SUNSHINE ON MY SHOULDERS…recently cost me a lot of money!

Don’t lie to me — you started singing that first line, didn’t you?The fact is, while sunshine blesses us with much-needed vitamin D, it also brings something we don’t need — harmful, damaging, cancer-causing rays.Did you know that skin cancer is the fifth leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, accounting for approximately 5% of all…

The Traveler: The Unexpected

Dear Reader, Before I tell you my story, I would like to give you a little background history. In my 20+ years of being a travel coordinator, I have always offered my clients travel insurance. Although I always offered it to my clients, I have rarely purchased it for myself. As I have gotten older,…

Against the Grainn – August 2025

Against the Grainn aims to spark thought, challenge thinking, and encourages each reader to be the best version of themselves possible. Some discussions may be mildly uncomfortable; some may be enlightening. We’ll approach each with an open mind and willingness to explore what we may not always understand, for it’s in being uncomfortable that we’ll…

In Memoriam: Georgene Lee Brnak

Georgene Lee Brnak, 89, of Keenesburg, CO passed away on July 25, 2025. She was born on December 10, 1935 to Russell and Olivia Gurtler in Denver, CO. With her parents and four siblings, Georgene moved to the farm in Hudson, CO in the fifth grade. She lived the rest of her life in Hudson…

From the Sideline – August 2024: Small-Town Heart, Big-Time Hustle

Wiggins may be a small town, but its passion for sports runs deep. From Friday night lights onthe football field to fast-paced basketball games in the gym, Wiggins Tigers athletics bring thecommunity together and showcase the pride and determination of local student-athletes. Thetown rallies behind its teams, creating a spirited environment where hard work, teamwork,…