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…
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…
9News Article There are 19 new state laws that went into effect in Colorado on Jan. 1, 2026. Here is the list and short summary of each bill. More information can be found on the Colorado General Assembly Website.
By Diane BlockerDiane’s Travel of KeenesburgDianestravelco.com Every year, just as the holiday decorations come down and travelers begin dreaming of their next escape, the cruise industry launches its most anticipated promotional period: Wave Season. Running roughly from January through the end of March, this three‑month window has become synonymous with some of the best cruise…
Thank You Rural America Rep. Dusty A. JohnsonHouse District 63 Rural America. Down home, salt-of-the-earth, neighbor helping neighbor. We are lucky to be a part of such a tight knit community. These communities are the ones that when the football team is in the state playoffs town shuts down and there is a convoy of…
Those are the only Christmas presents Randy and I clearly remember from our childhood. I remember that purple dress because it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen. I wore it to the local spelling bee—and I won. I’ve always believed the confidence came from that dress, the only truly “special” one I…
WIGGINS: A Message from Mayor Franzen As we approach the close of another remarkable year in Wiggins, I want to take a moment to reflect on a few of our accomplishments and share my excitement for what lies ahead in 2026. This year has been a successful one for our town. In the spring, we…
November 23, 2025 – Weld Central High School freshman, Hayden Chambers, a resident of Roggen, Colorado, is headed to the bright lights of Las Vegas next week in hopes of bringing home a world championship bareback riding title. This 14-year-old isn’t nearly old enough to be allowed in any casinos, but he is tough enough…
Christmas has never worn just one face. It is a season stitched together from a thousand stories, carried across generations, cultures, and family traditions. For some, the season arrives wrapped in ribbons and glittering lights. For others, it comes quietly—like a warm memory tucked away in the heart, surfacing when the air turns crisp and…
As we honor our Veterans, there is an aspect in their care that is often overlooked: the caregivers that stand beside them. These family caregivers are crucial to the wellbeing of the aging and disabled Veteran population. The role of caregivers is so important, however fraught with challenges such as emotional strain, burnout and isolation.The…
