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The WWI Origins of the Poppy as a Remembrance Symbol
by Sarah Pruitt The Remembrance Day symbolism of the poppy started with a poem written by a World War I brigade surgeon who was struck by the sight of the red flowers growing on a ravaged battlefield. From 1914 to 1918, World War I took a greater human toll than any previous conflict, with some 8.5 million soldiers dead of battlefield injuries or disease. The Great War, as it was then known, also ravaged the landscape of Western Europe, where most of the fiercest fighting took place. From the devastated landscape of the battlefields, the red poppy would grow and, thanks to a famous poem, become a powerful symbol of remembrance. Across northern France and Flanders (northern Belgium), the brutal clashes between Allied and Central Powers soldiers tore up fields and forests, tearing up trees and plants and wreaking havoc on the soil beneath. But in the warm early spring of 1915, bright red flowers began peeking through the battle-scarred land: Papaver rhoeas, known variously as the Flanders poppy, corn poppy, red poppy and corn rose. As Chris McNab, author of “The Book of the Poppy,” wrote in an excerpt published in the Independent, the brilliantly colored flower is actually classified as a weed, which makes sense given its tenacious nature. Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, a Canadian who served as a brigade surgeon for an Allied artillery unit, spotted a cluster of poppies that spring, shortly after the Second Battle of Ypres. McCrae tended to the wounded and got a firsthand look at the carnage of that clash, in which the Germans unleashed lethal chlorine gas for the first time in the war. Some 87,000 Allied soldiers were killed, wounded or went missing in John McCrae in uniform. (Credit: Public Domain) the battle (as well as 37,000 on the German side); a friend of McCrae’s, Lieutenant Alexis Helmer, was among the dead. Struck by the sight of bright red blooms on broken ground, McCrae wrote a poem, “In Flanders Field,” in which he channeled the voice of the fallen soldiers buried under those hardy poppies. Published in Punch magazine in late 1915, the poem would be used at countless memorial ceremonies, and became one of the most famous works of art to emerge from the Great War. Its fame had spread far and wide by the time McCrae himself died, from pneumonia and meningitis, in January 1918. Across the Atlantic, a woman named Moina Michael read “In Flanders Field” in the pages of Ladies’ Home Journal that November, just two days before the armistice. A professor at the University of Georgia at the time the war broke out, Michael had taken a leave of absence to volunteer at the New York headquarters of the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA), which trained and sponsored workers overseas. Inspired by McCrae’s verses, Michael wrote her own poem in response, which she called “We Shall Keep Faith.” As a sign of this faith, and a remembrance of the sacrifices of Flanders Field, Michael vowed to always wear a red poppy; she found an initial batch of fabric blooms for herself and her colleagues at a department store. After the war ended, she returned to the university town of Athens, and came up with the idea of making and selling red silk poppies to raise money to support returning veterans. Michael’s campaign to create a national symbol for remembrance—a poppy in the colors of the Allied nations’ flags entwined around a victory torch—didn’t get very far at first. But in mid-1920, she managed to get Georgia’s branch of the American Legion, a veteran’s group, to adopt the poppy In Flanders Fields (minus the torch) as its symbol. Soon By John McCrae after that, the National American Legion In Flanders fields the poppies blow voted to use the poppy as the official U.S. national emblem of remembrance when Between the crosses, row on row, its members convened in Cleveland in That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly September 1920. On the opposite side of the Atlantic, a Scarce heard amid the guns below. Frenchwoman named Anna Guérin had We are the Dead. Short days ago championed the symbolic power of the We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, red poppy from the beginning. Invited Loved and were loved, and now we lie, to the American Legion convention to In Flanders fields. speak about her idea for an “Inter-Allied Take up our quarrel with the foe: Poppy Day,” Madame Guérin helped To you from failing hands we throw convince the Legion members to adopt The torch; be yours to hold it high. the poppy as their symbol, and to join her If ye break faith with us who die by celebrating National Poppy Day in the We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. United States the following May.
Memorial Day
By History.com Editors Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2022 will occur on Monday, May 30. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season. Early Observances of Memorial Day The Civil War, which ended in the spring of 1865, claimed more lives than any conflict in U.S. history and required the establishment of the country’s first national cemeteries. By the late 1860s, Americans in various towns and cities had begun holding springtime tributes to these countless fallen soldiers, decorating their graves with flowers and reciting prayers. Did you know? Each year on Memorial Day a national moment of remembrance takes place at 3:00 p.m. local time. It is unclear where exactly this tradition originated; numerous different communities may have independently initiated the memorial gatherings. And some records show that one of the earliest Memorial Day commemorations was organized by a group of formerly enslaved people in Charleston, South Carolina less than a month after the Confederacy surrendered in 1865. Nevertheless, in 1966 the federal government declared Waterloo, New York, the official birthplace of Memorial Day. Waterloo—which first celebrated the day on May 5, 1866—was chosen because it hosted an annual, community-wide event, during which businesses closed and residents decorated the graves of soldiers with flowers and flags. Decoration Day On May 5, 1868, General John A. Logan, leader of an organization for Northern Civil War veterans, called for a nationwide day of remembrance later that month. “The 30th of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village and hamlet churchyard in the land,” he proclaimed.
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WHAT’S IN THIS ISSUE
Page 2: Way of World Page 3: Who is Bob Lewis? Candidate for Republican Nomination for CD 4 Seat Page 5: Spring/Summer 2022 Rodeo Calendar Page 7: Marshall Fire Homeowners Face Underinsured Issues Page 8–10: 2022 Brush High School Graduates Page 11: MCC Academic Honors Page 14–22: 2022 Fort Morgan High School Graduates
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by Bob Grand, Lost Creek Guide Our front page has stories about Memorial Day and a little history of the Poppy, a WW1 story. You may wonder why, when we have so many more pressing stories that are affecting us today. The reason is simple, having a strong and prepared military is important in today’s world to allow us to enjoy the freedoms our soldiers have fought and died to protect for us. Ask Vladimir Putin about what a strong and effective military means as he scrambles to figure out how to get out of the mess he has created. Our forces in the United States today are all volunteer, they are committed to serve by choice not by government decree. That means something. Unfortunately, as our older generation ages there is less participation in those organizations which support our veterans. Think about what you might do to support our veterans, they deserve it. One of the methods you can support our veterans is by voting. Our government has become paralyzed, run by the bureaucratic swamp in Washington. Most of the politicians we send to Washington, from both parties, are not interested in making change happen, they are interested in getting reelected. They are not interested in driving up voter participation as that will make it harder for them to get reelected. They might have to actually talk to constituents, and make commitments to do something who then may later ask them did they do what they said they were going to do? The voter demographics are changing, even in Weld County. Many of the old guard Republicans are aging, with numbers dimishing, and many are selling their homes to capture the premiums that are out there. They are being replaced by unaffiliated voters who just are not interested in the politics, local, county, or national. This is a big mistake. As Steve Reams said, elections have consequences. The policies of the extreme left have dominated the actions of the Democratic party. We are all paying the price of those policies. Have you been to the gas pump or the food store lately? There will not be a let up until we change the people we elect to office. In both parties there are too many political opportunists. The Weld County Republican party has more than its share. The Supreme Court is going to decide on Roe vs Wade in the near future. The second amendment issue has always been an issue to rally the old guard around. Ask yourself are those the only two issues you want to base your decision on who to vote for? That is what many of the old guard, like Lori Saine and the candidates that support her philosophy, would like you to think. The problem is the people who support her are an ever-shrinking portion of the voting electorate. So should you support candidates who on the surface are appealing but when going a little bit deeper into their agenda, you find there is little there to indicate that they can effectively provide the leadership required to instigate change. You have to ask yourself what has the Republican party done to improve voter participation in Weld County? The Democrats are no better. Other than for District 50 in Greeley, they have literally abandoned the County to the Republican establishment. It is safe to say that there is an opportunity for citizens to send a message. In this primary coming up in June I ask all unaffiliated and Republican voters to vote in the Republican primary and vote for candidates who will better represent you and not the political opportunists who have only their interests at heart. The CD 8 race is a good example of where a difference can be made. I have talked with a few folks regarding my invite in the last issue. We have the makings of the beginnings of a bipartisan group interested in supporting change in how politics are a run. A common thread came out. There is a concern that people are intimated by the possible reaction to taking positions that are unpopular with the people “in control.” They are afraid of being bullied by people who are supposed to represent them. What is wrong with this picture? This is America not the Russian Republic. For politicians who want to bully they should be exposed for what they are, political opportunists. Remember Memorial Day and what it stands for. Honor our veterans by exercising your right to vote, many made the supreme sacrifice to preserve that right for you. As always, your thoughts and comments are always appreciated: publisher@ lostcreekguide.com
