The Lost Creek Guide April 07, 2021

Volume 14 • Edition 7

April 7, 2021

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“Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains taken to bring it to light” George Washington “If we are to guard against ignorance and remain free, it is the responsibility of every American to be informed” Thomas Jefferson

WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE:

Page 2: Way of the World Page 2: Weld County & State of Colorado Move to Phase 2 on Friday Page 3: Bruce Sparrow Mountain Blue Bird Picture Page 4: More Than Meat, Colorado Agriculture Unites to Celebrate Industry Page 5: Surprise: US, Not Foreigners Owns Most of Our Debt Page 6: Polis Releases Rural Colorado from Most Mask Restrictions Page 8: United Power Board of Director Candidates Page 9: Southeast Weld Chamber Met at Ben’s Pizzeria in Hudson Page 10: March 20, Meat-In Day at Hudson Locker Page 11: Non-Invasively Assessing Cardiovascular Risk Page 12: America’s Frontline Doctors

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by Bob Grand Have we elected enough Democrats and Republicans? Maybe we need to elect some Independents. It has been with great disappointment that I have watched our United States Senators from Colorado vote the party line, absolutely supporting New York Senator Chuck Schumer whose policies have absolutely supported Nancy Pelosi’s thoughts in lock step.

Where is the common sense? Did folks leave it at the plane door when they arrive in Washington?

COVID 19 is an issue, immigration is an issue. Who is responsible? The answer is a bunch of people on both sides of the aisle. How do you justify releasing thousands of illegal aliens into the United States with the possibility that every one of them could be a source of COCVID 19? Now that is probably an extreme, but if it is even one isn’t that too many?

During the election Joe Biden basically invited new illegal immigration, do you think that helped create the surge? What did he expect to happen? Appointing Kamala Harris, his vice president, as his point person will be interesting to watch. A fair and reasonable resolution of the immigration issue is a difficult task, it requires fair and reasonable people, which are exceedingly rare commodity in this polarized society we live in. With our very progressively dominated Washington world there are billions of dollars required to support the non-addressing of the illegal immigration issue, not only for the federal jobs but in the multitude of social services support functions required. Yet we do not even know the order of magnitude of the illegal immigrant population. One recently elected Washington Senator indicated it was a 5-million-person issue. A northeast ivy school estimated it at 22.5 million. Who knows because to ask that question you are branded a right-wing extremist who is a bigot?

Our schools and medical services are overwhelmed. There will never be enough money to provide adequate services. Our government, led by Democrats, Republicans and the entrenched bureaucracy which reports to no one but themselves is the cause. Have you read the 10th Amendment to the United States Constitution? It basically says that authority not specially called out in the constitution to be given to the federal government should lie with the states or the people. That has been ignored by both parties, for the most part, resulting in the control of way more of things that effect our lives, resting with the bureaucrats in Washington. We need to be asking our elected representatives to answer the question how big they want the federal government to become, and how much control should they have over our lives. If we do not like the answer, we should look to replace them at the voting booth. I know easier said than done. But whose fault is that? Ours. In Colorado, the unaffiliated voters are the largest block of voters, yet we are led like sheep by the overall control the major parties have. This last election, driven by an almost rabid anti Trump thought process, fueled by a frenzied media, allowed no room for common sense. Ultimately, we cannot survive as a free nation unless we change the course we are on.

The current marching orders in Washington call for a further and further move to the left. If you look at the COVID 19 relief package 2.0 and the 2.0 trillion Infrastructure bill being proposed they are poorly disguised attempts to provide long term financing for progressive venues. Who is going to pay for all this? The President has a plan, raising taxes on the rich and corporations. We have been down this road before. Have you looked at what you are paying for gas and the cost of food at the store? People do not read history. If they did, they would perhaps understand the implications of what is going on. 1928 was a crazy time. Everybody was in the market, after all it could do nothing but go up. Buy a house because you know the market cannot do anything but go up. Oops, did anyone look at the price of lumber these days. It is estimated that the cost of lumber for a house has gone up almost $20,000 per house over the last year. And did I mention the price of copper? They use that in wire for houses.

We are locked into to an “us and them” mentality. We need more “we thinking”. Write, call, tell your elected representatives the people of America, all the people deserve a whole lot better. We are leaving our grandchildren and great children and their great children a horrific financial obligation down the road. It is wrong and it is immoral.

Speaking of wrong the New York City Council voted to remove qualified immunity for police officers. This is supposed to be a solution to prevent questionable behavior of police officers. Alan Dershowitz had some observations on one of the morning talks shows. ‘Stripping qualified immunity from police officers, by the very people who enjoy the protection against civil lawsuits, is an outrage and an attack on our most vulnerable protectors of our society… The stripping of the protections should start at the top, prosecutors, judges, and move on …”

The cancel culture that is currently overwhelming us has seen major crime increases of the most violent natures in most of our major cities. How long will it take before people say they have had enough? Many of our entrenched politicians do not seem to be bothered. We still have daily gunshot deaths in the black community in Chicago. Does anybody care? It seems only at election time.

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April 7, 2021

LETTER TO EDITOR Who is to blame in Texas?

The utility companies were forced to go green. 37% of Texas power is generated by wind turbines which froze up and gas, which is pumped by electric pumps failed, while coal and nuclear generated power were little effected. Since wind turbines represented 37% of the total energy supplies a drop of 47% in the supply constituted an 18% reduction in overall power supplied. There were three coal plants closed with power replaced by the wind turbines. So, who is to blame? Environmentalists, they pressured the politicians to pass the laws that precipitated the problem. If the utilities had not been forced to go green prematurely without regard to potential service issues the problem would have been far less serious for millions of people.

Now for the rest of the story. Texas does not expect to have full production from wind farms in the near term. They expected 6,000 mega watts, they got 4,000 megawatts, that is a loss of 1/3rd. But that represents only 1/36th of the 72,000 megawatts needed. Gases represented about 10%, or 5,000 megawatts and coal 5%, or 25400 megawatts. Rolling blackouts are a means of keeping the grid from completely collapsing. The grid is not a battery. It is one area sharing its excess power with an area that is short. The problem is where you have a universal need for more power, the other areas do not have power spare to share. The two gas plants that were shut down were always shut down for servi9cing, which is not unusual in the winter months, as demand is supposed to be down.

It is hard to fault anyone but we need to be aware hat we are in the 11,000th year of a 10,000 to 15,000 year cycle and we should be anticipating more weather variations of this type. That is the nature of the earth’s cycles, whether we like it or not.

Weld County and the State of Colorado Move to Phase 2 on Friday

Weld County, CO – On Friday April 2, Governor Polis is moving the State’s vaccination phases to Phase 2—the final phase for COVID vaccinations. Anyone who is aged 16 years and older will be eligible for a vaccine. In addition, all previous priority vaccination groups will continue to be eligible.

“The Weld County Health Department webpage continues to be one of the most efficient ways to register for and see where vaccinations are available,” said Shaun May, Public Health Services Division Director at the Weld County Health Department. “It’s exciting that we are now moving into the final vaccination phase.” Health officials continue to stress that the vaccines are safe, effective, and available at no-cost.

“Due to entering Phase 2, it’s no longer necessary for vaccine providers to screen people who want the vaccine,” said May. The Weld County Health Department website has been made easier to schedule vaccinations. The Health Department in partnership with the Sunrise Monfort Family Clinic in Evans, is providing a large community vaccination site on Monday’s, Tuesday’s and Thursday’s. Vaccinations will also be provided at the Health Department’s South County clinic (4209 County Road 24½, Longmont) on Wednesday’s. Please note, the Health Department is NOT providing any vaccinations at their main office in Greeley. Health Department staff are encouraging the public to visit Health’s website frequently for updates on new vaccination sites, dates, and times.

Phase 2 is the last of the vaccination phases and is open to anyone aged 16 and over.

People from all previous phases will continue to be eligible for the vaccine. Note: If you are not a Weld County resident, please check with your local public health agency for vaccine availability as to avoid unnecessary travel and spread of COVID-19.

