, Delta. 527-4668. (3x9) MARCH SPECIAL, FIVEyear-old home with 6" walls, new carpet and paint. Three bedroom, two bath, maintenance free yard. Good neighborhood on Garnet Mesa. Call 252-8872 and leave message. (3x8)

Special Price for 45 days only! 6.68 acres with irrigation water and a domestic water tap. Build your dream home just outside Delta. Enjoy the country setting and 360 degree views, while having the convenience of Delta nearby. Only $76,000. #665177

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I BRIAN TALLENT AM no longer responsible for any debts other than my own, dated March 2, 2012. (1x10)

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MOBILE HOMES RENT TO OWN A mobile home set up in our quiet park outside of town of Montrose. Low down payment with a monthly payment as low at $485 per month. Utilities not included. A few three bedroom, two bath units available with more coming soon. Background checks done on all prospective tenants. Call today 970-249-8314. (8x9)

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RENTALS MEDICAL OFFICE building. Ideal location directly across from Delta County Memorial Hospital. Sale or lease. Available May 2012. 970-249-7485. (2x10)

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AMAZING VIEWS! Well maintained 3BR/2BA, 1640 sq. ft. ranch style home on .9 acre on the edge of Cedar Mesa, offering top of the world views. Quality construction with great room design, Eagle Windows, cellular blinds, low maintenance landscaping with drip system to trees and flowers for easy care. Attached 2 car garage has some handicap features and separate workshop area. $189,000 Cedaredge, CO #655944 QUALITY NEW HOME! Move right into lovely 3BR/ 2BA, 1757 sq. ft. ranch style home with an open feeling and many extras. Low E windows, vaulted ceilings, solid wood two panel doors, extra insulation, top quality plumbing fixtures & 5 pop-out window bays. No maintenance covered deck on back, two master suites with walkin closets, top notch cabinetry & beautiful tile work. Attached 2 car finished garage. One Year Builder’s Warranty is being provided. $218,700 Delta, CO #662212

NOTICES LOST & FOUND FOUND FEMALE PUPPY on East 5th, Garnet Mesa. Mostly border collie. 8747480. (1x10)

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ANTLER BUYER COMEing to the area March 10 and 11. Call for pricing and details. Top prices and grading. Buying all grades of antlers. Call 435-340-0334. (2x9)

GORGEOUS 3.62 LOT! INCLUDES Irrigation Water & Domestic Water Tap! Just NE of Cedaredge sits this Wonderful 3.62-Acre Lot for building YOUR Dream Home! Corner Lot, Great Location, Great Views! Come check this out! Cedaredge, #650989, $129,000

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D2 Wednesday, March 7, 2012 LIVESTOCK

SELLING 26 QUALITY Charolais bulls, one of which is a 1 1/2 year-old bull. March 22 at Delta Sales Yard. For more information, call Bob Black at 241-4544. (3x10) SIMMENTAL BULLS black and red yearlings Silverjack Simmentals. Greg Freeman. 970-2092326. (10x8)

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PICKUP ALUMINUM BOX diamond plate box for smaller pickups. Mounts on rail of pickup bed. 2 doors, easy access side entry. Dimensions: 60" Lx15”Tx17”W Good condition. $100. Call 874-4558, leave message. (tfn41)

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

TURN YOUR MOTOR home into a cash cow! Let us rent it for you. Call Ron at Funshares RV. 241-2702. (2x10) 1996 SKI-DOO SUMMIT 500. Good condition with reverse, rear rack and cover. 323-5151 after 6 p.m. (tfnx5).

TRAILER SALES TORSION TRAILER AXLE 3500 lb. rated torsion axle with 5-lug (4 1/2" pattern) spindles included. Dimensions are 82” track length, 65” frame width, 30 degree angle??? $175 874-4558, leave message. (tfnx41)

HELP WANTED TOWN OF ORCHARD City seeks candidate to fill Seasonal Maintenance Worker Laborer position. Duties include assisting in street maintenance, water line projects and repairs. Secondary duties include recreational ground keeping duties, equipment maintenance. Minimum qualifications: two or more years of similar or related experience, high school diploma and excellent work record. Salary EOE, range $12 to $15 per hour. Application deadline is March 16, 2012. Pick up application at Town Hall, 9661 2100 Road, Austin, CO 81410. EOE/ADA. (3x9) RN SHIFTS AND RNLPN-CNA PRNs at Colorow Care Center in Olathe, CO. Resumes to jbailado@pinonmgt.com. Or call 970-323-5504. EOE/ AA. (1x10) YOUR LISTING HERE! call now... 874-4421 and talk with an Ad Rep.

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HELP WANTED

MOUNTAIN COAL COMPANY LLC (MCC) WEST ELK MINE Somerset, Colorado

AVAILABLE POSITION: Warehouse Tech I or II Mountain Coal Company, L. L. C. is seeking candidates to be considered for Warehouse Tech I or II, to perform diverse Warehouse job functions that support the operating efficiency of West Elk Mine, including, but not limited to: Receive, stock, and inventory all incoming parts and supplies Operate various pieces of motorized equipment, including forklifts and front-end loaders. Process all receipts, including purchase order ID and verify to slip. Research and reconcile receiving problems. Conspec monitoring responsibilities. Maintain Satellite Warehouse. Inventory, issue and receive explosives. Utilize ELLIPSE extensively for Inventory Control Candidates must have: High School Diploma or GED equivalent, Minimum of five (5) years of Warehouse experience for Tech II and less than five (5) years for Tech I. Experience and proficiency with ELLIPSE or other inventory control system, capability of safely and efficiently operating a forklift and front-end loader for long periods of time, knowledge of mining equipment and supplies, and demonstrated communication skills (written and verbal). POSITION REPORTS TO: Warehouse Supervisor Information about the position may be directed to Edgar L. Langrand. Phone: 970-929-2254 or email: elangrand@archcoal. com. All qualified candidates interested in this position must apply no later than March 12, 2012 to Price Mine Service in Hotchkiss, CO. Phone 970-872-3214. Mountain Coal Company, L. L. C. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Workshop Series for Job Seekers Come learn tools and techniques designed to help you excel in the world of work. ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦

This series of workshops will cover: Realistic Job Expectations Writing a Winning Resume Learn and Improve Job Interviewing Skills Job Search Techniques: What to Use – What to Avoid

This free class is designed for anyone looking for a job or looking to change jobs in economically difficult times. Everyone can benefit from the tools, techniques and information. Class starts March 19, 10:00-11:30 a.m. for 4 weeks at the Delta Workforce Center. Pre-registration is required and enrollment is limited! For registration or to learn more, call Melissa at 874.5781, x 24 or email mfields-allgeyer@cwfc.net

Day Center CNA Full-time 40 hours per week Assists participants with activities of daily living, restorative and supportive care. Assists with organization and implementation of activity program. Monitors health status and provides a safe environment for participants. Requires a CNA license and a minimum of one year of experience working with the frail or elderly.

Please submit resumes to lquon@voa.org or apply at Senior CommUnity Care Center, 11485 Highway 65, Eckert, CO 81418. EEO

FROM THE PAST COMPILED FROM DELTA NEWSPAPERS By DELTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 251 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8721 March 8, 1912 (From the Delta Independent) The territory of Colorado was officially created fifty-one years ago. On February 28th, 1861, President Buchanan signed an act passed by the senate on February 28th, defining the Colorado boundaries and providing for a territorial government. The government did not go into immediate effect, however. President Buchanan was succeeded by Abraham Lincoln on March 4th and the appointment of territorial officers was left to the new administration. President Lincoln at once took the matter under advisement and began to select men for the territorial offices. The residents of Colorado favored General William Larimer for governor and strong sentiment was aroused to his favor. However, President Lincoln decided in favor of Colonel William Gilpin of Missouri, with a record of gallant service in the Seminole and Mexican wars, and Gilpin was officially appointed on March 22nd, 1961.

HELP WANTED

Delta County is accepting applications for a part-time (32 hours per week) Department Clerk I in the Treasurer/ Public Trustee Office. Responsibilities include performing routine and complex clerical and administrative duties associated with the functions of the Treasurer and Public Trustee. Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent, strong computer skills and three years of progressively responsible experience working with the public. Salary: $12.00 per hour Interested persons may submit a County Application to the County Administrator’s Office on or before Friday, March 16, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. Applications may be obtained at the Administrator’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer St., Ste 227, Delta, CO 81416 or by calling 970874-2459. Applications may also be obtained on our website at www.delta county.com. A resume may be attached to the completed County application. Delta County is an EOE/ADA employer.

PART-TIME IT ESSENtial Instructor needed to teach at Delta Correctional Facility. 20 hours a week. Must be able to pass a Department of Corrections background check and have A+ certification. Pay up to $20 per hour DOE. Send resume to John Jones, Director of Delta-Montrose Technical College, 1765 Hwy. 50, Delta, CO 81416, or e-mail to peggstaff@dmtc.edu, Administrative Assistant. Closing date for applying is March 10, 2012. (2x9) DELTA CONSERVATION District is accepting applications for Soil Conservation Technician position. Fulltime hours, annual salary range $32-38k depending on experience plus health insurance and paid holidays. Job requirements and application available at www.DeltaCD.net or call 970-874-5726 x121. Submit application and resume to 690 Industrial Blvd., Delta, CO 81416 by March 9. (3x8)

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SYSTEM DESIGN Supervisor. Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA) is seeking a System Design Supervisor. This position is responsible for: the cost-effective and efficient design of new or upgraded electric facilities; diplomatic conflict resolution; contract management; and providing advice and recommendations for energy use and efficiency improvements. High school diploma or equivalent required; Degree in engineering or construction-related field preferred. At least five years experience in electrical utility design and/or construction is required. Requires a demonstrated ability to supervise, and to negotiate and resolve concerns and conflict. Computer skills and written and oral communications skills required. Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license. To apply, contact the Colorado Workforce Center in Delta or Montrose, Colorado, phone: 970-874-5781 or 970-249-7783. Applicants must be registered with the Colorado Workforce Center. Application packets are available from the Workforce Center. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2012. DMEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (2x10) THE CITY OF DELTA IS accepting applications for seasonal positions in the Parks Department for the 2012 season. The season will start in April; applications will be kept on file until the season ends. Schedule of working hours will be established based on the needs of the department. Seasonal Laborers starting hourly $9.42, any combination of training and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; six months general landscaping or gardening experience. Both positions must possess a valid Colorado drivers license; will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and a background check. Submit a completed City of Delta employment application to Human Resources Director, City of Delta, 360 Main Street, Delta, CO 81416 by noon on 3/12/2012. Applications available on the City's web www.delta-co.gov; all submitted applications must complete last page of application to authorize the background check. EOE/MF. (2x10)

