Delta County Independent, May 9, 2012

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Doss stays on as superintendent

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

The Delta County School District 50J Board of Education announced May 5 its intention to negotiate a contract with Jerre Doss, Ed.D., to serve as superintendent of schools for one year, from July 1, when his current contract ends, to June 30, 2012.

Dr. Doss was named interim superintendent of the school district in late January.

At the same time, the school board launched a search for

a permanent replacement for former superintendent Mike McMillan. That search ended in late April when three candidates were interviewed for the position. Jeff Perry, the clear favorite, withdrew his name from consideration and the school board declined to extend an offer to the other two candidates. Rather than begin the search anew, school board members decided instead to hire an assistant superintendent as part of an effort to reorganize the dis-

trict office.

At that time, board president Tom Mingen said, the school board was unaware

that Dr. Doss was willing to continue his employment with the school district. Under his contract extension, he will be

responsible for reorganization of the district’s staff to meet the board’s goal of a balanced SUPERINTENDENT TO A3

Kissner charged in wife’s death

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

On Nov. 22, 2010, Raelynn Kissner was found unconscious in the hot tub at the home she shared with her husband, Billy Kissner, on Cedaredge’s main street. She died a short time later, and although the exact cause of her death has never been determined, the Delta County Sheriff ’s Office has determined it now has enough evidence to charge Billy Kissner with murder.

Kissner, 47, was Billy arrested May 4 and booked into the Delta County Jail, charged with second degree murder, a class two felony.

“We have come up with some new information that we were able to corroborate with the assistance of the district attorney’s office and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation,” said Delta County Sheriff Fred McKee. That information led to Kissner’s arrest.

Sheriff McKee said the case had never been officially closed. “Shortly after the incident occurred we presented the results of our investigation to the district attorney,” McKee said. “At that time the

DA said we did not have the necessary evidence to move forward, and we agreed with him.”

“Circumstances changed,” said district attorney Dan Hotsenpiller, “and we were left with no choice but to file charges.

Obviously we don’t file charges unless we’re convinced we’ve got it right.”

At an arraignment hearing Monday, May 7, in Delta County Court, Kissner waived further Kissner advisement. A bond hearing was set for Thursday, May 17.

Kissner is being represented by Harvey Steinberg of the Denver firm Springer & Steinberg. Steinberg specializes in criminal law, white collar criminal defense, professional negligence and personal injury. Steinberg has been recognized in “Best Lawyers in America” in the area of criminal defense. Both Steinberg and Springer have represented professional athletes, politicians, entertainers and business people in cases throughout the United States.

Earlier this spring, Steinberg represented Perrish Cox, a former Denver Broncos player who was acquitted of rape.

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Delta County’s two state representatives were given a sendoff by local Republicans Saturday, May 5, at the party’s Lincoln Day dinner.

Ray Scott of Grand Junction and Don Coram of Montrose have both been assigned to legislative districts that no longer include parts of Delta County, the result of state redistricting following the 2010 Census.

The gathering of area Republicans at the Elks Lodge was a time for socializing and reaffirming the party’s prin-

Racing to get ahead in life A race course at Delta-Montrose Technical College brought out the competitive spirit in Olathe High School students Anthony Aguila and Kyler Little. The pedal carts were provided by the National Guard, one of the exhibitors at a college and career day hosted by the college last week. High school students from across the Western Slope attended the event.

BLM defers sale of 22 North Fork parcels

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

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ciples ahead of the primary election season.

Candidates for office were given the chance for short speeches. Republican opponents in the commissioner district #3 primary, Mark Roeber and Roger Bentley, highlighted their positions.

Bentley emphasized the protection of private property rights as the center point of his campaign effort. Roeber said he emphasizes retaining local business, continuing the productive use of public lands, and the importance of water issues.

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The Bureau of Land Management sent out a concise press release the morning of Wednesday, May 2. The headline said it all: “BLM defers all North Fork Valley oil and gas parcels in August 2012 lease sale.”

Helen Hankins, BLM state director, made the decision after an environmental assessment of the 22 nominated parcels.

“BLM has opted to conduct additional analysis of the proposed lease parcels based on public input,” the press release stated.

The BLM Uncompahgre Field Office received over 3,000 comments on the proposed oil and gas leases. A large number of the comments asked the BLM to defer all 22 parcels in the North Fork Valley until the 1989 Resource

Management Plan could be updated. The plan is scheduled for 2013.

Shannon Borders, BLM public affairs specialist, said she received calls from multiple people wanting to confirm the press release was genuine.

She also received complaints about the decision. (Reaction from North Fork Valley residents can be found on page B1.)

Two days later, on May 4, an equally surprising press release came from the Department of the Interior. This one was about a draft rule requiring public disclosure of chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing on public and Indian lands.

The Interior Department described the draft rule as containing “commonsense measures that will support safe and responsible increased production of America’s

resources.”

Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar said, “As we continue to offer millions of acres of America’s public lands for oil and gas development, it is critical that the public have full confidence that the right safety and environmental protections are in place. The proposed rule will modernize our management of well stimulation activities — including hydraulic fracturing to make sure that fracturing operations conducted on public and Indian lands follow commonsense industry best practices.”

A 60-day public comment period will begin once the proposed rule is published in the Federal Register.

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On Saturday, May 12, letter carriers across the country will be collecting food for families in need in partnership with the U.S. Postal Service. You can help by collecting and bagging non-perishable food items and placing them by your mailbox prior to Saturday’s mail delivery. Your letter carrier will gather the bags of food and deliver them to a local food bank. Suggested donations include canned meats, fish, soup, juice, vegetables, pasta, cereal and rice. Please do not include items that have expired or are in glass containers.

A Cedaredge woman who was ordered to clean up her property has been charged with dumping the bagged debris in the ‘dobies northwest of Adobe Buttes Landfill.

Christina Peterson, 33, has been charged with a petty offense. According to the Delta County Sheriff’s Office, she allegedly dumped 15 to 20 bags of trash in an area that is commonly used by shooters. A Delta man who discovered the debris contacted law enforcement, who identified Peterson through documents contained within the trash bags.

Richard Monger, 62, of Grand Junction was killed in a motorcycle accident on Highway 92 about a mile northwest of Crawford. The accident occurred Saturday, May 5, shortly after 6 p.m.

The Colorado State Patrol reports Monger was riding a 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle westbound on Highway 92. The motorcycle left the right side of the roadway where the driver lost control and was ejected. Monger was not wearing a helmet. Alcohol and/or drugs are suspected factors but have not been confirmed.

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LETTERS United, North Fork citizens get results Dear Editor: The BLM has cancelled all 22 North Fork Valley parcels slated for leasing in the August 2012 sale. This is a wonderful and welcome development and is cause for celebration. This result acknowledges that diligent efforts of concerned citizens can, even against stiff odds, bring about desired results. We have succeeded in holding values of community, sustainability, clean air and clean water above those of short-term profit and exploitation. We have shown that a group of citizens, united in purpose, can alter the outcome of what otherwise seems an inevitability. In these times, this is indeed a remarkable thing and the people of the North Fork Valley and Delta County are to be congratulated.

Please bear in mind that while we’ve achieved a laudable result, we have earned but one chip in a profoundly larger game.

It has been said that “the price of freedom is eternal vigilance.” The North Fork is not yet free from ongoing efforts to drill for natural gas on these lands. While the government’s move is very important, our area remains at risk as

the BLM only removed the 30,000 acres from this August’s lease sale.

Upon additional analysis

by BLM, these parcels can be sold at any of the future quarterly auctions the BLM holds each year.

While it is great news that the risk is deferred, continuing attention to these issues will be required as we are not at all privy to the BLM’s long-term plans for our area. We hope that this deferral at the very least portends plans to develop an Environmental Impact Statement for this group of parcels. Perhaps it suggests that they will never be listed again. Perhaps it hints at merging ideas for energy development in the North Fork into the larger BLM Resource Management Plan (RMP) due for release in 2013.

This would be wise, as the BLM based the disputed August sale on an outdated RMP completed 23 years ago, well in advance of now broadly used irresponsible drilling technology as well as recent important and viable socio-economic changes in the valley, such as organic agriculture and viticulture. Let us celebrate our victory and savor the power of the citizenry to force bureau-

Drug-Free invitation Dear Editor: Drug-Free Delta County would like to invite the community to share in our celebration of National Drug Court Month on Monday, May 21, in Judge Greenacre’s Courtroom in the Delta County Courthouse at 4 p.m. We hope you’ll enjoy seeing family treatment court in action and stay after to share in refreshments to support our drug court clients, their families, our treatment court team and volunteers.

Delta County’s drug courts represent a proven budget solution for our area. Through the efforts of Judge Sandra Miller, Judge Charles Greenacre,

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tireless staff and board, and countless volunteers, our drug courts are truly making a difference, from reducing drug use and recidivism, to reuniting families and making our community safer. Delta County’s drug court has been recommended to be considered as a National Rural Mentor Court and has one of the highest success rates in the State of Colorado.

Drug courts are our nation’s most effective strategy at reducing recidivism among seriously drug addicted, nonviolent offenders with long criminal histories. Nationally, 75 percent of individuals who complete drug court are not re-arrested.

Drug courts save up to $13,000 for every individual they serve and return as much as $27 for every $1 invested. Thus we join 2,500 other drug courts nationwide in celebrating National Drug Court Month, focusing on the theme: “Drug Courts: Where Accountability Meets Compassion.”

We would love to have each and every one of you in Delta County share in our celebration! Refreshments will be served.

Pam Bliss Volunteer Coordinator Drug-Free Delta County

cracies to listen when the people’s voices are loud, persistent, smart and well informed. However, we need to hold firm to our vigilance. The citizens groups that have worked to inform and organize will continue to do so.

If and when it becomes vital to speak loudly and again to act, Citizens for a Healthy Community will make certain you are notified in a timely manner so you can participate in keeping the North Fork Valley of Delta County a sustainable and healthy place to farm, to ranch and to raise our families.

Mitchell Gershten MD Board Member Citizens for a Healthy Community

Thanks to anonymous donor Dear Editor: I am a student currently attending Delta Middle School. I am attending the Close-Up trip to Washington D.C., New York and Philadelphia in May. We received a donation from an anonymous donor and I would like to thank whomever that was. The donation helped us greatly and we sincerely appreciate your generosity.

Sara Jurca DMS Eighth Grade Student

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Legislation would help ‘connect’ rural Colorado Dear Editor: In the 1990s, a 2.9 percent surcharge was placed on your phone bill to make funds available for telecom providers who undertake bringing telecommunication services to Colorado’s rural communities. The proceeds of the surcharge are managed by Colorado’s Public Utilities Commission via the Colorado High Cost Support Mechanism (Support Fund).

In 2010, the surcharge collected and paid out nearly $55 million. While most of that money went to telecom providers in rural areas, between $10-$20 million was paid to telecom providers in urban areas. For example, the Support Fund paid providers in places like Parker and Colorado Springs — possibly once rural, but no longer.

A bill has been proposed to re-direct those funds from urban areas back to rural communities in Colorado. A bipartisan group of legislators and telecommunication companies have joined together to forgo the urban subsidy. They have proposed Senate Bill 157, the Telecommunications Modernization Act of 2012 (Telecom Act). The Telecom Act will eliminate the payments to urban providers and shift those dollars to rural communities where they are truly needed.

The Support Fund is currently dispersed among Colorado’s telecom providers based upon a formula that allows almost 30 percent of the Support Fund’s dollars to be paid to companies that provide service in urban areas — which results in

shifting those funds away from rural providers to the tune of nearly $15 million. I assert that this $15 million of misdirected assistance needs to be sent to Colorado’s rural communities.

The Telecom Act eliminates payments to providers in urban areas and sends those dollars to rural areas where high costs and sparse competition force prices upward.

For example, in a city where there are five or more telecom providers who serve more than 90 percent of the population, the subsidy goes away.

One reason legislators from both sides of the aisle are supporting the Telecom Act is because it also removes burdensome regulations on urban providers where robust competition works to keep service quality high and prices low. Most telecom providers recognize that by removing the stranglehold of excessive regulations, competition will improve service and lower costs — and result in lower prices to consumers.

As you might guess, a company that is currently receiving the subsidy for providing service in urban areas is, quite naturally, reluctant to give up this “free money.”

It wouldn’t surprise us to see it go to great lengths to keep those dollars rolling in, even if it means those dollars are taken away from rural communities.

The Telecom Act may not be popular with a company that currently gets an urban subsidy, but it certainly will be popular with the residents of rural Colorado

who will get much-needed assistance. It will also be popular with small, local telecom providers.

By shifting more funds to rural areas where competition is sparse, there will be an incentive for more companies to enter new markets, compete for customers, and drive quality of service up and prices to consumers down.

In a testament to the common sense nature of the changes, AT&T, Comcast, the Colorado Cable Telecommunications Association, Sprint, the Colorado Telecommunications Association, Verizon and Viaero Wireless support the Telecom Act and are all willing to forgo an urban subsidy in order to compete against each other on a level playing field. With their help, Colorado has the chance to finally provide modern telecom services to all Coloradans.

It is well known that provision of telecommunications services is significantly more costly in sparsely populated rural areas than in urban centers. But, the economic benefits that flow from a “connected” rural population will enrich all Coloradoans. It is time we modernize our telecommunication laws and send our limited support dollars to the areas where they are most needed — rural Colorado.

We urge our communities’ local business groups, elected officials, and consumers to call for the passage of the Telecom Act. Let’s make rural Colorado connected.

Bill Long TDS Telecom employee Colorado resident

Teachers, parents are speaking out about district policies Dear Editor: Because of all the events occurring in the last several months concerning the education of children in the Delta County School District, I now feel compelled to express my thoughts in a public forum.

Due to the rules of the game, I offer now a disclaimer by acknowledging I am married to a teacher in the district. The comments given are mine alone. What we have had recently is a revolution based on how and what to teach our children.

Teachers, staff and parents will no longer accept what they feel are dictatorial terms from the school board and district office staff. They desire real input to proposed policies and that this input be honestly evaluated before a new policy is mandated.

The players are all the same, in general terms, which have always been present. What is different now is the willingness of the teachers, staff and parents to be outspoken

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in their views. I will not spend any time trying to differentiate why this difference in outspokenness has occurred. It is merely a fact that must be acknowledged and I for one laud the boldness of it.

Here are some facts that I believe have influenced the power struggle going on in our district: 1. There was a deep unrest among the people of the district concerning the policies of previous school boards and district office personnel.

2. Given the opportunity for change, voters installed some new school board members.

3. Having to confront a school board with different ideological goals, the superintendent of the school district quit before his term was up. An interim superintendent who apparently does not seek a long term job with the district was hired.

4. District office personnel are feeling the pressure of state and local mandates for conforming to standards of achievement and decide to use a standardized curriculum throughout the district to do so.

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Disgruntlement between teachers, staff and parents on the one hand and district office and school board personnel on the other is based on teachers being forced to change curriculums that have proven to be highly successful in meeting the government mandated standards.

6. Because of the uncompromising nature of the school board and district office personnel, including the interim superintendent, in responding to the concerns expressed by parents, teachers and school administrators, valuable teachers, assistant principals and principals may be leaving the district at the end of the year and seeking employment elsewhere.

I believe the proposals by state and federal authorities during the last few years to heighten the educational standards of children in the United States are a misguided

attempt to do so and will only result in a backlash of recrimination against teachers. It is a sad state of affairs that people who actually do care about children’s education are being forced to find fault with each other instead of where the fault actually lies.

This all leaves me with things I would like to express to the various factions of the revolution: The school board — The board’s reputation in the past has not exactly been stellar. “Rubber stamp” is a term that may have been justifiably used often. Please be sure to examine your reasons for agreeing with administrative proposals and policies.

Parents in the district — If you do not believe members of the school board you voted for are actually representing your views, recall of those members is an acceptable start to find someone who will. You do not have to put up with someone until the next election.

Nor do you have to quit voicing your comments and concerns.

District office staff —

What you do will affect the education of our children for years to come.

History has shown that standardization may not be the key you look for and may result in a society of narrowness and non-achievement. More can be learned from diversity. Seek your answers in methods that may be more difficult to achieve but are more satisfying for what you really wish to accomplish.

Teachers and staff choosing to leave the district because of this conflagration — You will be sorely missed. I hope you will be replaced by others with your courage and conviction.

Teachers and staff remaining in the district — This struggle is only over if you let it be.

Never fear veiled or open threats of recrimination for expressing your views.

Some attempt at compromise in this matter has occurred. I can only hope it is not merely the political gesture that is all too readily given and accomplishes nothing.

Ramsay Mohr Hotchkiss

Shame on the school board Dear Editor: When are the parents of Delta County Schools’ children going to stand up to our politically motivated, fiscally irresponsible, power centric board of education? I remember Tom Mingen’s statement (at the public forum) that all three superintendent candidates were fully qualified and the district was lucky to have three top candidates to choose from. What happened?

Did they magically lose their qualifications at midnight?

Wasn’t it the board of education who insisted on a CASB process that cost the district thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours of lost productivity? Travel expenses and lodging for the candidates? How do they justify this waste?

Where is the board’s accountability to the

voters of Delta County?

Obviously they are not concerned with being fiscally responsible. They don’t value dollars, time or process. Transparency is non-existent.

Why isn’t anyone asking why Dr. Perry withdrew his candidacy? Perhaps it is the board who isn’t the right fit, not the candidates. Why aren’t Mr. Reed and Mr. Doss a right fit? Or is the real issue that the board must be in total control and don’t have a willing puppet to manipulate?

Students, parents and the communities that comprise Delta schools have been duped, cheated and misled by a board intent on micromanaging every aspect of the district.

Shame on you all — it is time to recall.

Jeremy Smith Delta

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Delta County Independent

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

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BLM defers sale

FROM PAGE A1 In state Legislative District 61, which includes most of Delta County east of Delta, Debra Irvine of Summit County faces David Justice of Gunnison County in the Republican primary.

In Legislative District 54, which includes the City of Delta, Jared Wright of Fruita is running without opposition in the Republican primary.

Bruce Hovde, county commission district #2 incumbent, also has no primary opposition.

of chemicals as called with an existing program FROM PAGE A1 said BLM director Bob for in the proposed rule known as FracFocus.

Abbey. “The proposed rule will move our nation forward as we ensure responsible development while protecting public land resources.”

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Two local representatives, Don Coram of Montrose and District #58, left, and Ray Scott of Grand Junction and District #55, right, will no longer have Delta County as part of their districts due to state redistricting. They were honored at the county Republicans’ Lincoln Day dinner on May 5.

Superintendent FROM PAGE A1 budget without use of reserves.

“I really had not considered taking the superintendency for a year,” Doss said. “But as the board’s decision on candidates was brought forward, and as I saw how

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hard the board was trying to make a positive difference in the community, I felt my expertise would maybe help them and the district when things are a bit in turmoil.

“Sometimes the fear of the unknown is the worst enemy,” he continued.

“Being known, and having an idea what’s going on, I’ve agreed to help move forward with reorganization and make this as positive a situation as we can.”

The school board is still interested in recruiting a superintendent, but will wait until the timeline more closely matches the movement of school administrators in the summer, during the gap between school years.

“We’re also still moving on appointing an assistant superintendent and a human resources director,” Mingen said.

Caryn Gibson, who is currently serving as human resources director, will resume her previous post as director of Delta-Montrose Technical College.

The initial timeline for hiring an assistant superintendent has been modified, Mingen said.

Applications are currently being accepted for both assistant superintendent and human resources director and will be reviewed by a panel of district staff led by Dr. Doss. They will narrow the field to two or three finalists for interview by the school board. Mingen anticipates those interviews will be conducted the week of May 21.

Normally the superintendent, not the school board, would handle the hiring of an assistant superintendent and human resources director.

However, it’s possible that either of those individu-

als could be promoted to superintendent. “We really want to make sure we get the right two people in those jobs,” Mingen said.

“We’re still going to go

Dr. Jerre Doss

through the recruitment process, but we want to test their mettle, to see if they would or could step in as superintendent.”

During a budget work session last Saturday, the school board discussed the responsibilities of other directors in conjunction with reorganization of the district office.

“Ultimately it amounts to a lot of money,” Mingen said. “The bottom line is, do you put the dollars in the district office or do you put them in the classroom?”

The district office will have to be lean and mean to keep schools supported at the appropriate level, he added.

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During a budget work session Saturday, May 5, school board members focused their discussion on ways to balance the 2012-13 budget without using reserve funds.

Reorganization of personnel at the district office is a key element of that effort, Mingen said.

Other proposals, which will be incorporated into the budget which is being finalized for a public hearing on May 15, include: • The transportation fee will likely be dropped after one year of implementation.

• The sick leave policy is being modified with the goal of keeping teachers in the classroom.

• All employees will receive a 1 percent bonus.

Salary increases are not considered feasible at this time.

• Two elementary level teachers will be added in Delta.

With these measures, plus the reorganization of the district office, Mingen said he believes the budget can be balanced without the use of any reserve funds.

“We realize we need to balance [per pupil] spending throughout the district,” Mingen said.

“Rather than take away, our intent is to add more teachers in the Delta elementary schools.”

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They go on trips, learn about nature and science, and explore the arts and their communities. Girl Scout Daisies can also earn Learning Petals and receive participation patches.

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PEOPLE IN THE NEWS Lauren Hofman Sommerer has been named Master Teacher of the Year by Concordia University. She was honored May 5 at the commencement ceremony in Seward.

A 1988 graduate of Delta High School, Sommerer is the daughter of Pastor Marion and Nancy Hofman. She graduated from Concordia in 1993.

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Two for one When you buy a ticket to the May 12 Tea and Treats concert hosted by the Lee Marts VFW Post, you buy a musical Mother’s Day gift as well as a gift for the ladies of the Lee Marts Auxiliary. Their goal is to raise money for their new location in North Delta. They want to establish a Family and Veteran Center and funds are needed to upgrade and renovate the facility. Get your tickets at the Finishing Touch in Delta or the Gazebo Florist in Cedaredge. The cost is $10 in advance or $12 at the door. Kids 2 and under are free. Tea and Treats takes place Saturday, May 12, at the Delta Elks Lodge. Show time is 2 p.m.

Delta author debuts novel Marne Ann Kirk has a fascination with romance and mythologies. Her passions are combined in her debut novel, “Love Chosen, Book One of The Fae Dragon Chronicles,” which is now available.

She’s at work on “Love Dared, Book Two of The Fae Dragon Chronicles,” and “Goddess on the Run,” book one of her paranormal romance series, The Holy Water Warriors’ Tales, will be available this summer from Crescent Moon Press.

Kirk will be signing books with Betsy Dornbusch, who also writes a fantasy series, on Saturday, May 12, at Artist

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Michael’s Coffee House & Gallery, 326 Main Street in Delta. Come by, visit with the authors from 9 a.m. to noon, and pick up a book or two. Later that afternoon, Dornbusch and Kirk will be at Hastings Bookstore, 2401 North Avenue in Grand Junction, from 2 to 4 p.m.

On Mother’s Day, May 13, they’ll at The Coffee Trader in Montrose, 845 Main Street, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They would love to chat about their stories and the writing process.

Marne Ann Kirk grew up wild, running and exploring the vast high deserts and mountains of Idaho, Montana, Utah and New Mexico, but she always came home to Delta. As a child she loved making up stories and, well, lied about everything. She grew out of the lying stage; now she calls it storytelling. She’s the vice president of Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, secretary for the Future,

Alex and Denise Seitz of Delta are the parents of a daughter, Avery Elizabeth Seitz, born May 3, 2012, at Montrose Memorial Hospital. She weighed seven pounds and was 19.25 inches in length.

Her paternal grandparents are Philip Seitz and Jane Seitz of Delta; her maternal grandparents The sons of Mark and are Kent and Suzanne Susie Fuller are planning Telinde of Delta. to ride the Iron Horse Danielle and Travis Bicycle Classic from Toombs of Montrose are Durango to Silverton. The the parents of a daughter, event takes place over Trinity Marie Toombs, Memorial Day weekend, born April 28, 2012, at which corresponds to the Delta County Memorial one-year anniversary of Hospital. She weighed 8 Susie Fuller’s death after pounds and was 20 inch- a long, courageous battle with cancer. es in length.

Phil Fuller has registered the crew as a “Livestrong” team under the name “Team Susie Fuller.” The Livestrong

Marne Ann Kirk

Fantasy and Paranormal Chapter of Romance Writers of America, she volunteers for Crested Butte Writers Conference, and teaching writing classes at various conferences. She and her husband, Mitch Kirstatter, have seven children, two grandsons and a small herd of dogs to keep life interesting.

For more information, visit www.marneannkirk. com or www.cowboysn dragonscafe.blogspot.com.

Johnson, Dale wed in Loveland Ron Johnson and Hope Dale were married May 5 at the McCreery House in Loveland.

The bride is the daughter of the late Tony Dale and Bonnie Garrett, both of Fort Collins.

She attends Front Range Community College.

The groom’s parents are the late Chester Hudson of Altheimer, Ark., and Ida Peterson of Pine Bluff, Ark. He attended the University of Colorado and is now a sports writer for Bleacher Brothers.

Fuller sons plan tribute bike ride

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Learn about strokes In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month, MMH presents a free community lecture, “What Everyone Needs to Know About Strokes” on Thursday, May 10. The lecture begins at 6 p.m. in the MMH conference rooms.

Strokes can be scary, unpredictable and devastating events. They are also mostly preventable!

During this dynamic presentation, you will learn several key things about strokes: • What a stroke is and what happens during a stroke • Risk factors for stroke • Stroke prevention tips for yourself Presenter Lee Shaughnessy is the community education manager at the Colorado Neurological Institute Call Mary Rasmusson, RN at Montrose Memorial Hospital with any questions, 2522647. Pre-registration is not required.

Foundation raises money for programs that support cancer survivors.

Anyone interested in supporting this tribute to Susie Fuller can go to www.livestrong.org, click on “Donate,” then “Support event participants,” then “participant search.” Select the event “Iron Horse Bicycle Classic,” then “search for a team,” then pick team name: “Team Susie Fuller.” Donations are fully tax deductible and you can put in your name and a message to share if you want, or you can remain anonymous.

BISTRO BREAKFAST PANINI I tried an omelet that contained brie, bacon and apples and thought it would be tasty as a breakfast panini—so I created this recipe! —Kathy Harding, Richmond, Missouri 2 Servings Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

6 bacon strips 1 teaspoon butter 4 eggs, beaten 4 slices sourdough bread (3/4inch thick) 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 3 ounces Brie cheese, thinly sliced 8 thin slices apple 1/2 cup fresh baby spinach 2 tablespoons butter, softened

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In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain.

Meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add eggs; cook and stir until set.

Place eggs on two slices of bread; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer with cheese, apple, bacon, spinach and remaining bread.

Butter outsides of sandwiches.

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Delta County Independent

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

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100 years of library services in Delta County Part 1: The Carnegie Library

BY LaDONNA GUNN Delta County Libraries

On the evening of Oct. 14, 1901, seven ladies gathered at the home of Mrs. N.E. Black and formed the Delta Federated Woman’s Club, a branch of the nationwide organization that sought to improve local communities. Recognizing that the women of Delta possessed “much ability, intellect, and enterprise,” the club decided to focus on three goals — an Andrew Carnegie library, the installation of concrete sidewalks on Main Street, and city parks.

After spending several years researching

libraries and learning that Andrew Carnegie would provide money for a library if it was built of stone or pressed brick and cost at least $10,000, the women began raising funds in 1909. They persuaded the Delta County Commissioners to donate the southeast corner of land in the “Courthouse Square,” raised $3,400 from the local community, and received $6,500 from Andrew Carnegie.

Construction on the library began in late summer 1911 under the direction of architect Oscar R. Felmlee of Grand Junction, who used local Photo courtesy of Delta County Historical Society. materials from a brick Delta Public Library, about 1916 yard west of Delta. On the evening of May 20, Almost from the begin- community. Within a few 1912, the Delta Woman’s Club proudly dedicated ning, the library had to years after opening, the the new library to the expand to accommodate Woman’s Club gave up the needs of the Delta their meeting room in the community. basement to the growing children’s department.

In 1961, the library underwent a complete remodel with lowered ceilings, modern lights and carpeting, and a new glass and aluminum the most pledges. Several out to Confluence to entry. Even with the businesses in the area enjoy the beautiful spring remodel, librarians were have stepped up to spon- weather and at the same continuously adding sor by donating refresh- time help us raise comments or prizes, includ- munity awareness and ing the Garden Center, critically needed funds Messie Jessie’s Soaps N’ to help those in need of Things, Homestead Nat- emergency shelter,” Bledural Meats, South Main soe said.

Auto Sales, Kirkpatrick Registration begins Construction Consulting, at 9:30 at the pavilion Curves, Parham’s Place, near the bridge, with the Surface Creek RepubMunson’s Main Street walk commencing at 10 lican Women will meet at Gallery, Gazebo Florist, a.m. Call the shelter hot- 12 noon Tuesday, May 15, CM Care Management, line at 773-8290 for more at the home of Norm and LLC, Cedaredge Floral information or to get a Dorothy Kehmeier, 12753 and Gifts and Clay and registration and pledge Running Deer Road, EckDodson, P.C. form. ert.

“We continue to be The Abraham ConnecTeri Stephenson, depuamazed at the generosity tion is a seasonal shelter ty county clerk, will speak of this community, and offering a warm place to following a brief business these businesses have sleep for Delta County meeting. She will report donated some fantastic families, women and on recent election legislaprizes for our walkathon men, operating Novem- tion and give information participants,” said Kathi ber-April. In the second about the upcoming priBledsoe, a board member season of shelter, 300+ mary election. Guests are for the Abraham Connec- volunteers provided over welcome. For more infortion and the walkathon 500 bed nights and 1,500 mation call Anne Snyer organizer. meals, and put in 7,000+ at 856-4780.

“We invite everyone volunteer hours.

Walkathon will raise funds for Delta County homeless Though Delta County’s homeless shelter is closed for the season, work continues in an effort to provide emergency overnight winter shelter and a hot meal to the homeless and houseless of Delta County. The second annual Have a Heart for the Homeless!

Walkathon will raise funds to continue the mission next season.

The walkathon will take place Saturday, May 12, at Confluence Lake.

Walkers may participate individually or on a team, and will collect pledges per loop. All funds collected will help house and feed those in need next November, when the Abraham Connection/Delta County Homeless Shelter reopens.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three individuals and teams that collect

Republican women to meet May 15

Refinance Before It’s Too Late.

more shelving and rearranging the furniture to house additional reading materials.

By 1984, the library was out of space, and a new addition was built, sympathetic to the Carnegie. In 2005, the need for more space was again apparent, and another addition was constructed.

For 100 years, the Delta Public Library has been an important part of the community, from summer reading programs to the latest computer technology.

The continuous use of the building as a library emphasizes Delta’s commitment to libraries.

Please join the Delta Public Library, and the Friends of the Delta Library, in celebrating its 100th birthday, Friday, June 1. The kids’ carnival begins at 1 p.m. with carnival ticket sales being used as a fundraiser. A free performance by magician Ann Lincoln will begin at 6 p.m., followed by birthday cake and refreshments.

For more information about the 100th year celebration, please contact the Delta Library at 8749630 or visit the Delta County Libraries’ website at www.deltalibraries. org.

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Unbinding the gospel: Unbinding your heart St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5th and Palmer in Delta, is hosting another book study, “Unbinding Your Heart,” by Martha Grace Reese beginning Saturday, May 19, at 9 a.m. This is the second in the series on Unbinding the Gospel and addresses the questions, “Why share our faith?” and “Why do evangelism?”

This study will be led by various members of the Presbyterian, Methodist, and Episcopal churches of Delta with Father Tom Seibert as facilitator.

Small groups will meet for six weeks of study and prayer journaling. Books will be available at the

first meeting and cost $15. This program is open to any person interested in drawing closer to God and is imperative for all

Fire destroys shed A fire reported at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 1, destroyed a shed and threatened a home at 20098 E Road near Delta.

The neighbor who reported the fire told dispatch he had seen two men in the area a short time before he spotted flames.

Delta firefighters were able to contain the fire to the shed but its contents

were destroyed. Sheriff ’s officers determined that one of the two men spotted by the neighbor was the adult son of the property owner, Mark Rovelstad. He and a companion had reportedly been using a grinder and other equipment in the shed, which likely sparked the blaze. The fire has been labeled accidental.

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE SOCIETY

DELTA 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.

LANDMARK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 12th & Grand, Delta • 874-3717 Pastor: Ken Gilchrist Sunday: Sunday School (all ages) Morning Worship Sunday Afternoon Wednesday Evening

persons concerned about growing their church.

For more information contact Father Tom at 874-9489.

9:45 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

2:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF CHRIST

860 Crawford Ave., Delta Carlos & Rosemary Sluder, Pastors – 874-0167 Benjamin y Eunice Aviña Addlescentes – 874-0517 Arturo & Alicia Carrasco, Children – 874-0771 Domingo: Escuela Dominical Predicacion Culto de la Tarde y Niños Miercoles: Family Night Jovenes

10:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

GUNNISON VALLEY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 1721 H Rd., Delta • 874-0848 Website: gvcnazarene.org Email: gvcnazarene@aol.com Senior Pastor Terry D. Hedrick Associate Pastor Edward (Mike) Sandridge Sunday: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.

Worship Service: With Worship Leader Gary Lear & The GVC Praise Team Including Children’s Church And Nursery 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday: Ladies’ Breakfast 8:30 a.m.

Fellowship & Bible Study Including Potluck Dinner 6:00 p.m.

Study Groups: Meeting at various places and times throughout the week.

We want to extend a personal invitation to everyone. Please come and make yourself at home.

“Our church could be your home.”

“We exist to glorify God by raising up Christ-centered, Spirit-filled Disciple makers.”

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Utility pole replaced Death after two accidents notice: Managing Editor

A utility pole located at the corner of 11th and Main streets was replaced last week after it was involved in two unrelated traffic accidents.

On May 1, Clinton Cottrell, 29, struck the utility pole with his vehicle. No injuries were reported and the vehicle was driven from the scene. Cottrell was issued a ticket for careless driving; alcohol was not a factor.

On May 2, the utility pole was struck by Paul Story, 68, of Montrose. The Delta Police

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH

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SURFACE CREEK

NORTH FORK

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CEDAREDGE

370 W. Main St., Cedaredge • 856-3830 P.O. Box 400, Cedaredge, CO 81413 NORTH FORK CHURCH Email: fbc@kaycee.net OF CHRIST Senior Pastor Dik Abbott 40259 M Rd., Paonia • 970-527-5443 Sunday: Sunday Morning 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening 5:00 p.m.

Morning Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Teaching Sound Bible Doctrine ST. LUKE'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Children’s Church Available “Loyal to the orthodox Christian Evening Service 6:00 p.m. faith as received by Anglicanism” 5th & Palmer St., Delta • Rector's Study: 874-9489 Wednesday: Bible Study 6:00 p.m.

Pastor Tom Seibert PAONIA FRIENDS CHURCH AWANA and Youth 6:30 p.m.

Holy Eucharist 409 3rd St., Paonia • 527-6151 and Sunday School (Sunday) 10:15 a.m.

Pastor Gaylen Kinser Order of St. Luke & Healing Service, Sunday: First Monday each month 6:00 p.m.

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 9:00 a.m.

GRAND MESA SOUTHERN Morning Prayer/Communion with NURSERY for children 19 mos.-3 years Wednesday 10:30 a.m.

BAPTIST CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL 110 S.E. Jay Ave., Cedaredge • 856-4672 for ages 19 months-adults 10:00 a.m.

Rev. Steven Puls ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

ORTHODOX Worship Service 10:45 a.m.

298 Bert St., Delta • 874-5225 Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

CRAWFORD FRIENDS CHURCH www.saintandrewsdelta.org Team Kid (Wednesday) 6:00 p.m.

Non-denominational Father Daniel Jones Prayer & Bible Study 3842 Stearman Lane, Crawford • 921-LORD (5673) Saturday Great Vespers 5:00 p.m.

(Wednesday) 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Jerry Dutton Sunday Divine Liturgy 9:30 a.m. Brotherhood Breakfast Youth Pastor JP Dutton Please call: for feast day services schedule (1st Saturday) 8:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

Fellowship Breakfast Coffee & Fellowship 10:00 a.m. (last Tuesday) 8:00 a.m. Children’s Church and Nursery 10:30 a.m. (at Ole Bakery) Youth Group and Adult Life Studies SEVENTH-DAY www.crawfordchristians.org

763 Meeker St., Delta Pastor: Seth Coridan Sabbath School Saturday Morning Worship Prayer Meetings Wednesday

9:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 1679 Pioneer Rd., Delta • 874-3444 Corner of E. 16th St./F Rd. and Pioneer Rd. Sunday: Uncompahgre Ward 9:00 a.m.

Delta Ward 11:00 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF DELTA

GARNET MESA BAPTIST CHURCH

DELTA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sunday: Bible Study Morning Worship

9:00 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Longtime Delta County resident Arthur Raymond “Ray” Meyer died Tuesday, May 8, at the Delta County Memorial Hospital. He was 95 years of age.

Funeral services are pending.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

Check out the DCI Print Shop.

Call Randy Crespin at 874-4421.

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.

BIBLE CENTER CHURCH 1117 Third Street, Paonia • 527-4629 www.biblecenteronline.com John Owen, Pastor Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Awana Clubs - Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

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!

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH

ECKERT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

HOTCHKISS CHURCH OF CHRIST 13025 Highway 65, Eckert • 835-3441 175 N. 1st St., Hotchkiss • 527-3225 P.O. Box 7 Minister Windell Howard Pastor Jo DeVinny Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday: Morning Worship: Year Round 10:30 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School during worship MOUNTAIN VIEW BIBLE CHURCH Thursday: Lazear, CO – 872-2139 Bible Study Held at Big E Market 7:30 a.m.

Pastor Jim Jesser – 323-6412 Youth Pastor Jake Erickson - 872-6329 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Morning Service 11:00 a.m.

NEW HOPE EVANGELICAL Evening Service & Youth Night 6:00 p.m.

FREE CHURCH Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.

Meets at Cedaredge Community Center Christ Centered Country Church www.newhopefree.org Independent and Fundamental Pastor Bill Williamson 856-4458 Sunday Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

HOTCHKISS COMMUNITY Children’s Church 10:45 a.m.

Nursery Available UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Men’s Breakfast 1st & 3rd Sat. 7:00 at Ole Bakery 2nd & Orchard, Hotchkiss • Office: 872-3540 Youth Groups — schedules vary Pastor John Hiestand • 872-4881 Call for time and place 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.

CEDAREDGE COMMUNITY Wearhouse hours: Monday 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

UMW Meet 3rd Saturday 9:00 a.m.

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH National Historical Register site 3rd & Aspen, PO Box 369, Cedaredge • 970-856-3696 cedaredgecumc@tds.net Pastor Deb Edwards Vickie Richards-Street, Pastoral Associate Rev. Bob Watts, Pastor Emeritus FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

OF HOTCHKISS Worship Services 9:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.

203 W. Main, Hotchkiss • Church 872-3313 Communion Worship First Sunday Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 a.m.

Zero Gravity Youth Sundays 4:00 p.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

Youth and Adult Choirs, Bible Studies, Nursery Sunday Evening Service 5:00 p.m.

OPEN HEARTS! OPEN MINDS! OPEN DOORS! After School Program (K-8) Wed. 3:45 p.m.

Adult Bible Study & Prayer Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Youth Group/Teen Bible Study Wed. 7:00 p.m.

Also offering counseling, men’s prayer SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH meetings, ladies’ Bible study, teen outings, nursery 290 S.W. 2nd Ave., Cedaredge • 210-3398 and a food pantry. Contact Pastor Jake DeField for Pastor Seth Coridan more information.

Sabbath School Saturday 9:15 a.m.

Morning Worship 10:50 a.m.

Prayer Meeting Wednesday 3:00 p.m.

863 A Street, Delta Jerry Hilterbrand, Pastor • 874-4837 Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

ST. MICHAEL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Services 11 a.m. & 6:30 p.m.

628 Meeker St., Delta • 874-3300 Prayer Meeting (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m.

Father Canice Enyiaka Independent, Fundamental Saturday: Confession 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Mass 5:30 p.m.

Sunday: REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH English Mass 10:00 a.m.

(Missouri Synod) Spanish Mass 12:00 Noon 1000 Pioneer Road • 874-3052 Daily Mass Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m.

Pastor Jeffrey Ryan ST. PHILIP BENIZI CATHOLIC CHURCH Worship Service 9:00 a.m.

290 N.W. Cedar Ave., P.O. Box 713 Bible Classes and Sunday School 10:15 a.m.

Cedaredge, CO 81413 Tiny Treasures Preschool CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING Rev. Canice Enyiaka, Pastor 658 Howard St., Delta Sunday: 8:00 a.m. Mass Rev. Kay Spinden • 874-3425 Tuesday: 6:00 p.m. Mass Sunday Services 10:30 a.m.

For more information, call 970-856-6495 COMMUNITY OF CHRIST Children’s Classes 10:30 a.m.

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

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

Ray Meyer

ADVENTIST CHURCH

American Baptist Church 4th and Meeker, Delta • 874-4893 1250 Pioneer Road, Delta • 874-3847 Rev. Alisa Secrest deltafirstbaptist.org Adult/Children’s Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

Pastor James Conley Praise Music 10:15 a.m.

Sunday: Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Child care available Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Night Church 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday: DELTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH Middle School Blitz 6:00 p.m.

Reaching the children and youth of AWANA (Sept.-April) 6:00 p.m.

Western Delta County Saturday: I Rd. & 1600 Rd., North Delta • 874-4322 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 Sunday: Worship COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN First Service 9:30 a.m.

FELLOWSHIP Second Service 11:00 a.m.

Meets at Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta Children’s Church: Age 3-5th grade Ron Howard, Pastor Childcare (infant/preschool) all services.

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

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH (SBC)

Department reports that his red pickup came to rest on its side after striking the utility pole and curb. No injuries were reported and the vehicle was towed from the scene.

Story was charged with careless driving; alcohol was not a factor.

Officers were reconstructing an accident at the corner of 4th and Main which injured Delta residents Bill and Kathy English.

The report on the twocar accident will not be released by the Delta Police Department until the reconstruction has been completed.

BY PAT SUNDERLAND

751 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8083 1065 E. 7th St., Delta • 874-0308 • Cell: 314-0116 COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday: Bible Lesson Sermon 10:00 a.m.

Pastors David & Michele Murphy 21987 Austin Road • Austin Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday: Jacopper@tds.net Wednesday: Testimony Meeting 7:00 p.m. Prayer Time 9:00 a.m.

John Copper, Pastor • 856-4675 Child Care Provided • Everyone Welcome Annointed Worship & Praise 9:30 a.m. Sunday: Annointed preaching to follow Worship Service 10:00 a.m.

Where the fire & glory of God are manifested with Children’s Church and nursery provided Wednesday: Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

GRAND MESA BIBLE CHURCH 710 Crawford Ave., Delta • 874-8315 AGAPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Pastor Gary Culp OF DELTA Sunday School For All Ages 9:30 a.m.

CEDAREDGE ASSEMBLY OF GOD 326 Main St., Suite 103 (Columbine Mall), Delta Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

1596 S.W. 9th St., Cedaredge • 856-3586 (970)201-7013 Please call for information about Bob Hillyer - Senior Pastor Pastor Jason Havertape Bible studies and Prayer times Marvin Pemberton - Assoc. Pastor Sunday Service 10:30 a.m.

Youth Pastor: Eric Musil Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Janet Noble - Children Sunday School 9:00 a.m.

FIRST CHURCH OF GOD Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m.

1102 Howard St., Delta • Church 874-4647 THUNDER MOUNTAIN CHURCH Wed. Family Night: Adult Bible Study, deltafirstchurchofgod.com OF CHRIST Youth & Children's Ministries 7:00 p.m.

Bob and Linda Aubery 800 Palmer St., Delta Men's Breakfast (Saturday) 7:00 a.m.

Sunday School Classes Sundays: cedarag.org for All Ages 9:00 a.m.

Bible Classes 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 10:15 a.m.

Worship Service 10:30 a.m.

Wed. Bible Study (Children’s church available) (Fellowship Hall) 2:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Wed. Cedaredge Bible Study (856-3854) 4:00 p.m. Weekly home Bible studies Information: 234-7816 2291 Q25 Road, Cedaredge • 856-6137 Prayer Chain Pastors John and MaryLouise Dannels Contact Janice Bridwell 874-4621 Sunday School 10:00 a.m.

Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

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

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PAONIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 2nd and Onarga, Paonia Pastor Russell Fletcher Bible Study 9:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

Youth Group 6:00 p.m.

Child care provided every Sun. and on special occasions.

ALL SAINTS LUTHERAN CHURCH, ELCA

IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

20101 Deer Creek Rd., Austin • 835-3667 (Missouri Synod) 5th & Meeker Streets, Delta • Office — 874-9501 www.allsaintslutheranco.org 5th & North Fork, Paonia delta.umc@juno.com Tom Lange, Pastor at the Northwest corner of City Park Roy Trueblood, Pastor Pastor Duane O. Daeke • 527-3232 Early Service 8:30 a.m. Sunday: Worship 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Adult Bible Class 9:00 a.m. Lent Worship Wednesday 7:00 p.m.

