Special to the Herald TImesHave you ever been to the RockiesIn March or April or May?Springtime in the RockiesCan take your breath away. The beauty of the mountainsWith the sunlight on the snow,Can bring a tear to your eye,And so can the winds that blow. Lucas Turner HT Photo The[Read More…]
Tag: Guest Column
Aging computer, aging body?
I was reading a very enlightening article about old computers and when to discard them in favor of a newer, greater, sparkly desktop. The more I read, the more I was convinced that most of the article could be applied to my body as well as my computer. The first[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Solar in Northwest Colorado
While the use of solar power in northwest Colorado may be a new concept to some, solar has a long-established history. Just over the mountains in Golden, NREL – the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, was established in 1977. You may recall it as “SERI” – Solar Energy Research Institute, it’s[Read More…]
VETERANS CORNER: Veteran’s service records
Information on a veteran’s service record can be obtained by contacting: National Archives and Recortds Administration. Phone: 1-866-272-6272. Veterans Service Records: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ 4-Step Veteran Request Process: https://vetrecs.archives.gov/VeteranRequest/home.html Military Records Request Using Standard Form 180 (SF-180): http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/standard-form-180.html By WESLEY EUBANKS – Special to the Herald Times
Volunteers are the heart of HopeWest
We consider volunteers to be the “heart” of our organization for one simple reason: every day, in ways both great and small, volunteer support allows HopeWest to continue our mission of helping families in our community facing the issues of aging, illness, and grief. Volunteers give their time and energy[Read More…]
Humphrey the Camel
The joke goes: How do you sneak up on a unique camel? Answer: you “neek” up on him. How do you sneak up on a tame camel? Answer: “tame” way! Aside from the talking office camel on commercials proclaiming “Hump Day”, not too many people have pet camels. Humphrey, the[Read More…]
Resources for veterans
Attention veterans! Here are some websites with good information for veterans, family members and loved ones. Access and manage your VA benefits and healthcare: www.va.gov Find Department of Veteran Affairs facilities and services: www.usa.gov/agencies/u-s-department-of-veterans-affairs Veteran Crisis Line: 1-866-966-1020 Other resources for mental health: www.mentalhealth.va.gov Careers for veterans: vacareers.va.gov Burial allowances[Read More…]
Bovine pyroglyphics
The days of cattle barons and range wars are in the past, but cattle, sheep and brands remain. Brands are now registered statewide and are put on other livestock besides cattle. Instead of traditional branding, sheep are branded with a semi-permanent paint. Si-ro-mark sells sheep marking fluids in red, green,[Read More…]
A state budget that meets our needs
I am proud to share that the State Senate and State House just passed our annual state budget – and it is one that is balanced, supported by both parties, and most importantly, addresses some of our communities’ most pressing needs. Every year, the budget process presents an opportunity for[Read More…]
The fur-bearing trout
There has been an unconfirmed sighting of a rare fur-bearing trout this weekend at Lake Avery. This reporter accepted the story with a certain amount of skepticism. I consider all fish stories suspect unless accompanied by a catch or at least a photo of the catch. Tales of record-breaking fish[Read More…]
CNCC focuses on sustainability to better serve community
This edition marks the third month of highlighting Colorado Northwestern’s priorities identified in its 2023-28 Strategic Plan. Sustainability is this month’s priority of focus. Though we view sustainability with a broad lens, our overarching goal is to mobilize resources and regulate their use with a focus on creating a strong[Read More…]
Guest Column: ERBM spring and summer highlights
After a long winter it’s always refreshing to see our local parks come alive with outdoor activity in the spring season; whether it’s anglers on the river or at the Circle Park Pond, bikes on the trails, teams on fields, lunchtime fitness walkers, skaters at the action park, archers at[Read More…]
