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Penitentiary to bring jobs, wildfires burn, and the Kettles leave by car in historical tidbits

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Penitentiary to bring jobs, wildfires burn, and the Kettles leave by car in historical tidbits

110 Years Ago – 1915 Henning and Stroehlke have taken a lease on a 200-foot block of ground south of the Harriet Mineshaft and with a long surface cross-cut have cut the vein and some good-looking carbonate ore has been exposed. Big improvements are being made at the J.A. Merriam drug store in the way of a new front for the building and cement sidewalk. The improvements will add greatly to the appearance of the building. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kettl…Read Article

In Memory of Clarence Melvin Lange

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In Memory of Clarence Melvin Lange

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Mortar Men need final donation push for fireworks show

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Mortar Men need final donation push for fireworks show

For decades, the Fourth of July fireworks show for the region was always held at Lake DeWeese Reservoir. The yearly spectacular was hosted by the Wet Mountain Valley Volunteer Fire District and also served as a fundraiser. The setting was superb as the fireworks sparkled, snapped, and boomed over the lake, with the outline of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains still visible in the twilight. However, the problems with the location mounted over the ye…Read Article

New West Custer Hospital District board members hit ground running

The Board of the West Custer County Hospital District (WCCHD) swore in their newly-elected and returning members – Ron Terry, Cindy Alvarado, Shana McKellip, and Tom Shepard – at their regular meeting on May 29. Ann Barthrop, the Board’s designated election official, swore in the new Board and went over the election results, noting that over 700 Custer County citizens had voted in the May 6 election. After the swearing-in, the new Board heard re…Westcliffe · Westcliffe Read Article

Hidden Treasure Hikes: Where to Search for Lost Loot Across America

Finding a cache of gold out in the woods is every hiker’s dream — and sometimes, it comes true. In February 2025, two tourists were hiking on a hill in the Czech Republic when they stumbled upon a life-changing find. They noticed a tin can and a metal case tucked within an old manmade wall. Upon pulling them out and opening them, they discovered 15 pounds of gold objects: 598 coins, 16 cigarette cases, 10 bracelets, a comb, a chain, a key, and a…Gold · Westcliffe See the Story

In Memory of Arleen Marie Degree

Arleen Marie (Garnhart) DeGree passed away on May 21 at the age of 85. She was born on April 6, 1940, to Anna S. and Stoddard L. Garnhart of Pueblo. Her memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on June 23 at Lange Hall in Westcliffe. Internment will follow at the Assumption Cemetery following the service. All are welcome to attend. In childhood, Arleen was nicknamed “Mickey” by her beloved grandmother. The name stuck, and she became Mickey,…Westcliffe · Westcliffe Read Article

Christopher Watson Passes | Sangre de Cristo Sentinel

Obituary Christopher John Watson July 12, 1971- June 16, 2025 Christopher John Watson, age 53, of Florence, Colorado, passed away on June 16, 2025. Born July 12, 1971, Chris was a devoted spouse and father, proud grandfather, beloved son, and loyal brother whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Chris is survived by his mother, Audrey Slater, stepmother, Christine Watson; and siblings: Sean Watson, Nicole Watson, and …Westcliffe · Westcliffe Read Article

Hanme Clark Murder Trial Venue Changed to Fremont County | Sangre de Cristo Sentinel

by George Gramlich Hanme Clark, the alleged Custer County triple murderer had the venue for the trial changed to Fremont County from Custer based on a successful Motion by his defense counsel. The Motion was extensively argued against by the 11th Judicial District District Attorney Jeff Lindsey. The defense counsel argued that his defendant couldn’t get a fair trial in Custer County due to negative local, state and national publicity and the fac…Westcliffe · Westcliffe Read Article

Happy Flag Day! Almost. Leftist Violence Comes to Happy Valley | Sangre de Cristo Sentinel

Happy Flag Day! Almost. Leftist Violence Comes to Happy Valley Enraged Lib Points Pistol at Flag Day Celebrants Sentinel June 14, 2025photo by G. Gramlich by George Gramlich, News and Commentary Oh man. Last Saturday, June 14th was a wild one in Happy Valley. All kinds of events going on for families, kids, etc. The summer people were streaming in. Beautiful, warm Rocky Mountain day. National U.S. Flag Day. And then the local libs ruined it. In…Westcliffe · Westcliffe Read Article

John Emmerling Celebration of Life Planned | Sangre de Cristo Sentinel

John Emmerling was born April 25, 1946, on the East coast. He passed away on May 31, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The oldest of five children, John and his family moved to Alabama, where his father earned a master’s degree from the University of Alabama. The family then moved back to New Jersey, where his father taught school. One of his fondest memories, John enjoyed living on the East coast, working on the farm with his grandfather, picking frui…Westcliffe · Westcliffe Read Article

June 14 Custer County Kids Council’s Family Fun Day | Sangre de Cristo Sentinel

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