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KSPK-FM is a locally owned and operated country music radio station that is located in Southern Colorado, and broadcasts to most of Southeastern Colorado and the San Luis Valley. KSPK's format consists of the new country hits with some of the older country favorites mixed in. KSPK-FM carries various High School Athletic Games from various High School's in Southern Colorado. KSPK's coverage area extends from Colorado Springs Colorado in the North to Raton New Mexico in South; South Fork Colorado in the west and Lamar Colorado in the east. With such a large area of coverage KSPK remains to this day Southern Colorado's Largest Radio Station.

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May 20th 2025

CO Gov Polis signs multiple bills yesterday.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis yesterday signed several bills into law during stops in Pueblo and Colorado Springs. The first bill allows electric utilities to offer lower rates for up to ten years to commercial and industrial businesses in Colorado. A second bill adds motor vehicle theft to the list of crimes that ban offenders from owning a gun. Another bill allows terminally ill, seriously ill patients in consultation with their doctor, to try individualized, tailor-made treatments. Another allows life care institutions to offer seniors community-based continuing care services in their homes. During his time in Pueblo West, the Governor also visited Skyview Elementary, one of the four blue-ribbon award-winning schools to acknowledge their achievements.

Pueblo County Coroner identifies Lake Pueblo drowning victim.

The Pueblo County Coroner has identified 53-year-old Manuel Dejesus Villanueva Miranda of Colorado Springs as the man who drowned in Lake Pueblo as he was attempting to save a group of children who were struggling to keep afloat. Two of the 4 children he was trying to save where his own kids. Miranda was pronounced dead after he was discovered on the shore of sailboard beach at Lake Pueblo State Park on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 14th. All of the kids are safe and with their respective guardians, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Park rangers received a call for help just before 2:45pm on the 14th and arrived on scene within minutes. Attempts to resuscitate Miranda were unsuccessful.

CDRMS announces phase one of burn mitigation project.

The Colorado Division of Reclamation, mining and safety has announced phase one of the corley mine surface burn mitigation project to extinguish a coal pile that has been burning for over 20 years. The project reportedly aims to address a 1.5-acre surface coal refuse pile. Construction began yesterday and is expected to be complete by September 4th. the pile, located south of Florence in Fremont County, is the legacy of historical coal mining on site between the 1920s and the 1990s. The project involves excavating and estimated 82,400 cubic yards of hot burning material, cooling it with water, then backfilling it. The project is being funded via federal funds in the amount of $853 million.

Third person charged in Raton drug smuggling scheme.

A third person has been charged in the drug smuggling scheme that involved a New Mexico jail guard at the Vigil Maldonado Detention center in Raton. Maryann Romero, of Raton, is accused of giving drugs to Amber Salazar, an officer at the detention center in Raton, so that Salazar could get the drugs inside the facility, and ultimately deliver them to inmate Gilbert Romero. Authorities learned about the scheme when Salazar's husband, a sergeant at the jail, saw Salazar on surveillance engaging in an inappropriate relationship with inmates at the facility. Salazar is charged with one count of bringing contraband into jail. Gilbert Romero is facing one charge of conspiracy to commit bringing contraband into jail.

Divide Ranger District announces Creede office open to visitors.

The Divide Ranger District of the Rio Grande National Forest has announced that the Creede office will be open to visitors beginning on Friday, May 23rd. The office will be open on Fridays and Saturdays from 9am to 3:30pm in May. Beginning on June 4th, the office opening days will increase to Wednesday through Saturday each week, also from 9am to 3:30pm. The hours of the other Rio Grande National Forest offices in La Jara, Del Norte and Saguache, will also be 9am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. Visitors are advised to call the office you plan to visit in advance to make sure the services you need will be available.

May 19th 2025

CO 3rd Rep Hurd cosponsoring tariff legislation.

