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LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, July 29, 2025 9:00 a.m. - KRTN
Published on 28 July 2025 | 7:55 pm
Joe Brookshire Obituary - Craig, CO - Dignity Memorial
Joe Brookshire Obituary - Craig, CO Dignity Memorial
Published on 21 July 2025 | 7:00 am
One arrested for alleged first-degree attempted murder, following shooting incident in Las Animas County - The Chronicle-News
One arrested for alleged first-degree attempted murder, following shooting incident in Las Animas County The Chronicle-News
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County Treasurer bids farewell, retires after 46 years - The Chronicle-News
Las Animas County Treasurer bids farewell, retires after 46 years The Chronicle-News
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:00 am
FRPR District treasurer provides Las Animas County rail update, including full member support for train stop in Trinidad, more - The Chronicle-News
FRPR District treasurer provides Las Animas County rail update, including full member support for train stop in Trinidad, more The Chronicle-News
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County DHS director warns of potential negative consequences of Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ on rural communities, particularly LAC - The Chronicle-News
Las Animas County DHS director warns of potential negative consequences of Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ on rural communities, particularly LAC The Chronicle-News
Published on 25 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Richard Ybarra Obituary (2025) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat - Legacy.com
Richard Ybarra Obituary (2025) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat Legacy.com
Published on 25 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas man arrested for attempted murder - Bent County Democrat
Las Animas man arrested for attempted murder Bent County Democrat
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Man arrested in connection with shooting investigation in Bent County - KKTV
Man arrested in connection with shooting investigation in Bent County KKTV
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County emergency manager responds after festival shut down - KKTV
Las Animas County emergency manager responds after festival shut down KKTV
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County Emergency Manager warning about drugging after Apogaea Festival canceled - KKTV
Las Animas County Emergency Manager warning about drugging after Apogaea Festival canceled KKTV
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Organizers shut down Southern Colorado arts festival due to fentanyl-laced substances - KOAA News 5
Organizers shut down Southern Colorado arts festival due to fentanyl-laced substances KOAA News 5
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
A warrant to arrest former wrestling coach on extortion, bribery - KOAA News 5
A warrant to arrest former wrestling coach on extortion, bribery KOAA News 5
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Mock election, equipment order could signal Las Animas County improving preparedness for ballot season - The Chronicle-News
Mock election, equipment order could signal Las Animas County improving preparedness for ballot season The Chronicle-News
Published on 30 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Shirley Baublits Obituary (2025) - Rocky Ford, CO - Bellwood Ustick Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Rocky Ford - Legacy.com
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Sheriff’s office appends another alleged kidnapper in Las Animas, has extensive arrest history - La Junta Tribune-Democrat
Sheriff’s office appends another alleged kidnapper in Las Animas, has extensive arrest history La Junta Tribune-Democrat
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Beverly Kay Quarles Obituary May 16, 2025 - Lindquist Mortuary
Beverly Kay Quarles Obituary May 16, 2025 Lindquist Mortuary
Published on 16 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Las Animas deputy nabbed in child porn probe - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Former Las Animas deputy nabbed in child porn probe worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 15 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County navigates methane, roads, and repairs - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Las Animas County navigates methane, roads, and repairs worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 15 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Joe Campos Obituary (1946 - 2025) - Las Animas, CO - LA Junta Tribune - Legacy.com
