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DIY OIL CHANGE SPECIALS, 5 qts. Quaker State oil & Fram filter $16.99, 5 qts . Valvoline oil & CQ filter, $22.99 5 qts. Valvoline MaxLife & CQ red filter, $23.99, 5 qts. Quaker Defy High-mileage oil & Fram filter, $18.99, 5 qts. Quaker State Full synthetic & Fram Filter $19.99, Castrol GTX oil, $3.99 qt., Delo or DelVac 15w40 diesel oil, $12.99 gl. Garden Tractor & Cycle batteries now in stock.We carry bicycle iner tubes.City Auto Parts, “CARQUEST”600 W. 7 th . St., Walsenburg. 719-738- 2525. www.carquest.com 01-TFN

RYE SEPTIC SERVICE. Septic tank pumping – 35 years experience. 489-2416 or 569-6297. 30-TFN

REPAIRS & REMODEL Exterior & interior drywall; plaster and paint; repairs welcome. Remodel specialist; bath & kitchen; electrical; upgraded tile. Just call High Plains General Contractors LLC / Jim Sharpe at 989-7853 or Wayne at 719-989-7844. 41-TFN

PRISM BODY & PAINT SHOP – from mild to wild! Open 8 to 5, Monday through Friday, 9 to 12 on Saturday. All insurance work accepted. “You do have a choice where you take your vehicle for repairs.” 200 CR 301 in Walsenburg. 738-9991. 52-TFN

IT’S NOT TOO LATE!!! We are still looking for vendors who would like to participate in this year’s LaVeta Art in the Park celebration. This hugely successful event will take place on July 2nd and 3rd and promises to be better than ever. We are looking for quality, hand crafted art and craft items. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! For more information or to reserve booth space, please call Peggy Arnold- Hoobler (729-742- 5278) or Mitzi Keairns (719-742- 5278). 24-1XU

PLEXUS SIP-N-SEE. Plexus is a natural health and wellness company. Come check out our products, business opportunities, and company. Bring a friend! The most natural way to get healthy. Contact Susan Daniel at 719-742-3342 or at 785-289-7368. 24-1XU

HELP WANTED.

PART TIME SUB MAIL CARRIER. 15-20 hours per week; Paid monthly, must be willing to work any day of the week and provide own 4X4 or SUV; 30 miles per week. Call 719-568-7834. 23-2XU

THE TOWN OF AGUILAR is accepting applications for a part-time office assistant. Hours and pay will be discussed during the interview process. Needed qualifications are: Excellent people skills, clerical skills, including but not limited preparation and maintenance of cash as well as check receipts, extensive computer understanding is essential, as is willingness to learn the Town of Aguilar’s computer system. Must have experienced computer skills to create spreadsheets and knowledge of all Microsoft programs. Interviews will be conducted by the Town Board of Trustees, interested persons send resume to The Town of Aguilar P.O. Box 538 Aguilar, CO 81020. Upon hire a drug test is mandatory. Deadline for resumes is July 5, 2016. The Town of Aguilar is an EEO Employer. 23-4XU

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Huerfano County is accepting applications for a temporary full time Administrative Clerk position starting in July 2016 and continuing approximately 6 months. This position is 35 hours per week at $14.00 per hour, no fringe benefits. The clerk will work closely with the HR Coordinator, Administrative staff and the public. Qualified candidates must have office experience and a High School Diploma or GED. A pre-employment drug test is required. Job descriptions and applications are available at the Walsenburg Workforce Center, 928 Russell, Walsenburg, CO 81089. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 P.M. on June 20, 2016. Huerfano County is an equal opportunity employer. 23-2XU

LOCAL COMPANY SEEKS qualified driver for propane bobtail deliveries. Applicant must have Class B CDL w/x endorsement (tanker/Hazmat) plus clean driving record. Send inquires to bhite@paladinpropane.com or call 719-738-1141. 23-4XU

