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Deputies discover nearly 300 grams of meth after driver wrecks in Las Animas - KKTV
Deputies discover nearly 300 grams of meth after driver wrecks in Las Animas KKTV
Published on 11 August 2025 | 11:58 am
State Land Trust to auction off oil/gas leases on 2,760 acres in Huerfano and Las Animas counties - worldjournalnewspaper.com
State Land Trust to auction off oil/gas leases on 2,760 acres in Huerfano and Las Animas counties worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 7 August 2025 | 8:20 am
Las Animas County Democrats in disarray with chair discrediting candidate after embezzlement accusations - The Chronicle-News
Las Animas County Democrats in disarray with chair discrediting candidate after embezzlement accusations The Chronicle-News
Published on 6 August 2025 | 5:46 pm
Shooting in Las Animas leads to arrest, K9 sniffs out gun - La Junta Tribune-Democrat
Shooting in Las Animas leads to arrest, K9 sniffs out gun La Junta Tribune-Democrat
Published on 5 August 2025 | 10:52 pm
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA August 05, 2025 1:00 p.m. - KRTN
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION AGENDA August 05, 2025 1:00 p.m. KRTN
Published on 4 August 2025 | 8:03 pm
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, July 29, 2025 9:00 a.m. - KRTN
Published on 28 July 2025 | 7:46 pm
County fair exhibitors seeking support ahead of Saturday’s Showcase Sale - The Chronicle-News
County fair exhibitors seeking support ahead of Saturday’s Showcase Sale The Chronicle-News
Published on 23 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Las Animas braces for fallout from federal and state cuts - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Las Animas braces for fallout from federal and state cuts worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 10 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
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
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 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
Richard Joe Ybarra - 2025 - Valley Funeral & Cremation - Tribute Archive
Richard Joe Ybarra - 2025 - Valley Funeral & Cremation Tribute Archive
Published on 22 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Raymond William Lopeman Obituary | 1966 - 2025 | Las Animas, CO - Tribute Archive
Raymond William Lopeman Obituary | 1966 - 2025 | Las Animas, CO Tribute Archive
Published on 20 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Donna J. Leonetti to retire after 47 years of service - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Donna J. Leonetti to retire after 47 years of service worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 19 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
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
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
Suspected attempted ‘non-consensual drugging’ forces closure of southern Colorado event - KKTV
Suspected attempted ‘non-consensual drugging’ forces closure of southern Colorado event KKTV
Published on 8 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Alleged attempted fentanyl drugging shuts down Southern Colorado music festival - KRDO
Alleged attempted fentanyl drugging shuts down Southern Colorado music festival KRDO
Published on 8 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Immigration bluster targets area counties - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Immigration bluster targets area counties worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Awards presented at LA sports banquet - Bent County Democrat
Awards presented at LA sports banquet Bent County Democrat
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Lane earns All-State Honorable Mention honors - Bent County Democrat
Lane earns All-State Honorable Mention honors Bent County Democrat
Published on 4 June 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
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
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
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
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
Street of Souls - Santa Fe New Mexican
Street of Souls Santa Fe New Mexican
Published on 4 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Authorities charge alleged Trinidad pedophile with around 130 counts of sexual exploitation, assault of children - The Chronicle-News
Authorities charge alleged Trinidad pedophile with around 130 counts of sexual exploitation, assault of children The Chronicle-News
Published on 30 April 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
Court documents reveal Trinidad man recently arrested for having multiple peoples’ credit/debit cards, IDs, more, already on trial for firearm burglary - The Chronicle-News
Court documents reveal Trinidad man recently arrested for having multiple peoples’ credit/debit cards, IDs, more, already on trial for firearm burglary The Chronicle-News
Published on 24 April 2025 | 7:00 am
LAC commissioner slams house bills purported to ‘protect’ trans rights, calling it an ‘attack’ on parental rights - The Chronicle-News
LAC commissioner slams house bills purported to ‘protect’ trans rights, calling it an ‘attack’ on parental rights The Chronicle-News
Published on 22 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