For general questions about COVID-19, including on-line registration for vaccinations, visit: www.weldhealth.org

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Colorado GOP Chooses New Leadership Team As Party Vows to Retake State

Greenwood Village, CO. - Former Colorado GOP Chairman Ken Buck released his final statement as leader of the Colorado Republican Committee following the election of new officers by the State Central Committee: “I’m excited to congratulate new Colorado GOP Chairman Kristi Burton Brown, Vice Chair Priscilla Rahn, and Secretary Marilyn Harris. I know that the Colorado GOP is in good hands as we move to retake our state in 2022 and provide Colorado with leaders who will step up and fight for our state,” stated Former COGOP Chairman Ken Buck.

“Kristi, Priscilla, and Marilyn are the first all-female team to lead the Colorado GOP and I’m confident that they will be successful at driving our Party to many wins and successes over the next two years.”

Background: • For the first time ever, the Colorado GOP will be led by an all-female team.

• Chairman Kristi Burton Brown won on the third ballot by 59.36%, Vice Chair Priscilla Rahn won on the third ballot by 53.09%, and Secretary Marilyn Harris won on the first ballot by 59.1%.

• The new team took office at today’s State Organizational Meeting.

Photo by Bruce Sparrow of Keenesburg, CO

Mountain Bluebird Sialia currucoides

Conservation status

Nests in many remote areas, where it is less affected than the other bluebirds by competition for nest sites with Starlings and other invaders.

Numbers are apparently stable.

Family

Thrushes

Habitat

(Left to right: Secretary Marilyn Harris, Vice Chair Priscilla Rahn, and Chairman Kristi Burton Brown)

Open country with some trees; in winter, also treeless terrain. Often in more open areas than other bluebirds. Breeding habitats not always in mountains; found in lowland prairies and sagebrush

flats as well as alpine zones above treeline.

In winter, most common in pinyon-juniper woods but also in open grassland, desert, farmland, even barren plowed fields.

The powder-blue male Mountain Bluebird is among the most beautiful birds of the West. Living in more open terrain than the other two bluebirds, this species may nest in holes in cliffs or dirt banks when tree hollows are not available. It often seeks its food by hovering low over the grass in open fields. During the winter, Mountain Bluebirds often gather in large flocks, even by the hundreds, sometimes associating with Western Bluebirds.

Information from the Audobon.org site

LETTER TO EDITOR Neatness not necesarily good for birds

I am going to complain bout … neatness. Spring is here and everyone is anxious to start prettying up our properties. Just do not do too much.

I know when people move from the city to the country , hey are used to pretty, manicured lawns. I agree they look nice. But please, do not mow everything down.

The Lark Bunting, our state bird, will be arriving soon. Their population is in a steep decline due to loss of natural prairie habitat. Their traditional nesting places re being paved over for developments, or mowed down, just for … neatness.

Lark Buntings, Western Meadowlarks, Horned Larks, Mourning Doves, Grasshopper Sparrows, Savannah Sparrows, Dark-Eyed Juncos, Kildeer, and Curlews are all ground nesting birds that require the prairie to survive.

It has been about 5 years since I have heard a Rooster Pheasant crow. There just are not any in our area and a big reason is … neatness. The tidy farmers cannot seem to bring themselves to leave some weeds standing that would serve as Pheasant nesting places.

Therefore, no Pheasants.

So, when you move to the country and buy acreage, certainly mow fire-breaks next to roads and around your buildings but have a little mercy on the birds and leave the grass and sagebrush standing and give the baby birds a chance.

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More Than Meat, Colorado Agriculture Unites to Celebrate the Industry and Support Under Served Coloradans

ARVADA, Colo - It was a weekend of reconnecting, celebrating our livestock production, and uplifting those in need throughout Colorado and neighboring states as the agriculture industry celebrated “Meat In day” on March 20th. Rather than villainizing meat protein sources, producers and consumers alike rallied to show their support for agriculture and livestock production.

Across all of Colorado, March 20th was a day of celebration and appreciation for the agriculture industry. More than 35 cities and counties signed proclamations in order to promote the importance of agriculture in Colorado; designating March 20th as “Cattlemen’s Day,” “MeatIn Day,” or other similar designations.

Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) expresses our sincere gratitude for all those who hosted and participated in the various gatherings around the state.

The strength of the industry is rooted in your communities, and your voices were heard and your contributions are recognized statewide.

To this extent, this movement and support for the agricultural industry transcended beyond rural areas as urban communities and consumers also rose to the occasion to unite behind the contributions of agriculture. “While we saw rural Colorado turn out in record numbers and with record donations collected, we were also encouraged by the strengthening of a bond between metropolitan and rural voices around this effort,” said Janie VanWinkle, CCA President. “We are appreciative of the support around the Meat In movement and look forward to continuing to strengthen this partnership across the state and nation into the future.”

With more than 75 events, plus countless restaurant and retailer specials, meat was on the menu and tables across the state. At the 75 events alone, more than 25,000 people were offered complimentary barbecue meals, including more than 1200 food insecure Denver residents. However, a Meat In day meant more than just enjoying a delicious meal with friends, family, and neighbors. “Many events emphasized supporting and feeding the food insecure. Donations were collected at varying events to support their local communities and the broader beef industry,” said Terry Fankhauser, CCA Executive Vice President.

“The tally is ongoing, but as of late, over $300,000, supporting need-based causes, has been collected in the name of Meat In day.”

On the backside of this celebratory movement is a proposed ballot initiative that would drastically harm animal agriculture and consumer access to affordable food in Colorado.

Initiative #16 would limit beneficial animal husbandry practices and stipulate unrealistic harvest requirements for livestock. Now more than ever, livestock producers and consumers need to come together and support Colorado from pasture to plate.

The unity that was showcased with the Meat In movement across the entire state is encouraging for bridging between agriculture and urban audiences. Let this momentum around the Meat In movement serve as an example for how Coloradans can work together for a viable, beneficial future.

Colorado Cattlemen’s Association’s (CCA) is the state’s premier cattlemen’s association serving as the principal voice and advocate for Colorado beef production. CCA accomplishes this through its vision of “advancing the legacy” of beef production for its members by ensuring a dynamic and profitable industry that provides growth and opportunity for future generations.

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Growing Beans - Pole or Bush

from Burpee Seed Co Beans are one of the easiest vegetables for people to grow and they are as popular as tomatoes and peppers. Within the bean group there are those that are grown for the dry bean and those that are grown for the green bean which is served as a vegetable.

Green beans are all climbers to some extent but they are generally classed as being pole beans, which grow five or six feet, or bush beans which only grow a foot or two.

As a general rule, the pole beans, particularly the scarlet runner beans, do much better in cooler summers and bush beans do well in moderate to hot summers. There are numerous types of beans in both growth habits and a few, such as Blue Lake, can be found in climbing and bush form.

The broad, flat green string bean that is thinly sliced French style is a pole bean and most of the beans that are harvested for drying such as kidney beans and navy beans are pole beans too. Most of the pencil thin Filet beans are bush beans. Almost all the other beans, whether you want purple, yellow or green, can be found in both bush and pole forms.

Whether you grow pole beans or bush beans you will have an abundant harvest if you remember to pick regularly. Most beans are harvested before the seed grows too large, and the overall harvest will continue for many weeks if the beans are picked every day or so. Obviously if you intend to harvest the bean seed for winter casseroles and meals, then you will let the beans mature and dry on the vine, before you pick them.

For growing beans, you will need a sunny spot and well drained soil. Wait until well after the last frost before you plant the beans as they all like warm soil for germination. Plant the seeds about an inch below the surface and keep watered until the seed germinate. The seeds are large enough that even small children can help to plant the beans. Once started, the beans will grow quickly and you will get the first flowers then fruit in about 55 days.

Pole beans take an extra week or two before they are ready to harvest, primarily because the energy is put into growing the vine before the flowers are produced.

