Fire Claims Crook Bar

On February 3rd, 2010, at approximately 11:10 AM, Logan County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to Bobbie's Bar at 309 2nd Avenue in Crook, Colorado in reference to a structure fire. Upon arrival the building was engulfed in flames. Members of the Crook Fire Department, Sterling Fire Department, Fleming Fire Department, and Holyoke Fire Department assisted in extinguishing the fire which burned into the mid afternoon hours. After investigation, and speaking with the building owner, Bobbie Blankenship, the initial cause of the fire appears to be accidental, caused by grease that ignited. The building was a total loss, which included the bar/restaurant and upstairs apartments. No injuries were reported during the incident.