Four Cañon City police officers were awarded the Chief’s Commendation Award on Monday for their “Service Excellence” related to the high-speed police pursuit of two homicide suspects on Jan. 7. Chief John Schick said his team was ready and responded appropriately when law enforcement pursued the suspects’ vehicle, a stolen KIA sedan, at speeds more […]
Fremont Center for the Arts is seeking to raise $1 million this year to purchase its own home. Board members and directors are counting on the public’s support to keep this community asset permanently housed and, possibly even expand. The FCA has been housed at the former Cañon City Post Office, located at 505 […]
In the days prior to Jan. 13, the forecast was for high winds and heavy snow. Grand Island was on the radar for 8 to 12 inches, and the town Highway Department was ready with plenty of plows, personnel and a plan to combat the forces of nature.