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December 2, 2015

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Weld County Commissioners Present a Recommendation to Change the Use by Right of Oil & Gas Development in Weld County

by Bob Grand At last Tuesdays Weld County Planning Commission an unusual sight. All five Weld County Commissioners presented a proposed modification to the Weld County Code. Specifically to Chapter 23, Zoning Code, Section 23-3-20, dealing with the use by right definitions. It would delete 23-3-20-l and remove oil & gas production facilities as a use by right.

Applications for oil & gas production facilities would be moved under Section-23-3-40 which defines Uses by Special Review falling under section 23-3-20-A-3.

Having served on the Weld County Planning Commission for six years I would say this was highly unusual as the Planning Commissioners vote on issues or procedures and make recommendations, either for or against, to the County Commissioners for their final review and approval. So when all five Weld County Commissioners make this kind of recommendation it is making a statement.

You have to ask why such a Weld County Commissioenrs at Planning Commission dramatic change? If you have been following the activities of the Colorado Oil & Gas Conservation Commission, including the recent Weld County Commissioners public meeting where, Executive Director Matt Lepore of the COGCC got into a rather heavy discussion with the Weld County Commissioners on who had the final say on local property rights regarding oil & gas facilities.

Property rights are a fundamental issue in Weld County, all property rights. When you look at oil & gas, there are surface owners, royalty owners and oil & gas production companies. They all have rights. Basically what the COGCC is saying is that the state has the fundamental approval on how things are to be done. The County Commissioners maintain that, when it comes to property rights and land use authority, those are county responsibilities, not the state’s and certainly not the prerogative of the COGCC. What really stands out in this, if you cut through the rhetoric, is that politics is getting in the way public policy making. Weld County, so far this year of 2015, has produced over 89% of all the oil pumped in the state of Colorado. So why is it that counties that have had no meaningful drilling or production in the last few years, because a portion of their voters are against it, have so much impact at the COGCC. It is constituency politics at its worst.

We are a nation of laws and if you bend one thing now, what is next?

Black’s Law Dictionary defines take as “to take possession or control, whether legal or illegally “. By taking or restricting access to a basic property right there is supposed to be compensation to the party affected at fair market value. Let us stop dancing around the political correctness and have the courts decide. Our Colorado Attorney General should review this. The state and communities all around the state have their hand out for revenues generated by oil & gas development. Everyone has a right to their opinion, but you do not have the right to adversely affect your neighbor without fair compensation. All decisions have consequences, some unintended, but very real. Let us see what happens when the effect of a “taking” is calculated into real dollars. Again having an opinion is an American right, something that our veterans have defended over the years, many with their lives. Let us see how strong that opinion is if there are hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation on the table to be paid.

I applaud the Commissioners for standing up for the property rights of Weld County Citizens. It is a travesty that our State Government is attempting to trample on them so callously in the name of the greater good..

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Open House at Wiggins Town Hall for Local Citizens to Review New Development Home Options

Robbie Minor of Braessler Homes and Jay Stoner of Genesis Development held an open house at the Wiggins Town Hall from 11:00 am thru 7:00pm last Thursday to review the planned layout of the proposed new development and offered potential housing options.

They solicited recommendations for a name for the new development from the citizens, as well as ideas on housing plan layouts. Light beverages were provided and turnout was good.

For questions regarding reserving your brand new home in this exciting new community contact Robbie Minor at Robbie@Baesslerhomes.com For general questions or suggestions about the development contact Jay Stoner at Jstoner@ genesis-dm.com

Hudson & Keenesburg Changing Police Coverage for their Towns

Earlier in the year the Weld County Sheriff’s office announced a change to their pricing for smaller towns that they had previously contracted with to provide law enforcement services. The new cost structure was prohibitive. Hudson will have its own Town Marshall.

Plans are to begin the first of the year with the Town Marshal and one assistant. The Town of Keenesburg is in discussions with the Town of Lochbuie police department to provide 21 hours of coverage per week. More information will be made available as the details develop.

Teenage Young Republicans Hold Certification Celebration in Fort Lupton

TARS held a formal celebration on receiving their national registration as a Young Republican Club. Present were club members led by President Cody LeBlanc, and their advisors, Colleen Heitman, Genevieve LeBlanc and Jane Miller.

Also in attendance were many friends and supporters.

Megan Miller and Cody LeBlanc were presented with pictures of them with U.S. Senator Cory Gardner when they attended the Morgan County Lincoln dinner earlier in the year.

Homemade refreshments were provided along with hot chocolate. Just a delightful event.

What’s In This Issue:

Page 2: Way of the World Page 3: Regional Economic Development Meeting Held in Hudson Page 3: Weld Commissioners Proclaim Dec. 1 as Bright Futures Day Page 5: Morgan County Farm Bureau Recognizes 4-H Record Keeping Page 7: The Spirit of the Season Page 8: MCC 2015 Student Ambassadors Page 10: Weldon Valley News Page 11: National Alzheimers Disease Awareness Month Page 12: Morgan County 4-H Achievement Night Held Page 13: Morgan County 4-H Members Set the Pace in their Class Page 16: WHS Tiger Den Theatre Presents Meet the Creeps

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Way of the World

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by Bob Grand We are beginning what is the holiday season for not all, but most Americans. We have a long history of tolerance in this country, yes we are not perfect, and for a long time, tolerance was not what many in America experienced. Yet we need to look to the future.

America is not perfect, but it is a whole lot better than what most of the world has. Yes, there are great inequalities out there. Israel has a right to be recognized but so do the Palestinians. Women in America have made great strides for equality, not so in a large part of the world, children have a right to look towards opportunity where ever they were born.

For years America has stepped forward to fight for the defense of freedom. We have invested much blood and treasure in protecting the world from tyranny. I do not agree with a lot of what President Obama puts forth yet I have to agree that the world is not our fight alone.

For too long we were trapped in an oil dependency relation relationship that defined our participation in the Middle East as being in our economic interest. The Palestinian question has been a boil on the world. One could argue that it was the fermentation of this that has led to the growth of ISIS. I would offer that the ISIS organization filled a vacuum created by a lack of world leadership, not just the United States.

If we had a coherent energy policy, one that laid out a clear and concise march towards renewable energy in a realistic time frame, we would be able to achieve it by consensus and not dictated by administrative regulation. Just think if we had developed the facilities to export natural gas to Europe and the rest of the world what that would do to the aspirations of Vladimir Putin?

Good decisions are ones based on developing a consensus. We do not all have to agree.

We can agree to disagree but we need to have politicians that are concerned about reaching consensus decisions and not just pandering to their bases, be they extreme environmentalists, extreme libertarians who want no government at all, or groups that only look to get the most for themselves at the expense of the rest of us and particularly our young people. We have to balance our efforts, focusing on social as well as economic and defense issues. Our parties seem to think you can only look at one side. They assume their electorate is only interested in one or the other. And for some they are right but now you understand, perhaps, why the independent vote is growing. The electorate is not stupid. Please give us more credit to understand the bigger picture.

This election cycle of 2016 has exposed a lot of raw nerve reflecting dissatisfaction with both main stream party establishments. Whether you are Republican or Democrat you have to recognize the massive dissatisfaction that is out there in America. What will be the outcome?

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Colorado Ag Water Alliance Leader Expresses Support for Recently Released Colorado Water Plan

Colorado officials on Thursday unveiled an unprecedented statewide water plan, after a decade of negotiations, that prioritizes water-saving in a $20 billion push to allow population growth in the face of huge projected shortfalls.

In a letter sent to Colorado Water Conservation Board director James Eklund, Colorado Corn board member Charlie Bartlett, who also serves as the chair of the Colorado Agricultural Water Alliance (CAWA), applauded the water plan.

“While the final plan does not include all aspects of CAWA comments on the draft plan, we are pleased to see the concept of an ‘Ag Impact Assessment’ remained in the final document. CAWA is ready to participate in the development of appropriate process criteria at the appropriate time,” Bartlett wrote in his letter.

In his letter, Bartlett specifically applauded “the inclusion of numerical benchmarks of 400,000 acre feet for both urban conservation and new storage by 2050.” He further noted that “the plan recognizes the important contributions that irrigated agriculture makes to the state’s economy, food security, and environment, and we are pleased that it calls for moving in a different direction than the traditional ‘buy and dry’ of ag water to meet the future needs of growing M&I, recreational, and environmental demands.”

Colorado Corn Yield Projections Just Short of State Record; Forecasted Production Expected to be Best Since 2011

While harvest progress remains behind normal pace, a USDA crop production forecast released this month showed that Colorado corn farmers this year are expected to produce their most bushels since 2011.