Probably the biggest difference between bush beans and pole beans is the amount of land you need to grow a good crop. Bush beans are usually planted in linear rows and the double row will support each other as they grow. Pole beans are planted against a trellis, or tepee arrangement which can be placed on smaller plots. Pole beans can also be used to make a quick screening fence around an area or into a play house for young children. Try mixing the Purple King pole bean with a nasturtium for a colorful wall of the playhouse that is both fun and good to harvest.

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Surprise: U.S., Not Foreigners, Owns Most of Our Debt

As long as central banks, financial institutions and pensions continue buying, then there is no sovereign debt crisis and no reason for interest rates to skyrocket.

By Robert Romano The U.S. Federal Reserve and the Social Security and Medicare trust funds own a collective $11 trillion of U.S. treasuries, comprising 39 percent of the total $27.97 trillion national debt, and rising, U.S. Treasury and Federal Reserve data show.

That figure has increased $2.6 trillion in the past year alone, mostly as the Federal Reserve engaged in massive quantitative easing, purchasing $2.4 trillion of U.S. treasuries in response to the Covid pandemic recession.

Now, as a result, the Fed currently holds $4.89 trillion of treasuries. The Social Security and Medicare trust funds increased about $200 billion the past year and hold about $6.1 trillion of treasuries overall.

Overseas, the debt held by foreigners including central banks has remained stable the past year at $4.2 trillion. That’s about 15 percent of the debt.

Here, the Fed is largely quarantining the gargantuan new federal spending that began in 2020 in order to keep U.S. interest rates low, which has largely worked. 10year treasuries go for about 1.7 percent, up from 1 percent at the beginning of the year, but about where it was pre-Covid.

But watch for that number to likely begin dropping again as new debt enters the market thanks to the next spending splurge from Congress, its latest $1.9 trillion Covid spending bill.

Despite all of the extra debt being created, there remains massive demand for U.S. treasuries, albeit artificial demand largely being created by the Fed. And to the extent the central bank continues monetizing — it is currently buying $80 billion of treasuries a month, plus another $40 billion of mortgage-backed securities — expect to see rates to come down again.

In the meantime, expect further drops in the velocity of money.

Despite massive government spending, and quantitative easing by the Federal Reserve, the velocity of money, that is, in the ratio of the Gross Domestic Product to the nation’s money supply, has collapsing been year over year since 2000, Federal Reserve data shows.

Investopedia defines the velocity of money as, “The velocity of money is a measurement of the rate at which money is exchanged in an economy. It is the number of times that money moves from one entity to another. It also refers to how much a unit of currency is used in a given period of time. Simply put, it’s the rate at which consumers and businesses in an economy collectively spend money.”

Meaning, we’re printing a lot of money right now and with a huge chunk of it being direct payments like stimulus checks and child tax credits, more and more of it is entering the real economy and yet it’s not doing much to stimulate additional purchases. The money supply is growing faster than the economy.

Shouldn’t that lead to inflation? The past three months, inflation has been running a little hot at an average of 0.3 percent from December to February, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Annualized that would be 3.6 percent inflation, well above the Fed’s traditional 2 percent target. So far, though, the increases are largely concentrated on food and energy, which tend to be volatile.

And yet, inflation too has been pretty much stable, growing at an unadjusted 1.7 percent the past twelve months.

How? For the big increases in prices we are seeing now, that is offset by the massive price collapses last year when the price of oil went below zero.

As much of the money being created right now, even more of it is being held back out of the economy as the Fed quarantines the national debt. It’s a cycle that’s been running for two decades.

It also points to an overall deflationary environment seen, particularly in the financial crisis and Great Recession, and more recently, the Covid recession.

Which, is little wonder. In the Great Recession, more than 8 million jobs were lost, a dramatic drop in economic activity. The Covid recession was even worse, with 25 million jobs lost when labor markets bottomed last April. Now, more than 16 million jobs have been recovered, and 8.5 million remain to be recovered. That’s a tremendous gap in output that Congress and the Fed are desperately attempting to offset at the moment.

Some ask how long this dance can go on, such unbridled spending and printing money to pay it. And it’s a great

question. And the answer is generally as long as there remains surplus demand for U.S. treasuries. As long as central banks, financial institutions and pensions continue buying, then there is no sovereign debt crisis and no reason for interest rates to skyrocket.

But all of that could change at the drop of a hat. Stay tuned.

Robert Romano is the Vice President of Public Policy at Americans for Limited Government.

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Polis Releases Rural Colorado Counties From Most Mask Restrictions

By Chuck Murphy, CPR News Nearly half of Colorado’s counties will be freed from a comprehensive statewide mask mandate Saturday, though masks will still be required for everyone in schools, child care settings, public areas of government buildings and certain other indoor settings.

Gov. Jared Polis announced the changes Friday afternoon. In a release accompanying the order, he noted that as more people are protected by vaccine, life can return to normal. But he still encouraged mask-wearing in indoor settings, even in places that will soon be released from mandatory compliance.

“We are making incredible progress with getting vaccines into arms and Hart Van Denburg/CPR NewsA sign at the host stand by the door of protecting our most vulSteamworks Brewing in Durango reminds patrons of face mask and social distancing requirements in place in the restaurant, Thursday, nerable, but until everyone Feb. 25, 2021. can get the vaccine and our COVID cases are reduced, taking precautions to prevent a surge in cases and further spread of the disease is the smart thing to do and the right thing to do and helps keep everything open,” Polis said in a statement. “Every community has been impacted differently by this pandemic, and we want to ensure this order is reflective of that. We’re almost there, Colorado, but we need to keep this up just a little bit longer.”

Take Care, Durango Tourists. Wear A Mask Or You’ll Be Talkin’ To The COVID Cowboy The new order releases counties now at level “green” on the state’s color-coded COVID-19 restrictions dial from the statewide mask mandate. That amounts to 31 rural counties that are home to just fewer than 240,000 people. Those counties will still have the authority to set their own mask restrictions should they choose.

For the rest of the state, masks must continue to be worn when in public indoor spaces with 10 or more people who have not been vaccinated, or whose vaccination status is unknown, have gathered.

Ready Or Not, Colorado’s COVID-19 Dial 3.0 Is Here (And We Might Not Be Ready) And even for counties at the green level, masks will still be required in schools, child care centers, “indoor children’s camps, public-facing state government facilities, congregate care facilities, prisons, jails, emergency medical and other healthcare settings, and personal services and limited health care settings,” according to the order.

“We fought hard to get Colorado kids back in school successfully, and we’re not going to jeopardize Colorado’s return of in-person learning by changing the mask policy this school year,” Polis said.

Counties now at level green include most of those on the Eastern Plains, in the San Luis Valley and in the northwest corner of the state. But counties along the entire Front Range, including metro Denver, are classified as either blue or yellow so residents there will need to continue to adhere to mask wearing indoor, including at restaurants or shops, where 10 or more people are present.

The new order will take effect Saturday, and last 30 days before it could be modified again.

-Obituaries-

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BEN BRATRSOVSKY Ben Bratrsovsky, 57, of Wiggins, passed away Friday, March 19, 2021. He was born March 11, 1964, in Englewood, CO to Bernard & Barbara Bratrsovsky.

The Bratrsovsky family moved to the Wiggins community in 1973. Ben graduated from Wiggins High School in 1982. He worked on the family farm and also in the oil & gas exploration industry. He was a member of St. Isidore the farmer Catholic Church in Watkins, CO. He enjoyed stock car racing and playing golf. His favorite past time was spent with his family.

Survivors include his Mother, Barbara Chilcote of Wiggins,; 3 brothers, Stephen, Daniel and Michael all of Wiggins; 3 sisters, Theresa (Rick) DeLise of Arvada, CO; Annette (Ron) Cortilius of Northglenn, CO; and Marilyn Arfsten of Brush; 2 nephews, and 3 nieces. He was preceded in death by his Father and 3 nephews, David Hayes, Matthew Hayes and Christopher Hayes.

Funeral mass will be recited at the St. Isidore the Farmer Catholic Church, 32100 E Colfax Service Road in Watkins, CO at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in the St. Isidore Cemetery. Rosary service will begin at 10:30 AM at St. Isidore Catholic Church. Visitation will be at the Heer Mortuary Chapel in Fort Morgan on Sunday, March 28, 2021, from 3 – 5 PM.