Late Service 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Bible Study following worship service Youth Group 5:30 p.m.

Open Communion (1st & 3rd Sundays) Visitors Always Welcome.

Communion Worship 1st Sunday

235 North Fork, Paonia • 527-3214 Saturday Evening Mass 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m.

ST. MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH Bridge & Pinon St., Hotchkiss • 527-3214 Sunday Mass 11:00 a.m.

PAONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 41012 Lamborn Dr., PO Box 932, Paonia, CO 81428 Pastor Seth Coridan • 970-210-3398 Saturday Services 9:00 a.m.

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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.

ST. JOSEPH’S TRADITIONAL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Latin Mass 59350 Carnation Rd., Olathe • 323-0243 Sunday Masses 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m.

Rosary & Confessions 1/2 hour before each mass Daily masses as scheduled

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.

Choir 7:00 p.m.

Everyone welcome

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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Community Calendar Thursday, May 10

ROGERS MESA MODERN WOMANS CLUB MEETING, 2 p.m., Rogers Mesa Community House (corner of Highway 92 and 3100 Road). For more information, call Lou Ann, 872-4816.

“END-OF-LIFE ETHICS” PROGRAM, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Hospice & Palliative Care of Western Colorado, 195 Stafford Lane, Delta.

Registration deadline: May 4. To register call, Hospice & Palliative Care, 874-6823 or Taylor Funeral Service, 874-9988.

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.

CHARLIE WINGER, AUTHOR AND MOUNTAINEER, SPEAKS, 7 p.m., Stolte Shed, Pioneer Town, Cedaredge. Slideshow, “Because It’s There - A Photographic Journey to the Mountains of the World,” presented. Hosted by Friends of the Cedaredge Library. For information, call Cedaredge Library, 856-3518.

BINGO, every Thursday, 6:50 p.m., American Legion of Paonia.

Come early for hamburgers and hot dogs. This week progressive is 56 numbers for $321, blue is 57 numbers and grey is 50 numbers for $250. For more information, call 527-6252.

May 11-13

HOTCHKISS SHEEP CAMP STOCK DOG TRIALS, all day, Hotchkiss Avenue, Hotchkiss.

Friday, May 11

CORN! by Craig Childs and Angus Stocking, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Details of their journey through madness and suffering in the monotony of an Iowa cornfield. Child care provided during event for $5 per child. For more information and tickets, www.bluesage.org.

BLACK CANYON FRIENDS OF THE NRA BANQUET AND AUCTION, 6 p.m., Bill Heddles Recreation Center, Delta. $45/person includes prime rib dinner. Silent auction, live auction and other prize tables. For tickets, call Patty, 970-210-0423 or Lisa, 970-778-3815.

OPENING RECEPTION for Hotchkiss High School and Willett’s Collection of Student Art, 6-8 p.m., The Creamery Arts Center, Hotchkiss.

Saturday, May 12

VFW FUND RAISER FOR FAMILY/VETERANS FACILITY, 2 p.m., Delta Elks Lodge. Music by Del-Rose Chorus; refreshments.

Tickets: from members of Lee Marts Post and Del-Rose Chorus, The Finishing Touch, Delta, The Gazebo Florist, Cedaredge for $10, 2 and under free. Tickets at the door for $12.

THE REDHEAD EXPRESS FINAL CONCERT OF THE SEASON for Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association, 7:30 p.m., Delta Center for the Performing Arts, 822 Grand Ave., Delta.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 6 a.m., Hotchkiss Fire Station.

UTE TRAILS CAR SHOW, 9:30 a.m., Zack’s Restaurant grass field, Hotchkiss.

BAKE SALE/CAR WASH, 9 a.m., Cruise ‘n Clean Car Wash, 2nd and Main, Delta. Fundraiser for Lincoln Elementary students travelling to Knoxville, Tenn. for global Destination Imagination competition.

PUBLIC RECEPTION HONORING long-time Delta resident Norman Shetley, 1-4 p.m., Delta County Museum, 251 Meeker Street, Delta. Hosted by Delta County Historical Society.

STAMP OUT HUNGER FOOD DRIVE, letter carriers collecting food for families in need — Bag non-perishable food items; place by mailbox for letter carrier.

5K RUN/WALK to raise money for Women Advancing Math and Science Scholarship Fund, 8 a.m., race starts at 8:30 a.m., Delta County Annex Building, Hotchkiss. Sponsored by Kappa Pi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi. FREE NIGHT SKY VIEWING EVENT and “Learn to Use Your Telescope” session, 6 p.m.-12 midnight, Orchard City Town Park (Field of Dreams), 11245 2100 Road, Orchard City. Weather permitting. Park facing out on the east side if possible. Bring warm clothing for after dark. Refrain from using white flashlights around telescope area. For more information, visit www. blackcanyonastronomy.com or call 856-7716.

ART WALK at eight different venues, 1-3 p.m., downtown Hotchkiss.

Monday, May 14

AN AMERICAN CELEBRATION practice, 7 p.m. at Austin Baptist Church, 22046 Canal Street, Austin. For more information, call Marilyn, 872-3949. All singers welcome.

DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP, 2nd Monday of each month, 2:30 p.m., classroom B, Delta County Memorial Hospital.

CAGE-FREE COMEDY IMPROV TROUPE REHEARSAL, 2nd Monday of each month, 5:30-7 p.m., Blue Sage Center for the Arts, Paonia. Open for the public to come play or watch.

Tuesday, May 15

BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL BOARD MEETING, Crawford Elementary School, 51 Fir Avenue, Crawford, 6 p.m. policy review, 7 p.m. regular meeting.

SURFACE CREEK REPUBLICAN WOMEN MEET, 12 noon, home of Norm and Dorothy Kehmeier, 12753 Running Deer Rd., Eckert.

Teri Stephenson, Deputy County Clerk speaks following a brief business meeting. She reports on recent election legislation and gives information about the upcoming primary election.

Guests welcome. For information, call Anne Snyer, 856-4780.

Wednesday, May 16

DMEA BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM, 6-7 p.m., DMEA’s Montrose office, 11925 6300 Road. Light refreshments served.

TOASTMASTERS SPEECH CLUB MEETS, first and third Wednesdays of each month, 12:15 p.m., U.S. Forest Service, 2250 Highway 50, Delta. For more information, call Tom Condos, 874-6667 or www.toastmasters.org.

Thursday, May 17

UFO MEETING, 7 p.m., 501 East 14th Street meeting room, Delta.

Saturday, May 19

PLANT FAIR, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Pioneer Town, Cedaredge. Variety of plants available at reasonable prices. Refreshments available for sale. Admission free. Proceeds given to local charities. For more information, call Sue Stanley, 874-8742.

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.

Prerounds/instructions at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Loren, 970-249-4858 or Gwen, 970-856-4157.

Sunday, May 20

VESTAFJELL LODGE OF SONS OF NORWAY SPECIAL MEETING, 2 p.m., All Saint’s Lutheran Church, 20101 Deer Creek Road, Cory (just west off of Highway 65). Brandy and Elmer Ferganchick present program with Norwegian Fjord horses. Bring a dish for the potluck Koldtbord meal. For information, call Barb, 2455649, Jenifer, 874-4604, or check www.vestafjelllodge.org.

Monday, May 21

AN AMERICAN CELEBRATION practice, 7 p.m. at Austin Baptist Church, 22046 Canal Street, Austin. For more information, call Marilyn, 872-3949. All singers welcome.

Friday, May 25

DELTA FINE ARTS SUMMER EXHIBITION OPENS, 6-8 p.m., AppleShed, 250 South Grand Mesa Drive, Cedaredge. View artworks from artists and students on the Western Slope.

Show runs through June 22. For more information, call Julie, 856-6460 or Laurae, 856-2184.

Tuesday, May 29

AN AMERICAN CELEBRATION practice, 7 p.m. at Austin Baptist Church, 22046 Canal Street, Austin. For more information, call Marilyn, 872-3949. All singers welcome.

CANDIDATE DEBATE for county commissioner and house district Republican races, 6 p.m., Orchard City Town Hall. Sponsored

by Delta County Republican Party Central Committee.

Saturday, June 2

DELTA HUBWHEELER SQUARE DANCE CLUB MEETS, 7:30 p.m., Confluence Park, Delta. All plus. Caller is Lamar Podvesek.

Prerounds/instructions at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Loren, 970-249-4858 or Gwen, 970-856-4157.

ACTIVITIES

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Learn about the impact of the Ice Age “Make Mine a Cold One” features the dual perspective of Craig Childs and Sue Ware who will take us from Greenland to Snowmass and back, illustrating the impact, importance, past and future of the Ice Age on humans and the planet Earth for the May 16 meeting of the Chipeta Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society.

This special presentation celebrates Colorado Archaeology and Historic Preservation month. Dr. Sue Ware is a research associate at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science. Craig Childs is a North Fork writer who focuses on natural sciences, archaeology, and remarkable journeys into the wilderness.

The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Montrose United Methodist Church, 19 S. Park Avenue. Admission for nonmembers is $5. Contact Tricia Winslow for more information at 249-6250.

Redhead Express

Energetic family show closes concert series From the wilds of Alaska, with a stop in Branson, Mo., the Redhead Express arrives in Delta on Saturday, May 12, to present their energetic bluegrass/gospel/ old-timey performance at the Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education. The 7:30 p.m. performance is sponsored by the Delta-Montrose Com-

munity Concert Association.

The Redhead Express sound features a wide variety of catchy original songs, bluegrass, traditional, Irish, country, gospel and old-time music.

Add clogging and family fun comedy and you’ve got a must-see show!

Tickets may be purchased at the door at a

cost of $20 for adults and $5 for students. A capacity crowd is expected, so single admission seating will not be permitted until 7:10 p.m.

New members who buy a 2012-2013 season ticket will be admitted free to this final concert.

For more information, call Bob Brown, 835-4480, Charlie Huff, 921-4142 or Sue Roushar, 249-9154, or visit www.deltamontrose concerts.com.

Norman Shetley to be honored at Delta museum Enjoy Tea and Treats

The Delta County Historical Society is pleased to announce a public reception honoring longtime Delta resident Norman Shetley on Saturday, May 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Delta County Museum, 251 Meeker Street, in Delta.

Though Shetley was the museum’s guest of honor for a Pioneer Recognition Day last November, many have requested a second opportunity to

chat with him regarding his World War II service in Europe, and Norman, as many are aware, is always eager to share his experiences. At a time when so few former WWII soldiers are still around, Shetley can still narrate his story as a living history example of a true patriot. On the occasion of another Pioneer Recognition Day at the museum, guest of honor Norman Shet-

Learn to use your telescope The Black Canyon Astronomical Society invites the public to a free night sky viewing event, and “Learn to Use Your Telescope” session on Saturday, May 12 (weather permitting). Members will be available at 6 p.m. to answer questions and offer advice on telescope set-up and observing tips.

Participants are welcome to bring their own equipment, or can just come at twilight to enjoy the views.

It’s a great opportunity to take advantage of our wonderful dark skies, receive a constellation tour and view planets, stars, galaxies and nebula.

The event will take place from 6 p.m. to midnight at the Orchard City Town Park, 11245 2100 Road. Please bring warm clothing for after dark, and refrain from using white flashlights around the telescope area. You can ask for a red cellophane covering for your lights. Park facing out on the east side if possible.

This event is sponsored by the BCAS and the Town of Orchard City.

For more information, call 856-7716 or visit www. blackcanyonastronomy. com.

ley is again being recognized for his service in the United States Army during a time of world conflict. Over 700 Delta County citizens served their country in that war; 85 of our county military service men and women did not survive.

From a teaching career in Delta, where Norman remembers teaching physical education classes in the armory, to his contribution to the Delta County Historical Society as a trustee for many years, Shetley has left a proud legacy throughout the county.

Please help honor Norman Shetley on May 12 at the museum.

On this occasion, museum admission will be free. Light refreshments will also be served.

Call 874-8721 for more information.

Lee Marts VFW Post #3571 presents “Tea and Treats,” a celebration of mom, spring, love and the USA. The event is scheduled Saturday, May 12, at the Delta Elks Lodge. A show featuring the Del-Rose Chorus of Sweet Adelines International begins at 2 p.m.

Tickets are $10 in advance and may be purchased at the Finishing Touch in Delta or Gazebo Florist in Cedaredge. Tickets will also be available at the door at a cost of $12.

For tickets, call Jim Baker at 874-8172 or Linda Stahly at 8749203.

The event is a fundraiser for the post’s Veterans and Family Center.

Mientka Trio presents a tribute to Tyme Mientka The Western Slope Concert Series presents the family viola-cellopiano Mientka Trio in three concerts — on Friday, May 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Roper Ballroom in Grand Junction; Saturday, May 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Paradise Theater in Paonia, and Sunday, May 13, at 3 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion. Tickets are available online at www.JunctionConcerts. com and at Roper Music in Grand Junction, Paonia Farm & Home, and the Montrose Pavilion. All seats are reserved; tickets start at $9 in advance and $12 at the door for adults.

The Mientka Trio consists of pianist Kathryn Mientka, her son Gabriel on cello, and daughter Stephanie on viola. They will present a concert in honor of cellist Tyme Mientka, who passed away on March 31. The concert will feature music that Tyme loved to play,

and will include a Brahms trio, Faure’s Elegy, and many gems from the romantic literature.

This is a performance not to be missed! Get your tickets early. Call (970) 241-4579 for more information, or buy tickets online at www.Junction Concerts.com.

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Photo by Pat Sunderland

CAWS for celebration Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter celebrated the grand opening of the CAWS Adoption Center (formerly City of Delta’s animal shelter) last Saturday. The Strut Yout Mutt Dog Walk-a-thon was held in conjunction with the grand opening. Some of the homeless animals that are currently living at the adoption center were able to stretch their legs during the walk-a-thon with the help of Delta High School Key Club members and other volunteer walkers.

Float trip will support local watershed conservation

The Delta County Independent publishes engagements, anniversaries and wedding stories free of charge.

It’s a dry year on the Western Slope, and water will be an even more precious resource for our communities. Join two local conservation groups, Gunnison Gorge Anglers-Trout Unlimited and the NFRIA/WSERC Conservation Center for a half-day float trip on the Gunnison River, celebrating and learning more about our water. The 13th annual River Awareness Float Trip will be Saturday, May 19.

The event includes a half-day float trip through the newly reconstructed Hartland Diversion Dam that will end at Confluence Park in Delta. For the first time in over a century, boaters can view this previously inaccessible stretch of river.

The lower Gunnison provides habitat for sensitive fish species including the roundtail chub, flannelmouth sucker, and bluehead sucker. After the float, everyone will enjoy lunch, music, riverthemed educational programs and a river gear silent auction.

You are welcome to participate in any or all of the River Awareness fun.

Join the float, or come for the Wilson’s BBQ & Bean Co. lunch and silent auction. Silent auction items include a Black Canyon Anglers fly fishing pack-

age worth over $900, fly rods, beginner fly fisherman gear packages, Paco pads, dry bags, personal flotation devices, camping gear, and much more. All proceeds of the event will go to river restoration in Delta County, including the reconstruction of the Relief Ditch Diversion.

To register, go to www. theconservationcenter. org, or call 527-5307 x206 for more information.

Sponsors of the event include Black Canyon Anglers, Jack’s Plastic Welding, RIGS Fly Shop, Delta County Tourism Board, SOTAR Whitewa-

ter MFG, Colorado Canyons Association, Colorado River Conservation District, Energywise Companies, MTI Adventurewear, Alpine Fencing and Supplies, City of Delta Parks Dept., Coldwell Banker, Colorado Realty, DMEA, Earthbound Web Hosting, Elisabethan, ERO Resources Corp., First Colorado National Bank, High Country News, High Country Printing, Louie’s Pizza, North Fork Vision Center, Revolution Brewing, REI, Sports Authority, State Farm Insurance-Kevin Parks and US Tractor & Harvest.

Save the date for Outdoor Heritage Day Save the date for Delta’s third annual Outdoor Heritage Day, to be held Saturday, June 2, at Confluence Park.

Kids can come early to participate in a fishing derby. Through Colorado Sportsmen’s Pathway to Fishing program, kids can get a free fishing pole.

Learn-to-fish stations will be set up from 8 to 9:15 a.m., and the fishing derby will run from 9:15 to 11 a.m. There will be five age categories, from toddlers to age 16.

Exhibitors will be on

hand for the Outdoor Heritage Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities highlight outdoor sports and recreation for all ages. Free hot dogs will be provided to participants who actively take part in several of the exhibitor activities. You’ll be able to pan for gold, try out the shooting gallery, practice bike safety, learn orienteering and much more.

For more information, call Bill Heddles Recreation Center at 8740923.

SCHOOL

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DMS seventh grader wins essay contest Elizabeth Ward, a seventh grade student at Delta Middle School, won the Barnes & Noble essay contest with her nomination of Julie Mottern in the “My Favorite Teacher” competition. Students who wished to enter the contest were asked to write a 500-word essay or poem describing how one of their teachers has

influenced their life and why they appreciate and admire them.

Elizabeth and Ms. Mottern were honored at the Grand Junction Barnes & Noble on April 16. Derek Carlson, DMS principal, was also in attendance for the award presentation, which was hosted

by Laura Mettauer, community relations man-

ager for Barnes & Noble.

Mottern received two sets of Illustrated Classics which she donated to the school. Elizabeth’s essay will now be entered in the regional competition.

Mettauer also recognized Delta Middle School for submitting several outstanding essays and commended DMS teachers on doing a great job!

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Winding down a great year

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Laura Mettauer, community relations manager for Barnes & Noble, introduces DMS student Elizabeth Ward and her favorite teacher, Julie Mottern.

Just before spring break, the Delta High School Key Club was able to send 14 members and two advisors to the Rocky Mountain District Convention. The Key Club has done many great fundraisers this year, and plans to do even more next year. Key Club members would like to thank their sponsoring club, Delta Kiwanis, for a successful year. Pictured are (back row, left to right) Evan King, Jake Millard, Hunter Brasfield, advisor Mr. Hamilton and Jon Shirk; (middle row) Thomas Duran, Marcus Valdez, Kaitlyn Suppes, Haley Millard and Sean King; (front row) advisor Mrs. Shirk, Ayasha Richards, Ashlee Sunderland, Alysha Richards, Tyler Werner and Cherlyn Flonnes.

DCMH Volunteers award scholarships The Delta County Memorial Hospital Volunteer organization began a high school scholarship program in 2006 with the goal of supporting local graduating seniors who are pursuing postsecondary education in the field of healthcare.

The number of scholarships and amount awarded is determined on the success of the hospital’s gift shop, which the volunteers operate.

Scholarships for 2012

have been awarded to the following seniors: Nikki Burhdorf, who is graduating from Hotchkiss High School and will be attending Colorado State University to pursue a degree in biomedical sciences with the longterm goal of becoming a pediatrician.

Mayra Jiminez, who is graduating from Delta High School and will be attending the University of Northern Colorado to pursue a degree in bio-

chemistry with the longterm goal of becoming a surgeon.

Monika Milton, who is graduating from Delta High School and will be attending Colorado Mesa University to pursue a bachelor of science degree in nursing with the goal of becoming a registered nurse. Milton was the recipient of two scholarships from the hospital volunteers; this year for the first time, the volunteers offered an

additional scholarship specifically to an individual who became a Junior Volunteer at Delta County Memorial Hospital.

Milton became a Junior Volunteer in 2011 and has volunteered 48 hours in the oncology department.

Each of the scholarships this year was in the amount of $750. The recipients will receive their award at their school’s spring awards program.

DHS

CALENDAR Thur., May 10 Fri., May 11

Sat., May 12 Mon., May 14

Tues., May 15 Wed., May 16

Senior Scholarship Breakfast, 7:30 a.m. at Bill Heddles Rec. Center.

FFA District, 7:30 a.m.; DMTC Graduation, 12:00 Noon; Track West Slope League Meet in Grand Junction.

Track West Slope League Meet in Grand Junction; Baseball District Tournament.

Senior Finals; AP Biology Exam, 8:00 a.m.; Parent Accountability Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

DHS Night of Jazz, 7:00 p.m.

Senior Picture and Awards Assembly and Senior Walk; AP Statistics Exam, 12:00 Noon.

Sponsored By:

Kevin Parks Insurance Agy. Inc. Kevin Parks, Agent Delta, CO 81416 Bus: 970-874-5701 www.kevinparksinc.com

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The following Garnet Mesa second and third grade students earned a Terrific Kid Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible citizen and student: Alesha St. Peter, Mya Murdock, Gabriela Duarte, Alyssa Bayles and Maysen Wilbur.

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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) Brayden Ahlberg and Trenton Dale; (standing) Ezria Abeyta, Kalli Carmichael and Courtney Edenbo.

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The following Garnet Mesa fourth and fifth grade students earned a Terrific Kid Award from the Kiwanis Club of Delta for their efforts to be a responsible citizen and student: Richard Torbett and Kaley St. Peter.

Check out the DCI Print Shop.

Call Randy Crespin at 874-4421.

Lincoln Elementary School’s

BOOK BONANZA

Monday, May 14 • 4:00-6:30 p.m.

Lincoln Elementary students collected over one ton of children’s books from the community and we are giving them away!

If your family needs books for the summer, come browse through thousands of books. You can take one or you can take a bunch!

We have books for readers of all ages and NEW BOOKS UP FOR AUCTION! Everyone in the community is welcome!

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NASCAR fans greet motorcyclists

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

When NASCAR legend Kyle Petty brought his charity ride through Delta last week, Don and Barbara Murdoch were among the first to arrive at Western to greet the participating motorcyclists. Don and Barbara are avid NASCAR fans and the Colorado advisors to the Petty Fan Club. When Richard Petty, “The King of NASCAR,” retired from racing in 1992, the Murdochs joined fans, family members and Richard Petty himself on a celebratory cruise.

Kyle Petty is also retired as a NASCAR Sprint Cup driver, but he

lends his support to a charity ride that raises funds and awareness for Victory Junction, a camp created to benefit children with chronic or lifethreatening illnesses.

The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is celebrating its 18th anniversary. The weeklong motorycle ride took participants across the southwest en route to the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, where the 2,500-mile ride ended on May 4.

For the first time, riders traveled “The Million Dollar Highway,” traversing Red Mountain Pass en route to Durango.

“We started this ride as a small group of friends

Knights of Columbus Delta’s Grand Mesa Council 2731 St. Michael’s Catholic Church • 628 Meeker St.

MOTHER’S DAY BREAKFAST Sunday, May 13 • 8 a.m.-Noon

All-you-can-eat biscuits and gravy, eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, fruit, coffee and juice!

Suggested donation: Adults - $5, Seniors-$4, Children under 12-$3 Family Package-$15 for 2 adults & 3 or more children

just riding from track to track,” said Kyle Petty, who currently serves as a NASCAR television analyst for SPEED, Showtime and TNT. “It’s amazing to see how this event has grown — seven days of beautiful riding with more than 175 riders helping to send hundreds of kids to Victory Junction.”

Heisman Trophy winner Herschel Walker and Top Gear’s Rutledge Wood were spotted among the motorcyclists making a brief pit stop at Western.

“The Kyle Petty Charity Ride makes a real difference in children’s lives,” said Walker, who’s participating in his seventh event in 2012. “It’s not only the kids we visit with along the route, it’s the donations that help sponsor thousands of trips to Victory Junction that make this ride so special.”

Since 1995, more than 7,000 riders have logged 10.1 million cumulative miles alongside Petty and donated more than $14.5 million to primary beneficiary Victory Junction and other charities

Photo by Pat Sunderland

Officers from the Delta County Sheriff’s Office and the Delta Police Department provided an escort for Kyle Petty (center) as his charity ride passed through Delta last week. that support chronically ill children.

A year-round camp, Victory Junction was founded by the Petty family to honor their son Adam. The facility is located in Randleman, N.C., with a second under construction in Kansas City, Kan. Online donations are accepted at www.kylepettycharity ride.com/donate.php.

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City hires recruiting firm

BY PAT SUNDERLAND Managing Editor

The Delta City Council has selected the recruiting firm of KRW Associates of Grand Junction to help find Delta’s next city manager.

Jeri Karsten, the city’s human resources director, contacted three firms recommended by the Colorado Municipal League.

Two of those firms responded, KRW Associates and Mercer Group, with bids of $8,300 and

$16,600, respectively.

Prior to unanimously approving KRW Associates at their May 1 meeting, council members noted they had used KRW twice in the past, once to recruit city manager Joe Kerby and once to locate police chief Robert Thomas. Councilmember Mary Cooper noted the last search cost the city $8,300, so it’s remarkable that there’s been no price increase in two years.

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Portia Walters Portia Margaret Walters, formerly of Olathe, died Thursday, April 26, 2012, at San Juan Living Center in Montrose. She was 87.

At her request, no services will be held. A private inurnment will take place at Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Grand Junction.

Mrs. Walters was born June 24, 1924, in Kansas City, Mo., to Dan and Bessie (Root) Rice. She

spent her childhood in Empire and Estes Park.

She graduated from Estes Park High School in 1941.

Mrs. Walters served in the United States Navy Waves during World War II. She married Joe Walters on July 25, 1947, in Aztec, N.M. They celebrated 56 years of marriage in July 2003.

They enjoyed traveling, wintering in Arizona and touring through Texas.

He died Nov. 25, 2003.

Mrs. Walters moved to Olathe in 1980. She attended Olathe United Methodist Church. She was a lifetime member of the DAV in Montrose, Delta Elks Lodge #1235 and the VFW in Orville, Calif. She enjoyed reading, watching television, her free time and eating and socializing at the senior center in Olathe.

She is survived by three nieces, Dana Gleghorn of Silver City, N.M.,

Logan O. McMurry Jan. 24, 1928 ~ April 29, 2012 Logan O. McMurry of Montrose died Sunday, April 29, 2012. He was 84.

Born Jan. 24, 1928, Logan lived most of his life in Crawford, raising cattle with his parents on their spread just northwest of the Crawford city limits on Highway 92, which included the historic old barn which still stands today and is a local landmark.

From 1967 to 1971, Logan lived on Anna Maria Island, Fla., following his marriage to Dorothy Jean Snyder McMurry, and where he worked as a welder and a diesel mechanic.

Though Logan and Dorothy Jean lived in what most would find an idyllic setting just a few hundred feet from a sandy white beach on the Gulf of Mexico, Logan moved back to Crawford with Dorothy Jean in 1971 to help his aging parents run the family ranch. In doing so, Logan not only returned to his roots, but helped his wife realize a dream she had had since she was a little girl of living on a working ranch in Colorado.

Together, Logan and Dorothy Jean worked the land side by side over the next decades, with Logan augmenting their living by hauling logs off of Black Mesa and Blue Mesa for Spencer Logging, and doing custom swathing during haying season. A kind and gentle man, Logan’s swathing jobs always

took a little longer due to his always carefully walking the fields before he cut them, so that he could mark the locations of pheasant nests so as not to harm the birds or the eggs.

Logan earned state recognition for an innovative irrigation water conservation system which he designed and built, which required extensive re-contouring of some of his fields and employed a retention pond to preserve runoff water. Logan was an avid reader, and ready to converse on any number of subjects with folks who dropped by for some welding or mechanical work. Logan kept a journal of every day of his adult life, and was in the process of writing a history of Crawford at the time of his death.

Due to his wife’s illness and her need to be closer to her doctors, Logan and Dorothy Jean sold the Crawford property and moved to Montrose in 2005. After Dorothy Jean’s passing in 2006, Logan lived with his faithful companions, his dog, Blue Belle, and his beloved Kaiser, an old diabetic kitty to which Logan administered insulin shots on a regular basis, and which owed its life in the first place to Logan having rescued it as a kitten after it had been abandoned in the snow on the side of the road.

Logan was described

some years ago by one person who knew and loved him as “a mountain of a man,” which was not a reference to his 6’4” height, but the boundless size of his character, heart and kindness.

Logan’s passing has left an enormous hole in the hearts of his family, but we take solace in knowing that he now walks fields of gold with Dorothy Jean again at his side.

Logan was predeceased by his parents, Perry and Mary McMurry; his wife, Dorothy Jean; and his brother Clarence.

He is survived by three sisters, Lois Brodak of Grand Junction, Betty Strong of Newman Grove, Neb., and Esther Smith of Aurora, Colo. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, including his nephew, Mark Ratliff of Sarasota, Fla.; and Dorothy Jean’s brother and sisters, Michael Knight of Louisville, Ky., Patricia Snyder Medley of Albuquerque, N.M., and Glena Snyder Radcliffe of Tucson, Ariz.; as well as his close friends, Bob and Heather Kuklish, and Larry and Donna Wiltse.

Crippin Funeral Home of Montrose is in charge of cremation, and a private celebration of Logan’s life will be held by the family this coming summer.

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Thelma Jane Waterman July 18, 1918 ~ April 4, 2012 Thelma Jane Waterman, age 93, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, April 4, 2012, at the Colorow Care Center in Olathe, Colo.

At her request, private family services were held in Denver, Colo., at the Fairmount Cemetery Little Ivy Chapel, on Monday, April 9, 2012.

Thelma was born on the family farm in Coryell County near Gatesville, Texas, on July 18, 1918, to parents Nathaniel Charles Jaquess and Oma Jean (Moore) Jaquess. She was the only daughter and had four brothers.

She spent her childhood in White Hall and Callahan County and graduated from Clyde (Texas) High School in 1936.

She worked at various jobs to continue her education and graduated from business school in Abilene, Texas. She met her future husband in Abilene in 1941, before he was sent overseas to fight during World War II. While he was gone, she worked in the accounting department at the W.A. Betchel Co., a large copper mining operation in Clifton-Morenci, Ariz.

She moved back to Texas in 1944 to work in the Camp Bowie Regional Hospital keeping medical supply records. The war ended, and on Oct. 14, 1945, she married the love of her life, Gerald Allen Waterman of Denver, Colo. They had two daughters and lived in the same house in Den-

ver for 18 years before moving into their second Denver home in 1964 where they lived for 40 more years. Thelma and her husband worked in the dry cleaning industry for most of their careers, often working six days a week, until they retired in 1980. They enjoyed 15 years of travel, gardening and visiting family and friends. They were season ticket holders and lifelong fans of the Denver Broncos. She was widowed in February 1995 after 49 years of marriage. Thelma moved to Sun Lakes, Ariz., in 2002, to be near family and moved again in 2008 to follow family to Cedaredge, Colo., where she lived independently in her home enjoying the deer and the sounds of Surface Creek in her backyard.

Thelma was an accomplished seamstress all of her life. She also loved her library, camping, shopping, reading, her flowers, cooking, baking (especially cakes) and doing word puzzles.

She loved her family and grandchildren dearly.

She always considered

herself a Texan at heart.

She was a lifelong Baptist and a member of the Sun Lakes (Ariz.) Baptist Church.

She is survived by her two daughters, Jane Allene Romatzke (and son-in-law, Ron Romatzke) of Cedaredge, Colo., and Linda Cheryl Lee of Portland, Ore. She had four grandchildren, Tia Capobianco (and husband Tom) of Holliston, Mass., Jon Tyler (“JT”) Romatzke (and wife, Kelly) of Grand Junction, Colo., Cassie Lyn Lee of Portland, Ore., and Chanda Lee of Portland, Ore. She is further survived by five great-grandchildren, Addie Jane and Grace Ella Capobianco, Peyton Wayne and Rory Dean Romatzke, and Sarina Faith Espinoza. She also was devoted to her many nephews, nieces and cousins. They will miss her quick mind and wit, her independent spirit and smile, and her love of her family.

Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald, her parents and her four brothers and their wives: Willie B. Jaquess, Charlie Jaquess, Joe John Jaquess and Jack Brice Jaquess.

In Thelma’s memory, a training fund has been established for the caring staff at Colorow Care Center, who became part of her family in her last months.

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Valmarie Duncan and her husband David of Placerville, Calif., and Beverly Catania and her husband Chuck of Gilroy, Calif.; two greatnephews, Robert Gleghorn and his wife Kristin of Mason, Texas, and Michael Gleghorn of Montrose; a great-niece, Georgette Buchanan and her husband Murray of Montrose; and several great-great-nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Walters was preceded in death by her husband and a daughter, Joelyn Walters.

Memorial contributions may be made to Olathe United Methodist Church, Olathe Ambulance Association, Olathe Senior Center or to any veterans organization.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory handled the arrangements.

William Healy Jr. William Albert Healy Jr., “Arizona Bill,” formerly of Boulder, Nederland, and Phoenix, Ariz., died March 17, 2012, at the Veterans Medical Center in Grand Junction. He was 67.

Mr. Healy was born May 12, 1944, in Alhambra, Calif., to William and Hazel (Hicks) Healy Sr. He spent his childhood in Portland, Ore., and Cleveland, Ohio.

After getting a degree at junior college he continued his education in engineering at the University of Colorado-Boulder on a baseball scholarship.

He joined the U.S. Marines in 1966 and was stationed in Southeast Asia. He was honorably discharged.

Mr. Healy worked for Boulder Denver Truck Line and later at Roadway Transport.

He married Maxine Stegmeier in 1969. They lived in Boulder and Nederland.

Mr. Healy is survived by his wife of 42 years, Maxine Healy; a daughter and her husband, Amanda and Ron Chappell; a son and his wife, William and Stacie Healy; his grandsons, Jared Chappell and Brady Healy; a sister and her husband, Kathleen and Greg Perkins; two brothers-in-law, Dennis Stegmeier and his wife Karen, and Dan Tomalin; two sisters-inlaw, Sylvia Lapakko and Cheryl Stegmeier; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Maureen Tomalin; two neph-

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ews, Wade Perkins and Timothy Stegmeier; and two brothers-in-law, Edgar Stegmeier and David Stegmeier.

A private military honors ceremony was held March 23 at Veterans Cemetery in Grand Junction. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 12, from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Healy home, 21578 Hwy. 65, Cedaredge, preceded by the first annual Arizona Bill Memorial Scramble to be held at Cedaredge Golf Club at 10 a.m.

Please RSVP to Mandy at (970)-640-3835 if you would like to play nine holes.

View the Internet obituary and sign the online guest registry at taylor funeralservice.com.

Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory is handling the arrangements.

Gale Dunn Gale Harris Dunn of Fort Collins died of cancer on Thursday, May 3, 2012. He was 57.

Mr. Dunn was born March 29, 1955, in Delta, to Alfred and Margaret Dunn. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Floyd Hawkins.

He married Laurie Harris in 1979 near Ward. They were married for 17 years.

Mr. Dunn received a bachelor and masters of science degree from Colorado State University and a Ph.D from the University of Kentucky.

He worked for Pennsylvania State University as an irrigation specialist on an agricultural development project, in Swaziland, Africa, for almost five years. He later attended the University of Kentucky and completed a postdoctorate at the National Sedimentation Lab in Oxford, Miss. He worked for the USDA-Agricultural Research Service as a scientist for 20 years. He enjoyed fishing, skiing, volleyball, running and biking. He was a member of Timberline Church.

He is survived by his children, Ryan and Linden, both of Fort Collins; a brother, Ron of Missoula, Mont.; a sister, Judith of Jaffrey, N.H.; and several nieces and nephews,

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in particular, Karla Weir of Lake Charles, La., and Ron Dunn of Virginia Beach, Va. Mr. Dunn was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Margaret Dunn; his stepfather, Floyd Hawkins; and a brother, Glenn.

A funeral service was held May 9 at Allnutt Funeral Service Drake Chapel in Fort Collins. A private graveside service took place.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pathways Hospice of Northern Colorado.

Kayti Dillon Kayti Lynn Dillon, formerly of Delta County, died Saturday, May 5, 2012, in Hazlehurst, Miss. She was 32.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Dillon was born Sept. 4, 1979, in Montrose, to Sandra Anderson. She spent her childhood and attended school in Delta and Montrose. She lived in Delta County before moving to Hazlehurst, Miss., six months ago.

She enjoyed photography and her sons.

Mrs. Dillon is survived by her mother, Sandy Anderson of Delta; her former husband, Gabe Garcia of Grand Junction; three sons, Dalfeno Garcia, Gallio Garcia and Zaquria Garcia, all of Grand Junction; a daughter who was adopted out; two brothers and their wives, Jared and Gina Dillon of Delta, and Allen and Melissa Dillon of Craig; a sister and her husband, Carol and Willis Barrett of Delta; five nieces; and seven nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Memorial contributions may be made to House of Promise in Olathe.

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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Honoring the Memory of

Rick Isom December 1, 1949 – May 11, 2007 Memory can tell us only what we were, in company with those we loved; it cannot help us find what each of us, alone, must now become.

Yet no person is really alone; those who live no more echo still within our thoughts and words, and what they did has become woven into what we are.

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County administrator Susan Hansen to retire

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Susan Hansen, Delta county’s administrator for 20 years, announced her retirement at a staff meeting May 2. She plans to retire in September.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Susan Hansen with her grandchildren in 2006 after being named County Administrator of the Year by the trade organization Colorado Counties Inc. Her tenure as the county’s top official has seen many changes to county government and challenges overcome.

The county’s population grew from 19,000 to over 30,000 during her years with the county.

She is credited above all else as the guiding influence that has steered the county’s public business away from financial distress in the current downturn.

Commission chair Olen Lund said, “We really can say we owe the financial stability of the county to her.”

County finances under Hansen’s administration have pursued a disciplined approach of maintaining adequate cash reserves and low-to-no debt.

Commissioner Doug

Atchley said, “Her conservative management and budgeting skill have marked the outstanding job she has done, in my opinion.”

And while financial successes during recent tough times stand out, Hansen’s work and influence have extended far beyond the normal budget work sessions and administrative routine.

“One of Susan’s most outstanding achievements involved the coal industry,” states the nomination letter for her 2006 honor of County Administrator of the Year. “Susan encouraged the county to assume a leadership position in a volatile situation between the industry and environmental groups in the North Fork Valley and resolve issues by cooperation and collaboration rather than by competition and litigation.”

The result of the work was the North Fork Coal Working Group and a $6-plus million project to improve safety of railroad

grade crossings – a project credited with undoubtedly saving lives here.

Commissioner Bruce

Hovde said, “I am going to lock the door and keep her here for at least the next five years. Susan

has served Delta County with distinction for over 20 years, and the amount of knowledge that she has

is beyond comprehension.

I have never worked with anyone as competent and unbiased as Susan is.”

Center for Mental Health receives national award for technology use The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare (National Council) recently presented seven individuals and organizations with Awards of Excellence at its 42nd National Mental Health and Addictions Conference in Chicago.

The awards, the most prestigious in behavioral healthcare, recognize innovative and inspirational work happening in behavioral health organizations nationwide.

“The honorees have set themselves apart through exemplary service to some of our most vulnerable citizens, truly changing the lives of children, adults, and families

with mental illness and addiction disorders,” said Linda Rosenberg, the National Council’s president and CEO. “Their tireless efforts have put many people struggling with mental illness and addictions on the road to recovery.”

The Center for Mental Health, providing behavioral healthcare to the six counties of Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel, was the recipient of the National Award for Excellence in Health Information Technology.

The award was given for “the development of the center’s Patient Tools technology that more suc-

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Jon Gordon, executive director, The Center for Mental Health, is pictured above with Patsy Boyle, deputy director of clinical programs, The Center for Mental Health; Mary Gnandt, community/integrated services program director, The Center for Mental Health; Ed Hagins, clinical program director; and Carl Clark, president of the board, The National Council.

cessfully screens people for behavioral health concerns in a variety of settings. The hand-held electronic tablet uses trigger logic, screening metrics, assessment metrics, and key questions in a digital patient-client interview. The assessments are completed by the client and automatically scored, producing results within seconds.

The innovative tablet has helped the center make tremendous progress in identifying and treating behavioral health illnesses that would otherwise have gone undiagnosed and untreated — perhaps for a lifetime.”

Jon Gordon, executive director for the Center for Mental Health, accepted the award in Chicago.

The award came with a $10,000 check to the organization. In receiving the award, Gordon stated, “This is a tremendous recognition for a small rural organization such as ours as we are one among thousands across the country.

We are indeed both proud and humbled by the recognition of our efforts to bring mental health care and substance abuse care to those who need us the most.”

The center is using the award winning technology to screen individuals for mental health or substance abuse issues in integrated settings such as in doctor’s offices, jails, and school based health clinics as well as the center’s offices. The

center will use the money to augment the use of Patient Tools technology in the Pediatric Associates clinic both in Montrose and Delta where, last year alone, 4,587 individuals were screened for behavioral health concerns. Of those screened, 518 had a positive screen and all but a few participated in therapy. In the jails, nearly 90 percent of inmates screened for behavioral health concerns had a positive screen. A full 100 percent began receiving treatment while incarcerated.

The actual Patient Tools tablet is approximately the size of a textbook with a large LCD screen and operates much like a banking ATM machine. Patients read easy-to-understand questions on the screen and answer by pressing the response buttons.

Depending on the screening resource used, the branching ability of the tablet allows for more in-depth questioning when an answer raises a concern. In addition to assessments, the Center uses Patient Tools to complete client satisfactions surveys. Surveys provide real time data as to the client experience and help the center improve programs and services in a timely manner. A single survey tablet can screen five to ten clients per hour and one docking station can service two or more survey tablets.

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Sheena Swain opened the salon at 438 Dodge Street. For 31 years, that location was home to the Family Hair Barn. With just a few minor upgrades, Sheena and her stylists are ready to welcome clients.

“I have always wanted to own my salon,” said Sheena, who has been doing hair for about eight years. Her dream was put aside for a couple of years when she and her family moved to Montana. Now they’re back and Sheena is excited to get back in the game. While she loves doing hair, she is also intrigued by the challenges of being a business owner. She is already planning to expand into spa services — in the meantime, she and her employees can take care of all your hair and nail needs.

Elizabeth specializes in men’s haircuts but also has lots of experience in colors. Sue, the nail tech, has been doing pedicures and manicures for over 15 years. She is also experienced in permanent make-up and electrolysis.

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Hotchkiss welcomes dog trials Stock dog trials and much more to do this weekend in Hotchkiss

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

It’s been nine years since the stock dog trials were brought to Hotchkiss by Richard and Marilyn Bailey. This annual event celebrates the intelligence and cunning of stock dogs in rounding up sheep during competition.

There will be categories for nursery, novice and open classes. Every skill level will be tested before a judge, fellow handlers and spectators.

The Hotchkiss Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials will run from Friday, May 11, through Sunday, May 13. The trials are held in a pasture owned by Dick Hotchkiss and family on Hotchkiss Avenue just one block south from downtown.

The yearling ewes are furnished by Larry Allen and

Photo by Kathy Browning

Border collies, sheep and stock dog handlers will assemble for three days of skill and action during the Hotchkiss Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials this Mother’s Day weekend. Add to that many other activities for the entire family to enjoy. family.

There will be sheep shearing demonstrations throughout the day on Saturday plus other demonstrations and sheep camps. The TDS Shepherd’s Award artwork will be available in posters and on the official T-shirts.

Food is available at the event site and at downtown restaurants.

The spectator entry fee to the trials is $4 on Friday and $5 Saturday and Sunday. The runs start at 8 a.m. Friday and 7 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

During the weekend lunch breaks there will be a judged demonstration explaining what is happening step by step and what errors by the handler and dog are taking points away from their total score.

Les Mergelman is the dog trials announcer. He always provides excellent insight about what is happening.

He has announced every dog trial since they started in Hotchkiss.

Bill Berhow is the judge for this year’s trials. He has trained sheep dogs and participated in dog trials for over 30 years. He is a three-time USBCHA National Champion and four-time Reserve Champion. He has also won the Meeker Classic Championship three times.

“I have worked under him several times when he judged,” Bailey said. “I feel he’s a very, very good, wellqualified judge.

And he’s fair.”

There’s always a lot of interest in being in the trials.

“We’ve had to turn down 15 to 20 dogs this year,” Bailey

said.

Richard and Marilyn Bailey are grooming Gordan and Cheryl Hebenstreit to take over some of the duties of the dog trials. Gordan is the new president for the trials.

Cheryl organized the art competition.

“Richard is the stock dog trials. It’s his baby,” Gordan said.

This year, Hebenstreit reports there will be 44 handlers from eight states. Each handler can enter up to three dogs. There are 15 nursery dogs, five novice handlers and 30 pro novice entries and 38 open entrants. The open entrants are the elite handlers and dogs. There are a total of 88 dogs for the competition.

Bailey is planning a surprise layout of the course for Sunday’s trials. “I like to keep something different each year,” he said.

“If anyone can do a dance for good weather for those three days, I’d like them to show up,” Bailey said. Over the nine years, there was only DOG TRIALS TO B2

Deferral seen as grass-roots victory BLM pulls all North Fork oil/gas lease parcels from August sale to allow time for further studies

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

The May 2 announcement by the Bureau of Land Management to defer all 22 parcels from the Aug. 9 oil and gas lease sale caught many by surprise. It was so surprising, some were having a hard time believing it was really true.

“I’ve been in such shock it’s been hard to have an opinion.