Overall corn acres harvested in Colorado are expected to drop this year -- from 1.01 million in 2014, down to 960,000 acres this year -- but yields are expected to be up. After the state’s farmers saw yields of 146.0 bushels per acre in 2014, forecasts call for yields of 158.0 bushels per acre this year, which would fall just short of the state corn-yield record of 160.0 bushels per acre, set in 1988.

This year’s solid yields are expected to result in the most corn bushels produced in the state in four years. This year’s forecasts call for Colorado corn farmers to produce 151.68 million bushels, surpassing last year’s 147.46 million bushels.

In regards to harvest progress, Colorado corn producers caught up some this month, but remained behind the five-year average in terms of acres harvested for this time of year, largely due to moisture in the state’s corn-producing areas. As of Sunday, 83 percent of the state’s crop was harvested, remaining behind the five-year average of 91 percent, according to the USDA’s weekly crop report.

Nationwide, corn harvest is nearing completion, with 96 percent of the U.S. corn crop harvested as of Sunday -- just slightly ahead of the five-year average of 94 percent complete for this time of year. Across the U.S., farmers are expected to plant less acres than last year (80.66 million acres, down from 83.12 in 2014), see yields drop slightly (169.3, down from 171.0 last year) and see overall production fall (13.65 billion bushels, down from 14.2 billion bushels last year).

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Regional Economic Development Meeting Held at the Hudson Fire House

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By Bob Grand Upstate Colorado, the economic development effort for Weld County, hosted a gathering of regional representatives to discuss economic development. Richard Werner, President and CEO of Upstate Colorado, and Senior Vice President Cathy Schulte, presented an overview of economic development in the county and Upstate Colorado’s role. They noted that the county is growing and has a healthy economy. Upstate is here to assist those businesses that wish to expand their current operations and to assist those that are looking to establish a new presence here. Werner noted that companies are not looking just for incentives but issues such as educational opportunities, a trained work force, good transportation access, access to DIA and quality of life issues.

Sam Baily, Senior Manager of Industry Development for the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, spoke about the state working with local partners to create a positive business climate that encourages dynamic economic development and sustainable job growth. He highlighted efforts to: Build a strong public private approach on a state wide basis for economic development activities Monitor economic conditions throughout the state and strengthening regional economies Support entrepreneurs and small businesses Increase quality job creation by expanding and attracting businesses Maintain Colorado’s diverse economic base Position Colorado as a global leader in key industries Assist the state’s economy, while preserving quality of life Representatives of the Towns of Hudson, Keenesburg, Lochbuie and Mead, presented an overview of what is going on in their towns. Representatives from Aims updated the group on the aggressive activities at both the Greeley and Fort Lupton campuses to meet local educational needs. Weld County Commissioner Barb Kirkmeyer updated the group on the Weld County Bright Futures Program as a work force development effort and how important that was to the community as well as the young people involved.

It was encouraging to see this meeting in southeast Weld County with all the participation that was in attendance.

Wiggins Choir and Voices Attend League Festival

By Ellyna Van, from The Claw Two hundred fourteen voices harmonized together at the LPAA League Choir Festival this year at Yuma High School on November 10 with five middle schools and six high schools attending. Thirty-six Wiggins students attended League, twenty- eight middle schoolers and eight high schoolers.

Before attending League, the choir and Voices teacher Mr. Jeff Everett made sure his students were prepared for the concert. “We practiced a lot. I had to practice different parts because I sing both the tenor and bass parts of the songs,” said junior Josh Dorren.

The Voices and choir groups practiced everyday until the morning they left for League.

Students arrived early in the morning at Yuma and went straight to rehearsal at 8:30 a.m. The director, Donna Solverud, performance polished the choir and made sure everyone knew their parts, said Everett.They spent a majority of the day rehearsing, but they still had time for a lunch break and a dinner break.

Before the final performance, all the attendees had a dress rehearsal. The concert started at 6:30; they performed four songs: “So it Goes,” “Run Mary Run,” “A Choral Flourish,” and “Ani Ma’amin.” A favorite among these was “Ani Ma’amin” due to its sound and passion, said senior Becky Kopetzky. “The concert went pretty well; everyone knew their parts, and that created a really pretty sound,” she said.

Senior Madison Shepherd has attended every League Choir performance since 7th grade. “It’s bittersweet because it’s my last year. It’s always pretty boring when we practice in the room, but it’s fun when you actually get to perform with everyone,” said Shepherd.

The Wiggins choir and Voices classes will be next behaving a Christmas concert in the Event Center; the middle school concert will be on December 14 at 7:00 p.m. and the high school concert will be on December 15 at 7:00 p.m.

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Weld Commissioners Proclaim Dec. 1 Weld County Bright Futures Day

WELD COUNTY, CO – The Weld County Board of Commissioners is proud to proclaim Tuesday, December 1, 2015, as Weld County Bright Futures Day. The commissioners would like to encourage Weld County residents, property owners and businesses to donate to the Weld County Bright Futures Grant Program on this day to demonstrate their commitment to building a strong Weld County workforce.

“The Commissioners are asking our citizens to come together and invest back into our community by making an donation on December 1,” said Commissioner Chair Barbara Kirkmeyer. “The Board is committed to growing and strengthening Weld County’s workforce, and it is our hope residents, businesses and property owners will join us by contributing to the grant program.”

The Weld County Bright Futures Grant Program is a first-in tuition assistance program for post-secondary education from an accredited institution or certified training program.

All students who graduate from high school starting in 2016, are eligible for the grant program. An individual earning a GED after January 1, 2016, is also eligible as well as any honorably discharged veteran who graduated from a Weld County high school since 2006 and currently resides in the county.

“Each dollar you give helps a student pursue their dream of achieving an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or train to become a welder, chef, electrician, or veterinary technician,” said Commissioner Pro-Tem Mike Freeman. “When creating this program, it was very important to the Board to be able to assist all types of higher education and training, not just a Bachelor’s degree.”

Earlier this fall, the Board announced they will dedicate $15 million from the 2016 budget to the grant fund, and each commissioner personally donated $500.00 to the fund during the kick-off event on September 1, 2015. When giving a donation, Weld County properties owners receive a property tax credit in addition to State and Federal income tax deductions. While non-Weld County residents and non-property owners will not receive a property tax credit for their donation, they will still be eligible for State and Federal income tax deductions.

“This program is a win-win-win situation for everyone,” said Commissioner Sean Conway. “Not only do students and families benefit by receiving tuition assistance but also donors who may receive a property tax credit. Weld County benefits overall by strengthening our workforce and attracting new businesses.”

“The Board is very excited to be able to offer the Bright Futures program to graduating seniors, GED recipients and veterans,” said Commissioner Julie Cozad. “Weld County is passionate about giving back to their veterans, and this program is another way to accomplish that.”

“Bright Futures gives donors a chance to make a difference in someone’s life,” said Commissioner Steve Moreno. “Post-secondary education may not have been an option for some people without the help of this tuition assistance program.”

For more information about the Weld County Bright Futures Grant Program, visit www. weldcountybrightfutures.com and like the Weld County Facebook Page, at www.facebook. com/WeldCountyGovernment to learn more about Weld County Bright Futures Day.

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Morgan County Farm Bureau Recognizes 4-H Record Keeping

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Morgan County Farm Bureau recognized junior 4-H members for their outstanding record books with certificates and cash awards at the Morgan County Achievement Night on Sunday, November 15 at the Mark Arndt Event Center at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Brush. Kurt Heupel, Morgan County Farm Bureau Representative, awarded the certificates.

Twenty youth received cash awards and certificates for their outstanding record books.

Recipients were: Noah Cough, shooting sports; Tessa Frasco, market goat; Whitney Frasco, market goat; Jordyn Garcia, shooting sports; Micah Goodman, catchit sheep; Zachary Griffith, market swine; Wyatt Halley, breeding rabbit; Kelsey Kalous, market sheep; Kaybree Keating, horse; Sateen Keller, horse; Bryce Kendrick, market swine; Dreew Knapp, ceramics; Morgan County 4-H members learn decision-making, public speak- Dylan Martin, shooting, and problem solving from participating in 4-H judging. Youth ing sports; Lauren recognized for their excellence and participation in judging were: Schoonveld, entomolfront row (l-r): Bryce Kendrick, livestock judging; Drew Knapp, ogy; Madison Snedlivestock judging; Courtney Griffith, livestock judging; Jordan don, market swine; Kendrick, livestock judging and Gillian Steffan, livestock judging. Makenna Sneddon, Back row: (l-r): Dairy judging, Wade Hofmeister; and Makenna market swine; Zoey Carlock, Adrianna Miller and Burgandy Larrick in consumer choices judging. Not shown was Mickayla Zink who participated Sneed, dog obedience; Jasmyn Thompson, in consumer choices judging and Garrett Kalous, Kelsey Kalous, Braden Mortensen, Madison Sneddon, Makenna Sneddon and Ame- dairy cows; Jordan lia Vickers who participated in livestock judging. Dan and Susan Uhrig, horse and Kalai Kendrick coached the livestock judging team and Jennifer Cooney Unrein, market sheep. coached the consumer choices team.

