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09/14/2026

UPCOMING SERVICE

Memorial Gathering

Sep. 18, 2026

Mullare-Murphy Funeral Home

View Rickie Lassiter's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.

09/11/2026

The Trinidad Public Library’s September exhibit on the library’s Art Wall features southern Colorado multidisciplinary artist Chachi Soto.

Soto blends personal history, ancestral ties and a diverse range of practices— including tattooing, mask-making and painting— to explore the balance of opposing life experiences...

Javonne Archibeque Adult Programs/History Room CoordinatorCarnegie Public Library The Trinidad Public Library’s September exhibit on the library’s Art Wall features southern Colorado multidisciplinary artist Chachi… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now C...

09/11/2026

Severe conditions retreated across much of southeast Colorado in the weekly drought update released Thursday by the National Drought Mitigation Center...

U.S. Drought Monitor Severe conditions retreated across much of southeast Colorado in the weekly drought update released Thursday by the National Drought Mitigation Center. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

09/11/2026

... The production stars Susan Ward and Beki Woods, whose comedic timing and versatility bring the show’s many characters and vignettes to life. The production is directed by Cora Warrick...

Main Street LIVE is bringing a fresh burst of humor and heart to downtown Trinidad this September with The Secret Comedy of Women, an uplifting two‑actor comedy celebrating the stories, memories, and milestones of womanhood.

09/11/2026

The long awaited roof project at Temple Aaron in Trinidad is now underway shown by these workers stripping the old roof in preparation for the renovation...

The long awaited roof project at Temple Aaron in Trinidad is now underway shown by these workers stripping the old roof in preparation for the renovation.

09/11/2026

Blue Star Helium has extended its sale agreement covering all helium produced at the Piñon Canyon plant until March 31, 2027.

The agreement was due to expire on August 31. Pricing remains fixed for the extended term, while the purchaser’s identity and pricing details remain confidential as of this writing. However, Blue Star notes the purchaser is the same U.S. corporation involved when the original agreement was announced on June 4. They described the purchaser then as, “a major, publicly listed US industrial gases corporation with a multi-billion-dollar market capitalization and investment-grade credit rating.”

Staff reportThe Chronicle-News Blue Star Helium has extended its sale agreement covering all helium produced at the Piñon Canyon plant until March 31, 2027. The… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

09/11/2026

Details of Las Animas officer’s felony case to remain mystery after Bent County courts seal records

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09/08/2026

Please follow The Bent County Democrat, our sister organization. We recently lost access to the former one.

Highway 194 ‘Labor Day Fire’ near Las Animas fully contained, after claiming 50 acres

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09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication & contributions of workers throughout our communities.

We are especially grateful to our readers & advertisers for your continued support. Thank you for being part of what we do.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

09/04/2026

Biocarbon producer, Carbogenics USA, announced Thursday that it has officially secured its first U.S. production facility in Raton.

Carbogenics USA is the American offshoot of Scottish parent company Cabogenics. The self-described “green, or Net Zero” company develops engineered biochar which is used in biogas production, wastewater treatment, construction and agriculture...

Staff reportThe Chronicle-News Biocarbon producer, Carbogenics USA, announced Thursday that it has officially secured its first U.S. production facility in Raton. Carbogenics USA is the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close