Senator Rankin Fite made the first 9-1-1 call February 16, 1698, in Alabama, marking the start of what would become a universal emergency number across the United States. Days later, Nome, Alaska, implemented the same service as the roll out across the country began, according to the National Emergency Number Association, an organization that focuses on 9-1-1 policy and related matters. The effort stemmed from a recommendation by the National Association of Fire Chief in 1957 to have a single number to report fires.

Bark beetles have caused widespread tree mortality on roughly one-fifth of Colorado’s forestland over the past two decades. But the problem of dead and dying trees in the state’s forests offers an opportunity: standing dead trees can hold value for years, and currently are being utilized by wood products businesses in efforts that support forest management efforts.

After two months of progressively worse drought conditions in Colorado, part of the state has begun to feel relief as the north central and northeast portion of the state saw a return to normal conditions.

Chuck Blasi has been selected as the next Chief Credit Officer at Farm Credit of Southern Colorado. Blasi is currently the Senior Vice President of Lending.

The Regular Meeting of the Town of Eads Board of Trustees was called to order by Mayor Shields, Tuesday January 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall. Robin Fox, Town Clerk, took roll call:

Mayor – Joe D. Shields- present

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

Absent – Justin McLoud

Town Clerk- Robin Fox –Absent

Assistant Clerk- Shealynn McCracken-Present

The month of February tends to turn many people’s thoughts to romance and love. The excitement and enjoyment of a new love affair stirs hearts and minds. It is exhilarating! It’s the stuff of longing, of sentimental love songs and of romantic books and movies.

Another hint of spring is in store for the weekend after a slightly cooler start Friday.

High temperatures will be in the 40s over most of the eastern plains of Colorado Friday, though La Junta and Otero county may reach 50. Light overnight snow will mostly dissipate by early morning, with clouds lingering later into the morning. Look for wind gusts around 30 miles per hour continuing through the day into Friday night.

Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper has ordered flags lowered to half-staff on all public buildings until sunset February 19 to honor the victims of the attack at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Fla., and as proclaimed by President Donald Trump.

The full text of the president’s proclamation:

This week at Lamar Theatre

Held Over

The Greatest Showman, stars Hugh Jackman and Jac Efron, 6:45 p.m. daily

Starts Friday

Hostiles, stars Christian Bale, 8:45 p.m. daily

Coming Soon

12 Strong

Paddington 2

50 Shades Freed

Peter Rabbit

Breakfast

February 19: Breakfast burrito, apple juice, milk, fruit

February 20: Oatmeal, toast, orange juice, milk, fruit

February 21: Bagel sandwich, grape juice, milk, fruit

February 22: French toast, sausage links, apple juice, milk, fruit

Lunch

February 19: Fried chicken, salad bar, strawberries, roll, worms and dirt, milk

February 20: Carne asada, celery, watermelon, strawberry milk, fruit and salad bar