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FULL TIME FACULTY POSITION WITH BENEFITS Colorado Northwestern Community College is seeking to fill an Equine Studies and Management Program Director or Equine Studies Faculty Member position for fall semester 2012. Applicants will be considered for both positions based on qualifications. Bachelor’s Degree in Equine Studies or related field and two years’ work experience in the equine industry required. Master’s Degree in Equine Studies and five years’ work experience preferred. Preferred candidates will have previous secondary or post-secondary teaching experience. CNCC values high energy, creativity, and a strong desire to engage students. We are seeking faculty who will have a dramatic impact on student success, and will enhance a culture of excellence in our Career and Technical Education programs. CNCC is a small, rural community college located in Northwest Colorado. Please visit the CNCC website at www.cncc.edu for complete job descriptions and instructions for submission of an application. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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Governor Gilpin arrived in Denver May 29th and was accorded a warm welcome. He was soon followed by the other state officers and the organization of the territory was begun. Although he is said to have lacked the qualifications of a good governor, Governor Gilpin was one of the most popular men in public life in the state. Governor Gilpin ordered a general election in August, 1861, and on September 9th the organization of the territory was fully effected when the first legislature convened in Denver. Some historians believe that September 9th and not February 28th should be recognized as the date of the beginning of the territory. June 6th, the date of Gilpin’s proclamation, is also considered as the proper territorial anniversary. February 28th, however, marks the end of the long fight of the early pioneers of the territory of “Jefferson,” as Colorado was first called. *** A.B. Stetson of the upper end of the valley recently completed a fine sawed log residence in which he is now comfortably located. The structure is a seven room story and a half house with a basement under one-half of it. The inside of the logs are sawed while the outside is left round giving a very neat and rustic appearance. *** E.B. Priest and Mr. Smith of the Colorado Surface Creek railroad company, were at Cedaredge last Saturday conferring with local people regarding the new railroad project. C.H. Dillon was decided upon as the trustee, and no better man could be found in this section. The time was extended to March 1st, 1913 for the completion of the road, as much valuable time has been wasted in trying to get the matters agreeable to all concerned. The committee at once started work and has been meeting with

very good success, something over $6,000 having been subscribed. *** Engine 533 is again in service on the passenger run between Montrose and Grand Junction, after going into the shops for repairs from the wreck near Olathe a short time since. *** The entire second floor of the new Stockham building on Main Street, and purchased a few weeks ago by Mr. Conroy, has been leased by the state and will be used by the Delta company of the National Guard. The company removed from Moose hall on Wednesday and had their first drill in the new quarters that night. This fine room was first leased to the Delta Y.M.C.A. and was to have been fitted up for their use, but this plan was abandoned for some reason or other. *** Last year, Delta county had eighty-one automobiles. This year the number will doubtless exceed one hundred. As these machines will average above $1,000, the people of the county have over $100,000 invested in automobiles. Four years ago, there were but ten automobiles in the county. *** The Grand Mesa Abstract company, for two or three years past located in rooms on Main street just south of the new Fairlamb block, have taken a lease on rear rooms at the Colorado State bank and will remove to that point on or about the 16th of this month. The new quarters are now being fitted up for convenience and comfort of the abstract company. The Delta Electric Light company will occupy the quarters to be vacated by the abstract company, removing from a front office in the building just south of the Independent office. ***

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Delta County Independent

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Get ready to hunt big game in Colorado The Colorado Parks and Wildlife 2012 Big Game Hunting brochure is now available and limited license applications are being accepted for this fall’s big-game hunts. License applications for deer, elk, pronghorn, moose, sheep, goat and bear are due Tuesday, April 3. For 2012, Colorado Parks and Wildlife has updated the interactive online version of the big game brochure that features videos with online application tips and

hunting tips to use in the field. New tables in the brochure also help hunters easily identify units where licenses are valid and whether a hunter can hold more than one license at a time. This year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is again encouraging hunters to use the secure Internet portal to submit their limited license applications. “Our online system is easy, convenient and it keeps you from making some of the more common mis-

takes that could affect success in the drawing,” said Henrietta Turner, Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s license administration manager. “The website also has a wealth of resources for hunters looking to plan a memorable hunt.” The 2012 brochure also explains some significant changes to Colorado’s late youth elk hunting regulations. Since 2000, 12- to 17-year-olds with an unfilled elk tag could take advantage of cow elk hunting opportunities in

any unit offering a lateseason hunt. These late hunts were extremely successful in encouraging youth participation, but some areas around Craig, Meeker and Steamboat Springs experienced high levels of hunting pressure. Changes to the program this year will ensure hunting pressure is more evenly distributed. “When we were over our elk population objective, we committed to landowners that we would develop innovative ways of reducing elk

numbers and elk conflict,” said Ron Velarde, regional manager for northwest Colorado. “We’ve accomplished that and we found a great way to encourage youth participation. Now that we’re getting close to population objectives, we want to be sure these young hunters have a quality experience in the field if they take advantage of these late hunts.” Hunters ages 18 to 64 are reminded that they must have a $10 Habitat Stamp prior to applying for or purchasing a hunt-

ing or fishing license in Colorado. Only one stamp is required per hunter per year. A lifetime Habitat Stamp is available for $300. Hunters born on or after Jan. 1, 1949 are also reminded that they must complete an approved state or provincial hunter education course prior to applying for a hunting license in Colorado. Since the hunter education requirement was imposed in 1970, hunting accidents have significantly declined in the state.

What’s happening at your library? The Delta County Libraries offer many educational and entertaining activities and events for you and your family to enjoy. If you want to know what else your library is offering, please contact the library or visit the Delta County Libraries website at www.delta libraries.org. Cedaredge Craft Class. “Beading Boredom with Beads.” Beading of all sorts. $10 for a necklace and earrings. Friday, March 16, at 10:30 a.m. Crafty Kids’ “Leprechaun Ears.” Saturday, March 17, at 10:30 a.m. Internet Basics Computer Class. Learn the basics of surfing the web and staying safe. Saturday, March 17, at 2 p.m. and Friday, March 23, at 10:30 a.m. Teen Scene Wii Night. Come challenge your friends to a fun game of Raving Rabbids. Wednesday, March 21, at 6 p.m. Storytimes. Baby and

Tot storytimes are Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes are Wednesdays at 11 a.m. For more information, contact the library at 856-3518. Crawford Wednesday Tween Book Club. Join the fourth-sixth grade tween book club and meet new friends on Wednesdays from 3 to 4 p.m. One-On-One Computer Tutor. Crawford Library is now offering one-on-one computer help each Wednesday in March from 3 to 5 p.m. Bring specific computer questions or just spend time honing your skills. Wii and Waffles. Kids of all ages come join in the fun and play active Wii games and enjoy a waffle and juice treat! Thursdays in March from 3 to 4 p.m. Basic Internet Class. Learn how to set up an e-mail account and how to “surf the net.” Friday, March 9, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Storytimes. Baby storytimes are Thursdays at 10 a.m. Tot storytimes are Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes are Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. For more information, contact the library at 921-3500. Delta Teens St. Patrick’s Day Carnival. Thursday, March 15, at 4:15 p.m. Lecture and Book Signing by Delta author David M. Delo. Story of our first national park, Yellowstone, Tuesday, March 20, from 6 to 7 p.m. Adults One-on-One Computer Help. Do you have a computer question or need help with a computer program? Our next session will be Thursday, March 15, from 1 to 6 p.m. Sign up at the library or call 874-9630. Dora and Diego Day at the Delta Library. Crafts, books, and TV shows Friday, March 23, anytime between 10:30

a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Storytimes. Baby storytimes are Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Tot storytimes are Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes are Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. For information, call the library at 874-9630. Hotchkiss Kindle eReader Class. Learn how to download, browse, and read ebooks on your Kindle. Tuesday, March 13, at 10:30 a.m. St. Patrick’s Day Craft. Kids grades K-2 are invited to join the fun for Thursday, March 15, at 3.45 p.m. Book sale Friday, March 16, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and March 17 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gadgets and Goo. Learn about magnets. Tuesday, March 20, at 3:45 p.m. Teen Movie. Wednesday, March 21, at 6 p.m. at Hotchkiss Library. For more information, call 872-4153. Paonia

Cello quartet delights crowd BY GEORGE MILLER Special to the DCI

A cello quartet entertained lucky attenders at the Delta Performing Arts Center Friday night. It was an unusual sight on many levels. Who’d have thought a string quartet could draw a crowd that large? And who ever thought a string quartet could be made up of just four cellos? Where were the violas and the violins? The good news is, the cellos didn’t need them. They produced a full sound, both precise and mellow, and gave us samples of classical as well as contemporary and jazz music that consistently

delighted the audience. The Rastrelli Cello Quartet comes to us from Russia. The four artists are all classically trained musicians, who have played with other orchestras like the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, the St. Petersburg Soloists Chamber Orchestra, the Minsk Chamber Orchestra, and Wurttembergisches Kammerorchester in Germany. They are young, (the oldest only 59), and their stage presence is both relaxed and collegial yet impassioned. Their love of their instruments is infectious, inviting the audience to join them in an outpouring of beauty. As

they reminded us, music is a universal language; we all understood their message of the love of beauty. They offered us a classic like “The Swan” from St. Saens suite “Carnival of the Animals” — an ideal piece for the lush sound of the cello — as well as a lilting interpretation of Leroy Anderson’s “Syncopated Clock” and “The Waltzing Cat.” I heard strains of “The Glow Worm” at one point, demonstrating their versatility with a sparkle in their eyes. Kira Kraftzoff, their spokesperson, gave helpful explanations without being professorial, and lit-

erally let his hair down in the second half of the program leading the group in a rousing rendition of Paul Desmond’s “Take Five.” My personal favorite was their rendition of Jewish folk songs, one of which, it turned out, had actually been composed by their group arranger Sergio Drabkine. He deserved the applause we gave him for his excellent efforts. The Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association deserves our thanks and our congratulations on their providing us this fine evening of music. I for one look forward to more concerts in the next season. You should too!

Armchair Travel Series. Get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a multi-media presentation on Ireland, with pictures, music and a bit of poetry. Thursday, March 8, at 6 p.m. Evening Book Club. Paonia Library Book club selection for March is “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” by Rebecca Skloot. Thursday, March 8, at 7 p.m. For more information contact the library at 527-3470. Computer Class. “Wednesday Oneon-One.” The second Wednesday of each month library staff will offer individual basic computer instruction to anyone who needs a little extra help. Wednesday, March 14, at 2 p.m. Space is limited and registration is required by the Monday before. Call the library at 527-3470.

Girls’ Book Club. Girls in grades 4-6 are invited to read the selected book and participate in the discussion. Wednesday, March 14, at 4 p.m. Contact the library at 527-3470 for details. The Life and Loves of Emma Goldman. Paonia playwright Marty Durlin presents background information on her upcoming play. Thursday, March 15, at 6 p.m. Computer Class Using eReaders. Bring your own eReader device and learn how to download books from the library’s free database. Wednesday, March 21, at 2 p.m. Storytimes. Baby storytimes are Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Tot storytimes are Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes are Fridays at 11 a.m.

Concert series wraps up May 12 Mark May 12 on your calendar for the final concert of the season for the Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association. That evening will feature the Redhead Express, showcasing four attractive daughters with backup by Mom, Dad and three brothers all sharing their love of high energy vocal and instrumental music from bluegrass, gospel and “old timey” genres. The performance will be at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, at the Delta Center for the Performing Arts at 822 Grand Avenue in Delta. The concert will also kickoff the association’s membership drive for the 2012-13 season which promises five high quality programs ranging

from big brass to a dance team, two concerts featuring strings and the piano (one by superb local talent), and concluding with the music of John Denver. Brochures highlighting the five shows will be available at the door. New members purchasing tickets for the five concerts for next season will be admitted free to the May 12 concert. Of course, present members are encouraged to renew that evening for next season’s series as well. For more information feel free to contact Bob Brown (835-4480) or Charlie Huff (921-4142) in Delta County, or Connie Pittenger (249-4308) or Sue Roushar (2499154) in Montrose County.

PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF PROPOSED DECISION The Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety proposes to Approve Technical Revision Application No. 71 (TR-71) for the Bowie No. 2 Mine (Permit No. C1996-083), submitted by Bowie Resources, LLC. Bowie is expanding its mine plan to the north and has applied for a lease modification so it can mine four additional longwall panels. This technical revision will allow north mains and gate road development within the approved permit boundary. A permit revision will be submitted to expand the permit boundary to encompass the four longwall panels to the north shortly before the lease modifications are approved. The Bowie No. 2 Mine is a/an Underground coal mine located in Delta County, approximately 5 miles NE of Paonia, Colorado. Coal interest is Federal and private, and the surface affected is Federal and private land. The permit area encompasses approximately 8,300.50 acres. This proposed decision is based on a finding that the proposed operation will comply with all requirements of the Colorado Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Act, Section 3433101, et seq., C.R.S., and the regulations promulgated thereunder. Copies of the proposed decision, including stipulations, are on file for public inspection at the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, Room 215, Centennial Building, 1313 Sherman Street, Denver, Colorado 80203. Persons with an interest that may be adversely affected by the proposed decision may request a formal hearing before the Mined Land Reclamation Board on the proposed decision. Such request must be made within ten (10) days of the initial publication of this notice, must be in writing, and must state with reasonable specificity the reasons for the request and the objections to the proposed decision. Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0233 To Whom It May Concern: This

Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 29, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) DAVID E. KEEGAN Original Beneficiary(ies) NORTHFORKBANKCENTERMONTROSEBANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt NORTHFORKBANKCENTERMONTROSEBANK Date of Deed of Trust 10/29/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 10/31/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 629877 Original Principal Amount $120,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $122,647.25 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT “A” WHICH IS ATTACHED EXHIBIT A A parcel of land being Lots 21, 22, 23 and the West 10.66 feet of Lot 24, block 11, Town of Hotchkiss in Section 30, Township 14 South, Range 92 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, having a description based upon a bearing on North 90°00'00" East from the Section corner common to Sections 25, 36, 30 and 31 (monumented by a 3 1/4 inch aluminum cap under asphalt) to the 1/4 corner common to sections 30 and 31 (monumented by a 3/14 inch aluminum cap flush with asphalt) with all other bearings relative thereto, and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the 1/4 corner common to Sections 30 and 31 and running North 00°00'00" East 40.00 feet to Southeast Corner Block 11; thence along the South line of said Block North 90°00'00" West 209.59 feet to the True Point of

Beginning. (monumented by a "+" chiseled in the concrete); thence continuing along said South line North 90°00'00" West 85.66 feet to the Southwest corner Lot 21 (monumented by a "+" chiseled in the concrete); thence along the West line of said Lot North 00°00'00" East 125.00 feet to the Northwest corner Lot 21 moumented by a 5/8" rebar with a 2" aluminum cap 25972); thence North 90°00'00" East 85.66 (monumented by a 5/8" rebar with a 2" aluminum cap 25972); thence South 00°00'00" East 125.00 feet to the True Point of Beginning. Delta County, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: 350 E. BRIDGE STREET, HOTCHKISS, CO 81419. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 05/02/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 3/7/2012 Last Publication 4/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/29/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the

attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: AARON CLAY #9666 CLAY and DODSON PC 415 PALMER STREET, PO BOX 038, DELTA, CO 8141-60038 (970) 874-9777 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # NORTH FORK BANK CENTER vs DAVID E. KEEGAN ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 14, 21, 28 and April 4, 2012.

NOTICE OF THE REGULAR MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO ON TUESDAY, THE 3RD DAY OF APRIL, 2012 PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Regular Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, April 3, 2012, in the City of Delta. This election will be a mail ballot election. Applications for absentee ballots are available at the Delta County Clerk and Recorder's Office, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 211, Delta, Colorado on Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., ending at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2012. Ballot packages will be mailed not later than March 16, 2012. Replacement ballots will be available at the Delta County Clerk and Recorder's Office, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 211, Delta, Colorado between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Election Day, April 3, 2012. ALL COMPLETED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE DELTA COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER'S OFFICE, 501 PALMER STREET, SUITE 211, DELTA, COLORADO BY 7:00 P.M. ON TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2012, IN ORDER TO BE COUNTED. Completed ballots must be returned by either: 1. affixing 45 cents postage and mailing the ballot in the preaddressed ballot return envelope; or 2. delivering the ballot to the Delta County Clerk and Recorder's Office, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 211, Delta, Colorado, between

8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., on Election Day, Tuesday, April 3, 2012. QUALIFICATIONS OF ELECTORS Any person having registered to vote prior to 29 days before the election and having the following qualifications shall be entitled to vote in this election: 1. He shall have attained the age of eighteen (18) years; 2. He shall be a citizen of the United States; 3. He shall have resided in this State and within the boundaries of the City of Delta for thirty (30) days immediately preceding the election at which he offers to vote. Ballots will be mailed to all active registered electors of the City on or before March 16, 2012. Any ballot packet returned as undeliverable may be delivered to the addressee in person at the Delta County Clerk and Recorder's Office upon completion of a sworn affidavit and an address correction form. CANDIDATES WHOSE PETITIONS HAVE BEEN CERTIFIED AND BALLOT CONTENT Councilmember District A (Vote for One) [ ] Frank Tranchina [ ] Ray Penick [ ] Write-In Councilmember District B (Vote for One) [ ] Mary Cooper [ ] Write-In Councilmember District C (Vote for One) [ ] Bill Raley [ ] Write-In Councilmember At-Large (Vote for One) [ ] Robert Jurca [ ] Gerald E. Roberts [ ] Write-In REFERRED MEASURE 1A SHALL SECTION 141 OF THE DELTA MUNICIPAL CHARTER BE AMENDED TO HEREAFTER PROVIDE AS FOLLOWS: 141. Contractual Powers. Subject to all limitations otherwise provided by this Charter and by applicable Colorado law, the City Council shall be vested with authority to decide and act upon all aspects of contracts in a manner determined to be in the City's best interests. By ordinance, resolution or motion the City Council may authorize the City Manager

to execute particular contracts on the City's behalf. The City Council by ordinance shall have the power to sell real estate and real property of the City which is found by the Council not to be presently used or presently needed for any public purpose. The City Council shall have no power to sell, abandon, grant, or otherwise dispose of any title or rights of the City to any water works, ditches, gas works, electric light plant and works, or other public utilities, public buildings, or real property used or held for park purposes, until the question of said sale and terms and consideration thereof shall be submitted at a regular or special election and approved by a majority of the voters casting votes on said issue at such election. [ ] For the measure [ ] Against the measure IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City Council of the City of Delta has caused this Notice to be given as required by law on the 23rd day of February, 2012. /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk Published in the Delta County Independent March 7 and 14, 2012.

SPECIAL MEETING A special meeting of Surface Creek Ditch & Reservoir Company will be held Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at the Cedaredge Community Center at 140 NW 2nd Street, Cedaredge, Colorado. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss an offer we have to sell the Star Reservoir and the McCullough Reservoir. No water rights are involved. A ballot will be taken as to whether or not to sell the reservoirs and any further business proper to come before this meeting will be transacted. Keith Waibel, President Charles Richards, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent March 7 and 14, 2012. A CALL FOR NOMINATIONS (NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF) 32-1-804.1; 32-1-804.3, 1-1-104(34), 32-1-905(2), C.R.S. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN,

and, particularly, to the electors of the Delta County Fire Protection District #5 of Delta County(ies), Colorado. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an election will be held on the 8th day of May, 2012, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. At that time, 2 directors will be elected to serve 4-year terms and 1 directors will be elected to serve 2-year* terms. Eligible electors of the Delta County Fire Protection District #5 interested in serving on the board of directors may obtain a Self-Nomination and Acceptance form from the District Designated Election Official (DEO): Marsha Werth (Designated Election Official) Desperado (DEO Address) 40486 D Lane (DEO Address) Crawford, CO 81415 (DEO Telephone) The Office of the DEO is open on the following days: Mon.-Fri. from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If the DEO determines that a SelfNomination and Acceptance form is not sufficient, the eligible elector who submitted the form may amend the form once, at any time, prior to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 2, 2012. The deadline to submit a Self-Nomination and Acceptance is close of business on Friday, March 2, 2012 (not less than 67 days before the election). Earlier submittal is encouraged as the deadline will not permit curing an insufficient form. Affidavit of Intent To Be A Write-In Candidate forms must be submitted to the office of the designated election official by the close of business on Monday, March 5, 2012 (the sixty-fourth day before the election). NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN, an application for a mail-in ballot shall be filed with the designated election official no later than the close of business on Friday, May 4, 2012, except that, if the applicant wishes to receive the mail-in ballot by mail, the application shall be filed no later than the close of business on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. Delta County Fire Protection District #5 /s/ Marsha Werth Designated Election Official Signature Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 2012.

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Public Notices Your Right To Know Legal Deadline is Monday at 10 a.m. Time Critical Removal Action Announcement Colorado Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) PUBLIC NOTICE The Colorado Army National Guard (COARNG), a Division of the Colorado DMVA, will be initiating a Time Critical Removal Action (TCRA) at the Delta Range Munitions Response Site (MRS) in Delta County, Colorado. Delta Range was used by the COARNG and the U.S. Army Reserves (USAR) for military munitions training from 1957 to 1991. In June 2011, the COARNG began an investigation with the objective of locating and documenting munitions remaining from the past training activities. As part of the investigation, several 40 millimeter (mm) practice grenades were recovered. If additional 40 mm grenades are present, they may pose an unacceptable explosive safety risk to the public accessing this site. Warning signs have been placed at the boundary of the range. Under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), a TCRA is a removal action conducted in relatively short time frames to prevent, minimize, or mitigate threats to the public welfare or to the environment. The COARNG will perform a surface clearance removal action at two locations on the Delta Range where additional 40 mm practice grenades are suspected. The field work is scheduled to begin on March 5, 2012 and is expected to take 10 days. This removal action will substantially eliminate the potential exposure to MEC by the public. Upon completion of the removal action, the COARNG will generate an After Action Report, summarizing all TCRA field activities, including the type and location of all munitions cleared at these two locations. The Action Memorandum for this TCRA, along with all Administrative Records associated with the Delta Range MRS, are available for public review at the following locations: Delta Public Library 211 W. 6th St Delta, CO. 81416 (970) 874-9630 Mesa Public Library Central Library 530 Grand Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81502-5019 (970) 243-4442 An After Action Report (AAR) will be prepared and placed in the Administrative Record approximately two months after completion of the fieldwork. A notice of availability of the AAR for public comment will be published in this newspaper within 60 days of the initiation of the action. The public comment period duration will be 30 days or greater. For more information on the Delta Range MRS or questions/comments on the TCRA, please contact: MAJ Erick Wells Department of Military and Veteran Affairs 6848 S. Revere Parkway Centennial, CO 80112 720-250-1391 Erick.wells@us.army.mil Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0226 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 14, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) Terri L. Matthews Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Sooper Credit Union Current Holder of Evidence of Debt CU Members Mortgage, A Division of Colonial Savings, F.A. Date of Deed of Trust 5/14/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 5/21/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 615282 Original Principal Amount $328,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $327,969.33 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 1 OF JUNIPER HILL MINOR SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 17679 2550 Road, Cedaredge, CO 81413. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/11/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/15/2012 Last Publication 3/14/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/14/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the

attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: CAMILLE Y. HARLAN #43789 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 11-14221 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 15, 22, 29, March 7 and 14, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0224 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 9, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) Paula J Glendening and Greg C Glendening Original Beneficiary(ies) Ameriquest Mortgage Company Current Holder of Evidence of Debt JPMC Specialty Mortgage LLC Date of Deed of Trust 8/13/2004 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 8/26/2004 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 582818** Original Principal Amount $157,250.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $154,528.70 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOTS 10 AND 11, PLEASANT VIEW SUBDIVISION, AS AMENDED, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. **EXCEPT THAT PORTION OF THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION REFERENCED IN THE REQUEST FOR PARTIAL RELEASE OF DEED OF TRUST AND PARTIAL RELEASE RECORDED ON MARCH 29, 2005 AT RECEPTION NO. 601918 IN THE REAL PROPERTY RECORDS OF DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 9871 Horeshoe Lane, Austin, CO 81410. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/11/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/15/2012 Last Publication 3/14/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/09/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 09-15224RR ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 15, 22, 29, March 7 and 14, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0230 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 28, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) ELWIN JESS SANDERS Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2006-8 Date of Deed of Trust 6/8/2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/13/2005 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 592369 Original Principal Amount $245,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $218,825.18 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 11, SOUTH VIEW SUBDIVISION Also known by street and number as: 18953 D ROAD, DELTA, CO