Recognized for excellence in record keeping were Peyton Allart, breeding rabbit and shooting sports; Sydney Arroyo – catch-it goat and market sheep; Hope Baessler, heritage arts – quilting; Ethan Bohl, catch-it swine; Aleah Bridges, breeding rabbit; Caden Callaway, foods and nutrition; Raelynn Carlock, poultry; Amanda Carmin, market beef and ceramics; Ky Chapman, market sheep; Olivia Clise, clothing construction and foods and nutrition; Aulden Covelli, Robotics; Kirstin Dahl, horse; Nathanel Dahl, market beef; Wyatt Delandsheer, breeding goat; Jason Dias, breeding and market beef and catch-it rabbit; Ceri Dixon, market goat and catch-it rabbit; Cohen Dixon, market goat and market sheep; Elysia Dory, market swine; Delaney Draegert, market beef, market goat and home environment; Quinton Draegert, market beef and market goat; Jacy Jo Dreier, catch-it chicken; and Madison Dreier, catch-it swine.

The Farm Bureau also awarded certificates to: Johnathan Eggleston, bicycle; Wiley Eicher, shooting sports; Blane Endsley, market goat and market sheep; Alyssa Eskew, Clothing construction; Kenndra Filter, market chicken, market sheep, market goat and heritage arts – rug making; Westen Filter, Market chicken; market goat and electricity; Paige Finegan, horse; Tessa Frasco, market sheep; Whitney Frasco, market sheep; Cody Gerken, market beef and market sheep; Nathan Gerken, market beef; Jessie Gilbert, horse; Jonah Gleason, market sheep and junkdrawer robotics; Adan Gonzales, market beef; Isaiah Goodman, small engines; Micah Goodman, dairy cows; Montana Goodman, market goat and breeding and market rabbit; Skylar Gregersen, market chicken, market and breeding goat; Kristen Griffith, market swine; and Ty Griffith, market sheep.

Awards for record book excellence were also given to: Morgan Hackett, horse; Wyatt Halley, market rabbit; Deanna Hickson, heritage arts-crocheting and artistic clothing; Harley Holdren, catch-it chicken, breeding rabbit, market swine; Kodi Holdren, market swine; Wyatt Holdren, market swine; Kaylie Ivie, market beef and catch-it goat; Garrett Kalous, market goat; Kyra Keating, catch-it chicken; Sateen Keller, dog obedience, foods, and clothing construction; Bryce Kendrick, market beef and market sheep; Aubrey Klein, market goat and market sheep; Drew Knapp, home environment; Nicole Kramer, foods; Jayce Kreegar, market chicken, market goat and market swine; Erik Lebsock, market beef and market goat; Bailey Link, foods; and Savannah Loose, breeding rabbit and market swine. lso receiving certificates for record book excellence were: Jesse McMinn, leathercraft and model rocketry; Madison McMinn, breeding rabbits, clothing construction, and foods; Taryn McMinn, breeding rabbit and catch-it goat; Kaitlyn Mellott, dog obedience; Karrie Mellott, ceramics; Isabel Mettlen, cake decorating; Bradley Miller, woodworking; Olivia Odle, market swine; Maesen Renton, market swine; Luke Rhode, market chicken; Zachariah Ruby, catch-it rabbit; Carson Rule, market sheep and market swine; Kathryn Schoemaker, child development; Kathryn Schoonveld, photography; Lauren Schoonveld, photography; Amber Shaver, breeding rabbit and horseless horse; Caleb Siegling, robotics; Makenna Sneddon, market goat; Zoey Sneed, breeding rabbit; model horse and child development; Kelly Spradlin, breeding goat and market goat and Gillian Steffen, market goat; market sheep, dog obedience and veterinary science.

Farm Bureau also recognized Paige Stephens, market chicken and shooting sports; Jordan Uhrig, market goat; Royce Uhrig, outdoor adventure; Mason Unrein, market goat; Amelia Vickers, market goat; Kolby VonFeldt, dairy cows; Kyle Wellen, market goat and woodworking; Nicholas Wellen, market goat and market sheep; Amber Wolever, market sheep and Arek Wulf, shooting sports.

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Weld County Commissioners Approve Changes to the Emergency Operations Plan

WELD COUNTY, CO – During their Monday meeting, the Weld County Board of Commissioners approved an updated version of the Weld County Emergency Operations Plan (WCEOP). The plan, which was initially adopted in September 2009, was developed by the Weld County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) in accordance with the requirements for local emergency planning under the State of Colorado Disaster Emergency Act, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Comprehensive Preparedness Guide and the Weld County Code.

“The purpose of the Emergency Operations Plan is to coordinate management activities before an emergency occurs,” said Commissioner Pro-Tem Mike Freeman. “With this plan, we will be able to better protect Weld County residents, property and economy during an emergency event.”

Addressed in the WCEOP are the roles, responsibilities and actions required by the Board, other elected officials, the Director of Emergency Management Roy Rudisill and county departments when preparing and responding to an emergency. The plan considers the emergencies and disasters most likely to occur in Weld County and uses an all-hazards approach, which provides planning strategies for a wide-range of complex events such as natural disasters, technological incidents, man-made hazards and emerging human illnesses. The plan is intended to be used when an emergency situation requires: multiple officials or departments to be involved in the response; coordination and integration with outside agencies; an emergency or disaster declaration; or when an incident escalates beyond the capabilities of Weld County and it becomes necessary to seek State and/or Federal assistance.

“The Weld County Emergency Operations Plan is what we call a living document, which means the Office of Emergency Management is always looking for ways to improve our plan and practices.” said Rudisill. “We review the plan after real emergencies or disasters as well as training situations, and we make updates to the plan as needed based on afteraction reviews and recommended improvements.”

“The Emergency Operations Plan is a critical tool for each person who may be involved in responding to an emergency,” said Commissioner Sean Conway, Coordinator for the OEM. “It not only provides valuable information about the responsibilities of each county department but also other local, State and Federal agencies during an emergency situation.”

For more information about emergency management in Weld County, visit the OEM web page at www.weldgov.com or www.weldoem.com.

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Upcoming Events in the Lost Creek Guide, Carbon Valley Independent & Erie Independent Areas

December 2: Christmas Party @ the Rocky Mtn. Saloon (Mead) 4: Country Christmas and Parade of Lights (Erie) 4: Town Hall Christmas Lighting Celebration (Hudson) 4: Veteran’s Employer Workshop (Hudson) 5: Homesteader’s Holiday (Centennial Village Museum) 5: Carbon Valley Holiday Festival (Firestone, Frederick, Dacono) 5: Holiday Ice Show (Greeley Ice Haus) 7-11: Residential and Business Christmas Lighting Contest Judging (Hudson) 9: Chamber Holiday Open House (Erie) 11: Jr. Auxiliary Dinner at the American Legion (Keenesburg) 11-12: Longmont Lights! (Longmont) 12: Free Movie at the Sands Theatre (Brush) 12: Festival of Lights (Brighton) 12: Santa Cops Wrapping (Firestone) 19: Free Movie and Santa Party at the Sands Theatre (Brush) 19: VFW Monthly Breakfast Fundraiser (Frederick VFW Post 9741) 21: Holiday Cookiefest (Erie) Libraries:http://www.mylibrary.us/events/featured-events

Please go to the following websites for more information about the events listed above.

