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Statement from the Town of Springfield Regarding the Springfield Police Officer’s Resignations. The Chief of Police and the two other officers of the Springfield Police Department have each resigned. One officer’s resignation was effective on July 13, 2022, and the Chief and other officer’s resignations are effective as of 8:00AM Saturday, July 16, 2022. These…
In interest of transparency and public trust, the Town of Springfield and the Baca County Sheriff’s Office would like to inform the public about recent events that are occurring within the Springfield Police Department and how the Board of Trustees for the Town of Springfield, the Baca County Commissioners and Baca County Sheriff Aaron Shiplett…
The Colorado Water Conservation Board (CWCB) – the state’s agency that works to conserve, develop, protect and manage Colorado’s water for present and future generations – released a draft of the 2023 Colorado Water Plan for a 90-day public comment period. “Water is the lifeblood of our state, and we are taking strong actions to…
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife invites resident and nonresident anglers of all ages and skillsets to participate in its annual Free Fishing Weekend on June 4 and 5. Free Fishing Weekend is a great way to get outside with family and friends and take advantage of Colorado’s extensive opportunities to fish for a variety of cold and…
(Lamar, Colo.) – Lamar Community College (LCC) has filled another leadership position, naming Kyle Lasley as Dean of Academic Services. Lasley is principal of Springfield Junior/Senior High School in Springfield, Colo., a position he has held for the past five years. He previously served as school guidance counselor and Assessment Coordinator with Springfield Junior/Senior High School. LCC President Dr.…
(Lamar, Colo.) – Lamar Community College (LCC) recognized their 2022 graduates during the college’s 83rd Annual Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 7. The ceremony took place in the LCC Wellness Center’s Lopes Gymnasium with a packed house of family, friends, staff and faculty in attendance to share in the celebration. “Today is such a special…
During the early morning hours of 12/06/2021, the Baca County Sheriff’s Office began investigating a shooting that occurred south of the Town of Vilas in a remote area of thecounty. The victim, identified as Celsa Charette, ultimately died as a result of the shooting incident. Between 12/06/2021 and 04/25/2022, the Baca County Sheriff’s Office has…
The Springfield Town Board of Trustees special meeting was called to order on 3-29-2022- at 4:30 pm by mayor Tyler Gibson. Roll was called, followed by the pledge of allegiance and a prayer. Present were: Mayor Tyler Gibson, Merna McGinnis, town manager/ treasurer, Tammy Newman, town clerk, and Trustees Christy Brady, Mike Cooper, Jim Howard,…
Good for small businesses. Good for citizens. Good for democracy. The Supporting Local Media bill, sponsored by Representative Lisa Cutter, provides tax credits directly to small businesses for advertising in local news outlets and to individuals who subscribe or donate to local news organizations. The bill will be heard in the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee…
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