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DIY OIL CHANGE SPECIALS, 5 qts. CarQuest oil & red filter $19.99, 5 qts. Carquest Hi-Mileage oil & red filter, $21.99, 5 qts. Mobil 5000 oil & red filter, $22.99, 5 qts. Mobil 1 Synthetic Oil & Mobil filter, $29.99,Castrol GTX. $3.99 qt. 5 qts. Valvoline Max-Life oil, $22.99, ATV, Motorcycle & Garden Tractor Batteries in stock. Hydraulic hoses custom made. City Auto Parts, “CARQUEST” 600 W. 7th. St., Walsenburg, 719-738-2525 www.carquest.com. 01-TFN

RYE SEPTIC SERVICE. Septic tank pumping – 35 years experience. 719-489-2416 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 719-989-7853. 41-TFN

Help Wanted

La Veta Fire Protection District Wildfire Mitigation Service. General Description: A member of a Fuels Crew is a firefighter on a crew whose day to day employment entails forest fuels reduction work. Within the LVFPD, this work will take place within the Home Ignition Zone of private residences as well as larger Shaded Fuel Break sites with no structures. Fuels Crew members are also expected to volunteer on LVFPD wildfire calls and participate according to their level of NWCG Certification. They will also receive advancement opportunities during and/or after wildfire season to include certification opportunities on active wildfires as well as prescribed fire experience and fire academy courses. These are full time expected service temporary seasonal positions; the length and actual dates of employment may vary depending on the position and/or winter onset or thaw. Positions Available: Sawyer: Operates chain saws based on certifications to Fell trees, limb and buck into manageable lengths. Also perform any of the duties of a swamper if necessary. Swamper: Go to guy! Has varying responsibilities to include; dragging branches, stacking wood, running a chipper, working on steep terrain, and in varying weather conditions. Assisting the Sawyers with ropework, and any other duties the Crew Boss deems necessary for the job site. For more Information: Michael Warren-LVFPD WMS Supervisor 719-742- 6207- lvfpd.wms.gm@gmail.com. 25-TFN

 

Nurses needed for new Raton detention facility. RN, LPN, part time to start. 24 hours per week with possiblity of full time when facility is completed. Must pass background and moter vehicle check. Dena Strick 970-580-5165 or Luci Magana 505 274 1364. 32-2XP

 

HUERFANO COUNTY  is accepting applications for an HR Coordinator. This position is full-time at 35 hours per week with benefits and starting salary of $27,000.00. Position will work closely with the Board of County Commissioners, Administrative Staff, employees and the public. Qualified candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of general experience in Human Resources. Drug testing and background check are required. Job descriptions and applications are available through the Walsenburg Workforce Center, 928 Russell, Walsenburg, CO 81089 or Huerfano County Human Resources Department, 401 Main Street, Suite 201, Walsenburg, CO 81089. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 P.M. on August 21, 2017. Huerfano County is an equal opportunity employer. 31-2XU

 

TOWN OF LA VETA DEPUTY CLERK POSITION The Town of La Veta is accepting applications for a Deputy Clerk position. Qualified candidate should have experience with quickbooks, payroll, municipal accounting, computer experience (Microsoft word and Excel), organizational skills, must work well with the public and have good telephone skills. Must be self-motivated and organized, must be bondable and able to become a Notary. This position is a full time position with benefits. The Town of La Veta is an EOE employer. Salary will depend on experience. Applications are available at the La Veta Town Hall, 111 W. Moore Ave, La Veta, Colorado. Applications must be submitted to the Town Hall by 5:00 p.m. on August 18, 2017. 31-3XU

RECEPTIONIST/SECRETARY Walsenburg, Colorado. St. Mary Catholic Church is looking for someone to fill the position of secretary and receptionist. Assist the priest in answering phones, scheduling meetings, and sending emails. Assist the parish by ordering supplies, filing and maintaining records, creating weekly bulletins. In addition, help manage the use of church space and be a welcoming presence to those both inside and out of the parish. Applicants must be skilled with Microsoft Word and Excel. At least two years experience in related field is preferred. Please email your confidential CV to Chelsea Ray at stmarywal@gmail.com or telephone 719-738-1204 for more information. 31-4XP

 

CARLS JR. NOW INTERVIEWING. Walsenburg location is actively filling vacancies that will be left open as student employees return to school and college. Various shifts and positions. Biscuit cook, 3 early morning/week, 3 daytime cashiers, 2 dayshift cooks and 1 night shift cook. Apply in person at 700 Main St Walsenburg, 9am-11am and 2pm-5pm daily. NO phone calls. 29-8XP

 

FOR RENT

APARTMENT FOR RENT MATURE ADULTS (40+)from $350 + util. Walsenburg. Call 719-738-2149. 30-TFN