Brighton: http://www.brightonco.gov/131/Events Brush: http://www.brushcolo.com/Pages/aboutPages/calendar.html Dacono: http://www.ci.dacono.co.us/1012/Events Erie: http://www.erieco.gov/specialevents Evans: http://www.evanscolorado.gov/recreation Firestone: http://www.ci.firestone.co.us/calendar.aspx Fort Lupton: http://www.fortlupton.org/332/Community-Events Fort Morgan: http://www.cityoffortmorgan.com/index.aspx?nid=69 Frederick: http://www.frederickco.gov/Calendar.aspx?NID=1&FID=243 Gilcrest: http://townofgilcrest.org/movies-in-the-park/ Grover: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Grover-Colorado/224388364296373 Hudson: http://hudsoncolorado.org/ Keenesburg: http://www.townofkeenesburg.com/ Kersey:http://www.townofkersey.com/index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={1A4DADB5-2B8E-4D1DABD6- 2647D8B596EC} LaSalle: http://lasallecommunitychurch.com/events-calendar/ Longmont: http://longmontcolorado.gov/online-services/calendar Mead: http://www.townofmead.org/calendar.aspx?CID=14,32, Nunn: http://www.nunncolorado.com/ Platteville: http://www.plattevillegov.org/index.php/events-jobs/event

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“The right to a voice when unable to speak”

John grew up during the depression. He fought in WWII. He knows desperation.

When his parents got older, he took care of them. He didn’t consider whether he had a choice. He just did it. Hard work has always been his friend.

A few weeks ago, John moved to the nursing home. He is having a hard time adjusting. He feels confused more often than he did at home. There are rules and times set for everything. How is he supposed to get used to sharing a room with a stranger? He can’t think straight with the never ending commotion. John wants to work his way through this, if he could figure out where to start.

Our elders don’t always know their rights. They may feel isolated, powerless, or they may lack the physical or mental capacity to work through the complexities of problem solving. They get overwhelmed. Sometimes knowing that others feel the same way inspires the resident to ask the Ombudsman for help.

Residents and families frequently ask what Ombudsmen do. We tell them that we provide a voice for those who are unable to speak for themselves. We empower others. We investigate complaints. We educate, problem solve, negotiate, and we listen.

It is discouraging because it is a rare day when we meet someone that understands what an Ombudsman does. We are an effective resource that you need to know about.

Imagine how long-term-care might change if everyone knew their rights and insisted on an environment that promotes and enhances the quality of life for each resident, ensuring dignity, choice, and self-determination as required by the Older Americans Act. In the 2014 program year, state-wide, Ombudsmen visited with residents 7,919 times and investigated 3,848 complaints. Seems like a lot until you consider that there were 220 nursing facilities and 612 assisted living residences with 40,341 licensed beds. It is hard to leave the facilities we visit knowing that we might positively impact another life if we stayed for one more visit. Visits alone will never be enough.

The Ombudsman job description includes the education of residents, their families, facilities, and communities at the local, state and national levels. Stimulating the changes needed to improve the resident’s quality of life is also our job. Change can be cultural or legislative. Private rooms and home-like settings are changing the culture at facilities.

The seriously ill can make their own advanced healthcare decisions in consultation with their medical professional using the legislatively approved MOST form. When Ombudsmen invest in others through education, we will add many voices to those who are unable to speak for themselves.

The Ombudsmen covering our six county area in northeast Colorado are doing a very good job. Our statistics are better on average than the state as a whole. Over the last 18 months, we have added an Ombudsman dedicated to serving Morgan County, we have recruited our first volunteer, and are looking to enlist another. Like many federal mandates, ours is underfunded. Using volunteers, we will put education in the spot light.

Sound interesting? Change comes hard and requires a consistent and competent voice.

If you have a soft spot in your heart for our elders we could use your help, please contact Jonelle Roberts at 970-867-9409 ext 233.

(The characters in the story are fictional.)

Francie Young serving Morgan 970867-9409 ext 233 Marlene Miller, Lead Ombudsman, ARE YOU serving Yuma and Washington 970-8482277 Erin LeBlanc serving Logan, Phillips and Sedgwick 970-854-2949 Jonelle Roberts serving Northeast Colorado ombudsnecolo@gmail.com

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The Spirit of the Season

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By Daryl L. Meyers Although time has moved on far more quickly than I could have imagined, childhood memories of days gone by still remain, especially those magical moments called holidays.

Who could forget the aroma of mashed potatoes, gravy, turkey, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie for dessert? Our table was set for a king and even though we were far from well-to-do, ours was a feast indeed, leaving no doubt about our royal heritage, especially at Thanksgiving. Like others, our family wasn’t perfect, but as we gathered around this table of plenty expressing our gratitude for the simple, ordinary gifts of life, there was a deepening of appreciation for each other, and for those experiences shared in common that brought us together and kept us together as a family.

As Thanksgiving, with its turkey and all the trimmings, faded away, our community evolved into a magical land of make believe. Houses, once dark and uninviting, were now places of interest, destinations for sight-seers. There were reindeer and sleighs, elves and singing minstrels, candles, wreathes and colored lights designed to hold the attention of young and old alike. This was the Disneyland that I knew, long before there was a destination by that name.

Yes, Christmas had come again and my childhood heart was filled with wonder at the beauty and magic of it all.

Towards the beginning of December my parents and sister and I checked out the evergreens at a Christmas tree lot not far from our home. Even though prices had gone through the roof (75 cents), we went ahead, paid the attendant, tied the tree securely to the top of our car and headed home. Once inside, the aroma of evergreen filled the house, and before long, with the help of mom, dad and some little hands, our tree became anything but ordinary. It was absolutely beautiful … a work of art, covered in tinsel and crowned with an angel.

As Christmas Eve drew near and presents under the tree grew as well, so did the excitement of two little people, especially me. I was the youngest in the family, and even though I was very shy, I managed to get up enough courage to sit on Santa’s knee at one of the big department stores in town and tell him what I wanted for Christmas. Of course, there was no doubt in my little mind that he would deliver just as he promised.

Like other children, I too had been told of Santa’s amazing journey around the world bringing candy canes, toys, and special presents to “good boys and girls.” And since I had been a good boy … well … at least most the time, certainly Santa would remember me! Right?

And … indeed he did, even though he didn’t come exactly the way I had expected. You see, our family lived in the South and there was no snow or at least very little. That’s probably why I didn’t see any reindeer or a sleigh.

I did hear him though. One late night on Christmas Eve he arrived. He didn’t come down our chimney, but his arrival was just as exciting. With my heart in my throat and eyes as big as saucers, I could hear the sound of heavy boots coming up our basement steps. Suddenly with a “HO, HO, HO,” the our basement door opened and there he was … the man in red with the white flowing beard. And me … I was electrified … unable to move.

It was fantastic … unbelievable, but true! Santa had come! I was not forgotten!

Memories. How special. As my mind wanders back across the years to that time when childhood dreams and fantasies came true, I find myself wishing that I could go back to those good old days, that I could be a child again, exploring once again that place of innocence where imagination and reality were one in the same.

Is it possible? Can we go back? Could we become children again?

We may not be able to erase the years, but the child within is still there, and when given the freedom, is ready to make every holiday a celebration and each day a grand adventure.

Note: Daryl Meyers, Chaplain and Community Relations Director at Platte Valley Medical Center in Brighton, Colorado and his wife Kerstin were the hospital Santa and Mrs. Clause for over 20 years, a role apparently passed on by former family Santas,.

United Community Methodist Church Annual Two Day Holiday Bake Sale and Craft Offerings

United Community Methodist Church held it’s annual holiday bake sale and craft offering. Also served were breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings.

The food is always outstanding and this year was no exception. Many local craft vendors were available offering items for the holiday season. The baked goods are wonderful but I do suspect there are a few calories in them!

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MCC 2015 Student Ambassadors

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FORT MORGAN, CO. 11/17/15. Morgan Community College (MCC) announces their Student Ambassadors for the seventh year: Amber Gentz, Ariana Calvillo, Dillon Donaghy, Lindsey Nestor, and Vanessa Cervantes.

“This year we have a great group of high school students to be our ambassadors. These students act as a liaison between their peers and MCC. They also attend events for MCC and give presentations to high school and community groups about attending MCC,” explains MCC’s Admissions Director Kim Maxwell.

Amber Gentz is a senior at Brush High School. She is enrolled in the second year of the Health Science Technology (HST) program as concurrent enrollment. She is a member of Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) and a Student Government Representative. Gentz plans to continue at MCC after high school in the Nursing program.

Ariana Calvillo is also a senior at Brush High School and is a second year student in the HST program. Ariana is a Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) member at her school. She too plans to continue her education at MCC after graduation and has a goal to become a neonatal nurse.

Dillon Donaghy is a senior at Wiggins High school. He is also a second year student of the HST program, and is the HOSA chapter president. Donaghy competed in three events at the HOSA state competition last year. Additionally, he has been class president at WHS for four years, an active member and currently president of the school’s National Honor Society. Donaghy has also been involved in seven plays at WHS, has been a member of the History club and placed third at the state competition last year with the group. He has participated in football, wrestling and track all four years, attending the state tournament in football for two years and the state meet in track for one year. Donaghy is planning to attend CSU next fall.