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Bob Lewis Top of the Ticket
Hello Colorado U.S. Congressional District 4, I am confirming here that I am the candidate who will appear on the top line of Colorado’s Republican primary ballot for United States 4th Congressional District Republican primary. It is humbling to be elected for this honor. This happened at Colorado’s Republican Party State Assembly, on Friday April 8, 2022 where the Republican delegates present honored me with 61.8% of the vote. I very nearly removed the incumbent from consideration in the district wide primary ballot. My message of Constitutional Governance has resonated across this great district and I am confident that we will win the primary on June 28, and the General Election on November 8, 2022. I know that our rights are from our Creator, they are a gift from God. Because of this, the only legitimate role for Government is to protect those rights. I will represent the values and judgement of our beautiful district. As your Congressman, I am committed to “Riding for the Brand.” I will remain connected to our communities and carry your morals and standards with me to Washington DC. These are some of the reasons that I have entered this campaign: • I am not a professional politician. Unlike the incumbent, I have spent my whole life working and prospering in the private sector. I have no expectations beyond serving this district to the highest moral and ethical standard I possibly can. I will vote against legislation if the legislation they are asking for violates the United States Constitution, or if the vote violates my campaign promises. I will be a strong representative of your culture, views, and ethical standards. • CD4 deserves a Conservative Republican Candidate who will remain connected to this amazing, unique and treasured district. When I travel across Colorado, I marvel at the vistas, culture, and people of Eastern Colorado. It takes my breath away. Because of this I seek to serve you while remaining connected and part of you. You are my family and I will remain in contact with this district as often as possible, not only in person but via phone, and digitally, and any way I possibly can. I am proud of CD4, I love CD4, I will serve CD4, and I will return home to CD4 with my honor. • CD4 deserves a Conservative Republican Candidate who act as a disruptor to the Beast that has become Washington DC. This is a “red” Republican District. The representative from this district needs to be secure enough in their beliefs and positions that they are willing to make controversial votes. The pact with CD4 must be that I take the slings and arrows from the DC Beast and the District will have my back at home. We must be a team to win. Some Votes I’m looking forward to: - Vote to support the Constitution of The United States, as it was originally intended. - Vote against non-stop continuing resolutions and “Omnibus” legislation, insist on a Federal budget. - Vote against Federal Funding of abortion providers. - Vote against Federal Funding of anti-American propaganda. - Vote to close the southern border from illegal border crossings. - Vote to establish Federal Term limits for all Government bureaucrats and elected officials, just like the President of the United States has term limits (and for the same reasons). There are certainly more reasons why I am the Top Republican Candidate for Colorado Congressional District 4, US Congress. It has been my goal here to help you understand what motivates me. I look forward to visiting with you personally in the future. My wife Lisa and I wish to thank everyone for the warm, enthusiastic response this campaign has garnered. We love you all and want you to be part of this amazing adventure. We have another candidate on the ballot. He is expected to put up a grueling fight to hold onto his position. We celebrate this process and we are going forward as happy warriors to bring truly conservative leadership back to this important congressional seat. If you would like to donate please go to: BobLewisforCD4.com and donate any amount you are comfortable giving (subject to legal limits). This web page is in development but it has my background information and a donate button so far. More coming soon! Thank you, please say a prayer for me and my family (and all of the 2022 Republican Candidates), and help US renew America’s promise. God Bless Colorado Bob Lewis Candidate, Colorado CD4
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Who is Bob Lewis?
Introduction to Bob Lewis running for the Republican Nomination for United States Representative for Colorado Congressional District 4. Bob and his wife Lisa are longtime residents of Colorado and will soon be celebrating their 39th wedding anniversary. Bob and Lisa have two adult children and were recently blessed with their first grandchild. Bob is a man who knows the source of our rights is from our creator and the only legitimate purpose of Governments is to protect those rights. Bob has been a successful owner of his real estate business since 1996. Bob specializes in rural and agricultural properties. Bob also managed offices for the former Frontier Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Company and for Coldwell Banker Residential Brokers here on the front range of Colorado. Bob Lewis is a graduate from California State University, San Bernardino campus, with a BA degree in Business Administration, including concentrated studies in Business Accounting, Finance, and Management. Bob is a commercially rated pilot and an avid outdoorsman. Bob has been active in the Colorado Eastern Plains communities with the Conservative Breakfast Association of Elbert County where he served as the CBAOEC Chairman from 2009– 2015. Bob worked with The Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo Association where he has served as the Sponsorship Committee Chairman, he has worked with local Boy Scout Troops, and the South Metro Denver Association of Realtors. Bob was also active in the “Convention of States” program where he has traveled across Colorado giving presentations on the Article V. Convention of States initiative. Bob currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Ben Lomond Gun Club. Bob is a 2017 graduate of The Leadership Program of the Rockies. In politics Bob has been active with the Elbert County Republican Central Committee since 2010. He served as the Elbert County Vice Chairman for 5 years. He also worked as Committee Chairman for the Republican Central Committee for Colorado House of Representatives District 64 for 6 years. Including during the sad and difficult time when our good friend Representative Kimmi Lewis passed away. In addition, Bob served for 3 years on the Elbert County Planning Commission retiring as the Planning Commission’s Chairman. Bob is a happy and just warrior for the Constitution, Liberty, and the Great State of Colorado. boblewisforcd4.com
Letter to the Citizens of Morgan County from Kevin Strauch
My name is Kevin Strauch and I am running for Morgan County Clerk and Recorder. I grew up on a farm outside of Brush and graduated as a Beetdigger in 2000. I went on to get a bachelor’s degree in History with a minor in Elementary Education. I then went on to get a master’s degree in Public Administration as well. I previously worked for Adams County as the Elections Technology and Operation manager. During this time, I was responsible for up to eighteen Voter Service and Polling Centers, twenty ballot drop boxes, and all of the technology. I was also responsible for the ballots for up to 225,000 people while supervising up to twenty five people on my team. I am proud to have started many new programs during this time to provide outreach and education to the voters of the county. Additionally, I am very proud to have helped to innovate a number of new processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and cost effectiveness for the citizens of Adams County and its election integrity. I also am a sitting city councilmember for the City of Brush. I have both been appointed to this position and have been elected to it. During this time, I have been very proud to listen to the citizens and try to help the community as best as I possibly can. My biggest accomplishment so far is advocating for transparency in our processes. I have a deep commitment to trying to make the world a better place. It’s something that drives me to work for our community. I like to think that I embody that characteristic in the work I choose to do. I am currently the supply chain manager at the Brush Hospital and I was previously a teacher for much of my career. I am a 4-H leader for our local club and my kids and I volunteer for all of the community events that we are able to do. I am a board member of the Brush Museum and Cultural Center and I have recently been appointed to the Brush Housing Authority Board. Additionally, my family and I have started a local non-profit called Homefield Sports Exchange. We take donations of new or used sports equipment and provide it at no cost to local kids throughout Northeastern Colorado. We also take donations of money to help to provide families who can’t afford to pay for a sport the ability to do so. I believe that elections in our country are trusted less than ever before. I think that this can be helped by being transparent in the processes and in using “active” communication. By this, I mean letting citizens see the process firsthand and going out of the way to communicate what is happening and why. This can be done with tours, explainer videos, and audits of the voting system in addition to numerous other ways. Please visit www.kevinformorganclerk.com for more information. Thank you!