Colorado's 3rd Congressional District Representative Jeff Hurd, a Republican, is co- sponsoring legislation with Young Kim of California to restore congressional authority on tariffs. The pair have introduced the reviewing economic and protection objectives for the reciprocal tariffs act. The act would require the president to notify congress and provide a justification report of the economic and security objectives of an increase or decrease in tariff authority 48 hours before it takes effect, would direct the U.S. Trade representative to testify to relevant committees once the tariffs take effect, and would apply to future presidential administrations, regardless of political affiliation. The bill has been assigned to the House Ways and Means Committee.

Fourth relocated CO Gray Wolf from BC has died.

A fourth Gray Wolf that was relocated to Colorado from British Columbia in January has died. According to Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the female wolf died in northwest Colorado in an unknown location on Thursday. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is investigating the death as gray wolves are still listed under the endangered species act. As such, U.S. fish and wildlife will determine the cause of death. Of the fifteen wolves that were brought to Colorado from British Columbia for the second round of reintroductions, 4 have died. A male was killed by wildlife services in Wyoming following a depredation incident on March 16th. A male wolf died after traveling into Wyoming on April 9th. A female wolf died in Rocky Mountain National Park on April 20th and this female died in Northwest Colorado on May 15th. No further information was made available.

NM State Police asking for public's help in locating mssing individual.

The New Mexico State Police are asking for the public's help in locating Carolina Apodaca, who was last seen near Black Mesa Road in Raton on Wednesday, May 14th. Apodaca has been classified as a "missing endangered" individual, prompting the release of a statewide advisory. Apodaca is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 126 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing blue jeans, a white shirt and tan shoes. No further details were released. Anyone who may have seen Apodaca or who has information about her whereabouts is asked to call Raton police at 575-445-2704.

Small earthquake shakes El Moro Area Saturday.

A magnitude 2.5 earthquake shook the El Moro Area on Saturday afternoon. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake struck at 1:52pm Saturday, about 7 kilometers north-northwest of El Moro, on the north side of Trinidad, at a depth of 6.3 kilometers. Residents in Trinidad and Raton reported feeling light shaking. No damage or injuries have been reported. No alerts or warnings were issued in connection with the quake.

Conejos County Sheriff's office continuing search for missing individual.

The Conejos County Sheriff's office is continuing to search for Rodney Guilinger,who was last seen scouting hunting areas near the New Mexico Border on April 16th. Guilinger has cognitive impairment, dementia and requires daily medication. Guilinger, 64, of Fort Garland, reportedly dropped his wife off at her workplace in Fort Garland about 7:30am on April 16th and indicated he would return by 5-6pm. Attempts to reach him by phone went unanswered. Guillinger's vehicle, a silver 2021 dodge ram was found stuck on forest service road 380 in Conejos County on April 17th. Despite massive search efforts, Guillinger has not been located. As of last week, no new leads have surfaced. The Conejos County Sheriff's office is urging anyone with any information about Guilinger or his whereabouts to call 719-589-5807, or call 911.

May 16th 2025

Colorado House District 47 Representative Ty Winter interview.

Today we finish up with my conversation with Colorado House District 47 Representative Ty Winter, who spoke to me about the now completed legislative session. Here's Ty Winter... (cart cut 1). District 47 Representative Ty Winter.

CPW releases more information on Lake Pueblo drowning.

More information was released by Colorado Parks and Wildlife yesterday about the man who drowned in Lake Pueblo on Wednesday. According to CPW, the 53-year-old man went out into the water to help kids who were struggling in rough waters. There were four children in all, two of whom were the man's children. The other two were friends. All of the kids are safe. Other people in the area saw the man go under and attempted to pull him out of the lake. A call for help was received around 2:45pm Wednesday. "witnesses, park staff and medical personnel" all reportedly tried CPR for 40 minutes but were unsuccessful. The man was not wearing a life jacket. the water was cold and there were heavy winds at the time. The Pueblo Coroner has not identified the man. No official cause of death has yet been released.

RG National Forest Seasonal road closures lifted.

Seasonal road closures on the Rio Grande National Forest were lifted last night. Most of the forest road gates will now be opened, however, at higher elevations, many roads may still be impassable due to mud and snow. Visitors are advised not to attempt to drive through patches of snow or over muddy areas to avoid getting stuck and to prevent damage to the roads. And, never attempt to drive off-road to get around snow drifts. All motorized travel on the Rio Grande National Forest is regulated. Free motor vehicle use maps can be obtained at a forest service office or online. Call 719-850-2374 for more information.

