Sherman St Closed

The Sherman Street railroad crossing is closed from Burlington Avenue to Railroad Avenue until next Thursday, November 11. The closure is for median construction as part of the city of Fort Morgan's railroad quiet zone project. The work will be done between 7 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. each weekday, so plan accordingly.
The project will put medians at the crossings so that drivers don't drive around crossing barricades. That means that trains can pass through the crossings without sounding their horns.

Gov-Elect Hickenlooper Says Positive Campaign Pays Off

Colorado Governor-elect John Hickenlooper says the best part of his election night victory was proving how positive campaigns can work. Hickenlooper also says the governor's race was "topsy-turvey" with issues on the Republican ticket and former Congressman Tom Tancredo's American Constitution Party bid. Hickenlooper ended up winning with over 50-percent of the vote.

Buck Concedes

Republican Ken Buck conceded yesterday afternoon to incumbent Democrat Michael Bennet in the race for Colorado Senate. In a statement, Buck says he's grateful for all the support he received. Bennet says the election was not about sending a political message to Washington, but to help Coloradans. The race was considered too close to call for most of election night and Wednesday. Bennet ended up winning with 48-percent of the vote.

Sterling Rec Center Open on Veterans' Day

On Thursday, November 11, the Sterling Recreation Center will be open regular hours. The Riverside Cemetery Office, Overland Trail Museum, Sterling Public Library and the Parks, Library and Recreation Office will be closed in observance of Veteran’s Day.

Drug Task Force Breaks Up Major Meth Ring

Authorities working in Thornton yesterday disbanded what they called a "major methamphetamine ring." The North Metro Drug Task Force said they arrested 15 people from three metro neighborhoods as part of a six-month investigation. Cops confiscated two ounces of meth with a retail value of about four-thousand dollars. They say about five more arrests could be made.

Seniors Plan Trip to See "Nutcracker"

Start your holiday season off right with a trip to The Nutcracker! The Senior Center is sponsoring a trip to the Nutcracker Ballet. This holiday favorite will feature Tchaikovsky’s beloved score performed by a live orchestra, unforgettable characters, and dazzling costumes and scenery. The trip will be on Saturday, December 4, departing from the Fort Morgan Senior Center at 10:00 am. The cost is $60 and includes transportation and performance. (Lunch is on your own.) Payment and registration is due at the Senior Center by Wednesday, November 10.

Standoff Ends with "I Gotta Go!"

A Pueblo teenager who was a suspect in a Monday night shooting engaged authorities in a six-hour stand-off Wednesday, ending it when he had to go to the bathroom. Police say they went to the 17-year-old's early Wednesday as he was a suspect a shooting Monday night. Officials say they waited with guns ready trying to get the teen to surrender, which he agreed to do around 9 a.m. when he said he had to use the bathroom. Nobody was hurt in either the shooting or the standoff.

Wild West Justice Day This Saturday

Come join the fun at the Overland Trail Museum in Sterling and learn about the outlaws and lawmen of the old west. Witness a “crime” and be a part of an authentic 1890’s trial, presided over by a real judge! This fun and educational program is recommended for children 5-11 years old - Saturday, November 6, 10 a.m. - noon. Regular museum admission of $1.50 per child and $3.00 for adults will be charged.

Gobbler Gallop Coming Up

7th Annual Gobbler Gallop is coming up on Saturday, November 20. The 5K race/walk around Riverside Park is great for the whole family! Everybody gets a t-shirt. Register at the Fort Morgan Recreation Center.
Check-in on race day is from 8:00 to 8:45 am at the south basketball court. The race starts at 9:00 am. Registration fee before November 20 is $20. Late registration fee (day of race) is $25.