I’m very, very happy,” Kari Schoonhoven said, Sarah Sauter, executive director of NFRIA-WSERC Conservation Center (NWCC) said, “I still don’t know if it’s sunk in. We had no idea this was going to happen. We’re so happy that the BLM has done the right thing, and they are going to take the time to evaluate the legitimate concerns that have been raised by the valley.” She added congratulations and thanks to all those in the community. “This is the definition of a grass roots effort. There wasn’t one thing, one person or one organization responsible. It was everybody. That’s what makes this victory even sweeter.”

A NWCC press release stated, “Today’s victory belongs to the thousands of commu-

nity members who spoke out in a unified voice about the August lease sale. We also owe our appreciation to Senators Michael Bennet and Mark Udall, the BLM’s South West RAC, and everyone who volunteered and submitted comments.”

Paonia trustee Larry Wissbeck said, “I’m obviously delighted. I’m reluctant to let my guard down. It just seemed so sudden . . . I wonder what’s afoot here? The people of Paonia and the North Fork Valley should be patting themselves on the back for what they were able to accomplish with the letter writing and all the objections.”

“This is a tremendous victory for the people of the North Fork Valley and it’s proof that we can have an impact,” said Daniel Feldman, chairman of the board of directors of Citizens for a Healthy Community (CHC). “We appreciate that BLM made the right decision and listened to the overwhelming public opposition to the lease sale. We would also like to thank State Senator Gail Schwartz, and U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and Mark Udall for their attention and support throughout this process.”

CHC cautions, “The choice to defer the lease sale, rather than permanently removing this land from consideration, leaves the door open for BLM to develop this land in the future.”

Feldman continued, “The decision today is not the end of

the fight to protect the North Fork Valley from irresponsible oil and gas development.

The BLM now needs to ensure that all of the North Fork Valley is permanently protected from oil and gas development through the revision of the Resource Management Plan.”

Ed Marston responded, “I am amazed at the impact a few thousand motivated individuals can have on the federal government. Democracy can work, but it has to be

made to work.”

Jim Brett said, “I’m so glad the right decision was made at this point to defer all those parcels. There were enough substantive comments people made, I’m glad someone actually took a look at that and made a proper decision. I don’t know if our interaction with our U.S. senators had an influence there. I would like to think so.”

Barb Heck exclaimed, “Hot dog!”

Ullie Lange said, “I hope that it doesn’t show up again.

I’m sure it will. I’m still of the opinion it’s nothing to worry about. I’m of the firm belief that in the area of Crawford, Hotchkiss and Paonia, there’s no gas.”

Brent Helleckson said, “I was very thankful that the public process, although it was very messy and difficult, has actually worked. That the BLM got input they hadn’t BLM DEFERS TO B2

Photo by Kathy Browning

HHS prom royalty crowned Last Saturday night at Hotchkiss High School after the grand march through Candyland the 2012 prom royalty was announced. They are (left to right) King Edgar Macias, Queen Brandy Dutton, Prince Conner Beard and Princess Rhiannon Hart.

Roadless Rule choice is made

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

May 2 was quite a day for announcements affecting the North Fork Valley. Last Wednesday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced the release of the final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the final Colorado Roadless Rule.

Conservation of 4.2 million acres of National Forest roadless area in Colorado will be protected by the preferred alternative identified in the FEIS. The U.S. Forest Service and State of Colorado worked seven years on the final Colorado Roadless Rule.

“When finalized, this rule will provide a lasting commitment for the protection of roadless areas on our national forests, areas vital for water conservation, wildlife and for outdoor recreation,” said Vilsack.

“Colorado’s roadless areas are also important for economic growth and development, providing opportunity for tourism and job development in rural

communities.”

Gov. Hickenlooper said, “The new roadless rule represents a characteristically Colorado achievement . . . The rule enhances all that makes Colorado special while at the same time providing a measure of flexibility that supports local economies and ensures communities can take steps to protect themselves from threats of wildfire.”

“The alternative in the FEIS and the associated final rule language would increase protection for the unique values of Colorado’s treasured roadless areas while providing flexibility in management to address the State’s interests,” said U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell. “Through extensive collaboration, the U.S. Forest Service and State of Colorado have developed a final rule that is the right prescription for the State’s highly-valued forested lands.”

During the rulemaking process from July 2006 to April 2011, people from across the country provided their opinions during five public com-

ment periods resulting in more than 310,000 comments.

The final Colorado Roadless Rule will be finalized a minimum of 30 days after the FEIS is published in the Federal Register.

The preferred alternative provides 1.2 million acres in a higher category of protection than in the 2001 Rule; allows more flexibility for communities to be protected from catastrophic wildfires with provisions for hazardous fuel treatment in urban areas that are near forests; protects more roadless acres than the 2001 Rule by including an updated inventory that adds 409,500 acres not covered in the 2001 Rule and removes 459,100 acres where roadless characteristics were compromised; and addresses economic and job growth concerns by allowing more flexibility for existing ski areas and access for construction of methane venting associated with existing and future coal mining within the North Fork area.

The rule does not affect valid existing rights in roadless

areas such as valid existing oil and gas leases and the development rights or restrictions associated with those leases.

NFRIA-WSERC Conservation Center (NWCC) was involved in the roadless rule negotiations for 11 years according to Andrea Robinsong. Their long-standing position has been that they want the strongest possible protection for all USFS lands that qualify for roadless protection.

“Rather than strongly support one rule over another, we have supported those elements of each that are best for our roadless areas,” she said.

NWCC has supported the North Fork Coal Exclusion Zone. “We don’t want the North Fork coal mines to shut down and devastate the local economy. The Exclusion Zone, acreage within roadless areas where the coal mines can build temporary roads that will allow them to vent methane gas from the mines under the roadless areas, has had a reduction in size since the draft version came out,” Robinsong said.

Robinsong predicts that

other conservation groups may sue over the Exclusion Zone and over gap leases which occurred with the change in administrations between President Bill Clinton and President George W. Bush. “Our legal colleagues think that there will not be an opportunity for group suits concerning gap leases. They think that each gas lease parcel in question may have to be sued over individually. Obviously, the Conservation Center will not be in a financial position to sue. There will be lawsuits filed by other groups and those will eventually decide the fate of the gap leases.”

Representatives of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CAA) spent “seven years ensuring the needed flexibility of motor vehicle and equipment use for grazing permittees as a vital component of Colorado’s Roadless Rule.”

CAA points out that “the rule specifies that livestock grazing and permit renewal were found to be outside of the scope of decision to be made by this rule. In other words, liveROADLESS RULE TO B2

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BLM defers FROM PAGE B1 considered. . . And that led them to stop the process.”

Mike and Tensi Campo carried a “No Fracking” sign at the rally held at the BLM Uncompahgre Office in Montrose on the last day of the first public comment period. “Well naturally we are thrilled.

We hope it means forever.

But nothing is forever,” Mike Campo said.

Hotchkiss Mayor Wendell Koontz said, “I think it’s a good idea as they update their Resource Management Plan. It’s not going to hurt to wait

and get this done right.

I’m in favor of this.”

Real estate broker Bob Lario said, “I applaud the BLM for making that decision and for finally listening to the community because the community’s response was so overwhelming. I’ve never seen the community come together so strongly over an issue. . . I think it’s a proud day for the community. People came together and rallied together from all walks of life together.

We took action and accomplished something. And personally for myself and my fellow realtors we are

really enjoying spreading the word to many prospective buyers who have been waiting to see how this all shakes out.”

James Cooper, president of Oxbow Mining took the opposite view that the BLM did not do their duty. “That’s not supposed to be public opinion. [BLM is] obligated to the citizens of the United States — it’s just not the people in Paonia or locally that own those reserves — the BLM is obligated to do those resources for the best of the public in the United States. I don’t think it was right at all.

tion.” He added, “The more than 1,000 mine workers who stood to lose their jobs under a federal rule adopted more than eleven years ago thank the Forest Service for its decision.”

Hotchkiss Mayor Wendell Koontz said, “I think the Colorado Roadless Rule being enacted is a great thing not only for the state but for the North Fork and the North Fork mines. I can’t wait until we can get this thing going full time.”

President of Oxbow Mining James Cooper does not believe the Colorado Roadless Rule will be good for coal mines in Colorado.

“The task force that worked for 18 months to develop a Colorado Roadless Rule [developed] one rule. What’s posted today is a different rule. To me it removes a whole lot of potential for Delta County.

The people in Delta County ought to be concerned about it.”

Cooper continued, “It is good for Arch Coal Company and Oxbow right now.

But that’s just these two mines. It cuts a whole lot of reserves in Delta County [making them] unavailable for development in the future.”

“The ‘environmen-

tals’ hit Denver and Gov. Hickenlooper, and then they went to Washington, D.C. There have been well over 700,000 acres added to that since the Colorado Rule was publicly put out for public comment. We don’t think it’s right,” Cooper said.

Oxbow and West Elk are two of only three active coal mines in the state affected by the Colorado Roadless Rule. The rule will not affect Bowie Resources or the proposed mine at Oak Mesa.

“The problem is the roadless area was supposed to take a look at the resources that were available for development . . . but they added all those acres in and they are The Grand Mesa Norall in Delta County,” said dic Council, which is Cooper holding its annual meeting on May 8 at the Bill Heddles Recreaton Center in Delta, is looking for volunteers to serve on In the May 2 DCI its board of directors. The article, “27,000 chickens meeting begins at 6:30 arrive on Powell Mesa,” p.m. the number of chickens The Nordic Council and the delivery date was is seeking Nordic skiing wrong. Western Slope enthusiasts and expeLayers’ receipt states that rienced leaders in the 15,000 chickens arrived community, business or on Thursday, April 26, non-profits from Mesa not May 26. or Delta counties. PreviWe regret the errors. ous board experience is

Roadless rule FROM PAGE B1 stock grazing would have no negative impact on the conservation and characteristics of Colorado roadless areas.

“The preferred alternative ensures the use of motor vehicle and equipment, according to forest and travel management decisions; as long as vehicles and equipment are ‘trailed’ in rather than requiring road construction.”

Another group praising the final Roadless Rule is the Colorado Mining Association (CMA). Their statement said the “Final Environmental Impact Statement will pave the way for approval of a Colorado rule that will preserve jobs for citizens of coal producing communities in rural Colorado.”

CMA president Stuart Sanderson said, “The Colorado rule is the right choice for Colorado. Out of more than 4 million acres affected, the Colorado rule will allow for limited mineral development on about 19,000 acres of land essential to continued mining in Gunnison and Delta counties, which account for more than 40 percent of the state’s coal produc-

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I think it was political.

It was people hollering at Sen. Udall and Ken Salazar, and I think the wrong thing happened . . . It’s not supposed to be mob reaction. When the EA came out, they could have opposed the lease. They could have appealed the lease, just as all leases have been appealed over and over by Wildearth Guardians and other people. I don’t think BLM did their job. And they will get a letter from me saying that.

“The history of this valley has been orchards and coal mines. I don’t think the coal mines have killed the orchards that are here. I think people are sounding off on a personal thing that they like or don’t like. I don’t think it’s based on science at all.”

Cooper believes that all the reports about problems with fracking have been checked out by the government and proven that the problems were “not associated with drilling or were a hoax.”

“I do believe the environment has to be considered and everything has to be done in an environmentally responsible way,” Cooper said.

FROM PAGE B1 one time it rained during the trials.

The Hotchkiss Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials are lots of fun to watch.

“There’s only one thing more fun than watching it. It’s doing it,” Bailey said.

Among the other activities during the stock dog trials are these: Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Hotchkiss branch of the First State Bank of Colorado invites everyone to a free cookout.

There will be community-wide yard sales Friday through Sunday.

Saturday, meet at 8 a.m. at the Delta County Annex Building for the Kappa Pi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Third Annual 5K run/walk to raise money for the Women Advancing Math and Science Scholarship Fund.

The race starts at 8:30 a.m.

Starting at 6 a.m. Saturday, enjoy a pancake breakfast prepared by the Hotchkiss Fire Department at their station on Hotchkiss Avenue.

The Ute Trials Car Show will take place on Zack’s B-B-Q grass area

on Saturday starting at 9:30 a.m. There will be transportation to take people from the car show to the dog trials or to downtown shops, galleries, the museum and restaurants.

The HotchkissCrawford Historical Museum will be open Friday-Sunday from 1-4 p.m.

The Hotchkiss is Happening Artists Walk will take place along Bridge Street at eight different venues. View the artwork of Daphna Russell, Tom Wills, Shannon Castle, Janice Cooper, Mary Hockenbery, Laverne Evans and Katherine Colwell. There will be artist demonstrations from 1-3 p.m. Visit www. hotchkisschamber.com for more information.

At the fairgrounds just east of the dog trials, people can watch team penning in the event arena and a rabbit show at Heritage Hall.

There will be minitours of the Hotchkiss Historic Barn on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., on the hour. LeighAnn Hunt of the Forest Service will conduct the tours.

Nordic Council seeks volunteers for board

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a plus, but not essential.

Board members and volunteers share the passion for Nordic skiing and environmental stewardship.

The board is recruiting a vice-president, treasurer, membership chair, and one additional board member. The board meets monthly on the second Tuesday of the month from October to May and alternates its meeting locations between Grand Junction and Delta.

The Grand Mesa Nor-

dic Council grooms 54 kilometers (32.4 miles) of trails on the Grand Mesa with funds donated by its members and trail users.

It employs a small staff tasked with operations and grooming of Nordic trails. The focus of the council is to promote fun, safe, diversified crosscountry skiing experiences on the Grand Mesa.

For information please contact Annie Murphy, GMNC president, at 970623-4424 or visit the website www.gmnc.org.

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Flowers spruce up downtown Hotchkiss

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

Mary Hockenbery of the Hotchkiss Planning Commission coordinated the Hotchkiss downtown planting project that happened last Saturday morning.

She worked with the business owners who

were willing to have barrels of flowers placed in front of their establishments and to take care of them.

Wine barrels were donated by Nancy Hassett from a vineyard she purchased about six years ago.

“It went so quickly. It

Clean up days planned for Hotchkiss May 15-19 The Town of Hotchkiss is sponsoring a Town Clean Up on May 15-19.

The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, May 15 –18, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 19, a.m. to 2 p.m.

You must bring your Town of Hotchkiss utility bill stub for identification to be allowed to be a part of the town clean up and dispose of items at the

old town sanitation pond property at 664 South Cedar Drive.

Go south on Cedar Drive and watch for the sign. Enter gate on right side of Cedar Drive before going over the bridge.

Items that will not be accepted are hazardous waste, liquid paint, tires, household appliances, computers and electronic equipment.

was like a whirlwind,” Hockenbery said about the flower planting.

She had one group start at 7:30 a.m. who placed the barrels in front of businesses. They also put plastic in the bottom of the barrels, weed barrier and potting soil. Then they watered the soil.

Then at 9 a.m. groups came in and planted between 15 and 18 flowers in each barrel. The flowers came from High Country Gardens who also helped with the design and planning of the project to beautify downtown.

With all the help of the volunteers everything was completed by midmorning.

This was the kick off of the Hotchkiss Downtown and Highway Corridor Improvement Plan.

The second phase of

the plan has also started.

Residents can pick up a survey at the First State Bank of Colorado, Hotchkiss Library, Car Quest, Hotchkiss Town Hall and the Creamery Arts Center. The survey asks, “What do you like about downtown?

What do you think needs improvement?”

Tom Wills of the Hotchkiss Planning Commission said the survey is divided into three areas — the core area, the area from Oak and the area from Third. At the end of the survey, people are asked to dream big and write down what they would like to see happen in Hotchkiss if anything were possible.

Then according to Wills, a plan will be written from the comments shared and based on what the town can afford to do and what is practical.

Photo by Kathy Browning

Esther and Mayor Wendell Koontz were among the volunteers last Saturday morning who made the downtown look more inviting by planting marigolds, geraniums, petunias and other plants in barrels along Bridge Street.

TOWN OF HOTCHKISS RESIDENTS TOWN CLEAN UP

Craig Childs talk set for Monday

The Town of Hotchkiss is sponsoring a Town Clean Up

NPR commentator Craig Childs, together with writer and radio personality Angus Stocking, will deliver a multimedia presentation based on a chapter in Child’s latest book project. The event is a fundraiser for the Blue Sage Center for the Arts in Paonia.

“The research for this book was grueling,” said Childs, “I’m writing about catastrophic environmental change, and traveled to places like the Green-

May 15 through May 19

land Ice Sheet and the Atacama Desert in Chile, which is the driest place on earth. I wanted to experience these places first hand. I was part of larger teams for most of those trips, but when it came to spending several days in an Iowa cornfield, during a heat wave, I couldn’t find anyone at all to go with me... until Angus volunteered.”

Childs and Stocking spent three days camping and hiking in one of

Iowa’s largest cornfields to gain a first-hand understanding of the extreme monoculture environment created by modern farming techniques.

Their trip coincided with the record-breaking heat and humidity of last summer’s “heat dome” event. “In some ways, it was the most grueling journey I’ve ever undertaken,” says Childs, “And I’ve been to some pretty rough places!”

“The humidity and

Thumb piano master coming to Paonia Zimbabwean Mbira (thumb piano) master Musekiwa Chingodza will be visiting Western Colorado and performing at Steve’s Guitars in Carbondale at 8:30 p.m., Thursday, May 17, and at Revolution Brewing in Paonia starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, May 18.

Chingodza will also offer a series of classes over the May 18 weekend.

Chingodza is touring after the release of his fourth CD, “Muronda Tsimba” and will offer beginning classes to introduce the techniques and styles of his traditional music.

The mbira is a primary traditional instrument of the Zezuru tribes of the Shona people, and has been played for over 1,000 years at religious rituals, royal courts and social occasions. It consists of 22 to 28 metal keys mounted on a hardwood soundboard and is usually placed inside a large gourd resonator (deze).

The keys are played with the two thumbs plucking down and the right forefinger plucking up.

Chingodza will teach two days of beginner workshops in singing, Mbira and Hosho (shaker). Classes will be held Saturday, May 19, and Sunday, May 20, in Hotchkiss. These workshops are sponsored by ‘Zimbabwe in the North Fork,’ a local group dedicated to promoting the traditional music and culture of Zimbabwe.

All levels welcome,

instruments will be provided. Call 970-872-4413 or visit ZimbabweInTheNorthFork.com for more information.

Born into a family of great mbira players in Mwangara village, Murewa, in 1970, Chingodza began playing mbira at age five, and says about his playing “No one taught me to play mbira. Rather, I learned by listening to other [mbira masters] as they were playing.”

Get ready for Cowboy Cook-off Pioneer Days in Crawford is less than a month away and cooks are getting ready for the Cowboy Cook-off. Two have already signed up, eight more are needed.

It’s easy, lots of fun and cooks can win one of the cash prizes.

For the cook-off, you can make beans, stew, chili, soup or other similar one-pot items. Make enough for approximately 50-60 test tasters (About 2-1/2 gallons. It may be

prepared ahead of time and simply reheated at the park. There is not electricity available, so bring your own camp cook stove.

Prizes are for People’s Choice, Judges Choice, and Best Theme.

Pioneer Days is June 9, with the cook-off set up and cooking at 4 p.m., judging at 5 p.m. and winner at 6 p.m.

Call Kim at 921-5320 or Sallie at 872-4791 for details.

Photo by Kathy Browning

Lots of music, lots of fish The Kiwanis Fish Fry was a big hit at Heritage Hall Friday, April 27. People came and loaded up on fried fish fillets, coleslaw, beans and desserts.

Scott Kolb and Friends performed many country tunes. Members of the band are (left to right) Dick Sims, Don Smith, Linda McViel, Bill Long, Leon McKinnon, Joe Busby, Jim Henry and Scott Kolb. People spent a long time looking at all the very interesting and historic photographs supplied by Danny Cotten.

heat and omnipresent corn were kind of crazymaking,” adds Stocking, “Frankly, at the time, it seemed like one of Craig’s stupider ideas. But, anything for his art...”

Childs and Stocking have fashioned the resulting conversations, writings, and video into a two-hour presentation that explores the Midwest landscape’s sudden, catastrophic transition from tall grass prairie to cornbased monoculture. Highlights include a reading from Child’s forthcoming book, video, new monologues from both writers, and unscripted dialogue.

Corn! will take place 7:30 pm, Friday, May 11, at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts at 226 Grand Avenue, Paonia,. Tickets are $15 and childcare is available at the event.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.bluesage.org or call (970) 527-7243.

Tuesday through Friday, May 15-18, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 19, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

You MUST bring your Town of Hotchkiss Utility Bill for identification to be allowed to be a part of the Town clean up.

Bring your items to the “old” Sanitation Pond site at 664 S. Cedar Dr. Drive South on Cedar Drive and Watch for the Sign.

Enter gate on right side of Cedar Drive BEFORE going over the bridge.

The following items will NOT be accepted: Hazardous Waste Liquid Paint Tires Household Appliances Computers or Electronic Equipment

MOTHER’S DAY BUFFET SUNDAY, MAY 13 Serving 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

14 miles East of Delta on Colorado Hwy. 92. Gunnison Forks Sign Turn South.

872-2525 Complimentary Favor for Mom!

GLAZED CHICKEN BREAST & HAM Includes Salad Bar, Coffee or Tea & Dessert $12.95 Adults RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED

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Planning begins for restoration of historic Hotchkiss family barn Interpretive Association assessment of the famous (WCIA) is the sponsor of barn built by Enos T. Western Colorado a grant to do a historical Hotchkiss the founder of the town.

The barn, now owned

by Dick and Janice Hotchkiss, was damaged in a macroburst in August of 2010. The storm brought winds between 75 and 90 miles per hour which ripped through the barn’s metal roof and threebrick thick walls. In the storm’s aftermath and after surveying the damage, Dick and Janice didn’t know if the barn would ever be safe Photo by Kathy Browning again.

But there are grants The rear of the Hotchkiss barn as it looked after the 2010 macroburst had hit it full force. A Save the available to do the hisBarn effort is now in place to help raise funds to torical and structural restore the barn. assessments needed and to figure what the cost would be to restore the barn, which was built in 1886.

“We are hoping to save the barn,” WCIA executive director Chris Quality Plants, Quality Products Miller said. The associaQuality Service tion assists in interpretive, educational, historical and scientific activities of publicly managed resource areas in western Colorado.

BY KATHY BROWNING Staff Writer

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This photograph of the barn built by Enos T. Hotchkiss is on display at the Hotchkiss-Crawford Historical Museum. Though solidly built, the 126-year old barn today is in need of restoration due to damage sustained in a powerful 2010 storm. Mini-tours will be given this Saturday so people can see what work needs to be done to repair the barn.

“The homestead is listed on the Colorado Centennial Farm. The farm has to have been in the same family for more than 100 years.

Most recently through the efforts of local his-

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Free your inner chicken with improv Free your inner chicken with the Cage-Free Comedy improv troupe!

They’re opening up one rehearsal a month to the public — every second Monday of the month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Blue Sage in Paonia.

Come play or come watch — it’s free, fun and liberating!

The troupe will lead energizing warm-ups and hilarious games with anyone willing to play along.

The group’s members are Amy Michelle Hoyt, Cooper Woods-Darby, Gustavo Brett, Lenore Cambria, Lisa Maddalone, Matthew Harris, Peggy Soup and Thea Deley.

“Improv is all about letting go and having fun,” says troupe member Thea Deley. “Who among us couldn’t use a little more fun in our lives, right?”

If you’ve ever wanted

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Cage-Free Comedy troupe members Matthew Harris and Thea Deley spontaneously take the stage whenever there’s a lull in life. to try improvising, or you like goofing around in a playful atmosphere, or you just want to brighten an otherwise drab Mon-

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Physics Field Trip to Denver; Regional Track at Grand Junction.

Sat., May 12

Regional Baseball at Pueblo.

Mon., May 14

BBQ Lunch, 11:30 a.m.; Awards Day, 2:00 p.m.; Spring Concert, 7:00 p.m.

Tues., May 15

Last Day For Seniors; Awards Night, 6:30 p.m.

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HOTCHKISS HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE Thur., May 10 Western Slope League Track Meet at Grand Junction.

Fri., May 11 Western Slope League Track Meet at Grand Junction; Student Art Show Gallery Opening at The Creamery, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Sat., May 12 District Baseball, TBA. May 14-19 International Science Fair.

Tues., May 15 Academic Awards, 2:00 p.m.

May 16-19 State Track in Denver.

Sponsored By:

First State Bank of Hotchkiss • First State Bank of Delta Paonia State Bank • Crawford Country Bank

On April 6, 32 students from around Delta County came to the Delta Center to compete in the 2012 6th grade spelling bee. After more than an hour, the field had been narrowed to six, then five, four, three . . . until there were only two. The two young ladies, Sami Wollert from Delta Middle School and Elliana Kuhl from Paonia Elementary, continued to go back and forth until Wollert emerged the winner.

Pictured to the right are the six finalists, (from the left) Sami Wollert, first; Elliana Kuhl, second; Santos Chavez, third; KC Carlson, fourth; Hannah Hatheway, fifth; and McKenna Palmer, sixth. The entire group of competitors is pictured below.

day, this event is for you.

Kids over 12 welcome.

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Colorado State Historical Fund,” Miller said.

The SAVE the BARN committee will be launching their campaign this Saturday. The historic Hotchkiss barn will be open for tours on May 12 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Leigh-Ann Hunt will conduct the tours.

Those wishing to go on the mini-tours should look for the poster at the Hotchkiss-Crawford Historical Museum cabin on Second and Hotchkiss Avenue. The tours will be on the hour. Tours are free, but donations are being accepted to help meet the matching funds necessary for the historical structure assessment and designs for repairing the barn. Of the $37,000 grant which will be awarded in June, should the Hotchkiss barn be chosen, one-half of the grant will have to be raised through community fund-raising activities.

This event coincides with the Ninth Annual Hotchkiss Sheep Camp Stock Dog Trials. There will be a booth at the dog trails displaying artwork done by Creamery Art Center students ages 6-12 lead by art teacher Suki Strong.

“Their works are going to be used to help raise funds to rebuild the barn,” Miller said.

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North Fork Vision showcases seniors The North Fork Vision Home and Community Program held its Senior Showcase presentations Thursday, April 26, at Memorial Hall in Hotchkiss. Vision Home and Community Program seniors must work with a graduation committee that includes staff, community members and peers who meet with the senior to document the learner’s achievements and to ensure each graduate is ready for the next steps in his or her life.

At the Senior Showcase, three talented musicians shared their musical expertise. David Bailey and Bray Munroe entertained the gathering of family, friends

and staff with an original score and performed a duet that showcased both their vocal abilities and instrumental talents on guitars. Both David and Bray will pursue their musical careers after graduation. Cory McClure is a well known young drummer in the North Fork Valley. Cory showcased his talent on the drums with an original, progressive piece.

Corey plans to attend the Berklee College of Music in Boston after graduation.

Carter Keegan displayed a portfolio of his work and gave a public presentation regarding his journey as a young adult with autism and

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North Fork Vision graduates how this journey inspired Mountain College to purTwo talented arthim to pursue a career sue a degree in animal ists are also graduating in animal welfare. Carter shelter management and this year. Dakota Brown lost his ability to commu- then plans to attend Col- joined the North Fork nicate as a young child. orado State University. Vision program this past Over the years, he has He recently received a year as a senior. He wantfound a deep connection scholarship for his volun- ed to pursue his dream of with animals that have teerism and service from being a performing artist. no voice just as he also the Colorado Council on He showcased his talent experienced. Carter will High School and College by performing the audibe attending Colorado Relations. tion piece that secured his selection and admission to the American Music and Dramatic Arts Academy in Los Angeles. He has received over $5,000 in scholarships to help him pursue his dream. Sara Mohamed also joined North Fork the Creamery, and Con- one or two of the pieces Vision last year to pursue nie is a contributing artist calls out to us. Then we her artistic dreams. She whose pillows, aprons and have to decide which one is a developing fashion other hand-crafted objects we need the most. I have designer. Sara displayed often impart cheeky mes- them all on the walls of a sampling of her designs sages into their nostal- my work room. When I including dresses, hats, gic charm. Among all become discouraged or apron skirts and clothing the wonderful creations have a block, I just look created out of recycled featured in the Cream- up and see all those great components like pants ery’s on-going student works and think ‘you silly pockets. She has already gallery, which is curated girl, you can do this.’ We shown her designs in and arranged by fellow particularly enjoy the three fashion shows, and devotee and artist Suki black and white works. several of her items have Strong, how do they man- There is one artist who is been ordered for resale. age to choose which pieces 5, I believe, whose work In addition to working to buy? we would love, but so far on her clothing designs, Connie responds, “The all her works have gone to Sara developed her busidiversity of the paint- family. We are patiently, ness and marketing items ings and the age differ- well not patiently, wait- as part of her graduation ences among the artists ing for her to saturate her plan.

Chloe Reich will also are some of the things we market.” enjoy most. We have sevThe Creamery is graduate on May 18 from eral eight-year-olds’ and located at 165 W. Bridge North Fork Vision. She an 18-year old’s work in Street in Hotchkiss. is pursuing a career in our collection. Our first It is open Wednesdays herbal healing. Chloe piece is a collage of par- from noon to 6 p.m. displayed her personal rots done by one of the and Thursday through manifesto and the core early after school classes. Saturday from noon to qualities she has develAs far as choosing which 5 p.m. For more infor- oped that will sustain piece to buy, we don’t; it mation visit the website her as she pursues her chooses us. When we walk at creameryartscenter. next steps in life. She had herbal foods and healing into the children’s gallery, org.

Creamery features high school artists in May The merry month of May brings a delightful diversity of student artwork to the Creamery Arts Center’s galleries.

The Churro gallery will feature excellent examples of art work by students at Hotchkiss High School, to wind up their school year. And downstairs, in the Peach gallery, viewers will be treated to a collection of children’s art lovingly purchased over the years by Connie and John Willitt, for their personal collection.

Everyone is invited to join in the public reception on Friday evening, May 11, from 6 to 8 p.m., and enjoy mingling with artists of all ages.

Jaimie Roeber, Hotchkiss High School’s talented art teacher, exhibited her own work at the Creamery earlier this year. Regarding this new exhibit, she says, “Half of the high school educa-

tion process is the experience. This will be our 4th annual Hotchkiss High School Art show. This is an opportunity for all of the art students to participate in the gallery experience. Students put their best piece from the 20112012 school year into the show. Then a group of artists is chosen to put the show up. Finally, all students show a little more creativity by making food for the gallery opening.

“We add one more twist to the gallery show: students get to make and experience the raku process. All together, it’s a night of celebration as we bring the year to a close.”

Connie and John Willitt’s collection of children’s work emanates out of a love for art, and a remarkable dedication to the success and mission of the Creamery itself. John is the board president for

products on display to showcase her knowledge.

Joshua Clifford also showcased his real world knowledge with his restored army jeep on display. Joshua is graduating early with over 28 credits; he was only required to complete 24 for his diploma.

He will pursue a career in the military. Joshua recently took the ASVAB and scored well, and he plans to join the Army to receive further mechanics and flight training.

Joshua also completed his commercial pilot’s license before graduating.

Kiernan White has always had a gift with technology and music.

He plans to continue his training in sound mixing and technology after graduation. Kiernan displayed a video presentation of his technological knowledge. He also has shown how he has acquired the core qualities he needs to further his education and work experience.

Kiernan’s graduation committee has required him to develop a complete portfolio of his knowledge, skills and abilities developed through his work experience as well.

Samantha Yates displayed a video presentation of her cumulative work and experiences while enrolled at North Fork Vision. She is interested in video documentary work, is an avid blogger, dedicated student and even tried her hand at teaching a math class to see if she wanted to pursue a career as a teacher. Samantha will attend college at Andrews University in Michigan after graduation.

The North Fork Vision Home and Community Program’s Graduation will be held on Friday, May 18, at Paonia Town Park beginning at 1 p.m.

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Cocker Kids’ Foundation launches new community project to honor North Fork Valley teachers The Cocker Kids’ Foundation (CKF) has announced its intention to develop a North Fork Valley Teacher Appreciation Award beginning with the 2012/2013 school year.

What group of people in any community are more important than the local teachers? We believe them to be true heroes, working tirelessly to educate our future leaders.

We believe it is time to show them our deepest appreciation. This is the final week of the 6 weeks we have been recognizing 12 different teachers in the newspaper from our North Fork Valley public schools. Each teacher was asked to tell us why they became a teacher or what they enjoy most about teaching.

Please take the time to read their stories and make a point to shake their hand and say thanks when you see them about town!

SCOTT RIENKS

JAMIE ROEBER

JAN ROGERS

DAVID SCHELLE

JODI SIMPSON

ROLINDA SMITH

Paonia Jr/Sr. High

Hotchkiss High School

Crawford School

Hotchkiss High School

Paonia Elementary

Paonia Elementary

P.E. and Weights 20 years of teaching

9th-12th Grades 7 years of teaching

1st Grade 21 years of teaching

9th-12th Grades 19 years of teaching

1st Grade 10 years of teaching

2nd Grade 26 years of teaching

“When I was 17 I coached a Little League Baseball Team and that’s when I knew I wanted a job that worked with kids.”

“My father was an amazing teacher and I saw how students looked to him for guidance. From about the 1st grade on I always wanted to be a teacher, it was in my blood.

Teaching is about the smiles, the frowns, the roll of the eyes, the crazy hugs of excitement when a student accomplishes more than they thought they could, all because I pushed the student to do their finest.”

“I come from a family of teachers. I love how teaching let’s me into the lives of little people. There’s nothing like the spark of ‘Aha!’ when someone learns something new.”

“The kids keep me young.

The kids make me feel vital and self-actualized. It’s awesome being in a culture of positive support, tough love, and daily challenges.”

“The best part of teaching is watching children recognize themselves in the books we read, the scientists who’ve changed the world and the history of the human experience.”

“I love the children. To see the spark in their eyes when they are learning something new or when they have been successful.”

DON SPOR

FRAN STEIN

EILEEN STEWART

LELA STURCHIO

MICHELLE TRACY

JASON M. YANTZER

Hotchkiss High School

Hotchkiss K-8

Paonia Elementary

Hotchkiss High School

Paonia Jr. High

Hotchkiss High School

9th-12th Grades 29 years of teaching

5th Grade 16 year of teaching

5th & 6th Grades 8 years of teaching

9th-12th Grades 4 years of teaching

7th & 8th Grades 2 years of teaching

9th-12th Grades 12 years of teaching

“I enjoy working with students and watching them learn and grow in knowledge and confidence as they become young adults.”

“I enjoy listening to and making connections with kids and their families. Teaching is about relationships.”

“I enjoy helping children discover their unique talents and ‘who they are.’ It’s gratifying to see children develop strong work ethics and the confidence needed to be successful in life.”

“What made me want to become a teacher was my excitement about teaching something I love. I enjoy most seeing students go from scared freshmen to adults in their senior year. It’s an amazing transformation that I get to be a part of.”

“I love to share information with kids! Teaching Social Studies, I like to connect the past to present and the future. The part I like the best about teaching is the ‘Ah Ha!’ moment when the bulb comes on and they ‘get’ it!”

“I had several coaches that made a tremendous difference in my life, both academically and in life in general. I felt that by being a coach and a teacher I could try and duplicate the valuable lessons that were passed to me onto students of this generation.”

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Wins hard to come by at regional tennis

CHS 4D team off to state

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

For the first time in almost a decade, Delta County will send tennis players to the state 4A tennis tournament.

The Cedaredge High School 4 doubles team of Katie O’Hern and Sierra McHugh qualified after defeating Delta’s Rachel Tallent and Emily Kuta Friday in a playback at the 4A Region 8 tournament, held May 3 and 4 at Canyon View Park in Grand Junction. A total of 12 schools competed in the tournament.

Playbacks give a player or players who lose in early rounds a chance to redeem themselves and qualify for state after the final matches have been played. Only the top two finishers advance to state.

Kuta and Tallent went into the tournamentseeded third, and O’Hern and McHugh were fourth.

Both received first-round byes.

In quarterfinals, O’Hern and McHugh defeated eighth-seed Sidney Taylor and Kellyn Alexander of Montrose in split sets; Kuta and Tallent won in split sets over Anna Wright and Emma Hagen of Durango.

In the semifinals, O’Hern and McHugh fell to No. 1-seed Steamboat Springs, 6-2, 6-2, while Kuta and Tallent defeated Vail Mountain, 6-3, 76, 7-2.

All of the matches were very competitive, said both Cedaredge coach Don McFadden and Delta

coach Christina Curtis.

“Steamboat is obviously the better team,” said McFadden, but Delta and Cedaredge “are very close” in terms of ability.

On Friday, Kuta and Tallent lost to Steamboat Springs in the finals, 6-2, 2-6, 6-1. They had the skills to win, said Curtis, but they just weren’t playing at the top of their game like they were on Thursday.

O’Hern and McHugh placed third after defeating seventh-seed Durango, 6-4, 6-1. They were feeling good and were rested, and challenged Delta to a playback.

Tallent and Kuta were tired after three grueling sets, and upset over the loss. For Delta, “There was no confidence going into the match,” said Curtis.

To play their best after a tough loss, “That’s hard to do, mentally,” said McFadden.

McFadden praised both teams for their performance. “There was a lot of good sportsmanship in that match,” said McFadden, who is finishing his 34th year and 45th season of coaching.

The state 4A tournament begins this Thursday in Pueblo.

Cedaredge earned seven points to tie with Roaring Fork for eighth place. Ashleigh Balistreri and Ashlee Love were seeded third, and defeated No. 7 Montrose, 6-2, 6-1 Thursday. They lost in split sets in the semifinals to No. 2 Aspen.

Delta ended Thurs-

day’s matches in fourth place with 23 points.

They were disappointed after dropping to fifth place on Friday, just one point behind Vail Mountain. But overall, they fared better than last year when they placed eighth, said Curtis.

“The girls played the matches of their lives,” said Curtis, whose team sent all 11 players into Thursday’s quarterfinals. Two singles Sabrina Archibeque defeated Anastasia Burgess of Cedaredge, 6-3, 6-2, then lost to top-seeded Rachel Grubbs of Steamboat, who went on to win the tournament. Fourth-seeded Diana Ortega earned a first-round bye at 3S, then defeated Amber Rankin of Hotchkiss, 61, 6-0. Ortega finished fourth after a 6-3, 6-4 loss on Friday to No. 3 Montrose.

One singles Alaisa Melgoza, the No. 8 seed, advanced after a firstround win over Roaring Fork, then lost to No. 4seed Sarai Zilm of Glenwood Springs, 6-4, 7-5.

“Obviously I would have liked to win. It would have been a nice upset,” said Melgoza, a four-year player. “But I’m very pleased with how I played. It’s probably one of the best matches I’ve played in my whole career.”

Zilm, a powerful player, was serving really well, and Melgoza answered with numerous, solid returns. “We

had some really good rallies... Some of the sets were really long and I had to run down every point.”

This year, Delta will lose 11 seniors, 10 of whom are on varsity. “It’s going to be hard next year, but I think they can do it,” said Melgoza, a senior who encourages girls to consider giving tennis a try. “Tennis is not an easy sport,” said Melgoza, who played at 2S her junior year and teamed at 1D with twin sister Asiala her sophomore year. Asiala was unable to compete this year due to injuries.

Melgoza said she never considered winning or losing in choosing to play tennis. “When you start, you really don’t think about regionals. It’s more about having a good season and learning how to play this bizarre sport.

A lot of girls end up liking it and wishing they would have come out earlier.”

And it is tough to win at regionals, since many of the schools have access to year-round facilities and tennis pros.

Paonia 1 single Annavah Kropp was seeded seventh and advanced to the quarterfinals with a first-round, 6-3, 6-0 win over Christa Beiriger of Hotchkiss. “I was slow to get started,” said Kropp, the only Paonia player to get past first-round competition. She then faced third-seed Haley Hopkinson of Aspen in the quarterfinals. It was the first

Photo by Tamie Meck

Photo by Tamie Meck

Cedaredge 2D player Andrea Bray backs up teammate Madison Hulteen as Hulteen scores against Roaring Fork in the first round of play in the 4A Region 8 tennis tournament. The 4D team of Katie O’Hern and Sierra McHugh will attend state.

Members of the Hotchkiss tennis team enjoy the sunshine on Thursday. Hotchkiss will lose five seniors, but, with 25 players out for this year’s team, the Lady Bulldogs expect another good season in 2013.

Photo by Tamie Meck

Paonia 3D players Nichelle Feryanitz, front, and Heather Wilczek play a tough match against Mariah Martin and Annaly Ruiz of Delta. Paonia will lose only three seniors. With nine freshmen and a strong junior class, they expect a good 2013 season. meeting between the two, since Hopkinson wasn’t on the roster when Aspen and Paonia went head to head. Kropp was up on Hopkinson early in the first set, but Hopkinson was consistent and never let her guard down. She pulled ahead of Kropp and went on to win, 6-4, 6-0.

“I had a lot of unforced errors,” said Kropp, who was hoping for, but not expecting, playback. “It was definitely a learning experience.” Kropp already has plans to compete at both singles and doubles in the Taco Bell Western Slope tournament this July, and will likely pick up more matches along the way.

“I think next year will be my peak year. We’ll see.”

In looking forward to her senior year, Kropp said she definitely needs to get stronger. She sees a good season ahead for her team, if they can get on the court in the off season. Paonia will lose three seniors: Kayla Wilczek, Mary Moll and Kaity Johnson.

“Next year looks good,” said head coach Kyle Banks. This year, “We have nine freshmen. We should have a pretty good team.”

Three of Hotchkiss’ doubles teams were ranked in the top four and received first-round byes.

In quarterfinals, two doubles Meaghan Wright and Kristina Deloury were upset by 12th seed Vail Mountain, 6-1, 6-1. At 4 doubles, Faline Farmer and Sadie Smith were

seeded at No. 2, and were upset by Vail Mountain, a team that had defaulted on them in head to head competition.

Only 3 doubles Ciara Beagle and Jessi Violett advanced past quarterfinals, then fell to tournament champions Summer Smalley and Brooke Metzler of Steamboat Springs.

Hotchkiss will graduate all of its singles players, Christa Beiriger, Kelsey Milner and Amber Rankin, and 1 doubles players Leah Palecki and Sidney Sauter.

Photo by Tamie Meck

Delta 1S player Alaisa Melgoza returns a shot against Sarai Zilm of Glenwood. Zilm won in three sets.

Eagles soar into regionals

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The Paonia Eagles advanced to the 2A Region 4 baseball tournament after defeating Ignacio and Rangely last Saturday to claim the 2A District 2 title.

Paonia was the home team in the opening game against Ignacio.

The Bobcats “came out early on us,“ said head coach Drew Potter. A couple of good hits combined with an error for Paonia resulted in two Bobcat runs in the first inning.

“They earned them,” said Potter. But that was all they earned. The defense shut Ignacio down for the remainder of the game, and Paonia came out swinging to take a 7-2 lead at the end of the first inning. They added four more in the second and another three in the third to end the game early at 14-2.

Rangely advanced to the championship game on a 7-0 win over Dolo-

res, with Panther Cody Denny pitching a no-hitter against the Bears.

With four league wins over Rangely, Paonia was able to put the Panthers away in five with a 17-4 win. In a repeat of the April 28 doubleheader at Rangely, Paonia got an early lead.

This was the fifth meeting this year for the two teams, and it’s normally tough to beat a team for a fifth time, said Potter, but, “Once ahead it was easy to keep the lead.”

The Eagles are now 15-5-1. They have only lost two of their last 15 games, to 4A Steamboat Springs.

Only 16 teams remain in the run for state, and the Eagles are seeded seventh. They face No. 10 Sargent (12-3) at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, at Andenuccio Field in Pueblo. Rangely (11-10) also advanced.

Sargent has most of its team returning, and they are experienced and hit-

ting well, said Potter. Sargent doesn’t post player statistics to Max Preps, so it’s hard to know who their top players are. But their one common competitor, Ignacio, lost to the Farmers in early-sea-

son play.

The winners of the Sargent/Paonia game will play either No. 2 Las Animas (19-2) or 15th seed John Mall (11-8) at 3 p.m. Las Animas won the District 6 title with a

4-2 win to eliminate fifthranked Swink.

Las Animas is a one of the best defensive teams in the state, said Potter, and their pitching is impressive. In 19 games they have allowed only

21 runs. The Eagles are the most solid offensive teams in the tournament and in the state, which should make for an interesting match, should the two meet this Saturday, said Potter.

Pam Gillenwater photo

The Paonia Eagles players, managers and coaches pose after winning the 2A Region 2 tournament in Cortez on Saturday (May 5). Paonia defeated Ignacio and Rangely to advance to the Region 4 Tournament on Saturday in Pueblo. Pictured are, back row (l-r) managers Justin Manuppella, Jesse Gillenwater, coach Don Husted, coach Bill Carsten, Keaton Kropp, Joel Simianer, Michael Wilmore, and head coach Drew Potter. In the center is Khyle Manuppella, Josh Altman, Jacob Leon, Kyler Bear, Tyler Jackson, Dustin Braslin, KC Christian, Adrian Lopez and managers Sarah Rushing and Jessica Altman. Across the front is Landon Long, Riley Gill, Derek Heiniger, Taylor Katzer and TK Kendall.