Joe Campos Obituary (1946 - 2025) - Las Animas, CO - LA Junta Tribune Legacy.com
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:24 am
Man arrested in Bent County following attempted abductions - Kiowa County Press
Man arrested in Bent County following attempted abductions Kiowa County Press
Published on 10 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Authorities apprehend alleged Las Animas kidnapper after high-speed chase - The Chronicle-News
Authorities apprehend alleged Las Animas kidnapper after high-speed chase The Chronicle-News
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Rockslide closes Wet Canyon Road west of Trinidad following heavy rains - KOAA News 5
Rockslide closes Wet Canyon Road west of Trinidad following heavy rains KOAA News 5
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Street of Souls - Santa Fe New Mexican
Street of Souls Santa Fe New Mexican
Published on 4 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Senior Legacy Tree Project gifts free seedlings to graduating high school seniors in Las Animas County - The Chronicle-News
Senior Legacy Tree Project gifts free seedlings to graduating high school seniors in Las Animas County The Chronicle-News
Published on 2 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Representative Boebert takes major shot at Front Range Passenger Rail, urging DOGE to cut funding: Las Animas County had advocated for rail involvement for years - The Chronicle-News
Representative Boebert takes major shot at Front Range Passenger Rail, urging DOGE to cut funding: Las Animas County had advocated for rail involvement for years The Chronicle-News
Published on 25 April 2025 | 7:00 am
US: Helium and CO2 Plant construction permit approved by Las Animas County - energy-pedia.com
US: Helium and CO2 Plant construction permit approved by Las Animas County energy-pedia.com
Published on 22 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Growing Rural Businesses: Pioneering Hydroponics Business Plants Roots in Las Animas County - Colorado Office of Economic Development (.gov)
Growing Rural Businesses: Pioneering Hydroponics Business Plants Roots in Las Animas County Colorado Office of Economic Development (.gov)
Published on 16 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Obituary - Pace Asher Wallace - Kiowa County Press
Obituary - Pace Asher Wallace Kiowa County Press
Published on 10 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Pace Asher Wallace - 2025 - Valley Funeral & Cremation - Tribute Archive
Pace Asher Wallace - 2025 - Valley Funeral & Cremation Tribute Archive
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
2,200 acre fire east of Kim in Las Animas County 100% contained Monday - KOAA News 5
2,200 acre fire east of Kim in Las Animas County 100% contained Monday KOAA News 5
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Crews contain fire near Las Animas - KKTV
Crews contain fire near Las Animas KKTV
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Crews contain fire near Las Animas, Baca County line - KKTV
Crews contain fire near Las Animas, Baca County line KKTV
Published on 7 April 2025 | 7:00 am
WEATHER ALERT: Snow Showers; Winter Storm Warning Las Animas & Huerfano Counties - KRDO
WEATHER ALERT: Snow Showers; Winter Storm Warning Las Animas & Huerfano Counties KRDO
Published on 4 April 2025 | 7:00 am
91st Santa Fe Trail Day celebration in Las Animas April 25-27 - The Prowers Journal
91st Santa Fe Trail Day celebration in Las Animas April 25-27 The Prowers Journal
Published on 2 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas educator named Teacher of the Year - Bent County Democrat
Las Animas educator named Teacher of the Year Bent County Democrat
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Announces April Staff Mobile Office Hours - Representative Lauren Boebert | (.gov)
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert Announces April Staff Mobile Office Hours Representative Lauren Boebert | (.gov)
Published on 31 March 2025 | 7:00 am
10 Best Family Activities in Puerto Vallarta - East End Taste Magazine
10 Best Family Activities in Puerto Vallarta East End Taste Magazine
Published on 27 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Lonnie Melton Obituary (2025) - La Junta, CO - Bent County Democrat - Legacy.com
Lonnie Melton Obituary (2025) - La Junta, CO - Bent County Democrat Legacy.com