May 15th 2025

Colorado House District 47 Representative Ty Winter interview.

Let's continue with more from my conversation with Colorado House District 47 Representative Ty Winter, picking up where we left off yesterday... (cart cut 1). District 47 representative Ty Winter. and, we'll have more with Ty again tomorrow.

CO Gov Polis under pressure from both parties on union bill.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis is under increasing pressure from labor advocates and business groups over whether or not to sign SB25-005, a bill that could reshape Colorado's unionization laws. The worker protection act aims to make it easier for employees to form labor unions by eliminating Colorado's unique requirement for a second election. Supports say the bill would empower workers and level the playing field. Opponents say the bill could have broader economic consequences for Colorado. Labor advocates are pushing for Polis' signature. Business groups are lobbying for a veto. Polis has not yet announced what he will do.

Drowning at Lake Pueblo yesterday.

A man around 50 years old has died at Lake Pueblo State Park after he attempted to save several kids who were struggling in the water, yesterday afternoon. According to Lake Pueblo State Park officials, several children were swimming in the lake and began to struggle as the wind and waves picked up. The man went into the lake to help them. The man then also began to struggle. The man was pulled from the lake, but had already gone under the water. Officials and responders attempted CPR, but the man died at the scene. The man was not wearing a life jacket. He has not yet been identified.

Crash closes North I-25 near Colorado City yesterday.

The northbound lanes of Interstate 25 were closed yesterday morning at mile marker 72, just south of Colorado City. According to the Colorado State Patrol, troopers responded to a crash at 2:53am yesterday. A semi truck carrying vodka rolled over, blocking the northbound lanes. The driver was transported to the hospital. Traffic was being detoured at exit 71, with cleanup efforts taking an extended amount of time. The cause of the rollover remains under investigation.

May 14th 2025

Colorado House District 47 Representative Ty Winter interview.

I had the chance to talk with Colorado House District 47 Representative Ty Winter about the now-concluded Colorado legislative session. Here is some of what Ty said... (cart cut 1). District 47 representative Ty Winter. There's a lot more to our conversation, and I'll have that for you over the course of the next couple of days.

Trinidad Hometown pharmacy owner ordered to pay fine.

The owner of hometown pharmacy and medical in Trinidad has been ordered to pay a fine of $250,000 following allegations of improperly handing out opioids. According to The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado, hometown pharmacy ignored red flags and dispensed controlled substances, including opioids, to patients at times when they shouldn't have. Such situations include when prescriptions were for high daily doses of opioids, were for dangerous drug combinations, where patients had insurance but paid cash for their prescriptions, patients had traveled long distances for their prescriptions, and patients repeatedly sought early prescription refills. The U.S. Attorney’s Office settled with cobigred, inc., the owner of the pharmacy, agreeing to pay the civil penalty. The pharmacy did not admit any liability as part of the agreement.

CBI asking for Public's help in locating missing child.

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is asking for the public's help in locating thirteen- year-old Alyssa Ortega, from Center in the San Luis Valley. Alyssa was last seen at 2pm on Sunday. Alyssa is Hispanic, stands 5-foot-1 and weighs 120 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing black pants and a tan or brown hoodie. She was last seen at Washington Way and West 4th street, near the city park in Center. Anyone with any information about Alyssa Ortega is asked to call the Center Police Department at 719-655-2544.

Raton correctional officer charged with contraband charge.

Amber Salazar, a correctional officer in Raton, has been charged with one count of bringing contraband into the Vigil-Maldonado detention center in Raton. Salazar admitted that she met with an inmate's girlfriend at a hotel in Raton and was given five to seven balloons to bring to the jail. Salazar reportedly told authorities that she brought the contraband to work and hid it in Gilbert Romero's clothing, which she then delivered to his cell on April 14th. Gilbert Romero is facing one charge of conspiracy to commit bringing contraband to the jail.

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