RICHARD LEE POWERS Richard Lee Powers (Red) was called to his eternal home after passing peacefully from his residence in Hudson, Colorado on March 23, 2021. Richard was born on September 10, 1935 in Gary Indiana to Donald and Florence Powers. Richard was the third child born of four and was preceded in death by his parents, sister, and older brother.

Richard served in the 82nd Airborne as a Paratrooper in the US Army before meeting the love of his life, Elaine (Murray), in Crown Point, Indiana. Richard and Elaine got married on February 19, 1957. Richard worked as an IronWorker while they resided in Indiana. After moving to Colorado in May of 1962 they purchased property and built the home they raised their family in. Richard’s careers consisted of welding, printing, and was a USDA inspector. After retiring Richard and Elaine gained an interest in Game Birds. They started R&E Game Farm and raised wild game birds consisting of pheasants, chukars, quail, and an assortment of anything with feathers.

Richard loved being surrounded by his family and friends.

Over the years, many great family traditions were established including hosting family holidays and events. You could always count on Richard spending time and teaching his children and grandchildren, how to care for animals, about their 4-H projects, and passing along his skills and knowledge. Richard enjoyed racing stock cars in his younger days then watching NASCAR in his later days along with other sporting events. Richard shared his knowledge and passion about hunting with his boys.

Richard was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather who will be dearly missed but always remembered and loved.

Richard is survived by his wife Elaine Powers, younger brother Kenneth Powers; His two sons Robert (Brenda) Powers and David (Wendy) Powers and his daughter Donna (Lenny) Swarts; His 11 grandchildren Billi, Brandi, Nick, Mandy, Kristina, Kimberly, Samantha, Tiffany, Briana,Bryan and Jodi; His 22 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren.

Aims Plans to be Fully Open Again for Fall Semester

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GREELEY, CO – March 26, 2021 – Aims Community College is moving forward with plans to offer in-person classes along with remote, online and hybrid learning options when fall classes begin August 23.

“We are finally beginning to see our way out of the tumult brought on by the pandemic,” said Dr. Leah Bornstein, Aims Community College president and CEO. “Given the current downward trends in COVID-19 cases and the continued rollout of vaccines, we are optimistic we will be able to open fully this fall.”

Because of the uncertainty surrounding the nature of the pandemic, the college will continue to finalize plans and use information provided by the CDC, federal, state and local governments, and other health authorities.

Throughout this unique year of learning, many Aims students have found they learn better in-person. Others have discovered that online learning serves them best. Some students prefer a blend of both. Aims plans to offer all those learning options while also fully re-opening student services and events.

“I’m thrilled at the prospect of opening fully, celebrating our return, and creating our next reality together,” Bornstein said. “This is a positive step forward for all of us.”

About Aims Community College Aims Community College is one of the most progressive two-year colleges in Colorado.

Founded more than 50 years ago in Greeley, Aims has since established locations in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor. Curriculum now includes 4,000 day, evening, weekend and online courses annually in more than 200 degree and certificate programs. Aims Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Aims Community College is an Equal Employment

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42 Crashes per Day Involve Distracted Drivers in Colorado

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CDOT campaign highlights public reactions during Distracted Driving Awareness Month

STATEWIDE — As more people get vaccinated for COVID-19 in Colorado, more people are driving. Unfortunately, that means the return of more distracted drivers on our roadways. Distracted driving is one of the biggest threats to safety on Colorado’s roads, causing over 15,000 crashes each year in the state. That is an average of 42 crashes every day.

In response, CDOT is joining a nationwide effort in April during Distracted Driving Awareness Month. During the month, CDOT’s Distraction Reactions campaign will be on display at 48 coffee shops throughout the state with coffee cups warning about the dangers of distracted driving. The campaign asks drivers to consider: if you saw how others reacted to your distracted driving, would that change your behavior? The goal of this campaign is to focus on the social stigma of distracted driving and push drivers to reconsider their behavior behind the wheel.

CDOT will also take to social media with its distracted driving safety messages.

“Distracted drivers do not often see the risk of their behavior until it’s too late,” said Darrell Lingk, Highway Safety Office director at CDOT. “While the risks associated with distracted driving are well documented, studies show the majority of Coloradans still choose to engage in this behavior, which presents a danger to everyone who uses our roads.”

According to data from CDOT, crashes involving distracted drivers have been on the rise,

increasing from 13,332 in 2012 to 15,143 in 2019. Of those crashes in 2019, 4,361 people were injured and 39 people lost their lives. Despite the rising occurrence of crashes, a 2020 survey of Colorado drivers shows that 92% admitted to driving distracted weekly, an increase from the 90% who reported driving distracted in 2019.

“When you reach for a phone or turn your attention away from the road, you aren’t just risking your own safety, you are risking the safety of everyone on the road with you,” said Sam Cole, Traffic Safety Manager at CDOT. “We want to continue to remind motorists that they are putting more than just their own lives at risk when they drive distracted.”

During April CDOT is partnering with victims and their families who have been directly impacted by distracted drivers. In the next couple weeks CDOT will unveil a display that allows the public to hear their stories of grief. Standing behind the wheel of a fabricated dashboard of a car, individuals will look through the windshield and see what they should be focused on while driving: real people, with real lives. A screen behind the windshield will highlight the stories of four distracted driving victims, each of whom has been personally impacted by the actions of a distracted driver.

For more information about distracted driving in Colorado and to learn more about the Distraction Reactions campaign, visit: distracted.codot.gov.

About CDOT CDOT’s Whole System-Whole Safety program has one simple mission — to get everyone home safely. Our approximately 3,000 employees work tirelessly to reduce the rate and severity of crashes and improve the safety of all modes of transportation.

The department manages more than 23,000 lane miles of highway, more than 3,000 bridges and 35 mountain passes. CDOT also manages grant partnerships with a range of agencies, including metropolitan planning organizations, local governments and airports. It also operates Bustang, the state-owned interregional express bus service. Gov. Jared Polis has charged CDOT to further build on the state’s intermodal mobility options.

L to R:Janet Westover, Mike Kammerer, Jim Johnson, Kenny Koch, Sheryl Johnson, Taylor Sully, Lance Sully, A Volunteer, Pastor Perry Bell, Michelle Younger, Howard Younger, Katherine Younger, Leonard Younger

Destination Ministries Emergency Food Pantry Food Distribution Event in Hudson, Colorado

Under a beautiful blue sky with wispy white clouds, Destination Ministries Emergency Food Pantry in Hudson, held a food distribution day at their Hudson location: 617 Birch Street on Sunday, March 28th from 1:00 to 3:30 pm.

They had over 130 bags of food filled with items such as canned vegetables and fruit, macaroni, and cheese, SpaghettiOs, pasta and spaghetti sauce, canned chicken and tuna, crackers, cookies, and many other assorted items. They laid them all out on four long tables and prepared to hand it out free to anyone who would come by.

After reading about it in the Lost Creek Guide (thank you Bob Grand) or seeing a few fliers that were placed around the communities of Hudson, Keenesburg, Fort Lupton, Lochbuie and even Roggen and Wiggins, they were able to serve approximately 42 different families on this beautiful sunny afternoon. At times, as the need arose, they were outing two to five bags of food in each person’s car who drove up!

The Destination Ministries Emergency Food Pantry is an agency food pantry of the weld Food Bank Greeley, and therefore all food handled id from the Weld Food Bank. It is a ministry of Destination Church and Ministries, funded solely by the Church and staffed by volunteers from the Church. They are proud and honored to be open seven days per week, 365 days a year, from 5 – 9 pm and are the only evening food pantry in the entire South Weld area.

It, indeed, was a beautiful day, and a beautiful example of people reaching out to help one another … a good thing for all of us to start doing!

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SE Weld Chamber of Commerce Met at Ben’s Pizzeria at the End of March

Richard Werner, President & CEO Upstate Colorado and Perry Bell, President SE Weld Chamber of Commerce.