Published on 10 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Almost 2,000 acre fire near Baca and Las Animas County line 100% contained - KOAA News 5
Almost 2,000 acre fire near Baca and Las Animas County line 100% contained KOAA News 5
Published on 10 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Trinidad Council confronts stark homelessness data - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Trinidad Council confronts stark homelessness data worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Tuff Kelley Game Report: @ Las Animas - MaxPreps.com
Tuff Kelley Game Report: @ Las Animas MaxPreps.com
Published on 24 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Missing person investigation underway in Las Animas County - The Chronicle-News
Missing person investigation underway in Las Animas County The Chronicle-News
Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office looking for 39-year-old - Yahoo Home
Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office looking for 39-year-old Yahoo Home
Published on 10 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Missing man last seen in Las Animas County - KKTV
Missing man last seen in Las Animas County KKTV
Published on 7 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Limon girls basketball comes away with thrilling win over Las Animas - Colorado Preps
Limon girls basketball comes away with thrilling win over Las Animas Colorado Preps
Published on 2 February 2025 | 8:00 am
John Deatherage Obituary (2025) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat - Legacy.com
John Deatherage Obituary (2025) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat Legacy.com
Published on 17 January 2025 | 10:02 am
Sandy Hasui Obituary (2025) - Lamar, CO - Legacy.com
Sandy Hasui Obituary (2025) - Lamar, CO Legacy.com
Published on 15 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Las Animas County Commissioners say farewell to Luis Lopez II - The Chronicle-News
Las Animas County Commissioners say farewell to Luis Lopez II The Chronicle-News
Published on 10 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Mary Losey Obituary (1940 - 2024) - Rocky Ford, CO - Bent County Democrat - Legacy.com
Mary Losey Obituary (1940 - 2024) - Rocky Ford, CO - Bent County Democrat Legacy.com
Published on 21 December 2024 | 8:00 am
UPDATE: Two former deputies plead guilty in tasing incident - FOX21 News Colorado
UPDATE: Two former deputies plead guilty in tasing incident FOX21 News Colorado
Published on 17 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Basketball Recap: Syracuse Piles Up the Points Against Las Animas - MaxPreps.com
Basketball Recap: Syracuse Piles Up the Points Against Las Animas MaxPreps.com
Published on 16 December 2024 | 8:00 am
CMZoo releases 33 Black-Footed Ferrets in Las Animas - FOX21 News Colorado
CMZoo releases 33 Black-Footed Ferrets in Las Animas FOX21 News Colorado
Published on 10 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Early election results for Las Animas County - The Chronicle-News
Early election results for Las Animas County The Chronicle-News
Published on 6 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Printer error made 3 counties' mail-in ballots unscannable - KUSA.com
Printer error made 3 counties' mail-in ballots unscannable KUSA.com
Published on 29 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Robert ‘Bob’ Lucero on his upcoming candidacy, experience, goals if elected - The Chronicle-News
Robert ‘Bob’ Lucero on his upcoming candidacy, experience, goals if elected The Chronicle-News
Published on 23 October 2024 | 7:00 am
The 2024 Festival of Souls: Mérida’s Day of the Dead activities - Yucatán Today
The 2024 Festival of Souls: Mérida’s Day of the Dead activities Yucatán Today
Published on 22 October 2024 | 7:00 am
Daughter of deceased resident sues coroner - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Daughter of deceased resident sues coroner worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 10 October 2024 | 7:00 am
2024 Election: What's on the ballot and where to vote in Las Animas County - KOAA News 5
2024 Election: What's on the ballot and where to vote in Las Animas County KOAA News 5
Published on 10 October 2024 | 7:00 am
2A Boys Golf: Las Animas' Damien Baca Leads Close Individual Race at State Championship - Colorado High School Activities Association
2A Boys Golf: Las Animas' Damien Baca Leads Close Individual Race at State Championship Colorado High School Activities Association
Published on 7 October 2024 | 7:00 am