Lindsey Nestor is a senior at Fort Morgan High School and is a second year MCC ambassador. She too is a second year student in the HST program. Nestor is senior class president at her high school and vice president of HOSA. She is a proud member of National Honor Society and Student Senate. Nestor has played basketball for four years, been the football manager for two years, and participated in track one year. She intends to attend CSU to study biomedical engineering.

Vanessa Cervantes is also a senior at Fort Morgan High School and a second year ambassador. She is looking forward to completing college to become a trauma surgeon.

High Plains Bank is hosting a Holiday Food Drive.

Please bring your donations of non-perishable and canned food items to High Plains Bank.

Donations accepted Nov. 27 - Dec. 21.

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Weld County Commissioner Barb Kirkmeyer Announces

Weld County Commissioner Barb Kirkmeyer announced she will be running for reelection next year for Weld County Commissioner Representing District 3 at the South Weld Republican Breakfast in Fort Lupton. She was congratulated by all in attendance.

Morgan County 4-H I Dare You Leadership Award Recipients Names

Trevor Gerken, Emma Mortensen, and Amanda Sears were awarded the national I DARE YOU LEADERSHIP AWARD in recognition of personal integrity, balanced living, and potential for leadership based on their contributions to the 4-H program over their entire 4-H careers. The honor was presented at the Morgan County 4-H Achievement Program Sunday night.

The I DARE YOU LEADERSHIP AWARD is made available each year by the American Youth Foundation in cooperation with 4-H leaders and County Agents across the country.

The award was first offered in 1941 by William H. Danforth, who dared young people to achieve their highest potential and to influence others through lives of service. The award takes its name from the book, “I Dare You”, written by Mr. Danforth, in which he commends the balanced life of mental, physical, social and spiritual development as the backbone of leadership.

Gerken, Mortensen and Sears all received a copy of Mr. Danforth’s inspirational book, “I Dare You” and an opportunity to compete for a scholarship to attend a two week National Leadership Conference, sponsored by the American Youth Foundation.

Trevor Gerken is the son of Derek and Elise Gerken of Fort Morgan. He is a 13 year 4-H member in the Explorers 4-H Club. He has completed projects in cath-it rabbit, market rabbit, catch-it chickens, market poultry, catch-it goat, market goat, market sheep, catch-it dairy, catch-it calf, market beef, gardening and leadership. His 4-H projects have been selected to represent Morgan County at the Colorado State Fair. Gerken has served as a 4-H club and county officer. He served as a Morgan County 4-H Senator and represented Recognized for their outstanding Morgan County at state 4-H events such as Leadership 4-H career and contributions to Development Conference and State 4-H Conference. the 4-H program were I Dare You award winners, Amanda Sears; Gerken represented Morgan County and Colorado 4-H not pictured Trevor Gerken and at Citizenship … Washington Focus. He is a freshman student at University of Colorado in Colorado Springs.

Emma Mortensen.

Emma Mortensen is the daughter of Brad and Cristi Mortensen of Brush. She is an eleven year 4-H member and belongs to Valley View Ag 4-H Club. Her project interests have been in clothing, market swine, market goat, market sheep, breeding beef and market beef. Mortensen has had her 4-H projects selected to represent Morgan County at the Colorado State Fair. She has also shown livestock at both the Colorado State Fair and the National Western Stock Show. Mortensen has been active in a leadership role in her 4-H club serving as a club officer. She has also participated in several activities to increase her knowledge in livestock such as the beef, sheep and swine seminars. Mortensen participated in livestock judging, creative cooks, and Youth Fest. Mortensen received her club’s pacesetter award because of her enthusiasm and serving as a great role model for other 4-H members in the club. She has also received numerous record book awards.

Mortensen is currently serving as the Colorado FFA President.

Amanda Sears is the daughter of Tom and Christine Sears of Wiggins. She is a ten year 4-H member and belongs to Wiggins Cornerstone 4-H Club. Her project interests have been in creative clothing, veterinary science, breeding and market beef, market goat and market swine. Sears helped to start a new 4-H club, Wiggins Cornerstone 4-H Club and has served in several club officer leadership roles within that club. Sears represented Morgan County at the state demonstration contest several times and in 2014 won the state demonstration contest and received a trip to attend Western 4-H Roundup in 2015.

Sears has won the Fair Book cover contest for three years with her drawings appearing on the Fair Book cover. She is a freshman at Morgan Community College.

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You Made It Right

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On my way home from early morning Men’s Bible Study, I was playing the Oldies station here in Denver and one of my favorite songs by the Ozark Mountain Daredevils came on the radio. It is called: “You Made It Right.”

The sun had just come up, the sky was a beautiful deep blue, the mountains had snow on them, two hawks were circling overhead, and I was singing at the top of my voice along with the chorus: “Thank you Lord, you made it right. You made it right.”

The song is a thank song for the moon out our windows, the sun in our doorways, the mountains, the sky, a person who love us, stars to find our way back home, rain in the morning, the good things, the light, and that new star on the horizon that nearly fills the sky....thank you Lord. You made it right.

You don’t have to be a rocket scientist or a seminary trained theologian to just look around and see what God has blessed you with. Yes, people will try to tell you it is just Mother Nature, that science can explain why it snows and why the sky is blue. They will tell you it all comes from that amoeba that climbed out of the primordial ooze. But, ask them about love and grace, and they cannot come up with an explanation that is worth anything.

I can’t explain all those things in the song, but I can know what God has blessed me with just by opening up my eyes, my ears...and my soul. So let’s today, just keep it simple. You don’t even have to make a list.

Just simply say “Thank you Lord....you made it right!”

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2015 Festival of Trees at Union Colony Civic Center in Greeley

Celebrate the holidays in a winter wonderland of beautifully decorated trees as Greeley’s Union Colony Civic Center plays host to the twenty-eighth annual Festival of Trees scheduled for November 27 through December 5. While strolling through magnificent yuletide displays, you’ll be serenaded by the joyous sounds of Christmas choirs and merry musicians.

Additional activities include: Visits from Santa & Mrs. Claus Horse & carriage rides (weather permitting) Kids’ activities Door prize drawings A silent auction Kream of the Krop’s Jingle Bell Jam Whoville Holiday (Sold out!)

Sip & Shop Ladies Night Out Silver Bells Social Teddy Bear Bash Admission to the festival is $1.50 for children 1-12 years & seniors 60+ and $2.50 for adults. There is an additional charge and limited tickets available for Sip & Shop, Silver Bells Social, and Teddy Bear Bash. Tickets can be purchased from the Union Colony Civic Center box office, 701 10th Avenue or by calling 970.356.5000. For a complete schedule of public hours, events and activities visit www.greeleyfestivaloftrees.com. All proceeds benefit the Union Colony Civic Center and the Greeley Philharmonic Guild.

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Weld Central FFA Senior, Wade Wilcox takes First Place in FFA Extemporaneous Speaking Contest

Current Weld Central senior, Wade Wilcox, took first place at the FFA Extemporaneous Speaking Contest last Wednesday on November 18 in Weldona, Co. In the Extemporaneous Public Speaking CDE, participants are given 30 minutes to deliver a speech on one of three assigned agricultural topics. Students must learn to think on their feet and develop an argument quickly and persuasively. Wade will be the only male student in the district that will attending the state competition in June in Sterling, Co. Congratulations Wade!

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Weldon Valley News

Pat and Don Wickstrom Wickstrom celebrated with an early family Thanksgiving get together at their home. Those that were able to attend were: Sheri, Don, Kolton, and Kiara, Kembel; Karl, Morgan, and Kinley Kembel; Norma, George, and Jeremiah Saiter all of Fort Morgan; Karisa and Alan Mason from Prospect Valley; Cary, Tara, Todd, and Brenda Wickstom, Alison and Jaxon Volgamore from Orchard; Sheryl, Megan and Collon LaVelle from Parker; Lexi Bristow from Hillrose; Larry and Cindy Bristow from Watkins. There was an abundance of good food and conversation.

The Bronco game and a tea party were part of the entertainment also. Pat and Don will be leaving to their winter home in Goodyear, Arizona soon.

It was a fun filled week for Gertie Chapin when she visited in Sherwood and Beaverton, Oregon this past week. She spent time with Leianne and Carter Stinton and Carlee, Dan, Kane and Palmer Bolthouse. They celebrated Kane’s third birthday at Home Depot where each of the little guests created a wooden projects to take home and enjoyed treats. During the week they visited with Julia Chapin in Canby Oregon. It was a fun tour for to the Portland Zoo and the Children’s Museum for the three families.

