By Tammy WhitakerEditor – Lost Creek Sentinel There comes a point every summer when the whole town seems to move just a little slower. The Fourth of July has passed, the fireworks have faded, the potato salad has either been eaten or wisely thrown away, and “fun in the sun” has started to sound a…
By Milos KralPreClear Cybersecurity When most people imagine a cyberattack, they picture a hooded hacker furiously typing away in a dark room while streams of code fly across computer screens. The reality is often much less dramatic. In 2023, one of the largest casino companies in Las Vegas suffered a major cybersecurity incident. The surprising…
There are certain sounds that just seem to belong to summer in a small town. Kids laughing. Old friends hollering hello across a parking lot. The clink of ice in a drink on a warm afternoon. And, of course, the unmistakable rumble of a well-loved car pulling in slowly, carefully and with just enough growl…
Weld Central FFA was represented by 23 students at the Colorado FFA State Convention at CSU-Pueblo, June 1st-4th, 2026. Multiple students and teams competed, went on educational tours, and attended sessions and workshops. Congratulations to the following students for qualifying and their success! Anastyn Perez, Dawson Dever, and Garrett Hall were State Winners with their…
Summer in rural communities often brings an abundance of fresh produce and locally grown foods. Farm stands, gardens, and local markets provide fruits and vegetables harvested at the peak of freshness. These foods not only taste better but also deliver valuable nutrients that support overall health. A balanced diet built around whole foods including fruits,…
Think estate planning is only for the wealthy or elderly? Think again. If you own anything – a home, a car, a savings account, even a pet – you already have an estate plan. The only question is: Did you create it, or will your state do it for you? When someone passes away without…
A short series for Veterans and families navigating the transition to civilian life By Patty Sheats Series Note: I hear one answer more than any other when I ask Veterans what the hardest part of service was: coming home. This three part column series is meant to name what makes reintegration so heavy, offer practical…
By Lance Fleming 10 years. Last month, I celebrated 10 years of working as a real estate broker. I took some time to reminisce, pulling up the file on my first sale. I took a glance at my contacts and saw all of the people I met through the last decade, solely because of the…
By Diane BlockerDianes Travel of Keenesburg | DianesTravelCo.com Family vacations are often the highlight of the year-a chance to step away from routines, explore new places, and reconnect But one element many parents overlook is how meaningful it can be to let children have a say in where the family goes. Inviting kids into the…
By Ashleigh Sager As the final school bells ring and the weather warms up, families everywhere are transitioning into sweet, the unstructured days of summer. For many, summer is viewed as a total break from learning-a time to put the books away and hit the pause button on education. But as an early childhood educator,…
