May 26, 2013

This week's headlines

Local Democrats gather for luncheon

About 60 Democrats gathered for the party's annual Jefferson-Jackson luncheon Saturday, April 28, at Westminster Hall in Delta. While enjoying a lunch catered by C&J's Cafe, party members heard from several candidates including Sal Pace, candidate for Congressional District 3; Mille Hamner, candidate for House District 61; and Jessica Garrow, candidate for CU regent.

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Ward Creek wildfire points to high risk

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Quick response by the Cedaredge Volunteer Fire Department kept this blaze that occurred April 11 along Ward Creek from burning more than a few hundred square yards of undergrowth.
Emergency management agencies across the Western Slope and in Delta County are worried about the high risk of wildland fire this year.

Illustrating their concern is a fire that occurred April 11 along the brushy banks of Ward Creek west of Cedaredge.

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