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Mark Kinnear, of Kinnear Insurance, Keenesburg, discussing with Richard Werner, President & CEO of Upstate Colorado

Some of the 20 Chambers in attendance.

SE Weld Chamber of Commerce President Perry Bell opened the March Chamber meeting at 11:30 at Ben’s Pizzeria in Hudson. His executive Board report noted that the Chamber will reach out to the Oil & Gas industry to ask how the Chamber can support them. The networking effort went over well and will be planned on an going quarterly basis. The Board approved having a monthly Cornhole tournament/networking event held at the Hudson Park through the Spring & Summer months. The Annual Chamber Banquet will be in September at the Animal Sanctuary. There will be a Grand Opening for the new Market Street Mart on April 12th at 9:00 at the facility in Keenesburg. The Board has opted to change the “ Lunch & Learn” meetings to a “ Start Your Day with Us”, which will be held on the last Wednesday of the month at 9:00 am at Ben’s Pizzer8a. It was thought that this may help boost attendance rather than the lunch program which breaks the day.

Brighton had the only town report, Mayor Greg Mills updated some of the new commercial facilities going up and, as usual, they have a lot going on.

Richard Werner, President & CEO of Upstate Colorado, was our guest speaker. He gave an informative talk that covered many areas of interest. He noted that Upstate Colorado focuses on primary employers. He shared that $12shared that $125,000 had been distributed to local firms with the COVID 19 support monies. The next round of assistance is in the works and although not officially out believes that a great portion has been spoken for, but apply, nonetheless. He reminded everyone that Upstate has a revolving loan program to support businesses. He recommended to check the Upstate Colorado web site to see what was available. He also reminded everyone about the Bright Futures program which is a workforce development effort that provides a $2,000 stipend per year for up to four years for high school graduates and veterans, He said to look it up on the Upstate Colorado web site for more information.

On current legislation being proposed in Denver he expressed several concerns on the substance of much that is being proposed as it does not seem to be fair and balanced but rather supporting a parti8cular bias. The transportation issue was particular vexing both at the state and national level, seeming to be geared to other than that the basic infrastructure needs. The tax increase proposals are not specifically known but increases do not necessarily bode well for business. Werner’s presentation was informative.

Perry Bell thanked everyone for attending and reminded everyone that the first “ Next Start Your Day with Us” is Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 at (:00 am at Ben”s Pizzeria and that the next Executive Board Meeting is Friday, April 9th, 2021 at 9:00 am at the JnR Board Room in Brighton.

VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING WEDNESDAY, APRIL 14, 2021 6:30 P.M.

REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL ANNUAL MEETING All members are invited to join us for our Virtual Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. Members will be able to participate over the phone or watch the livestream online. The meeting will update members on the cooperative’s accomplishments, financial performance, director election results and more.

Register at www.unitedpower.com/annual-meeting.

VOTING YOUR BALLOT IN THE 2021 DIRECTOR ELECTION Four positions on United Power’s eleven-member board are up for election, one seat in each director district (South, East, West and Mountain). Balloting in the 2021 Director Election will be via mail-in vote only. There will be no ballot drop boxes and no in-person balloting this year. Please return your ballots in the postage-paid envelope. Ballots must arrive at the P.O. Box by 12 p.m. on April 14, 2021.

Find more information at www.unitedpower.com.

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March 20th, 2021 Meat in Day at Hudson Locker in Hudson, Colorado

by Bob Grand To show support for the Beef industry the Roggen Farmers Elevator and Hudson Locker teamed up to sponsor Meat in Day at the Hudson Locker facility in Hudson. Hudson Locker provided a 10% discount to customers that day and Roggen Elevator provide a $250.00 gift card as the Grand Prize Drawing award. To quote the Hudson Locker staff, “ it was a crazy busy day!” The store was packed by loyal customers who wanted to show their support for the beef industry as well as take advantage of the discount being offered.

As you can see from the pictures a good day for everybody. Weld County Commissioner at Large, Perry Buck, stopped by to offer thanks to all the folks that were supporting the event. She reminded folks that” beef is important to Weld County and we need to make statement that our people support it. A big thank you to the folks at Hudson Locker and the Roggen Elevator for organizing the event.

A happy, supportive customer

Another happy and supportive customer.

The Door Prize Winning Chief Ticket Puller

Kylies Schmotzer, A busy Hudson Locker Employee

Notice from Wiggins Telephone Association/Blue Lightning: Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Coming in October 2021

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted 988 as a new three-digit number to be used nationwide to reach the National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline, starting July 16, 2022. Customers must continue to dial 1-800-273-TALK to reach the Lifeline until July 16, 2022.

In order for 988 to work in our area code, 10-digit local dialing must first be implemented.

Who will be affected?

Anyone with a telephone number from numerous area codes (including the 970 area code) will need to make this change from 7-digit local dialing to 10-digit local dialing.

When will the change begin?

Beginning April 24, 2021, you should begin dialing 10 digits (area code + telephone number) for all local calls. If you forget and dial just 7 digits, your call will still be completed.

Beginning October 24, 2021, you must dial 10-digits (area code + telephone number) for all local calls. On and after this date, local calls dialed with only 7-digits may not be completed, and a recording will inform you that your call cannot be completed as dialed. You must hang up and dial again using the area code and the 7-digit number.

Beginning July 16, 2022, dialing “988” will route your call to National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline.

What will you need to do?

In addition to changing the way you dial local calls, all services, automatic dialing equipment, or other types of equipment that are programmed to complete calls to 7-digit local numbers will need to be reprogrammed to complete calls to 10-digit numbers. Some examples are life safety systems or medical monitoring devices, PBXs, fax machines, Internet dial-up numbers, fire or burglar alarm and security systems or gates, speed dialers, mobile or other wireless phone contact lists, call forwarding settings, voicemail services and other similar functions. Be sure to check your website, personal and business stationery, advertising materials, personal and business checks, contact information, your personal or pet ID tags, and other such items to ensure the area code is included.

What will remain the same?

• Your telephone number, including current area code, will not change.

• The price of a call, coverage area, or other rates and services will not change due to the dialing change.

• What is a local call now will remain a local call regardless of the number of digits dialed.

• You will continue to dial 1+ area code + telephone number for all long distance calls.

• You can still dial just three digits to reach 711 (relay services) and 911 (emergency services).

• Any 211, 311, 411, 511, 611, or 811 services available in your community can still be reached by dialing their three-digit codes.

• The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can still be reached by dialing 1-800-273TALK (8255).

Who may you contact with questions?

If you have any questions regarding information provided in this notice, please call Wiggins Telephone Association/Blue Lightning at (970) 483-7343 or access www.getbluelightning.com for more information. You can also visit the FCC website at https://www.fcc.gov/ suicide-prevention-hotline.

Keith Defoe, General Manager of Roggen Elevator and Darren Sydow, Owner, Hudson Locker

April Gregory, Roggen Elevator and Brandy Jensen, Hudson Locker

Busy Hudson Locker employees: Sydney Sydow, Kylie Schmotzer, Brandy Jensen, and Shawn Kelty

Shawn Kelty, Hudson Locker, Perry Buck, Weld County Commissioner at Large, Darren Sydow,

Happy customer and supporter of the Beef in Day and Perry Buck, Weld County Commissioner t Large

Perry Buck, Weld County Commissioner at Large and April Gregory, Roggen Elevator

Support Local Agriculture

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This is the Day

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Tuesday, 30 March 2021 Psalm 118:24 24 This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it!

.What a difference a day makes! Yesterday, at least here in Colorado, it was 72 degrees. Today when I woke, up this morning, there was snow on the ground! But no worries, by Sunday, it will be 76! Crazy Colorado weather!

But it brings to mind how we never quite know what the day will bring. Seriously, you can make plans, have your Google Calendar all up to date; you can go to bed at night replaying the needs of tomorrow over and over in your head, but…sometimes, it just doesn’t work out that way.

