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Neighborhood becomes hazmat scene due to sludge in drinking water
The tanks that hold drinking water for nearly 140 residents in the Prairie View Ranch Water District are full of sludge that is so toxic that Colorado's Water Quality Control Division has now brought in hazmat crews to dig them up and clean them out. "I don't know how else to explain how this could have happened. There are checks and balances that are supposed to be in place," said Jesse McCoppin, who lives in the district and says proper oversight has been missing for nearly 20 years, putting the health and homes of those who live in the district...
Brush High School Mikaela Thiel signs scholarship paperwork
Mikaela Thiel, a talented young athlete from Brush High School, recently signed her scholarship papers to attend SUNY Maritime College, located just outside the Bronx. Thiel will study International Transportation and Trade while playing volleyball. She chose this major because it allows her to travel and pursue a career in business and finance. The signing ceremony took place at the Brush High School on Tuesday, where family, friends, and volleyball coaches gathered to celebrate her achievement.
Arickaree sends off Class of 2024
Arickaree High School graduated six during ceremonies Saturday afternoon, May 11. Graduates chose black and gold as their class colors, along with wildflowers as their flowers. Their selected motto was “I will not fear tomorrow because I feel as though today has been enough.” – Zach Bryan.
City of Brush honors area services at Monday meeting
At the Brush City Council meeting held on Monday, the council members read several proclamations to honor services in their town. May 4 was designated International Firefighters Day to honor firefighters’ countless hours and time away from their families to take ultimate risks to serve their communities. Firefighters were recognized for their time when leaving their families and jobs to answer calls to respond to emergencies involving life, property, or environment and fight together against an enemy that can quickly destroy lives. International Firefighters Day is a time when the world’s community can recognize and honor the sacrifices that firefighters make to ensure their communities are as safe as possible and to those who have given the ultimate sacrifice of their lives to protect the safety of others.
AHS celebrates 113th Alumni Banquet
Akron High School celebrated their 113th Annual Alumni Banquet on Saturday, May 11 at the Washington County Event Center, with a great crowd of approximately 140 in attendance. The evening began with a welcome from Alumni Board President Jennifer Koch, followed by the honored guests, Class of 2024, leading the...
Brush, Fort Morgan sending athletes to state track
The track and field season will officially come to a close this weekend, as thousands of athletesfrom every corner of Colorado convene in Lakewood. The state meet, which is set to begin onThursday and run through Saturday, will take place at Jefferson County Stadium. Brush will send athletes in nine...
“Congratulations on your accomplishments” Brush High School graduates celebrate with family and friends
The Brush High School Class of 2024 officially stepped into the next phase of life on Sunday at the BHS gymnasium. It was a full house with families and friends attending the special day. Air horns and cheers filled the gymnasium as each graduate received their diploma. The class officers...
Logan County Sheriff’s Deputies make arrests for driving under the influence, flight to avoid
The following are reports from local law enforcement agencies. All defendants are presumed innocent until found guilty. At 10:22 a.m. deputies were dispatched to the 100 block of Chestnut St., in Sterling, for a hit-and-run vehicle crash. At 8:57 p.m. deputies were dispatched to the 400 block of Park Circle...
Editorial: Congratulations to the graduates and retirees
Beginning last weekend and over the course of the next couple of weekends, area high school and college graduates will mark the end of one chapter and the start of a new phase of their lives. For some faculty and staff at those schools, the ceremonies will mark the beginning of retirement.
Snake Pit BBQ voted May’s Chamber Business of the Month
Less than a year in business, and Snake Pit BBQ is making its mark on the Akron business community. Snake Pit BBQ opened its doors last July, after drawing up quite the buzz on social media. The operation teased its features leading up to the grand opening, including food, tasty treats, arcade games and bowling lanes.
Baseball Recap: Ryan Waymire leads Timnath to victory over Sterling
Timnath came tearing into Friday's match with four straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 6.8 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They came out on top against the Sterling Tigers by a score of 5-1. For Timnath, this counts as revenge for the 5-4 loss Sterling walked away with the last time they faced one another back in May of 2023.
Northeast Colorado Women’s Connection ‘May Flowers’ luncheon is May 21
Northeast Colorado Women’s Connection is hosting an “April Showers Bring May Flowers” buffet luncheon and program on Tuesday, May 21, from noon to 2 p.m. at Sterling Berean Church, 12527 County Road 37. Inspiring speaker Sandy Tinlin chooses to live life with a positive attitude. Hear her...
City of Brush celebrates Cinco de Mayo
On Saturday, the Brush Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration in downtown Brush. Vendors, food, contests, and children’s activities entertained visitors throughout the day. Entertainment was brought in from Denver, Commerce City, and Loveland. Music and dancing by Mariachi International Azteca-Lee, Mexico Lingo Dance Troupe,...
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