Jheri Stelzer of Cedaredge earned honor roll distinction at the University of Kansas for the fall 2012 semester. The daughter of Kenneth Gates, Stelzer attended Cedaredge High School.

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Child advocates

At left, newly sworn Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Jill Lesperance is congratulated by 7th Judicial District Court Judge James Schum and CASA of the 7th Judicial District Montrose County volunteer coordinator Alma Buis. CASA recruits, screens, trains, and supports volunteers who represent the best interests of abused and neglected children in the courtroom and other settings. Under the direction of the presiding judge, formally trained CASA volunteers participate as independent child advocates and formalize their observations and recommendations in written reports used by the courts to assist in the complex and difficult decision-making process directly affecting the child or youth. Becoming a CASA volunteer is a powerful way for concerned citizens to make a difference in their communities. To learn more about CASA and its mission and child advocacy efforts, call 249-0337.

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Space travelers

Andrea Thomas and her son Patrick were the honored couple at the Moms and Sons Dance at Bill Heddles Recreation Center Saturday, Feb. 23. The theme was “Space ... To Infinity & Beyond.” About 25 couples, with boys ranging in age from 3 to 13, enjoyed dancing to space music provided by Chuck Gregory of Rhythm Knights. The winning couple received a $25 gift certificate from Daveto’s Restaurant in Delta. Many other prizes were given away during the evening.

Photo by Pat Sunderland Pictured left to right are Dr. John Trefny, State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education chair; Birdie Young, 2013 Faculty of the Year, Delta-Montrose Technical College; John Jones, director, Delta-Montrose Technical College; Dr. Nancy McCallin, Colorado Community College System president.Birdie Young, nursing department coordinator at Delta-Montrose Technical College (DMTC), was recently recognized by the Colorado State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education as the 2013 Faculty of the Year at DMTC. Young has been an instructor in the practical nursing program at DMTC since 2006.

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