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Dogs tied for first in 3A WSL; to host tourney

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

Hotchkiss will enter the district baseball tournament in a tie for first place in the 3A Western Slope League with Rifle after sweeping a doubleheader Saturday over visiting Coal Ridge. The Dogs put both games away in five innings, and both games ended on a walk.

Hotchkiss is 15-2 overall, 14-2 WSL and will be one of the top eight teams when seeding is announced today (Wednesday). They will host one of eight league tournaments this Saturday.

The Bulldogs opened game one a bit sluggish against Coal Ridge (412), but after warming up, led 5-0 by the end of the third.

Coal Ridge loaded the bases on their first three at bats to start off

the fourth. The Titans attempted to steal home, but the runner was tagged by Jaime Rodriguez at the plate. Pitcher Edgar Macias struck out the next batter, with the third out coming on a fly out to short stop.

Hotchkiss added two more runs in the fourth — an RBI by Rodriguez and another by Jacobe Galley, then put the game away with a three-run fifth inning. With the bases loaded, the Bulldogs scored when Macias was walked.

The Bulldogs were more prepared to win going into game two.

Rodriguez opened, throwing for six strikeouts and holding the Titans to no hits in the first three innings.

Bulldog Dylan Rupe led off with a triple to right field, then scored the opening run on a sacrifice hit by Rodriguez. With

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one out, Macias slammed a one-run triple to center field to score Galley, and Conner Beard followed with an RBI single. The Bulldogs took a four-run lead on a one-run single

by Hank Edwards.

The Bulldogs made several changes to the defense and brought Galley in to pitch in the fourth.

The Titans seized on the opportunity to score six runs in 11 at bats to trail, 12-6. With two outs in the bottom of the fourth, the Bulldogs opened up their hitting game to score three runs, including a one-run double by Macias and a tworun double by Beard. The Titans couldn’t buy a hit in the top of the fifth, and with the bases loaded for Hotchkiss in the bottom of the inning, Titan pitcher Cameron Cotton walked Rodriguez to end the game at 16-6.

“We gathered ourselves back up and finished strong,” said head coach Jason Yantzer, who wasn’t sure whether to blame the blip in play on

the adjustment period or the fact that it was prom night.

With a 12-game winning streak and a lot going for them, the Bulldogs are confident heading into districts. The defense is working well, the pitching is solid, and “We found our offense, we’re swinging the bat well,” said Yantzer.

WSL teams Cedaredge (12-7), Olathe (14-5) and Roaring Fork (9-8) will all advance to district competition, and Gunnison could also make the final cut. Rifle and Hotchkiss will each host one of eight district tournaments this Saturday.

Teams and seeding for this week’s matchups will be announced today (Wednesday).

This will be the second consecutive year the Bulldogs will host a tournament. Only the winners of each tournament advance to regionals, and that means the Bulldogs will need to win both games on Saturday. Said Yantzer, “It’s win or go home.”

Photo by Tamie Meck

Bulldog Brayden Wilson connects for a base hit against Coal Ridge Saturday, which was also Wilson’s 17th birthday. The Bulldogs swept the doubleheader to enter district play in a tie for first place with Rifle.

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Coach Wittington confers with Delta triple jumpers Patti Chapman, left, and Natalie Larkin. Chapman finished second and Larkin third behind Paonia’s Ce’rra Carsten.

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BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Last Friday’s Bruin Invitational in Cedaredge was a record-producing day for Delta County track teams. In all, 11 new marks were set with 10 of them being set by Delta County schools or individuals in the girls division. There were four new standards established in the boys division with all four being set by Delta County athletes.

Delta won the girl’s division with 124 points to Paonia’s 123 and the boys were third with 122 points behind Coal Ridge (145) and Cedaredge (138).

The Delta Panthers’ track teams had members who set records in both the boys and girls divisions.

The Lady Panthers set records in the 3200m run and 3200m relay. For the boys, one new mark was set by Daniel De La Rosa.

Lady Panthers As one might expect,

the Whiting sisters were in the middle of recordsetting efforts. Cleo Whiting was one of two athletes to break the 3200m run mark. Her time of 11:41.62 broke Vela Bair’s time of 12:26.06 set in 2010. Clarissa Whiting was the other recordbreaker with a time of 11:41.73.

Teammate MacKennea Broyles finished third in the race.

The Lady Panthers clocked a 10:04.26 in the 3200m relay to break their own mark of 10:31.78 set in 2010 by Kyla Ownbey, Heidi Stinson, and the Whiting sisters. The new mark was set by the Whiting sisters, Broyles, and Ownbey.

Another set of sisters, the Zunich’s, have been scoring points for Delta.

Erin and Taylor Zunich placed third and seventh, respectively, in the 200m dash. They are also members of the second-place 800m relay and thirdplace 400m relay. Taylor also had her best finish in the long jump with a

second place.

Callie Gafford was last week’s top high-jumper in Cedaredge with a 510 effort. She also, along with Skylyn Webb, is a member of the 400 and 800m relay teams.

Other high finishes went to triple-jumpers Patti Chapman (second) and Natalie Larkin (third). Bry Music was second in the shot put and Broyles second in the 800m run.

Delta Boys For Delta’s boys, there was one record set in Cedaredge and several good performances.

Daniel De La Rosa established a new mark in the 3200m run with a time of 10:36.22. The old record was 10:59.93 set by John Powell from Gunnison back in 2010 when the Bruin Invitational had its first meet.

De La Rosa, along with teammates Colin Fraser, Jake Ames, and Dustin Ownbey took first place in the 3200m relay. Ownbey was in the top five in

the 1600m (fourth) and 3200m run (third).

Ames had one more outstanding race in the 800 meters that resulted in a time of 2:06.18 and a first-place finish.

Ethan Jack Baier won the triple jump and was second in the long jump and third in high jump competition.

Irvin Hernandez stayed close to Cedaredge’s Dante Markley to finish second in the 300m hurdles and helped the 800m relay (Hernandez, Devin Marquez, Fraser, and Zach Decker) place third; the 1600m relay team place fourth, and the 3200m ‘B’ team place sixth.

Shot putters Brandon Campbell (second place) and Blake Velasquez (sixth) were once again top eight competitors last week.

The Panthers head to Grand Junction for 4A league and regional competition this week. All area 2A, 3A, 4A, and 5A teams will attend.

County soccer concludes

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Delta County’s soccer team concluded its season last Friday with a 4-2 victory over the visiting Lady Devils of Eagle Valley. Delta County fell to Glenwood Springs 3-0 on May 1 (Tuesday).

Against Glenwood Springs, the Lady Demons scored once in the first half and twice in the second to secure the victory. Glenwood Springs finished 11-01 and 12-1-2 overall to win the 4A WSL. Battle Mountain, Palisade, Steamboat Springs, and Delta round out the top

five. The league’s top three go on to post-season action.

Delta fell behind against Eagle Valley on Friday. The Lady Devils scored their first goal at the 21:10 mark of the first half.

A missed save at the 11:10 mark resulted in a goal and a 2-0 score for Eagle Valley.

Kayla DeVilbiss narrowed the Lady Devil’s lead to 2-1 on a made goal at 3:20 in the first half.

Play was balanced in the first 20 minutes of the second half. At the 20:20 mark, Carissa

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Sidor nailed Delta County’s second goal to tie the match at 2-2.

A corner kick from Carissa Sidor found sister Stephanie Sidor in front of the goal for a goahead score at 4:48 of the second half.

Not more than two minutes before Delta County’s final goal, assistant coach Eddie Sanford encouraged senior Monica Hernandez to get a header as planned all season long. Another corner kick from Carissa Sidor gave Hernandez the chance to do just that as she scored the matches final goal in a 4-2 victory.

Delta County did not make the playoffs this season. It’s a tough assignment competing with schools that have club teams and play a large number of games each year.

Delta County coach

Julie Mottern has been building a program that used to be at the bottom of league standings.

Youth programs that compete in Grand Junction, and other western slope towns, are building more competitive teams for the Delta County program.

Cedaredge’s Kristen and Lindsey Gardner moved from Parachute, where they were involved in soccer programs there, and stepped right into the programs being established by Mottern. Other Lady Panthers in the program, to mention just a few, included the Sidor sisters, Sadie Carrillo, Reilly Quist, and Kayla and Kylie DeVilbiss.

Mottern remains confident there will be continued success in Delta County thanks to the time and effort put into the youth programs.

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Kristin Gardner kept constant pressure on the Eagle Valley goal keeper during last week’s 4-2 win over the Lady Devils. Gardner had several foray’s Photo by Wayne Crick into Eagle Valley’s goal area but could not get the Delta County’s Gardner sisters, Kristin (Fr) on left ball into the net. and Lindsey (Jr) prepare for second half action.

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Bruins stumble against OHS

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

The Olathe Pirates were more aggressive at the plate and outhit Cedaredge 9-4 to score a 7-1 3A WSL victory over the Bruins in game one of

a doubleheader played on Saturday in Cedaredge.

The Pirates made it a sweep with a 17-6 win in game two.

The two wins moved Olathe into sole possession of second place with

Photo by Wayne Crick

Olathe’s Fernando Madrid is airborne as he heads towards home last Saturday in Cedaredge.

Cedaredge catcher Greg Edgington focuses on where he wants to tag Madrid as the distance between the two athletes closes. Madrid was out.

post-season play just around the corner. Olathe finished the regular season at 14-4 in league play and 14-5 overall. The Bruins fell to 12-6 and 127 and finished fourth in the competitive 3A WSL. Hotchkiss and Rifle finished their seasons tied for the league title with 16-2 and 17-2 marks.

Game One Olathe 7, Bruins 1 Willy Corey went the distance for the Pirates in game one and hit a home run in the first inning to give the Pirates a 2-0 lead. The Bruins picked up a single run in the second after Sterling Rose singled to get on and Sam Williamson doubled to drive him in.

In the top of the third, Olathe’s Fernando Madrid laced a double to start the inning and scored on a Bryce Markley double to make the score 3-1 heading to the fourth.

After a scoreless fourth inning, Olathe mounted

a three-run fifth that included three hits and an error allowing Ben Kaylor to reach base to begin the inning.

Olathe scored once in the sixth for the game’s final score of 7-1.

Cedaredge finished with four hits in the game with Peter and Sam Williamson hitting doubles for the Bruins. Olathe got two hits each from Jason Armendariz, Madrid and Markley.

Drew Beach took the loss for Cedaredge.

Game Two Olathe 17, Bruins 6 Olathe started the scoring in the second inning with two runs and added five more in the third for a 7-0 lead. In the bottom of the third, Cedaredge exploded for six runs to trail by one going to the fourth.

The Pirates got the bats going again in the top of the fourth and plated five more runs to take a 12-6 lead.

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Paonia finishes strong at Cedaredge, looking for wins at league meet

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The Lady Eagles earned 123 points to place second at Friday’s Bruin Invitational, just one point behind Delta.

Paonia won the gold in four events and surpassed six meet records.

Lindsay Russell was one of two runners to break the meet record in the 200-meter dash, posting her best time of the season to win in 27.12 seconds. In the 400, Taylor Polson finished second in the 400 and was one of two to break the meet record.

The 400 relay team of Morgan Hartigan, Brooklynd Erickson, Gabrielle Moet and Easton Hartigan was one of three teams to top the standing record. They finished in 51.98 to place second.

Russell, Reed, Polson and Plymale also topped the 1600 relay record to finish second in 4:13.31.

The 800 sprint medley team of Russell, Erickson, Moet and Easton Hartigan set a new record of 1:54.48 for the win.

Erickson would havebroken the long jump record, clearing 15 feet, 6.75 inches for the win, but did not get the record because there was a negative 3.2 force breeze.

The cutoff for records is negative 2. Teammate Mandy Bushta finishing third and Chelsea Martinez eighth.

Ce’rra Carsten set a personal record of 34 feet, 6.5 inches to win the triple jump. Reed finished fifth in the 400.

With athletes sitting in the Max Preps top 18 in all but three events, the Paonia girls will be strong contenders at the 2A Western Slope League

track meet, which begins Thursday morning at Stocker Stadium in Grand Junction. Paonia won last year’s title, and prior to that were threetime winners of the Western Slope regional title.

The toughest competition will likely be in the long jump, where Paonia has three, Moet, Erickson and Carsten, ranked in the top 18. Nine of those 18 are from the Western Slope.

Look for the Lady Eagles to place in the top three in all sprint events and the 800. Dolores and Paonia are ranked one and two in the 400 and 800 relays, and the 1600 relay should come down to the wire between Telluride and Paonia. Also look for Paonia to finish

man, Jason Sturgis and Josiah Spano placed second behind Delta. Western Slope 3200 teams are ranked in the top three in state, and Paonia is ranked third, which could make this one of the most competitive league events for the Eagles.

Walters, a senior, placed third Friday in the 1600. Walters is a strong mid-distance runner, and is on the edge of state qualification in the event.

He is a favored runner in the 800.

Sturgis finished sixth in the 1600, and fifth in the 3200. He‘s a top runner at both the regional and state levels in the 3200, and if he elects to run this week in the 1600, could bust into the top 18 with a strong performance.

Sophomore hurdler Austin Williams finished fifth in the 110-meter hurdles, and sixth in the 300 hurdles, posting the fastest 2A times in both events. Williams is strongest in the 300 and among the top 10 in the state, and is on the border of state qualification in the 110.

Anthony Roeber broke the 5-foot, 10-inch mark again in the high jump, placing fifth at Cedaredge.

Myles Cumpston and Morgan Rieder were among 11 discus throwers to surpass the Cedaredge meet record of 114-11.

Both are ranked high in league competition, but will need to throw their best this week in order to break into the top 18.

And Tony Darling threw 42-8.25 to place Photo by Tamie Meck fifth in the shot put. He is Paonia shot put thrower Tony Darling is favored to the top shot put thrower win the 2A league title this week in Grand Junc- going into regional comtion. petition.

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Delta took one on the chin against Palisade on Tuesday (May 1) as the Bulldogs finished their regular season schedule with a 12-0 record in league play with a 100 win over Delta. The Panthers managed to hold onto second-place with their doubleheader win against Eagle Valley on Saturday. Delta won the first game 13-10 and scored an 8-7 win in game two.

Delta finished at 8-4 in league play and was 11-

8 overall. Palisade was 17-2 overall. Glenwood Springs finished third at 8-4 and 10-9.

Post-season play is next on Delta’s schedule with opponent, site, and times yet to be determined.

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in the top three in the sprint medley.

With all four of last year’s winning 3200 relay team returning, look for Paonia to dominate in that event.

Carsten and Polson should finish strong in the triple jump, and Carsten could bring home the gold in the high jump.

The Paonia boys team claimed last year’s league title, but after graduating five of the fastest sprinters in the state, Paonia is in a rebuilding stage.

They still have several strong contenders heading into league competition.

The Eagles earned 42 points to place sixth at Cedaredge. The 3200meter relay team of Trevor Walters, Ben Just-

Delta baseball team wins

BY WAYNE CRICK

their lucky number as the Pirates added five more runs in each of the sixth and seventh innings to make the final tally 17-6.

Kaylor picked up the win for Olathe after going six innings and giving up only five hits (all singles) to the Bruins. Olathe pounded out 15 hits, including home runs by Madrid and Josh Pietak.

Markley was four-forfour with four RBIs for the winners.

Pairings for post-season play have not been determined at this time.

The state seeding committee has issued a statement that pairings will be released on Wednesday. For more infomation on those pairing contact the appropriate schools for further details on Wednesday. Both Olathe and Cedaredge will take part in post-season play as the top six teams from the 3A WSL advance.

Orman pounded a two RBI triple to highlight the inning for Palisade.

Delta pitching helped as well with four walks and a hit batsman in the inning.

Palisade tallied another three runs in the third, two in the fourth and a singleton in the fifth accounting for their 10 runs.

Delta was set down in order for three of the five innings played with only 18 batters stepping to the plate.

Tyler Sandoval took the loss for Delta with

Keaton Reiher seeing time on the mound as well. Brendan Kortz was behind the plate.

Game One Delta 8, EV 7 The Panthers fell behind early in Gypsum against Eagle Valley with the Devils getting three runs in the first inning.

Delta retaliated with two runs in the top of the second but trailed 4-1 after the Devils scored once in the bottom of the inning.

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Bulldogs set new records

BY TAMIE MECK DCI Sports Writer

The Hotchkiss track teams finished the last regular meet on a high note, claiming their share of wins and breaking a total of six meet records at last Friday’s Bruin Invitational.

Jenni Celis shattered the old record in the 400meter dash by almost

four seconds, winning the event in 58.52 seconds. Teammate Natalie Anderson also shredded the record of 5:58.59 in the 1600 with a winning time of 5:30.79.

The Lady Bulldogs took 13 seconds off the 2010 record in the 1600meter relay, with the team of Celis, Anderson, Savannah Rocha and

Aleksus Wilson winning in 4:06.66. The time was just 14-100ths of a second off of the Hotchkiss High School record, set in 2011

by Rocha, Celis, Jessi Mautz and Beth Wood.

Kylie Hodges set both a meet and a new personal record of 111 feet, 5 inches to win the discus.

The girls team placed fourth with 93.33 points.

In field events, Katie Richards was one of three Lady Bulldogs to place in the shot put. The freshman set a new PR of 32-6.5 to place fourth, with Hodges and Lindsey Todd placing sixth and eighth respectively. Todd also placed third in the discus.

Rocha and Arial Duncan were fourth and

eighth, respectively, in the high jump.

Hotchkiss earned points in the 400, 800 and 800 medley relays.

Kelli Buhrdorf placed third in the 100, Beth Wood was sixth in the 200, and freshman Tiffany Clock took the silver in the 1600 and placed sixth in the 800.

In boys competition,

Tell Hawk was one of three to break the record in the 400. In a preview of this week’s league meet, Hawk beat out two top Coal Ridge runners to win the event in 50.77. The time also set a new personal record for Hawk, who is ranked in the top 10 in state, ahead of both Coal Ridge runners.

Bruins track team ready

BY WAYNE CRICK DCI Sports Editor

Photo by Wayne Crick

Hotchkiss thrower Lindsey Todd steps into the shot put ring at the Cedaredge Bruin Meet last week.

Todd should be competitive in both the throwing events at this week’s 3A league meet in Grand Junction.

Cedaredge and Coal Ridge battled for the team title last Friday at the Bruin Invitational in Cedaredge. Coal Ridge eventually won that title with 145 points while Cedaredge had 138 to finish second.

The Bruins had some stellar performances on the day with Miguel Barajas getting into the record books with a pair of new meet records.

A heave of 49-2.25 landed the top place in shot put competition and broke Keanan Garner’s (Gunnison) old mark of 43-1 set in 2010. The Bruins picked up third and fourth place points from Tylor Balistreri and Luke Wieben.

Barajas got off a throw

of 137-11 to win the discus and set a new Bruin Invite record. The old record was held by Barajas which was set in 2010.

Wieben had one of his best finishes of the season to place second with a throw of 134-8.

Dante Markley was a force once again for the Bruins as he finished first in the 200m, 110m high hurdles, 300m hurdles, and was part of the 1600m relay team made up of Markley, Dagan Smith, Reid Gates and Ryan Latta.

Danny Martinez won the high jump with his effort of 6-2. With all he had scheduled after, and during the high jump competition, Martinez and jumping coach Mike Morgan decided to forego the usual raising of the bar by small increments and placed the bar at 67.5 to save time. Unfortunately, Martinez missed his three attempts with the final one clearly one that would have earned him the new record had it not been for a slight nudge.

Martinez also placed third in the long jump, and Wieben fourth.

Steton Brewer was third in the 110 high hurdles and Buckallew fourth in the 800m run.

Lady Bruins Cedaredge’s Lady Bruins finished with 79 points to finish fifth last

week.

Out of the 11 new women’s records established in the meet, Cedaredge was responsible for two of them. Sierra Williams broke the 100m dash record and teamed with Summer Herman, Savannah McIntire and Tani Zamarripa to set a new mark in the 400m relay.

Williams had a 12.19 in the 100m to eclipse the old mark of 12.58 set by Williams in 2010.

The 400m relay team had a time of 49.75 to erase Hotchkiss’ (Savan-

nah Rocha, Beth Wood, S. Carvill, CeCe Pieper) old mark of 52-11.

There were a trio of second place finishes for the Lady Bruins including Summer Herman in the 100m dash, Kaitlyn Kissner in the discus, and McIntire in the 200m.

The Bruin track teams have pre-qualified many of their squad for the state meet scheduled for May 17-19.

Next up for Cedaredge is the qualifying meet in Grand Junction May 1012.

Photo by Wayne Crick

Head Cedaredge High School track coach Kirby Henderson explains something to Sierra Williams during a break in the action at the third annual Bruin Invitational. Williams broke the 100m record and was a member of the record-setting 400 relay.

Photo by Wayne Crick

Of the nine shot put finalist in last week’s Bruin Invitational, six were from Delta County. On the left is Delta’s Bry Music (2nd), Paonia’s Morgan Hartigan (third from left, 3rd place), Hotchkiss’ Kylie Hodges (sixth from left, 6th place), Hotchkiss’ Katie Richards (third from right, 4th place), Paonia’s Abby Campbell (second from right, 9th place), and Hotchkiss’ Lindsey Todd (8th place).

Baseball CONTINUED FROM B9 have Eagle Valley take the lead with a run in the bottom half of the third.

A three-run fourth gave the Panthers a 7-5 lead going into the fifth.

In the sixth, Delta plated two more runs

while holding the Devils scoreless. A big seventh inning netted four runs for Delta and a 13-5 lead.

Eagle Valley put a scare into the Panthers with five runs in the bottom of the inning to make the final score 13-10.

Photo by Wayne Crick

Delta catcher Brendan Kortz checks with assistant coach Steve Reiher for a sign to relay to his pitcher.

The Panthers played Palisade in Delta on May 1 but were unable to derail the Bulldogs in a 10-0 loss.

Delta swept a twinbill from Eagle Valley Saturday.

Game Two Delta 8, EV 8 The Panthers struggled offensively for the first three innings of this game. Eagle Valley scored twice in the first inning and four times in the third to take a 6-0 lead into the fourth inning.

A five-run fourth cut the Devil’s lead to 6-5.

Delta put up three more runs in the sixth for their first lead of the game at 8-6. Eagle Valley managed to score once in the seventh making the final score 8-7.

The Panthers are in the playoffs but don’t know any post-season information. CHSAA (Colorado High School Activities Association) will not release bracket information until sometime Wednesday. For more details (after Wednesday) call Delta High School (874-8031).

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Centennial events begin Saturday in Orchard City This Saturday, May 12, the first event for Orchard City’s Centennial Year celebration will take place at Town Hall.

It is the Saturday before Mother’s Day and there will be a pancake breakfast prepared and served by members of the Surface Creek Valley Lions Club. There will also be an official dedication of the new Centennial Garden park.

May 12 is the first of four days that have been set aside for centennial year events.

Additional events will take place in June, July, and August.

The official schedule of events for the upcoming May 12 date is as follows: • Mother’s Day pancake breakfast, Orchard City Town Hall, 7-10 a.m. Cost is $3 per plate or $10 per family.

Prepared and served by the Surface Creek Valley Lions

Club. Contact Melissa Oelke, 835-3337.

• Centennial Park Plaza Dedication ceremony, town hall, 10:15 a.m.

•May Pole dance performance by The Delta Dance Company. Contact: Melissa Oelke, 835-3337.

•Sandhill Crane presentation by Evelyn Horn, Orchard City naturalist and author, town hall, 11:30 a.m.

• Black Canyon Astronomical Society scope and stargazing event, Orchard City Town Park, 6 p.m. to midnight. This event will include a workshop: with a question and answer session about the use and set-up of telescopes, hosted by local experts.

Bring your telescope — plan to arrive before sunset for the workshop. Contact Joyce Tanihara, 589-0993, or John Pool, 874-9348.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Cold storage In spite of warm temperatures at lower elevations, all last week the reservoirs on Grand Mesa remained shrouded in icy winter cover as nighttime temperatures there remained below freezing. Water managers were hopeful the coming week would bring thawing temperatures and unlock the valuable frozen resource to flow through irrigation ditches and across dry fields in the Surface Creek Valley, and hopefully ease growing concerns over limited water supply this year. Photo is from the Ward Lake area near the USFS Visitors Center.

Students help mark Arbor Day

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

Arbor Day in Cedaredge has become a community tradition over the past 18 years that the town has earned a Tree City U.S.A. designation from the National Arbor Day Foundation.

The town has an active tree board that regularly conducts tree plantings and educa-

tional programs. On May 3 the board was joined by community members as they hosted the town’s 18th consecutive Arbor Day observance with the help of 63 fifth graders from Hunsicker Elementary School. The students planted an ash tree at the Cedaredge Public Library.

In his remarks on the occasion, tree board president Jim

Leser told the students, “This is your tree, members of the 2012 Hunsicker Elementary School fifth grade class. Watch it grow and be proud that your actions today will beautify your library and make Cedaredge a better place to live, for us and for generations to come. I want to thank all of you for attending our 2012 Arbor Day celebration, and especially the students and teachers from Hunsicker Elementary School.”

The town’s Arbor Day proclamation was read by Mayor Pat Means.

The winners of the annual Arbor Day poster contest were recognized. They were: Mr. Henderson’s class, Emalee Brooks, Ryan McCain, and first place to Nevaeh Martinez: Mrs. Griffin’s class, Wyatt Lewis, Emily Tullis, and first place to Manney Wilson: Mr. Thompson’s class, Kylee Hanson, Courtney Freeman, and first place to Dalia Alejandre.

Overall winner in the 2012 poster contest was Hunter Campbell of Mr. Henderson’s class.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Hunsicker Elementary fifth grade student Shea Percival scoops a shovel full of soil helping 62 other students plant an ash tree at the Cedaredge Public Library at the town Arbor Day observance on May 3.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Jim Leser, Cedaredge Tree Board president, recognizes Hunter Campbell as the overall winner in the Arbor Day poster contest.

Cedaredge works on new sign code

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

A proposed new sign code for Cedaredge could include provisions for the town issuing sign permits and charging permit fees.

The town planning commission on May 1 worked on revisions towards a final draft of the town’s first comprehensive sign code.

Mayor Pat Means said that the project came about because of “citizen complaints” on signage at the new Dollar General store.

In addition to the provisions dealing with permits,

fees, and commercial signage, the draft code includes language regulating yard sale signs, “sandwich board” signs, maximum sizes of signs, allowable placements of signs, and other issues.

The town currently has signage provisions located in various sections of its municipal code. But a new sign code would place all of them in a single section.

If adopted by the planning commission in final form, the sign code would be referred to the town board for consideration and for the establishment of any permit fees.

51st Senior Shoot honors traditions

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

An annual event that honors the best American traditions of personal responsibility, self reliance, sportsmanship, the outdoors life, and of freedom renewed itself for the 51st time on May 3 at the Cedaredge High School Senior Shoot.

The event has been hosted by members of the Cedaredge Rod and Gun Club since 1961 at the club’s range facility west of Cedaredge. Open to any of the soon graduating seniors, the day is one of fun and high-spirited trap shooting competition conducted under the guidance of experienced club members.

Student shooters from

novice to expert competed in men’s and women’s divisions.

The emphasis is on safety, knowledge of proper firearm handling, and skill.

The men’s division was won this year by Dillon Nicholas.

Savannah McIntire won the women’s division.

Club members said they expected a record turnout of more than 60 participants for this year’s event.

A day in the spring sunshine at the club range above Green Valley with Grand Mesa as the familiar backdrop gave class seniors another chance to renew and strengthen friendships formed through school years before the inevitable parting comes after graduation.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Even novice or first-time trap shooters are welcome at the Senior Shoot where each one gets individual attention and instruction from experienced club members.

Stolte hosts outdoor adventures Thursday The Friends of the Cedaredge Library invites everyone to join outdoor adventure authors and photographers Charlie and Diane Winger for a slide show presentation at the Stolte Shed on Thursday, May 10, at 7 p.m.

The Wingers will present “Because It’s There - A Photographic Journey to the Mountains of the World.” They will share their breathtaking photos from worldwide mountain climbing destinations, accompanied by stories from over 35 years of mountaineering adventures.

Some of their stories are hair-raising, some are a little crazy, and some will have you laughing out loud.

Charlie and Diane Winger are the authors of several guidebooks, a collection of photography much of which will be featured in this presentation, and an inspiring and surprising memoir of Charlie’s life.

Their books will be available for purchase at the presentation.

For more information, contact the Cedaredge Library at 856-3518.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

Seniors from Cedaredge High School assemble for range instructions from members of the Cedaredge Rod and Gun Club prior to the annual Senior Shoot event.

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Birds of the Western Slope A look at local birds with Evelyn Horn Sandhill Crane Hunt There is a sandhill crane hunt proposed for Moffat and Route counties to our north.

This is for the Rocky Mountain Population of Greater Sandhill Cranes, the birds that migrate through Hart’s Basin (Fruitgrowers Reservoir) each spring.

I recognize that cranes are hunted in the states surrounding us: New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming and Montana. But in most instances these belong to the cranes of Nebraska fame (num-

but there is a hearing in Grand Junction on May 10 at the Courtyard Marriot Hotel, 765 Horizon Drawing by Sally Dearmond Drive, Grand Junction.

I plan to speak to the bering over 500,000). issue immediately after Also, in a brief Internet lunch (if the program is check I found that many accurate and remains states have or are trying unchanged). to have crane hunts, and The Colorado Parks again, these would likely and Wildlife has limits be the Lessers. set at 17,000 to 21,000.

There was an informa- Not surprisingly, I questional meeting in Steam- tion these numbers. In boat Springs on April 25 the past we’ve had largwhich I could not attend, er numbers of this popu-

Edge of Cedars in its 40th year The 40th annual Edge of the Cedars Art Exhibit will take place June 710 at Cedaredge Middle School.

The judges’ reception and awards presentation is scheduled for Wednesday, June 6, from 7-9 p.m.

Judge this year is Vera Mulder. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Mt. St. Scholastica College in Kansas and her master’s at Western State College at Gunnison, majoring in education and the arts.

The exhibit will be open to the public for

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Ladies pushing grocery carts filled with clothes to the UMW’s Thrift Store’s new downtown location. p.m, Wednesdays through Fridays, and from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturdays.

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The Town of Cedaredge Planning Commission needs your input on the growth, planning and development of your community. Please consider getting involved. Planning members must be residents of Cedaredge.

The planning commission meets on the first Tuesday evening of each month for their regular meeting and on the third Tuesday evening for a work session as necessary. If interested in being a planning commission member, send a letter of interest to: Planning Commission, Town of Cedaredge, P.O. Box 398, Cedaredge, CO 81413, or stop in at 235 W. Main Street, Cedaredge; phone 856-3123.

A combined effort last week of individuals and community organizations accomplished the planting of four flowering crab trees in the nature arcade just east of the Cedaredge Public Library.

The work, accomplished a day before 63 local students observed Arbor Day at the same location, was made possible by the Cedaredge tree Board, Cedaredge Public Library Foundation, and the Cedaredge Cemetery

Explore the mountains of the world “Because It’s There — A Photographic Journey to the Mountains of the World,” a slideshow presented by Charlie Winger, prolific mountaineer with a passion for climbing mountain peaks, will be held Thursday, May 10, at the Stolte Shed in Cedaredge, beginning at 7 p.m. It is sponsored by Friends of the Cedaredge Library.

Photo by Hank Lohmeyer

A combined community effort was responsible last week for the planting of four crab trees in the nature arcade on the east side of the Cedaredge Public Library.

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Taking on the task of digging the holes, removing the boulders, and man-handling the

trees on their heavy root balls into position were Jim Leser, Bill Welch, Mike Meskel and Brett Junus.

The crab trees were carefully selected and placed in a position that, when fully grown, will not obscure the library from highway view.

Leser, president of the tree board, said that Valley Grown Nursery in Grand Junction offered an at-cost price deal on the trees. With a slowdown in the nursery business, Valley Grown was eager to have the trees removed so they could vacate leased ground being used to grow them.

Junus and the cemetery board helped with trailering and backhoe service without which the project would have been impossible, Leser said.

Plants, gardening advice offered Area garden clubs will be holding their annual Plant Fair at Pioneer Town in Cedaredge on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A large variety of member-donated plants such as area-appropriate perennials, house plants and annuals will be available at reasonable prices. Refreshments will be

available for sale. Admission is free.

Master Gardner Susan Rose will present gardening information in the Stolte Shed from 10 a.m. to noon with a question and answer session for shoppers.

Proceeds for the Plant Fair will be given to local charities including the food pantry and the

Cedaredge Community Garden. The garden clubs pursue annual activities including maintenance of a garden at Horizons Care Center and Pioneer Town.

Clubs represented will be Friends and Flowers, Plant and Dig, Four Seasons and Rose Garden.

For further information contact Sue Stanley, co-chairman, at 874-8742.

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Cedaredge Community United Methodist Church, on Monday, April 30, several ladies from the UMC’s United Methodist Women (UMW) began an intensive effort to move the UMW’s Cedaredge Community Thrift Shop from the basement of the church to their new location in the old Duckwall Building at the intersection of SW 2nd St. and W. Main in Cedaredge.

According to UMW’s store manager/coordinator, Dorothy Jean Mergelman, the move will make the Thrift Store more visible and will make physical access much easier. The grand opening of the new store will take place on Wednesday, May 9, starting at 10 a.m. New hours will be from 10 a.m to 4

viewing and purchase from Thursday, June 7, through Saturday, June 9, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m; also, Sunday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For entrants, there is an optional pre-registration deadline of May 26.

For more information on entries and other matters call Shirley Clayton, 856-3842, Mary Callihan, 399-7388, Carol Vela, 835-3388, or Karen Spears, 856-4961.

“Move That Mile” became the chant as Cedaredge Little Sprout Preschoolers took to the track for their annual Feet of Spring Fun Run the end of April. Every child, 2 1/2 to 5 years old, completed at least a mile with many going much further. Parents, family members, teachers, board members and area businesswomen lent support as the kids accomplished a combined effort of 160.75 miles.

The kids kept well hydrated with donated water bottles and apples from Surface Creek Veterinary Center and Red Mountain Ranchers. Tshirts were sponsored

by Surface Creek Bank, Stoney Mesa Family Practice, Cedaredge Land Company, Blair

& Associates, Edward Jones - Joe Carlson, Carlson Chiropractic, Sperry Outfitting, United Methodist Women, and Frost RV and Country Store. Many thanks to the sponsors and community members for financially supporting the event.

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Moms, dads, siblings and teachers joined the Little Sprout Preschoolers on the track.

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Farewell to the Man of True Greatness

WHAT’S BRUIN INSIDE Students and Faculty say good-bye to a Cedaredge High School icon, Mr. Don McFadden.

Students act out a mock DUI accident to warn others about drunk driving.

Seniors attend the annual Tea and Trap Shoot as they enjoy their last few weeks of high school.

Editor Cody Wieben says farewell to Bruin Tracks & wishes everybody good luck in their future endeavors.

Girls’ tennis competes at the Regional Tournament in Grand Junction, Track hopes to continue their tremendous success at the Regional and State meets.

By Cody Wieben Editor-in-Chief When students look back at their time in Cedaredge High School, images of a Bruin or the colors blue and white flash in their minds. However, one image always appears, and that is of the amazing man and the even-bettereducator Mr. Don McFadden.

Over a span of more than thirty years, Mr. McFadden has become a staple in the remarkable history of Cedaredge High School.

Known simply as “Mc,” he has taught thousands of the students who have entered the school’s doors and has created even more memories with each one of them.

Every day, mustache and all, he walks through the school on a grounded, relatable level, making it very easy for many students to befriend him and enjoy his fun and humorous persona. “He’s an eighteen-year-old trapped in an old man’s body,” comments senior Dylan Buckallew.

Throughout his career, he has

taught Humanities, Civics, and Economics, but most know him for his absolutely amazing skill of bringing out his student’s talents through his Art classes and Drama class.

“He’s like no other teacher,” says senior Rachel Bate. Throughout the day he teaches students how to express themselves through creative artwork. From pottery to etchings to watercolors and acrylics, Mr. McFadden opens up many more exciting and freeing worlds for teenagers to escape to and be themselves. He is very open to how they choose to do so, but with this openness comes immense honesty. Many students enjoy the fact that he is so blunt at times because it shows he cares for the work they produce. He wants them to do the very best they can.

This is one of the most special qualities this man possesses, and many students are grateful for it.

Mr. McFadden, with help from his wife Sheri, has directed fiftyeight play productions in his career. From The Man Who Came

to Dinner to Alice in Wonderland to It’s a Wonderful Life, he has entertained the community and school for decades. Just like his artists, he has the ability to bring out the best in his actors. With his improvisation drills and his projection techniques, he truly takes a mediocre actor and molds him into a professional.

All in all, Mr. McFadden has the ability to make teenagers enjoy attending school and living life.

Everybody at Cedaredge High School wishes him the best, most fun, most enjoyable time in retirement because for years he has given many students the best, most fun, most enjoyable experiences in high school. He will definitely be missed and many feel sorry for the poor soul who has to attempt to fill his shoes.

Thank you, Mr. Don McFadden for having the heart, drive, and dedication to educate many young people and help them enter the big, sometimes scary, world of life. We appreciate it.

GRADUATION — SATURDAY, MAY 26th — 10:00 AM EVERYONE IS INVITED!

Baseball works hard to finish the season with a home run.

Three CHS swimmers have an incredible, recordbreaking season.

Advice for students on test taking before finals.

Students had a great night at Prom 2012.

Congratulations Class of 2012!

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A Farewell from an Editor

By Cody Wieben Editor-in-Chief Do you remember the feeling you had when you found something that just made you happy and excited? The first time you found something that gave you a blissful feeling? This could have been a favorite sport, music, computer science, or even chess. For me, speaking to the public through my creativity, thoughts, and desire to inform people gave me happiness. Some people may not understand why I enjoy writing articles or designing page layouts, but, honestly, I have never understood why somebody would want to play football. We are even.

In my early high school career, I can say I was not the most involved student. I was just not sure which club or activity was right for me. By my junior year, Ms. Gillis offered me a position in her journalism class. I hesitated for a moment because I was not sure what to expect. Journalism was so mysterious. I had read the newspapers and the yearbooks, but what went in to creating those products?

My curiosity took a hold of me and, before I knew it, I was standing in her classroom expecting the unexpected.

The Editors immediately informed me about the extreme importance of dead-

lines; correct spelling of names, and exciting photography. Then the work began, and was it work. They threw me right into my first assignment of writing my first article. From there, I was assigned to shoot photos for the football games, volleyball games, and softball games, in which I discovered an interest in photography. With more articles on top of designing pages for the yearbook, I worked my hardest every day. By the second semester, Ms. Gillis asked me to join the newspaper’s production team. Everything happened so fast. What I thought was work before was completely thrown out the window. I had never taken the time to think about what went into creating an actual newspaper. The photos had to entertain, and the layout had to be creative, yet relaxing on the eyes. Before the year finished, Ms. Gillis sat down with me and asked if I would be an Editor my senior year. I could just not believe how quickly I had gone from a staff writer to an Editor-in-Chief.

My senior year has been quite the whirlwind. I somehow found myself editing not only the yearbook, but also the newspaper. I would stay late editing articles and correcting yearbook pages or arrive early in the mornings to download photos or make last minute touch-ups. I cannot take all of the credit,

though. Tani Zamarripa, Danny Martinez, Sidney Navarro, and Dante Markley have worked just as hard, and I am grateful for them. We all wanted to create something this school and the community would be proud of and want to look at. We wanted to make our mark on this school’s history. In twenty years, we want those journalism students to look at a newspaper or yearbook from 2012 and see our names and our hard work. That is probably the most gratifying aspect.

Journalism has been such an influence in my life. I plan to do something with it in the future. I have learned to deal with stresses, pressures, judgment, and criticism.

Most importantly, I have learned to become a leader and gain a maturity I am grateful for. I wish the best of luck to Dante Markley, Savannah Herman, Jessica Sullivan, and Lars Knutson as the new Editors next year. Just remember to have fun. I also want to thank Ms. Gillis for giving me the opportunity to find a passion. Finally, good luck to all the students at Cedaredge High School in all of their future endeavors. This school helped me find my way; hopefully it can help you find yours. Never forget: do not hesitate on anything--just go for it. You never know what amazing opportunities it could create.

Don’t Drink and Drive, Period.

Photo Submitted by Mountain Valley News The firefighters and paramedics work quickly to save Lindsey Gardner from the crash.

Photo Submitted by Mountain Valley News Savannah McIntire, Lyndsey Cotton, Sterling Rose and Drew Beach try to deal with the shock of seeing Miguel Barajas laying lifeless on the pavement.

Photo Submitted by Mountain Valley News Lindsey Cotton, Savannah McIntire and Drew Beach try to tell the officer what they remember about the crash. Many people watching were in tears.

Photo Submitted by Mountain Valley News Sterling Rose prepares to face the consequences of his actions. As part of this simulation he will later go through being booked for a drunk driving offense.

And The Traditions Continue...

Senior Activities 2012

Photo by Dante Markley Joe Laird gives a Photo by Dante Markley thumbs up to the Iria Gonzalez-Oterio practices shooting a gun camera before for the first time. his turn.

Photo by Dante Markley Savannah McIntire and Dillon Nicholas were the winners of the day.

Photo by Dante Markley Dagan Smith takes aim before shooting a clay pigeon.

Photo by Raven Moreland The Senior girls of the class of 2012 will never forget the memories that they made at their Senior Tea.

Photo by Raven Moreland Tani Zamarripa, Savannah McIntire, Sierra Williams, and Ellen McKinney take time away from school to enjoy the afternoon lunch.

Photo by Raven Moreland Rachel Bate and Jessie Houghton laugh and converse before tea is served.

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Bruin Baseball is Back and Ready to Slide

By Keely Bobo Staff Writer During this 2012 baseball season, the team started off strong winning games back to back and keeping it going. The baseball record is 10 - 2, and they’re not planning on slowing down.

When we asked Coach Brown about the expectations he had for the season, he replied. “This team is full of experience and talent, and I was excited to see us compete with the other teams. I knew that with all of the talent on this team we could definitely win. That’s exactly what we’ve been doing.”

This last weekend Peter Williamson was involved in a bad collision with catcher Colton Ensley while running after an infield pop fly. Peter will be out for a few games with a knee injury, but we hope to see him back out on the field again really soon.

We asked Coach Brown if Peter’s injury would affect the plans for the next game, and his response was “The plans won’t change because our focus is pitching, and we still have our starting pitcher.

If anything, this will make the team stronger.”

This team has a large variety

of players ranging from young freshmen to experienced seniors.

Each member of the team has his own talent, and each individual plays an important role in the games they have won this season. The most improved player, according to Coach Brown, is senior Sam Williamson. “Sam is a phenomenal player and has really earned his spot. He has been our base runner the past three years, and this year he has really stepped up and has taken a starting role on the team.”

Many players have their own opinions of what their favorite parts about being on the team is, and we asked a few of the players what they thought. “I love the competitiveness of the sport and how much fun I have with this team” sophomore Trent Walker replies. Sam Williamson said, “I really enjoy the togetherness of the team and how supportive we all are of each other. I trust all of my teammates as well.”

Now that the season is drawing closer to the end with only a few weeks left, the boys are preparing for the end of the season with regionals and hopefully a trip to state. Good luck, Cedaredge baseball.

The Final Dash

By Jessica Sullivan Editor-n-Training Track and Field challenges athletes as one of the hardest sports mentally and physically, but the girls team for Cedaredge is ready to compete. They all have huge expectations and goals for this season and they have the potential to make those goals happen.

With the League and State meets just around the corner they are working harder than ever before.

Talent shines on the team in every event and in every class.

Senior Tani Zamarripa is excited for the underclassmen. “The great thing about the underclassmen is that there is so much talent in every event, and they are all willing to work hard. They are a great foundation for the program.”

The entire track team is really close. They win together as a family. Each one of them knows

their value to the team, and the part that they play in making it a team. They are all willing to work hard for the team, but they are always rewarded. Team dinners and meets are always a blast with a ton of laughter, triumph and memories made.

Sometimes the difficulties of the sports become overwhelming, but the girls have coaches, teammates, and supporters who help them to keep their eyes on the prize. Even freshmen have goals that they have the talent to accomplish. One of those freshmen is Mackenzie Kehmeier who when asked if the team can meet their high goals responds “Yes! I think we can because we are willing to put in the work and effort to make it happen.”

Photo by Danny Martinez Makaela Shaw puts the shot and represents just another of the strong competitors who make up the girls’ track team. All girls work together for that team goal of state competition.

Photo by Raven Moreland Eli Underwood and Colton Ensley field balls during practice and back up each other should it be a miss.

Photo by Lars Knutson Michael Barnosky sprints for the wall at the Denver University Invite.

Surging Through the Water to State Competition

By Lars Knutson Staff Writer Cedaredge completes the Montrose Swimming Team. The three swimmers from Cedaredge —Michael Barnosky, Kostya Callahan, and Lars Knutson—help the team greatly. The Montrose team attracts swimmers from six schools. Without these extra swimmers, the team would not do as well as they do.