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Co-ops Care: What it Means to be an MCREA Member By Morgan County Rural Electric Association
Unlike investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives like Morgan County REA are owned and operated by the members we serve. Therefore, MCREA member-owners benefit from the cooperative model in many ways—and we think that is something to celebrate. Each year, the MCREA board of directors evaluates the financial state of the cooperative and elects how to retire profit margins from previous years. Because MCREA is owned by its members, these margins are allocated to those who were members during the years being retired. This money, also called patronage capital, is dispersed to these members according to how much power they purchased during those years. In 2021, the MCREA board retired a record $4 million in capital credits back to our membership. One of the main focuses at MCREA is our concern for community. Our co-op accomplishes this in various ways, including sponsorships, scholarships and youth opportunities. This year, Morgan County REA awarded nine scholarships to students within our service territory, as well as a $5,000 lineworker scholarship. MCREA also offers trip opportunities to students who are children or grandchildren of members; including a leadership camp near Steamboat Springs and a youth tour in Washington D.C. Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of being part of Morgan County REA is that here, you are more than just an account number. Every member matters. When you call our office, you speak directly with an MCREA employee who is ready to assist you. From our office staff to our line crews, MCREA works diligently to make sure safe, reliable power is delivered to our over 4,800 members. Morgan County REA has been proudly serving northeastern Colorado for 85 years and would like to thank all our members for their support of this cooperative. That is why we are excited to invite Morgan County REA members to join us for our first-ever MCREA Customer Appreciation Event on Thursday, June 16 from 5-7 p.m. at our headquarters in Fort Morgan. There will be food, giveaways and a chance to learn more about all the great things happening at your electric cooperative. While RSVPs are not required, sending one will enter you to win a $25 bill credit. Must be present at event to win. Visit www.mcrea.org and click the Customer Appreciation Event button to submit yours today. We hope to see you there!
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2022 Spring/Summer Rodeo Schedule
by Madison Richmann The 2022 spring rodeo season is getting started for many associations across Colorado. Youth associations such as CJRA and CSHSRA kick off in April every year, followed by pro rodeo and open rodeo associations such as CPRA who start up in May. Rodeo contestants will be seen on the road more and more as more associations start their season off this spring. Below are the schedules for the Colorado Rodeo Associations. All schedules are subject to change. Check websites listed below to keep updated on any changes or adjustments in the schedules. CPRA (Colorado Pro Rodeo Association) https://www.coloradoprorodeo.com/ Date(s) Location(s) May 6th & 7th 2022 Canon City, Co June 11th & 12th 2022 Cripple Creek, Co June 11th & 12th 2022 Buena Vista, Co June 24th & 25th 2022 Kiowa, Co June 25th & 26th 2022 Walden, Co July 1st & 2nd 2022 Meeker, Co July 2nd 2022 Fraser, Co July 2nd and 3rd 2022 Dixon/Baggs, Wy July 2nd - July 4th 2022 Brush, Co July 3rd & 4th 2022 Craig, Co July 3rd & 4th Collbran, Co July 4th 2022 Byers, Co July 8th & 9th 2022 Deer Trail, Co July 9th 2022 Fraser, Co July 15th & 16th 2022 Fairplay, Co July 16th 2022 Fraser, Co July 23rd 2022 Fraser, Co July 29th & 30th 2022 Norwood, Co July 30th 2022 Fraser, Co July 30th 2022 Montrose, Co July 30th & 31st 2022 Aurora, Co August 6th 2022 Fraser, Co August 7th 2022 Kremmling, Co August 13th 2022 Fraser, Co August 19th - August 21st 2022 Rocky Ford, Co September 3rd & 4th 2022 Granby, Co September 30th - October 2nd 2022 Montrose, Co (CPRA State Finals) CSHSRA/CSJHRA (Colorado State High School and Junior High Rodeo Association) https://www.cshsra.org/ Location(s) Date(s) Penrose, Co. (TRAP SHOOT) April 16th Loveland, Co. April 22nd - April 24th Lamar, Co. April 29th - May 1st Craig, Co. May 6th - May 8th Greeley, Co. May 13th - May 15th Craig, Co. (STATE FINALS) May 26th - May 30th Perry, Ga. (National Junior High June 19th - June 25th Finals) Gillete, Wy. - National High School July 17th - July 23rd Finals CJRA (Colorado Junior Rodeo Association) https://www.coloradojrrodeo.com/home Location(s) Date(s) Gill, Co. April 16th & 17th Sterling, Co. May 21st & 22nd Burlington, Co. June 4th & 5th Yuma, Co. June 11th & 12th Eaton, Co. July 15th & 16th Lamar, Co. (STATE FINALS) August 18th - August 21st PRCA (Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association) https://www.prorodeo.com/schedule Date(s) Location(s) June 3rd - 5th Elizabeth, Co. June 9th - 11th Cortez, Co. June 18th & 19th Grover, Co. June 18th & 19th Evergreen, Co. June 24th & 25th Alamosa, Co. June 25th - 30th Greeley, Co. July 6th - 11th Estes Park, Co. July 13th - 16th Colorado Springs, Co. July 14th - 16th Gunnison, Co. July 15th & 16th Westcliffe, Co. July 22nd & 23rd Cheyenne Wells, Co. July 27th - 30th Eagle, Co. July 28th - 30th Burlington, Co. August 4th & 5th Rifle, Co. August 4th & 5th Sterling, Co. August 4th - 7th Castle Rock, Co. August 7th - 9th Loveland, Co. August 8th & 9th Yuma, Co August 11th Craig, Co. August 12th & 13th Lamar, Co. August 26th - 29th Pueblo, Co. Rockin K Family Rodeos https://www.rockinkfamilyrodeo.com/ Date(s) Location(s) May 28th & 29th, June 25th & 26th Keenesburg, Co. July 23rd & 24th, August 20th & 21st
14th Annual Memorial Day Celebration Heart of the Plains Cemetery
Monday, May 31, 2021 Please join us in honoring our local living and fallen soldiers and remembering our departed loved ones at the 14th Annual Memorial Day Celebration at Heart of the Plains Cemetery in South Roggen on Monday, May 30, 2022. Coffee and doughnuts will be served at 8:30 a.m., at which time the living and deceased veterans will be registered for the roll call. The program will begin at 9:00 a.m. with patriotic music from the Keenesburg Community Choir and a flyover by Dan and Jason Schellenberg of Air Dusters, Inc. Master of Ceremony, Todd Denning, will welcome everyone and Father Peter Dinh of Sacred Heart Catholic Church will give the invocation. Representative Richard Holtorf will offer the tribute and the roll call of veterans and Todd Denning will give the roll call of all buried at the cemetery. Additional songs will be performed by the Keenesburg Community Choir and, in closing, American Legion Post #180 of Keenesburg will raise the American Flag, provide a rifle volley, the playing of Taps and the concluding Howitzer salute. Heart of the Plains Cemetery is located at 38044 County Road 16, Roggen, CO. Bring your lawn chair and join in celebrating the true meaning of Memorial Day!
