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A Grand County court judge was appointed to a bench seat in the 14th Judicial District on Thursday.

Former Dinosaur town marshal Russell “Wayne” Eller, accused of falsifying his resume and work records, made his first appearance in Moffat County Court on Tuesday.

Two things fuel and motivate Matt Beckett at the Hayden Speedway - adrenaline and his children.

Anastasia Blackbird

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (1997)

Kaleigh Cutler first began to read a Harry Potter book at age 10.

It is extremely exciting to hear that our community will soon be building a new hospital - “kudos” to those individuals who have dedicated many long hours to making this a reality.

The family of Vic Beckett would like to thank all the wonderful friends who called, visited, brought food, sent flowers and cards to support us through this difficult time.

Gov. Bill Ritter announced Thursday the appointment of a new judge to serve the 14th Judicial District, which serves Moffat, Routt and Grand counties.

Craig resident Brenda Gustafson stepped on the scale May 1 and didn’t like what the machine read back to her - 188.2 pounds.

Harris Sherman, executive director of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources, has recommended, “a balanced approach to the development of oil and gas resources in Northwest Colorado’s Little Snake Resource Area.”

Recently, someone asked me if I enjoy writing my columns. The answer is, “Yes! Yes! Yes!” One of the perks to writing this column is meeting people. This week, for example, I had a delightful call from Jane Stout of Craig (More about Jane later in the column).

The Fourth of July has always been a special holiday for me and my girls. They really love Christmas and birthdays - you know, holidays when they get presents - but Independence Day, despite its lack of gifts or cake, is special to them.