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2018

U.S. Navy Seaman Scott E. Freeburg Graduates Basic Training

Press Release
—October 26, 2018
WESTCLIFFE Colo.

U.S. Navy Seaman Scott E. Freeburg

U.S. Navy Seaman Scott E. Freeburg graduated from Navy Basic training on October 12th at the Navy Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes (N.Chicago), Illinois.
Recruit training is eight weeks and consists of: naval customs, firefighting, physical training, basic rifle and pistol live fire (qualified sharp shooter), gas chamber qualification which simulates chemical and biological hazards and ends with an overnight Battle Stations qualification.
Scott has reported to Naval Submarine Base in New London, CT, for Basic Enlisted Submarine School for the next two months. He will stay in New London for an additional five months for STS Electronics / Sonar school before being assigned to a submarine.
Scott is a 2018 graduate of Custer County High School. He was active in Civil Air Patrol, Boy Scouts (Eagle Scout), FFA and 4H. He is the son of Dave and Janet Freeburg, and has a sister Katlyn.

2018, Custer County Kids

Bobcats Outlast the Burros 48-34

by CCSD-1 Coaching Staff

Bobcats vs Burros at South Park by Krissi Camper

In a wild offensive shootout, Custer County traveled to 10,000 feet and endured a see-saw first half to soundly defeat South Park 48-34 and earn a winning season.
The Burros took the opening kickoff and marched down the field and got on the board first but in what would be a theme for the day, the Bobcats would stop them on the 2 point conversion to make it 6-0 Burros. The Bobcats answered quickly with a 38 yard TD run by Cole Budds, Ray Perez added the 2 point conversion to make it 8-6. Continue reading Bobcats Outlast the Burros 48-34 →

2018, Custer County Kids

Bobcats Roll at Homecoming, Tailgate Party a Success

by CCSD-1 Coaching Staff
The Miami-Yoder Buffaloes came to Custer County for the annual homecoming game and left with a 72-0 loss on their record. It was a beautiful day that began with the dedication of a brand-new scoreboard which was donated by the Aught-6-Ranch.

New Scoreboard

Following the kickoff, the Bobcats stopped Miami in 3 downs and an errant snap gave CCHS the ball on the Buffaloes 30 and in a few plays, Chad Lewenkamp hit Elias Zeller on a touchdown pass that put Custer County up to stay. Lewenkamp added the extra point and it was 8-0.
A key 4th down stop by Lewenkamp and Wyatt Aldrich gave the Bobcats the ball back and, in a few plays, Cole Budds was walking into the end zone followed by 2 point conversion by Ray Perez. Continue reading Bobcats Roll at Homecoming, Tailgate Party a Success →

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WMFPD Chief on Ballot Issue 7A

WMFPD Chief on Ballot Issue 7A:
Special District Mil Levy Increase

by Fred Hernandez
On election day, November 06, 2018, less than five weeks from today, voters will find in their ballot, among the myriad of Amendments and Propositions, a Special District Measure known as Wet Mountain Fire Protection District Ballot Issue 7 A. Despite its long name the measure is quite simply a request to increase (by 2 mills) taxes for the Custer County Fire Department for collection in the calendar year of 2019.

In an interview with Fire Chief Kit Shy he outlines the very sensible rationale for the increase which comes to less than a hundred and ninety thousand dollars a year. Continue reading WMFPD Chief on Ballot Issue 7A →

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The 2018 Ballot: Our Take

by George Gramlich
Analysis and Commentary
We get a ton of people asking us about our political opinions on various subjects here at The Sentinel. This year being no exception. A lot of folks have been asking about the 2018 Colorado Statewide Election on November 6th, and what we think about the people running and the ballot issues. Let’s have at it.

Part I:    Brief Vote Summary of our State ballot issue choices.
Part II:  Custer County ballot plus some analysis and commentary
on our calls on the State ballot issues.

Part I: Brief Summary of State Ballot Issues:

Amendment V: NO. Lower Age Requirement for Members of the State Legislature
Amendment W: NO. Election Ballot Format for
Judicial Retention Elections
Amendment X: YOUR CALL.
Industrial Hemp Definition
Amendment Y: NO. Congressional Redistricting
Amendment Z: NO. Legislative Redistricting
Amendment A: YES. Prohibit Slavery and Involuntary Servitude
in All Circumstances
Amendment 73: NO. Funding for Public Schools
Amendment 74: YES. Compensation for Reduction in Fair Market Value by Government Law of Regulation (After reading this article, we are leaning toward NO.
Amendment 75: YES. Campaign Contributions
Proposition 109: YES. Authorize Bonds for Highway Projects.
(GG: This is the “Fix Our D*mn Roads” proposition. Paid for out of the General Fund, thus, no tax increase.)
Proposition 110: NO. Authorize Bonds for Highway Projects
(Huge tax increase!!!)
Proposition 111: NO. Limitations on Payday Loans
Proposition 112: NO. Increased Setback Requirement for Oil and Natural Gas Development. Continue reading The 2018 Ballot: Our Take →