AVAILABLE SEPT 9th- One bedroom, one bath house.  Recently remodeled. Close to downtown in Walsenburg. Trash paid.  No pets.  $525/month, $525 deposit. Please call 719-250-9450. 33-2XP

Homes and 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

ADOBE MINER’S SHACK STYLE home with front porch views (southern foothills, Spanish Peaks) in quiet, safe Walsenburg neighborhood. 1000 square feet, 2 bedroom, one bath, laundry room. 9000 sq. ft. corner lot. Newer roof, good shape and habitable, but needs some TLC to look better inside. Comes with garage (needs roof) and chicken coop. Great neighbors. Recent home inspection available. $38,000 OBO. Email: AdobeViews@gmail.com with your full name & will send info. 26-TFN

Vehicles

ROKON TRAIL BREAKERS, 2×2, 2016 models now in stock. Go anywhere, tow and carry enormous loads, 7hp. Kohler engine, automatic trans., 3 speed transfer case. 15” ground clearance, Easily go through Mud, snow, up 60 degree slopes, climb over logs and even float. City Auto Parts 600 W. 7 th St., Walsenburg. 719-738-2525. www.rokon.com. 01-TFN

2014 GMC Sierra 1500, Crew Cab, 4X4, SLE, 5.3L V8, New Tires, Only 47k miles! #8265 $29,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

2007 GMC Sierra 2500HD, Crew Cab, 4X4, SLT w/ Leather, 6.6L Duramax Diesel, 1-owner #8276 $17,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

2012 Toyota Tacoma, Double Cab, 4X4, SR5, TRD, 4.0L V6, Auto, New Tires, 77K Miles! #8273 $21,450 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

Pets

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

History

WALSENBURG: CROSSROADS TOWN, a history by Dorothy Ree. 333 pages, 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

 MISC

TRINIDAD ELKS LODGE #181 is having a gun show, 120 S. Maple in Trinidad, Colorado. August 26 & 27, 9am to 5pm Saturday, and 9am to 4pm on Sunday. Antique, modern, custom firearms and accessories. Ammo, reloading and shooting supplies. Supplies for the sportsman and sportswoman! Concessions. 50% of all Elks’ proceeds for local charities & scholarships. $2 individual entrance fee per day. All applicable stae and federal laws strictly enforced. 32-2XP

TRINIDAD FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 8 am to noon, Cimino Park, Convent and Modica. Locally grown vegetables, fruits, eggs, breads, goat cheese, pastries and scones, tamales, handpies and artisan items! Debit/Quest cards become Market Bucks and SNAP coupons. Vendor? Call Joyce 719-680-0184. 24-TFN 3/4 inch roadbase gravel, 1/2 inch rock, pea gravel, backfill, decorative boulders all sizes. Backhoe, road grader, and sep system.  Call 719-214-6982 or 719-948-7927. 32-8XU

3/4 INCH ROADBASE gravel, 1/2 inch rock, pea gravel, backfill, decorative boulders all sizes.  Backhoe, road grader, and sep system.  Call 719-214-6982 or 719-948-7927. 32-8XU

Established wholesale delivery route for nation’s second largest snack producer. Great opportunity to own local business. Reliable income, numerous accounts, growth potential! Current owner will train. Includes truck. $48,900. Email mesademayasnacks@yahoo.com, reference subject Route Sale. 31-5XP

 

For Sale

FOR SALE- Farm Jack- only used once (wrong fit for vehicle.) Great shape. $50. Call 738-1415 and ask for Brian 29-TFN

FOR SALE 1979 John Deere lawn tractor. 48”mower and 48” snowblower attachment. $750. Call 719-941-0152 (Aguilar). 33-1XP 2006 POLARIS SPORTSMAN, 500 efi ho. Browning edition includes gun scabbard, gps, warn winch, handlegrip heaters. New tires, owners manual, tool kit, saddle bags, cargo box. $4000o.b.o. 720-840-5087. 33-1XP

58 CALIBER HAWKEN Black Powder rifle with all accessories. Still in the box, never used. $300 or best offer. 719-250-9450. No texts, please. 33-2XP

Yard Sale

GARAGE SALE on August 19 at 634 W. 5th St. in Walsenburg. Everything must go “prices reduced!” Loveseat, dresser, night stand, tools, coveralls, jackets, lawn edger, desk, grill, paint sprayer w/hoses. 7am till…33-1XP

ESTATE SALE. 109 S. Locust, La Veta. 9a-5p. Sat. Aug 19th. Military uniforms, antique crystal, pyrex, Hull, cast iron cookware, letter jackets, collectibles, antique furniture, misc. 33-1XP

Classes

Watercolor classes in La Veta. Wednesdays, 9:30-12:30. Beginners welcome. $20 per class. Materials not included, but available for fee. Limit of 6 students. Kathy Hill, instructor. Call 719 742-5756 or email kathyhillart@gmail.com for information. 33-4XU

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