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Brush Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation Sells Sands Theater to Evan King and Dallas Burkham
Foundation Finds New Owners for Sands Theater Brush, April 23rd, 2022: The Brush Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the current owner and operator of the Sands Theatre, has completed evaluation of offers made on the Sands Theater and selected Evan King and Dallas Burkham of E&D Entertainment as the theater’s next owners. “The Chamber Foundation unanimously voted for Evan and Dallas to take the theater over.” said Carrie Ankrom, President of the Brush Area Chamber and Chamber Foundation. “We are enthusiastic at the new life Evan and Dallas will bring to the Sands and the Brush! community.” “After all the time I have spent on the stage and with my nose into musicals, I never thought that I would actually have the opportunity to be a part of something so beautiful like the Sands Theater. I am still at a loss for words. This is a dream come true.” New Owner, Dallas Burkham said. “We are very excited and can’t wait to reopen the theater!” Evan King said. Over the next few weeks, the Foundation and Evan and Dallas will complete paperwork for the sale of the theater. Once completed, work on the theater will begin right away with the goal of having the theater reopened in October of 2022.
ALLO OFFERS FREE INTERNET FOR ACP PARTICIPANTS
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA – ALLO Communications will begin offering free 100 Mbps internet to qualifying households through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) on May 9, 2022. This federal broadband program provides a $30 monthly subsidy, which will completely cover the cost of ALLO’s new 100 Mbps service option for ACP participants. Customers who meet the program requirements can receive 100 Mbps internet free or apply the $30 monthly discount to any ALLO internet option. Other ALLO internet plans include 500 Mbps, 1 GIG, and 2.3 GIG symmetrical speeds. ALLO’s symmetrical 100 Mbps ACP plan provides residents with consistently fast and reliable internet for working, learning, and connecting from home. Fiber-optic technology delivers unmatched speed and a connection free of buffering and lag. With ALLO, there are no data caps, no contracts, and hassle-free installations are always free. Customers receive a Wi-Fi 6 certified Blast router with all service plans and the free ALLOIQ mobile app for greater control over their home network, devices, and online experience. ALLO President Brad Moline stated, “The Affordable Connectivity Program is making reliable broadband a reality for those who have only had options for mediocre or no connectivity in the past. ALLO is proud to support the FCC in this effort as it aligns closely with our purpose to expand digital inclusion and make connectivity accessible and affordable for all.” Previously, ALLO supported the FCC’s Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) program and continues to promote the effort to expand broadband access through the ACP. ALLO has participated in the ACP since its rollout on December 31, 2021. More than 10 million Americans currently utilize this program. Learn more about ACP service options with ALLO at AlloFiber.com/ACP and register for the program with the FCC at GetInternet.gov. ALLO was among 20 telecommunications providers named by The White House as ACP supporters, learn more here. About ALLO Communications ALLO Communications provides next-generation communications and entertainment options with superior technology and a customer-first mindset. Every aspect of ALLO is guided by four core values: Exceptional, Local, Honest, and HassleFree. ALLO began building its first gigabit fiber communities in 2003. ALLO provides world-class fiber networks in 29 communities across Nebraska, Colorado, and Arizona. ALLO has over 950 team members ready to serve their 900,000+ population with fiber connectivity. ALLO received recognition from PC Mag in 2021 and 2022 as one of the Top Five Fastest ISPs (Internet Service Provider) and Top Five ISPs for Gaming in the North Central United States.
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Majority of Homeowners Trying to Rebuild After the Marshall Fire may be Massively Underinsured, Analysis Finds
The Colorado Division of Insurance says the total amount of underinsurance may be as high as $179 million. By John Ingold, The Colorado Sun
360 Shawnee Lane is one to three adjacent lots for sale in the Sagamore neighborhood. Homes in the Superior neighborhood burned in the Marshall fire, and now lots left vacant are beginning to hit the market. Sagamore is appealing because of its location and because there is no HOA. (Steve Peterson, Special to The Colorado Sun)
As many as two-thirds of those who lost homes in the Marshall fire lack enough insurance to fully cover their rebuilding costs, according to a new analysis by the Colorado Division of Insurance. The division has been looking at claims from 61 different insurance companies related to the Marshall fire, which destroyed more than 1,000 homes in Superior, Louisville and unincorporated Boulder County late last year, and the high-wind event that accompanied it. More than $1 billion in claims have been filed. When examining claims filed by people who suffered a total loss, the division found that 92% have insurance without a guaranteed replacement benefit that would have rebuilt their homes no matter the cost. That puts the group at risk of being underinsured. Exactly how many are underinsured depends on the cost to rebuild. “We will continue to analyze the claims data as it comes in from the insurance companies,” Michael Conway, the state’s insurance commissioner, said in a statement. “However the challenge now and going forward will be nailing down reliable rebuilding costs.” If it costs $250 per square foot to rebuild, then 36% of the policyholders are underinsured. If it costs $350 per square foot to rebuild, then 67% of the policyholders are underinsured. And, at that higher replacement cost, the average amount by which homeowners are underinsured is more than $240,000. The division’s estimate for the total amount of underinsurance ranges from $39 million on the low end of building costs to $179 million on the high end. Earlier this year, 9News reported that the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver expected rebuilding costs to be between $300 and $350 per square foot. The federal Small Business Administration has approved more than $91 million in low-interest disaster loans for homeowners impacted by the Marshall fire, much of which the Division of Insurance expects will go toward helping with the underinsurance problem. But, with building costs over $300 per square foot, homeowners may still find themselves coming up short in trying to rebuild. The division plans to schedule a town hall meeting to discuss the data during the week of May 16. More information will be posted on the division’s Marshall fire page when an exact date and time are nailed down. The Colorado Sun is a reader-supported news organization that covers Colorado people, places and issues. To sign up for free newsletters, subscribe or learn more, visit ColoradoSun.com
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The date of Decoration Day, as he called it, was chosen because it wasn’t the anniversary of any particular battle. On the first Decoration Day, General James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, and 5,000 participants decorated the graves of the 20,000 Civil War soldiers buried there. Many Northern states held similar commemorative events and reprised the tradition in subsequent years; by 1890 each one had made Decoration Day an official state holiday. Southern states, on the other hand, continued to honor the dead on separate days until after World War I. History of Memorial Day Memorial Day, as Decoration Day gradually came to be known, originally honored only those lost while fighting in the Civil War. But during World War I the United States found itself embroiled in another major conflict, and the holiday evolved to commemorate American military personnel who died in all wars, including World War II, The Vietnam War, The Korean War and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. For decades, Memorial Day continued to be observed on May 30, the date General Logan had selected for the first Decoration Day. But in 1968, Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which established Memorial Day as the last Monday in May in order to create a three-day weekend for federal employees. The change went into effect in 1971. The same law also declared Memorial Day a federal holiday. Memorial Day Traditions Cities and towns across the United States host Memorial Day parades each year, often incorporating military personnel and members of veterans’ organizations. Some of the largest parades take place in Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. Americans also observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries and memorials. Some people wear a red poppy in remembrance of those fallen in war—a tradition that began with a World War I poem. On a less somber note, many people take weekend trips or throw parties and barbecues on the holiday, perhaps because Memorial Day weekend—the long weekend comprising the Saturday and Sunday before Memorial Day and Memorial Day itself—unofficially marks the beginning of summer.