SOUTH CENTRAL COUNCIL of Governments Finance Director Summary: The Finance Director of the South Central Council of Governments serves as the chief fiscal officer for the organization. The position is accountable for the fiscal affairs of the organization and for the organization’s accounting functions including the maintenance of all accounting records (general, property, cost, internal auditing, etc.) and management of all cash accounts. Successful candidate is subject to background check. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a Bachelors and/or Master’s Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or university and have five years’ experience in accounting at the management level, or substitute equivalent in education and relevant experience. Salary: This position is open for an immediate start date. Salary will be commensurate with experience.  Employee benefits include medical, dental, participation in a 401(A) Plan, and a paid time-off package.  For a full job description and application contact: Colorado Work Force Center 140 N. Commercial Street Trinidad, CO 81082 Application deadline: July 15, 2016, 12:00 p.m. (Noon) South Central Council of Governments is an Equal Opportunity Employer 23-6XU

CHIROPRACTICE OFFICE looking for a part time Chiropractic assistant/receptionist. Position involves data entry, bookkeeping, insurance claim processing and above average computer knowledge. References required. Please send resumes to Vigil Family Chiropractic, 110 E 6th St, Walsenburg, CO or email them to: jtvigildc@yahoo.com 23-2XU

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Huerfano County Sheriff Department is accepting applications for Deputy. Qualified candidates must be P.O.S.T. certified within 30 days of hire; 21 years of age; have a High School Diploma or GED; must adhere to policy, procedures and post orders. Drug testing and background check are required, and shift work is mandatory. This position is full time with benefits at a starting salary of $27,500 and then $30,000 after probationary period. Job descriptions and applications are available at the Walsenburg Workforce Center, 928 Russell, Walsenburg, CO 81089. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 P.M. on June 27, 2016. Huerfano County is an equal opportunity employer. 24-2XU

RATON PUBLIC SCHOOL District is now accepting applications for a Secondary Math Teacher for 2016-2017 school year. Certified Applicants must possess a valid N.M. Public Education Department Licensure; 3 years experience preferred. Applications available at the Raton Public School District Administration Office @ 1550 Tiger Drive, or at karen.walton@ratonschools.com. Salary to follow current certified salary schedule. Submit letter of interest, resume and application to 1550 Tiger Circle, Raton, N.M. 87740. Deadline for applications is –open until filled. 24-3XU

MOUNTAIN CREEK HOME HEALTH, Walsenburg location, is seeking a LPN for a PRN position. Occasional weekend work may be required, as well as reliable transportation, driver’s license and current Colorado license. Competitve wages. Call Kathy at 738-5707 or go to mountaincreekhomehealth.org to apply online. EOE M/F/V/H 24-2XU St. Patrick’s- St. Joseph’s Catholic Church is looking to fill two positions. One full time Secretary/ Receptionist and one part time Business Manager. Applications and a job description for both positions can be picked up at the Parish Hall 105 Buena Vista, Raton, NM. For more information call (575)445-7963. 24-1XU

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Information Communication Technologies (ICT) Community Outreach Plan The South Central Council of Governments (SCCOG) is requesting applications from qualified individuals to assist in: 1) facilitating a participatory community assessment of the region’s information and communication technologies (ICT) capacity to respond to a growing need for rapid information exchange in an information-intensive world; 2) identifying agreed upon projected outcomes, outcome indicators, and the data that can measure those indicators, and 3) developing and initiating a strategic plan that will establish an infrastructure and community-based process by which lasting information channels will be strengthened and data-informed community decision making will be enhanced within the communities SCCOG works to support. This project is supported in part by an Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Fund (EIAF) grant awarded through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) for the South Central Council of Governments (SCCOG). If you are interested in more information about this request, please email dwilliamson@sccog.net and a packet will be emailed to you. Final proposals will be accepted until 12:00 Noon, Thursday, June 30, 2016 24-3XU

SOUTH CENTRAL COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS Full-Time Transit Dispatcher. Summary: The Transit Department of the South Central Council of Governments is seeking a full-time transit dispatcher to answer phone calls, provide quality customer service, maintain contact with drivers, and other clerical tasks. Salary and Benefits: The position is open for an immediate start date. Salary will begin at $28,000 to $30,000. Employee benefits include medical, dental, participation in a 401(A) Plan, and a paid time-off package. For a full job description and application contact: dwilliamson@sccog.net or call 719-845- 1133. Application deadline: Friday, June 24 at noon. 24-2XU