The High School season has gone extremely well for the three swimmers. At the most recent Jeffco meet, Senior Micheal Barnosky had two individual firsts and one relay first. He also set a meet record in the hundred breaststroke.

Senior Kostya Callahan had one relay first. Sophomore Lars Knutson had one relay first. All made finals in all events. Their two hundred medley relay is less than a second away from a state record.

It will be broken by the end of the season. When asked about swim-

ming, Kostya said this “We don’t just push the limit, we break it.”

State is coming up soon and these swimmers all will be attending.

They hope to do well.

There are also some goals that have been set for this year. Grand Junction, Montrose’s rival, is going to be beat at state according to the swimmers. They have also set goal times that they hope to reach by the end of this season.

Hopefully it will end as well as it started.

Michael and Kostya will be taking swimming on to the next level as well. Michael will attend the Air Force Academy for swimming and Kostya may attend Mesa State for swimming.

Lars Knutson does not know if he will continue into college. These swimmers are planning to become even faster by the end of the season. Good Luck Swimmers!!

Photo by Sierra McHugh Sierra McHugh and Katie O’Hern show off their awards for winning the game that became their ticket to attend state.

Rough Rackets Ready to Roll to State

By Ashleigh Balistreri Staff Writer The Cedaredge girls’ tennis team had their last matches of the season at Regional’s last weekend, except for the 4 doubles team of Katie O’Hern and Sierra McHugh.

With hard work and determination, the girls’ managed a big win in a playback against Delta. They made it to State. The girls made McFadden a proud coach since he hasn’t been able to take a team to State since 2005.

The girls wouldn’t be where they are today without the help of their teammates. Hope Shaw, a senior who plays 1 singles, is in a division where some of the best girls from across the state compete. Hope worked hard to the end and did not give up. The score was very close. Anastasia Burgess, 2 singles played in a third set tie breaker during her match and came very close to moving on.

Senior, Brianna Henrie played 3 Singles and made the team proud with great dedication this season.

The doubles teams did very well with Danielle Johnson and Jessica

Chevalier at 1 Doubles. The score did not come out in their favor, but they fought against some very difficult teams. Madison Hulteen and Andrea Bray played at 2 Doubles. Madison Hulteen says, “Our record wasn’t too hot this season but we always have next year, and I had a great season anyways.”

At 3 Doubles Ashleigh Balistreri and Ashlee Love made it to semifinals. Ashlee says, “We had a really great run this season, we’ve improved a lot and our record was really good. Getting that close just makes me want to work harder for next year.”

Sierra McHugh and Katie O’Hern are proud to represent Cedaredge at State this year. In the playback against Delta, the girls swept them winning both sets.

The girls are anxious to see what State is all about. They have been working for this moment all season, and their teammates couldn’t be happier for them.

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Loyalty Day observed at CMS

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

In Cedaredge on Tuesday, May 1, it was a day for students at Cedaredge Middle School to learn about and to recognize the contributions of people who serve their community and their country. They learned from men who have been there: members of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #9221 and Ladies Auxiliary.

Officers of the VFW Post took the lead in the observance with a history lesson of patriotic remembrance. They were assisted by the school staff who recognized those in the student body and community who have set examples of service and

loyalty to their school.

Following a posting of the colors by members of the CMS Color Guard and veterans, VFW post junior vice-commander Nelson Cederberg gave an address reviewing seven of the eight days of patriotic observance that everyone should remember because of the loyalty, courage, and sacrifice they commemorate: Veterans Day, Nov. 11; Pearl Harbor Day, Dec. 7; Memorial Day, last Monday in May; Independence Day, July 4; Patriot Day, Sept. 11; POW/MIA Day, third Friday in September; and, Flag Day, June 14.

The eighth day in the patriotic calendar, Loy-

alty Day, is celebrated on May 1 each year. It serves as a freedom- and libertyasserting counterweight to celebrations by the international Communist party which occur on the same day, explained Deon Strain, post commander.

While the threat of Soviet Communism has faded since end of the Cold War, Strain said that Loyalty Day is relevant and important because “it is a time to recognize the sacrifice” of people who serve others in the cause of freedom.

School principal Paul Rodriguez commenced the recognition portion of the observance saying, “We recognize a few of the many who have con-

tributed to our school.”

Police Chief Robert Yant received a community service recognition.

VFW Post member Bill Hendrix recognized members of the CMS Color guard unit sponsored

by Chere Wasser: Jade Gummo, Morgan Miller, Holly Jenkins, Mikayla Underwood, Andi Todd, Jessica Craig and Hannah Hatheway.

Also recognized were members serving on the Hunsicker Elementary Color Guard unit sponsored by Sandy Wilson: Dalia Alejandre, Camie Baldozier, Mickenzie Balistreri, Victoria Creech, Courtney Freeman, Hannah Gardner, Taylor Hancock, Kylee Hanson,

Garth Knutson, Max Moore, Larissa Prisbrey, Shelby Stone, Emily Tullis, Michelle Varanai and Whitney Wooley.

Individuals from the community who donate hours of their own time to expand and enrich students’ experience at CMS in adminsitration, academics, and athletics were also recognized.

They are Angel Ryan, Kent Salyer, Christina Ribbens, Heather McGovern, Art Trevena, Gary Armour and Michael Bates.

Special thanks were extended to Chere Wasser and to Michael Bowles, CMS band director.

The band played selections from “American Spirit Overture.”

CEDAREDGE HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE May 10 & 11

Western Slope League Track Meet, Grand Junction.

ASTRA Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

State Patrol Training, 8:00 a.m.; FFA District Event, 4:00 p.m.

FFA Lamb Fajitas at Hotchkiss; Music Department Concert in the Park, 1:00 p.m.

FFA Lamb Fajitas at Hotchkiss.

2012-2013 Class Scheduling.

Alumni/Senior/Faculty Basketball Game, 6:30 p.m.

Seniors’ Last Day; FFA Advisory, 6:30 p.m.

Free Health Clinic.

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Saturday evening, April 28, Grand Mesa Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 9221 elected members to serve in their new posts — Deon Strain, post commander; Bill Pease, senior vice-commander; Nelson Cederberg, junior vice-commander; John Loring, judge advocate general, Leroy Kenner, quartermaster; and David Craig, trustee.

Members of the CMS Color Guard unit and of VFW Post #9221 present colors at the opening of Loyalty Day observance on May 1.

Lumber Company, Inc. Annual Scramble Saturday, June 2, 2012 Registration to begin at 7:00 A.M. Shotgun Start at 8:00 A.M.

Two earn Alter scholarship

BY HANK LOHMEYER Staff Writer

For the fourth year, Cedaredge resident Tom Alter has awarded a $10,000 scholarship to each of two Cedaredge High School graduating seniors.

The recipients this year are Tani Zamarripa and Sidney Lynn Navarro. Applications were reviewed by Alder’s neighbors and friends who volunteered to help with the task, Rhoda Carignan and Joan Chambers.

Sidney said that her college goals are to attend the University of Wyoming majoring in agricultural communications and minoring in animal science.

“I want to further my education to make my family proud and continue to be independent and self-reliant,” she wrote in her essay. “I want to receive high honors in college, but more important-

ly strive to increase all my grade point averages.”

Tani’s academic resume posts a GPA of 3.85 with high marks in all of her science and social studies areas and many extracurricular achievements.

“When I picture my future, I picture myself working hard and helping people. I envision a life of service and of giving others hope when they do not possess any. I want to have a career where I am constantly being challenged, not a job that is terribly monotonous. I want to become a pediatrician,” Tani wrote.

The Alder Scholarship awards are based on a number of criteria including the effectiveness of the funds in helping student’s achieve their educational goals, academic achievement and community participation.

The scholarships have been awarded to two

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During a reception for honorees of the Tom Alter Scholarships on May 5 at DeerCreek Golf Club are, from left, Joan Chambers, scholarship committee; Sidney Lynn Navarro, scholarship recipient; Tom Alter; Tani Zamarripa, scholarship recipient; and Rhoda Carignan, scholarship committee.

female graduating CHS seniors each year. Pervious recipients were Erin Mahar and Barbara Ross in 2009; Kalie McQuillen and Amber Hernandez in 2010; and, Brook Hernandez and Lori Goehl last year.

Photo by Verna Barr

Bear Den for April Each month Cedaredge Elementary School honors select students from each class, based on their BRUIN Pride (B = backbone, R = respect, U = unique, I = inquisitive, and N = new learning). The students named to the April Bear Den are, from the left: front row — kindergarteners William Parker (R) and Libby Brooks (N) from Mrs. Meryn Harris’ class, Shelven Fair (R) and Kenzie Smothers (N) from Mrs. Janae Parsons’ class, Emma Durnez (R) and Gabrial Romero (N) from Mrs. Anna Shaklee’s class; first graders Jocelyn Rivera (B) and Marissa Smith (I) from Mrs. Jenna Arvidson’s class, Aspen Hilterbrand (B) and Jake Fast (N) from Ms. Nicole Melby’s class, Madison Carranza (R) and Damien Altamirano (N) (absent) from Mrs. Kelly Rienks’ class; middle row — second graders Gracie Fitts (N) and Skyler Bowers (N) from Ms. Stephanie Barton’s class, Faith Vader (B) and Jazzmine Harper (R) from Ms. Haley Benson’s class, Savannah Baldozier (R) and Hunter Kissner (N) from Mrs. Tricia Shriver’s class; third graders Jake Kuemmerlin (R&B) and Shyler Walker (B&R) from Mrs. Anna Gash’s class, Jadyn Gorham (N) and Mason Smelser (N) from Ms. Lampton’s class, Aby Lozano (R) and Cris Alejandre (I) from Ms. Stacy Schmalz’s class; back row — fourth graders Bailey Weiss (U) and Natalle Barnard (R) from Mr. Ryan Bonds’ class, Rebecca Hofius (B) and William Parker (R) from Mrs. Sheri McFadden’s class, Ellie Lewis (N) and Owen Craig (N) from Mr. Chuck Miller’s class; and fifth graders Manney Wilson (U) and Rebecca Bowers (B) from Mrs. Annie Griffin’s class, Emalee Brooks (R) and Luca Herod (R) from Mr. Kirby Henderson’s class, Courtney Freeman (B&R) and Faith Esquibel from Mr. Larry Thompson’s class. Each student had their photo taken with the school’s bear cub statue, which is posted on the bulletin board near the office, as well as recognition in the school newsletter and in the Delta County Independent.

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Paonia rancher Mark Roeber, chairman of the Federal Lands Committee of the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with the Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, and congressional leadership, regarding proposed changes to public land policies in western Colorado. The trip is part of the annual meeting of the Public Lands Council.

Roeber and Robbie BairdLeValley, immediate past president of Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, both from Delta County, were part of the Colorado delegation.

Secretary Salazar and Roeber discussed the expansion of the Great Sand Dunes National Park and wild life refuge area in the San Luis Valley.

Roeber and the delegation were concerned that the federal government might use eminent domain to seize private property for the expansion. Secretary Salazar assured Roeber the Interior Department was encouraging conservation easements.

Roeber and Secretary Salazar also discussed the re-introduction of the bison into Colorado. Roeber said, “I am against the re-introduction, as there is a real concern over brucellosis being transmitted from bison to cattle.”

Brucellosis, or Bang’s disease, causes cows to have miscarriages, low milk production, and even infertility when infected.

The disease is difficult to detect and even more difficult to prevent.

“The bison herd in Yellowstone has caused area ranchers frustration when the bison wander onto private lands,” Roeber explained. “The bison are protected, so if they wander onto a rancher’s

Mark Roeber land, they must be herded back.”

During the same visit to Washington, D.C., Roeber met with Colorado’s U.S. Senators Mark Udall and Michael Bennet, along with Congressman Scott Tipton. Roeber was encouraging our congressional delegation to per-

suade the Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, to adopt the Colorado Roadless Rule, as opposed to the Clinton Roadless Rule.

The Colorado plan calls for assessing unique environmental and economic decisions on a case-bycase basis and allowing temporary access to parts of the national forest.

Vilsack announced on May 2 that the Colorado Roadless Rule would be the preferred alternative.

Congressman Tipton is working with Roeber, and other farmers and ranchers in Colorado’s Third Congressional District, to craft legislation that will exempt family farms and ranches from the estate tax, as long as the descendants keep

the property in agriculture. Currently, the tax is levied against all estates in excess of $5 million.

Under current law, if the heirs can’t afford the 35 percent inheritance tax, then the family farm or ranch is sold to pay off the tax debt.

Roeber said, “This was a successful trip and a unique opportunity for a rancher from Delta County to be able to express his concerns, as well as those of other western Colorado ranchers, to Secretary Salazar and members of congress.” This is Roeber’s twelfth trip, in 20 years, to Washington D.C. to meet with legislators advocating for Colorado agriculture with an emphasis on public lands grazing.

Extension honors two from Delta County Colorado Association of Extension 4-H Agents recently honored the Delta County 4-H Program and specifically Karen Scheele-Nittler and F. Isaac Munoz.

Karen and Isaac won the following categories: Educational Package Award–Team: this package included flyers, brochures and other information that is provided to clubs, members, and families to help them learn more about how the 4-H program works. It also included information on field days and other educational events.

Educational Piece Award–Team: this submission was the TRA 4-H Parent Handbook which was created specifically for parents to provide them with information about 4-H and help them

to keep track of important dates, meeting locations, etc.

Periodical Publication Award–Team– Delta County 4-H News: This monthly newsletter was created by Isaac and Karen and is provided to 4-H families, the Delta County Fairboard, and other interested parties throughout the county.

Promotional Package Award–Team: this package included press releases, flyers and news articles that promote the 4-H program throughout Delta County.

All of these entries have now been forwarded to the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents (NAE4-HA) Western Regional competition.

This competition includes entries from roughly 15 western states and is the

Karen Scheele-Nittler and F. Isaac Munoz precursor to the national competition.

Delta County 4-H and Colorado State University Extension congratulate Karen and Isaac on their many accomplishments. For more information about 4-H or CSU Extension, contact the Delta County office at 874-2195.

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Beautifully remodeled 3BR/2BA, 2131 sq. ft. home with granite counters, new cabinets in the kitchen, 2 master suites, one on each level, numerous outbuildings. $229,000 #667374

Scenic Views…Lovely 3BR/2BA, 1532 sq. ft. home features an open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, double glass sliding doors open up to south facing deck with amazing San Juan Views. Attached two car garage on 1.85 acres with irrigation water through HOA. $249,000 #667329

Dream Horse Property…Two Homes, 44+ Acres includes 2 water taps, 1950 sq. ft. shop, horse riding area, early water for irrigation. 3300+ sq. ft. home, plus 900+ sq. ft. rental home. $375,000 #650337; OR All of this PLUS prime irrigation water for $500,000. #639595

Affordable Delight…Very well cared for 1200 sq. ft. townhome features 2 comfortable sized bedrooms, covered back deck, covered front entry, attached 1 car garage. Low maintenance metal roof. Close to medical, library, shopping & dining. $124,900 #665645

Clean, Cozy Home…3BR/2BA, 1400 sq. ft. home on a beautiful lot is ready for you to move right in. Oversized 2 car garage has plenty of storage, covered concrete walk in front and covered patio in back, auto sprinkler system. Great room has dining area with wood stove, cozy breakfast nook just off the kitchen. $169,500 #656975

Build Your Dream Home… on this 1.05 acre parcel with breathtaking views of the West Elks & San Juans.

Property includes Orchard City water tap, installed.

Irrigation provided through HOA for your garden. Seller is Colorado licensed real estate broker. $55,000 #642887

Janice Jones

Marsha Bryan

Greg Stratman

John Freeman

Norm or Christi Prettyman

Janice Jones

Bert Sibley

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Crawford – Residential

Hotchkiss – Residential

Hotchkiss – Home + Acreage

Hotchkiss – Acreage

Crawford – Vacant Land

Sustainable Farm…Peaceful 19+ acres with river frontage. Charming 4br/1ba farmhouse with many upgrades.

New boiler, new siding and windows. Covered porch, flowerbeds, garden, shop with power and water. Large old barn with corrals and several other outbuildings. $399,500 #662864

80 Acres…irrigated ranch on Rogers Mesa. Good productive pasture and potential for hay crop. Excellent views of the West Elk Mountains and views towards Crawford. 20 GPM domestic well. 3 br, 2.5ba with 2 car garage that is ready to move in to. $699,000 #661531

Updated…spacious and immaculate! Over 2,700 sq. ft., 3 bed/2 bath, with potential for a 4th bedroom. You can’t get better views and a prettier setting than this half acre lot. Complete with fruit and nut trees, berries, greenhouse and garage/workshop. $229,000 #667065

Price Reduced…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 $89,000 #664382

End of Road…and bordered on 2 sides by BLM with a private shooting range, small horse corral, chicken house and spectacular views in all directions on 35+ acres. The home and shop are in great condition with a very low maintenance yard. $200,000 #656948

Private…fully equipped, modern cabin on 500 Acres +/- of mtn. recreational land bordering Forest Service on 2 sides. Acreage is owned by an Association limited to 12 members; buyer will own cabin + a share of stock in the Assn. www.tourfactory. com/780194 $195,000 #661804

40 Acre Parcel…on Fruitland Mesa has a fantastic price for vacant land and the views are stunning. Build your dream home on this parcel and rarely see another soul. Adjacent to BLM, with wildlife galore! $135,000 #656500

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Rentals 1 bedroom - 1 bath house in Austin Office building for lease in downtown Delta.

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874-9803 • 874-4006 LIKE NEW TOWNHOUSE three bedroom, two bath, gas-log fireplace, new carpet throughout. Near Delta Hospital. Outside maintenance free. No pets, no smoking. Available May 1 or earlier. Call 856-4214.

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New carpet, carport and garage. $600 per month.

970-778-9546. (2x18) FOR RENT IN PAONIA: Two bedroom, one bath, 800 square foot house. $650 per month. Gas heat.

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Leave message. (tfnx19) FOR SALE BY OWNER Adorable four bedroom, PUPPIES, FREE BLACK two bath home, 1350 sq.

MOTHER'S DAY FINE Labrador and border collie feet. Built in 2007, located mix.

Born March 30, three chocolates at Drost's in in a quiet neighborhood in female and three male. Call downtown Eckert. (1x19) Delta. Beautiful yard, sprin258-4094. (4x17) kler system and cedar fence.

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65, Eckert. See insert in MOVING? CHANGING Asking $179,900. Please call today's paper. (1x19) YOUR ADDRESS? 970-874-5693 if interested.

Please give the Delta (4x17) DO YOU HAVE AN UNwanted item that is taking County Independent 10 days notice — PO Box up space in your closet?

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MOBILE HOME PARK + RESIDENCE! GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! Very Nice, Low-Vacancy Rate, 14-Unit Mobile Home Park on 4-1/2-Acres w/2nd .41Acre Parcel w/3BR/2BA StickBuilt Home. 13 of the Mobiles are privately owned & not included in the sale; 1 Mobile is included. Includes 2 O/C Multi-Water Taps, 2 Septic Systems, 15 Gas & DMEA Meters. Well Maintained, Clean, Appealing Treed Setting. Orchard City, #667770, $485,000

A REALLY SWEET DEAL! Wonderful Opportunity to purchase a Really Sweet & Pretty, Clean & Roomy Mfd. Home on a Sweet & Lovely Lot w/Privacy Fencing & Hedges at an Affordable Price! Split Bedroom, Sep. Dining, Sep. Laundry, Covered Frt. Porch, Covered Back Deck, Courtyard, Hot Tub, Great Setting! Fully Financeable w/Payments less than you’d pay for rent! Cedaredge, #645166, $84,900

CRAFTSMAN MOWER electric start, self propelled mower, $65. Schwinn Voyageur bicycle. Excellent condition. $100. 249-5791.

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COUNTRY HOME ON 10 BUSINESS acres fully landscaped, OPPORTUNITIES three bedroom, two bath, washer/dryer included.

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IRRIGATION, ACREAGE & HOME! 24+ acres formerly a good producing orchard has a micro-jet watering system for efficient irrigation. Water rights include 8 Shares of Cedar Mesa Ditch and 15 Shares of Cedar Mesa Reservoir. Quaint turn-of-the-century 1444 sq. ft. farm house, log storage building & large garage/shop.

Enormous views! $350,000 Cedaredge, CO #571118

◆ WATER TAP INCLUDED! Nearly 15 acres with a seasonal ditch & 360° views.

Build your dream home on this wooded Redlands Mesa acreage. Phone & electric on the road side of property, shared drive. $139,000 Hotchkiss, CO #594569 ◆ BEAUTIFUL WOODED 8+ ACRES! Desirable north of Cedaredge location with terrific mix of trees & pasture with southern exposure and varied building sites.

Includes water tap. Modular homes allowed. $95,000 Cedaredge, CO #595575 ◆ STREAMSIDE SPLENDOR! Nearly 16 acres along side Milk Creek with excellent views! Southern exposure, privacy & great building sites. Irrigation water included but system currently not in place. $200,000 Cedaredge, CO #613487

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Home Health of Western Colorado is looking for a fulltime Quality Improvement Nurse. This nurse will be responsible for coordinating and implementing the agency’s Total Quality Management Plan. This position requires an RN with minimum of 2 years nursing experience. Home care experience preferred.

To apply please email resume to: cmerriman@voa.org or submit in person at: 300 N. Cascade Ave., Ste. U-9 Montrose, CO EOE. Drug-Free Workplace.

TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY

TRAILER SALES ENCLOSED 5X8 UTILITY trailer.

Factory made Haulmark brand. Excellent condition. $1700.00 8744558 (tfn)

YARD SALES MOVING SALE FRIDAY and Saturday, May 11 and 12. Household items, tooks, books, mens magazines, furniture and more.

Lots of freebies. 60352 Gunnison Road (west of Hwy. 50, three miles south of Olathe). (1x19) YOUR LISTING HERE! call now... 874-4421

EDUCATION

CRAFT AND FELLOWship: Would you like to learn to sew, knit, crochet, quilt or cross-stitch?

Come to Thunder Mountain Church of Christ every Monday night from 7 to 9 p.m. or during the day from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. 800 Palmer Street, Delta. All are Welcome! (3x18)

HELP WANTED THE CITY OF DELTA IS accepting applications for Administration Coordinator.

Under direct supervision of Recreation Director, will supervise recreation front desk operations, cash entries, bookkeeping, proshop ordering, pricing and inventory. Will focus heavily on providing excellent customer service, promoting and coordinating recreation center membership and program registration activities. Assists Director with other general duties.

Will perform duties as night manager of facility. Any combination of experience and training equivalent to completion of high school.

One year clerical and cash control in center operations experience or related field required. Course work in general cash control methods and at least one year experience working with these methods. Experience in retail sales and customer service preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age or older at time of hire; CPR and First Aid certifications are required within six months of employment; will be required to successfully pass a background check and pre-employment drug test, and schedule of working hours could include early mornings, evenings, holidays and weekends.

Position is full-time with 40 hours per work week and benefits. Entry pay is $18.38/hour. A completed City of Delta employment application submitted to HR Director, 360 Main Street, Delta, CO 81416, if interested is required by noon May 18, 2012. Please do not submit application to recreation center. Application and benefit information located on web www.cityofdelta.net.

EOE/MF. (2x19) WAITRESS OR WAITER over 18, bilingual. Apply in person. 420 Main Street, Delta. (2x18) LIGHT DELIVERY Driver wanted. Must have own car, be responsible.

Part-time for a little extra cash. (3x19)

HELP WANTED

Position:

Specializing in Person-Centered Care

HELP WANTED

Hiring for: Full Time RN Restorative/Wound Nurse

Assistant Technology Coordinator – Delta Montrose Technical College

Location:

Delta-Montrose Technical College 1765 Hwy 50 Delta, Colorado 81416

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Deadline:

May 10, 2012

Experience Preferred.

Apply in Person.

Cyndy or Brandi 750 S. 8th Street Olathe, CO 81425

Please send letter of interest, resume and references to: E:mail – Barry Rochford brochford@deltaschools.com Experience: REQUIRED Expert in Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, particularly 2008 R2 and 2003 Expert in Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Expert in Microsoft Windows client operating systems, particularly Windows XP and 7 Expert in hardware and software support CompTIA A+ Certified Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suites Basic knowledge of VMware VSphere and virtualization technology Experience with system deployment and imaging Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and basic network security Excellent customer service skills PREFERRED Experience with Volume Shadow Copy Experience with Server Backups Experience with SAN and NAS systems, particularly Drobo brand Project and budget planning experience Experience with Moodle or other LMS Experience with Symantec Ghost Experience with FOG Server Experience with Linux, particularly Ubuntu Experience with Mac OS X CompTIA Network+, Server+, Security+ MCP/MCSA/MCSE/MCITP:SA/MCITP:SE

For a quote on all your printing needs call Randy Crespin at 874-4421.

D E LTA - M O N T R O S E Technical College is offering EMT courses starting in May and June, 2012.

May 21 starts an evening class meeting Monday & Wednesday evenings, 6 to 9:30 p.m. with alternating Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Class times lasts 16 weeks, then six weeks to complete clinicals. June 4 starts an accelerated day class meeting Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., then six weeks to complete clinicals.

DMTC has been awarded a Colorado EMS CREATE grant that will pay half the cost for those who qualify.

Call 970-874-6540 or e-mail ems@dmtc.edu. (1x19)

WORK WANTED

PUBLIC SERVICE THE DISTRICT ATTORNey's Office provides services to those who have been victimized by a crime of domestic violence, assault and other crimes.

To learn more about the victim assistance services provided by the District Attorney's Office, please contact Peggy Saxton at 970-874-2085. (tfx41) HOTCHKISS-CRAWFORD Historical Museum. Winter hours, Saturdays 1-4 p.m. thru December 24. $3 admission or free to members.

Come see our museum at 2nd & Hotchkiss Streets in Hotchkiss. 872-3780. (tfx44) ALCOHOLICS ANONYmous, at Friends of Bill W. club at 9th and Palmer, meets Sunday 1 p.m., 7 p.m.

Monday at noon, Tuesday at noon, Wednesday at noon, 5:30 ladies only. Thursday at noon, and 8 p.m., Friday at noon, Saturday 12:15 p.m. Call 874-8282. (tfnx5) ALCOHOLICS ANONYmous meeting, women only, (non-smoking), Saturdays, 11 a.m., in the basement of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5th and Palmer, (go to the back door). (tfx1) NARCOTICS ANONYmous meets at 9th and Palmer, Delta, Mondays and Fridays at 8 p.m. (tfnx5) BECAWS! DONATIONS needed.

Credit cards accepted. Call 970-5273350, or visit cawsonline. org. Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS) DELTA FOOD PANTRY needs meals for Delta families who are temporarily in need. Donations of non-perishable food may be brought to 628 Meeker. (tfx36)

HELP!!!

KEEP THE animal population under control, and SAVE an aniEXPERIENCED RANCH mal's life. Adopt your new hand looking for work. Call cat or dog from the Delta Randall at 970-874-6993. County Humane Society.

(2x18) Adoption fee is minimal.

Call 874-2149. (DCHS)

ADVERTISE 874-4421 MISC.

BECAWS! ADOPT A DOG or cat today. Call 970-5273350, or visit cawsonline. org. Delta County Citizens for Animal Welfare and Shelter (CAWS)

MISC.

HORIZONS CARE CENTER 11411 Hwy. 65 • Eckert, CO 81418

Looking for a new challenge?

Then Horizons Health Care is looking for you!

Director of Rehabilitation Part-time Dietary Aide DELTA VISION HCP IS looking to hire a Front Desk/Receptionist person.

Applicants must have at least two years of front desk/receptionist experience. Must demonstrate outstanding communication skills, be people-oriented and kid friendly, be selfmotivated, incredibly organized, and be very fluent in computer and Internet skills, MS Office programs, and Google Calendars and Documents. 37.5 hours/ week, benefits available. 90 day probationary/trial time period to ensure a good fit with the program. Drop off or send a resume, cover letter, and four work references to 1080 Pioneer Road, Delta, CO 81416, fax to 874-8336, or e-mail to jclemens@deltavision2. com. All materials must be received by Friday, May 18 at 4 p.m. (2x19) THE TOWN OF CEDARedge is accepting applications for Town Clerk.

Specific duties and responsibilities are provided in a detailed job description available at Town Hall or town website. The position is full-time with benefits.

Starting wage is $17 to $18.50 per hour (depending on experience). Employee will report directly to the Town Administrator.

Interested persons may submit a completed Town application to the Town Administrator's Office on or before 4 p.m. May 22, 2012. Applications may be obtained at Town Hall, 235 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 398 for mailing, Cedaredge, CO 81413, by calling 970-8563123 or www.cedaredgecol orado.com. A resume may be attached to the Town application. The Town of Cedaredge is an EOE/ADA employer. (3x18)

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FROM THE PAST COMPILED FROM DELTA NEWSPAPERS

By DELTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 251 Meeker St., Delta • 874-8721 May 10, 1912 (From the Delta Independent) The second Sunday in May has in recent years had the distinction of being “Mothers Day.” Services in honor of mother, and in recognition of her faithfulness, gentleness and devotion to the home, will be held in the Baptist church at 11 o’clock Sunday morning. The pastor will preach a special sermon, and choice music will be furnished by the choir. One of the features of the program will be the presentation to each mother present of a white carnation; no flower of garden or field could be a happier choice. *** A lady remarked in our hearing a few days ago while discussing county newspapers with some of her friends that it “did not take any great amount of brains to publish a county paper.” The lady is mistaken. It takes more gray matter, patient tact, forbearance, grit and determination to succeed, to make a newspaper successful than it does to most of the lines of endeavor. ***

Last Sunday the Austin baseball team went up to Somerset thinking they would have another scalp hanging on their belt. They have another think coming. All was serene and the world looked lovely in the early part of the game. Suddenly the coal miners woke up and then the fun commenced and at the end of the ninth inning the score was 7 to 8 in favor of the coal miners. *** The North Fork Times editor and family walked out to Lazear Sunday evening and noted quite a little improvement going on in that little village.

Four new buildings are in course of construction, one to be used as a store which will make two for the town. *** The question of whether or not Orchard City would be incorporated was decided yesterday by a vote of 56 to 69. It was a hard fight as the vote will show. They incorporate. *** The election to incorporate Orchard City, which includes Austin, Appleton and Cory, which was held May 2, carried by fourteen [sic] votes. *** The residence of Mrs. Linkletter on Columbia street is being moved from the rear to the front of the lot and will be remodeled and improved. *** It is the expectation of the board of directors to open the public library Tuesday May 12. Further particulars will be given next week. All persons having books to contribute will please notify Miss Nutter. *** The Delta Store, successor to the Union Trading company, has taken a lease on the room in the Odd Fellows building formerly occupied by the Ramsay

Dry Goods company and will take possession of the property on or about May 1st. *** The loyal order of Moose have taken a lease of the entire second floor of the Harry Mathers building on Main street and the place is now being remodeled at their direction. The order will move into the new quarters some time next week. *** It is that time of year when water users of this section should exercise great care in their irrigation work in order to prevent flooding of the public highway. Much damage always results to our roads in this manner and county expense is thereby increased. *** Ed S. Stone had his right wrist fractured or at least severely sprained last Saturday when cranking one of the machines making the trip to Cedaredge with a party of local Elks who attended the funeral of Mrs. Hocker. He enlisted the aid of a physician as soon as he reached home, and the injury was pronounced “crank fracture,” one that is quite common since the auto has come into use.

The hand is badly swollen and Ed scarcely hopes to attend office duties for several days to come. *** Captain Head had a somewhat sudden attack of illness a week ago and the report got out that he had died. We noticed him on the street, however, a few days later, and he emphatically denied the report, saying he was getting ready to hit the range, ride after cattle, and, if possible, get some wild meat. Captain Head, who will be ninety years old in September next, is a rugged specimen of the Western pioneer, who stands erect impresses one as thirty years younger than his age indicates. ***

LOCAL NEWS

Delta County Independent

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

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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 Cedaredge Friends of the Library - Charlie Winger, Mountaineer and Writer. Enjoy the adventures of Charlie’s 35 years of mountaineering, rock and ice climbing, and world travels.

Some of his stories are hair-raising, some are a little crazy, and some will have you laughing out loud. Thursday, May 10, 7 p.m. at the Stolte Shed in Cedaredge.

Computer Class.

Learn how to organize files in your computer.

Friday, May 11, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Crafty Saturday. Do you have a face only a mother could love? Come to Crafty Saturday and get your picture taken to give mom on Mother’s Day! All supplies including photo will be provided. Saturday, May 12, from 10:30 to noon. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Beginners Computer Class. Beginners learn to use your Gmail account. Saturday, May 12, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Fun-For-All Craft Day. Kids in grades 3-

Community dance set for May 19 Ula Vaun-Kirkman will provide music for a community evening dance Saturday, May 19, at Bill Heddles Recreation Center. The dance will run from 7 to 10 p.m. and costs $4 at the door.

Please bring a snack to share.

5 come and make your own “Bubble Snake Blowers.” Anything that has bubble and snake in the title must be fun to make.

Thursday, May, 17 at 3:45 p.m.

Adult Craft Class.

Come and enjoy making a fun craft with Cara. Friday, May 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up as space is limited.

Computer Class.

Come and learn all about the iPad Friday, May 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Contact Cedaredge Library at 856-3518 to sign up.

Tween Book Club.

Wednesday, May 30, from 3:45 to 4:30p.m. For more information contact the Cedaredge Library at 856-3518.

Storytimes. Baby and Tot storytimes are Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Preschooler storytimes are Wednesdays at 11 a.m.

Crawford One-On-One Computer Tutor. Crawford Library is now offering one-on-one computer help. Bring specific computer questions or just spend time honing your skills each Wednesday in May from 3 to 5 p.m.

Basic Microsoft Word. Learn how to create documents, letters, resumes, calendars, and more for all ages. Friday, May 11, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Business Cards in Microsoft Word. It is easy to make your own business cards using Microsoft Word. Friday, May 25, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Scrapbooking. Bring your scrapping stuff and work on your latest project. Saturday, May 26, from noon to 8 p.m. Call the Crawford Library at 921-3500 for details.

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.

Delta Family Movie. Treat mom to a movie before Mother’s Day and enjoy drinks and popcorn on us! Come and see this

epic adventure movie for all ages from legendary director Steven Spielberg Thursday, May 10, at 4:15 p.m.

Teens/Tweens Own The Night. Want to get ready for summer reading extra early? The library will host a presummer registration party to help kick off the summer right! There will be drinks, snacks, and of course registration forms. Thursday, May 17, at 4:15 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, May 17, from 1 to 6 p.m. Sign up at the Delta Library or call 874-9630.

Dream Big - Read!

Sign up for the summer reading program at this all-day event. Kids will have an opportunity to receive an activities booklet and a summer reading program calendar of events. All day Friday, May 18.

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.

Hotchkiss One-on-One Computer Help. Anytime during open hours.

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 more information, contact the library at 872-4153.

Paonia Evening Book Club.

Paonia Library Book Club selection for May is “The Dressmaker of Khair Khana” by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon. This story presents a fearless young woman who became a dress-making entrepreneur in Talibanruled Afghanistan. Read the book and join the discussion, Thursday, May 10, from 7 to 8 p.m. Contact the library at 5273470 to reserve a copy.

Basic Publisher

Computer Class. Learn to make flyers, posters, calendars, and more using Publisher software.

Wednesday, May 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. Limited to eight participants so call the library at 527-3470 to sign up.

Teen Night. Learn about trivia, food, and

activities from Jamaica.

Thursday, May 17 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Greeting Card Workshop. Create your own cards for special occasions. Swap supplies and ideas with other card makers. Some basic supplies are provided but donations are welcome.

Bring paper-crafting tools if you have them.

Tuesday, May 22, from 2 to 5 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.

Input sought for Grand Mesa bear management Colorado Parks and Wildlife is seeking public input on the development of bear management plans for hunting units on the Grand Mesa.

During the month of May, wildlife managers will host public meetings in Grand Junction, Hotchkiss, Rifle and Collbran to provide information on bear management and seek public comment on how to maintain a healthy bear population while reducing bear conflicts. The areas up for discussion include Game Management Units, 41, 42, 421, 411, 52, 53, 63 and 521.

“Wildlife management is based on science and research, but the public’s input is critical in making final determinations,” said northwest regional manager Ron Velarde.

“We strongly urge Colo-

rado’s citizens to participate in managing their wildlife.”

Bear management plans will also consider input from various land management agencies.

At the meetings, members of the public can learn about the current and historic status of black bears on the Grand Mesa, and wildlife managers will ask for input about future objectives and management strategies, including trends in population size. Meeting population objectives is typically accomplished through hunting, a proven and effective management tool.

“Because conflicts continue to be a concern for our citizens, it is vitally important for them to

participate in managing their bears,” said terrestrial biologist Stephanie Duckett. “We really encourage interested members of the public to come tell us what they think.”

A public presentation will be held Monday, May 14, at Memorial Hall, 149 East Main Street in Hotchkiss, from 6 to 8 p.m.

A paper survey will be available at the presentation. In addition, an electronic survey will be available on the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website. Go to www.wildlife. state.co.us, click on the “Hunting” tab, then click on “Big Game” on the lefthand menu, then scroll down and select “Herd Management Plans.”

Talk with a Drivers’ lawyer for free safety course offered

Bill Heddles Recreation Center will host the AARP Driver Safety Program from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, June 18.

Keep up on newer traffic laws while saving money on insurance. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. Pre-registration is required. Contact LaFawn or Bob Brown at 527-5199.

Talk with a lawyer for free on Thursday, May 10, 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 these services. A volunteer lawyer will then be available for brief con-

sultation 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. This service is sponsored by the 7th Judicial Bar Association and the Uncompahgre Volunteer Legal Aid on a monthly basis.

PUBLIC NOTICES COMBINED NOTICE RESTART - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2010-0088 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, 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) Lynette Mott Original Beneficiary(ies) Norwest Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon, fka The Bank of New York as Successor in interest to JP Morgan Chase Bank NA as Trustee for Bear Stearns Asset-Backed Securities Trust 2005-SD4, Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2005-SD4 Date of Deed of Trust 7/26/1999 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 7/27/1999 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 527032 Book: 836 Page: 589 Original Principal Amount $42,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $36,599.24 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 23, BLOCK 2, BRUCE AND JOHNSON SUBDIVISION LOCATED IN THE NW1/4SW1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 15 SOUTH, RANGE 95 WEST 6TH P.M. MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT 23 WITH THE PRODUCED LINE FROM A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 12457 TO A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 3657 WHICH BEARS NORTH 72°22'27" EAST 2,097.67 FEET FROM DELTA TOWNSITE CORNER NUMBER 2 (D.T.2) AND CONSIDERING A LINE FROM A BRASS MONUMENT AT SAID D.T.2 ON THE NORTH EAST CORNER OF THE CURB AT THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 92 WITH HIGHWAY 50 TO A RAILROAD SPIKE IN HIGHWAY 50 AT CONTROL POINT 31 OF THE DELTA CONTROL SYSTEM TO BEAR NORTH 12°46'04" EAST AND ALL OTHER BEARINGS TO BE RELATIVE THERETO; THENCE SOUTH 08°35'50" EAST 102.66 FEET ON THE SAID EAST LINE OF LOT 23 TO THE NORTH LINE OF CRAWFORD AVENUE; THENCE SOUTH 84°27'05" WEST 91.00 FEET ON THE SAID NORTH LINE OF CRAWFORD AVENUE; THENCE NORTH 05°14'49" WEST 102.63

FEET TO A POINT ON THE SAID PRODUCED LINE FROM A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP

BY L.S. 12457 TO A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP L.S. 3657; THENCE NORTH 84°31'38" EAST 85.00 FEET ON THE SAID PRODUCED LINE FROM A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 12457 TO A NUMBER 5 REBAR AND ALUMINUM CAP BY L.S. 3657 TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 517 Crawford Avenue, 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 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: CHRISTOPHER T. GROEN #39976 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, 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 # 10-10283 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of GRACE ALMO SHOCK, a/k/a GRACE A. SHOCK, a/k/a GRACE SHOCK, Deceased Case Number 12PR35 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 September 3, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

James Shock Person Giving Notice 12140 Highway 65 Austin, CO 81410 Attorney for Personal Representative Aaron R. Clay PO Box 38 Delta CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Frances M. Soliz, Deceased Case Number 12 PR 24 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 September 3, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Gerald B. Feather Attorney for Personal Representative P.O. Box 1704 Grand Junction, CO 81506 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of JANE S. REED, Deceased Case Number 12 PR 38 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 September 2, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Melva Gray Person Giving Notice 12655 Latigo Place Elbert, CO 80106 Attorney for Personal Representative: Michael R. Dodson Clay and Dodson, P.C. PO Box 38 Delta CO 81416 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

ORDINANCE NO. 10, 2012 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, AMENDING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 1, OF THE ORIGINAL PLAT OF DELTA FROM R-4 TO B-2.

WHEREAS, the owners of property described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, of the original plat of the City of Delta, Colorado, located at 101 Grand Avenue, have applied for its re-zoning in order to accommodate a range of future business usage; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, following a hearing, has recommended that zoning for the property be changed, as requested,

from its present designation as R-4 to a new designation of B-2; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the requested amendment will not be adverse to the public health, safety and welfare and that conditions in the area affected, or in adjacent areas, have changed materially since the property was last zoned. Therefore, the requested zoning amendment meets the criteria for zoning changes set forth in Delta Municipal Code Section 17.04.270.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, as follows: Section 1. The zoning designation for the property described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, of the Original Plat of the City of Delta, Colorado is hereby changed from R-4 to B-2.

Section 2. The official zoning map of the City shall be amended as soon as practicable to reflect the aforementioned zoning change.

ADOPTED on first reading and ordered published this 17th day of April, 2012. /s/ Edward C. Sisson Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk ADOPTED on second and final reading and ordered published this 1st day of May, 2012. /s/ Edward C. Sisson Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk CERTIFICATE STATE OF COLORADO ) ) ss.

CITY OF DELTA ) I, Jolene E. Nelson, City Clerk of the City of Delta, Colorado, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing ordinance was introduced, read in full and passed on first reading at a regular meeting on the City Council of the City of Delta on April 17, 2012, and published in the Delta County Independent, a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Delta in its issue of April 25, 2012, and was finally adopted and approved at a regular meeting of the City Council on May 1, 2012, and ordered published as Ordinance No. 10, Series of 2012, of said City as provided by law.

IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the Seal of the City of Delta, Colorado, this 1st day of May, 2012.

(SEAL) /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

COUNCIL BILL #12, 2012 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO AMENDING CERTAIN SUB-PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 15.04.080.B OF THE DELTA MUNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY REQUIREMENTS FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT/ LANDSCAPING PLANS SUBMITTED IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATIONS FOR BUILDING PERMITS.

WHEREAS the City of Delta has established certain requirements for landscaping in connection with development of real property within its respective zoning districts; and WHEREAS, a number of local citizens and businesses have complained that the City’s existing landscaping requirements require excessive consumption of valuable water resources and are otherwise financially onerous to comply with; and WHEREAS, after considering the aforementioned complaints and conducting a related review of the pertinent provisions of the Delta Municipal Code, City staff has found it appropriate to recommend that some of the landscaping requirements complained of be softened; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that implementing the staff’s recommendations will indeed serve the purpose of conserving water resources and will not otherwise prejudice public health, safety or welfare.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Section 15.04.080.

B.1.d.ii of the Delta Municipal Code is hereby amended to provide as follows: ii. Inclusive of the above frontage requirement, landscaping shall be required in at least 15% of that part of the site not covered by buildings for sites located in residential zoning districts; at least 6% of that part of the site not covered by buildings for sites located in commercial zoning districts; and at least 2% of that part of the site not covered by buildings for sites located in industrial zoning districts.

Section 2. Section 15.04.080.

B.1.d.iv. of the Delta Municipal Code is hereby amended to provide as follows: iv. Such landscaping shall consist of trees, shrubs, and ground covers, and may include up to a maximum of 60% coverage in inert materials such as decorative paving stones, lava rock, pea gravel, etc., excluding from the calculation of the area to be landscaped any portion that is lawfully covered by a building.”

Section 3. Except for the aforementioned subsections amended hereby, all other portions of Section 15.04.080 of the Delta Municipal Code are hereby ratified and confirmed as presently written.

ADOPTED ON FIRST READING THIS 1ST DAY OF MAY, 2012. /s/ Edward C. Sisson Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

NOTICE OF CHANGE* NOTICE AS TO PROPOSED BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a proposed budget will be submitted

to the Board of Education of the Delta County Joint School District No. 50 for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013. On May 15, 2012 7:00 p.m. at Crawford Elementary School, a preliminary proposed budget will be presented to the Board of Education and for public hearing and filed in the office of Delta County School District 50J where same is open for public inspection. It will be presented for public hearing and adoption at the regular meeting of the Board of Education of Delta County School District 50J June 14, 2012* at 7:00 p.m. at the Delta County Center for Performing Arts and Education. Any taxpayer within Delta County Joint School District No. 50 may at any time prior to the final adoption of the budget file or register his objections thereto. *Date was changed from first notice Dated May 3, 2012 Board of Education

By Terry Kimber Finance Director Published in the Delta County Independent May 9 and 16, 2012.

NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO STORAGE LIEN Pursuant to C.R.S. 1973 Section 3821.5-101 et. seq., notice is hereby given that the following property of Nicole Hall last known address is 180 Centennial Ave., Cedaredge, CO 81413, whose property is stored at Grand Mesa Mini Storage, Units #13 will be sold to the highest bidder at 2 PM on May 19th, 2012 at Grand Mesa Mini Storage, 1355 SW 9th Street, Cedaredge, CO 81413.

The storage unit contains the following property: misc. goods.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 9 and 16, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE Delta County, 501 Palmer Street, Delta, CO 81416, (970) 874-2035 has filed an application for an Amendment to a Reclamation Permit with the Colorado Mined Land Reclamation Board under provisions of the Colorado Land Reclamation Act for the Extraction of Construction Materials. The proposed mine is known as the Lemoine Pit and is located at or near NW1/4SE1/4, Section 20, Township 14 South, Range 92 West, 6th Prime Meridian, Delta County, Colorado.

The proposed date of commencement is August 1, 2012, and the proposed date of completion is October 30, 2020. The proposed future use of the land is General Agriculture.

Additional information and the tentative decision date may be obtained from the Division of Reclamation, Mining and Safety, 1313 Sherman Street, Room 215, Denver, Colorado, 80203, (303) 8663567, or at the Delta County Clerk and Recorder's office; 501 Palmer Street, Delta, Colorado, 81416, or the above named applicant. A

complete copy of the application is available at the above named County Clerk and Recorder's office and at the Division's office.

Comments Concerning the application and exhibits must be in writing and must be received by the Division of Minerals and Geology by 4:00 p.m. on June 19, 2012.

Please note that under the provisions of C.R.S. 34-32.5 -101, et. seq., comments related to noise, truck traffic, hours of operation, visual impacts, effects on property values and other social or economic concerns are issues not subject to this Office's jurisdiction. These subjects are typically addressed by your local government, rather than the Division Reclamation, Mining and Safety or the Mined Land Reclamation Board.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

STORAGE UNIT SALE Contents of Farnsworth Minis Unit C23 located at 175 Hwy 133 in Paonia, CO. Unknown contents belonging to Don and Dorothy Husted, last known address: 225 Clark Ave., Paonia, CO. 81428 Contents of this unit will be disposed of on June 5, 2012, as Farnsworth Minis chooses.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 9 and 16, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF DELTA NOTICE OF CONTRACTOR'S SETTLEMENT Notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of May, 2012, at Delta, Colorado, final settlement will be made by the City of Delta with Cooling's Heating & Air Conditioning, hereinafter called the "Contractor" for and on account of the contract for the Bill Heddles Recreation Center pool mechanical system replacement project.

1. Any person, copartnership, association or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said project for or on account of the furnishing of labor, materials, team hire, sustenance, provisions, provender, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor of any of the subcontractors in or about the performance of said work, may at any time up to and including said time of such final settlement, file a verified statement of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claims.

2. All such claims shall be filed with the City Clerk of the City of Delta, Colorado, 360 Main Street, Delta, Colorado.

3. Failure on the part of a creditor to file such statement prior to such final settlement will relieve the City of Delta from any and all liability for each claim.

Dated at Delta, Colorado, the 7th day of May, 2012.

CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO Published in the Delta County Independent May 9 and 16, 2012.

D4 Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Public Notices Your Right To Know Legal Deadline is Monday at 10 a.m.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0023 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 7, 2012, 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 D. WILBUR Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for CTX MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC 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 2/18/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2/25/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 623184 Original Principal Amount $194,677.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $187,830.71 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 32, MESA CREST ESTATES, AMENDMENT NO. 2, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 2582 RIDGE 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, 06/06/2012, 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 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/07/2012 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 # 1269.08304 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0026 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 16, 2012, 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) CHRISTOPHER R. DARLING Original Beneficiary(ies) BANK OF THE WEST Current Holder of Evidence of Debt BANK OF THE WEST Date of Deed of Trust 10/4/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 10/10/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 608509 Original Principal Amount $133,860.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $139,262.18 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 13, EMERALD HILLS SUBDIVISION, FILING NO. 2, DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 552 EAST 20TH 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, 06/20/2012, 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 indebted-

ness 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 4/25/2012 Last Publication 5/23/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/16/2012 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 # 2327.00005 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0027 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 16, 2012, 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) Adron M. Boothe and Mary Frieda Boothe Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Plaza Home Mortgage 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 5/24/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/1/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 615702 Original Principal Amount $270,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $254,655.28 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 E OF THE AMENDED PLAT OF ORCHARD CITY RANCHETTES SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO Also known by street and number as: 22307 Orchard Grove Road, Eckert, CO 81418.

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, 06/20/2012, 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 4/25/2012 Last Publication 5/23/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/16/2012 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 2301, 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 # 12-01510 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0025 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 13, 2012, 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) Travis Spencer and Jodi Spencer Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 12/24/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 12/30/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 640005 Original Principal Amount $332,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $323,643.02

PUBLIC NOTICES 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 Parts of the S1/2 of the NE1/4 of Section 12, Township 14 South, Range 92 West of the 6th P.M. and of the SW1/4 of the NW1/4 of Section 7, Township 14, South, Range 91 West of the 6th P.M. having a description based upon a bearing of South 87°23'24" West from a aluminum cap/pin #1456 at the 1/4 corner common to said Section 7 and 12 to an aluminum cap/pin #1456 marking the center of said Section 12, with all other bearings relative thereto; Beginning at a point from which the North 1/16th corner of Section 12 and 7, bears North 1°51'40" West 1121.47 feet; The parcel boundary runs thence South 59°56'27" West 48.88 feet; Thence South 68°27'40" West 233.66 feet; Thence South 16°12'39" West 96.97 feet; Thence North 62°28'20" West 384.44 feet; Thence South 87°23'24" West 1813.22 feet to the South right of way line of J 75 Drive; Thence following said line North 39°18'22" East 887.28 feet; Thence North 12°50'22" East 266.00 feet along the center of an irrigation ditch; Thence continuing along said ditch centerline North 86°05'22" East 200.00 feet; Thence South 50°29'51" East 53.56 feet; Thence North 70°31'22" East 140.00 feet; Thence leaving ditch South 89°30'38" East 284.00 feet; Thence North 51°08'22" East 63.00 feet; Thence South 58°36'15" East 723.66 feet; Thence South 43°19'23" East 720.28 feet to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado Also Known as: 39865 Nelson Road, Paonia, CO 81428 Also known by street and number as: 39865 Nelson 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, 06/13/2012, 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 4/18/2012 Last Publication 5/16/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/13/2012 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 2301, 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 # 12-01369 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 18, 25, May 2, 9 and 16, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0022 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 3, 2012, 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) Bob L. Rodriguez and Bonnie J. Rodriguez Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as nominee for Intermountain Industries, Inc. D/B/ A Major Mortgage USA, an Utah Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Branch Banking and Trust Company Date of Deed of Trust 6/23/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 6/27/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 626747 Original Principal Amount $151,235.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $160,395.61 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 40, PIONEER PLACE SUBDIVISION FILING NO. 1, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 1722 Pioneer Circle, 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, 06/06/2012, 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 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/03/2012 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: 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 # 12-00232CO ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0203 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 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) WENDELL HERRICK AND D’ANNE HERRICK Original Beneficiary(ies) MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., acting solely as nominee for PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 10/19/2010 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/15/2010 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 646794 Original Principal Amount $273,697.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $269,138.84 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, BENTLEY MINOR SUBDIVISION TOGETHER WITHOUT WARRANTY ONE (1) TRI-COUNTY WATER TAP AND FIVE (5) SHARES UVWUA Also known by street and number as: 4986 PEACH VALLEY 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 11/16/2011 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: 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 # 9105.02840 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0035 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 6, 2012, 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) Kelley C. Harper Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 4/29/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 4/29/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 625124 Original Principal Amount $258,400.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $245,627.90 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 29, 30, 31 AND 32 IN BLOCK 7 OF HOTCHKISS SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 404 W Hotchkiss Ave, 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/06/2012 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: KIMBERLY L. MARTINEZ #40351 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, 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 # 12-02701 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Mary Evelyn Coutts, Deceased Case No. 12PR39 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Delta County, Colorado on or before August 27, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred.

Roy R. Kilgore Personal Representative 118 Canter Lane Kerrville, TX 78028 James D. Brown Brown, Schottelkotte, Stimpert & Vaughn, LLC 550 Palmer St. - P.O. Box 43 Delta, CO 81416-0043 970-874-4451 Attorneys for Personal Representative Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0021 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 2, 2012, 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) Russell W Quest Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Inc. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 7/31/2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 8/5/2003 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 569871 Original Principal Amount $83,800.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $57,010.58 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 A tract of land situate in part of the NE1/4SW1/4 of Section 24, Township 13 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the South edge of the road described in Road Book "B" Page 45 said point being also in the centerline of Kiser Creek from whence the W1/4 corner of said Section 24, Township 13 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian bears North 49°07' West a distance of 1,944.8 feet and considering the West line of said NE1/4SW1/4 to bear North 00°20' East and all other bearings relative thereto; thence South 66°08' East to the West right of way line of a county road designated as Road 2075 a distance of 236.5 feet; thence South 38°12' West along the edge of the county road designated as 2075 Road to the South line of said NE1/4SW1/4 a distance of 112.0 feet; thence 86°19' West along said South line of the NE1/4SW1/4 to the centerline of Kiser Creek 239.5 feet; thence Northeasterly along the centerline of Kiser Creek the following courses and distances; North 09°34' East 57.2 feet; North 02°50' East 52.5 feet; North 29°22' East 27.5; North 64°18' East 36.4 feet; North 59°36' East a distance of 38.9 feet more or less to the point of beginning.

Delta County, Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 1723 2075 DR, 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, 06/06/2012, 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 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/02/2012

Delta County Independent 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: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, 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 # 12-01307 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0198 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 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) WEST RIDGE GROUP, L.L.C. Original Beneficiary(ies) FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAINPLAINS, FLCA, a wholly owned subsidiary of FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAIN PLAINS, ACA Current Holder of Evidence of Debt FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAIN PLAINS, FLCA, a wholly owned subsidiary of FARM CREDIT SERVICES OF THE MOUNTAIN PLAINS, ACA Date of Deed of Trust 11/14/2006 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/27/2006 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 609998 Original Principal Amount $2,000,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $2,893,684.91 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 LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1: The SE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 23, Township 15 South Range 91 West of the 6th P.M. County of Delta, State of Colorado Parcel 2: A parcel of land located within the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 23, Township 15 South, range 91 West of the 6th P.M. having a description based upon a bearing of North 89°53'50" East from the SW 1/16 corner (monumented by a 2" alum. cap PLS 25972) to the CS 1/16 (monumented by a 2" alum. cap PLS 25972) with all other bearings relative thereto; Beginning at the SE corner of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 (CS 1/16 corner) of said Section 23; Thence along the South line of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 South 89°53'50" West 888.24 feet to the center line of E 50 Drive; Thence along said center line the following 2 courses; North 71°42'26" East 60.38 feet; North 75°21'38" East 858.32 feet to the East line of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4; Thence along said line South 00°06'40" East 234.29 feet to the point of beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Together with all water rights, wells and equipment, ditch and ditch rights appurtenant thereto, used for the irrigation of said land including, but not limited to: Priority Number A-91, dated 06/23/1914 for .0.5 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Shearer Ditch (Little Coal Creek).

Priority Number A-12, dated 06/23/1914 for 0.5 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (second Creek).

Priority Number J-190, dated 03/20/1954 for 2.75 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (Second Creek-Smith Fork).

Priority Number J-327, dated 03/20/1954 for 1.75 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (Second Creek-Smith Fork).

Priority Number A-12, dated 08/31/1987 for 0.25 c.f.s. decreed water from Barnard-Ditch (Second Creek-Smith Fork).

Priority Number 527, dated 06/30/1955 for 8.0 c.f.s. decreed water from Head-Ferrier Ditch (Curricanti).

Priority Number L-62, dated 10/05/1962 for 0.06 c.f.s. decreed water from Beal Spring.

Priority Number 0.1, date pending, for 0.10 c.f.s. decreed water from Bear Gulch Spring.

Together with 2 shares of the Hice Ditch, incorporated into the Needle Rock Ditch.

Together with 1 Domestic Water Well and a security interest in all pumps, motors, equipment, and sprinkler systems used for irrigation of the land described in Exhibit A, including all future additions to, replacement of or substitutions for. Together with all Solar Panel Equipment and Fixtures of every kind and description, whether said equipment is owned or rented, whether new or used, whether now in the possession of the borrower or hereafter acquired, together with substitutes and replacements thereof, all accessions and accessories added to or used in connection with such equipment.

Together with Easement Agreement dated November 10, 2006, by and between West Ridge Group, L.L.C., Grantor and West Elk Lodge L.L.C. Grantee, and recorded herein.

Also known by street and number as: 44474 NEEDLE ROCK 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, 06/20/2012, 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 4/25/2012 Last Publication 5/23/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 11/09/2011 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: DOUGLAS W. BROWN #10429 Brown, Berardini & Dunning PC 2000 SOUTH COLORADO BLVD TOWER TWO SUITE 700, DENVER, CO 80222 (877) 234-3152 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 # 187-023B ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 25, May 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE - DEFERRED - PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-803(6) FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0194 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 3, 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) THURMAN E. KEENEY AND MARY LOU CATERINO Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt COLORADO HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Date of Deed of Trust 1/31/2003 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 2/4/2003 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 563163 Book: 959 Page: 953 Original Principal Amount $82,722.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $66,980.28 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. LEGAL DESCRIPTION Parcel 1: Part of Block 1 of he Amended Plat of Cedaredge Estates, Cedaredge, Colorado, more particularly described as follow: Beginning at the Northwest corner of Block 1 of the Amended Plat of Cedaredge Estates, Cedaredge, Colorado; thence South 84°01' East along the North Boundary of said Subdivision 76.39 feet; thence South 6°01'29" West, 89.93 feet; thence North 84°01' West, 84.11 feet to the East Boundary of a Town Street; thence following said street North 10°56' East, 90.26 feet to the point of beginning.

Parcel 2: A tract of land located in Lot 1 in Block 2 of Cedaredge Estates Subdivision as Amended, Cedaredge, Colorado, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at the Southwest corner of Lot 1 in Block 2 of Cedaredge Estates Subdivision; thence along the South Boundary of said Lot 1 South 84°01' East, 76.39 feet; thence North 6°01'29" East, 20.5 feet; thence along the centerline of an existing ditch North 62°58' West, 40.03 feet; thence North 52°51' West, 24.80 feet; thence North 66°54'41" West, 23.41 feet to the East right of way of an existing Public Road; thence along the arc of a curve to the right 55.00 feet (having a radius of 171.86 feet and a long chord of South 1°25'55" West, 54.77 feet) to the point of beginning.

Also known by street and number as: 215 NORTHEAST 4TH STREET, 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. The original Sale Date was scheduled for March 7, 2012 but was deferred pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 38-38801 et seq. The deferment period has been terminated or ended and the Sale may now proceed according to law.

THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 am on Wednesday, 06/06/2012 (formerly scheduled for March 7, 2012 and continued for deferment) , 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 of Notice of Deferred Sale 4/11/2012 Last Publication of Notice of Deferred Sale 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 4/2/2012 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: LINDSAY J. MILLER #42372 Janeway Law Firm LLC 19201 E MAIN STREET SUITE 205, PARKER, CO 8013-49092 (303) 706-9990 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 # JLF #13286 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

Legal Deadline 10 a.m. Mondays

PUBLIC NOTICES

Delta County Independent IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW29. Applicant: Marvin White, 28820, North Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419. Application for Conditional Surface Water Rights – West No. 1 Spring – NW1/ 4SW1/4NW1/4 of Section 21, T14S, R94W, 6th PM. 1,299 feet from the north line and 398 feet from the west section line. Source: Payne Creek and the Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 03/01/2012.

Amount claimed: .25 c.f.s. conditional for domestic, irrigation, fire protection and stockwater. West No. 2 Spring – NW1/4SE1/4NW1/4 of Section 21, T14S, R94W, 6th PM. 1,340 feet from the north line and 1,841 feet from the west section line. Source: Payne Creek and the Gunnison River. Appropriation Date: 03/01/2012. Amount claimed: .25 c.f.s. conditional for domestic, irrigation, fire protection and stockwater. West No. 3 Spring – NE1/ 4SE1/4NW1/4 of Section 21, T14S, R94W, 6th PM. 1,600 feet from the north line and 2,310 feet from the west section line. Source: Payne Creek and the Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 03/01/2012.

Amount claimed: .25 c.f.s. conditional for domestic, irrigation, fire protection and stockwater. West No. 4 Spring – NE1/4SW1/4NEW1/4 of Section 21, T14S, R94W, 6th PM. 1,627 feet from the north line and 1,927 feet from the east section line. Source: Payne Creek and the Gunnison River. Appropriation Date: 03/01/2012. Amount claimed: .25 c.f.s. conditional for domestic, irrigation, fire protection and stockwater. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June, 2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW30. Applicant: Nicholas Rogers, P. O. Box 1661, Paonia, CO 81428. Application for Conditional Surface Water Right: Charlie’s Spring – NW1/ 4SW1/4SE1/4 of Section 7, T14S, R91W, 6th PM. 818 feet from the south line and 2,423 feet from the east section line: Source: Reynolds Creek, North Fork of the Gunnison River, Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 06/13/2011.

Amount Claimed: .05 c.f.s. conditional for irrigation of lawn and garden. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June, 2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW33 (REF NO. 07CW43).

Applicant: Bradley Millard, 3962 Sundown Road, Delta, CO 81416. Application To Make Absolute: Millard Seepage Ditch – NE1/4SE1/4SW ¼ of Section 28, T15S, R96W, 6th PM. 944 feet from the south line and 2,329 feet from the west section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 11/06/2007. Amount Claimed: .030 cfs absolute irrigation of 15 acres. The application on file with the Water Court contains an outline of the work performed during the diligence period. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June,

2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW37 (REF NO. 05CW90). Applicant: Sharon L. Clark and Hazel M. Clark, P.O. Box 193, Crawford, CO 81415, 970-921-5021.

Attorneys for Applicant: James D. Brown of Brown, Schottelkotte, Stimpert & Vaughn, LLC, P.O. Box 43, Delta, CO 81416, (970) 8744451.

Structures: River Park Acres Well No. 1 and River Park Acres Well No. 2. Description of Conditional Water Rights: Date of original decree: February 27, 2006 Case No. 05CW90, District Court Water Division No. 4. Locations: Both points of diversion are located in the NE¼NE¼NW¼ of Section 1, Township 15 South, Range 93 West, 6th P.M. River Park Acres Well No. 1: constructed at a point 50 feet south of the North section line and 2510 feet east of the West section line. River Park Acres Well No. 2: to be constructed at a point 200 feet south of the North section line and 2200 east of the West section line. (Applicant is required to notify the Water Court and the Division of Water Resources of the precise location of this well within 60 days after its construction.)

See map attached to application on file with Water Court. Source: North Fork of the Gunnison River, tributary to the Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: May 23, 2005 for each well. Amount: 15 g.p.m. each well with maximum annual diversions from both wells of 3.33 acre feet. Conditional use: domestic and livestock water for 8 single family residences located in River Park Acres Subdivision located in the N½NW¼, Section 1, Township 15 South, Range 93 West of the 6th P.M. Outline of Actions of Applicant: Actions of applicants taken toward completion of appropriation are set forth in the application filed with the Water Court including, without limitation, the expenditure of approximately $2,825.00 to install a pump, expansion tank, pump house and pipeline to deliver water to the subdivision lots and to commence delivery of water the residence constructed upon Lot 8 and for livestock use on said lot. Applicants are continuing to market the remaining seven lots in the subdivision for construction of residential improvements to be served domestic and livestock water by River Park Acres Well No. 1 and River Park Acres Well No. 2. Applicants continue with their intention to construct River Park Acres Well No. 2 as may be required to serve the entire subdivision at build-out. Applicants request change to ABSOLUTE for diversion of 15 g.p.m., up to 0.416 acre feet annually from River Park Acres Well No. 1 to serve Lot 8 and continuation of the balance of decree for River Park Acres Well No. 1 and River Park Acres Well No. 2, CONDITIONAL. Name and Address of Owner of Lands on Which Structures Are Located: Sharon L. Clark and Hazel M. Clark, P.O. Box 193, Crawford, CO 81415, 970-921-5021. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June, 2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW38 DELTA COUNTY 1.

Garnet Mesa Investments, LLC, by Aaron R. Clay, P.O. Box 38, Delta CO 81416, 970-874-9777. APPLICATION FOR UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS AND FOR APPROVAL OF A PLAN FOR AUGMENTATION 2. Name of Structure: Warren Gravel Pit Well 3. Legal Description of well location: NE1/4NW1/4, Section 9, Township 15 South, Range 95 West, 6th P.M. The centroid of the Pit is located in the NE1/4NW1/4, Section 9, Township 15 South, Range 95 West, 6th P.M., 800 feet south of the north section line and 2,000 feet east of the west section line.

4. Date of Appropriation: January 1, 2012. 5. Amount: Annual depletions from mining will total 71.08

AF of water. Evaporative depletions at final build-out will total 125.0 AF/year ; 6. Uses: gravel extraction; evaporation from gravel pit; wildlife, fish culture, and stockwater. 7. Source of Water: Alluvial acquifer tributary to the Gunnison River. 8 Water right to be used for augmentation: 10.0 shares of the Bona Fide Ditch Company and a contract for 10.0 acre-feet of water annually from the Aspinall unit. 9. Statement of the Plan for Augmentation: Applicant plans to build a gravel pit with total surface area of 30.0 acres. Applicant has calculated the annual depletion by evaporation at steady state after full build-out to be 125.0 acre-feet.

Applicant proposes to replace this water by water supplied pursuant to the dry up of lands now irrigated with 10.0 shares of Bona Fide Ditch water owned by Applicant. Each share equals 12.517 acre-feet/yr.

Augmentation water from the Bona Fide Ditch will be released to the Gunnison River at a location 2500 feet downstream from the Pit. The unmet replacement obligations will be met through releases from the Aspinall Unit of the Gunnison River. These numbers include transit loss of 0.89 acre-feet per year to deliver water to the augmentation supply point.

Details are contained in the engineering report prepared by RHN Resources Consultants, LLC, filed in the case. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June, 2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW40 DELTA COUNTY 1. Whiting Farms, Inc., Thomas Whiting, P.O. Box 100, Delta CO 81416, by Aaron R. Clay, P.O. Box 38, Delta CO 81416, 970-874-9777. APPLICATION FOR UNDERGROUND WATER RIGHTS AND FOR APPROVAL OF A PLAN FOR AUGMENTATION 2. Name of Structures: Whiting Wells 1 and 2 3. Legal Description of well locations: #1: NE1/4SW1/4, Section 19, Township 14 South, Range 96 West, 6th P.M. approximately 2520 feet north of the south section line and 1980 feet east of the west section line (UTM coordinates Northing 4301595.5, Easting 224833.3.) #2: SE1/4NW1/4, Section 19, Township 14 South, Range 96 West, 6th P.M. approximately 2230 feet south of the north section line and 2620 feet east of the west section line. (UTM coordinates Northing 4301757, Easting 225040.) 4. Date of Appropriation: #1 April 1, 1998 #2 January 14, 2012. 5. Amount: 15 gpm (.033 c.f.s.) in each well. 6. Use: Commercial use in 20 poultry barns, protected by the augmentation plan stated below; 7. Source of Water: Groundwater tributary to Alkali Creek and the Gunnison River; 8. Water right to be used for augmentation: the Lone Starr Reservoir, which is located in the NW1/4NE1/4NW1/4, Section 25, Township 14 South, Range 97 West, 6th P.M., at a point 350 feet south of the north section line and 1800 feet east of the west section line. This Reservoir is decreed for 1020 acre-feet for irrigation (see case 2010CW193) and will hold at least this amount. Applicant seeks to add the use of Augmentation for an additional 4.02 acre-feet as provided herein; 9. Statement of the Plan for Augmentation: Applicant has utilized Well No. 1 as the source of water for its poultry growing operation. Applicant now has 4 barns in operation, and intends to have a total of 20 barns at full buildout. The wells are connected, so they can serve all 20 pens or only selected pens.

Each breeder shed contains 288 individual breeding hens per shed.

Each pen contains one rooster and twelve hens, for a total capacity of 3,456 hens per shed.

Applicant has kept accurate records of its water use in each existing shed, and has determined that each breeding hen consumes 0.052 gallons of water per day. At full buildout, 20 sheds of hens will consume a total of 1,311,898 gallons per year, or 4.03 acre-feet. This amount will be replaced by release from Lone Starr Reservoir as deemed necessary by the Division Engineer. Applicant requests that this amount for augmentation be added to the uses of the Lone Starr Reservoir. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June, 2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN AND FOR WATER DIVISION NO. 4 STATE OF COLORADO TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN SAID WATER DIVISION NO. 4 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, as amended, you are notified that the following is a resume of all applications filed in the Water Court during the month of April, 2012.

The names, address of applicant, source of water, description of water right or conditional water right involved, and description of the ruling sought are as follows: There has been filed in this proceeding a claim or claims which may affect in priority any water right claimed or heretofore adjudicated within this division and owners of affected rights must appear to object and protest as provided in the Water Right Determination and Administration Act of 1969, or be forever barred.

CASE NO. 2012CW41 (REF NO. 05CW86). Applicant: Dennis and Jill Smits, 8370 Stacy Drive, Denver, CO 80221 and Burke and Gail Brewster, 3624 W. Girard Avenue, Denver, CO 80236. Application To Make Absolute: Brewster Smits Well – NW1/4SW1/4 of Section 24, T13S, R95W, 6th PM. 2.500 feet from the south line and 650 feet from the west section line. Source: Gunnison River.

Appropriation Date: 05/03/2005. Amount Claimed: 9 g.p.m. absolute for domestic use and irrigation of 0.30 acres. The Application on filed contains an outline of the work performed during the diligence period. DELTA COUNTY. YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED THAT you have until the last day of June, 2012 to file with the Water Clerk, in duplicate, a Verified Statement of Opposition setting forth facts as to why a certain application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such a Statement of Opposition must also be served upon the applicant or the applicant’s attorney and an affidavit of certificate of such service shall be filed with the Water Clerk, as prescribed by C.R.C.P. Rule 5.

(Filing fee: $130.00; Forms may be obtained from the Water Clerk’s Office or on our website at www. courts.state.co.us).

DARLEEN CAPPANNOKEEP, Water Clerk Water Division 4 1200 N. Grand Ave., Bin A Montrose, CO 81401 Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0029 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, 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) KEVIN BRADLEY HOWELL AND BRENDA LEA HOWELL Original Beneficiary(ies) BW MORTGAGE, LLC Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/17/2005 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/18/2005 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 589172 Original Principal Amount $118,937.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $104,969.23 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 PART OF BLOCK A OF THE GARNET MESA SUBDIVISION OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDED PLAT THEREOF, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID BLOCK A; THENCE SOUTH 278 FEET; AND THENCE EAST 70 FEET; THENCE NORTH 278 FEET; AND THENCE WEST 70 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 516 CRAWFORD AVENUE, 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 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 # 9105.03509 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0031 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, 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) Randall K. Nuss and Shirley A. Nuss Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for U.S. Bank N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt U.S. Bank National Association Date of Deed of Trust 3/10/2008

County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/14/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 623808 Original Principal Amount $337,949.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $319,308.32 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 the Southeast 1/4 Southeast 1/4 of Section 27, Township 13 South, Range 94 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point in a County Road and on a Section line from which the Southeast corner of said Section 27 bears South 0°59' West 889 feet; thence running South 88°43' West 484.3 feet; thence North 0°04' East 444.1 feet to a point in a County Road and a subdivision line; thence following said road and line North 88°41' East 491.6 feet to the Northeast corner of said Southeast 1/4 Southeast 1/4 Section 27 which is at an intersection with another County Road; thence following the Section line and County Road South 0°59' West 444.5 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING, County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Also known by street address as: 25926 Q 25 Road, Cedaredge, CO 81413 Also known by street and number as: 25926 Q25 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 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: CYNTHIA LOWERY-GRABER #34145 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, 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 # 11-17688 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0033 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 2, 2012, 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. NESS AND MELONIE D. NESS Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL COLORADO, INC. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO FINANCIAL COLORADO, INC. Date of Deed of Trust 11/16/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 11/28/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 620980 Original Principal Amount $169,702.54 Outstanding Principal Balance $167,067.72 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. LEGAL DESCRIPTION LOT 9, SURFACE CREEK ESTATES, a part of the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 25, Township 14 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, according to the Recorded plat thereof on file in the Office of the Delta County Clerk and Recorder.

County of Delta, State of Colorado.

Also known by street and number as: 20199 PLATEAU DRIVE, AUSTIN, CO 81410-8285.

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, 06/27/2012, 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

Wednesday, May 9, 2012 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/02/2012 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: 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 # 9106.02190 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0037 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On March 7, 2012, 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) Mike Griggs Original Beneficiary(ies) Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust 9/19/2008 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 9/25/2008 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 629047 Original Principal Amount $297,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $288,264.29 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 EXHIBIT A ATTACHED HERETO AND INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE EXHIBIT A Part of the E1/2 of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 29, Township 15 South, Range 95 West of the 6th Principal Meridian, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the North line of said Section 29, which is in the center of the county road, whence the Northeast Corner of said Section 29 bears East a distance of 324.1 feet; thence South 0°19' West 537.6 feet; thence South 89°59' West 324.1 feet to the West line of said E1/2 of the NE1/4 of the NE1/4; thence North 0°19' East to the North line of said Section 29 a distance of 537.6 feet; thence East a distance of 324.1 feet more or less to the Point of Beginning.

County of Delta, State of Colorado Also known by street and number as: 1790 F 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 03/07/2012 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: CAMILLE Y. HARLAN #43789 CASTLE STAWIARSKI, LLC 999 18TH STREET SUITE 2301, 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 # 12-02825 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2011-0204 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 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) Tony Alonzo and Patrice Alonzo Original Beneficiary(ies) Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for First Horizon Home Loan Corporation Current Holder of Evidence of Debt The Bank of New York Mellon f/k/a The Bank of New York, as Trustee for the holders of the Certificates, First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series FHAMS 2007AA1, by First Horizon Home Loans, a division of First Tennessee Bank NationalAssociation, Master Servicer, in its capacity as agent for the Trustee under the Pooling and Servicing Agreement Date of Deed of Trust 3/1/2007 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/16/2007 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 613132 Original Principal Amount

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$270,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $256,950.04 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 A PARCEL OF LAND LOCATED WITHIN THE NW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 AND THE SW 1/4 NW 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 15 SOUTH, RANGE 92 WEST OF THE 6TH PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, HAVING A DESCRIPTION BASED UPON A REARING OF NORTH 89° 44' 44" EAST FROM THE SECTION CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 26, 27, 34 AND 35 TO THE 1/4 CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 26 AND 35 WITH ALL OTHER BEARINGS RELATIVE THERETO AND MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE 1/4 CORNER COMMON TO SECTIONS 26 AND 27 (MONUMENTED BY A 2" IRON PIPE WITH A 3 1/4" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE ALONG SECTION LINE NORTH 00° 08' 52" EAST 50.83 FEET (MONUMENTED

BY A 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE NORTH 89° 39' 06" EAST 1322.72 FEET (MONUMENTED BY A 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE SOUTH 00° 13' 48" WEST 1201.96 FEET (MONUMENTED BY A 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 25972); THENCE SOUTH 89° 41' 55" WEST 1320.28 FET (MONUMENTED BY 5/8" REBAR WITH A 2" ALUM. CAP PLS 12766); THENCE NORTH 00° 06' 46" EAST 1150.03 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. DELTA COUNTY, COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 37822 Linmann Rd, 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 11/16/2011 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: 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 # 11-11442 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT Project Name: PMPL WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS Project Location: Delta County, Pitkin Mesa (North of Colorado Hwy 133, Paonia, CO) Owner's Name: Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company The Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company (Owner) Intends to accept the above named Project completed by Williams Construction Company, Inc. (Contractor) On or about May 15th, 2012 (Date).

In accordance with the Contract Documents, the Owner may withhold a portion of the remaining payment to be made to the Contractor as necessary to protect the Owner from loss on account of claims or liens filed and/or the failure of the Contractor to make payments to Subcontractors and material Suppliers.

Project Subcontractors and Suppliers of the Contractor are hereby notified that unresolved Outstanding claims must be certified and forwarded to: Contact Person: Dan Quigley, Buckhorn Geotech Address: 222 South Park Avenue Montrose, CO 81401 Tel: (970) 249-6828, Fax: (970) 249-0945 as soon as possible, but no later than May 11th, 2012 (Date) Clay MacDonald (Pitkin Mesa Pipe Line Company) President of the Board of Directors (Title) Published in the Delta County Independent May 2 and 9, 2012.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPOINTMENTS: Letters of application for appointment to a four year term to the Board of Directors of the Crawford Water Conservancy District for the following districts will be accepted by the District Court, 7th Judicial District, Delta County Courthouse, 501 Palmer Street, Room 338, Delta, CO 81416, prior to the date of May 31, 2012: One director for Subdivision 3 (Grand View), two directors for Subdivision 4 (Clipper), and one director for Subdivision 1 (Town of Crawford).

Applicants must have resided within the boundaries of the Crawford Water Conservancy District for at least one year and be the owner of real property within said District.

The letter of application should be accompanied by resumes containing the applicant's background reflecting agricultural, municipal, industrial and other interests in the beneficial use of water within the District.

A description of the boundaries of each subdivision is available at the District office by contacting Manager Gary Kraii at 970-9214775, or Secretary-Treasurer Randy Fisher at 970-527-3662.

Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 16 and 23, 2012.

Legal Deadline 10 a.m. Mondays

D6 Wednesday, May 9, 2012 ORDINANCE NO. 11, 2012 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DELTA, COLORADO, ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS WATER ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE, AUTHORIZING THE REFINANCING OF OUTSTANDING WATER AND SEWER REVENUE BONDS AT A LOWER INTEREST RATE; ESTABLISHING THE TERMS OF A DIRECT BANK LOAN TO ACCOMPLISH THE REFINANCING; PROVIDING FOR THE PAYMENT OF THE LOAN FROM THE SEWER FUND; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. WHEREAS, the City of Delta, Colorado, is a municipal corporation duly organized and operating as a home-rule city under Article XX of the Constitution of the State of Colorado and the Charter of the City (unless otherwise indicated, capitalized terms used in this preamble shall have the meanings set forth in Section 1 of this Ordinance); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Article I and Section 92 of the Charter, the City is authorized to enter into loans by ordinance passed by the Council; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Article IV of the Charter, there is created the Department of Water and Sewers, which includes all property rights and obligations of the City with respect to water, waterworks and sewers; and WHEREAS, pursuant to ordinance duly adopted by the City Council of the City, the Department has been organized as a “Water Activity Enterprise” under the provisions of Title 37, Article 45.1, Colorado Revised Statutes; and WHEREAS, additionally, pursuant to Article X, Section 20 of the State Constitution (TABOR) refinancing bonded debt at a lower interest rate does not require voter approval in advance under the terms and provisions of TABOR; and WHEREAS, the City, acting by and through the Department, previously issued to the United States of America (Rural Utilities Service) its (i) “Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 1996” in the original principal amount of $653,000.00, of which $500,000.00 in aggregate principal amount is currently outstanding, bearing interest at the rate of 4.50% per annum, and (ii) “Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2001” in the original principal amount of $2,288,000.00, of which $2,009,153.99 in aggregate principal amount is currently outstanding, also bearing interest at the rate of 4.50% per annum; and WHEREAS, the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds are subject to redemption on any date the option of the City, with thirty days prior written notice, upon payment of par plus accrued interest to the redemption date; and WHEREAS, following a request for proposals by the City to refinance the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds, the Bank of the West presented a proposal to provide a direct loan to the City, dated March 27, 2012, which the City has determined is in the best interest of the City; and WHEREAS, none of the members of the Council have any potential conflicting interests in connection with entering into the Bank Loan, or the use of the proceeds thereof; and WHEREAS, the Council desires to enter into the Bank Loan and authorize the execution of the necessary and appropriate documents; BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DELTA: Section 1. Definitions. The following terms shall have the following meanings as used in this Ordinance: “Bank” means Bank of the West, BNP Paribas Group, or its successor or assigns.

“Bank Loan” means the direct loan entered into between the City and the Bank for the purpose of refunding the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds, the repayment of which is provided by the terms of this Ordinance and evidenced by the Promissory Note.

“Bond Counsel” means as of the date of issuance of the Promissory Note, Kutak Rock LLP; and as of any other date, Kutak Rock LLP or such other attorneys selected by the City with nationally recognized expertise in municipal finance.

“Business Day” means any day, other than a Saturday or Sunday, on which the Bank is open for business.

“Call Date” means the date determined by the Closing Delegate for the payment and cancellation of the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds.

“Capital Improvements” means the acquisition of land, water or water rights, easements, facilities, and equipment (other than ordinary repairs and replacements), and the construction or reconstruction of improvements, betterments, and extensions, for use by or in connection with the System which, under Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for governmental units as prescribed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Council, are properly chargeable as capital items.

“Charter” means the home rule charter of the City in effect as the date hereof.

“City” means the City of Delta, Colorado, acting by and through its water activity enterprise.

“Closing Delegate” means the City Finance Director, in the absence of the City Finance Director, the City Manager.

“Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

Each reference to a section of the Code herein shall be deemed to include the United States Treasury Regulations proposed or in effect thereunder and applicable to the use of the proceeds of the Bank Loan, unless the context clearly requires otherwise.

“Council” means the City Council of the City.

“C.R.S.” means the Colorado Revised Statutes, as amended and supplemented as of the date hereof.

“Department” means the City’s water activity enterprise created pursuant to Ordinance No. 21, 1995, adopted on August 8, 1995.

“Enabling Law” means the Charter; Article 56 of Title 11, C.R.S.; Part 2 of Article 57 of Title 11, C.R.S. and Title 37, Article 45.1, C.R.S. “Event of Default” means any of the events specified in Section 11 hereof.

“Gross Revenue” means all income and revenues directly or indirectly derived by the City for the services furnished by, or use of, the System, or any part thereof, including without limitation user fees, plant investment and tapping fees, standby charges, investment income accruing from moneys held to the credit of the Sewer Fund and income attributable to any future dispositions of property or rights or related contracts, settlements, or judgments held or obtained in connection with the System or its operations; provided however, that there shall be excluded from Gross Revenue (a) moneys borrowed and used for providing Capital Improvements; (b) any money and securities, and investment income therefrom, in any refunding fund, escrow account, or similar account pledged to the payment of any loans, bonds or other obligations for the purpose of defeasing the same; and (c) any moneys received as grants or appropriations from the United States, the State of Colorado, or other sources, the use of

which is limited or restricted by the grantor or donor to the provision of Capital Improvements or for other purposes resulting in the general unavailability thereof, except to the extent any such moneys shall be received as payments for the use of the System, services rendered thereby, the availability of any such service, or the disposal of any commodities therefrom.

“Loan Account” means the account established for the purpose of paying the principal of and interest on the Promissory Note.

“Maximum Annual Principal and Interest Requirements” means” means an amount equal to the maximum amounts required to be paid in any single current or future calendar year as the principal of (including any mandatory sinking fund requirements) and interest on the Promissory Note and any Parity Lien Obligations, excluding any such obligations which have been defeased pursuant to the terms of the authorizing documents. For purposes of calculating the Maximum Annual Principal and Interest Requirements in any calendar year in which any issue of Parity Lien Obligations finally mature, there shall be subtracted from the final principal payment for said obligations any cash or the present value of any investments deposited in a reserve fund or account established pursuant to the authorizing documents which are irrevocably pledged for the payment of said obligations.

“Net Revenue” means Gross Revenue after deducting Operation and Maintenance Expenses.

“Operation and Maintenance Expenses” means all reasonable and necessary current expenses of the City, paid or accrued, for operating, maintaining, and repairing the System, including without limitation legal and overhead expenses of the City directly related to the administration of the System; provided however, that there shall be excluded from Operation and Maintenance Expenses any allowance or transfers for depreciation, payments in lieu of taxes or franchise fees, legal liabilities not based on contract, expenses incurred in connection with Capital Improvements, payments due in connection with any bonds or other obligations issued to provide Capital Improvements, and charges for the accumulation of reserves.

“Ordinance” means this ordinance authorizing the Bank Loan, including any amendments properly made hereto.

“Parity Lien Obligations” means any loans, bonds or other obligations permitted to be issued pursuant to Section 8(c) hereof, with a lien that is equal to and on a parity with the lien of the Promissory Note on the Net Revenue and the moneys on deposit from time-totime in the Sewer Fund.

“Permitted Investments” means any investment lawfully permitted by applicable Enabling Law. “Promissory Note” means the promissory note executed by the City, and delivered to the Bank, to evidence the Bank Loan and repayment obligation established pursuant to the terms of this Ordinance, the form of which is attached to this Ordinance.

“RUS Bond Requirements” means the principal and interest due on the Call Date in connection with the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds.

“Refunding Project” means the refinancing of the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds at a lower interest rate, including, but not limited to, the payment of the costs of entering in the Bank Loan and the payment and discharging of the RUS Bond Requirements.

“Series 1996 Bonds” means the City’s Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 1996 which are registered in the name of, and payable to, the United States of America and described in the preambles to this Ordinance.

“Series 2001 Bonds” means the City’s Water and Sewer Revenue Bonds, Series 2001 which are registered in the name of, and payable to, the United States of America and described in the preambles to this Ordinance.

“Sewer Fund” means the fund of the City used to account for the financial operations of the System portion of the Water Activity Enterprise, and any additional funds established hereafter for such purpose.

“State” means the State of Colorado.

“System” means all of the City’s sewer facilities and properties, now owned or hereafter acquired, whether situated within or without the City boundaries, including all present or future improvements, extensions, enlargements, betterments, replacements, or additions thereof or thereto.

Section 2. Authorization and Purpose of the Bank Loan. Pursuant to and in accordance with the Constitution of the State of Colorado; the Enabling Law; and all other laws of the State of Colorado thereunto enabling, the City is authorized to enter into the Bank Loan for the purpose of paying the costs attributable to the Refunding Project.

The City shall deliver the Promissory Note in substantially the form attached to this Ordinance, and shall perform its obligations under this Ordinance, with such changes which are not inconsistent herewith and which are to be determined by the Closing Delegate as provided in this Ordinance.

Section 3. Bank Loan Details.

The Promissory Note shall be in the principal amount not to exceed $2,500,000, shall be subject to repayment monthly in the amounts and on the dates, and shall mature not more than twenty years from the date of issuance, as finally determined by the Closing Delegate; provided however, the maximum net effective interest rate authorized for the Promissory Note is 3.5% per annum (excluding late payment penalties, if any). The City Council hereby delegates to the Closing Delegate, for a period of 90 days following the date of adoption this Ordinance, the right to determine the final terms of the Promissory Note.

Section 4. Reaffirmation of Sewer Fund and Creation of Loan Account. (a) Reaffirmation of Sewer Fund.

The City hereby reaffirms the establishment of the Sewer Fund. (b) Creation of Loan Account in Sewer Fund. There is hereby created and established within the Sewer Fund, in addition to other accounts which are established in said fund, the Loan Account. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, for the purpose of accounting for the repayment of the Promissory Note the City may create offsetting revenue and expense accounts not inconsistent with the provisions hereof, all as may be determined by the City Finance Director. (c) Investments. Moneys deposited in the Sewer Fund may be invested or deposited in securities or obligations which are Permitted Investments.

Section 5. Application of Bank Loan Proceeds. Upon receipt of the proceeds of the Bank Loan, such moneys shall be applied as a supplemental appropriation of the City for the payment of the costs of entering into the Bank Loan and for the payment and discharging of the RUS Bond Requirements. The

PUBLIC NOTICES Council hereby declared its intent to its option to redeem all of the Series 1996 Bonds and the Series 2001 Bonds on the Call Date, as determined by the Closing Delegate.

Section 6. Deposit of Gross Revenues. The City shall deposit to the Sewer Fund all Gross Revenue immediately upon receipt. The City shall pay from the Sewer Fund all Operation and Maintenance Expenses as they become due and payable. After such payments, the City shall apply the Net Revenue in the following order of priority: FIRST, to the credit of the Loan Account, the amounts required by Section 7 hereof and on a parity basis to the credit of any other account established for the payment of the principal of, premium if any, and interest on Parity Lien Obligations, the amounts required by the instruments authorizing or controlling the payment of such Parity Lien Obligations; SECOND, to the credit of any other fund or account as may be designated by the City, to be used for any lawful purpose, any moneys remaining in the Sewer Fund after the payments and accumulations set forth above.

Section 7. Loan Account. (a) Deposits to Loan Account.