Noelle Chapin celebrated her second birthday with her friends at a Tutu and Tea party hosted by her parents, Meredith and Cole Chapin.

It was a full house when the Weldon Valley Student Council and the Cafeteria Staff hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for area senior citizens and veterans. They were greeted and served the meal by the students. Following the bountiful meal the students honored the veterans with a tribute of thanks and a gift for their service. It was a joyful time.

The Presbyterian Women’s Bible Study met at the church in Goodrich. The meeting was opened with all present repeating the PW Purpose. Joan Lambert shared devotion entitled, “Freedom of Religion”. Roll call was answered with each member recalling their “Star” word. Cards of cheer were sent to community members. Plans were discussed for the “Hanging of the Greens” and the Christmas reception with the candy and cookie exchange.

Sammie Covelli led the Bible Study from the “Confessing the Beatitudes”. “Greatly Honored Are Those Who Have Been Persecuted for the Sake of Justice!” was the lesson of the day using scripture from Matthew and Romans.

The meeting was closed with prayer. The group enjoyed refreshment and continue the discussion. Those present were: Sammie Covelli, Susan Kammerer, Joan Lambert, Carol Babar, Donna Herman, Antonienette Podico, Joy Wilson and Gertie Chapin.

Church chat: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Weldon has mass each Sunday at 7:00 a.m., with Father Frank Garcia. On Sunday, The men of the Knights of Columbus will be serving breakfast after mass on the second Sunday each month.

The Weldon Valley Presbyterian in Goodrich has Christian education and worship at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. Pastor Donna Herman joined the congregation this Sunday. She will serve through January 3. She is available at anytime for the need of the congregation/ community. She may be contacted at 970-282-9486 or 970-396-1643.

Upcoming events at the church include the “Hanging of the Greens” on November 30th.

School scoop: The PTO is encouraging all too save box tops and soup labels. Each box top raises money for the school. Save your box tops!

4-H: The annual Achievement and Appreciation night was held on Sunday evening in the school cafeteria. The evening opened with a welcome. All members introduced their family and guests. The 4-H pledge was repeated. A bountiful dinner followed the invocation. Leader Kathy Wood and Lucinda Filter presented award to members for their achievement during the year. With their awards each member also received a cup with the message, “Half Full or Half Empty”. Members receiving five year membership pins were Nicole Doll, Kenndra Filter, Drew Knapp and Kandice Knapp. Kendra Sutter was awarded her one year pin. Awards and sponsors from the County Fair were announced: Catch-it Sponsors-Dairy: Levi Hawkins, WTC Feeds and Pioneer Seeds; Sheep: Kenndra Filter-Charles Columbia, Heupel Farms; Swine: Sateen Keller & Westen Filter-Fort Morgan Young Farmers; Rabbit: Aulden Covelli- Premier Farm Credit.

Awards and sponsors-Dairy: Jasmyn Thompson, Grand Champion Dairy, Dairy Specialist and Colorado Dairy Youth Foundation Award; Beef: Britney Filter, Colorado Beef Council, Angus Pride; Goat: Kenndra Filter, 6th place Carcass contest; Ranch Horse: Kirsten Wood, Grand Champion, Tracy and Craig Carr; Western Horse: Kirsten WoodReserve Grand Champion Western, Randy and Jackie Danielsen and Sateen Keller, Jr. Grand Champion, Gould Ranch Cattle Co; Gymkhana Horse: Kirsten Wood, Sr. Reserve Grand champion, Finegan Cattle Co. President Kirsten Wood conducted the business. All officers presented reports.

The 4-H After School Program will be on November 19. The 2015-2016 membership year enrollment can be conducted on-line. The information from the County Newsletter was reviewed. The annual Christmas party was set for December 6.

The members will participate in the Operation Christmas Box and enjoy a gift exchange. The new officers were installed by leader Wood.

For information about the WV Club contact leader Kathy Wood Calendar of Activities: Wednesday, November 18, FFA Creed Speaking Contest. Thursday, November 19, junior high basketball; 4-H After-School program.

Wednesday & Thursday November 25, 26, no school.

Thought for the day: “Home is the place where character is built, where sacrifices to contribute to the happiness of others are made, and where love has taken up its abode.” Elijah Kellogg

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National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month

— Obituaries — Wilma L. Turner

Wilma L.Turner, (Renee) as everyone knew her went home to be with the Lord on October 2, 2015 surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her two sons, Larry Don Brookshire, Kelly Joe Turner and a grandson, James Lee Jaramillo. Throughout her life she worked hard and played hard, always keeping her children close by her to share in her love of water skiing, camping and being outdoors. She had 5 children, 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, who loved and admired her dearly. We Love and miss you!

Kenneth Barney Kenneth Barney went to be with the Lord on Nov. 8, 2015. Kenneth was born July 9, 1924, to Elmer and Wyonda Barney near Buffalo, Kan. Their family moved to Keenesburg when Kenneth was 10, where Kenneth graduated from high school in 1942. Kenneth married his wife, Edwyne Luhrs, in Fort Morgan in 1946. Kenneth owned and operated Barney’s Conoco in Keenesburg for 40 years. Kenneth appreciated and enjoyed his years in business and enjoyed the many friends and customers who were part of running a small business in their community.

Kenneth was a member of the Keenesburg United Methodist Church, the Keenesburg Volunteer Fire Department and the Keenesburg Chamber of Commerce. Kenneth and his wife Edwyne enjoyed their retirement and years of leisure and travel. Kenneth suffered from severe Alzheimer’s during his last four years and passed away at Gray Cara in Keenesburg. His family appreciated the kind staff of Gray Cara who helped make his life as peaceful as possible during his last years. During his retirement years Kenneth also wrote a weekly column in the Keene Valley Sun and was a very positive and helpful member of his community.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Edwyne (Eddie); three sons, Gerald (Pam) of Kirkland, Wash., Dean (Jeanne) of Asheboro, N.C., and Ted (Kati) of Grapevine, Texas; daughter-in-law, Janice Barney of Chicago; and 12 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Steve Barney; sister, Leota Rock; and his brother, Leonard Barney.

A memorial service was held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday Nov. 12, 2015, at the Keenesburg United Methodist Church. A lunch will be served after the service. Any memorial gifts may be made to the Keenesburg United Methodist church or the Keene Family Clinic in Keenesburg, Colo. Arrangements have been entrusted to Northern Colorado Crematory.

By Kelly Walker, Regional Director, Northeast Colorado In 1983, President Ronald Reagan, who was later diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease himself, designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. President Bill Clinton named the week of Thanksgiving as a time to honor caregivers in 1997, and that has expanded to National Family Caregivers Month, which occurs the November of each year.

5.3 million Americans are currently living with this deadly disease and it is estimated that 65,000 Coloradoans have it. Over 234,000 people are providing care to those with the disease, often doing so unpaid. In 2014 alone, these caregivers gave $3.2 billion worth of unpaid care. This disease impacts more than just the person with it. Often, caregivers must quit their jobs or move to different cities or states because eventually, Alzheimer’s disease requires someone must receive around-the-clock care. It is certainly a labor of love with a price tag. Due to caregiving, our system sees an increase in the costs to provide healthcare to caregivers themselves, estimating an additional $128 million incurred because of lack of self-care.

As an organization founded by caregivers, the Alzheimer’s Association spent the month of November applauding caregivers and hopes to make their efforts a little easier year round with innovative resources that have been designed specifically with families in mind.

The Colorado Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association has an office in Greeley that provides educational and support services to caregivers in all of Weld County. We recognize that caregiving can be exhausting, but we also realize that a savvy and happy caregiver is the best kind. Putting effort into learning about the disease, acquiring caregiving techniques, and taking an emotional break will all make for better caregiving. Anyone interested in learning more about providing exceptional care to someone with dementia is welcome to attend the Living with Alzheimer’s classes held this winter. These classes are free and open to the public. They all are held at the Alzheimer’s Association – 918 13th Street Suite 1 in Greeley, CO. Living with Alzheimer’s: For People with Early Stage Alzheimer’s and Care Partners

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Morgan County 4-H Achievement Night Held

Morgan County 4-H members were recognized for their accomplishments throughout 2015 at the Morgan County Achievement Night Sunday at the Mark Arndt Event Center at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Brush.