THE HUERFANO COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES has an opening for a full time Income Maintenance Technician. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, two years of full time clerical or extensive public contact experience and advanced computer skills. A complete job description and applications are available at 121 W 6 th Street, Walsenburg, CO 81089. Salary $2081.00 monthly D.O.E. Drug testing is required. HCDSS is an equal opportunity employer. Applications must be received by June 10 th , 2016 at 4:00 p.m. 24-2XU

ST. PATRICK’S – ST. JOSEPH’S Catholic Church is looking to fill two positions. One full time Secretary/ Receptionist and one part time Business Manager. Applications and a job description for both positions can be picked up at the Parish Hall 105 Buena Vista, Raton, NM. For more information call (575)445-7963. 24-1XU

 

FOR RENT

STUDIO & ONE BEDROOM AVAILABLE – Free cable TV and laundry.  Mature adults (Seniors 50+). Call 738-2149. 30-TFN

RATON HOME FOR RENT. 3 BR, 1 1/2 BA; fenced back yard, carport, family room, basement storage. $700/ mo, $700 deposit. Call Al at 575-445-8427 or 575-643-5035 24-2XP One BR one BA home; new carpet, vinyl paint; off-street parking; $500 per month; $525 with garage. $500 deposit. No pets, please. Please call 719-250-9450 24-1XU

HOUSE FOR RENT: Ranch house. Rural living very close to Walsenburg. Two bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, fireplace, attached garage. Large basement and lots of storage space. $850/month. Contact Dr. Davis. 719 738-1427. 24-4XU

 

HOMES & PROPERTY FOR SALE

CLEAN 2 BDRM / 1 BA house with 2-car garage on large corner lot at 301 East Fourth St., Walsenburg.  All appliances included, $66,000 or best offer.  Call 719-859-5687. 45-TFN

 

FOR SALE

3/4 INCH ROADBASE gravel and 1/2 inch rock; delivery available. Also backhoe work & dumptruck service. Call 719-214-6982. 10-14XU

SOUTHERN COLORADO LAND annual consignment/estate sale in Walsenburg.  Will be selling the estate of Rick Walter along with any and all consignments. All consignment items will have to be consigned by June 21 in order to be included in the advertising and sale bill. Call Southern Co. Land at 719-738-1732 or Jim Roberts at 719-989-8739 for consignments or questions. 23-2XU

FOR SALE- $2,250/1300 pound Manitowoc ice maker machine. Water cooled. Approx. 2001 model. 3 phase 208-230v. $2,250/True 3 door beverage cooler-72 cu. ft. $1,250 True 1 door beverage cooler-26 cu. ft. $3,050 True 2 door wine display cooler- 49 cu. ft. $2,250 True 1 door beverage cooler 26 cu.ft. $1,250 True 1 door beverage freezer-12 cu.ft. $1,750 LEER cold wall ice merchandiser-49 cu. ft. 1st class cigar humidor, reg. $2,390, selling for $1,250. 47 1/2” Wx19 1/2” D x 74 1/2”H. Cherry exterior/ cedar interior, 4 door; holds 4000 cigars. Contact me at lenwig@msn.com. 803 E. Main St, Trinidad. 23-3XP

SALE OR LEASE 3600 sf retail or office space; big front parking lot, busy corner in Trinidad, Sharon, 719-859-6095 23-3XP

 

SERVICE

I NEED HELP sewing a leather attachment point back on to a canvas bag. Not a big job, but I sure need it!  Call me at 719-738-1415  23-TFN

 

YARD SALE

THE ONE YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR!! Friday – Saturday June 17 & 18 Opens @ 8:00 am. 109 West Garland in La Veta – side alley entrance …follow signs. Quilts, antiques,artwork, lodge decor items, furniture, Household items, linens, coats, boots, DVDs, Pilates reformer, Bicycles, Huge men’s section….tools, Arctic Cat Prowler UTV with tracks and plow, snowblower for ATV, Tailgater DISH satellite system, track snowblower, Bose 6 speaker sound system, heavy duty 12′ tilt bed trailer. Tons of miscellaneous!!! 24-1XU