On or before the last day of each month, the City shall deposit to the Loan Account from the Net Revenue an amount equal to the interest and principal to come due on the Promissory Note in the following month. All deposits to the Loan Account shall first be allocated to the payment of interest to come due on the Promissory Note, and thereafter to the payment of the principal of the Promissory Note. (b) Use of Moneys in Loan Account. Moneys deposited in the Loan Account shall be used solely for the purpose of paying the principal of and interest on the Promissory Note on or before the date the same becomes due and payable.

Section 8. Pledge and Lien for Payment of Bank Loan. (a) Pledge of Revenues. The City hereby pledges for the payment of the principal of and interest on the Promissory Note, and grants a lien for such purpose on, (i) the Net Revenue, and (ii) all moneys on deposit from time-to-time in the Sewer Fund, subject to the application of the Gross Revenues as provided in Section 6 hereof. This pledge shall be valid and binding from and after the date of the first delivery of the Promissory Note, and the moneys, as received by the City and hereby pledged, shall, in accordance with the provisions of the Enabling Law, be immediately be subject to the lien of this pledge without any physical delivery thereof, any filing, or further act. (b) Superior Liens Prohibited. No superior liens shall be in existence on the date of delivery of the Promissory Note and the City shall not pledge or create any other lien on the revenues and moneys pledged pursuant to the preceding paragraph hereof that is superior to the pledge thereof or lien thereon pursuant to such paragraph. (c) Parity Liens Permitted. The City may issue Parity Lien Obligations from time-to-time if, on the date of issuance of the Parity Lien Obligation, the City Finance Director certifies in writing to the Bank that (i) the City is in not in default of the payment of principal of or interest on the Promissory Note when due and (ii) the Net Revenue, for twelve consecutive months out of the eighteen months preceding the date of issuance of the Parity Lien Obligation, is sufficient to pay the Maximum Annual Principal and Interest Requirements for the Promissory Note, any outstanding Parity Lien Obligations, and the Parity Lien Obligations proposed to be issued. (d) Subordinate Liens Permitted. Nothing herein shall prohibit the City from issuing subordinate lien obligations and pledging or creating a lien on the revenues and moneys pledged and the lien created pursuant Section 8(a) hereof that is subordinate to the pledge thereof or lien thereon pursuant to Section 8(a); provided that no Event of Default shall have occurred and be continuing. (e) No Prohibition on Additional Security. Nothing herein shall prohibit the City from applying any legally available revenues that are not Net Revenue to the payment of the Promissory Note (and thereby subjecting the moneys so deposited to the pledge made and lien granted in Section 8(a) hereof ). (f) Promissory Note is a Special, Limited Obligation of the City. The Bank may not look to any general or other fund of the City for the payment of the principal of or interest on the Promissory Note, except the fund and accounts pledged thereto by this Ordinance, and the Promissory Note shall not constitute a debt or an indebtedness of the City within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation, nor shall it be considered or held to be general obligations of the City.

Section 9. Additional General Covenants. In addition to the other covenants of the City contained herein, the City hereby further covenants for the benefit of the Bank: (a) Maintenance of Water Activity Rates and Coverage. The City hereby covenants that it will establish, maintain, enforce, and collect rates, fees, and charges for services furnished by or the use of the System to create Net Revenue in an amount which, when combined with unencumbered moneys in the Sewer Fund, is not less than the amount necessary to pay when due the principal of and interest on the Promissory Note and any Parity Lien Obligations coming due during such calendar year. In the event that the Net Revenue and unencumbered moneys are at any time not sufficient to make such payments, the City shall promptly increase such rates, fees, and charges to an extent which will ensure the payments and accumulations required by this Ordinance. (b) Efficient Operations. The City will continue to operate and manage the System in an efficient and economical manner in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations, and keep and maintain separate accounts of the receipts and expenses thereof in such manner that the Net Revenue may at all times be readily and accurately determined. (c) No Free Service. Upon the occurrence of an Event of Default and for so long as the Event of Default is continuing, the City will furnish no free service from the System, and if the City shall use the facilities of the System for its own purposes, it shall pay monthly a fair and reasonable amount for such service. In no event shall the City be required to meter its use nor shall the City be required to pay a greater amount than would be charged a private consumer for the same amount of service. The City shall include in its annual appropriation and budget amounts sufficient to pay for all service so used. (d) Sale or Alienation of Property. The City will not sell or alienate any of the property constituting any part or all of the System in any manner or to any extent as might reduce the security provided for the payment of the Promissory Note, but the City may sell any portion of such property which shall have been replaced by other similar property of at least equal value, or which shall cease to be neces-

sary for the efficient operations; provided however, that the proceeds of any such sale of System property shall be included as part of the Gross Revenue. (e) Billing and Enforcement. The City will promptly render bills for services furnished by or the use of the System, shall use all legal means to assure prompt payment thereof, shall take such action as may be necessary to make delinquent rates, fees, and charges of the System a lien upon the real property served, and to the extent permitted by law, shall discontinue service to any user who becomes delinquent in the payment of such charges until the delinquency and all interest, costs, and expenses incident thereto have been paid in full. (f) Audits. At least once a year in the time and manner provided by law, the City will cause an audit to be performed of the records relating to the revenues and expenditures of the System. Such audit may be made part of and included within the general audit of the City, and made at the same time as the general audit. In addition, at least once a year in the time and manner provided by law, the City will cause a budget to be prepared and adopted. Copies of the budget and the audit will be filed and recorded in the places, time, and manner provided by law and also provided to the Bank within 30 days of the availability of such documents. (g) Insurance. The City will carry fire and extended coverage, workers’ compensation, public liability, and such other forms of insurance on insurable System property as would ordinarily be carried by utilities having similar properties of equal value, such insurance being in such amounts as will protect the System and its operations. In the event of any loss or damage to the System, or in the event part or all of the System is taken by the exercise of a power of eminent domain, the insurance proceeds or the condemnation award shall be used for restoring, replacing or repairing the property lost, damaged or taken, and the remainder thereof, if any, shall be considered as Gross Revenue; provided however, that if the Council determines that the operation of the System and the security for the Promissory Note will not be adversely affected thereby, the Council may determine not to restore, replace or repair the property lost, damaged or taken and all of the insurance proceeds or condemnation award shall be considered as Gross Revenue. (h) Enterprise Status. The City has and will continue to maintain the System as an “enterprise” within the meaning Article X, Section 20 of the Colorado Constitution, and as a “water activity enterprise” within the meaning of Title 37, Article 45.1, C.R.S.; provided, however, after the current calendar year the City may disqualify the System as an “enterprise” in any year in which said disqualification does not materially, adversely affect the enforceability of the covenants made pursuant to this Ordinance with respect to the Promissory Note. In the event that the System is disqualified as an enterprise and the enforceability of the covenants made pursuant to this Ordinance are materially, adversely affected, the City covenants to (i) immediately take all actions necessary to qualify System as an enterprises within the meaning of Article X, Section 20 of the Colorado Constitution; and (ii) permit the enforcement of the covenants made herein.

Section 10. Covenants Regarding Exclusion of Interest on Promissory Note From Gross Income for Federal Income Tax Purposes.

For purposes of ensuring that the interest on the Promissory Note is and remains excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes, the City hereby covenants that: (a) Prohibited Actions. The City will not use or permit the use of any proceeds of the Promissory Note or any other funds of the City from whatever source derived, directly or indirectly, to acquire any securities or obligations and shall not take or permit to be taken any other action or actions, which would cause the Promissory Note to be considered an “arbitrage bond” within the meaning of Section 148 of the Code, or would otherwise cause the interest on the Promissory Note to be includible in gross income for federal income tax purposes. (b) Affirmative Actions. The City will at all times do and perform all acts permitted by law that are necessary in order to assure that interest paid by the City on the Promissory Note shall not be includible in gross income for federal income tax purposes under the Code or any other valid provision of law. In particular, but without limitation, the City represents, warrants and covenants to comply with the following rules unless it receives an opinion of Bond Counsel stating that such compliance is not necessary: (i) gross proceeds of the Promissory Note will not be used in a manner that will cause the Promissory Note to be considered a “private activity bond” within the meaning of the Code, (ii) the Promissory Note is not and will not become directly or indirectly “federally guaranteed,” and (iii) the City will timely file Internal Revenue Form 8038 G which shall contain the information required to be filed pursuant to Section 149(e) of the Code. (c) Bank Qualified. The City hereby designates the Promissory Note as a “qualified tax-exempt obligation” for purposes of Section 265(b)(3) of the Code.

Section 11. Events of Default.

With respect to the Promissory Note, each of the following events constitutes an Event of Default: (a) failure to make any payment of principal of or interest on the Promissory Note when due; (b) breach by the City of any material covenant set forth herein relating to the Promissory Note or failure by the City to perform any material duty imposed on it hereunder and continuation of such breach or failure for a period of 30 days after receipt by the City Attorney of the City of written notice thereof from the Bank; or (c) an order or decree is entered by a court of competent jurisdiction appointing a receiver for all or any portion of the revenues and moneys pledged for the payment of the Promissory Note pursuant hereto is entered with the consent or acquiescence of the City or is entered without the consent or acquiescence of the City but is not vacated, discharged or stayed within 30 days after it is entered.

Section 12. Remedies for Events of Default. (a) Remedies. Upon the occurrence and continuance of any Event of Default, the Bank may proceed against the City to protect and to enforce its rights under this Ordinance by mandamus, injunction or by other suit, action or special proceedings in equity or at law, in any court of competent jurisdiction: (i) for the payment of interest on any installment of principal of the Promissory Note that was not paid when due; (ii) for the appointment of a receiver or an operating trustee; (iii) for the specific performance of any covenant contained herein; (iv) to enjoin any act that may be unlawful or in violation of any right

of the Bank; (v) to require the City to act as if it were the trustee of an express trust; (vi) for any other proper legal or equitable remedy as the Bank may deem most effectual to protect its rights or (vii) any combination of such remedies or as otherwise may be authorized by any statute or other provision of law; provided, however, that acceleration of any amount not yet due on the Promissory Note according to their terms shall not be an available remedy. (b) Failure To Pursue Remedies Not a Release; Rights Cumulative.

The failure of the Bank to proceed in any manner herein provided shall not relieve the City of any liability for failure to perform or carry out its duties hereunder. Each right or privilege of the Bank or a trustee therefor is in addition and is cumulative to any other right or privilege, and the exercise of any right or privilege by or on behalf of the Bank shall not be deemed a waiver of any other right or privilege thereof. (c) Obligations of City in Connection With Events of Default. Upon the occurrence and continuation of any of any Event of Default, the City shall take all proper acts to protect and preserve the security for the payment of the Promissory Note and to insure the payment of debt service on the Promissory Note promptly when due. During the continuation of any Event of Default, except to the extent it may be unlawful to do so, all revenues and moneys pledged for the payment of the Promissory Note pursuant hereto shall be held for and applied to the debt service on the Promissory Note and any Parity Lien Obligations on an equitable and prorated basis.

Section 13. Amendment of Ordinance. The City may not amend this Ordinance without the prior written consent of the Bank.

Section 14. Findings and Determinations; Limitation of Actions.

The Council hereby finds, determines and declares that it is in the best interest of the City and its residents that the Promissory Note be authorized, sold, issued and delivered at the time, in the manner and for the purposes provided herein.

In accordance with Section 11-57212, C.R.S., no legal or equitable action can be brought with respect to any legislative acts or proceedings in connection with the authorization of the Bank Loan more than 30 days after such authorization.

Section 15. Approval of Miscellaneous Documents and Certificates.

The Mayor, the City Clerk and all other officers of the City, as well as the Closing Delegate, are hereby authorized and directed to execute all documents and certificates necessary or desirable, and to take such actions as are necessary, to effectuate the issuance of the Promissory Note and the refinancing contemplated hereby.

Section 16. Ratification of Prior Actions. All actions heretofore taken (not inconsistent with the provisions of this Ordinance) by the Council or by the officers and employees of the City directed toward the issuance of the Promissory Note for the purposes herein set forth are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed.

Section 17. Events Occurring on Days That Are Not Business Days.

Except as otherwise specifically provided herein with respect to a particular payment, event or action, if any payment to be made hereunder or any event or action to occur hereunder which, but for this section, is to be made or is to occur on a day that is not a Business Day shall instead be made or occur on the next succeeding day that is a Business Day. Section 18. Headings. The headings to the various sections and paragraphs to this Ordinance have been inserted solely for the convenience of the reader, are not a part of this Ordinance, and shall not be used in any manner to interpret this Ordinance.

Section 19. Ordinance Irrepealable. After the Promissory Note has been issued, this Ordinance shall constitute a contract between the Bank and the City, and shall be and remain irrepealable until the Promissory Note and the interest accruing thereon shall have been fully paid, satisfied, and discharged, as herein provided.

Section 20. Severability. It is hereby expressly declared that all provisions hereof and their application are intended to be and are severable. In order to implement such intent, if any provision hereof or the application thereof is determined by a court or administrative body to be invalid or unenforceable, in whole or in part, such determination shall not affect, impair or invalidate any other provision hereof or the application of the provision in question to any other situation; and if any provision hereof or the application thereof is determined by a court or administrative body to be valid or enforceable only if its application is limited, its application shall be limited as required to most fully implement its purpose.

Section 21. Repealer. All orders, bylaws, ordinances, and resolutions of the City, or parts thereof, inconsistent or in conflict with this Ordinance, are hereby repealed to the extent only of such inconsistency or conflict.

Section 22. Emergency Declaration and Effective Date. This Council has been advised that in order for the City to secure the low interest rate presented in the Bank proposal and avoid a possible increase in such rate, it is necessary to close on the Bank Loan and deliver the Promissory Note as soon as possible. Therefore, for said reason, the Council declares that this Ordinance is necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety and an emergency exists. This Ordinance shall be effective immediately upon passage and be published within ten days thereafter.

ADOPTED AS AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE on first reading and ordered published this 1st day of May, 2012. /s/ Edward C. Sisson Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk APPENDIX A FORM OF PROMISSORY NOTE Principal Amount: $__________ Date of Note: ________, 2012 PROMISE TO PAY. THE CITY OF DELTA, ACTING BY AND THROUGH ITS WATER ACTIVITY ENTERPRISE (“Borrower”) promises to pay to the BANK OF THE WEST (“Lender”), or order, in lawful money of the United States of America, the principal amount of ______________ Dollars ($___________), together with interest on the unpaid principal balance from _________, 2012, calculated as described in the “INTEREST CALCULATION METHOD” paragraph using an interest rate of ____% per annum based on a year of 360 days, until paid in full. The interest rate may change under the terms and conditions of the “INTEREST AFTER DEFAULT” section.

PAYMENT. The Borrower will pay this loan in ___ payments of $__________ each payment and an irregular last payment estimated at $________. Borrower’s first payment is due ________, 2012, and all subsequent payments are due on the same day of each month after that. Borrower’s final payment will be due on ______, 20__, and will

Delta County Independent be for all principal and all accrued interest not yet paid. Payments include principal and interest. Unless otherwise agreed or required by applicable law, payments will be applied first to any accrued unpaid interest; then to principal; then to any unpaid collection costs; and then to any late charges. Borrower will pay Lender at Lender’s address shown above or at such other place as Lender may designate in writing.

INTEREST CALCULATION METHOD. Interest on this Note is computed on a 365/360 basis; that is, by applying the ratio of the interest rate over a year of 360 days, multiplied by the outstanding principal balance, multiplied by the actual number of days the principal balance is outstanding. All interest payable under this Note is computed using this method.

PREPAYMENT. Borrower may pay without penalty all or a portion of the amount owed earlier than it is due. Early payments will not, unless agreed to by Lender in writing, relieve Borrower of Borrower’s obligation to continue to make payments under the payment schedule.

Rather, early payments will reduce the principal balance due and may result in Borrower’s making fewer payments. Borrower agrees not to send Lender payments marked “paid in full”, “without recourse”, or similar language. If Borrower sends such a payment, Lender may accept it without losing any of Lender’s rights under this Note, and Borrower will remain obligated to pay any further amount owed to Lender. All written communications concerning disputed amounts, including any check or other payment instrument that indicates that the payment constitutes “payment in full” of the amount owed or that is tendered with other conditions or limitations or as full satisfaction of a disputed amount must be mailed or delivered to: BANK OF THE WEST, Western Colorado CBO #21197, 401 E. Main Street, Montrose, CO 81402-1189.

LATE CHARGE. If a payment is 15 days or more late, Borrower will be charged 5.000% of the unpaid portion of the regularly scheduled payment.

INTEREST AFTER DEFAULT. Upon default, including failure to pay upon final maturity, the interest rate on this Note shall be increased by 5.000 percentage points. However, in no event will the interest rate exceed the maximum interest rate limitations under applicable law.

DEFAULT AND REMEDIES. The events of default and remedies for this Note shall be as set forth in the Ordinance of the Borrower authorizing the execution and delivery of this Note.

ATTORNEYS’ FEES; EXPENSES. Lender may hire or pay someone else to help collect this Note if Borrower does not pay. Borrower will pay Lender the reasonable costs of such collection. This includes, subject to any limits under applicable law, Lender’s attorneys’ fees and Lender’s legal expenses, whether or not there is a lawsuit, including without limitation attorneys’ fees and legal expenses for bankruptcy proceedings (including efforts to modify or vacate any automatic stay or injunction), and appeals. If not prohibited by applicable law, Borrower also will pay any court costs, in addition to all other sums provided by law.

GOVERNING LAW. This Note will be governed by federal law applicable to Lender and, to the extent not preempted by federal law, the laws of the State of Colorado without regard to its conflicts of law provisions.

COLLATERAL. Borrower acknowledges this Note is secured as set forth in the Ordinance of the Borrower authorizing the execution and delivery of this Note. The Lender may not look to any general or other fund of the City for the payment of the principal of or interest on the Promissory Note, except the fund and accounts pledged thereto by the authorizing Ordinance, and the Promissory Note shall not constitute a debt or an indebtedness of the City within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation, nor shall it be considered or held to be a general obligation of the City.

FEES FOR PAYMENT OF LENDER’S OUT-OF-POCKET EXPENSES. As a condition precedent to the effectiveness of the Note, Borrower agrees to pay all of the Lender’s out-of-pocket expenses in connection with the preparation and negotiation of this Note.

PAYMENT DUE DATE. If any payment required to be made by the Borrower hereunder becomes due and payable on a day other than a Business Day, the due date thereof shall be extended to the next succeeding Business Day and interest thereon shall be payable at the then applicable rate during such extension, provided however that any payment that becomes due and payable on a day other than a Business Day that is also on the last calendar day of the month shall be payable on the immediately preceding Business Day. BUSINESS DAY. The words “Business Day” mean a day, other than a Saturday or Sunday, on which the Lender is open for business.

SUCCESSOR INTERESTS. The terms of this Note shall be binding upon Borrower, and upon Borrower’s heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns, and shall inure to the benefit of Lender and its successors and assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City of Delta, Colorado, acting by and through its Water Activity Enterprise, as Borrower, has caused this promissory note to be signed in the name and on behalf of the City with the signature of the Mayor, to be sealed with the seal of the City and to be attested by the signature of the City Clerk.

[SEAL] DELTA, COLORADO By___________________ Mayor ATTEST: By______________________________ City Clerk CERTIFICATE STATE OF COLORADO ) ) ss.

CITY OF DELTA ) I, Jolene E. Nelson, City Clerk of the City of Delta, Colorado, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing ordinance was introduced, read in full and passed on first and final reading at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Delta on May 1, 2012, and ordered published in the Delta County Independent, a newspaper of general circulation published in the City of Delta in its issue of May 9, 2012 as Ordinance No. 11, Series of 2012, of said City as provided by law.

IN WITNESS, WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and the Seal of the City of Delta, Colorado, this 1st day of May, 2012.

(SEAL) /s/ Jolene E. Nelson City Clerk Published in the Delta County Independent May 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0024 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 7, 2012, 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) DARBY ROLPH AND HEATHER M. ROLPH Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/26/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/31/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 633255 Original Principal Amount $169,250.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $163,223.69 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 116 OF STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE FILING NO. 1. COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 786 ALBANY 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, 06/06/2012, 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 4/11/2012 Last Publication 5/9/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/07/2012 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: 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 # 9105.03413 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent April 11, 18, 25, May 2 and 9, 2012.

COMBINED NOTICE PUBLICATION CRS §38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 2012-0030 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On February 24, 2012, 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) JENNIFER J. LAHOE Original Beneficiary(ies) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt WELLS FARGO BANK, NA Date of Deed of Trust 3/26/2009 County of Recording Delta Recording Date of Deed of Trust 3/31/2009 Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number) 633261 Original Principal Amount $183,353.00 Outstanding Principal Balance $176,577.00 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. LOT 17 YORKSHIRE SUBDIVISION, COUNTY OF DELTA, STATE OF COLORADO. Also known by street and number as: 936 YORKSHIRE COURT, 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, 06/27/2012, 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 5/2/2012 Last Publication 5/30/2012 Name of Publication Delta County Independent DATE: 02/24/2012 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: 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 # 9105.03521 ©Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 6/2011 Published in the Delta County Independent May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012.

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Runner, teacher, soldier, coach

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BY VON MITCHELL Staff Writer

hen J.B. Lopez joined the Army in September 1971, little could he have known what kind of race lay just ahead. The son of a World War II vet and a schoolteacher, First Sergeant Lopez spent the next 33 years of his life on the run, accumulating the life lessons which uniquely qualified him for his present job — teaching JROTC and coaching cross-country/ track at Delta High School.

Here is a man who earned an anthropology degree from Fort Lewis College in 1980 and spent time digging up bones in southwest Colorado.

Three times in his 23 years of active duty in the National Guard he received the Meritorious Service medal for, as he puts it, “just doing the mission right.” He trained soldiers to become medics in the 928th Ambulance Company on the high-speed battlefield of Desert Storm and lived to see MASH units replaced by humvees and helicopters. He held the title of Master Fitness Trainer in the Army, and he spent time training adults to become Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for abused and neglected children in the early 2000s. At every turn on the track, J.B. Lopez has set the pace by playing multiple roles.

27 April 2012, 1530 hours — School’s out. J.B. heads to practice, fielding questions and concerns from kids along the way: “Coach, I don’t feel well today. Do you think I

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should practice?” “Coach, am I going to the meet tomorrow?” “What time are we getting home, Coach?” J.B. handles all comers with skill and diplomacy, even taking time to give a personal responsibility pep talk to a ninth grader who failed to communicate prior to missing a practice.

Life lessons like these are standard curriculum from the First Sergeant.

“The whole thing about JROTC (an Army program for high school kids that J.B. teaches five periods a day) is to motivate young people to be better citizens,” says J.B. “I tell kids that they’re not getting in uniform to please me. This is to teach them personal responsibility and that there are some things in life that really don’t belong to them, but they’ve got to take care of them anyway.” Without a doubt, J.B. has a way of getting through to today’s teenager.

“One of his best qualities,” says Mary Groome, assistant cross-country coach and colleague at Delta High School, “is his ability to connect with kids. He can be straight up with them, but he does so calmly, without wavering, and in a way that they understand him.”

Luis Meza, fellow assistant track coach, agrees: “The kids really respect Coach Lopez — especially the distance kids.

Plus, he’s funny! As serious as he is, he still reels off some one-liners that make everybody laugh.”

The workouts, though, are no laughing matter. J.B. has

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J.B. Lopez, who logs around 35 miles of running every week, has turned around Delta High School’s struggling cross-country program. He also coaches track.

been drafting peak performance workouts for distance runners at Delta High School since 2006. It was a natural transition for a man who once served as a Master Fitness Trainer in the United States Army. J.B. designed programs, including diets and workouts, to help soldiers pass their physical training (PT) exams every six months.

Occasionally he would even tailor remedial workouts for soldiers struggling to make the grade. It’s a skill that he’s put to good use at DHS. “His workouts are solid,” says Meza. “Kids always know what they’re doing.”

Coach Lopez has pacing charts for every type of day (easy, moderate, or hard), customized for every single athlete under his supervision.

The workouts are calibrated according to an athlete’s best performance, so every kid is constantly challenged to do his or her very best.

DHS athletic director Bruce Keith hired J.B. in the fall of 2006 to direct a crosscountry program on the verge of extinction. “We only had eight runners and we needed four more to have a team, so I told the kids to go find some more,” says J.B. The kids found four more high schoolers that year and J.B. launched a middle school program to help sustain the high school program down the road. He saw 66 kids sign up for their first middle school race. Those kids, now in high school, helped turn the oncestruggling cross-country program into a thriving entity.

“Some kids don’t have enough talent to be a basketball player. Some kids can run, and they’re good at running, but they don’t have enough meat-eatin’ attitude to be a football player. Some of them don’t have the skill or quickness to be a volleyball player because they’ve never played, but the ones that say, ‘Hey, I want to do something!

I can do something!’ I’m getting those kids, and some of them turn out to be incredibly good runners.

“What I like about cross country is that we have no cuts. If you come out and pay your $90 (pay to play fee), then I’m going to train you just as hard as I train the top runner. Show up, buddy! I don’t care if you know how to run at all. I’ll teach you how to run.”

2 April 2012, 1630 hours — The Monday awards session, which touts the fab four of Cleo Whiting, Clarissa Whiting, Kyla Ownbey, and McKennea Broyles, all Lopez understudies and newly crowned school 4x800m record holders, concludes and J.B. chases the kids out to the track for a warm-up and 50-minute easy run. It’s J.B.’s third run of the day.

Lopez still logs around 35 miles of his own every week.

Photo by Von Mitchell

First Sergeant J.B. Lopez shares his life experiences with students enrolled in the JROTC program at Delta High School.

On most days he runs 3 1⁄2 miles in the morning, 1 1⁄2 miles with his seventh period cross-fitness class, and another 2 1⁄2 miles with his distance runners at track practice. He usually takes either Saturday or Sunday off, but not both days, and he even runs on Thanksgiving and Christmas. It’s a habit he formed back in his Army days. “Running is just an Army thing to do,” says Lopez, a veteran of seven marathons, all run for the Army between 1996 and 1999. His best time was 3 hours 19 minutes, and though he gets most of his competitive fix from coaching these days, he’s not finished racing.

“Running’s just a big part of who I am,” says Lopez.

“When I’m 80 I want to be out there pounding the ground instead of pulling the oxygen bottle.”

The Whiting sisters called him in summer 2011 to run the Mt. Sneffels half marathon in Ouray. “We called him because we figured he was going to be running anyway,” says Clarissa. “We took about five days off after track last year and then started running again. We figured he was doing the same. We’d never done a half marathon before or anything over three miles, so we asked him for help.”

J.B. agreed to help the girls and even predicted their times. “I hope I didn’t jinx them!” he says. Judging from their first and second place finishes in their division and a time around 1 hour 43 minutes (Lopez ran the course in 2 hours flat), no jinxing took place.

“Coach Lopez is so supportive of everybody,” says Cleo. “He gives everybody an equal chance to be great. He’s always encouraging.”

“My favorite moments as a coach,” says J.B., “are when kids have success — whether they win or have a PR (personal record) and I see that gleam in their eyes. I love it

when I see self-esteem being developed and then they maintain that themselves through running. I also take satisfaction in seeing kids up on the school record board (for track) and knowing that I coached them. Maybe it’s that they’re all bigger, better, faster today, but I like to think that a little bit of it is that I’ve impacted their lives enough to make them want to do it.”

27 April 2012, 1730 hours — Practice is over. First Sergeant Lopez calls it a day and heads home. He’s run. He’s taught. He’s soldiered. He’s coached. Yet at the end of the day, Lopez is still winning.

Maybe it’s just his way — he’s a positive person — but a closer look at J.B.’s career sheds a little light on where he gets this perspective.

This veteran of the first Gulf War taught soldiers in the 928th Ambulance Company how to apply basic medical techniques in the field. He taught them how to survive and complete their mission on the battlefield, and he says this about his time at war: “You don’t have to motivate a soldier once he’s been to a different country because that foreign country motivates him for you. No matter where it is.

We (the U.S.) have our faults, but we’ve got it better off than anybody I’ve ever seen.

“I learned about the big picture of life in the Army. I saw that what we live in is just so much different. You go to these foreign countries and realize you have it made in the U.S. and you get a different appreciation for it all.

You feel like, ‘Yeah, I’m going to protect this (way of life) at all costs.’”

In a mere 1200 hours, First Sergeant will be left-rightlefting it again, at pace, during his morning run. But for now, his mission is complete — his marching orders fulfilled — and the way of life he so bravely fought for carries on like the soldier himself: one stride at a time.

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DCMH steps up to the challenge of delivering quality healthcare efficiently

BY JOHN MITCHELL DCMH CEO/Administrator

I once worked for a good leader who would remind his managers, “When you don’t know where you are going, all roads lead there.” For people who serve as leaders in hospitals, the challenge has always been to predict where healthcare is going.

Some things we know for sure.

Healthcare reform more and more means that hospitals and physicians have to meet ever improving quality of care standards. At Delta County Memorial Hospital our measurable indicators are quite good. These indicators, known as Core Measures, assign a grade to more than 30 quality standards, such as: heart attack patients receive an aspirin in the ER prior to transfer; sur-

gery patients receive appropriate antibiotics one hour prior to incision; and pneumonia patients receive antibiotics within six hours of arrival. Our staff and physicians achieve 100 percent most of the time on most measures.

Also, as with all hospitals, DCMH is measured on 10 patient satisfaction questions. Soon, hospitals with higher scores will be paid more by Medicare then hospitals with lower scores. As you might guess, these customer satisfaction scores are also increasing at DCMH. The finances of healthcare and hospital operations are increasingly becoming strained at most facilities. DCMH has seen its bottom line slide in the past few years. A continued weak economy means we care for more and more

patients without insurance to pay for their hospital care. Those with insurance have higher and higher deductibles. Medicare continues to reimburse doctors and hospitals less and less.

Fortunately, the hospital has reserves to help it through such times.

At DCMH our leaders have identified these financial threats in an annual plan which is driven by 90-day plans for all of our managers. We have strategies in place – such a decreasing the number of denials we get from payers and, with the help of our medical staff, improving efficient utilization of our resources (people and technology) to care for patients. Healthcare reform requires that hospitals be more efficient, but at the same time improve quality. It is not work for the faint of

heart!

This means there are two parallel levels of care taking place in our hospital. On one hand, the hospital’s leaders — from myself to the senior managers to the board — work to provide the services we need to adjust to a new financial reality. On the other hand, there are the clinicians. And on this count, behind every friendly face at DCMH, there is a good reason to smile. What never changes in a hospital is that we will all most likely be patients sooner or later. Our patients are cared for by hands-on caregivers at the bedside, nurses, therapists and physicians who get great, measurable results on behalf of our patients. At DCMH, this is the road most traveled.

Celebrating Nat’l.

Hospital Week A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optimistic community. That’s the message organizers are touting with the 2012 National Hospital Week theme “Making Miracles Happen.”

That theme is the centerpiece of a promotional campaign aimed at uniting health care facilities across the country during the May 6–12 celebration.

“National Hospital Week, first and foremost, is a celebration of people,” Mitchell, administrator of Delta County Memorial Hospital, said. “We’re extremely proud of each member of our staff and we recognize the important role they play in extending a sense of trust to our patients and our communities.”

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DCMH recognizes oncology nurses National Oncology Nursing Month is celebrated each May and Delta County Memorial Hospital would like to thank and honor our oncology nurses as exceptional people who provide extraordinary care to their patients.

Cancer care and treatment has

For men, heart disease is the leading cause of death According to the Mayo Clinic, heart disease is the foremost killer of men, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives each year. The following are the next most common killers of men, and it’s important to note that many are preventable.

2. Cancer, notably lung cancer, skin cancer, prostate cancer and colorectal cancer 3. Accidents (Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of fatal accidents among men.)

4. Chronic lower respiratory diseases, such as bronchitis and emphysema 5. Stroke 6. Type 2 diabetes

evolved over the past 20 years with care being shifted to the outpatient setting. Today’s oncology nurse plays a critical role in administering and monitoring complex treatments that were previously done in an in patient setting.

The core requirements of care, compassion and great listening skills remain the same regardless of the setting.

This year’s theme is “Lifting Spirits, Touching Lives,” which sums up the critical role our nurses fill in administering and monitoring treatments, helping patients manage side effects of their treatment and providing support and counseling to both patients and their families. Their work requires knowledge of the disease and drug to treat the disease, problem solving skills, patience and tact.

Delta County Memorial Hospital is proud to recognize our oncology nurses during this special month.

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Diet, exercise improve odds of cancer survival

A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope.

From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optomistic community.

“National Hospital Week, first and foremost, is a celebration of people,” John Mitchell, administrator of Delta County Memorial Hospital said. “We’re extremely proud of each member of our staff and we recognize the important role they play in extending a sense of trust to our patients and our community. They truly exemplify the hospital week theme, “Making Miracles Happen.”

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New guidelines from the American Cancer Society say for many cancers, maintaining a healthy weight, getting adequate physical activity, and eating a healthy diet can reduce the chance of recurrence and increase the likelihood of disease-free survival after a diagnosis. The recommendations are included in newly released Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines for Cancer Survivors, published early online in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians.

Increasing evidence shows that for many cancers, excess weight, lack of exercise, and poor nutrition increase the risk of cancer recurrence and reduce the likelihood of disease-free and overall survival for cancer patients. “The data suggests that cancer survivors, just like everyone else, benefit from these important steps,” said Colleen Doyle MS RD, American Cancer Society director of nutrition and physical activity and coauthor of the guidelines. “While we’ve published previous reports outlining the evidence on the impact of nutrition and physical activity on cancer recurrence and survival, this is the first time the evidence has been strong enough to release formal guidelines for survivorship, as we’ve done for cancer prevention. Living a physically active lifestyle and eating a healthy diet should absolutely be top of mind for anyone who’s been diagnosed with cancer.”

The report was last updated in 2006, and was first created in 2001. For the update, a group of experts in nutrition, physical activity, and cancer survivorship evaluated the scientific evidence and best clinical practices related to optimal nutrition and physical activity after the diagnosis of cancer. Among the review’s conclusions: Avoiding weight gain throughout treatment may be important not only for survivors who are overweight, but also those of normal weight.

Intentional weight loss after recover-

ing from cancer treatment among overweight and obese patients may be associated with health-related benefits.

Evidence strongly suggests that exercise is not only safe and feasible during cancer treatment, but that it can also improve physical functioning, fatigue, multiple aspects of quality of life, and may even increase the rate of completion of chemotherapy.

Physical activity after cancer diagnosis is associated with a reduced risk of cancer recurrence and improved overall mortality among multiple cancer survivor groups, including breast, colorectal, prostate, and ovarian cancer.

Among breast cancer survivors, physical activity after diagnosis has consistently been associated with reduced risk of breast cancer recurrence and breast cancer-specific mortality.

Results from observational studies suggest that diet and food choices may affect cancer progression, risk of recurrence, and overall survival in individuals who have been treated for cancer.

For example, a dietary pattern high in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, poultry, and fish was found to be associated with reduced mortality compared with a dietary pattern characterized by a high intake of refined grains, processed and red meats, desserts, high-fat dairy products, and French fries in women after breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Compelling evidence exists against the use of select supplements in certain oncology populations; therefore, health care professionals and survivors need to proceed with caution.

The report includes specific guidance for people diagnosed with breast, colorectal, endometrial, ovarian, lung, prostate, head and neck, and hematologic cancers. It also includes a section with answers to common questions about alcohol, organic foods, sugar, supplements, and several other areas of interest.

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Prevent painful swimmer’s ear Swimmer’s ear is an infection of the outer ear canal that can cause pain and discomfort for swimmers of all ages. Swimmer’s ear affects millions of Americans every year and results in hundreds of millions of dollars in hospitalization costs. The good news is that swimmer’s ear is preventable.

“Swimmer’s ear is caused by Pseudomonas which is a bacteria we now test for,” said Michelle Colon, laboratory supervisor for the Mesa County Health Department. “This is a low-cost test that can be done on both public and private pools and spas,” added Colon.

This year, to help ensure a healthy and pain-free swimming experience, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is encouraging swimmers to follow the Swimmer’s Ear Prevention Guidelines below.

DO keep your ears as dry as possible.

DO dry your ears thoroughly after swimming or showering.

DON’T put objects in the ear canal (including cotton-tip swabs, pencils, paperclips, or fingers).

DON’T try to remove ear wax. Ear

wax helps protect your ear canal from infection.

CONSULT your healthcare provider about using ear drops after swimming.

CONSULT your healthcare pro-

vider if you have ear pain, discomfort, or drainage from your ears.

For more information about healthy swimming please visit CDC’s Healthy Swimming website at www. cdc.gov/healthyswimming.

Relax! Stress won’t cause ulcers Think slow-moving traffic or grueling deadlines cause stomach ulcers?

Think again.

“Stress won’t cause stomach ulcers, but it can make them worse,” said Dr. David Graham, professor of medicine and molecular virology and microbiology at Baylor College of Medicine.

“Stress causes the body to produce higher amounts of acid, which can irritate preexisting ulcers.”

According to Graham, a stomach

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ulcer is like a scraped knee — if left alone, it will heal naturally. However, increased acid secretion caused by stress interrupts the healing process.

So if stress doesn’t cause stomach ulcers, what does?

H. pylori infection is the primary cause. This bacteria penetrates the stomach lining, eventually causing an ulcer, said Graham.

The bacteria it is not spread through kissing or sexual contact, but

it is highly transmissible, especially in crowded living conditions where there is poor sanitation. Fortunately, it can be treated with antibiotics.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, such as aspirin, can also cause stomach ulcers. Terminating the use of NSAIDs and taking antacids to control acid secretion will allow ulcers to heal, Graham concluded.

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PSA tests generate controversy Inaccurate results and less than foolproof detection has lead many health professionals to eschew prostate specific antigen tests (PSA) as an indicator of prostate cancer. A draft recommendation from the U.S. government said PSA tests should no longer be part of routine screening for men.

Why? According to the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force, evidence indicates there is little, if any, reduction of prostate cancer-related deaths from the tests. Further research has indicated that PSA tests actually may turn a man’s life upside down by unnecessary stress and surgery for false-positive readings. But there are proponents of the test that say it is still vital in early detection of prostate cancer and enables men to get treatment earlier.

A prostate-specific antigen test measures a protein in the blood, which has a tendency to spike when prostate can-

cer is present. People who support the test say that it is one of the best practices for male health screenings and that fatalities have dropped 40 percent due to prostate cancer since PSA tests were introduced 20 years ago.

Opponents of PSAs say the tests often deliver flawed results. This has frequently led to overtreatment, stress and anxiety. Furthermore, the test may indicate cancer or it could be detecting something much more benign, like an infection or recent sexual intercourse.

Also, a positive test reading can require a biopsy that takes place through the rectum, which can lead to a number of uncomfortable side effects.

One of the biggest arguments against PSAs is that they don’t really lower a man’s risk. Prostate cancer is a slow-growing cancer for many men, which may not actually impair a man’s health in his natural lifetime, espe-

cially since prostate cancer is largely a disease of men in their 60s and older.

The American Cancer Society has

not taken sides on the matter. Whether to undergo a PSA test or not is largely the decision for a man and his doctor.

Men’s hesitancy to go to doctor can mean more visits later Guys who think they’re too macho to seek medical help could end up making more trips to the doctor’s office in the long run. “A man who waits to see a physician until his problem has become more severe might need medical attention for a longer period of time,” said Dr. Jeffrey Steinbauer, professor of family and community medicine at Baylor College of Medicine.

Left untreated, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes can lead to complications that require hospitalization and/or repeated visits to a phy-

sician to monitor the health problem closely. Such chronic problems are usually detected early in men who see their physician for regular checkups or minor illnesses.

“If the patient comes to the doctor routinely, the physician has a chance to recommend standard tests for men in a particular age group, such as a rectal exam for prostate cancer or screening for colon cancer,” said Steinbauer. “This also gives the doctor a chance to learn more about the patient’s family history and other health risks.”

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Why should you use acupuncture?

BY KRISTIE LaVALLEY Millennium Wellness

Acupuncture is a treatment based on Chinese medicine — a system of healing that dates back thousands of years. At the core of Chinese medicine and many other healing modalities is the belief that a life giving energy flow, known as qi (pronounced “chee”) flows through energy pathways (meridians) in the body. Achieving and maintaining the proper and balanced flow of qi creates health and wellness.

An imbalance of qi (too much, too little or blocked flow) causes disease.

Most Americans first heard of acupuncture in the early 1970s after President Nixon visited China. New York Times reporter James Reston was traveling with Nixon and received acupuncture after undergoing an emergency appendectomy. Reston was so impressed with the post-operative pain relief acupuncture provided that he wrote about it when he returned to the United States. Twenty-five years later, in 1997, the U.S. National Institutes of Health recognized acupuncture as a mainstream medicine healing option with a statement documenting the procedure’s safety and efficacy for treating a range of health conditions. Acupuncture continues to gain mainstream acceptance and sup-

port today.

Both the World Health Organization and the National Institute of Health recognize that acupuncture can be a helpful part of a treatment plan for many many diseases and issues such as fibromyalgia, all types of headaches, tinnitus, carpal tunnel syndrome, constipation, chronic diarrhea, chronic fatigue syndrome, digestive issues, to name just a few.

Following is some information on why and when you might use acupuncture for specific diseases.

Macular degeneration is one disease in which acupuncture is really helpful. Patients frequently gain at least one line of visual acuity on an eye chart and can gain up to 20 additional letters. Frequently the progression of vision loss is slowed down and patients find themselves able to read again and sometimes even drive.

Treatments are weekly until the vision improvement plateaus and then maintenance treatments can range from every 4-6 weeks.

Acupuncture can be helpful for women’s health issues including menopause symptoms, infertility, polycystic ovarian syndrome, PMS, irregular menstrual cycles, etc. A combination of acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy during a treatment course

of several weeks can relieve many of the imbalances associated with these issues.

Stroke rehabilitation is an area in which acupuncture really shines.

In China, they begin acupuncture on stroke victims the moment they are stabilized, generally right in ICU. While that option is not available in the U.S. stroke victims who later use acupuncture as a treatment modality see a marked improvement in leg and arm paralysis, speech difficulties, facial paralysis, and vision problems.

Pain is probably the most frequent issue people seek acupuncture treatments for. Pain in any area of the body, i.e. low back pain, tendonitis, neck pain, arthritis pain, and sports injuries to name a few, are all examples of conditions for which acu-

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puncture is extremely effective. Pain is considered a blockage of the energy flow and the insertion of needles in the specific affected meridians helps to remove the blockage and alleviate the pain.

The last example of a use for acupuncture would be as a preventative health tool. It is recorded that the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang (259 BC-210 BC), established a health care system in which physicians could only accept payment or donations from patrons who were kept healthy and were not paid when someone fell ill.

Preventative acupuncture treatments several times a year serve to balance the flow of qi and thereby tonify the inner organ systems and correct minor imbalances before they manifest as a clinical disease.

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Planning by default or planning by design?

BY BETH G. FRENCH French Insurance & Financial Services*, Inc.

Over the past 15 years I’ve routinely asked my clients, ages 50 and above, “Do you have a plan for future longterm care needs?” I’d like to share the four main answers I’ve often received and my reactions to them.

1) Yes, it’s called Smith and Wesson.

This is an attempt to joke about a very grim future problem and to present a ludicrous solution. (Well, maybe I’m more diplomatic when I actually provide a response.)

2) Yes, my children/spouse/friends/... will take care of me. At least they’re taking the subject more seriously. Nevertheless, the solution isn’t realistic for most folks. Assuming that the “children/spouse/friends” are truly willing, then these subsequent questions loom: Are they capable (knowledgeable?

physically strong enough? able to leave their own job and family obligations?)

Are they competent (to give baths, assist with toileting, change dressings, deal with mental and emotional changes)?

3) The government will take care of me.

Consider these facts from deloitte. com: To qualify for Medicaid, you must be nearly impoverished, and resources remaining for your spouse are limited.

Don’t expect there to be an inheritance for future generations The ability for Medicaid to continue payment for even these impoverished recipients is questionable. In 2008, LTC Medicaid expenditures represented 32.1 percent of Medicaid’s total spending (of $331.8 billon) AND during that same year, spending rose 2.9 per-

cent for institutional LTC and 4.9 percent for home-based LTC. One report on the subject is entitled, “Medicaid Long–term Care: The Ticking Time Bomb.”

4) I won’t need long-term care. You have a 50 percent chance of being correct (after age 65). Of course, if you’re speaking for your spouse, too, that could spell trouble if you do the math: 2 x 50% = Either you OR your spouse WILL need LTC. So, here are some more stats: the average total time spent at home, in assisted living, and nursing home facilities is 3+ years. The monthly cost can range from $200 $7,000. Do the math: 3 x 12 x $7,000 = much or all of your life savings. That’s a big gamble.

All four of these answers can be considered planning by default and can destroy a lifetime of otherwise good

planning and hard work.

There are plenty of resources available to help you truly address this dilemma. Below are just a few you can find on the Internet: • Colorado Long-term Care Partnership • National Clearinghouse for Longterm Care • Delta County Senior Resource Council I am also happy to answer questions.