2015 Morgan County 4-H Council President, Wade Hofmeister, welcomed the guests and served as the emcee for the evening. 2015 officers were introduced and recognized. They were Wade Hofmeister, President; Connor Wood, Vice-President; Kandice Knapp, Secretary; Burgandy Larrick, Treasurer; Mackenzie Powell, Reporter; and Senators, Makenna Carlock, Trevor Gerken, and Wade Hofmeister. Hofmeister served as District I 4-H VicePresident from June, 2014 – June, 2015.

M a r l i n Eisenach, Livestock Extension Agent recognized the youth that passed the Horse Levels and thanked Tom and Peggy Roark for their help with open riding and the Morgan County 4-H Council Office Team for 2015-2016 are (front, left to right): Cora Rhode, Adrianna Miller, Makenna Carlock, Burgandy Larrick horse program.

Passing Level I and Raelynn Carlock. Back row are: Luke Rhode, Caden Callaway and Wade Hofmeister.

Western were Rebecca Boone, Karrie Mellott, and Kendra Sutter. Passing Level I English were Rebecca Boone, Kirstin Dahl, Morgan Hackett, Sateen Keller, Rozilyn Bell, and Jordan Uhrig. Passing Level II Western were Austin Curtis, Kirstin Dahl, Sateen Keller, Faye Klenda and Jordan Uhrig.

Passing Level II English was Sateen Keller. Passing Level II Ranch Horse were Austin Curtis and Fay Klenda. Passing Level III in Western and Ranch Horse was Emily Dahle.

Eisenach talked about the 4-H livestock judging program. The 4-H judging program teaches youth decision-making and communication skills. Youth were encouraged to continue their hard work in the 4-H judging programs. Morgan County youth participated in three judging programs in 2015; dairy, consumer choices, and livestock judging.

Eisenach thanked his coaches, Dan and Susan Kendrick, for their work with the livestock judging youth. Judgers were: seniors; Courtney Griffith and Jordan Kendrick. Ju-

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niors judging were: Garrett Kalous, Kelsey Kalous, Bryce Kendrick, Drew Knapp, Braden Mortensen, Madison Sneddon, Makenna Sneddon, Gillian Steffen and Amelia Vickers.

Wade Hofmeister participated in dairy judging.

Janice Dixon, County Director and 4-H Agent, recognized the youth competing in consumer choices judging. They were Makenna Carlock, Burgandy Larrick, Adrianna Miller, and Mickayla Zink.

Dixon also recognized the club winning the Best Records Award. This is given to the 4-H club whose members receive the most outstanding record book awards in the 4-H interview judging area at the Morgan County Fair. There was a tie in 2015. The winners were Snyder Pioneers and the Weldon Valley 4-H Club. They receive a traveling trophy sponsored by John and Sue Aggson.

Dean Nichols from Premier Farm Credit, recognized thirty-two members as Pacesetters for 2015. Premier Farm Credit sponsors this award.

Janice Dixon presented the club awards. 4-H clubs receive the 4-H Certificate of Accomplishment if 75% of their members completed one project in which they were enrolled in during 2015. The clubs receiving this honor are Explorers, Golden Clover, Snyder Pioneers, Valley View Ag, and Wiggins Cornerstone. Clubs whose entire membership completed all of their projects receive a gold seal. They were Beetdiggers FIRST, Bijou Go-Getters, Cowpokes and Cactus, Lads n Lassies, Long Meadow, Morgan Sandburs, Open Range, Sunshine, Travelers, Weldon Valley, Wildcat, and Winning Edge. Dixon also recognized all the 4-H clubs for their community service work or citizenship projects throughout the year to help and benefit the community. Each club received a certificate for its efforts.

Clubs receiving gold, silver and bronze achievement awards were also honored. Gold award winners were: Bijou Go-Getters, Explorers, Golden Clover, Lads n Lassies, Long Meadow, Morgan Sandburs, Snyder Pioneers, Valley View Ag, Weldon Valley, and Winning Edge. Receiving a silver award was Wiggins Cornerstone. Bronze award winners were Beetdiggers FIRST, Cowpokes n Cactus, Open Range, Sunshine, Travelers and Wildcat.

Janice Dixon, 4-H/Youth Agent recognized junior leaders for their work this past year.

Enrolled in junior leadership were Jonathan Cable and Wade Hofmeister.

Outstanding 4-H leaders nominated in 2015 were Bruce Bass, Deb Carlock, Ray Carlock, Tracy Donaghy, Janet Larrick and Kathy Wood.

Ray Carlock, Chair of the Morgan County Leaders Advisory Committee recognized the top youth participating in fundraisers in 2015. They were: Skylar Gregersen, Jarret Haubert, and Micah Goodman for butter braids; and Jared Wacker, Kandice Knapp and Arek Wulf for peaches.

Morgan County Farm Bureau honored junior 4-H members for their records. Kurt Heupel presented the youth with certificates for their outstanding record keeping.

State Fair Grand Champions were recognized. 2015 grand champions at the Colorado State Fair were Kirsten Wood, artistic clothing; Caleb Christensen, robotics; Wade Hofmeister, power of wind and wildlife, Taryn McMinn, foods; Jonathan Eggleston, bicycle; Delaney Draegert, home environment; and Westen Filter, electricity. Grand Champion contest winners were Mickayla Klimper, demonstrations; Kami Sweenie, National 4-H Air Rifle Shooting Sports Qualifier; and Lane Goodman, National 4-H Muzzleloading Shooting Sports Qualifier.

Wade Hofmeister shared his experiences at National 4-H Conference while Amanda Sears talked about her trip to Western 4-H Roundup. A participant at National 4-H Congress, Cora Rhode talked about her experiences at this event. 2015 National 4-H Shooting Sports Contest participant, Adam Dahle talked about his competition and Burgandy Larrick shared what it was like to work as a teen clerk at State Fair. Makenna Carlock shared her experiences as a workshop participant and judging at State 4-H Conference.

Destiny McMinn shared some of her experiences at Citizenship … Washington Focus.

Mackenzie Powell also attended. Powell talked about her 4-H Exchange trip to Wisconsin and Courtney Griffith shared her experiences in the 4-H Exchange trip to Missouri.

Janice Dixon recognized Trevor Gerken, Emma Mortensen and Amanda Sears for all their hard work and accomplishments throughout their 4-H career. They received the 2015 “I Dare You Award”.

At the end of the program, Cyndi Hofmeister recognized Morgan County 4-H Council representatives. Hofmeister then installed the new officers. 2014-2015 Morgan County 4-H Council Officer team includes Makenna Carlock, President; Adrianna Miller, VicePresident; Burgandy Larrick, Secretary; Raelynn Carlock, Treasurer; and Wade Hofmeister, Reporter. Caden Callaway, Adrianna Miller, Cora Rhode, and Luke Rhode will serve as senators. Ray and Deb Carlock, Cyndi Hofmeister, Janet Larrick and Jennifer Rhode will serve as Leader Advisors in 2016.

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Morgan County 4-H Members Set the Pace in their Clubs

Thirty-two 4-H Pacesetters were recognized at the 4-H Achievement Night on Sunday evening. They received t-shirts from Premier Farm Credit, the sponsor of the Pacesetter program. Dean Nichols of Premier Farm Credit made the presentations to the youth. 4-H members were nominated by their individual club for being an outstanding member in 2015 and demonstrating excellence in leadership, cooperation and enthusiasm.

A eight year 4-H member in Bijou Go-Getters, Cora Rhode is their 2015 pacesetter.

She excels in all her projects of scrapbooking, photography, clothing construction, artistic clothing and home environment. She attended National 4-H Congress because of her grand champion project at the Colorado State Fair. Rhode has been a leader in her 4-H club and a senator for M o r g a n County 4-H Council.

Tessa Frasco was selected as the junior pacesetter for Bijou Go-Getter 4-H Club.

Frasco was a club officer in 2015 and has a great attitude with excellent leadership qualities.

She is a four year 4-H 4-H pacesetters for 2015 seated are: Skyler Gregersen, Micah Goodman, Zach Griffith, Amber Wolever, Aulden Covelli, Tessa Frasco, and Gillian Stef- member and fen. Pacesetters standing are: Kyndall Deal, Adrianna Miller, Ryan Clark, e x h i b i t e d Makenna Carlock, Cora Rhode, Nicole Doll, Reid Ernst, Nick Wellen, Amanda projects in Sears and Maesen Renton. Premier Farm Credit sponsors this program. market goat Connor Wood designed the 2015 shirts. and market sheep. Frasco participated in the county 4-H demonstration contest and won the Intermediate Division.

One of the Cowpokes n Cactus’s pacesetter is Maesen Renton. She is enthusiastic about 4-H. She has attended almost all meetings, fundraisers and community service projects.