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Southeast Weld County Fair NEEDS YOUR HELP!
If you didn’t already know, the Southeast Weld County Fair is celebrating an important milestone this year. We are celebrating our 100th Jubilee and we are working on compiling information about our history to share during this year’s fair in August. We need names of past fair board members, grand marshals, and queens to fill in the blanks we have in our archives. You may email them to southeastweldfair@gmail.com or share them with any fair board member. Also, if you have any old photos or other memorabilia from past fairs that you would like to share with us, please send them to our address at SEWCF, PO Box 436, Keenesburg, CO 80643. We appreciate any help you can give us. We want to make this year a memorable event for the community.
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MCC Fall 2021 Academic Honors
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Fort Morgan, CO. 04/8/2022. Morgan Community College (MCC) announces its academic honor students for Fall Semester, 2021. Full-time students recognized for honors completed a minimum of twelve eligible credit hours in the term. Part-time students recognized for honors completed a minimum of six eligible credit hours in the term. Scholars named to the President’s List achieved a 4.0 grade point average (GPA). Those qualifying for the Vice President’s List earned a grade point average of 3.75 to 3.99, and Dean’s List students attained a 3.50 – 3.749 GPA. “We are very proud of the academic accomplishments of our students,” said Scott Scholes, MCC Vice President for Student Services. “We honor their hard work and dedication. We thank the family members and other supportive individuals who helped contribute to the students’ success.” President’s List honorees for Fall 2021 semester are: Kate Acevedo Landeros (Fort Morgan), Rayma Albert (Byers), Mekdes Alene (Aurora), Austin Allen (Orchard), Danelly Alvidrez-Gallegos (Fort Morgan), Betsaida Andres (Fort Morgan), Haley Arndt (Aurora), Damaris Arreola (Fort Morgan), Jenna Ashbrook (Wiggins), Jasmin Babonoyaba (Yuma), Hope Baessler (Fort Morgan), Jared Baker (Fort Morgan), Ky Bandy (Limon), Stacy Bass (Keenesburg), Guillermo Becerra (Fort Morgan), Kaitlyn Bell (Fort Morgan), Hayley Bell-Harris (Fort Morgan), Alexsandra Benitez Sanchez (Brush), Jordan Bennett (Wiggins), Lauren Berg (Brush), Camden Bledsoe (Flagler), Dalen Bodine (Wiggins), Chase Bodine (Wiggins), Aram-Abi Bonilla (Fort Morgan), Lucas Bradley (Longmont), Kendra Breneman (Fort Morgan), Bethany Brent (Flagler), Rachel Brown (Lochbuie), Kiaya Burnside (Fort Morgan), Adison Burton (Fort Morgan), Amanda Cali (Akron), Nissa Calkum (Limon), Kayra Camargo Gonzalez (Fort Morgan), Alondra Campa (Fort Morgan), Jessie Campa Soto (Log Lane Village), Maray Campuzano Saenz (Burlington), Chance Cannon (Limon), Aileen Carbajal (Fort Morgan), Amanda Carroll (Cheyenne Wells), Monica CastroVasquez (Brush), Samuel Cecil (Brush), Kelly Celestino (Brush), Steven Chavarria (Strasburg), Ryley Chezik (Wiggins), Emma Christensen (Fort Morgan), Gracie Clark (Karvgal), Marek Cody (Burlington), Rey Cordova (Log Lane Village), Jaycie-Ellen Cowart (Strasburg), Brian Coyle (Otis), Teresa Dabbs (Fort Morgan), Kirstin Dahl (Fort Morgan), Marely Del Campo (Fort Morgan), Margarita Diaz de Leon Soto (Byers), Cailey Dobler (Burlington), Lisa Drohan (Burlington), Colin Duckworth (Fort Morgan), Kevin Esquivel-Flores (Burlington), Marbella Estrada Diaz (Fort Morgan), Brian Fabian Tzun (Fort Morgan), Collin Farley (Fort Morgan), Tyleigh Fehseke (Weldona), Elisabeth Ferguson (Fort Morgan), Luke Ferguson (Brush), Daisy Fernandez (Deer Trail), Raudel Fierro (Wiggins), Trail Filener (Wiggins), Carly Flores (Fort Morgan), Jesus FrancoSoto (Log Lane Village), Kennedy Frank (Kirk), Kristen Frasco (Fort Morgan), Truett Freauff (Wiggins), Kylie Freiman (Genoa), Jenna Fritzler (Fort Morgan), Libby Garcia (Fort Morgan), Yadira Garcilazo (Brush), Aliya Garner (Hugo), Kerigan Garner (Deer Trail), Rylee Givens (Fort Morgan), Toribio Gomez-Mendoza (Wiggins), Itzel Gonzalez (Idalia), Roberto Gonzalez (Brush), Brenda Gregersen (Wiggins), Skylar Gregegrsen (Wiggins), Ty Griffith (Brush), Anthony Ha (Fort Morgan), Jordan Haddock (Strasburg), Christopher Hall (Brush), Tyler Hall (Idalia), Brody Hamer (Fort Morgan), Ramona Heintges (Burlington), Brooklynn Henschel (Vona), Adrian Hernandez (Burlington), Ana Hernandez (Fort Morgan), Vanessa Hernandez (Brush), Brittney Hertneky (Burlington), Trey Hines (Limon), Treece Hines (Burlington), Haley Hinojos (Brush), Cesar Hinojos Tarin (Brush), Mohamed Ibrahim (Wiggins), Charliray (Strasburg), Jamisgen Jaklich (Limon), Olivia Jilek (Brush), Kevin Jimenez (Fort Morgan), Adrian Jimenez Ramos (Wiggins), Elizabeth Jones (Weldona), Jhoany Juarez (Burlington), Hannah Kehm (Fort Morgan), Raelyn Koenig (Wiggins), Samuel Koolstra (Cope), Laura Kopetzky (Wiggins), Allie Lauck (Fort Morgan), Holly Lewis (Fort Morgan), Gregory Lopez (Laramie, WY), Marisol Lopez Garcia (Fort Morgan), Heidi Lowry (Brush), Agustin Luna (Brush), Aandres Machuca (Brush), Dylan Martin (Brush), Nayeli Martinez (Fort Morgan), Stacie Marx (Sterling), Trista Marx (Limon), Montana Mason (Cope), Anissa McCoy (Stoneham), Leevi McCoy (Fort Morgan), Austen McCue (Arriba), Megan Payne (Flagler), Mary Medsker (Brush), Oscar Mendez (Brush), Jacqueline Mendez (Wiggins), Wendy Mendez Gonzalez (Fort Morgan), Tarra Miller (Hugo), Surafel Mohamed
