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YHS fund-raising auction

      Here is an updated list of auction items for the Yuma High School athletic fund-raiser set for tomorrow, February 6, at the Yuma Community Center, and later at The Club @ Indian Hills. (The latter event is sponsored by George Seward Family Farm.)
      The fun begins at 5:30 pm. at YCC, including a steak and rib dinner. The event at the club begins around 8 p.m.     Read More...

Kansas spent money for water litigation

      Kansas legislators inadvertently spent $17 million that was supposed to be kept handy for litigation on water issues, which would include its current battles with Nebraska and Colorado on the Republican River Compact.     Read More...

Mascot bill to be withdrawn

      The bill before the Colorado legislature that would require public schools getting permission from a native American group for use of "Indians" mascots is going to be withdrawn, it was learned Wednesday.     Read More...

New candidate for county sheriff

Yuma County native Mike Dickson has more than 30 years experience in law enforcement. (Courtesy Photo)    Yuma County native Mike Dickson announced earlier this week his candidacy for Yuma County Sheriff. Dickson pledged quality law enforcement featuring, "professionalism, experience, integrity, and community service to the residents of the county.”
    He will run as a Republican.     Read More...

Stults to run for third term

Dee Ann Stults has announced she will run for a third term at Yuma County Treasurer. (Courtesy Photo)    Treasurer Dee Ann Stults will be seeking a third term as Yuma County Treasurer and Public Trustee.
    Stults, a lifelong resident of Yuma County, was elected as Treasurer in 2002 and began her first term in January of 2003. Before her election as Treasurer, she worked as a clerk in the Treasurer’s Office from 1996 until her election in 2002.     Read More...

Hospital board candidates needed

    The election is not until May 4, but now is the time to consider running for the Yuma Hospital District Board of Directors.
    Potential candidates have until Friday, February 26, to submit a self-nomination and acceptance form. The forms are available from the office of John Gardner, the district's designated election official. His office is located at Yuma District Hospital and Clinics.     Read More...

Legislature looking at water fines, activating ag taxes

    The Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee took up the issue of surface water in the past week, unanimously passing a bill that could set up a $500-per-day fine for illegal surface water diversions.
    SB 10-27 is sponsored by Sen. Paula Sandoval, D-Denver and Rep. Ellen Roberts, R-Durango. The committee approved the bill unanimously on January 28 and sent it to the Senate Appropriations Committee for further action.     Read More...

Haiti efforts continue locally

      There are a few separate efforts taking place in regards to aiding those impacted by the Haiti earthquake on January 12.
    St. John's Lutheran Church Women are holding a fund-raiser for Haiti relief on Sunday, February 14.     Read More...

YC Clerk seeks input on elections

    Pursuant to C.R.S. 1-7.5-105(1.5)(b) and Secretary of State Rule 12.3.4 Yuma County Clerk and Recorder, Beverly A. Wenger is seeking written comments from residents of Yuma County whether the August 10, 2010 Primary Election should be conducted by mail ballot only.     Read More...

YHS athletics benefit auction items

Yuma Indian Fundraising Dinner and Auction, benefitting all YHS athletics, Saturday, February 6, at the Yuma Community Center. Steak and ribs dinner at 5:30 p.m., auction at 7. Silent auction beginning at 5:30 p.m.     Read More...

Newsflash

Singing Valentines
    YHS Drama will be performing Singing Valentines this year! Purchased Valentines can be delivered in the late afternoon of Friday, February 12 or during the day on Saturday Feb 13.
    Proceeds from this fund-raiser will benefit the Drama Club’s theatre trip to New York City this July. To order a Singing Valentine, please visit our booth in the YHS commons during the following home basketball games: Friday, February 5, and Tuesday, February 9. You can also leave a message for Cheyanne at 630-4122 to order your Singing Valentine.
 
Jace Rogers website
      Jace Rogers, seriously injured in a two vehicle accident north of Yuma on November 9, continues to battle his way slowly out of a coma.
      The 19 year old has been moved from Swedish Trauma Center to Craig Hospital & Rehabilitation Center. Those wanting to send something to him can send it to 3425 S. Clarkson, Englewood, 80110.
      Also, many people are keeping up with Jace's progress and his family, as well as sending notes of encouragement, through the website www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacerogers.
 

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