She is first to volunteer for demonstrations or other club activities. Renton is a three year member and has had projects in market sheep, market swine and breeding rabbit.

Kyndall Deal is also a Cowpokes n Cactus pacesetter for 2015. She has a great attitude and has participated in club activities such as community service and fundraisers. Deal is a four year member and exhibited market goats. She has a great attendance and demonstrated great leadership skills.

A five 4-H member in Explorers 4-H Club, Noah Clough is currently the club president and nominated as one of their club pacesetters. He has a great attitude and participates in all the 4-H club activities. He excelled with his 4-H shooting sports project, which represented Morgan County at State Fair. Clough was a member of the junior air rifle and .22 shooting sports team which won several grand champions at the Colorado State Fair.

Ryan Clark is also a junior pacesetter for Explorers 4-H Club. He has a great attitude and is very excited about 4-H projects and activities. His 4-H projects have been in shooting sports, specifically .22, air rifle and shotgun. Clark was also a member of the junior award winning Morgan County team who participated in .22 and air rifle contests at the Colorado State Fair.

One of the Golden Clover’s pacesetter is Zach Griffith. He has been a 4-H member for six years. He has a great attitude and enthusiastic about his participation in 4-H. He has had 4-H projects in dairy and market swine.

Jordyn Garcia is also a Golden Clover pacesetter for 2015. Garcia has participated in shooting sports specifically archery for three years. He is enthusiastic and his projects are well done with several representing Morgan County at the Colorado State Fair. Garcia has also represented Morgan County at the Colorado State Fair in the archery competition.

Lads n Lassies 4-H selected Makenna Carlock as one of their 4-H pacesetters. She is enthusiastic about 4-H and is a great role model for other members. She has been a 4-H member for nine years and has had projects in dairy, market poultry, and veterinary science. In 2015 served as the Lads n Lassies 4-H Club President and in 2016, she will become the Morgan County 4-H Council President. Carlock has also participated in the talent festival, Creative Cooks, Investigate 4-H Night, consumer choices judging and has served as a fair superintendent.

Mikayla Klimper is a senior pacesetter for the Lads n Lassies 4-H Club in 2015. She mentored a new family to 4-H and continues to be a role model to other 4-H members.

In 2015 she had a project in veterinary science and served as the Lads n Lassies secretary.

She is an outstanding demonstrator and in 2015 won both the Morgan County demonstration contest and the State Demonstration Contest. She will receive a trip to Western 4-H Roundup in 2016 because of this achievement.

Long Meadow senior member, Reid Ernst is one of their pacesetters. He has great attendance and participation. His demonstrations are informative and he always shows respect and caring for other members in the 4-H Club. Ernst has been involved in two 4-H exchanges participating in the Montana and Wisconsin 4-H exchange programs. His project was in market beef and he has been a member for 12 years.

Chloe Palmer is an excellent example to Long Meadow’s younger members and was selected as their junior pacesetter. She always attends all club meetings and activities.

Her project was dogs which included obedience, showmanship and rally. A four year 4-H member, Palmer has excelled in dog obedience and in 2015 won the reserve grand champion dog obedience award at the Colorado State Fair. n her ninth year in 4-H, Adrianna Miller was selected as the Morgan Sandburs’ senior pacesetter because of her excellent leadership and attitude about 4-H. Miller is the club’s secretary and serving as a representative to 4-H Council where she was elected vice-president and senator. Miller has taken projects in archery, artistic clothing, cake decorating, entomology, photography, scrapbooking, woodworking and participated in consumer choices judging and the 4-H exchange.

Also a Morgan Sandburs senior pacesetter is Mickayla Zink. Zink is a 13 year member

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completed projects in cake decorating, artistic clothing and clothing construction. She gives excellent demonstrations and is always willing to volunteer. She participated in consumer choices judging in 2015.

Darylea Dory was chosen as the Open Range 2015 junior pacesetter. She has a great attitude. Her project was gardening and her exhibit did great at the Morgan County Fair.

Dory is a two year 4-H member.

Toby McDonald was selected as the senior pacesetter for the Open Range 4-H Club in 2015. McDonald has a positive attitude and always has great ideas to share at 4-H club meetings. He has been a 4-H member for three years and completed a project in foods and nutrition.

A six year 4-H member, Amber Wolever was selected as the junior pacesetter for the Snyder Pioneers 4-H Club. She worked hard on her market sheep project and shows leadership in everything she does. Wolever is the club treasurer and showed a great attitude.

Snyder Pioneers’ senior pacesetter for 2015 was Mackenzie Powell. Powell was involved in the 4-H exchange to Wisconsin and was selected to attend Citizenship … Washington Focus. In 2015 she completed a project in artistic clothing. Powell has been a 4-H member for five years.

Skylar Gregersen was selected as a junior pacesetter for the Sunshine 4-H Club. She is ready and willing to take on any task. In her second year in 4-H, she completed projects in breeding and market poultry, breeding and market goat, horse, breeding sheep and market swine.

Sunshine’s senior pacesetter for 2015 is Laura Walker. She is always willing to contribute information and share skills with other 4-H members. Walker is a great role model for younger members. She is a 13 year 4-H member and completed a project in market swine.

Kelly Spradlin, a member of the Travelers 4-H Club, is one of their 2015 junior pacesetters. She completed projects in breeding and market goats. Spradlin is a one year 4-H member.

Also a junior pacesetter selected by Travelers 4-H Club is Berlynn Wilson. Wilson is a five year 4-H member who has excelled in her projects. Her project in 2015 was visual arts.

Junior pacesetter for the Valley View Ag 4-H Club is Nick Wellen. Wellen has been in 4-H for five years and has demonstrated many leadership qualities. He is a role model and very active in the shooting sports program and exhibits market lambs and market goats. Wellen is always willing to help other 4-H members and participate in club activities.

Nominated as the senior pacesetter for Valley View Ag 4-H Club is Whitney Mount. She is always willing to participate in club activities and has a great attitude. Mount is a great role model for the younger members. She has been in 4-H for four years and completed projects in market beef.

One of Weldon Valley’s junior pacesetters in 2015 is Aulden Covelli. Covelli completed seven projects. He is always one of the first members to step forward and ask what he can do to help. His positive attitude is infectious. Covelli’s 4-H projects included breeding poultry, outdoor adventure, catch-it rabbit, FLL robotics, .22 rifle and archery. He is a second year member.

Nicole Doll is the Weldon Valley senior pacesetter for 2015. She has volunteered for numerous community service activities and helped organize fundraisers. Doll served as a reporter for her 4-H club which included designing the scrapbook. Her projects have included: artistic clothing, photography, and quilting.

A five year 4-H member, Cody Gerken was selected as a junior pacesetter for Wildcat 4-H Club. Gerken is always willing to help, has a positive attitude and participated in club activities. He has taken projects in catch-it rabbit, catch-it chicken, catch-it goat, catch-it lamb, market beef, and shotgun.

Andrew Schoemaker was nominated by Wildcat 4-H Club as a senior pacesetter.

Schoemaker is a nine year 4-H member. Schoemaker helps younger members with their projects and is an excellent role model. He completed projects in archery and shotgun. In 2015 he served as a 4-H Council representative.

Gillian Steffen has increased her participation as well as her skills. She is a six year member of Winning Edge 4-H Club and had taken market chicken, dog obedience, breeding and market goat, market swine, veterinary science 4-H projects. In 2015, she received the reserve grand champion award in dog obedience at the Colorado State Fair.

Winning Edge 4-H member, Micah Goodman is a four year 4-H member. She stepped up and led the 4-H club in the absence of the President who was preparing for college.

Goodman is very organized and continues to demonstrate excellent leadership abilities.

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Sunshine 4-H of Wiggins Organizes Care Packages for Military Chaplains

Members of the Sunshine 4-H Club, Wiggins, collected Beef Jerky, sunflower seeds, popcorn, candy and more to be donated to the Adopt-A-Chaplain program. Items will be delivered to Ann Trail of McCook, Nebraska who has been sending care packages to military chaplains for seven years. The chaplains then distribute the care packages to military personnel in their platoons.

Sunshine members are proud to participate in this important and rewarding Community Service project.

Alexis Combs, a member of Sunshine 4-H Club, and her horse, Lincoln, competed in a horse race, spanning six states, riding over 900 miles, through all kinds of weather and geographical obstacles. In late October, Alexis claimed her NATRC national title. Alexis is looking forward to participating in another race that will take place next year in northern California. The race covers 100 miles in 24 hours.

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Wiggins High School Tiger Den Theatre Presents “Meet the Creeps!”