By Patty SheatsVA Medical Center In Keenesburg, Colorado, Josh Buchholz graduated high school with dreams that extended beyond these mountains. Motivated by a desire to leave the state and avoid college, he enlisted in the Navy taking on the role of a Navy Corpsman during America’s Global War on Terror. His mission was clear: provide…
October 5,1966 – January 24, 2026Gloria Jean (Baumgartner) Carpenter, 59, of Roggen, Colorado, passed away on January 24, 2026, at her home in Roggen. Her passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. Born on October 5, 1966, in Greeley, Colorado to Gary and Patty (Rybin) Baumgartner, Gloria…
September 4th, 1961 – February 6th, 2026Russ was born in Ida Grove, Iowa, to Roland Russell (“Bill”) Brucker and Judy L. Brucker (nee Sonksen), the second oldest of five children. During his childhood, the family lived in Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Texas, and eventually settled in Greeley, Colorado, where Russ attended Greeley West High School. A…
By Tammy WhitakerEditor, Lost Creek Sentinel As we turn the page on a new year, we are also opening a new chapter in the story of your local newspaper. Beginning this month, the Lost Creek Sentinel is proud to announce that it is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Heartland Heritage Media, a newly established…
REGISTER HERE The OPEN DOORS Leadership Development Program, presented by the Southeast Weld County Chamber, kicks off February 6 with a dynamic panel discussion exploring the realities and challenges of leadership in both rural and urban settings. The session will be led by Marc Arnusch, owner of Marc Arnusch Farms LLC, who will moderate a…
By Patty SheatsVA Medical Center With the recent passing of one of the last Navajo Code Talkers John Kinsel, Sr, we’re presented with an opportunity to reflect on the legacy and impact of the legendary group of Marines that secured unbreakable code to secure communications abroad between 1942-1945.These 400 indigenous men secured a place among…
A new U.S. Postal Service rule on how your mail is handled could affect your mail that is dependent on time-sensitive deliveries, including your tax returns, insurance claims and ballots.The rule, which went into effect on Christmas Eve, defines the meaning of a postmark, the date printed or stamped on most mailed items. In the…
By Dr. Eric Smith, DCKeenesburg ChiropracticBackbySmith.com Hello, and welcome to Keenesburg Chiropractic! The first concept one must understand about the brain and the entire nervous system, is what exactly it is trying to accomplish. In general terms, the brain acts like a satellite dish trying to access and receive 3 things: more awareness for the…
Saving money in today’s economy has become both more challenging and more important than ever. With rising costs for essentials like housing, groceries, and energy, many people are rethinking how they manage their finances. While the economic landscape may feel uncertain, practical strategies can help individuals regain control and build financial resilience. One of the…