Now, when that happens, you can get all discombobulated or you can just greet the new day with anticipation and go with the flow! Personally, I am hitting about .500 on that, but as I get older, I seem to be taking more things in stride (except when I forget something on the honey-do list.).

This is a new day! A completely new opportunity to do something new and exciting. Or maybe doing the same thing just like yesterday. Or maybe heading out in a new direction…a new way of doing things. Or maybe, just maybe, it is simply a celebration that you made it through the night and now it is morning. Light has come once again. It is a brand-new day!

This is the day that the Lord has made! Let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we all could look at every new day as a new possibility? Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we greeted the new day not with a grunt but with a smile and a shout of joy? Would that make a difference?

I am sure it would. In fact, I know it would. I woke this morning to a change in weather, but that was after I said “good morning” to the Lord and said a prayer of thanks for getting me through the night. This IS the day that Lord has made!

So, greet this new day with a positive outlook. You can make it whatever you wish it to be. No matter how old or how young you are, God wants to bless you today. And know this, He is working on you! Do not lose heart! This is a new day!

Be Well, Do Good Work, and…

Be Blessed Like Crazy!

Pastor Perry Destination Ministries

Non-Invasively Assessing Cardiovascular Risk

Jamison Mitchel, PA | SCL Health Heart & Vascular Institute - Brighton I was still in training when my Grandfather developed intermittent chest pain. He is a bit of a hero of mine, cutting back to half marathons and working on extending the Cumberland trail in his late 70s (he’s still doing that in his 80s today).

When he developed chest pains, he reached out to his primary care physician. We have a family history of GERD, and his pain had both typical and atypical features. After a thorough evaluation, his next stop was a referral to a Cardiologist. He reviewed his symptoms with this new physician and went over his risk factors. As they spoke, he was informed that he was at intermediate risk based on their discussion, and they decided to proceed with a stress test.

Stress Test and Coronary Calcium Scoring The goal of a stress test is to increase demand for blood flow to heart muscle while observing the heart’s response.

Using today’s technology, great accuracy can be achieved through ultrasound or nuclear tracer imaging. In current practice where there is a higher suspicion for underlying coronary artery disease, stress testing with imaging is commonly utilized.

In addition to his stress test, my Grandfather obtained what is known as a CT coronary calcium scan. A non-invasive imaging scan which looks for evidence of calcium in the arteries that provide blood flow to the heart. The cost of coronary calcium scoring, though still not covered by insurance, has come down significantly – to about $ 100 for most fairly priced institutions, including Platte Valley Medical Center in Brighton.

Fortunately for my grandfather, he was relieved to find his calcium score was very low risk, and his cardiac testing was unremarkable. He then underwent an endoscopy which revealed signs that his symptoms were likely from reflux.

Coronary calcium scoring and this has been endorsed by the American College of Cardiology as a reliable predictor of cardiac risk in addition to stress testing. It can also, and perhaps best, be utilized in younger patients with a strong family history of heart disease prevention. Coronary calcium scoring can non-invasively assesses cardiovascular risk in these patients. For patients found to be at risk, it allows for lifestyle and potentially medication modifications which can ward-off serious disease.

I encourage patients to reach out to schedule an appointment or discuss their options with their primary care provider. Our Cardiology team at SCL Heart and Vascular Institute in Brighton focuses on answering patients’ questions about their personal cardiac risk every day. We also utilize advanced CT imaging facilities for coronary calcium scoring and Coronary CT Angiography at Platte Valley Medical Center to do our part to keep the community healthy.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP! The SCL Health Heart & Vascular Institute combines the strength of leading cardiovascular specialists with some of the area’s best heart hospitals, including Platte Valley Medical Center in Brighton, as well as regional centers of excellence such as Saint Joseph Hospital and National Jewish Health in Denver. Our team of experienced and highly-qualified cardiologists and vascular specialists provides you with the highest level of care, from heart attack prevention and surgical care, to specialized rehabilitation, all to keep your heart healthy and strong.

For more information visit SCLhealth.org/heart or call 303-659-7000 to make an appointment with a cardiologist.

Jamison Mitchel, PA Physician Assistant, SCL Health Heart and Vascular Institute - Brighton

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Places to Eat

Hudson Food Wiggins Food A complete list of names, phone numbers A complete list of names, phone numbers and addresses for all the restaurants, and addresses can be found for all of the fast food stops and bakeries within the restaurants, fast food stops and bakeries in the Wiggins area.

Hudson area.

Keenesburg Food A complete list of names, phone numbers and addresses for all the restaurants, fast food stops and bakeries within the Keenesburg area.

Fajitas Mexican Restaurant Ben’s Brick Oven Pizza 101 N Main St 101 East Bison Highway, Hudson, CO Wiggins, CO 80654 80642 Phone: (970) 483-7262 Phone: (303)-536-4906 *no website or Facebook page found for Owner: Ben (Skoglund) – last name is this business questionable; mentioned in “Our Story” as parents’ last name Just One More 217 Main St Carl’s Jr. (in Love’s Travel Stop) Wiggins, CO 80654 201 East Bison Highway, Hudson, CO Phone: (970) 483-7201 80642 *this is a bar and grill Phone: (303)-536-4080

Chuy’s Mexican Food 75 Main Street, Keenesburg, CO 80643 Phone: (303)-732-1064

Carniceria La Mexicana 751 Main Street, Hudson, CO 80642 Phone: (303)-536-0800 Pepper Pod Restaurant 530 Fir Street, Hudson, CO 80642 Phone: (303)-536-4736 Owner/Owner Exec. Chef: Beth and Dave Martin General Manager: Amy Regalado Subway (in Love’s Travel Stop) 201 East Bison Highway, Hudson, CO 80642 Phone: (303)-536-9900 Ziggi’s Coffee 21900 Interstate 76 Frontage Rd N Hudson, CO 80642 Phone: (720) 795-9920 info@ziggiscoffee.com

Mariana’s Family Restaurant 612 Central Ave Wiggins, CO 80654 Phone: (970) 483-7278 marianasfamilyrestaurantco@gmail. com Owner/Founder: Mariana Altamirano

Prairie Ranch House Restaurant 402 Central Ave Wiggins, CO 80654 Phone: (970) 483-7872 prh@wigginstel.com Weldona Food Last Stand 301 Railroad Ave. Weldona, CO 80653 Phone: (970)-645-0115

DAR’S DENO’S I-76 Restaurant 245 N. Market Street, Keenesburg, CO 80643 Phone: (303)-732-4595 Embedded email form found here: https://denosi76restaurant.com/contact.html

Lion’s Den Café (Wild Animal Sanctuary) 2999 CR 53, Keenesburg, CO 80643 Phone: (303)-536-0118 x143 15 Main Street Café 15 Main Street, Keenesburg, CO 80643 Phone: (720)-428-2665 Email: friasjose1530@hotmail.com Owner: Maria Website: http://15mainstreetcafe.com/ ?fbclid=IwAR2RzPUq4Qb33HUJ8kdTW GUrfsYPFtarWkSTuCJYgi_ViHtSpDDfSBav4KE The Ice Cream Shop (Wild Animal Sanctuary) 2999 CR 53, Keenesburg, CO 80643 Phone: (303)-536-0118 x144

American Frontline Doctors

WHO WE ARE Honest Healthcare Solutions — From the Ground Up

The doctor-patient relationship is being threatened. That means quality patient care is under fire like never before. Powerful interests are undermining the effective practice of medicine with politicized science and biased information. Now more than ever, patients need access to independent, evidence-based information to make the best decisions for their healthcare. Doctors must have the independence to care for their patients without interference from government, media and the medical establishment.

America’s Frontline Doctors (AFLDS) stands up for every American looking for the best quality healthcare by empowering doctors working on the front lines of our nation’s most pressing healthcare challenges. We help to amplify the voices of concerned physicians and patients nationwide to combat those who push political and economic agendas at the expense of science and quality healthcare solutions.

AFLDS is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization.