PUBLIC NOTICES 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/25/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/29/2012 Last Publication 3/28/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/28/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 9105.03163 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 29, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0231 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 28, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) JAMES J HANSON Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 4/30/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 5/1/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 614653 Original Principal Amount $182,698.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $178,275.71 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 25, BLOCK B, MARJO HEIGHTS ADDITION DELTA COUNTY, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 715 NE 2ND ST, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/25/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/29/2012 Last Publication 3/28/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/28/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: EMILY JENSIK, ESQ. #31294 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 9105.03175 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 29, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0222 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 7, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) DAN L. JOHNSON Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for AMERICA’S WHOLESALE LENDER Current Holder of Evidence of Debt THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWABS INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-7 Date of Deed of Trust 3/22/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/27/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 613486 Original Principal Amount

$169,889.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $167,713.87 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 68, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 2, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 783 GENESSEE STREET, DELTA, CO 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/04/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/8/2012 Last Publication 3/7/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/07/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: JOAN OLSON, ESQ #28078 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 1269.07833 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 8, 15, 22, 29 and March 7, 2012. COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0221 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 2, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) Jerry G. Gallegos & Judith Ann Gallegos Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Quicken Loans Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Date of Deed of Trust 3/31/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/22/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 633821 Original Principal Amount $177,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $171,215.78 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 117, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 1, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 785 Barstow Street, Delta, CO 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/04/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/8/2012 Last Publication 3/7/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/02/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: REAGAN LARKIN #42309 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 11-15081 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 8, 15, 22, 29 and March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0156 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On August 23, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust

described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s): KARLA L. LAKEY AND TIM O’HAYRE Original Beneficiary(ies): WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust: 4/28/2008 County of Recording: Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 5/5/2008 Recording Reception Number: 625268 Original Principal Amount: $355,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $341,378.17 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. Legal Description PARCEL 1: A TRACT OF LAND SITUATE IN THE W1/2E1/2NE/14 AND PART OF THE NE1/4SE1/4 OF SECTION 9, T14S, R94W OF THE 6TH P.M., MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE CE 1/16 CORNER OF SECTION 9, T14S, R94W OF THE 6TH P.M. AND CONSIDERING THE E-W CENTER SECTION LINE OF SAID SECTION 9 TO BEAR N 89° 40' 02" W AND ALL OTHER BEARINGS RELATIVE THERETO; 1. THENCE N 00°32'39" W ALONG THE WEST LINE OF THE W1/2E1/ 2NE1/4 TO THE NW CORNER THEREOF A DISTANCE OF 2616.07 FEET; 2. THENCE S 89° 56' 49" E ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION TO THE NE CORNER THEREOF A DISTANCE OF 659.93 FEET; 3. THENCE S 00° 31' 08" E ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION AND EXTENDED TO THE CENTER LINE OF 2420 DRIVE A DISTANCE OF 2632.00 FEET; 4. THENCE S 89° 13' 32" W ALONG CENTER LINE OF 2420 DRIVE A DISTANCE OF 357.12 FEET; 5. THENCE N 04° 05' 05" W TO THE SOUTH LINE OF THE W1/ 2E1/2NE1/4 A DISTANCE OF 19.69 FEET; 6. THENCE N 89° 40' 02" W ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SUBDIVISION A DISTANCE OF 300.44 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 13377 2600 ROAD, ECKERT, CO 81418 NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/04/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 2/8/2012 Last Publication: 3/7/2012 Name of Publication: Delta County Independent DATE: 08/23/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney file #: 9105.02377 ©Colorado Public Trustees’ Association Revised 12/2009 Published in the Delta County Independent February 8, 15, 22, 29 and March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0219 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 1, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) CHAD M. RUNDLE AND HANNAH Q. RUNDLE Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 5/22/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 5/26/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 634858 Original Principal Amount $141,780.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $137,005.49 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION A tract of land beginning at a point 100 feet East of the Southwest corner of Block "J" of Garnet Mesa Subdivision of the Town now the City of Delta, Thence East 50 feet; Thence North 250 feet; thence West 50 feet; Thence South 250 feet to the place of beginning. County of Delta, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: 833 E 3RD STREET, DELTA, CO 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST.

Delta County Independent NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/04/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/8/2012 Last Publication 3/7/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/01/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: LISA CANCANON #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, LLP 1199 BANNOCK STREET, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 9105.03034 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 8, 15, 22, 29 and March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0225 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 12, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) JAMES QUAGLIANO AND KATHY QUAGLIANO Original Beneficiary(ies) OLATHE STATE BANK k/n/a BANK OF COLORADO Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF COLORADO Date of Deed of Trust 8/9/2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 8/31/2005 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 595094 Original Principal Amount $132,388.51 Outstanding Principal Balance $118,604.38 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. EXHIBIT A Lot 2 Jess Place Subdivision, ReSubdivision of Lot 3, Jim and Edith Purcell Minor Subdivision, County of Delta, State of Colorado. Also known by street and number as: 797 1550 ROAD, DELTA, CO 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/11/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/15/2012 Last Publication 3/14/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/12/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: GREGG HELMSING #11896 Helmsing Attorney At Law 842 PALMER Street, Delta, CO 8141-6 (970) 874-7626 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # BANK OF COLORADO vs QUAGLIANO ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 15, 22, 29, March 7 and 14, 2012. COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0223 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 8, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) MARK C. WARTH AND ELIZABETH A. WARTH Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ACTING SOLELY AS NOMINEE FOR LENDER ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORPORATION Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP Date of Deed of Trust 10/23/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 10/28/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 638655

Original Principal Amount $195,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $191,706.50 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A PART OF LOT 4 IN BLOCK 2 OF CEDAREDGE ESTATES SUBDIVISION, AS AMENDED TO THE TOWN OF CEDAREDGE, COLORADO, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; BEGINNING AT A POINT ON THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID LOT 4 FROM WHENCE THE SOUTH 1/4 CORNER OF SECTION 20, TOWNSHIP 13 SOUTH, RANGE 94 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN BEARS SOUTH 59°55'38" WEST 1505.03 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 85°00'00" WEST 92.90 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE SW CORNER OF SAID LOT 4; THENCE NORTH 03°28" EAST 184.73 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE NW CORNER OF SAID LOT 4; THENCE NORTH 85°00'00" EAST 60.42 FEET TO AN EXISTING CULDE-SAC; THENCE ALONG THE ARC OF A CURVE TO THE LEFT 37.93 FEET THE LONG CHORD WHICH BEARS SOUTH 56°43' EAST 37.03 FEET (RADIUS IS EQUAL TO 50.00 FEET); THENCE SOUTH 03°28' WEST 161.54 FEET MORE OR LESS TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 425 NORTHEAST BLUEBELL COURT, CEDAREDGE, CO 81413. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/11/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/15/2012 Last Publication 3/14/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/08/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: MICHAEL MEDVED #14669 LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL P MEDVED PC 355 UNION BLVD #302, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228-1508 (303) 274-0155 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 11-910-18325 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 15, 22, 29, March 7 and 14, 2012.

DELTA COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Delta County Commissioners Board Room Suite 236 501 Palmer Avenue, Delta, Colorado on March 19, 2012 at 9:25 A.M., to consider the addition or deletion of the roads listed below in Delta County to the County Road System: ROADS TO BE ADDED: District 1 *Smith Mountain Rd from H75 Rd, West to End for 8.25 miles *South River Rd from H75 Rd, West to end for 5.11 Miles. District 3 *Gunnison Mountain Lane from Hidden Valley Dr North to end for 0.06 a mile *Grand Ave from 4th St North to HWY 92 for 0.69 a mile. ROADS TO BE REMOVED: District 3 *Annexed to Paonia, Samuel Wade Road from Hwy 92 to Niagara Ave., for 0.6 a mile BOARD OF DELTA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: By: R. Olen Lund, Chair. Published in the Delta County Independent February 29 and March 7, 2012.

OLATHE FIRE STATION ADDITION & RENOVATION Owner: Olathe Fire Protection District. Contact(s): Kissner G.C., Inc. Design-Build Contractor, (970) 835-7910 or kkissner@kissnergen. com. Final bid documents will be released on Monday, February 13, 2012 for the Addition and Renovation of the Olathe Fire Station in Olathe, CO. The proposed project is a new 6,240 SF 2 story addition and a 2,300 SF existing renovation. Bids are due to Kissner G.C. on Thursday, March 1, 2012 by 5:00 PM. Note: The Olathe Fire Protection District is giving a 5% regional preference to local contractors. This includes Delta and Montrose Counties. Plans will be available through WCCA, Plaza Reprographics, Columbine Copy Center (Montrose) and Sunset Print Works (Cedaredge) as well as through Kissner G.C.’s website. www.kissnergen.com. Addendum #1 • The bid date has been extended to March 8, 2012 at 5:00 PM for the Olathe Fire Station. Published in the Delta County Independent February 29 and March 7, 2012.

NOTICE TO THE STOCKHOLDERS OF THE STEWART MESA DOMESTIC WATER COMPANY Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Stewart Mesa Domestic Water Company will be held at the Paonia Town Hall on Monday, March 19, 2012 at 7:00 pm. The meeting is for the election of officers for the Board of Directors, and other business that may properly come before the stockholders at said meeting. Published in the Delta County Independent February 29, March 7 and 14, 2012.

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Delta County Independent NOTICE OF PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE LIEN AT TAX LIEN SALE AND OF APPLICATION FOR TREASURER'S DEED TAX YEAR 2007 SALE YEAR 2008 TAX LIEN SALE CERTIFICATE NO. 2008-00037 YOU ARE ADVISED TO CONSULT WITH YOUR OWN LEGAL COUNSEL REGARDING ANY RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE TO CURE THIS PROPERTY TAX LIEN. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN and to every person in actual possession or occupancy of the hereinafter described land, lots or premises, and to the person(s) in whose name the same was taxed or specially assessed, and to all persons having an interest or title or record in or to the same, and particularly to: HEATHER HIVELEY DAMIAN RAMP NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT AT A TAX LIEN SALE LAWFULLY HELD ON THE 6TH, DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2008, the then County Treasurer of Delta County, State of Colorado, duly offered for delinquent taxes and/or special assessments for the year 2007, the following described property, situated in the County of Delta and State of Colorado, as described below: PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION: BEGINNING AT A POINT FROM WHENCE THE W1/4 COR., SEC. 28, TWP. 13 SOUTH, RANGE 91 WEST, 6TH P.M. BEARS SOUTH 81°59' WEST 1251.2 FEET, MORE OR LESS, AND RUNNING SOUTH 30°52' EAST 248.1 FEET, MORE OR LESS, TO COR. NO. 1, THENCE NORTH 40°14' EAST 192 FEET MORE OR LESS, THENCE NORTH 52°16' WEST 166.7 FEET, MORE OR LESS, THENCE SOUTH 73°25' WEST 124.7 FEET MORE OR LESS TO POINT OF BEGINNING. AN EASEMENT FOR INGRESS, ACCESS AND EGRESS TO AND FROM THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND, ALONG, ACROSS AND UPON A STRIP OF LAND 20 FEET WIDE AND INCLUDED BETWEEN 2 LINES AND EVERYWHERE DISTANT 10 FEET OR RADIALLY THERETO ON EITHER SIDE OR BOTH SIDES OF THE FOLLOWING DECRIBED CENTER LINE: BEGINNING AT A POINT ON COUNTY ROAD FROM WHENCE W1/4 COR. OF SEC. 28, T13S, R91W, 6TH P.M., BEARS SOUTH 64°01' WEST 1212.0 FEET, MORE OR LESS, AND RUNNING ACROSS STEWART DITCH SOUTH 24°56' EAST 128 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 73°43' EAST 106 FEET, THENCE SOUTH 16°28' EAST 182 FEET TO A POINT ON NORTH BOUNDARY OF LANDS DESCRIBED ABOVE FROM WHENCE COR. NO. 1 BEARS SOUTH 73°25' WEST 47 FEET, MORE OR LESS. THE RIGHT TO USE SAID EASEMENT SHALL EXTEND TO, AND IN FAVOR OF, GRANTEES' SERVANTS AGENTS AND MACHINERY. IT SHALL INCLUDE THE FREE RIGHT TO MAINTAIN, IMPROVE, REPAIR AND RECONSTRUCT THE ROAD AND BRIDGE NOW EXISTING OVER, ACROSS AND ALONG SAID RIGHT OF WAY. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Tax Parcel Number: 318728200006 Tax Account Number: R000942 Said premises were assessed and taxed for the year 2007 in the name(s) of HEATHER HIVELEY DAMIAN RAMP At said sale, a lien secured by the property herein was sold to and a Tax Lien Sale Certificate of Purchase was duly assigned to: JOYCE HOWARD AND DUANE HOWARD on NOVEMBER 6TH, 2008 and assigned to NACOMA R. PETITT on DECEMBER 6TH, 2010. The present holder, and legal owner thereof, has made request to the Treasurer of Delta County for a deed, and unless the same be redeemed on or before the 22ND day of JUNE, 2012 or unless the parties described or anyone else having an interest in the property files a written response disputing this action under the protection of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act of 1940, as amended, accompanied with a statement, under oath, and also accompanied by the facts and supportive documents for this dispute and this response delivered to the Delta County Treasurer's Office, 501 Palmer, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416, no later than 4:30 p.m. on the 22ND day of JUNE, 2012 the said County Treasurer will issue a Treasurer's Deed therefore to said Certificate Holder or his assigns. Dated at Delta, Delta County, Colorado, the 17TH day of February, 2012. /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Delta County Treasurer (SEAL) CERTIFICATE HOLDER: NACOMA R. PETITT First Date of Publication: 02/22/12 Second Date of Publication: 02/29/12 Third and Last Date of Publication: 03/07/12 Published in the Delta County Independent February 22, 29 and March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0164 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 7, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) Mark Milner and Colby J. Reid Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 11/30/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 12/9/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 639593 Original Principal Amount $281,021.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $275,085.42 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 2C, RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 2, BARNHILL MINOR SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN ON PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AT RECEPTION NUMBER 607819 IN THE DELTA COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDERS OFFICE. STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as, 38156 Fruitland Mesa Road, Crawford, CO 81415. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby

Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/18/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/22/2012 Last Publication 3/21/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 09/07/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: ALISON L. BERRY #34531 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2201, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 865-1400 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 11-12547 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 22, 29, March 7, 14 and 21, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE Bowie Resources, LLC, P.O. Box 483, Paonia, CO, 81428, has submitted a complete application for a technical revision to the Division of Reclamation, Mining & Safety for its approved Bowie No. 2 Mine, mining permit no. C-96-083. The proposed revision will provide for an expansion of coal mine waste pile number two. The expansion will increase the size of the waste pile by approximately 65,000 cubic yards. This revision application includes the design for the waste pile expansion, and a revision to the associated drainage features. The mine facilities are located north of State Highway 133B near the town of Bowie, CO. A pump station, three sediment ponds and unit train loadout are located south of State Highway 133B. The Fire Mountain Canal is located south of the mine facilities and north of the unit train loadout. The North Fork of the Gunnison River is located south of the mine permit boundary. The proposed mine permit area is located on the U.S. Geological Survey 7.5 minute Bowie Quadrangle map within the following sections. Township 13 South, Range 91 West, 6th PM Sec. 2: SW/4NW/4,SW/4 Sec. 3: ALL Sec. 4: ALL Sec. 5: S/2SE/4, SE/4SW/4, S/2NE/4NE/4SE/4, SE/4NW/4NE/4SE/4, E/2SW/4NE/4SE/4, SE/4NE/4SE/4 Sec. 6: lots 5, 6, 7, SW/4NE/4, SE/4NW/4, E/2SW/4, SE/4 Sec. 7: ALL Sec. 8: NE/4, W/2 , W/2SE/4** Sec. 9: NE/4, NW/4, SE/4, NE/2SW/4, SE/4SW/4, NE/4SW/4SW/4 Sec. 10: ALL Sec. 11: SW/4, NW/4 Sec. 14: NW/4 except that portion south of the Union Pacific Railroad right of way Sec. 15: NE/4, NW/4, NW/4SE/4 Portions of the N/2SE/4, SW/4SE/4, S/2SW/4, excluding all privately held lands not owned or controlled by Bowie Resources LLC or the Union Pacific Railroad. Sec. 16: N/2NE/4 Sec. 17: NW/4, W/2NE/4 Sec. 18: Lots 1,2, NE1⁄4, E/2NW/4 Sec. 22: Portion of NW/4NW/4, on lands owned by the Union Pacific Railroad Township 13 South, Range 92West, 6th PM Sec. 1: SE/4 Sec. 12: lots 1,2,7,8,9, and 10 Township 12 South, Range 91 West, 6th PM Sec. 27: SW/4, S/2SE/4, S/2 NE/4SE/4, S/2NW/4SE/4 Sec. 28: E/2 SE/4 Sec. 33: Lots 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10,11, 12, 14, 15, 16, SE/4NW/4, S/2NE/4, NE/4NE/4 Sec. 34: ALL Sec. 35: SW/4 Lot 18, NW/4 Lot 19 *North of Deer Trail Ditch The current Bowie No. 2 Mine permit contains 8,301 acres of land, 4,637 acres of private surface and 3,664 acres of Federal surface. Private minerals within the permit area encompass 1,957 acres with Federal minerals accounting for the balance of 6,344 acres. A copy of the proposed revision is available for public inspection at the Paonia Public Library, 2 Third Street, Paonia, CO, and at the offices of the Division of Reclamation, Mining & Safety, 1313 Sherman St., Room 215, Denver, CO, 80203, (303) 866-3567. Written comments regarding this application may be submitted to and additional information may be obtained from the Division of Reclamation Mining & Safety at the above address. Written comments must be received by the Division of Reclamation, Mining & Safety within 10 days after the date of this publication in order to be considered. Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 2012. COMPENSATION PAID IN 2011 TO DELTA COUNTY EMPLOYEES Deputy Sheriff 46,307 Equipment Oper IV 35,911 Inmate Crew Supv 34,089 Detention 35,562 Commissioner 54,511 Detention Sergeant 43,203 Veteran Officer 20,226 Attorney 33,250 Equipment Oper 35,167 Planning I 35,627 Engineering Tech 48,980 Sergeant 51,943 Admin Assist III 41,607 Lead Custodian 28,813 Solid Waste Coord 49,629 Admin 70,807 Assistant Foreman 48,197 Motor Vehicle Clerk 15,457 Cook 35,139 Deputy Sheriff 46,619 Cet 25,704 Custodian 25,510 Accountant I 33,348 Weed Coordinator 40,638 Detention 36,944 Operator 31,013 Lead Operator 40,238 Office TechIII 685 Appraiser II 35,256 Juvenile Diversion 3,225 Detention 36,739 Foreman 57,436 Juvenile Diversion 5,827 Executive Assistant 35,732 Equipment Oper Iv 36,621 Deputy Sheriff 27,839 Appraiser III 44,354 Accountant II payroll 46,683 Deputy Sheriff 12,668 Dispatcher 21,513

Accountant IV Bldg & Grounds Security Deputy Admin Assist I Deputy Sheriff Detention Officer Detention Officer Clerk Admin Assist I Deputy Sheriff Gatekeeper Dispatcher Detective Emer Prep Coord Mechanic IV Clerk Equipment Oper Executive Assistant Civil Process Appraiser II Dispatcher Foreman/Lead Mechani Office Tech III Equipment Oper Temp Cook Landfill Supervisor Assessor Dispatcher Deputy Assessor Co Administrator Equipment Oper Equipment Oper Mechanic IV Detention Records Clerk Gis Coordinator Dispatcher Deputy Clerk/ Board Bldg & Grounds Commissioner Detention Officer Equipment Oper Dispatch Supervisor Deputy Sheriff Equipment Oper County Engineer Deputy Sheriff Equipment OperIII Attorney Dispatcher Attorney Admin Assit III Assistant Foreman Detention Officer Detention Officer Deputy Sheriff Network Administrato Deputy Sheriff Deputy Sheriff Sergeant Paralegal Office Assistant II Maintenance Elections Supervisor Coroner Commissioner Records Clerk Detention Super Detention Commissioner Planning Tech Hot Plant Oper III Sheriff Lead Operator Detention Sergeant Equipment Oper IV Surveyor Assistant Foreman Detention Equipment Oper II Equipment Oper Detective Landfill Operator Landfill Operator Gatekeeper Assessor Clerk Executive Assistant Detention Officer Admin Assist II Clerk Sergeant Emd Coordinator Detention Equipment Oper III Equipment Oper Public Trustee/ Asst Gis Technician Lead Operator Motor Vehicle Superv Foreman Deputy Sheriff Sr. Planner Detention Officer Inmate Supervisor Detention Officer Custodian Assessor Clerk II Assistant Foreman Admin Assist II Foreman/Lead Mechani Detention Officer Detention Officer Juvenile Diversion Security Deputy Equipment Oper Admin Assist I Foreman Cook Bldg & Grounds Supv Dispatch Supervisor Temp Legal Assistant Dispatcher Deputy Clerk And Rec Deputy Sheriff Deputy Sheriff Detention Officer Coroner Accountant I Under Sheriff Security Deputy Lead Operator Detention Officer Motor Vehicle Clerk Solid Waste Coord Office Assistant II Treasurer Lead Operator Equipment Oper III Equipment Oper Equipment Oper Landfill Operator Detention Assessor Clerk II Deputy Sheriff Admin Assist I Detention Super Juvenile Diversion Help Desk Technician Detention Officer Juvenile Diversion Detention Officer Appraiser II Recording Super Victim’s Advocate Appraiser II Accountant III Case Mngr Fraud Investigator Gen Man Assistant II Case Worker Journey Childwelfare Mngr Case Worker Journey Case Mngr Legal Tech Caseworker Lead Eligibility Tech Case Mngr Office Assistantii Legal Tech Case Worker Journey Eligibility Tech Tanf Eligibility Super Eligibility Tech Case Worker Journey Director Childwelfare Mngr Legal Tech Caseworker Lead Legal Legal Tech Temp Case Mngr Tanf Gen Man Assistant I Office Assistantii Case Mngr Eligibility Tech Eligibility Tech Sep Case Worker Journey Eligibility Tech Eligibility Tech Caseworker Lead Case Worker Journey Legal Tech Case Worker Journey Child Care Tech Eligibility Tech Eligibility Tech Gen Man Assistant I Eligibility Tech Admin Assistant Eligibility Tech Sep Manager Eligibility Tech Eligibility Tech Legal Tech Clerk Interpreter