William Barks Obituary (2024) - Las Animas, CO - LA Junta Tribune - Legacy.com
William Barks Obituary (2024) - Las Animas, CO - LA Junta Tribune Legacy.com
Published on 24 September 2024 | 7:00 am
John Abdulla Obituary (1954 - 2024) - Las Animas, CO - LA Junta Tribune - Legacy.com
John Abdulla Obituary (1954 - 2024) - Las Animas, CO - LA Junta Tribune Legacy.com
Published on 17 September 2024 | 4:27 am
Developer sues Gilroy for not approving 501-unit housing proposal - Gilroy Dispatch
Developer sues Gilroy for not approving 501-unit housing proposal Gilroy Dispatch
Published on 1 August 2024 | 7:00 am
Developer claims ‘builder’s remedy’ victory for 501-unit project - Gilroy Dispatch
Developer claims ‘builder’s remedy’ victory for 501-unit project Gilroy Dispatch
Published on 18 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Motorcyclist dead following a crash on Highway 50 near Las Animas Monday - KOAA News 5
Motorcyclist dead following a crash on Highway 50 near Las Animas Monday KOAA News 5
Published on 16 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Ancient Temple and Theater Discovered in Peru - Field Museum
Ancient Temple and Theater Discovered in Peru Field Museum
Published on 10 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Colorado deputies charged with multiple crimes for 2022 tasing of grandfather - CBS News
Colorado deputies charged with multiple crimes for 2022 tasing of grandfather CBS News
Published on 8 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Former Las Animas County deputies back in court this month for tasing man in 2022 - Colorado Public Radio
Former Las Animas County deputies back in court this month for tasing man in 2022 Colorado Public Radio
Published on 8 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Criminal charges filed against deputies accused of tasing Colorado grandfather dozens of times - KKTV
Criminal charges filed against deputies accused of tasing Colorado grandfather dozens of times KKTV
Published on 8 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Fired Las Animas County deputy pleads guilty to misdemeanor after Taser used on handcuffed man - KUSA.com
Fired Las Animas County deputy pleads guilty to misdemeanor after Taser used on handcuffed man KUSA.com
Published on 8 July 2024 | 7:00 am
Two former Las Animas County Sheriff's Deputies facing criminal charges over 2022 tasing incident - KOAA News 5
Two former Las Animas County Sheriff's Deputies facing criminal charges over 2022 tasing incident KOAA News 5
Published on 8 July 2024 | 7:00 am
2024 Primary Election: What's on the ballot in Las Animas County - KOAA News 5
2024 Primary Election: What's on the ballot in Las Animas County KOAA News 5
Published on 19 June 2024 | 7:00 am
Case closed: District Attorney shares his reasoning not to file charges against Las Animas Co. coroner - KOAA News 5
Case closed: District Attorney shares his reasoning not to file charges against Las Animas Co. coroner KOAA News 5
Published on 8 May 2024 | 7:00 am
Las Animas Co. Coroner responds to accusations of improper burials after being cleared of criminal violations - KRDO
Published on 7 May 2024 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County coroner did not commit any crimes in COVID-era burials, investigation finds - KKTV
Las Animas County coroner did not commit any crimes in COVID-era burials, investigation finds KKTV
Published on 1 May 2024 | 7:00 am
Colorado rural community Las Animas fights for economic survival - CBS News
Colorado rural community Las Animas fights for economic survival CBS News
Published on 24 April 2024 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County Landowners Encouraged to Apply for EQIP WaterSmart Project Funding - Natural Resources Conservation Service (.gov)
Las Animas County Landowners Encouraged to Apply for EQIP WaterSmart Project Funding Natural Resources Conservation Service (.gov)
Published on 16 April 2024 | 7:00 am
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA April 16, 2024 3:00 p.m. - KRTN
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA April 16, 2024 3:00 p.m. KRTN
Published on 15 April 2024 | 7:00 am
Care and Share going strong in Las Animas County - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Care and Share going strong in Las Animas County worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 11 April 2024 | 7:00 am
Las Animas coroner defends himself amid recall effort, investigation - KOAA News 5
Las Animas coroner defends himself amid recall effort, investigation KOAA News 5
Published on 12 March 2024 | 7:00 am
