The South Fork of the Rio Grande River provides some of the best fishing opportunities in Colorado. With nearly 20 miles of award-winning Gold Medal Waters, the South Fork boasts a world-class aquatic habitat for fishermen of all ages and skillsets to enjoy. Fish for trout of all sizes, from small brook trout to trophy-sized rainbows. When enjoying the South Fork’s fishing opportunities, however, note that anyone 16 years of age or older must have a valid fishing license.

Dear EarthTalk: Are any environmental groups working specifically to increase access to nature and the outdoors? -- Mary Pelletier, Macon, GA

No one doubts that time spent outdoors in nature is time well-spent, especially in this age of smartphones, tablets and laptops vying for our attention. Research consistently shows links between higher levels of health and well-being when people have access to parks, gardens, greenways and other natural areas. 

“Do everything in love.” I Corinthians 16: 14 NIV

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A KISS

“An honest answer is like a kiss on the lips.” Proverbs 24:26

15 Years Ago

September 12, 2003

• The local Artist of the Plains Gallery is hosting an outstanding Art Show. The exhibit of art pieces by artist from several counties is free to the public.

25 Years Ago

September 15, 1993

You have to look for the schism, Jasper said to himself out at the woodpile. He put another chunk of firewood up on the splitting block and took a look at the checking cracks that ran part way through the circles of age rings. 

If I hit it right there, he said to himself, it should cleave.

"What do you think, Arthur? If I hit it right there...?"

Makes:   6 servings 

Break out the barley to make a comforting vegetable soup on a cold or rainy day.

UNOFFICIAL Town of Eads Board of Trustees Meeting August 14, 2018

 The Regular Meeting of the Town of Eads Board of Trustees was called to order by Mayor Shields, Tuesday August 14, 2018 at 4:59 p.m. in the Town Hall. Shealynn McCracken, Assistant Town Clerk, took roll call:

Mayor – Joe D. Shields- present

Trustees – Present –Kathy McCracken, Terry Riley, Dennis Pearson, and Lisa Trigilio, 

Absent – Priscilla Waggoner and Justin McLoud