69,859 40,778 30,035 20,709 46,876 35,578 33,990 58,980 32,627 40,918 30,038 37,549 54,608 54,405 41,915 8,852 32,512 36,258 37,230 34,006 34,386 38,783 30,057 33,522 2,729 30,846 43,632 58,500 38,834 36,562 101,739 18,476 33,522 40,407 36,155 26,100 48,794 34,601 32,085 7,091 58,740 37,370 18,190 36,310 42,921 33,888 68,776 41,063 36,796 74,250 36,805 44,941 42,953 45,656 13,648 37,659 25,906 63,893 41,936 32,560 55,699 62,886 30,610 36,493 36,362 30,843 58,980 31,008 35,954 37,153 3,770 27,414 34,740 76,600 39,706 46,904 37,362 3,300 45,676 37,937 12,730 6,161 54,749 36,451 32,057 31,417 21,297 35,722 6,091 15,991 12,064 59,754 31,292 25,325 34,608 35,911 39,575 37,991 45,526 30,611 63,374 46,668 39,527 9,917 11,990 36,482 24,943 31,983 45,756 27,284 41,409 38,354 36,380 6,410 31,808 33,230 33,602 57,436 29,017 50,098 45,709 18,258 33,730 35,844 37,666 13,192 54,229 41,458 2,122 28,250 71,150 32,683 39,978 21,302 34,469 35,440 5,623 71,000 39,876 33,205 37,405 14,787 31,682 31,519 28,737 53,331 34,172 49,724 16,562 46,336 24,272 5,030 38,250 36,379 31,398 34,964 36,379 56,091 31,411 41,792 43,923 575 55,401 39,323 34,305 36,156 52,560 10,690 43,768 25,637 31,670 43,581 8,360 45,431 43,965 13,641 38,399 83,115 45,706 34,000 51,153 43,089 1,413 44,632 38,070 32,050 6,826 34,768 40,530 43,159 39,057 30,640 37,784 53,010 33,781 46,445 45,244 28,979 28,244 3,222 35,732 1,001 32,881 31,695 41,387 36,111 35,765 35,334 28,044 10,832

Nurse 49,220 Nurse 50,433 Nurse 40,150 Enviromental 44,315 Asst. Director 73,083 Enviromental 44,395 WIC 37,791 GM 59,000 Tobacco 40,703 GM 24,566 WIC 28,276 Women Health Nurse 11,799 GM 64,436 Grand Total 9,462,864 PUBLISHED IN THE DELTA COUNTY INDEPENDENT FOR CORRECTION Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0227 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 16, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) JAMES R. YANKOVICH AND CHRISTAL M. YANKOVICH Original Beneficiary(ies) BANK OF COLORADO Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF COLORADO by AgStar Financial Services, ACA its Duly Appointed and Acting Servicer Date of Deed of Trust 7/30/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 7/31/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 617466 Original Principal Amount $160,650.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $157,060.29 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE LEGAL DESCRIPTION ATTACHED HERETO AND MADE A PART HERE OF AS EXHIBIT “A” EXHIBIT "A" LEGAL DESCRIPTION The SE1/4 NW1/4 of Section 21, Township 51 North, Range 11 West, New Mexico Principal Meridian, Together with: A parcel of land within the N 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 21, Township 51 North, Range 11 West N.M.P.M. having bearings based upon a bearing of S89°59'31"E between the NW corner of said Section 21 and the W 1/16 corner common to said Section 21 and Section 16 with all other bearings being relative thereto, said parcel being more particularly bounded and described as follows: Beginning at the NW 1/6 corner of said Section 21 and running thence along the South line of said NE 1/4 of the NW 1/4 N89°56'54"E. 3.30 feet to a point in an existing fence and the TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING: Parcel boundary runs thence following said fence the following (4) courses; N02°13'49"W 156.56 feet; Thence N02°55'59"W 102.47 feet; Thence N01°59'29"W 113.10 feet; Thence N02°13'53"W. 10.77 feet; Thence leaving said fence line S88°35'11"E 5.24 feet to a point on the centerline of an existing irrigation canal; Thence following the centerline of said canal generally along the following (4) courses; S57°55'20"E 132.51 feet; Thence 140.67 feet along the arc of a curve to the right, said curve having a radius of 150.00 feet and whose chord bears S31°03'22"E 135.57 feet; Thence S04°11'25" 41.60 feet; Thence S03°47'30"E 154.61 feet to a point on the North line of the SE 1/4 of the NW 1/4; Thence leaving said canal centerline and following said North line S89°56'54"W 185.03 feet to the point of beginning. County of Delta, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: TBD B ROAD, DELTA, CO 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/18/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/22/2012 Last Publication 3/21/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/16/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: John O’Brien #15183 Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. Law Offices 1200 SEVENTEENTH STREET, SUITE 1900 TABOR CENTER, DENVER, CO 80202 (303) 634-2000 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # CO vs YANKOVICH ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 22, 29, March 7, 14 and 21, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0228 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 20, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) MARK A HAMBLEN Original Beneficiary(ies) FIRST FRANKLIN A DIVISION OF NATIONAL CITY BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA,

N.A., AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS OF THE MERRILL LYNCH FIRST FRANKLIN MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET- BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-FF1 Date of Deed of Trust 11/8/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/13/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 609620 Original Principal Amount $214,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $215,699.08 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT ‘A’ AND INCORPORATED HEREIN AS THOUGH FULLY SET FORTH. ATTACHED LEGAL DESCRIPTION Part of the SW1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 17, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th P.M. described as follows: Beginning at a point 851 feet North of the SW corner of the SW1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 17, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th P.M. Thence North 175 feet along the West subdivision line; Thence along those tracts of land described in Book 438 at Page 1309 and in Book 435 at Page 933 East parallel to the South subdivision line 560 feet (formerly described as North 89°32' East 560 feet); Thence South parallel to the West subdivision line 173 feet; Thence along that tract of land as described in Book 435 at Page 1694 West parallel to the South subdivision line 560 feet (formerly described as South 89°32' West 560 feet) more or less to the point of beginning. County of Delta, State of Colorado Also Known as: 1760 H Road, Delta, CO 81416 **AND MODIFIED BY LOAN MODIFICATION AGREEMENT DATED 06-21-2010. Also known by street and number as: 1760 H RD, DELTA, CO 81416. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/18/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/22/2012 Last Publication 3/21/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/20/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: HEATHER DEERE #28597 LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL P MEDVED PC 355 UNION BLVD #302, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228-1508 (303) 274-0155 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 11-910-20602 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 22, 29, March 7, 14 and 21, 2012. COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0232 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On December 28, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) Hank Dean Kennedy Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for First NLC Financial Services, LLC, DBA The Lending Center Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Bank of America, National Association as successor by merger to LaSalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Certificateholders of Bear Stearns Asset Backed Securities I LLC, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-HE7 Date of Deed of Trust 4/4/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/12/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 602432 Original Principal Amount $280,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $278,825.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT A ATTACHED EXHIBIT "A" Part of the West of the East of the Southeast of Section 6, Township 14 South, Range 93 West of the 6th Principal Meridian described as follows: BEGINNING at a point on the East line of the said West of the East of the Southeast whence the Southeast corner of said Section 6 (a monument by P.L.S. 11530) bears South 44 degrees 15' 08" East, 949.06 feet, considering the South line of said Section 6 between the said Southeast corner and the Southwest corner (a monument P.L.S. 3657) to bear North 89 degrees 57' 00" East, from the U.S. G.L.O. plat, and all other bearings to be relative thereto; Thence South 00 degrees 12' 11" East, 650.37 feet on the Said East line of the West of the East of the Southeast to the North right-ofway line of O Road; Thence South 89 degrees 57' 00" West, 659.86

Wednesday, March 7, 2012 feet on the said North right-of-way line to the West line of the said West of the East of the Southeast; Thence North 00 degrees 10' 52" West, 650.76 feet on the said West line of the West of the East of the Southeast; Thence North 89 degrees 59' 02" East, 659.61 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING. County of Delta, State of Colorado. Also known by street and number as: 28803 Redlands Mesa Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 04/25/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 2/29/2012 Last Publication 3/28/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 12/28/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Barbara J. Pierce, Deputy Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: NATHAN S. SILVER #28836 ROBERT J HOPP and ASSOCIATES LLC 333 W COLFAX AVENUE STE 200, PO BOX 8689, DENVER, CO 80204 (303) 225-0811 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # 11-04859CO ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent February 29, March 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE - RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-109(2)(b)(II) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0012 Republished to restart foreclosure stayed by bankruptcy and reset sale date. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 16, 2011, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Delta records. Original Grantor(s) MICHAEL MCCLURE Original Beneficiary(ies) PAONIA STATE BANK Current Holder of Evidence of Debt PAONIA STATE BANK Date of Deed of Trust 3/30/2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/2/2010 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 641888 Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/19/2010 Re-Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 642227 Original Principal Amount $19,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $19,000.00 Pursuant to CRS §38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. SEE EXHIBIT “A” ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE. EXHIBIT "A" Notice of Election and Demand for Sale by Public Trustee NO. 2011-0012 A parcel of land located within the NE1/4 of Section 27, Township 13 South, Range 92 West of the 6th P.M., having a description based upon a bearing of S.88°46'54"E. from 1/4 Corner common to Sections 22 and 27 (monumented by a 2-1/2" USGLO brass cap) to the Section Corner common to Sections 22, 23, 26 and 27 (monumented by an 3-1/4" aluminum cap PLS14621), with all other bearings relative thereto and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the 1/4 corner common to Sections 22 and 27 and running along the north line of said NE1/4 S.88°46'54"E. 1301.65 feet to the E1/16 corner common to Sections 22 and 27 (monumented by an 3-1/4" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the east line of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 S.02°07'57"W. 646.22 feet (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the north line of the SW1/4 of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 S.88°41'13"E. 647.95 feet (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the east line of the SW1/4 of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 S.02°23'08"W. 647.34 feet to the south line of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along said south line S.88°35'28"E. 645.08 feet to the N1/16 corner common to Sections 26 and 27 (monumented by an 3-1/4" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the east line of said NE1/4 S.02°38'15"W. 648.48 feet to the SE corner of the N1/2 of the SE1/4 of the NE1/4 (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the south line of said N1/2 of the SE1/4 of the NE1/4 N.88°29'40"W. 1284.41 feet (monumented by a witness corner bearing S.88°29'40"E. 563.29 feet from the true corner position and being a 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the west line of said N1/2 of the SE1/4 of the NE1/4 N.02°07'57"E. 646.22 feet to the NE1/16 corner of said Section 27 (monumented by an 3-1/4" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the west line of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 N.02°07'57"E. 29.63 feet (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence N.83°14'19"W. 80.29 feet (monumented by an 2" aluminum washer on a gate post PLS25972); thence S.88°37'28"W. 392.22 feet (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence S.85°28'29"W. 174.69 feet to the SE of the S1/2 of the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the east line of said S1/2 of the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 N.01°52'43"E. 322.55 feet to the NE corner of said S1/2 of the

SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along the north line of said S1/2 of the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 N.88°38'21"W. 646.51 feet to the NW corner of said S1/2 of the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of the NE1/4 also being on the west line of said NE1/4 (monumented by an 2" aluminum cap PLS25972); thence along said west line N01°37'26"E. 966.00 feet to the point of beginning. TOGETHER WITH The SW1/4 of the SE1/4 of Section 22, Township 13 South, Range 92 West of the 6th P.M. Together with all easements, rights of way, and appurtenances, including a perpetual easement over and across the existing road that runs through the land as described in Warranty Deed recorded June 17, 2005, under Reception No. 592478; and together with all water, and water rights, ditches and ditch rights appurtenant thereto or used in conjunction therewith. County of Delta, State of Colorado. Also known by street and number as, TBD STUCKER MESA ROAD, PAONIA, CO 81428. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 05/02/2012, at Public Trustee’s Office, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Suite 202, Delta, CO 81416-1764, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication 3/7/2012 Last Publication 4/4/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 09/16/2011 Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee in and for the County of Delta, State of Colorado By: /s/ Jim D. Ventrello, Public Trustee (SEAL) The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Marek, David A #8388 David A. Marek PO Box 1387, Paonia, CO 8142-81387 (970) 5275353 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. Attorney File # PSB vs MCCLURE ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 14, 21, 28 and April 4, 2012. PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the contents of Northside Storage Unit F47 located at 713 Hwy 50 Delta, CO will be disposed of on March 10, 2012. Following is a partial list of the contents belonging to Sara Antencio, whose last known address is 6 Columbine Circle Delta, CO 81416: Bed, dresser mirror, chairs, and misc. Contact Aardvark Realty 248 Main Street Delta, CO 970-874-8000 to submit a bid. Published in the Delta County Independent February 29 and March 7, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the contents of Northside Storage Unit F2 located at 713 Hwy 50 Delta, CO will be disposed of on March 10, 2012. Following is a partial list of the contents belonging to Deniece Courtney, whose last known address is 121 E 12th Street Delta, CO 81416: sewing machine, boxes, and misc. household. Contact Aardvark Realty 248 Main Street Delta, CO 970-874-8000 to submit a bid. Published in the Delta County Independent February 29 and March 7, 2012.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING MINNESOTA CANAL EXTENSION DITCH COMPANY Notice is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of The Minnesota Canal Extension Ditch Company will be held at Duane Greer at 40532 M 75 Road (Eagle AutoBody) at 7:00 p.m. on March 10, 2012, for the election of a board member and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before said meeting. Tom Gillespie, President Published in the Delta County Independent February 29 and March 7, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Annual Meeting of the Eckert Cemetery District will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, March 17, 2012 at the Orchard City Town Hall. Public is invited to attend. For information call 835-3388. Carol Vela, Secretary Published in the Delta County Independent February 29, March 7 and 14, 2012.

