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In recognition of Bryan Simmons’ service and upcoming retirement, a reception will be held at the Las Animas office of First National Bank Colorado on Dec. 19, 2023, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The...
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A growing number of licensed marijuana businesses are now operating in rural communities in Southeaster Colorado
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LA Junta Tribune Scott Peterson, a longtime Coloradan with over 40 years of experience in community development, is the new mayor of the city of Las Animas. At the Las Animas City Council meeting June 29, Peterson was appointed mayor following a motion and a 3-2 vote. Councilman Dave Armstrong was the tie-breaking vote. After the June 10 resignation of former Mayor Jim Collins, who held the position since 2015, Armstrong was interim mayor for the 19-day period. Peterson was appointed over three other candidates: Terry Kim, Andrew Montoya and Frank Schmeiser. "Peterson's resume ... is v...