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HERO BOY SAVES MOM AND SIS

HERO BOY SAVES MOM AND SIS
Two Other Boys: Good Samaritans

by Fred Hernandez

Zayden

 

It happened on the night of September 12th on Highway 96 about ten miles East of Silver Cliff, Colorado. A vehicle was traveling westbound when it went off the right side of the highway and flipped, end over end, before coming to a full stop upside down. Inside the heavily damaged vehicle a mother, who was driving, and two children in child safety seats; a boy of six and a baby girl of two, were trapped. Luckily all were wearing seat belts.
That is when our boy hero, Zayden Lazear (emphasis on age six), went into action. Somehow managing to extricate himself out of his child safety seat and its belt, Zayden also managed to get out of the crushed vehicle. He then made his way up to the highway… Continue reading HERO BOY SAVES MOM AND SIS →

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Book Review: T.L. Davis’ “Shadow Soldiers”

by George Gramlich

I met TL Davis four years ago at the Independence Day Parade in Westcliffe. He had come to observe and march with the Southern Colorado Patriots Club Second Amendment section of the parade. I didn’t know he was there until later in the day. That’s how TL operates, I found out later.
TL runs the blogspot “Christian Mercenary” (http://christianmerc.blogspot.com) where he writes perceptive comments on current politics from a clearly conservative, Christian viewpoint. He is definitely on the “prepper” side of the aisle, and like a lot of us, feels that an economic and/or political tsunami is coming soon.
After the parade, TL came over to the old Sentinel building and we had a chance to meet and have a nice chat. He told me about himself a little bit and that he was a writer and had written some books and even a play. Continue reading Book Review: T.L. Davis’ “Shadow Soldiers” →

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Representative Jim Wilson Recognized

Jim Wilson receives 2018 Healthy Communities Award

 

On Wednesday, October 3rd, Representative Jim Wilson was one of twelve state legislators recognized by Healthier Colorado as a recipient of their 2018 Healthy Communities Award. Healthier Colorado stated, “These twelve legislators planted a flag for healthy communities during the 2018 Legislative Session, coming out on top for their leadership on the most critical health issues facing communities throughout Colorado. In 2018, we saw positive bills aimed at increasing access to affordable school lunches, curbing the opioid crisis, and helping prevent suicides. We also saw troubling bills that promoted tobacco use and would have increased indoor air pollution”. All these bills and more contributed to the legislator’s scores.
Representative Wilson commented, “It is an honor to be recognized by Healthier Colorado for promoting healthy communities. It does not matter who we are or where we are from – we all want to live healthier lives. I was part of a great group of Senators and Representatives”.
Healthier Colorado works to make sure all Coloradoans have an equal chance of a healthy life. They do that by working to change policy – across party lines and with every tool possible – to connect Coloradoans with the policies that affect their health. For further information on Healthier Colorado’s 2018 agenda, check out their Legislative Scorecard.

2018

Fatal Crash South of Colorado Springs

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Press Release
Colorado State Patrol

–10/4/2018

The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a two vehicle fatal crash on northbound I-25 mile post 135.5  on October 4, 2018, at approximately 1525 hours. The crash is approximately 1 mile south of Colorado Springs.
A gray Volkswagen GTI was northbound on the I-25 on ramp from Academy Blvd. After the lane merges to one lane the Volkswagen passed another vehicle on the left. The Volkswagen traveled into the far left lane and cut off a Harley Davidson. The Harley Davidson was traveling northbound I-25 in the left lane. The driver of the motorcycle  lost control and was ejected.
The driver of the Volkswagen was identified as 34 year-old James Fritz of Littleton CO.  James was not injured in the crash and was charged with Vehicular Homicide.
The driver of the Harley Davidson was identified as 54 year-old Michael Melanson of Littleton, CO. Michael was not wearing a helmet and was pronounced deceased on-scene.
The crash remains under investigation.

–UPDATE 10/05/2018
Press release  by Colorado State Patrol  updated today, to note that Michael Melanson was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

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Local Artists To Hold Pop Up Art Show

Press Release
TAKE 3 recital featuring Lindsay Deutsch will perform at the historical Jones Theater on Sunday, October 7th at 2 p.m. as part of the InConcert: Classical Music in the Valley. Tickets may purchased through the Jones Theater.
During this classical music event, two local artists will be set-up in the adjoining Studio 2 area with their artworks for show and sale. Come by and enjoy the art before the concert, at intermission and after the concert.

Pop-Up Artists


Pattie Wall is a full-time valley resident and artist. She grew up in the front range area of Colorado. Promoting and participating in ART events is her key pastime. Making art/painting has been her way of communicating what she loves, often animals and places. Always planning, researching, creating or living ART, she thrives to explore new mediums. Her favorite medium is pastel and/or mixed mediums.

“Cleverness” by Pattie Wall

 

Jean Krueger

Jean Krueger currently divides her time between Westcliffe and Sun City, AZ. Trained as a architect, she uses design, color and composition to structure her paintings. She works in pastel, watercolor and oils. This past summer, she taught multiple classes in pastel and watercolor basics sponsored by the Sangres Art Guild.

Watercolor “Calf Roping – Florence” by Jean Krueger

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