ANNUAL MEETING BOARD OF DIRECTORS PROJECT 7 WATER AUTHORITY The Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Project 7 Water Authority will be held on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at 4:30 p.m., at the Project 7 Water Treatment Plant site, 69128 E. Highway 50, Montrose, Colorado. By/Chairman Mary Cooper Published in the Delta County Independent March 7, 14 and 21, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of TERRI LEA TEAGUE, a/k/a TERRI L. TEAGUE, a/k/a TERRI TEAGUE, Deceased Case Number 12PR19 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before June 29, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred. Uvonne Orcutt Person Giving Notice 1701 F Road Delta CO 81416 Attorney for Personal Representative: Aaron R. Clay PO Box 38 Delta CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent February 29, March 7 and 14, 2012.

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Evangelist to preach in Delta next week Evangelist Charles Chetak Baptist Assembly Sanders will conduct Camp and dean of Youth special meetings at Gar- Week, was a teacher of net Mesa Church, 863 A missions and a board Street, from March 11- member at the Mara16. natha Baptist Bible ColDr. Sanders pastored lege and served as vice the Highland Baptist chairman of the Wisconsin Church in Boulder for Independent Baptist Misover five years, during sion for New Churches. which time the High- For many years, he had land Baptist Schools was a daily radio broadcast in started with grades K- Wisconsin and Colorado. 12. Previously, He pastored Dr. Sanders a total of 27 pastored the years and has Calvary Bapnow been in tist Church full-time evanin Waterton, gelism for the Wis., for over past 31 years. 12 years, startDr. Sanders ed the Calvary has traveled to Baptist ChrisEngland, Rustian Schools, sia, France, was a board Germany, Dr. Sanders member of the Italy, Israel,

Jordan, Egypt, Greece and other Bible lands. He has visited and preached in many Baptist mission fields in South America,

DELTA FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD Eaton & Dodge, Delta • 874-3568 Pastor: Lee Ponder Sunday: Celebration Service 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Celebration Service 11:00 a.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Wednesday: Family night 7:00 p.m. Royal Rangers Missionettes Fireproof Youth (Jr. & Sr. High) Saturday: Men's Prayer Breakfast 6:00 a.m.

evangelism crusades in churches across America. The public is welcome to share the inspiration and blessing of practical

Do good things really come to those who wait? Does it bother you when someone else always seems to get what you’d like to have? Dr. Julie Mixter, keynote speaker at an upcoming Spaghetti Seminar for women, will be speaking about these very questions. During the seminar Julie will take a look at the book,

“Gone With the Wind,” in which two women are contrasted —one who lived her life in Christ, the other who lost her life pursuing what wasn’t real. Teen and adult women are invited to attend and consider what God’s word has to say about which of these women should be their role model.

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH

Spaghetti Seminars are a division of the women’s ministry at Delta Christian Church, 795 1600 Road. The title comes from the book “Women are Like Spaghetti, Men Are Like Waffles.” More than just a lecture, Spaghetti Seminars are designed to be a girls’-morningout filled with fun and

CEDAREDGE ASSEMBLY OF GOD

751 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8083 1596 S.W. 9th St., Cedaredge • 856-3586 1065 E. 7th St., Delta • 874-0308 • Cell: 314-0116 Sunday: Bible Lesson Sermon 10:00 a.m. Bob Hillyer - Senior Pastor Pastors David & Michele Murphy Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday: Marvin Pemberton - Assoc. Pastor Wednesday: Testimony Meeting 7:00 p.m. Prayer Time Youth Pastor: Eric Musil 9:00 a.m. Child Care Provided • Everyone Welcome Janet Noble - Children Annointed Worship & Praise 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Annointed preaching to follow Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. Where the fire & glory of God are manifested Wed. Family Night: Adult Bible Study, GRAND MESA BIBLE CHURCH Youth & Children's Ministries 7:00 p.m. 710 Crawford Ave., Delta • 874-8315 Men's Breakfast (Saturday) 7:00 a.m. Pastor Gary Culp cedarag.org Sunday School For All Ages 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Please call for information about FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF Bible studies and Prayer times

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FIRST CHURCH OF GOD 1102 Howard St., Delta • Church 874-4647 deltafirstchurchofgod.com Bob and Linda Aubery Sunday School Classes 12th & Grand, Delta • 874-3717 for All Ages 9:00 a.m. Pastor: Ken Gilchrist Sunday Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Sunday: Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 a.m. Wed. Bible Study (Fellowship Hall) 2:00 p.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Afternoon 2:00 p.m. Wed. Cedaredge Bible Study (856-3854) 4:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening 7:00 p.m. Prayer Chain Contact Janice Bridwell 874-4621

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MARANATHA FELLOWSHIP 164 Grand Blvd. (The LORD Cometh) (Left on top of 3rd St. Hill) • 874-4971 1712 H Road, Delta • 874-9135 Sunday Bible Study 9:45 a.m. Pastor Earl Douglas Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Sunday Brown Bag Lunch 12:00 Noon Sunday School Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Afternoon Service 1:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Sunday Night Wed. Prayer & Bible Study 6:30 p.m. All Welcome EL BUEN PASTOR SPANISH ASSEMBLY OF GOD

ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

860 Crawford Ave., Delta Carlos & Rosemary Sluder, Pastors – 874-0167 Benjamin y Eunice Aviña Addlescentes – 874-0517 Arturo & Alicia Carrasco, Children – 874-0771

370 W. Main St., Cedaredge • 856-3830 P.O. Box 400, Cedaredge, CO 81413 Email: fbc@kaycee.net NORTH FORK CHURCH Senior Pastor Dik Abbott OF CHRIST Sunday: 40259 M Rd., Paonia • 970-527-5443 Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 a.m. Sunday Morning 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Wednesday Evening 5:00 p.m. Children’s Church Available Teaching Sound Bible Doctrine Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 6:00 p.m. AWANA and Youth 6:30 p.m. PAONIA FRIENDS CHURCH 409 3rd St., Paonia • 527-6151 Pastor Gaylen Kinser Sunday: SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 9:00 a.m. GRAND MESA SOUTHERN with NURSERY for children 19 mos.-3 years BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL 110 S.E. Jay Ave., Cedaredge • 856-4672 for ages 19 months-adults 10:00 a.m. Rev. Steven Puls Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. CRAWFORD FRIENDS CHURCH Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Non-denominational Team Kid (Wednesday) 6:00 p.m. 3842 Stearman Lane, Crawford • 921-LORD (5673) Prayer & Bible Study Pastor Jerry Dutton (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. Youth Pastor JP Dutton Brotherhood Breakfast 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. (1st Saturday) 8:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service Coffee & Fellowship 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Breakfast 10:30 a.m. (last Tuesday) 8:00 a.m. Children’s Church and Nursery Youth Group and Adult Life Studies (at Ole Bakery) www.crawfordchristians.org

“Loyal to the orthodox Christian faith as received by Anglicanism” 5th & Palmer St., Delta • Rector's Study: 874-9489 Pastor Tom Seibert Holy Eucharist and Sunday School (Sunday) 10:15 a.m. ECKERT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Order of St. Luke & Healing Service, Domingo: 13025 Highway 65, Eckert • 835-3441 First Monday each month 6:00 p.m. Escuela Dominical 10:00 a.m. P.O. Box 7 Morning Prayer/Communion Predicacion 11:00 a.m. Pastor Jo DeVinny Wednesday 10:30 a.m. Culto de la Tarde y Niños 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Miercoles: Family Night 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship: Jovenes 7:00 p.m. Year Round 10:30 a.m. ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE Children’s Sunday School during worship ORTHODOX Thursday: GUNNISON VALLEY 298 Bert St., Delta • 874-5225 Bible Study Held at Big E Market 7:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE www.saintandrewsdelta.org 1721 H Rd., Delta • 874-0848 Father Daniel Jones Website: gvcnazarene.org Saturday Great Vespers 5:00 p.m. Email: gvcnazarene@aol.com Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. NEW HOPE EVANGELICAL Senior Pastor Terry D. Hedrick Please call: for feast day services schedule FREE CHURCH Associate Pastor Edward (Mike) Sandridge Meets at Cedaredge Community Center Sunday: www.newhopefree.org Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m. SEVENTH-DAY Pastor Bill Williamson Worship Service: 856-4458 ADVENTIST CHURCH With Worship Leader Gary Lear Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m. 763 Meeker St., Delta & The GVC Praise Team Children’s Church 10:45 a.m. Pastor: Seth Coridan Including Children’s Church Nursery Available Sabbath School Saturday 9:30 a.m. And Nursery 10:45 a.m. 7:00 at Ole Bakery Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Men’s Breakfast 1st & 3rd Sat. Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Youth Groups — schedules vary Ladies’ Breakfast 8:30 a.m. Prayer Meetings Wednesday Call for time and place Fellowship & Bible Study Including Potluck Dinner 6:00 p.m. Study Groups: CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST Meeting at various places and times throughout OF LATTER DAY SAINTS CEDAREDGE COMMUNITY the week. 1679 Pioneer Rd., Delta • 874-3444 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH We want to extend a personal invitation to everyCorner of E. 16th St./F Rd. and Pioneer Rd. 3rd & Aspen, PO Box 369, Cedaredge • 970-856-3696 one. Please come and make yourself at home. Sunday: cedaredgecumc@tds.net “Our church could be your home.” Uncompahgre Ward 9:00 a.m. Pastor Deb Edwards “We exist to glorify God by raising up Delta Ward 11:00 a.m. Vickie Richards-Street, Pastoral Associate Christ-centered, Spirit-filled Disciple makers.” Rev. Bob Watts, Pastor Emeritus Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DELTA Worship Services 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH American Baptist Church Communion Worship First Sunday 4th and Meeker, Delta • 874-4893 1250 Pioneer Road, Delta • 874-3847 Zero Gravity Youth Sundays 4:00 p.m. Rev. Alisa Secrest deltafirstbaptist.org Youth and Adult Choirs, Bible Studies, Nursery Adult/Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Pastor James Conley OPEN HEARTS! OPEN MINDS! OPEN DOORS! Praise Music 10:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday: Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Child care available Morning Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday Night Church 6:00 p.m. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Wednesday: DELTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH 2291 Q25 Road, Cedaredge • 856-6137 Middle School Blitz 6:00 p.m. Reaching the children and youth of Pastors John and MaryLouise Dannels AWANA (Sept.-April) 6:00 p.m. Western Delta County Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Saturday: I Rd. & 1600 Rd., North Delta • 874-4322 Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study 7:30 a.m. www.deltachristianchurch.org High School Saturday Night Live 7:00 p.m. Ministry Staff: Will Pruett, Jeremy Kane, Kirsten Alsdorf, Jake Sullivan Find us on Facebook at Delta Christian Church SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Sunday: Worship COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN 290 S.W. 2nd Ave., Cedaredge • 210-3398 First Service 9:30 a.m. Pastor Seth Coridan FELLOWSHIP Second Service 11:00 a.m. Sabbath School Saturday 9:15 a.m. Meets at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta Children’s Church: Age 3-5th grade Morning Worship 10:50 a.m. Ron Howard, Pastor Childcare (infant/preschool) all services. Prayer Meeting Wednesday 3:00 p.m. Sunday Worship Service 10:30 a.m. For Elem., M.S. & H.S. activities, please call Children’s Church Provided Home Bible Studies Available Information: call 200-7816 or 874-4372