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(Aurora), Vanesa Mojica (Denver), Luis Molina (Fort Morgan), Jaxson Monks (Limon), Genevieve Monson (Hugo), Jenda Montoya (Fort Morgan), Ross Montoya (Fort Morgan), Kylie Morford (Fort Morgan), Kenna Mullis (Burlington), Maunda Mutugnhu (Aurora), Aibora Mwanri (Aurora), Taylor Nagle (Akron), Juan Nava (Fort Morgan), Kenna Nelson (Fort Morgan), Sean Nelson (Strasburg), Monika Niedzwiecki (Highlands Ranch), Misciel Olivas (Brush), Cristina Olivo Ortiz (Fort Morgan), Haley Ostwald (Brush), Adriana Otero (Brush), Brynlyn Owens (Limon), Cassidy Pacheco (Burlington), Megan McDonald (Brush), Emma Tarver (Limon), Jace Pfost (Rush), Katelyn Pike (Colorado Springs), Kaci Porter (Yuma), Kimberly Prevost (Fort Morgan), Johnathan Prouty (Fort Morgan), Benjamin Pulliam (Bennett), Marschal Queen (Brush), Benjamin Rebis (Wray), Maggie Reid (Ordway), Stevie Reiman (Denver), Ricardo Reyes (Fort Morgan), Allison Rice (Saint Francis, KS), Garrett Richardson (Burlington), Wyatt Richardson (Wray), Hailey Riddle (Brush), Melissa Riggs (Woodrow), Monica Rivera (Fort Morgan), Brady Rockwell (Limon), Lourdes Rojo (Fort Morgan), Allyssa Sagner (Fort Morgan), Hashim Sahal (Fort Morgan), Makayla Salazar (Brush), Jocelyn Santoyo (Fort Morgan), Nallely Saucedo (Brush), Jessica Sayles (Siebert), Cora Schrock (Flagler), Gabriel Schubarth (Limon), Kristine Schueller (Genoa), Triniti Scott (Burlington), Cooper Seaman (Vona), Wesley Shaver (Weldona), Cloe Smith (Stratton), Tatum Smith (Burlington), Sarah Smith (Kersey), Kelsi Smits (Wiggins), Ainsley Soleta (Brush), Riley Sorensen (Strasburg), Kimberlyn Sosa Gonzalez (Deer Trail), Coral Soto (Denver), Charity Stanley-Coleman (Brush), Kale Stegner (Snyder), Jacob Stone (Wiggins), Parker Stone (Brush), Gabriel Strait (Loveland), Monika Szemiot Kwiatyszek (Agate), Jordyn Tacha (Limon), Jazmin Talamantes (Wiggins), Emma Peeples (Flagler), Gavin Taylor (Fort Morgan), Bryson Terry (Kanorado, KS), Neela Thomas (Wiggins), Kathryn Thomas (Windsor), Allison Thomas (Wiggins), Brooke Thomas (Wiggins), Katherine Thompson (Wray), Douglas Thompson (Wray), Kye Towns (Idalia), Rowan Tribelhorn (Yuma), Brenda Trupp (Aurora), Joseph Uyemura (Wray), Hope Van Well (Akron), Michelle Vaskin MCC Fall 2021 Academic Honors continued on page 13...
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MEMORIAL DAY CEMETERY DECORATIONS PERMITTED MAY 27 Decorations must be removed by June 6 to allow for cemetery maintenance Fort Morgan Cemetery patrons can begin placing decorations for Memorial Day after 1 p.m. on Friday, May 27. For continued maintenance purposes, any decorations not on the foundations of gravesites before this date will be removed in keeping with longstanding cemetery policy. Cemetery staff also wishes to remind everyone that glass decorations are never permitted, and will be disposed of throughout the holiday weekend, as well as the rest of the season. Decorations can remain in place for the week following Memorial Day. Anything left as of 7 a.m. on Monday, June 6, that is not in line with cemetery policy will be disposed of. The cooperation of cemetery patrons is greatly appreciated and helps the staff do a better and more complete job of maintaining our cemetery grounds. For more information or questions, call the cemetery office at (970) 867-3908. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! www.facebook.com/cityoffortmorgan
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As an investor, you can easily feel frustrated to see short-term drops in your investment statements. But while you cannot control the market, you may find it helpful to review the factors you can control. Many forces affect the financial markets, including geopolitical events, corporate profits and interest rate movements – forces beyond the control of most individual investors. In any case, it’s important to focus on the things you can control, such as these: • Your ability to define your goals – One area in which you have total control is your ability to define your goals. Like most people, you probably have short-term goals – such as saving for a new car or a dream vacation – and long-term ones, such as a comfortable retirement. Once you identify your goals and estimate how much they will cost,
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you can create an investment strategy to help achieve them. Over time, some of your personal circumstances will likely change, so you’ll want to review your time horizon and risk tolerance on a regular basis, adjusting your strategy when appropriate. And the same is true for your goals – they may evolve over time, requiring new responses from you in how you invest. • Your response to market downturns –When the market drops and the value of your investments declines, you might be tempted to take immediate action in an effort to stop the losses. This is understandable – after all, your investment results can have a big impact on your future. However, acting hastily could work against you – for example, you could sell investments that still have solid fundamentals and are still appropriate for your needs. If you can
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avoid decisions based on short-term events, you may help yourself in the long run. • Your commitment to investing – The financial markets are almost always in flux, and their movements are hard to predict. If you can continue investing in all markets – good, bad or sideways – you will likely make much better progress toward your goals than if you periodically were to take a “time out.” Many people head to the investment sidelines when the market tumbles, only to miss out on the beginnings of the next rally. And by steadily investing, you will increase the number of shares you own in your investments – and the larger your ownership stake, the greater your opportunities for building wealth. • Your portfolio’s level of diversification – While diversification itself can’t guarantee profits or protect against all losses, it can help greatly
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reduce the impact of market volatility on your portfolio. Just how you diversify your investments depends on several factors, but the general principle of maintaining a diversified portfolio should govern your approach to investing. It’s a good idea to periodically review your portfolio to ensure it’s still properly diversified. The world will always be filled with unpredictable, uncontrollable events, and many of them will affect the financial markets to one degree or another. But within your own investment world, you always have a great deal of control – and with it, you have the power to keep moving toward all your important financial objectives. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, Member SIPC.