Crews contain fire near Las Animas - KKTV
Crews contain fire near Las Animas KKTV
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, 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
Dona England Obituary (2025) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat - Legacy.com
Dona England Obituary (2025) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat Legacy.com
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
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
Athletes of the Week - Bent County Democrat
Athletes of the Week Bent County Democrat
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Trinidad man accused of homicide of 78-year-old receives new court date - The Chronicle-News
Trinidad man accused of homicide of 78-year-old receives new court date The Chronicle-News
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Drivers in Las Animas could be impacted by the US 50 lane closures starting March 10 - KOAA News 5
Drivers in Las Animas could be impacted by the US 50 lane closures starting March 10 KOAA News 5
Published on 9 March 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
Trinidad man arrested on charges of manslaughter for death of person in December 2024 - KOAA News 5
Trinidad man arrested on charges of manslaughter for death of person in December 2024 KOAA News 5
Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office looking for 39-year-old - yahoo.com
Las Animas County Sheriff’s Office looking for 39-year-old yahoo.com
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
Basketball Game Preview: Las Animas Trojans vs. Walsenburg Panthers - MaxPreps.com
Basketball Game Preview: Las Animas Trojans vs. Walsenburg Panthers MaxPreps.com
Published on 23 January 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
Years of legal battles between former DA Henry Solano and the Huerfano Commissioners may finally be over - worldjournalnewspaper.com
Years of legal battles between former DA Henry Solano and the Huerfano Commissioners may finally be over worldjournalnewspaper.com
Published on 16 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
33 endangered black-footed ferrets released in Colorado - KKTV
33 endangered black-footed ferrets released in Colorado KKTV
Published on 11 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
Region is buried by massive snowstorm - The Chronicle-News
Region is buried by massive snowstorm The Chronicle-News
Published on 12 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Winter storm socks Southern Colorado, closing I-25 SB south of Pueblo. Warnings expected through Saturday morning - Colorado Public Radio
Winter storm socks Southern Colorado, closing I-25 SB south of Pueblo. Warnings expected through Saturday morning Colorado Public Radio
Published on 7 November 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
Early unofficial election results reveal LAC still moderately Republican, Ballot Measure 2A may pass, more - The Chronicle-News
Early unofficial election results reveal LAC still moderately Republican, Ballot Measure 2A may pass, more The Chronicle-News
Published on 6 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Letter: Mayor, city are illegally blocking Las Animas project - Gilroy Dispatch
Letter: Mayor, city are illegally blocking Las Animas project Gilroy Dispatch
Published on 4 November 2024 | 8:00 am
Celebrating Janal Pixan with Kids - Yucatán Today
Celebrating Janal Pixan with Kids Yucatán Today
Published on 24 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
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, October 1, 2024 9:00 a.m. – KRTN Enchanted Air Radio - KRTN
Published on 30 September 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
35 cases dismissed: Where justice stands as sheriff fights DA's lawsuit in Huerfano County - KOAA News 5
35 cases dismissed: Where justice stands as sheriff fights DA's lawsuit in Huerfano County KOAA News 5
Published on 14 September 2024 | 7:00 am
Archie Ann Coffield Obituary - Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Archie Ann Coffield Obituary Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Published on 23 August 2024 | 7:00 am
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, August 20, 2024 9:00 a.m. – KRTN Enchanted Air Radio - KRTN
Published on 19 August 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
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
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
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
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
ALFRED TRUJILLO Obituary (2024) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat - Legacy.com
ALFRED TRUJILLO Obituary (2024) - Las Animas, CO - Bent County Democrat Legacy.com
Published on 8 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
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 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
LAS ANIMAS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS RESCHEDULED REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, July 11, 2023 – KRTN Enchanted Air Radio - KRTN
Published on 10 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: 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
Firefighters battle 10,000-acre fire in Las Animas County - The Denver Post
Firefighters battle 10,000-acre fire in Las Animas County The Denver Post
Published on 23 May 2020 | 7:00 am