ST. PHILIP BENIZI CATHOLIC CHURCH 863 A Street, Delta 290 N.W. Cedar Ave., P.O. Box 713 Jerry Hilterbrand, Pastor • 874-4837 Cedaredge, CO 81413 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Rev. Canice Enyiaka, Pastor Services 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. 628 Meeker St., Delta • 874-3300 Sunday: 8:00 a.m. Mass Prayer Meeting (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. Father Canice Enyiaka Tuesday: 6:00 p.m. Mass Independent, Fundamental Saturday: For more information, call 970-856-6495 Confession 4:00-5:00 p.m. Mass 5:30 p.m. Sunday: REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH English Mass 10:00 a.m. ALL SAINTS (Missouri Synod) Spanish Mass 12:00 Noon 1000 Pioneer Road • 874-3052 LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA Daily Mass Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m. Pastor Jeffrey Ryan 20101 Deer Creek Rd., Austin • 835-3667 Worship Service 9:00 a.m. www.allsaintslutheranco.org Bible Classes and Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Tom Lange, Pastor Tiny Treasures Preschool CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Sunday: 658 Howard St., Delta Worship 10:00 a.m. Rev. Kay Spinden • 874-3425 Adult Bible Class 9:00 a.m. Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School 10:00 a.m. COMMUNITY OF CHRIST Children’s Classes 10:30 a.m. Open Communion (1st & 3rd Sundays) 1061 Meeker St., Delta • cofchrist.org Science of Mind Classes Also Available Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. For more information call 626-3347 DELTA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

1290 A St., Delta • 874-9497 Pastor: Randy Unruh Website: www.calvarydelta.org E-Mail: office@calvarydelta.org Sunday: Bible Study Morning Worship

9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

learning. The Gone With the Wind Spaghetti Seminar is March 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. Registration is $7 and includes brunch; trained childcare is available by donation. Please RSVP to 874-4322 by March 20 or register online at www. deltachristianchurch.org/ #/women/.

NORTH FORK BAPTIST CHURCH 639 Samuel Wade Rd., Paonia • 527-4644 www.nfbcpaonia.org Pastor Tobey Williams Bible Study 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m. Nursery Provided

CRAWFORD COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 297 Dogwood Ave., Crawford • 921-3300 Rev. John Hiestand Sunday Worship 9:00 a.m. Adult Education 8:00 a.m. Children’s Education 9:00 a.m.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PAONIA 227 Oak Ave., Paonia • 527-7291 • 527-3450 P.O. Box 413, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Ed Hollett Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Traditional Church Service 10:45 a.m.

PAONIA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 235 Box Elder Avenue, Paonia • 527-3161 www.paoniachristianfellowship.com Pastor Scott McIntire Sunday Services: Sunday School for ages 2-112 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Children’s Church 10:15 a.m. Monday Ladies Bible Study 6:30 p.m. His Hands — Men’s Group 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Ladies Bible Study 1:00 p.m. Converge for Ages 7-12 4:30 p.m. Youth Dinner 6:15 p.m. Youth Group Grades 7 & Up 7:00 p.m. Please join our family for a variety of music and worship. Something for everyone!

HOTCHKISS CHURCH OF CHRIST 175 N. 1st St., Hotchkiss • 527-3225 Minister Windell Howard Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH 235 North Fork, Paonia • 527-3214 Saturday Evening Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

MOUNTAIN VIEW BIBLE CHURCH Lazear, CO – 872-2139 ST. MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC Pastor Jim Jesser – 323-6412 Youth Pastor Jake Erickson - 872-6329 CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Bridge & Pinon St., Hotchkiss • 527-3214 Morning Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass 11:00 a.m. Evening Service & Youth Night 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Christ Centered Country Church PAONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST Independent and Fundamental

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HOTCHKISS COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd & Orchard, Hotchkiss • Office: 872-3540 Pastor John Hiestand • 872-4881 Sanctuary is handicapped accessible Children's and Adult’s Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Peace Circle, 2nd Tues. 12:30 p.m. Wearhouse hours: Monday 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m. UMW Meet 3rd Saturday 9:00 a.m. National Historical Register site

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HOTCHKISS

41012 Lamborn Dr., PO Box 932, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Seth Coridan • 970-210-3398 Saturday Services 9:00 a.m. Discover Answers to Life’s Deepest Questions: Hope Channel 368 on Direct TV

OLATHE OLD KING JAMES BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH 5th & Horton, Olathe • 970-497-0790 Pastor Brian Lopiccolo Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Preaching 10:30 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

203 W. Main, Hotchkiss • Church 872-3313 Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 a.m. ST. JOSEPH’S TRADITIONAL Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Evening Service 5:00 p.m. Latin Mass After School Program (K-8) Wed. 3:45 p.m. 59350 Carnation Rd., Olathe • 323-0243 Adult Bible Study & Prayer Wed. 7:00 p.m. Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. Youth Group/Teen Bible Study Wed. 7:00 p.m. Rosary & Confessions 1/2 hour before each mass Also offering counseling, men’s prayer Daily masses as scheduled meetings, ladies’ Bible study, teen outings, nursery and a food pantry. Contact Pastor Jake DeField for more information.

OLATHE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Located at 512 Hersum Send mail to PO Box 148, Olathe, CO 81425 970-323-6465 • Email: olatheumc@gmail.com Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Breathing Space 6:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. Choir 7:00 p.m. 9:30 a.m. Everyone welcome 10:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.

PAONIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd and Onarga, Paonia Pastor Russell Fletcher Bible Study Sunday School Worship Youth Group Child care provided every Sun. and on special occasions.

GARNET MESA BAPTIST CHURCH

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC)

Bible-centered messages preached by Dr. Sanders each evening at 7 p.m. at Garnet Mesa Baptist Church.

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IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH (Missouri Synod) 5th & North Fork, Paonia at the Northwest corner of City Park Pastor Duane O. Daeke • 527-3232 Morning Worship 9:00 a.m. Lent Worship Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study following worship service Visitors Always Welcome.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 5th and Oak, Paonia • 527-4239 Bishop Stephen W. Bayles Sacrament Meeting 10:00 a.m.-11:10 a.m. Sunday School 11:15 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Priesthood & Relief Society 12:10-1:00 p.m.

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COMMUNITY CHURCH 5th & Meeker Streets, Delta • Office — 874-9501 21987 Austin Road • Austin BIBLE CENTER CHURCH delta.umc@juno.com 1117 Third Street, Paonia • 527-4629 Jacopper@tds.net Roy Trueblood, Pastor www.biblecenteronline.com John Copper, Pastor • 856-4675 Early Service 8:30 a.m. John Owen, Pastor Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sunday: 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 10:00 a.m. Sunday School Late Service 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Youth Group 5:30 p.m. with Children’s Church and nursery provided Awana Clubs Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Wednesday: Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Communion Worship 1st Sunday

MONTROSE LIVING WORD LUTHERAN CHURCH 2820 Peyton Dr., Montrose • 249-4405 Pastor Matthew Frey Sunday Service 9:00 a.m. Sunday School/Bible Study 10:15 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study 4:00 p.m.

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Rising to the challenge in creative ways!

B A C K P A G E

Photos by Verna Barr

Bonnie Briscoe started keeping a registry of the quilts that she made including a photo, fabric samples, pattern used, when quilted, and notes. This practice has gone by the wayside over time, though remains a good reference tool. She has found quilting and working with stained glass to be great therapy after suffering a stroke in 1997.

BY VERNA BARR Staff Writer

onnie Briscoe’s first quilt was started in October 2001. “My next door neighbor, Barbara Murdoch, quilts and thought I should do the same. I bought fabric, cut out pieces for a king sized quilt. I had piles of triangles and squares. It took me until January of 2003 to get it done.” This was quite an accomplishment as Bonnie had a stroke in 1997 and to this day has not had the use of her right hand. She had to become left-handed. “I hand-quilted the entire thing. The needle needed to be pushed down through the fabric then reach under and pull up each stitch. A small plastic frame needed to be moved over and over again. That was an ambitious project for a first attempt. I started it and had to finish it. From then on I don’t hand quilt, I have a Pfaff sewing machine and use it for all my stitching now.” About the time that first

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quilt was finished, she started going to Surface Creek Quilters. Meetings are held once a month and quilters there put together “care” quilts for fire victims, cancer patients, and veterans. Other than that she makes quilts for all her grand-babies, family members, and friends. It keeps her busy, especially in the winter when she can’t get outside. Bonnie tells, “My stroke affected my entire right side. I was sent to St. Mary’s Hospital and was there for two weeks, went home then returned for an operation on my carotid artery, the artery was over 95 percent blocked. “Three years of physical and speech therapy followed. The speech therapist started me on the computer and that was a great help. He would give me papers with shapes printed on them and I had to make the same shapes on the computer. It taught me to type with my left hand, and it taught me to think. It was like little kid stuff but was a great help. “At first I was in a wheel-

Bonnie Briscoe made this stained glass project, framed it before hanging it in one of the family room windows. Other smaller finished ornaments brighten another window in the room.

A Pfaff sewing machine is put to use for all of Bonnie’s quilts now. She wore out her first machine, a Singer, and replaced it with this and gives it quite a workout. chair. My husband, Steven, had to do everything for me, tie my shoes and all other two hand tasks. Therapy helped. I learned to tie my shoes and other everyday tasks with one hand.” When Bonnie decided she wanted to drive, she waited until her husband went to work during the day, then would go outside, get in her van and drive around and around the driveway. She was unable to return to work but needed to keep busy. That’s why she started quilting. Then she took a stained glass class from a good friend Barbara Hladik and got involved with that. Her husband has been a great help in helping find items that can be adapted to make use of her abilities. Clamps used in woodworking grip her workboard onto the table for a workspace. Clamps hold the glass too. She draws the pattern, clamps, cuts, sands, foils, burnishes, and solders, puts a chain on the finished

An in-progress project is to make a box. The glass pieces for the lid (upper left hand corner) are cut and ready for the next step. This is the third box made and will be given as a gift.

piece and hangs it up. She has made ornaments, a bird, butterflies, a ladybug, and boxes for family gifts. Several of her creations are displayed in windows of her home. Riding horseback for the first time since her stroke was one of her more recent challenges. She said she was pushed and pulled and finally got her leg over the horse and her feet into the stirrups. She rode him okay...he was a gentle horse and she thoroughly enjoyed the ride. Getting off wasn’t easy. “I thought I wanted a horse,” she said, “maybe not!” Bonnie has been exercising in Delta at No Limit Training Gym working on building up strength. Exercises have been modified so she can do them. She can walk and does...up and down the driveway. She needs to concentrate so as not

to turn her ankle. “Everything I do,” she said, “I have to think about it before I do it, even stepping up onto a curb takes thought. Therapy has helped and adaption has made it possible to do many things that I enjoy. It might take me a little longer than most people...but with thought and determination I will get things done. If I find something I really want to do I will find a way to do it, especially if I have a good teacher. I’ve thought about drawing or painting but right now I’m keeping pretty busy with what I can do. “I think of stained glass and quilt making as therapy and I can be creative with them too. And I’m learning new things with each quilt and stained glass project. There are so many patterns and colors to try. All of it is a daily challenge!”

A king-size quilt was Bonnie’s first and only attempt at hand-quilting. With the use of her left hand and a small plastic frame, needle and thread, it took her 18 months to complete the project.