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(Wiggins), Nayeli Vazquez Vazquez (Fort Morgan), Leo Veatch (Agate), Cain Vicario (Windsor), Skyler Vice (Genoa), Diana Waldron (Brush), Joseph Ward (Fort Morgan), Matthew Wargo (Limon), Austin Webb (Bethune), Aidan Weems (Burlington), Myer Wickham (Brush), Isabella Williams (Strasburg), Sabrina Williams (Aurora), Kylie Wingfield (Idalia), Isahias Zavala (Fort Morgan), Karisa Zierolf (Otis), Alexis Zuniga (Log Lane Village). The Vice President’s List includes: Alexis Aguilar-Ramirez (Wray), Samuel Arndt (Aurora), Megan Baker (Brush), Allie Bauman (Fort Morgan), Julie Castaneda (Fort Morgan), Paola Cosio (Fort Morgan), Cody Covelli (Weldona), Rhett Curtis (Brush), Wesley Fintelmann (Weldona), Emily Fry (Brush), Rose Garcia (Yuma), Isaiah Herder (Akron), Raul Hernandez Robles (Brush), Erik Lebsock (Fort Morgan), Heriberto Martinez (Fort Morgan), Kaiya Mauldin (Limon), Alba McClain (Fort Morgan), Alliyah Nelson (Grover), Elmer Paz (Fort Morgan), Guillermo Pina Hernandez (Fort Morgan), Michelle Quintero (Brush), Alexis Rivas (Fort Morgan), Heidy Ruspini (Wray), Santos Salmeron (Fort Morgan), Diana Serna (Fort Morgan), Paris Singleton (Bennett), Daisy Stone (Flagler), Alysha Walker (Fort Morgan), Harvey Walter (Fort Morgan), Briggs Wheatley (Fort Morgan), Rebekah Zobell (Strasburg). Students who made the Dean’s List are: Khadro Abdi (Fort Morgan), Allizandra-Francine Acevelo (Fort Morgan), David Acevedo Nava (Wiggins), Jon Adams (Bethune), Nardos Adera (Denver), Rachel Anderson (Hillrose), Oghenetejiri Arigbe (Aurora), Miranda Arteaga (Fort Morgan), Ana Avila-Gonzalez (Fort Morgan), Kellie Barker (Greeley), Book Bauer (Strasburg), Kaden Becker (Byers), Cortney Bishop (Windsor), Julian Blanco (Yuma), Emily Borrego (Wiggins) Kenedi Brunner (Brush), Trinity Burch (Strasburg), Nastacio Cabral-Tafoya (Brush), Cindy Campos Alejo (Fort Morgan), Avery Carpenter (Wray), Uriah Celestino (Fort Morgan), Hazly Cisneros (Log Lane Village), Kortney Cobbley (Fort Morgan), Clayton Craig (Bethune), Star Crispin (Thornton), Sydney Cure (Burlington), Ashley DeHerra (Otis), Lacie Devore (Greeley), Sydney Dickey (Cheyenne Wells), Mary Dracon (Akron), Quinton Draegert (Brush), Sara Driscoll (Colorado Springs), Sarah Dunning (Strasburg), Latzari Escalante-Escalante (Wiggins), Aaliyah Escalera (Fort Morgan), Angelina Escobedo (Brush), Hilda Estrada (Fort Morgan), Noemi Eudave (Log Lane Village), Alexandria Ewertz (Wiggins), Kayla Faauaa (Aurora), Paige Fisher (Burlington), Dionicio Flores Camacho (Fort Morgan), Keaton Floyd (Burlington) Sherry Gahagen (Fort Morgan), Arelys Gamboa (Brush), Rene Garcia (Wray), Zenayah Gomez (Brush), Trinity Groff (Fort Morgan), Miguel Hernandez (Weldona), Juana Hernandez Gonzalez (Fort Morgan), Zachary Hightower (Strasburg), Elaine Horton (Brush), Sara Hughes (Eagle), Paige Hutsell (Limon), Caitlyn Jenson (Wiggins), Forrest Jordan (Fort Morgan), Baylee Kelly (Hugo), Joslyn King (Cope), Elise Kruger (Vona), Michiah Leeper (Limon), Jasmine Lievanos-Perez (Brush), Yadira Longoria-Vega (Fort Morgan), Rosemary Manuel (Fort Morgan), Desirae Martin (Brush), Suar Martinez (Fort Morgan), Eva Martinez (Fort Morgan), Tiana McCasland (Yuma), Shylandia McNair (Denver), Aaron Mendoza (Wiggins), Aeriel Mese (Weldona), Magdalena Miguel (Fort Morgan), Mia Mosso (Genoa), Alex Muheto (Brush), Kasie Muhlbach (Brush), Leonardo Munoz Mendoza (Wiggins), Alexa Nelson (Haswell), Jesus Nunez (Burlington), Jean de Dieu Nzitonda (Fort Morgan), Kenneth Onufrak (Weldona), Julie Onufrak (Weldona), Joshua Ormsbee (Fort Morgan), Mayola Orrantia (Burlington), Alexis Ortega (Fort Morgan), Habon Osman (Fort Morgan), Landry Peeples (Flagler), Aaron Perkins (Stratton), Juliana Pio (Brush), Herman Puga (Brush), Mayra Pureco (Wray), Katie Rogers (Limon), Jaime Ramos (Fort Morgan), Esgar Reyes (Fort Morgan), Luis Ruedas (Log Lane Village), Lindsay Sack (Keenesburg), Juan Salinas Sanchez (Fort Morgan), Daniel Saucedo Zavala (Brush), Benjamin Schaal (Burlington), Alexandria Schenck (Hugo), Ashley
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2022 Fort Morgan High School Graduation Pictures provided by Fort Morgan High School
Fernando Marquez
Shaelei Marquez
Alvy Gomez Martinez
Andrea Gomez Martinez
Jaciel Hernandez Martinez
Ramiro Ibarra Martinez
Carlos Martinez
Thomas Matson
Leevi McCoy
Marco Mejia
Karen Mendez
Daisy Chavez Meraz
Jaquelyne Meraz
Magdalena Francisco Miguel
Angelina Manuel Miguel
Christian Mills
Ayan Mohamed
Nayrus Mohamed
Qusayi Mohamed
Samira Mohamud
Tanner Montel
Annette Montes
Luis Montes
Jenda Montoya
Ross Montoya
Christopher Amaya Morales
Jose Mosqueda Kylie Morford To view photos online go to www.ourtowncolorado.com – Go to: I-76 – Go to Fort Morgan – Go to news/events
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2022 Fort Morgan High School Graduation Pictures provided by Fort Morgan High School
Krystalena Moya
Hashi Muhumed
Damian Munoz
Ricky Musgrave
Tyler Neal
Olivia Ng
Dauson Normile
Maribel Ocanas
Kimberly Ojeda
Isabel Olaguez
Christian Ordaz
Josh Ormsbee
Brayan Narvaez Orona
Angel Ortega
Frank Ortega
Cristian Sebastian Ortiz
Alcon Ortiz
Faiza Osman
Jeidy Francisco Pablo
Esmeralda Perez Palacios
Maria Chum Pastor
Nevaeha Paulsen
Randal Paxton
Timothy Paxton
Jeisi Hernandez Paxtor
Alex Pelton
Daira Hernandez Pliego
To view photos online go to www.ourtowncolorado.com – Go to: I-76 – Go to Fort Morgan – Go to news/events
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2022 Fort Morgan High School Graduation Pictures provided by Fort Morgan High School
Axyl Pliley
Bryan Ayala Quinteros
Gaspar Garcia Ramirez
Asashia Rangel
Nixon Renderos
Jovany Rico
Jose Quintanilla Rios
Alex Rivas
Isaias Ruiz Rodriguez
Mersadiez Rodriguez
Diana Romero
Pablo Landaver Ruiz
Santos Marguez Salmeron
Jessica Sanchez
Walismar Sanchez
Jocelyn Santoyo
Cory Schlegel
Kylie Schnegelberger
Daniel Serna
Lexys Siebrands Alexis Sharp Kaiden Smith Leilani Shott To view photos online go to www.ourtowncolorado.com – Go to: I-76 – Go to Fort Morgan – Go to news/events
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MORGAN COUNTY - The Morgan County Republicans are hosting a debate for the candidates running for House District 63. That date has been set for Tuesday, May 31 at the Brush High School Secondary Campus (400 West Ave, Brush, CO 80723) in the Auditorium starting at 6:00PM. This event will be one hour. Candidates Jessie Vance and Representative Richard Holtorf have both agreed to participate. The Morgan County Republicans’ Central Committee Officers would like to invite everyone living in the newly re-districted lines of House District 63 to attend. This is a public, non-ticketed event. Follow Morgan County, Colorado Republicans on Facebook to stay up to date on this and future events.
