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While living in Southwest Oklahoma, we came across a story that never let go of me. We read the available books to our kids and shared with them this remarkable story and now it is time to share what I have compiled with you. Two boys. Ages 9 and 6. Riding alone from Oklahoma to…
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Sallie Clark Appointed as State Director, Colorado Rural Development Sallie Clark serves as the State Director for Rural Development in Colorado. Most recently, Sallie served as the Senior Advisor for Government & Military Engagement in the Mayor’s Office of Community Affairs at the City of Colorado Springs, overseeing public policy, military engagement and the Sister…
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EATON, CO—The Office of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert (CO-04) has officially opened the application process for Class of 2030 nominations to a U.S. Service Academy. “Last year I had the privilege of nominating 12 of the Third District’s best and brightest to the U.S. Service Academies,” stated Congresswoman Boebert. “These patriotic young men and women who care deeply about the future…
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While living in Southwest Oklahoma, we came across a story that never let go of me. We read the available books to our kids and shared with them this remarkable story and now it is time to share what I have compiled with you. Two boys. Ages 9 and 6. Riding alone from Oklahoma to…
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Konkel’s Journalism Style and Linguistic Quirks Sam Konkel was not just a newspaper editor—he was a storyteller, historian, and chronicler of his time. As editor of The Boston World and later The Springfield Herald, he provided more than just news; he delivered a rich narrative of frontier life, regional politics, and the evolving American landscape.…
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The Springfield Herald Years – A Newspaper for the People A New Era for the Springfield Herald In July 1913, Sam Konkel took ownership of the Springfield Herald, marking the beginning of a transformative period for the only surviving newspaper in Baca County. For Konkel, this was more than just a business venture—it was a…
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Konkel’s Clever Wagon Fix: The 1910 Farm Hack That Went Viral In today’s world, viral content spreads through social media, but in 1910, the power of print media was just as effective—especially in agricultural communities that relied on newspapers for the latest farming tips. Sam Konkel, a frequent contributor to Missouri Valley Farmer, shared his…
