What can we reason but from what we know? -Alexander Pope
What can we reason but from what we know? -Alexander Pope
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HAXTUN FFA MEMBERS (l-r), Luke Gales, Addison Imhof, Emily Anderson, Kelsie Hadeen, Kinsley Koberstein and Chase Goddard take aim on a familiar face in the crowd along the Phillips County parade route on Saturday morning, July 27. The FFA's parade float featured water guns and a cannon that sent goodies in the air to parade goers. Be sure to check out our annual Fair Section inside this week's Herald....
A unanimous vote by the Haxtun Town Council approved a request from CHS, Cenex Zip Trip for a liquor license on Monday night, Aug. 5. The vote, performed by roll call by Mayor Pro Tem Lori Lundgren, came following a public hearing the same night. The Monday evening meeting opened with public comment from Doug Henderson with CHS's Cenex Zip Trip store #78 in Haxtun. He said the store submitted an application for a fermented malt beverage and wine retail license in light of the current situation...
Haxtun's first ever community calendar is hot off the press and will be available at back to school night next week. Release of calendars will be held in conjunction with Haxtun School's back to school night for students in grades kindergarten through sixth on Aug. 13. Community calendars are a product of the Haxtun Chamber of Commerce and the work of Director Jessica Ayala with help from the staff at The Haxtun-Fleming Herald and Haxtun Schools. Calendars will first be placed on the desks of...
Every now and then it is helpful in one’s life to embrace gee-whiz moments that keep us knowledgeable, informed and humble to say the least. Out of such consideration flows inspiration and, hopefully, degrees of wisdom. To ponder something larger than ourselves gives nod to our divine author and creator. “How many are your works, Lord! In wisdom you made them all … (Psalm 104:24 NIV).” Nothing exemplifies that more than a good river rock or two. Their chief characteristic is that they have be...
Wheat stem sawfly is a native insect that feeds on grasses in Colorado. The insect was first identified by entomologists in Colorado around the late 1800s and primarily fed on range grasses. However, wheat stem sawfly emerged as a Colorado wheat pest in 2010 and damage from this insect has been expanding and increasing since. Today, this pest is estimated to cause $30 million in damage, according to Brad Erker, Executive Director of the Colorado Wheat Research Foundation. Sawfly damage to wheat is now found as far south as I-70 and continues...
During your working years, you know where your income is coming from because you’re working. But once you retire, you’ll have to identify your income sources, know how much you can expect from them and know how to manage them to help support a retirement that could last two or three decades. So, where will your retirement income come from? And what decisions will you need to make about these income sources? Consider the following: • Retirement accounts – If you’ve regularly contributed to an IRA and a 401(k) or similar employer-...
13 Years Ago Aug. 9, 1939 One of the loveliest showers of the season was given Tuesday afternoon in honor of Mrs. Wilbur Hohn, by Miss Fern Schachterle and Mesdames Orville Eckman and Emily Bentson. Mrs. Hohn was attired in her wedding gown, which was of white lace and net and full-floor length. Sixty-five guests were invited. Miss Mildred Elizabeth Schachterle, Haxtun, and a graduate of Haxtun High School, will receive the Bachelor of Arts degree at Colorado State College of Education in...
Ivan Keith Brooks passed away Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the age of 93. Keith was born Oct. 29, 1930 in Haxtun to Ivan and Florence Elnora (Bevard) Brooks. He graduated from Haxtun High School in 1949. After graduation, Keith worked at Haxtun Phone Company for four years, the Seismic Company for two years and Western Lumbar in California for 40 years. He married Elaine Darlene Fetzer in 1952 in Haxtun and later married Vera Lowry in El Cajon, Calif. in 1984. Keith enjoyed spending time with his...
Linda Anne Fuesz passed away on July 29, 2024 in Haxtun at the age of 80. She was born in Grand Junction on July 22, 1944, the second of four children born to Dr. Lowell and Anna Mae Heiny. She graduated from Grand Junction High where she was active in the symphonic orchestra, was a violinist and also played the piano. She was involved in multiple clubs including serving on the student council as vice president and being a part of the United Methodist youth group where she also attended church...
At Haxtun Health, a new chapter in diabetic foot care is beginning. Dr. Jacob Stuart, DPM, a renowned foot and ankle surgeon, is continuing to expand his expertise to the community through a steadfast partnership with Haxtun Health Specialty Clinic. Twice a month, Dr. Stuart visits the campus to treat those struggling with foot pain and strain, offering a beacon of hope for many. Podiatrists like Dr. Stuart play a crucial role in healthcare, especially for patients with diabetes. They provide...
Our 2024 special Fair Section can be viewed in full color under the Special Sections tab at www.hfherald.com. Please remember to support the local businesses that support our youth! Congratulations to all those who participated in this year's Phillips County Fair!...
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