US 50 Resurfacing and ADA Improvements in Las Animas to begin in March - Colorado Department of Transportation (.gov)
US 50 Resurfacing and ADA Improvements in Las Animas to begin in March Colorado Department of Transportation (.gov)
Published on 11 March 2024 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County reaches $1.5 million settlement with man tased in face by deputies - Colorado Public Radio
Las Animas County reaches $1.5 million settlement with man tased in face by deputies Colorado Public Radio
Published on 4 March 2024 | 8:00 am
Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office, county officials reach $1.5 million settlement for unarmed man tased in face - The Denver Post
Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office, county officials reach $1.5 million settlement for unarmed man tased in face The Denver Post
Published on 4 March 2024 | 8:00 am
Unarmed man tased by Las Animas County Sheriff's Office deputy settles for $1.5 million - KOAA News 5
Unarmed man tased by Las Animas County Sheriff's Office deputy settles for $1.5 million KOAA News 5
Published on 4 March 2024 | 8:00 am
Colorado sheriff's office settles for $1.5M in tasing lawsuit: "If the sheriff won't hold you accountable, we will" - CBS News
Published on 4 March 2024 | 8:00 am
More solar energy coming to Las Animas County - worldjournalnewspaper.com
More solar energy coming to Las Animas County worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 29 February 2024 | 8:00 am
Developer files plans for 501 housing units on Las Animas Avenue - Gilroy Dispatch
Developer files plans for 501 housing units on Las Animas Avenue Gilroy Dispatch
Published on 21 December 2023 | 8:00 am
Las Animas County Coroner accused of improper secret burials, misuse of funds - Colorado Public Radio
Las Animas County Coroner accused of improper secret burials, misuse of funds Colorado Public Radio
Published on 7 December 2023 | 8:00 am
Parking lots to remain closed at Las Animas Veterans Park, for now - Gilroy Dispatch
Parking lots to remain closed at Las Animas Veterans Park, for now Gilroy Dispatch
Published on 20 September 2023 | 7:00 am
Las Animas sheriff fires two deputies who tasered handcuffed man during traffic stop - Colorado Public Radio
Las Animas sheriff fires two deputies who tasered handcuffed man during traffic stop Colorado Public Radio
Published on 11 September 2023 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County deputies fired after tasing man in the face - FOX21 News Colorado
Las Animas County deputies fired after tasing man in the face FOX21 News Colorado
Published on 11 September 2023 | 7:00 am
Deputies involved in tasing of elderly man in Trinidad have been fired - KKTV
Deputies involved in tasing of elderly man in Trinidad have been fired KKTV
Published on 11 September 2023 | 7:00 am
Las Animas sheriff suspends lieutenant without pay amid investigations into tasing, road rage fights - Colorado Public Radio
Las Animas sheriff suspends lieutenant without pay amid investigations into tasing, road rage fights Colorado Public Radio
Published on 19 July 2023 | 7:00 am
Colorado man sues Las Animas County sheriff after being pulled from truck and tased repeatedly - Colorado Public Radio
Colorado man sues Las Animas County sheriff after being pulled from truck and tased repeatedly Colorado Public Radio
Published on 5 May 2023 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County Sheriff deputy named in excessive force lawsuit previously convicted of crimes - KRDO
Las Animas County Sheriff deputy named in excessive force lawsuit previously convicted of crimes KRDO
Published on 2 May 2023 | 7:00 am
Las Animas County: Lauren Hallmark – International Business - Colorado State University
Las Animas County: Lauren Hallmark – International Business Colorado State University
Published on 4 November 2022 | 7:00 am
Festival de las Animas: Everything you need to know - Yucatán Magazine
Festival de las Animas: Everything you need to know Yucatán Magazine
Published on 13 October 2022 | 1:27 pm
Las Animas Mayor Scott Peterson to run unopposed 2021 election - Pueblo Chieftain
Las Animas Mayor Scott Peterson to run unopposed 2021 election Pueblo Chieftain
Published on 19 August 2021 | 7:00 am
Historic 1800s Rancho Las Animas up for sale - Austin American-Statesman
Historic 1800s Rancho Las Animas up for sale Austin American-Statesman
Published on 23 March 2021 | 7:00 am
Las Animas Youth Dies in Vehicle Accident - The Prowers Journal
Las Animas Youth Dies in Vehicle Accident The Prowers Journal
Published on 9 March 2018 | 8:00 am