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Grand to Aid Landowners Near Pawnee National Grassland Treat Noxious Weeds
WIGGINS SCHOOL DISTRICT 50J MAY NEWS
GOOD PEOPLE OF TIGER NATION: Almost time for Graduation and Summer Vacation!! As the school year comes to a close pay special attention to the calendar of events. Wiggins School District is pleased to announce it has hired many teachers over the past month. The district is still in need of two Special Education teachers but have every other certified position filled. Positions still available include paras, bus drivers and substitute teachers. If you are interested in any mentioned position or any combination of positions please apply at https://www.applitrack.com/wiggins50/ onlineapp If the district does not have at least three more individuals apply for the bus driver position route transportation will be terminated for 2022-23 school year and beyond. The school board is thrilled to be able to add over 6% to all staff’s base pay. This addition will be raising the beginning teachers starting salary from $36,500 to $39,000 for the 2022-2023 school year. In June, a group of students will be traveling to Europe for a 16-day tour with Dr. Saulmon. The group will spend time in Germany, France, and Switzerland as well as a few others. Construction for the preschool addition and the 3rd-6th grade building has begun. Permits are close to being complete allowing ground preparation for the 3-6 building to begin. Parking will be available through the remainder of this school year but will be closed May 27th until construction is complete. Updates to the inside of the preschool will begin this summer causing the summer preschool program to be cancelled. Congratulations to all of the new NHS inductees, state FFA CDE placers, state FBLA placers, E-Fair placers, and State Science Fair winners. Graduation will be held on Sunday, May 22 at 1:00 p.m. in the Event Center. Monthly Expenditures for April General Fund 559,537.24 Preschool 37,918.07 Capital Reserve 0.00 Bond Redemption 0.00 Bond Project-Baseball 48,782 Elementary Project 215,675.52 Lunch Fund 47,991.18 Total $909,904.01
WIGGINS SCHOOL DISTRICT MAY–JUNE CALENDAR OF EVENTS DATE
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Wednesday, May 18
HS Academic Awards
6pm
May 19th-May 21st
HS Track State Championships
TBA
Friday, May 20
IConnect Graduation
5:30pm
No School Saturday, May 21
HS Baseball-Regionals
TBD
Sunday, May 22
Graduation
1pm
Tuesday, May 24
MS Academic Awards and 8th Grade Continuation
6pm
Thursday, May 26
6th Grade Continuation
2:30pm
Friday, May 27
No School/In service
Monday, May 30
1st Annual Pat Mahan Memorial fundraiser
9am
Wednesday, June 15
Tiger Camp
8am-3pm
ANNOUNCMENTS Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2022. Congratulations to our teams that participated at the State FFA Career Development Events. We took 5 teams and 4 placed at the State
Level. We had 19 members compete and 9 brought home individual medals. Field Crops Team - Silver Team: Caden Green - Gold Individual, Makayla Midcap - Silver Individual, Shawn Hollis - Bronze Individual, Tristan Hadden, Livestock Evaluation Team - Silver Team: Jacy Dreier - Gold Individual, Dani Moon - Silver Individual, Madison Dreier, Caiden Healey, Ag Mechanics Team - Bronze Team: Madison Thomas - Siver Individual, Americo Lorenzini, Lance Sulley, Michael Pacheco, Veterinary Science Team - Bronze Team: Amelia Vickers - Bronze Individual, Sydney Trusty - Bronze Individual, Colton Trusty, Dalia Torango, Horse Evaluation Team: Ashley Clement - Silver Individual, Aubryn Ferguson, Addie Mayers MS State Science Fair: Broadcom Masters: (These students get to advance to another science fair) Kallie Green, Arath Carrazco, Grady Wilson , Honorable Mentions: Lexi Zimmerman, Grady Wilson, Skye Lefever, Colorado's Electric Cooperatives Energy Wise Award: Skye Lefever, Little Shop of Physics: Matthew McCasuland memorial award: Skye Lefever, John Goodenough Award: Lexi Zimmerman In March, we took around 20 students to NJC for the math and science contest. We finally received the results for them! Congratulations to all. Lexi Zimmerman took 5th in the Algebra I test, Mark Walker received Honorable Mention in 8th grade science, Terrah Fitzsimmons received Honorable Mention in 8th grade critical thinking, Aiden Covelli received 5th place in 6th grade critical thinking, Anna Werner received 6th place in 7th grade science, Aiden Covelli and Ainsley Saure both received 9th place in 6th grade Science. FBLA State Leadership Conference Awards. Congratulations to Allison Thomas- 8th place (Cyber Security), Kelli Lousberg, Dani Moon, Ryder Baessler, Peyton Allart- Top 10 Finalist (Parliamentary Procedure) E-Fair - Please congratulate all who participated, they have worked so hard and will be participating again in Holyoke on May 4th. Middle School Division: Laque Premo-NOCO Western Jewelry (2nd Place out of 21 groups) Winnings of $750. Taylor, Marlie, London, Anna and Samara-The Babysitters (Top 5), High School Division: Aubryn F., Makayla O. and Addison M.-The Soothe Bar(3rd Place out of 16 groups) Winnings of $500
Kindergarten Round Up form is available on the District Web Site Wiggins Preschool is now taking enrollment applications for the 2022-2023 school year. Enrollment forms may be found at the Wiggins School District web page or may be picked up at the Wiggins Preschool at 413 Main Street from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. A copy of your child's birth certificate and immunization records should also be included with the enrollment forms. Questions? Contact Miss Lisa at 970483-7783.
Employment Opportunity– Applications can be found on the District web page SPED Teachers Preschool Teachers and Assistant Teachers Paraprofessionals Bus Drivers
WELD COUNTY, CO — Every year during the spring and summer, owners of private property close to the Pawnee National Grassland are faced with the expense of suppressing or eliminating noxious weed growth as the herbicides required to do so can cost anywhere between $25 to $50 per acre. This year, however, Weld County Government can help alleviate some of that cost thanks to being named a recipient of a 2022 Restoration and Stewardship of Outdoor Resources (RESTORE) grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF). A portion of the $174,800 awarded to Weld County and several agency partners will be used to reimburse landowners 80% once they’re done treating their properties. Reimbursement is available to residents within the project boundary, which encompasses the northern half of Weld County, east of Highway 85 from Weld County Road 90 north to the Wyoming/Nebraska border and east to Logan County. Landowners interested in being reimbursed must reach out to the Weed Division before starting treatment to learn about eligibility, chemicals and other requirements. Contact Kent Lynch, Weld County Weed Landowner Specialist, at klynch@weldgov. com or (970) 400-3771. “We’re always trying to find new ways to better control noxious weed growth throughout the county and help our residents do the same,” said Tina Booton, Weld County Weed Division Supervisor. “We’re thankful and excited to receive this grant, which will go a long way in preserving the beauty of our grassland.” Reimbursing landowners is just a small portion of the much larger grassland project titled “Eradicating Annual Invasives to Restore Native Grassland in Weld County.” Over the next two years, the Weld County Weed Division, along with agency partners including the Pawnee National Grassland, Colorado State Land Board, West Greeley Conservation District and Colorado Department of Transportation, will use the funds to restore at least 4,000 acres of public, private and federal land by eradicating or suppressing several noxious weed species including Hoary Cress, Cheatgrass, Dalmatian Toadflax, Diffuse and Russian Knapweed and Canada Musk and Scotch Thistle, while planting native grasses across 200 acres of degraded grassland. Weld County, along with each partner agency listed above, contributed funds to the project, which is expected to cost a total of $314,000. The “Eradicating Annual Invasives to Restore Native Grassland in Weld County” project was one of 15 statewide to receive funding from the NFWF. To learn more about the Weld County Weed Division, visit www.weldweeds.org.
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2022 Fort Morgan High School Graduation Pictures provided by Fort Morgan High School
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Trent Templeton
Anahi Rodriguez Toledo
Luis Mendez Jorge Torres
Jersey Trout
Alicia Urias
Alice Uwamahoro
Jorge Valdez
Brayan Mendiola Velazquez
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Rashel Jose Vicente
Jennifer Watson
Rayne Weiler
Briggs Wheatley
Olivia Wolff
Noah Wooldridge
Jazmin Escobar Yanes
Maria Yanez
The Lost Creek Guide & All of its Advertisers Congratulate the Class of 2022 and Wish Them Well on the Next Stage of Their Lives!
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