Our growing community of member physicians come from across the country representing a range of medical disciplines and practical experience on the front lines of medicine. Our programs focus on a number of critical issues including: Providing Americans with science-based facts about COVID-19 Protecting physician independence from government overreach Combating the pandemic using evidence-based approaches without compromising Constitutional freedoms Fighting medical cancel culture and media censorship Advancing healthcare policies that protect the physician-patient relationship Expanding COVID-19 treatment options for all Americans who need them Strengthening the voices of front-line doctors in the national healthcare conversation WHAT WE BELIEVE AFLDS believes that the American people have the right to accurate information using trusted data derived from decades of practical experience, not politicized science and Big Tech-filtered public health information.

We support devolving critical public health decision-making away from Washington and closer to local communities and the physicians that serve them. We are steadfastly committed to protecting the physician-patient relationship.

We support incorporating front-line and actively practicing physicians into the nation’s healthcare policy conversation.

We believe that organizations like the AMA and other sources of medical information have lost their independence and should be treated with greater skepticism.

We believe that safe and effective, over-the-counter COVID preventative and early treatment options should be made available to all Americans who need them. We reject mandatory government lockdowns and restrictions not supported by scientific evidence. We support focused care for the nation’s at-risk population, including seniors and the immune-compromised.

Most of all, America’s Frontline Doctors is committed to maintaining the physicianpatient relationship in the face of government encroachment. We are not the media – please share what you learn here.

ABOUT THE FOUNDER AFLDS founder Simone Gold, MD, JD, FABEM, “the doctor who went viral,” is a board-certified emergency physician and author of the best-selling book “I Do Not Consent: My Fight Against Medical Cancel Culture.” She graduated from Chicago Medical School before attending Stanford University Law School to earn her Juris Doctorate degree. Dr. Gold worked in Washington, D.C. for the Surgeon General, as well as for the Chairman of the U.S. Senate Labor and Human Resources Committee.

Dr. Gold is a frequent guest on media outlets across the country. She has appeared in USA Today, the Associated Press, the Guardian (UK), New York Times, and many other publications. She has been featured on such nationally syndicated programs as The Tucker Carlson Show, The Ingraham Angle, The Glenn Beck Show, The Charlie Kirk Show, The Dennis Prager Show, Day Star Television, and others. In July 2020, she organized the first-ever America’s Frontline Doctors White Coat Summit in Washington, D.C., which drew 20 million views online. Dr. Gold is America’s leading voice of common sense and scientific clarity in the fight against COVID-19.

jmelena@highplains.us

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The Wall That Heals

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2021 Writer in Residence Announced

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2021 Writer in Residence Announced

High Plains Library District Foundation is proud to announce th The High Plains Library DistrictThe Foundation is proud to announce the 2021 Writer in Residence. Dr. Melanie Peffer was selected a volunteer committee to serve as the Foundation’s 2021 by Writer in Residence.

Dr. Melanie Peffer was selected by a sixth Writercommittee in Residence. volunteer to serve as the Foundation’s sixth Writer in Dr. Melanie Residence. Peffer is a writer, speaker, researcher, and educator originally from Pittsburgh, PA. She has lived in Greeley for last fivePeffer years.is a writer, speaker, researcher, and educator Dr.the Melanie Dr. Pefferfrom is affiliated with PA. the University of Colorado Bouloriginally Pittsburgh, She has lived in Greeley for the last der as a researcher in the Institute of Cognitive Science and five years. teaches introductory biology as part of the Health Professionals Academicwith Program.

Over the last ten years, Boulder she Dr.Residential Peffer is affiliated the University of Colorado as a has taught biology to a variety of audiences and researched researcher in the Institute of Cognitive Science and teaches how people learn and understand science, particularly biology. introductory biology as part of the Health Professionals Residential She also frequently writes on topics ranging from motherhood Spreading the healing legacy and the impact of the Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Academic Program. Over the last ten years, she has taught biology to in STEM to science communication.

Memorial Replica Wall, The Wall That Heals, and Mobile Education Center will be coming variety of audiences researched how people learnEveryand understan Dr. Peffer is author and of the best-selling book, Biology to Brighton Sept. 2 - 5, 2021. The Wall will be located at Carmichael Park, just behind science, particularly biology.

She also frequently writes on topics where: How the science of life matters to everyday life. Biology City Hall (650 Southern Street), and will be open 24 hours a day and free to the public. ranging from motherhood in STEM to science communication.

Everywhere is a journey through the science of life as told through our daily experiences.

She was The Wall That Heals honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed forces in the Vietnam War and bears the names of the 58,279 men and women who invited to speak on Biology Everywhere at TEDxCU in April 2021 and collaborated with TED-ED Dr. isaauthor the best-selling book, Biology Everywhere: How the science of life matters to to Peffer produce lessonof based on Biology Everywhere. made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam. everyday life.

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Inas thetold children’s “I first learned of the program three years ago through a friend I served with at the V.A. we follow the path of a small child exploring the biology in their immediate environment in Weld experiences.

She was invited to speak on Biology Everywhere at TEDxCU in April 2021 and collabora Hospital,” Council Member Tim Watts said. “From that point, I knew I wanted Brighton County.

The children’s book would based target on children in late elementary grades when children begin TED-ED to produce a lesson Biology Everywhere. to be able to see this replica of an important piece of history and sacrifice, right here in our with community. I then reached out to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund while I was in to read to learn (rather than learn to read). This is also an age when groups underrepresented plans to spend herasresidency working on alike children’s spin-off In in thethe children’s in the sciences, such girls, begin to feel less a scientist and loseseries. interest sciences.book, we Washington D.C. this past March to see how we could apply to be a part of the schedule. She Since a child the exploring their immediate environment, one in shared thethe pathbook of aseries small presents child exploring biology in their immediate environment Weld County.

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The children’s bookinwould target children lateidentify elementary grades children readilythan apply what “The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is pleased to bring The Wall That Heals mobile (rather learn to read). This is also an age when groups underrepresented in the sciences, such as gi they are learning to their lives. This increases the appeal of the content, fostering continued exhibit to Brighton, Colorado to allow local veterans and their family members a chance to begin to feel less like a scientist and lose interest in the sciences. experience The Wall. We will work carefully with the host to provide a safe opportunity for interest in reading, positive views about science, and a sense of belonging in our community.

When not writing, Dr. Peffera enjoys playing her flute and piccolo and enjoying allshared that Colothe community to experience the healing and educational aspects of the Vietnam Veterans Since the book series presents child exploring their immediate environment, one by children Memorial,” said Jim Knotts, president and CEO of VVMF. “Hosting The Wall That Heals rado has to offer in the great outdoors with her husband and son. living in Weld County, children will identify with the main character and be able to readily apply what provides an opportunity to honor and remember all those who served and sacrificed in For more information about the Writer in Residence, as well as updates on Dr. Peffer’s project the Vietnam War and educate visitors on the continuing impact of the Vietnam War on and her upcoming library programs, visit mylibrary.us/writer-in-residence.

America.”

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteers will be required to wear masks. Visitors will be encouraged to wear masks and practice social distancing to safeguard the staff, volunteers and other visitors.

“Nothing is more important to VVMF than the health and well-being of our Vietnam veterans and their families. We will work closely with the host to make certain that all health and safety protocols are met in order to provide the best visitor experience while keeping the safety of our staff, volunteers and visitors at top of mind,” said Knotts.

The Wall That Heals is transported from community to community in a 53-foot trailer. When parked, the trailer opens with exhibits built into its sides, allowing it to serve as a mobile Education Center telling the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall and the divisive era in American history.

The three-quarter scale Wall replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Visitors will experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C. Visitors are able to do name rubbings of individual service member’s names on The Wall.

The mobile Education Center exhibit includes: digital photo displays of “Hometown Heroes” - service members whose names are on The Wall that list their home of record within the area of a visit; digital photo displays of Vietnam veterans from the local area honored through VVMF’s In Memory program which honors veterans who returned home from Vietnam and later died as a result of their service; video displays that teach about the history and impact of The Wall; educational exhibits told through items representative of those left at The Wall in D.C.; a replica of the In Memory plaque; a map of Vietnam and a chronological overview of the Vietnam War. The exhibits tell the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall and the era surrounding the conflict, and are designed to put American experiences in Vietnam in a historical and cultural context.