YARD SALE: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 17-19, 1-6pm; also silent auction items: air conditioner (portable), extension ladder, child’s play wagon, and TV. 810 W. Spruce, Walsenburg. 24-1XP

YARD SALE to benefit La Veta Trails located at 309 S. Oak St. Friday, June 17th noon to 4:00 and Saturday, June 18th 9:00-3:00. Lots of great stuff for sale. 24-1XP

SCCY is having a yard sale June 18,2016 at 513 Main St in Walsenburg at the SCCY office. It will begin at 9:00. All proceeds go to the youth of Huerfano County. 24-1XU

 

VEHICLES

ROKON TRAIL BREAKERS, 2×2, 2015 models now in stock. Go anywhere, tow and carry enormous loads, 7hp. Kohler engine, automatic trans., 3 speed transfer case. 15” ground clearance, Widely used by Forestry departments, U.S. Special Forces, Game & Fish agencies, Ranchers, Sportsmen And treasure hunters worldwide. Easily go through mud, snow, up 60 degree slopes and even float. See us for new and used models. City Auto Parts, 600 W. 7th. St. 719-738-2525 www.rokon.com. 01-TFN

2011 Ford F-350, Crew Cab, 4X4, Lariat, DRW, 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel #7944 $31,950(Fultons Used Cars 719-542-2268)

2012 Ford F-150 Supercrew 4X4, Lariat, 3.5L Ecoboost, Auto, 1-owner #7871 $27,950 (Fultons Used Cars 719-542-2268)

2003 Dodge Ram 2500, Quad Cab, 4X4, SLT, 5.9L Cummins, 6 speed #8011 $22,950 Fultons Used Cars 719-542-2268)

 

PETS

DELUXE BOARDING KENNELS for cats and dogs. Fully licensed pet-care facility, Rio Cucharas Veterinary Clinic, 22540 West U.S. Highway 160, 738-1427. 28-TFN

FREE TO GOOD HOMES for pets, adorable kittens, every size and color from 7-9 weeks old.  Box trained.  Your new pet comes with food, litter, and litterbox.  Spay and neuter discussed at adoption.  Call 719-553-7440, leave message. 24-3XP

 

PASTURE

REQUEST FOR PASTURE, HAY FIELD LEASE PROPOSALS 150 A. river bottom pasture, max capacity 75 hd., plus 150 A. irrigated grass alfalfa for lease. Commence on Nov. 1, 2016. Term: 1 yr. plus option for 4 add’l yrs. Contact Walsenburg City Clerk to review lease agreement and obtain add’l information, 525 S. Albert Ave., Walsenburg, CO. 719-738-1240 or wbritt@cityofwalsenburg.com. Submit sealed proposals on or before July 1st at 4:00 pm. The City of Walsenburg reserves the right to refuse any and all proposals. 21-5XU

MARKET

TRINIDAD FARMERS MARKET Saturday, 8am to noon, Cimino Park, Convent and Modica, near International Bank. Shopping and entertainment, tamales, breakfasts, desserts; fruits, vegetables, eggs, breads, jams. Debit/Quest cards become Market Bucks and SNAP coupons. Vendor? Call Joyce 719-680-0184. 24-16XP

PAPERBACK TRADING POST now has an indoor flea market, temperature-controlled and out building storage, and the latest movie rentals. 111 West 4th St., Walsenburg. Open M-Th 10 am to 7 pm; F-S 10 am to 8 pm; Sun. 1-6 pm. Call 719-738-1692 19-TFN

 

CLASS

PAINTING PARTY at SPACe with Kathy Hill. June 24, 4-5:30 pm. All materials plus wine & snacks. No experience needed, just have fun! $15. Sign up early, space is limited. 719 742-5756. DRAWING WORKSHOP with Kathy Hill at LVSA June 17-19. $150 plus materials. 719 742-3421 or lvartschool@yahoo.com. 23-2XU

 

HISTORY

WALSENBURG: CROSSROADS TOWN, a history by Dorothy Ree.  333pages, 90 photos. Send check to WMM, $22, includes tax and shipping. Walsenburg Mining Museum, PO Box 134, Walsenburg CO 81089. 719-738-1992 or 719-738-2840. 24-TFN