Drought and snowpack continued to improve in Colorado over the past week.

• The lapse of federal appropriations and the subsequent partial shutdown of government agencies has forced the closure of the Sand Creek Massacre National Historic Site in Kiowa County for the safety of visitors and park resources
• FSA Office employees are officially furloughed beginning Monday, December 31st due to lapse in Federal government funding and will remain so until the funding has been restored.  Employees will not have access to email or voicemail during this time.
• NRCS Offices remain open until further notice.

There are moments in life when burying your head in the sand is favored over dealing with any responsibilities that come with being an adult. But when it comes to credit scores, avoidance spells disaster for your finances. Getting your affairs in order starts with a solid understanding of credit scores—read on for a run-down of the fundamentals.

Could finding the right mediator help end the Washington stalemate?

It is crucial to detect invasive species as early as possible.

This week at Lamar Theatre

General Mills reminds people that flour is not a ‘ready to eat’ ingredient.

It can take years for scientific studies to be accepted as information is gathered to reveal results.

All Farm Service Agency service centers will be open beginning January 24 to provide the majority of FSA services needed by farmers and ranchers during this critical time of the year for agricultural operations.