The 2021 national The Wall That Heals tour is generously sponsored by USAA. Through a partnership with the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), the trucking industry, and Blue Beacon, the exhibit is able to travel across the country.

Since its debut in 1996, the exhibit has been on display in nearly 700 U.S. communities in addition to an April 1999 tour of the Four Provinces of Ireland and a visit to Canada in 2005. The Wall That Heals is a program of VVMF, the nonprofit organization that built the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. in 1982. The Wall That Heals is the only traveling exhibit affiliated with The Wall in Washington, D.C. and includes the largest Wall replica that travels the country. Two VVMF staff members lead volunteers on site, educate visitors and students, and ensure the reflective atmosphere of The Wall. More information can be found at: www.thewallthatheals.org.

Park Hill Dental 100 S. Main Keenesburg About VVMF The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is the nonprofit organization that built www.ParkHillDental.com the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (The Wall) in Washington, D.C. in 1982. VVMF continues to lead the way in paying tribute to our nation’s Vietnam veterans and their families.

VVMF’s mission is to honor and preserve the legacy of service in America and educate all generations about the impact of the Vietnam War and era through programs, ceremonies and education materials. To learn more about VVMF, visit www.vvmf.org or call 202-3930090.

For questions about the City of Brighton event, contact Sheryl Johnson at sjohnson@ brightonco.gov or 303-655-2042.

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Dr. Thomas Croghan has been serving Southeast Weld county with pride since 2005. We are a full-service general dental office where your dental needs are addressed in a welcoming, professional setting.

We look forward to meeting you and caring for your oral health!

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Sign-Up for COVID-19 Vaccinations at Weld County Health Website

Weld County, CO – The Weld County Health Department webpage remains one of the most efficient ways to register for and see where vaccinations are available. The webpage highlights Weld County vaccine providers, including Sunrise Community Health Center, Dale’s Pharmacy, Banner Health, UCHealth, and many others.

“As we get more vaccines, we want to encourage more Weld County residents to register on-line and get the shot,” said Mark Lawley, Executive Director of the Weld County Health Department. “The vaccines are effective, safe, and available at nocost.”

On Friday, March 19, the State of Colorado moved to Phase 1B.4, allowing people 50 and older, as well as additional frontline workers, and those with at least one highrisk condition to get their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

To date, Weld County vaccine providers have administered 108,376 vaccine doses and the total number of vaccinated residents is 68,533. “We are grateful for all of the vaccine providers in Weld County who have worked hard to get shots into people’s arms,” said Lawley. “There is still a lot of work to do, but we are making progress.”

The current Phase 1B.4 includes: • People age 50 and older.

• People in higher education, i.e. faculty and staff.

• Frontline essential workers in the food and restaurant services; manufacturing; public transportation; workers for the US postal service; essential workers in human services; faith leaders; journalists; and essential workers from local government.

• People aged 16-49 with one high-risk condition (e.g. high-blood pressure, asthma, weakened immune system, cystic fibrosis, neurologic conditions, liver disease, or dementia).

People from all previous phases continue to be eligible for the vaccine. Phase 2 will be for the remaining public and the start date will be dependent on vaccine supply.

For general questions

April 7, 2021

USDA Recognizes 5 Million Acres Enrolled in Conservation Easements

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and private landowners have partnered to protect more than 5 million acres of wetlands, grasslands, and prime farmland — an area the size of New Jersey. Since October, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has enrolled 110,000 acres in new conservation easements, bringing USDA to this important conservation milestone.

“USDA is committed to partnering with our nation’s farmers, ranchers, and private landowners to conserve our nation’s natural resources for future generations and deliver conservation and recreational benefits to rural America,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “We celebrate their efforts in helping us protect sensitive lands, create jobs, expand access to the outdoors, and help tackle climate change. We look forward to building on these partnerships.”

NRCS has offered conservation easements through the Farm Bill for 28 years, through programs like the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), which helps landowners, land trusts, and other entities protect, restore, and enhance wetlands, grasslands, and working farms and ranches through conservation easements. These programs benefit participants and the American public by creating cleaner air, water, and open spaces.

Wetland Easements Wetland easements — totaling over 2.8 million acres nationwide — improve water quality by filtering sediments and chemicals, reducing flooding, recharging groundwater, protecting biological diversity, and providing opportunities for educational, scientific, and undeveloped recreational activities.

Wetland easements are also crucial to wildlife, and are credited for the recovery of the Louisiana black bear in 2019 and the Oregon chub in 2015. Whooping cranes rely on wetland easements on their cross-country treks and for raising young. Also, the wet meadows of sagebrush country are an oasis for wildlife like sage grouse.

Agricultural Land Easements Agricultural land easements protect the long-term viability of the nation’s food supply by preventing conversion of productive working lands to non-agricultural uses. These easements have been crucial to protecting rangelands and farmsteads from urban encroachment, ensuring the most productive lands remain working lands.

Agricultural land easements, including grassland easements, total more than 1.9 million acres.

Carbon Sequestration and Easements Easements also can be used to protect floodplains and forests, providing public benefits, including carbon sequestration, water quality, historic preservation, wildlife habitat, and protection of open space. Easements have contributed to the restoration of the Southeast’s unique, but rare longleaf pine forests, and to the protection of animals like the Greater Sage-Grouse.

Working with private landowners to preserve and restore wetlands, grasslands, forests and farmlands is integral to USDA’s efforts to build resiliency and reduce the impacts of climate change across the nation. Easements protect sensitive lands from development in perpetuity, and landowners can partner with NRCS to implement voluntary climate-smart management practices that maximize the amount of carbon sequestered from the atmosphere and stored in soils or plant biomass across these landscapes.

Under the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is engaged in a whole-of-government effort to combat the climate crisis and conserve and protect our nation’s lands, biodiversity and natural resources including our soil, air and water. Through conservation practices and partnerships, USDA aims to enhance economic growth and create new income streams for farmers, ranchers, producers and private foresters. Successfully meeting these challenges will require USDA to pursue a coordinated approach alongside stakeholders, including State, local and Tribal governments.

Enroll in Easements Farmers, ranchers and private foresters looking to enroll farmland, grasslands, or wetlands in a conservation easement may submit proposals to the NRCS state office to acquire conservation easements on eligible land. To enroll land through wetland reserve easements, landowners should contact their local USDA Service Center.

USDA offers a variety of conservation programs that provide help to plan and implement conservation practices on farms, ranches, or forests. Learn more about putting conservation to work through our Conservation at Work video series.

While USDA offices are closed to visitors because of the pandemic, Service Center staff continue to work with agricultural producers via phone, email, and other digital tools. To conduct business, please contact your local USDA Service Center. Additionally, more information related to USDA’s response and relief for producers can be found at farmers.gov/coronavirus.

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Appointments: 303-377-8662 Appointments Available in Keenesburg and Denver

New Patients Welcome

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Phone: (303) 622-4142

Managers: Garold & Geraldine Middlemist

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190 So. Main St., Keenesburg

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DOHERTY’S PLUMBING AND DRAIN Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Water Heater Replacement Video sewer inspection Sewer & drain locating

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First Baptist Church, Keenesburg, Food Pantry

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Open Mon. - Fri. 8am - 5pm

Open every third Saturday 9 am to 12 pm 100 North Market Street, Keenesburg For emergency needs, please contact 720-480-6428 or email us at: http:// www.fbca.church

Donations are welcome to help us defeat hunger in our community

SERVICES Dave Haney Painting & Dry Wall Interior - Exterior Cabinets, Fence Staining Located in Platteville 720-217-2089 McCarthy Trucking Recycled asphalt, concrete Great for driveways & parking areas. Also sand & gravel.

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HELP WANTED Help Wanted Hiring a Cook for “The Wild Animal Sanctuary” Lion’s Den Café In Keenesburg, CO. Benefits offered after 90 days Experienced appreciated, but not required Please contact: natalie@wildanimalsanctuary.org if interested

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