Take the initiative to design your personal plan for long-term care NOW, before your health or circumstances dictate your alternatives for you. *Securities offered through Sunset Financial Services, Inc., 3520 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64111. Member FINRA/SIPC. French Insurance and Financial Services, Inc., is not affiliated with Sunset Financial Services, Inc.

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High blood pressure is the ‘silent killer’ May is National High Blood Pressure Awareness Month Blood pressure is the force of blood against your artery walls as it circulates through your body. Blood pressure normally rises and falls throughout the day, but it can cause health problems if it stays high for a long time. About one of three adults in the United States has high blood pressure.

Why should you care about high blood pressure?

High blood pressure causes more vis-

its to doctors than any other condition.

High blood pressure affects circulation which increases the risk for mental deterioration and Alzheimer’s.

High blood pressure can lead to heart disease, stroke and kidney failure.

High blood pressure is a factor in 67 percent of heart attacks and 77 percent of strokes. It also precedes 74 percent of cases of heart failure.

High blood pressure is responsible for 26 percent of all cases of chronic kidney failure.

Left untreated, high blood pressure can cause permanent vision problems.

“High blood pressure is called the ‘silent killer’ because it often has no warning signs or symptoms, and many people don’t realize they have it,” said Beth Conway RN, Delta County Memorial Hospital cardiac rehabilitation nurse. “That’s why it’s important to get your blood pressure checked regularly.”

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Reduce your risk of painful kidney stones Kidney stones can be very painful but according to a Baylor College of Medicine expert, some lifestyle changes can help prevent them.

Men in their 30s or 40s who are overweight and eat a high protein diet are most at risk for kidney stones. In addition, a family history of kidney stones increases the risk and so does drinking less than two liters of water per day, said Dr. Alexander Pastuszak, a resident physician in urology.

Prevention strategies include drinking more water, losing weight and decreasing protein and salt intake.

Symptoms of kidney stones include blood in the urine and urinary tract

infections, as well as vague, intermittent back or flank pain on the side of the kidney that contains the stones. Most of the time, kidney stones only trigger symptoms when they make their way into the ureters, which results in significant pain in the back and flank, and can cause backup of urine into the affected kidney if the stones obstruct your ureter.

Most kidney stones will pass on their own, particularly if they’re smaller than 5 mm; however, larger stones may require surgery to remove them. In addition, if you have had kidney stones more than once, a urine analysis should be conducted to help guide further treatment and prevention.

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Facts about childhood fever

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Fevers scare many parents. When a child’s temperatures rises, it can induce panic and helplessness. But when parents recognize that fevers are oftentimes not incredibly harmful to children, that recognition can reduce panic and overreliance on fever-reducing medication.

If a child is healthy, a fever does not necessarily indicate anything serious. A fever is a rise in temperature initiated by the hypothalamus in the brain, which acts as the body’s internal thermostat.

The average body temperature is 98.6 F (37 C), but if body temperature is measured consistently throughout the day, this temperature will fluctuate. In fact, body temperature is often lower in the morning and higher in the middle of the day.

In many cases, the hypothalamus raises body temperature as the result of an infection or illness, according to the Nemours Foundation for Children’s Health. It is believed that making the body less hospitable to viruses and bacteria helps reduce their propensity to grow and multiply.

A fever is often a good indicator that a person is sick, which can sometimes be difficult to determine if there are no apparent symptoms. This can prompt parents and doctors to discover what is triggering the fever.

For parents of toddlers and older children, a fever of 103 F or less is generally nothing to run to the doctor about.

There is no inherent harm in letting the fever run its course, and it can actually prove beneficial in fighting the viral or bacterial illness that is causing the fever in the first place.

If your child is a newborn, a fever of 101 F or higher can be considered a medical emergency and should be evaluated by a doctor right away. Youngsters ages 7 weeks to 3 months should be brought to a doctor immediately if they have a fever of 101 or higher.

If a child has a fever of 104 or higher and his or her body temperature will not come down to 101 or 102, even with treatment, this is a cause for concern.

This guideline, courtesy of renowned childhood medical expert Dr. Sears, can help parents determine if their child’s body temperature is something they should be concerned about.

• Normal temperature - 97 to 99 degrees (36 to 37.2 Celsius).

• Low-grade fever - 99 to 100.9 degrees (37.3 to 38.3 Celsius).

• Common fever - 101 to 103.5 degrees (38.4 to 39.7 Celsius).

• High fever - any fever over 103.6 degrees (39.8 Celsius).

Most pediatricians agree that a fever should not be treated with acetaminophen or ibuprofen if it is not making a child extremely uncomfortable. These medications can be used if the child has pain or is complaining about how they feel about the fever. Acetaminophen is used every four hours while ibuprofen lasts a little longer and is given every six to eight hours.

When checking fevers, parents often wonder which thermometer is best.

While some parents employ the lips-onthe-forehead method, there are more accurate methods of determining temperature readings.

• Glass rectal or oral/underarm thermometers: These have been around the longest and have a proven record of accuracy. They do take the longest to read a temperature and can be difficult when dealing with fidgety kids.

• Ear thermometer: This quick and easy thermometer has become a favorite method. But accuracy can vary, giving different readings from each ear.

• Temporal thermometer: Another quick method, this thermometer is swept across the temporal artery in the forehead and has a better accuracy rating than the ear thermometer.

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Health Care Directory

www.deltahospital.org HEALTH CARE FACILITIES DELTA COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 1501 E. 3rd Street, Delta 24 Hr. Emergency Room

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DELTA-MONTROSE HOME HEALTH SERVICES

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MIDWESTERN COLORADO MENTAL HEALTH CENTER Colorado West Mental Health Hospital

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HEALTH CARE & OTHER SERVICES

PHARMACIES Cedaredge Pharmacy, Cedaredge

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City Market Pharmacy, Delta

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City Market Pharmacy, Hotchkiss

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Hays Drug Store, Paonia

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Safeway Pharmacy, Delta

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WalMart Pharmacy, Delta

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LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES Colorow Care Center

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Delta House

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CALL POISON CONTROL AT 1-800-332-3073 Poison Control will instruct you on how to best proceed.

Alanon 1-888-425-2666 Alcoholics Anonymous 874-8282 Columbine Senior Services, Inc. 874-7661 Community Dental Clinic, Montrose 252-8896 Delta County Crisis Intervention Team 874-5489 Delta County Department of Social Services 874-2030 Delta County Health Department 874-2165 Delta Montrose Home Health 874-2463 Diabetes Education and Counseling 874-6410 Diabetes Support Group 835-3444 Hospice and Palliative Care Delta Office 874-6823 Merillac Dental Clinic, Grand Junction 255-6320 National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-332-4923 National Runaway Hotline 1-800-621-4000 Pregnancy Resource Center 874-5733 Tri-County Resource Center 874-4941 VOA Home Health 240-0139

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“Small Town Values, World Class Care” As a Grace Health Care facility we are transitioning towards a Graceful environment with excellent nursing focus and premier therapy for our residents and community. Our newest addition to the team is our In-house Physician Dr. Timothy Meilner who provides hands-on care one full day per week. We also continue to provide quality care through our Quality Assurance team which includes Dr. Dory Funk and Dr. Michelle Hundley.

We have in-patient rehabilitation wing with private rooms and furnishings that create a home-like environment that eases the transition to home. We continue to offer premier formal therapy for your Rehabilitation needs.

We are very proud of our therapy team and their amazing achievements with our patients. Our nursing staff, both administrative and direct patient care, is also a team in which we take a great deal of pride. All of our dedicated nurses are experienced in long-term care as well as short-term rehabilitation care, and are goal oriented to maximize each resident’s potential. We continually evaluate our residents and their individual needs and place the interventions that are indicated. We are able to provide all skilled nursing services as well as complete IV services and excellent wound care. We are proud of our reputation for healing difficult wounds with our interdisciplinary approach. There is always a team approach between therapy, dietary, nursing and ancillary staff to ensure that the care provided is the best it can be.

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It seems as if we all know someone who has cancer. But what exactly is it?

It all starts in the cells of the body that provide us the basic unit of life. Cancer is a disease in which cells divide without control through our bodies and invade other tissues. The cancer spreads via the blood and lymph system. Cancer is named from the organ

or type of cell it originates from. For instance, sarcoma is a cancer that begins in the bone, cartilage, fat, muscle, supportive or connective tissues.

Leukemia starts in the bone marrow.

Lymphoma and myeloma are cancers of the immune system. So as you can see, cancer can be a very complex disease with more than 100 different types of cancer. Depending on the type of cancer diagnosed, it is usually treated with chemotherapy, radiation and/or surgery. Your oncologist will provide a plan that is specific for the cancer diagnosis. At the Grand Mesa Oncology Center in Delta, we are very blessed to have two oncologists, nurses, supportive staff and volunteers to help care for our patients/families on the Western Slope. In the upcoming months, we will provide articles from our staff addressing different subjects related to cancer.

The following is a poem we would like to share: What Cancer Cannot Do (Author Unknown) Cancer is so limited, it cannot cripple love, it cannot shatter hope, it cannot corrode faith, it cannot eat away peace, it cannot destroy confidence, it cannot kill friendship, it cannot shut out memories, it cannot silence courage, it cannot reduce eternal life, and it cannot quench the spirit.

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A guide to foot health for athletic kids (ARA) - With the Olympics approaching in July, you can expect to witness some amazing feats of athleticism this summer. But Olympic athletes won’t be the only ones competing hard in summer sports — so will your kids.

Millions of American children will participate in warm weather sports this year, from softball to soccer and swimming to cycling. No matter what their sport or whether they play competitively or just for fun, they will have one important thing in common: They’ll need their feet to be pain-free if they’re going to play their best and prevent injuries.

“Sports play a significant role in the lives of millions of young athletes,” says Dr. Michael King, a podiatrist and president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA). “Parents need to be aware that sports, which

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require a substantial amount of running, turning, and contact, can translate to injuries. Protecting children’s feet from injuries, and bringing them to a podiatrist when problems occur, can help keep kids in the game and make the sport more enjoyable.”

APMA offers some tips for helping protect children’s feet while playing warm weather sports: • Protective taping of the ankles is often necessary to help prevent sprains or fractures.

• Buying a shoe designed for the specific sport your child plays not only improves your child’s performance in the sport, it also can help protect him or her from serious foot and ankle injuries.

• Without the right sock, even the best athletic shoe won’t score points-on the field or off. Athletic socks should

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consist of a natural/synthetic blend, which is best at wicking away moisture and minimizing foot odor. Socks should not have large seams that might cause blisters or irritation.

Commonly played warm-weather sports and the risks associated with them include: • Basketball - Children playing basketball may be at risk for ankle sprains, tendinitis and plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the thick band of tissue on the sole of the foot). To minimize the risk of foot injury, choose a shoe with a thick, stiff sole, high ankle support and shock absorption.

• Tennis - The rapid, repetitive lateral movements and shifting of weight required of tennis players can lead to injuries such as ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis and corns or calluses. Tennis players will do best with a flexiblesoled shoe that supports both sides of the foot.

• Running - Movements required of runners include leg extension and hitting the balls of the feet with a great deal of force. Running can lead to shin splints, heel pain and blisters. A good running shoe should offer good support and shock absorption. In some cases, custom orthotics may be necessary to

provide additional support and control of foot motion.

• Soccer - The running, jumping and lateral movements required of soccer players can lead to many foot injuries, with heel pain and shin splints being among the most common. Soccer shoes should provide multiple cleats in the heel area and enough room for thick soccer socks.

“Sports-related foot and ankle injuries are on the rise as more children participate actively in sports,” King says. “Parents need to be vigilant to ensure children’s feet remain healthy and safe. And remember — lack of complaint by a child is not a reliable sign that everything is fine. The bones of growing feet are so flexible that they can be twisted and distorted without the child being aware of it.”

Ensuring your child’s feet stay healthy could go a long way — your young athlete could one day be the next LeBron James or Brandi Chastain. If your child participates in strenuous sports, monitor his or her foot health closely. If you suspect a problem, take your child to a podiatrist for evaluation and treatment. Find one in your area by visiting APMA’s website at www.APMA.org.

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My pills are expired — now what?

It happens every day. You have a headache or another ailment and go to the medicine cabinet to find relief.

After shaking a few pills out of the bottle, you happen to glance at the expiration date stamped on the side and realize those pain-relief pills have expired. You wonder if you will get sick if you swallow them or if you can get away with it this time.

Who isn’t trying to stretch a dollar a little further these days? And with prescription drug costs rising and some companies cutting back on health insurance coverage, there are thousands of people who may be between plans and cannot afford to continually restock their medicine cabinets with new drugs. Is it safe to take that antianxiety medication even if its expiration date has come and gone? Will

those acid reducers make you even more sick? These are viable questions.

For the most part, medical experts say that expired drugs are reasonably safe to take. According to information published in Pharmacology Today, the expiration date stamped on overthe-counter medication is a date at which the drug manufacturer can still guarantee full potency of the drug.

The expiration date on your prescription medicine bottle may be the date that the prescription — not the medicine — expires, generally a year after the medication was filled. A law was passed in 1979 that required drug manufacturers to issue the expiration date as a means to giving consumers what they paid for, and likely to avoid litigation over drugs that are no longer effective.

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Medical authorities state that the majority of expired drugs are safe to take — even medications that expired years ago. However, their potency may be reduced. Liquid medications, such as oral antibiotics, may lose their potency faster than pills. Tetracycline, a broad-spectrum antibiotic, is one that causes some controversy regarding safety after expiration. So it’s best to discard tetracycline pills once they have expired. Others say that nitroglycerine and hydrocodone (Vicodin) may present some dangers after expiration, but this has not been proven in any large-scale study.

If you need some more reassurance that those expired pills are fine to take, consider a study conducted by the US Food and Drug Administration at the request of the U.S. military. The military was considering disposing of and replacing its drug store every few years because of expiration dates, which would have come at a considerable cost. After a lengthy analysis, the

FDA determined that 90 percent of the more than 100 drugs they tested — both prescription and OTC — were still potent even 15 years after the expiration date.

That doesn’t mean it is always safe or effective to take an expired pill, especially if you are self-diagnosing a medical condition and subsequently self-medicating. Medications should always be used under the guidance of a doctor who can monitor dosing and progress. Also, medications should never be shared among different members of the family for whom they were not prescribed.

Individuals who stockpile medications also run the risk of some other dangers. There’s the chance of grabbing the wrong bottle and taking a medication that is not needed, a problem common with the elderly that can result in illness. With narcotic and prescription drug abuse a rising epidemic among young people, having a cabinet full of drugs could prove tempting to adolescents thinking about getting high from drugs readily available in their own homes.

The best advice regarding expired drugs is when in doubt, throw them out. But if you’ve just swallowed some expired ibuprofen and are worried about side effects, chances are there is nothing to worry about.

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Foster grandparents make a difference St. Mary’s Foster Grandparent Program is currently recruiting foster grandparent volunteers to spend time in area classrooms, tutoring and mentoring children 1:1. Volunteers must be 55 years of age or older, relate well to children, and work well under the supervision of a teacher.

“Many retirees want to give their time to the community, and volunteering as a Foster Grandparent is very rewarding,” says Tanya Fink, program coordinator for the Foster Grandparent Program of Mesa and Delta counties.

“Our volunteers frequently tell me how much they love going to school — walking in the room, hearing the kids squeal with delight that they have ‘Grandma’ or ‘Grandpa’ in their class that day.

The hugs, the love, make it all worth getting up and out the door! What makes it even more worthwhile is that

the foster grandparent volunteers are filling a void in the schools, preschools, daycares, and Head Start classrooms that they volunteer in. School budgets are getting tighter, and educational expectations are increasing. Our volunteers can provide that one-to-one help that so many of our kids need.”

Foster grandparent volunteers must display patience, kindness, and compassion, an ability to relate well to children, and the ability to read and write. Volunteer applicants will need to provide their own transportation to and from their assigned school, and submit to a background check. Volunteers who meet age and income criteria are eligible to receive a non-taxable stipend, and will need to be able to volunteer a minimum of 15 hours/week. For more information or to apply, please contact Tanya Fink, program coordinator, at

(970) 263-9091, x6.

About the Foster Grandparent Program St. Mary’s Foster Grandparent Program is a non-profit program that falls under the Senior Corps umbrella of volunteer opportunities. Our volunteers are 55+ and must meet income and hourly eligibility requirements. Fos-

ter grandparent volunteers use their life experiences to tutor and mentor special-needs and/or at-risk youth in a classroom setting at various district and non-profit educational facilities and day care centers. Our 60+ volunteers make a difference in the lives of over 1,300 children a year in both Mesa County and Delta County.

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NATIONAL NURSES WEEK May 6-12, 2012

National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6, also known as National Nurses Day, through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

Delta County Memorial Hospital takes great pride in recognizing their nursing staff during National Nurses Week and thanks each and every one of them for their tireless commitment to providing safe and compassionate care to our patients.

If you think you have a drinking problem, Alcoholics Anonymous can help. There are weekly AA meetings throughout Delta County and beyond.

For more information, call 245-9649 or 888-333-9649, or visit www.aa-westerncolorado.org.

Austin Robbers Roost, 10465 2100 Road — Thursdays, 6 p.m. Closed men’s (smoking).

All Saints Lutheran Church, 20101 Deer Creek Road and Highway 65 — Thursdays, 6 p.m. Closed women’s book study.

First Baptist Church, 2210 Canal Street — Fridays, 6:30 p.m. Open.

Cedaredge 145 NW 4th Street — Mondays at noon (open); Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. (open); Thursdays at 8 p.m. (open); Saturdays, 7 p.m. (open).

Aspen Trails, Highway 65 — Sundays, 7:30 p.m. Closed men’s 12 and 12.

Crawford Crawford Town Hall — Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Workshop step meeting.

Delta Friends of Bill Club, 9th and Palmer — Sundays, 1 p.m. (open speaker); Sundays, 7 p.m. (open); Mondays, 12 noon (open); Tuesdays, 12 noon (open); Wednesdays, 12 noon (open 12 and 12); Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. (closed women’s); Thursday, 12 noon (open); Thursdays, 8 p.m. (open); Fridays, 12 noon (open big

book); Saturdays, 12:15 p.m. (open).

Center for Mental Health, 107 W. 11th Street — Tuesdays, 8:15 p.m.

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St. Luke’s Church, 5th and Palmer — Saturdays, 11 a.m. Open women’s.

United Methodist Church, 5th and Meeker — Saturdays, 7:30 p.m. Open speaker.

Hotchkiss First Baptist Church, Main and Oak Street — Mondays, 8 p.m. Open.

United Methodist Church, 2nd and Orchard — Thursdays, 7 p.m. Open.

Paonia United Methodist Church, 3rd and Onarga — Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Open.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 3rd Street and North Fork Avenue — Fridays, 8 p.m. Open.

Daytime drowsiness Do you find yourself reaching for a can of soda or a cup of coffee during the day to banish fatigue? Many do. But you may want to grab a bottle of water instead. Research indicates that lack of water is the No. 1 trigger of daytime fatigue. Therefore, not only can drinking adequate supplies of water keep you refreshed, it can also help to keep you more awake — even during a boring business meeting.

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Spring into fitness with a race Whether you are getting ready for bathing suit season or looking for a new fitness challenge, spring races offer an opportunity to find motivation and turn workout goals into reality. Signing up for a race is the first step, but once you’ve decided to participate, it’s important to prepare. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the non-profit weight-loss support organization, shares reasons to take part in a 5K or other middle-distance race and offers training tips for the event.

Benefits of Races 1. Have a starting point. 5Ks are perfect for beginners, and they are often a stepping stone to future goals — 10Ks, half marathons, and, possibly, marathons.

2. Say “goodbye” to winter blues.

Exercising outside will expose you to more sunshine, and running kicks off the production of endorphins, which

are associated with positive emotions.

Researchers from the American College of Sports Medicine recommend 30 minutes of cardio activities to reduce tension, depression, anger, and fatigue.

3. Get in shape for summer. Training for a race requires exercising more frequently for a longer period of time. It’s a great workout, raising the heart rate, burning calories, relieving stress, and toning the body.

4. Work out with a purpose. A training schedule to meet your race goal will keep you motivated and focused. It’s essential to have a positive fitness goal to get and keep you moving.

5. Help others and yourself. Many races are hosted by a nonprofit organization or benefit a charity to raise money.

It’s an opportunity to support a worthwhile cause while getting in shape.

Getting Started It’s essential to train in advance for

a race. “Choose a race that is approximately six to 12 weeks from the start of your training,” says Amy Goldwater, M.S., educator, former body building champion, and physical fitness expert for TOPS. This will give you time to plan ahead, get into shape, and set goals for the race.

According to Runner’s World, run for three days out of the week, resting the remaining four, reaching six to 15 miles total each week, for 5K training.

Run for five days out of the week, resting the remaining two, reaching 17 to 22.5 miles total weekly, when preparing for a 10K race.

Follow these other tips to transition from walking to running and get ready for race day: 1. Start slowly. If you’re new to running, start out walking and progress to a brisk walk or run. You can also alternate between running and walking.

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When you start out running, take it easy. A good rule: you should be able to have a conversation during the workout without struggling for air.

2. Seek variety in a workout. Mix running with walking to change up the workout’s intensity. Participate in resistance training. “Weight lifting two to three times per week is another way to improve your 5K run and strengthen your legs to reduce fatigue,” explains Goldwater.

3. Join a group or do it with friends.

Many gyms have walking or running programs that members can join. Participating in a group or exercising with a friend will help keep you motivated and accountable.

4. Eat right. It’s important to fuel your body properly for a race. According to Goldwater, “Individuals should consume a meal of 300 to 400 calories about two hours before the race begins.”

5. Invest in proper gear. Buy wellfitting shoes and comfortable, moisture-wicking clothes. If you’re not sure where to begin, look for a running store in the area. Many have staff that can assess you and help select the ideal attire.

6. Rest. Respect your body. If you’re tired or sore, you may need a break for a few days. Understand what your body needs, so you know when it’s time to push yourself and when it’s time to rest.

Founded more than 64 years ago, TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is the only non-profit, non-commercial weight loss organization of its kind.

TOPS promotes successful weight management with a “Real People. Real Weight Loss.” philosophy that combines support from others at weekly chapter meetings, healthy eating, regular exercise, and wellness information.

Visitors are welcome to attend their first TOPS meeting free of charge. To find a local chapter, view www.tops.org or call (800) 932-8677.

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Snacking has become an all day affair

BY SHIRLEY PERRYMAN, MS, RD Food Science and Human Nutrition Specialist Colorado State University Extension

The number of adults and adolescents who snack and the frequency of our snacking have both increased.

With busy lives 87 percent of us snack throughout the day and consume about a quarter of our calories from sugary beverages and snack foods.

Unfortunately, many of us choose snacks instead of eating three sit-down, healthy meals. Some of us start our day with breakfast-to-go snacks when there isn’t time to prepare a meal before heading out the door. We may continue snacking throughout the morning, at lunch and dinner, and into the evening.

Whether you snack because you’re busy, bored, stressed, want a pick-meup or believe it’s healthier to eat mini meals throughout the day, make those calories count toward your total for the day and contribute nutritionally to your well-being. Food manufacturers are meeting the consumer’s desire for healthier snacks with snacks that are lower in calories, higher in fiber or antioxidants.

Make a snack plan. Keep whole, fresh foods on hand. Steer clear of packaged items loaded with sugar, fat and salt. Consider these tips for healthy snacking starting in the morning:

Pick protein. One study showed that eating protein early in the day is more inclined to fill you up so you’re more likely to feel fuller longer. Choose dairy foods like yogurt and milk-based drinks over fruit juices and drinks.

Other protein-packed snack options are a handful of nuts, a hard-boiled egg or cheese stick.

Pick a better bar. If you’re fond of breakfast bars, choose one that is higher in fiber and lower in sugar and fat so that you’re not just fueling up on a candy bar in disguise. Check the nutrition label and pass on those with sugar (or its sweeter cousins such as syrup, honey and anything ending in “ose”) as the first ingredient.

Plan ahead. Instead of buying a baked treat at the corner coffee shop to go with your java, bake whole grain scones and muffins to tuck in the freezer. Package these breakfast options individually so they’re ready to pack in your purse, back pack or briefcase in the morning. Mixing up and baking quantity to have on hand is easy and saves money, too.

Whether snacking out of necessity, for fun or as a planned part of how you eat every day, these tips can help you snack smarter and meet your daily nutrient needs: Check out www.MyPlate.gov to see

how to fill your plate with fruits, veggies, grains, protein and dairy for good nutrition. Then count your snacks toward food group servings to “Get Your Plate in Shape,” this month’s theme for National Nutrition Month.

Use snacks to fill in food groups you’re less likely to eat. Yogurt can sub for milk. Fresh veggies may be more appealing as a snack than the cooked veggies at dinner to help fill half your plate with fresh produce. Whole grain crackers (read the label and look for “whole”) can help you meet the recommendation to make half your grains whole.

Plan ahead for healthy snacking.

Know where you can purchase better-for-you choices when you’re away from home. Have healthy grab-and-go choices such as fruits, veggies, whole

grain crackers and peanut butter on hand. Think outside the box for variety.

Snacks like hummus and whole wheat pita bread or veggies with low fat dip are a nice change.

On occasions when an unplanned attack of the munchies is overpowering in spite of your best efforts, have on hand air popped popcorn or make a quick and filling fruit smoothie by blending low fat milk and frozen fruit.

Spend your daily calorie budget wisely. Be aware of recommended portion sizes. If portions are large, share it with someone else or save some for later. If you have difficulty controlling the size of portions you eat, don’t eat from packages that contain multiple servings. Choose a whole piece of fruit or a packaged snack pack to control portions.

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A baby’s oral health should begin at birth Now’s a great time to brush up on how to help keep cavities out of children’s mouths and create a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Most Colorado parents don’t realize that cavities are nearly 100 percent preventable, according to a survey by Delta Dental of Colorado. Tooth decay can develop any time after teeth erupt in the mouth, which typically starts at around 6 months of age. So from birth, it’s important to establish good oral health habits to keep away cavity-causing bacteria and help prevent cavities.

“Parents might think that because their child’s baby teeth will eventually fall out, that caring for them is less important,” said Dr. Fiona Collins, dental director for Delta Dental of Colorado. “But baby teeth help children chew and speak properly, help development

and hold space for permanent teeth.”

Before the first tooth erupts, dentists recommend that parents wipe their baby’s gums with a damp washcloth or soft infant toothbrush after meals.

Cleaning the baby’s gums will help keep bacteria levels low and maintain a clean home for his or her new teeth.

According to the survey, seven in 10 Colorado parents (70 percent) knew it was correct to clean a baby’s gums with a soft cloth before the teeth surface, but 28 percent reported only cleaning their baby’s gums a few times a week or less.

Nearly one in five parents (18 percent) with a child 4 years old or younger report that he or she goes to bed every night or a few times a week with a bottle or sippy cup containing milk or juice. Parents should not put a child to bed with a bottle of milk, juice,

,

or high risk for cavities, a “smear” of fluoridated toothpaste should be used.

In all children ages 2 to 5, a “pea-sized” amount of toothpaste should be used.

Be sure to train your child to spit out the toothpaste and rinse afterward.

Help your child brush properly twice a day.

• You should help brush and floss or at least supervise until age 7 or 8 or until your child can properly care for his or her teeth alone.

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sweetened water or soft drinks, Collins noted. The frequent exposure to sugar can lead to severe tooth decay – often called baby bottle decay. Instead, parents should fill the bottle with water.

Infants and very young children have more of a desire to suck than to have sweet liquids.

Here are some additional steps you can take to ensure your little one has a healthy smile through childhood and into adulthood.

• Avoid sharing toothbrushes, bottles, spoons and straws to protect your baby from the transfer of cavity-causing bacteria.

• As soon as the first tooth erupts, begin brushing with a small, softbristled toothbrush and water at least once a day, preferably before bedtime.

Once any two of your child’s teeth are touching, it’s time to start flossing once a day.

• Within six months of getting the first tooth — and no later than the first birthday — your baby should have his or her first dental visit.

• In a child under the age of 2, if he or she is considered at moderate

Toddler rules at potty time When it comes to toilet training, your toddler is the boss.

“You may be the parent but the child has complete control over this process,” said Dr. Teri Turner, assistant professor of pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine. “Toilet training fails when parents forget who’s in charge.”

Toddlers learn the responsibility of using the toilet when the time is right for them. A child doesn’t magically become ready at age 2, Turner said.

Incentives can be helpful in motivating a child to become responsible, but frequent reminders often have the opposite effect.

“The most common reason for resisting toilet training is that the child has been lectured or reminded too much,” she said. “To the child, the reminders are pressure.”

Parents can begin toilet training when the child is able to stay dry for several hours and can communicate the need to use the toilet. The child will be looking for independence and will want to please.

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Eat smart for a healthy heart Making healthy food choices is one important thing you can do to reduce your risk of heart disease, the leading cause of death of men and women in the United States.

According to the American Heart Association, about 80 million adults in the U.S. have at least one form of heart disease — disorders that prevent the heart from functioning normally — including coronary artery disease, heart rhythm problems, heart defects, infections, and cardiomyopathy (thickening or enlargement of the heart muscle).

Experts say you can reduce the risk of developing these problems with lifestyle changes that include eating a healthy diet. But with racks full of books and magazines about food and recipes, what is the best diet for a healthy heart.

Mary Grosvenor MS, RD, CDE, Delta County Memorial Hospital registered dietitian suggests these simple guidelines when preparing meals: • Balance calories to manage body weight.

• Eat at least 4.5 cups of fruits and vegetables a day, including a variety of dark-green, red, and orange vegetables, beans, and peas.

• Eat seafood (including oily fish) in place of some meat and poultry • Eat whole grains — the equivalent of at least three 1-ounce servings a day • Use oils to replace solid fats.

• Use fat-free or low-fat versions of dairy products.

You should also reduce your sodium intake. The general recommendation is to eat less than 2,300 mg. of sodium a day. But Americans 51 or older, AfricanAmericans of any age, and people with high blood pressure, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease should restrict their intake to 1,500 mg.

Packaged and Restaurant Food One way to make sure you’re adher-

ing to healthy guidelines is by using the nutrition labels on the packaged foods you buy.

“Product labels give consumers the power to compare foods quickly and easily so they can judge which products best fit into a heart healthy diet or meet other dietary needs,” Ray Jensen, RD, CDE, Delta County Memorial Hospital registered dietitian says. “Remember, when you see a percent DV (daily value of key nutrients) on the label, 5 percent or less is low and 20 percent or more is high.”

Follow these guidelines when using processed foods or eating in restaurants: • Choose lean meats and poultry.

Bake it, broil it, or grill it.

• In a restaurant, opt for steamed, grilled, or broiled dishes instead of those that are fried or sautéed.

• Look on product labels for foods low in saturated fats, trans fats, and cholesterol. Most of the fats you eat should come from polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, such as those found in some types of fish, nuts and vegetable oils.

• Check product labels for foods high in potassium (unless you’ve been advised to restrict the amount of potassium you eat). Potassium counteracts some of the effects of salt on blood pressure.

• Choose foods and beverages low in added sugars. Read the ingredient list to make sure that added sugars are not among the first ingredients. Ingredients in the largest amounts are listed first.

Some names for added sugars include sucrose, glucose, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, maple syrup, and fructose. The nutrition facts on the product label give the total sugar content.

Pick foods that provide dietary fiber, like fruits, beans, vegetables, and whole grains.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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Cleaning tips for a healthy home environment (ARA) - Allergens lurk inside and outside your home, causing more than 40 million Americans with allergies to cough, sneeze and have itchy eyes all year long, especially in springtime.

And, for 25 million Americans with asthma it can be even more problematic. You’d assume cleaning your home would help reduce these allergy triggers, but if you’re not cleaning the right way, you could actually be making the problem worse.

If your cleaning routine doesn’t specifically focus on allergen removal, you may be only moving dust around, sending allergens and irritating cleaning chemicals into the air. To maximize your cleaning efforts to reduce allergens, consider these simple tips from the asthma and allergy friendly certification program, the healthy home initiative of the nonprofit Asthma and

Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA): • You may think dusting your home will help reduce allergens, but if you use a feather duster that simply lifts the dust off surfaces and into the air, you will actually increase airborne dust particles. Instead, use moist cloths or special dry dusters designed to trap and lock dust from hard and soft surfaces.

• Certain cleaning products can also contribute to airborne irritants, especially if they contain harsh chemicals, strong odors or volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Choose products that contain none of these irritants, but also beware of “green” labels, as some of these solutions may be made with natural allergenic ingredients, such as lemon, coconut or tea-tree oils.

• Use a vacuum that has a HEPA filter with tight seams and seals to pre-

vent particles from leaking out while you vacuum. Also, choose a style that requires minimal exposure during canister emptying or bag changes.

• Rodent dander and cockroach particles are common household asthma triggers. However, some pesticides may do more harm than good for people with asthma and allergies. If you have a pest problem, look for an exterminator with expertise in integrated pest management and experience treating homes of people with asthma.

• Whether you have a cat or dog, pet dander is present in most U.S. homes. Your cleaning routine should include frequently washing linens in your bedroom, where cat or dog dander can settle. Place mite-proof bedding on your mattresses and pillows. Wash your bedding at least once a week in 130-degree hot water to kill mites and their eggs.

• Mold, a common allergy trigger, can grow anywhere in your home where moisture is present. Look for cleaning products that help kill and prevent mold from returning. Also, keep household humidity below 50 percent and fix leaky pipes and cracks to reduce standing puddles of moisture where mold can prosper.

• Gather stuffed toys, where dust mites, mold and pet dander can accumulate, and wash them in hot water

and dry completely before using again.

Place stuffed toys that can’t be washed in the freezer for 24 hours, then rinse in cold water to remove dead mites, and dry completely. Do this monthly.

• Lots of air passes through window areas, and airborne dust and allergens accumulate on all types of window treatments, which are rarely cleaned.

In the family room and throughout the home, replace big, heavy linen drapes with more sensible window treatments such as wood blinds or flat screens that are easy to wipe and keep clean.

Keep in mind that while consumers spend nearly $18 billion annually on asthma and allergy medications, they also spend more than $20 billion on nonmedical consumer products marketed for people with asthma and allergies such as room air cleaners, bedding, vacuums and more, according to AAFA. While demand for such products continues to grow, there is little regulation governing product claims, the Foundation notes. AAFA’s asthma and allergy friendly certification program helps consumers evaluate and verify the allergen-reducing effectiveness of a variety of products, from cleaning supplies, air cleaning devices and vacuums to toys, bedding, home improvement products, paints, clothes washers and more. You can learn more at www.

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Colorow: A Community of Caring “Medical treatment should be the servant of genuine human caring, never its master” — a principle of the Eden Alternative and a key to care provided at Colorow. Choices are honored. Elders get up when they choose, eat when and what they choose, and have therapy as they choose. Care is “person centered.”

Experienced therapists and a stable nursing staff provide Medicare rehabilitation, inpatient and outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapies. Kevin Graham, a physical therapist at Colorow for more than five years, understands that an individual relationship with each person ultimately fuels therapeutic success.

Whether at Colorow for a short term stay or long term care, Colorow believes that a warm environment is the answer. Carpeted like home, there is no overhead paging, ringing bells, or even a nurse’s station. In its truly unique approach, the dining room is open, a pantry available, and a resident’s dog may greet you at the door. To help each resident live life to the fullest, Colorow uses non-traditional approaches to meet everyday needs. Peppermint lotion for aching muscles, a warm cup of tea for sleep, and a drop of lavender for anxiety are simple remedies that bring comfort.

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Unscrambling the myths behind eggs (ARA) - When it comes to eggs,

and is also 64 percent higher in vitamin

“Research shows that saturated fat

form and maintain strong bones.

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dietary cholesterol and heart health,

D, with 41 IU per large egg. Moreover,

may be more likely to raise a person’s

what you think you know may be a bit

one large egg contains six grams of

blood cholesterol than dietary choles-

shows that eating eggs for breakfast

scrambled. Concerns over dietary cho-

high-quality protein and 13 essential

terol,” says Neva Cochran, registered

can help overweight dieters lose more

lesterol and its impact on heart disease

nutrients for 70 calories.

dietitian, nutrition writer and research-

weight, lower their body mass index

keeps many people from eating eggs,

er for Woman’s World Magazine. “Eat-

and shrink their waist more than eat-

despite their nutritional benefits. How-

ing a balanced breakfast with high-

ing a bagel of equal calories for break-

ever, more than 40 years of research

quality protein foods like eggs, along

fast.

shows healthy adults can enjoy an egg

with other nutrient-rich foods like fruit

every day without significantly impact-

and whole grains, is the best way to

ing their risk of heart disease.

Eggs are Easy Adding eggs to your breakfast rou-

start the day. Unlike sugary foods, eggs

tine can be easy, even on busy weekday

Cracking the Cholesterol Myth

have no simple sugars and contain no

mornings. Whether you’re craving

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carbs, providing steady and sustained

scrambled eggs, an omelet or an egg

energy.”

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healthy diet balanced with fruits and

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ible time-saving tool, so you can start

dairy, falls well within current choles-

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every day with a nutritious breakfast.

terol guidelines. In fact, according to

eggs as a nutrient dense food and state

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USDA data, one large egg is 14 percent

that the consumption of one egg per

time you’re in a rush:

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adults. And, eggs provide high-quality

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protein that helps build muscles and

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increases satiety for all-day energy,

1 egg

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cheese blend 1 tablespoon salsa

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bowl with microwave-safe paper towel.

house that contribute to a healthy diet

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center of tortilla. Beat egg gently with

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a fork until blended, being careful not to tear tortilla.

foods for breakfast, like eggs, can help

2. Microwave on high 30 seconds;

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stir. Microwave until egg is almost set,

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cent of the recommended daily allow-

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Seven habits to prevent hearing loss (ARA) - Hearing loss is common, but the perception that hearing loss is only caused by aging is incorrect. More than 36 million Americans have hearing loss.

Changing lifestyle habits, and treating a variety of health conditions can help to prevent hearing loss.

Seven healthy habits may help prevent or delay the onset of hearing loss.

1. Noise. Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common yet preventable cause of hearing loss. Exposure to dangerous levels of noise can occur at work, home and in many recreational activities. Wear ear plugs or muffs when operating loud equipment (i.e., lawn mowers, power saws, leaf blower, etc.) or when using firearms. Buy quieter products (compare dB ratings advertised on the products — the smaller the better).

2. iPod/MP3 players. Listening to MP3 players at dangerous levels can cause permanent hearing loss. You can download apps to ensure noise exposure through your iPod does not exceed dangerous decibel levels. “Volume Limit” is a switch in the “settings” section of your iPhone or iPod to make sure that your hearing is protected. This allows you to set a maximum level for the volume output of the media player and even put a 4-digit code on it to keep it fixed.

3. Diabetes. The National Institute of Health (NIH) has found that hearing loss is twice as common in people with diabetes. Furthermore, of the 79 million adults with pre-diabetes, the rate of hearing loss is 30 percent higher than in those with normal blood sugar levels.

Moderate weight loss, eating healthy and exercise can delay or prevent type 2 diabetes among adults at-risk for dia-

betes.

4. Smoking. Smoking is a risk factor for hearing loss. Smokers are nearly 70 percent more likely than nonsmokers to suffer hearing loss. Exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke almost doubles the risk of hearing loss among adolescents. Studies show that smoking, age and noise exposure together increase the risk for hearing loss more than each of these factors alone.

5. Cardiovascular disease. Not only does exercise help to prevent type 2 diabetes, but cardiovascular health and hearing health appear associated. Growing evidence suggests a link between hearing loss and poor cardiovascular health.

6. Earwax (cerumen). Don’t swab your ear canals. Cerumen cleans and lubricates the skin of the ear canal and provides protection from bacteria, fungi, insects and water. Attempting to remove cerumen or cleaning the ear canal with a cotton swab tends to push earwax deeper into the ear canal.

Excess or impacted cerumen can press against the eardrum and/or occlude the external auditory canal resulting in hearing loss.

7. See an audiologist. Susceptibility to hearing loss is often undiagnosed and unrecognized. The Audiology Awareness Campaign, a nonprofit foundation aimed at providing the public with information on hearing loss, is sponsoring the fifth annual Listen Up America Week, National Hearing Screening Week May 14 to 18, where audiologists will offer free hearing screenings nationwide. Call 888-833EARS (3277) or visit www.audiologyawareness.com to find an audiologist in your area.

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Explaining sports hernias According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, sports hernias, known to medical professionals as athletic pubalgia, most often occur during sports that require sudden changes in direction or intense twisting movements.

The growing popularity of core exercises, which require twisting movements, among fitness enthusiasts is one possible reason why there seem to be

more sports hernia injuries now than in years past. When done properly, core exercises should reduce the likelihood of sports hernias. However, many people do not use the proper form when exercising, and poor form during core exercises could result in injury, including a sports hernia.

What is sports hernia?

A sports hernia is an injury to the

soft tissue in the groin area. Often painful, a sports hernia is most likely to occur during sports that require a sudden change in direction or intense twisting movements. When a person has a sports hernia, any soft tissue, be it a muscle, tendon or ligament, in the lower abdomen or groin area is strained or even torn.

Is sports hernia an actual hernia?

Sports hernia can cause an abdominal hernia, but the sports hernia itself is not actually a traditional hernia. When a person has a typical hernia, abdominal contents protrude into the inguinal canal. No such protrusion occurs during a sports hernia, but the name has stuck because many of the surgical treatments associated with sports hernias are similar to those associated with traditional hernias.

Are there symptoms of a sports hernia?

Sports hernias do exhibit some symptoms, most notably pain. Severe pain in the groin area is a common symptom of a sports hernia. This pain will likely disappear during rest or periods of inactivity, but the pain is likely to return when you return to playing a sport, especially if that sport requires twisting movements.

Unlike a typical hernia, a sports hernia does not cause a physical bulge in the groin. This might happen over time, but that bulge is not the sports hernia; it’s the inguinal hernia that developed while you had the sports hernia.

How is a sports hernia diagnosed?

Once a doctor has spoken to you about your symptoms and your physical activity, he or she might conduct a physical test to determine if you have a sports hernia. The doctor might ask you to do a sit-up or flex your body’s trunk against resistance. These tasks will be considerably painful if you have a sports hernia.

The doctor also might order an MRI or X-rays. In addition, the doctor will likely conduct a physical examination to see if there is any tenderness in the groin or above the pubis.

What treatments are available for a sports hernia?

Treatment options can be broken down into two categories: Nonsurgical and surgical. Nonsurgical treatments include rest, physical therapy aimed at improving strength and flexibility in the abdominal and inner thigh muscles and anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain and swelling.

More information about sports hernias is available at www.aaos.org.

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The 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s Memory loss that disrupts daily life may be a symptom of Alzheimer’s, a fatal brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, thinking and reasoning skills. There are 10 warning signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s. Every individual may experience one or more of these signs in different degrees.

Memory loss that disrupts daily life. One of the most common signs of Alzheimer’s is memory loss, especially forgetting recently learned information.

Others include forgetting important dates or events; asking for the same information over and over; relying on memory aids (e.g., reminder notes or electronic devices) or family members for things they used to handle on their own.

Challenges in planning or solving problems. Some people may experience changes in their ability to develop and follow a plan or work with

numbers. They may have trouble following a familiar recipe or keeping track of monthly bills. They may have difficulty concentrating and take much longer to do things than they did before.

Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, at work or at leisure. People with Alzheimer’s often find it hard to complete daily tasks.

Sometimes, people may have trouble driving to a familiar location, managing a budget or remembering the rules of a favorite game.

Confusion with time or place.

People with Alzheimer’s can lose track of dates, seasons and the passage of time. Sometimes they may forget where they are or how they got there.

Trouble understanding visual images and spatial relationships.

For some people, having vision problems is a sign of Alzheimer’s. They may have difficulty reading, judging distance and

determining color or contrast. In terms of perception, they may pass a mirror and think someone else is in the room.

New problems with words in speaking or writing. People with Alzheimer’s may have trouble following or joining a conversation. They may stop in the middle of a conversation and have no idea how to continue or they may repeat themselves. They may struggle with vocabulary, have problems finding the right word or call things by the wrong name (e.g., calling a “watch” a “hand-clock”).

Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps. A person with Alzheimer’s disease may put things in unusual places. They may lose things and be unable to go back over their steps to find them again. Sometimes, they may accuse others of stealing. This may occur more frequently over time.

Decreased or poor judgment.

People with Alzheimer’s may experience changes in judgment or decision-making. For example, they may use poor judgment when dealing with money, giving large amounts to telemarketers.

They may pay less attention to grooming or keeping themselves clean.

Withdrawal from work or social activities. A person with Alzheimer’s may start to remove themselves from hobbies, social activities, work projects or sports. They may have trouble keeping up with a favorite sports team or remembering how to complete a favorite hobby.

Changes in mood and personality. The mood and personalities of people with Alzheimer’s can change. They can become confused, suspicious, depressed, fearful or anxious. They may be easily upset when they are out of their comfort zone.

Source: Alzheimer’s Association

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