Author: Courier Staff
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Pekron to swim at Nebraska-Kearney
Kensley Pekron, a 2026 graduate of Merit Academy, has committed to continue her athletic and academic career at the University of Nebraska-Kearney, where she will compete on the varsity swim team as a distance and mid-distance swimmer. Pekron has been a member of Peak Swim Team, Teller County’s local USA Club swim team, for several…
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Courier letters to the editor
The price at the pump: A response Gasoline prices have temporarily risen due to the war in Iran, but the author, in his March 25 letter to the editor, omits the fact that gas prices under Biden were also very high. Then we quickly move into our nation’s character. Based on this letter to the…
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Teller Democrats holding caucus
Teller County Democrats will hold their 2026 Caucus and Assembly on March 7. Democrats will Caucus at the historic Pikes Peak Community Center at 11122 Hwy 24 in Divide. This building is located just east of the intersection of Hwy 24 and Hwy 67 South. It is on the south side of that intersection, next…
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Courier letters to the editor for Feb. 4
Forum on home insurance There is a forum put on by a local group. It is Saturday Feb. 7 from 2-4 p.m. at the Woodland Park library This is an opportunity to ask the state insurance commissioner and others on the panel, questions about the difficult insurance situation in our area. We are in a…
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Courier news briefs for Feb. 4
Scholarship available Sheriff Jason Mikesell announced last week that County Sheriffs of Colorado, Inc. will award a $500 scholarship to a deserving Teller County student this spring. Scholarship announcements have been mailed to all high school offices in the eligible counties and to all Colorado higher education institutions. Applications are available online at www.csoc.org, or…
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Pets of the week for Feb. 4
Call at TCRAS at 719-686-7707 and set a time to meet a future friend. Hello, fellow galaxy explorers. This is Grogu. He’s been traveling with his brother long enough and is ready to join a new crew. He’s learning all about how to use the force (it’s all about the puppy eyes) to get what…
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TCRAS earns prestigious award
The Teller County Regional Animal Shelter was selected as the recipient of the inaugural Bureau of Animal Protection Exemplary Service Award. This Exemplary Service Award acknowledges TCRAS’s assistance during animal cruelty investigations and animal removals or surrenders, as well as their reliable and timely support, compassionate animal care, follow-through communication, and a demonstrated commitment to…
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Courier news briefs for Jan. 21
Go skating The ice skating rink at Meadow Wood Sports Complex is now open despite unseasonably warm temperatures. Go to the Meadow Wood website for a schedule. Farmers market gets new manager The Teller County Farmers Market Association announced that Amanda Styninger has been named it new market manager. “I’m excited to introduce myself as…
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Courier letters to the editor for Jan. 21
Baffling bison I just read about the new state laws that went into effect this year and one of them made me think that maybe the governor and legislature aren’t thinking things through. Senate Bill 053 is puzzling as it sets fees for bison hunting licenses and penalties for unlawful possession, killing or capturing a…
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Courier pets of the week for Jan. 21
Call TCRAS at (719) 686-7707 Denmark is a quiet kitty that is looking for a quiet home. He’s am a tad on the reserved side and it takes some time for him to warm up to new people. He is slowly learning that petting is ok and would love a family willing to give him…