Bankers Survey Suggests Continued Economic Growth

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) – A new monthly survey of bankers in rural parts of 10 Plains and Western states suggests strong economic growth continues in the region. The overall economic index for the region improved in October to 66.1 from September’s already strong 62.5 reading. Any score above 50 suggests growth. Creighton University economist Ernie … Read more

Bridgewater “Questionable” Tonight

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) – Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has a new injury – to one of his thighs – in addition to the sore left foot that’s limited him at practice this week. The Broncos listed Bridgewater as questionable for their game Thursday night at Cleveland. The Browns announced Wednesday they were sitting their … Read more

Reception for Rifle Chief Candidates

The public will have an opportunity to meet the three finalists to be the next Chief of Police this Friday. City Manager Tommy Klein announced the finalists for his old job last week. The three finalists for the job are Debra Funston, the current chief of the Palisade Police Department, Michael Drake, who is currently … Read more

Air Force Reserve Training at the Garfield County Airport

Military aircraft will be flying in and out of the Rifle Garfield county airport starting this Sunday. About 50 ground crew will spend four days at the airport for special Air Force Reserve training.  Airport manager Brian Condie says the training will be on the ground and they’ll be using a concrete ramp. “It’s not … Read more