F&H Golf Course Couples Tournament June 21

The F&H Golf Course Couples Tournament will be held June 21st starting at 9am at F&H Golf Course (between Fleming and Haxtun). Cost is $40 per couple. To register or for more information call 970-774-6362.

Relay for Life Fundraiser Feb 22 in Haxtun

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Haxtun High School Student Council and Grainland Coop presents Relay for Life Fundraiser on Saturday, February 22nd at the Haxtun American Legion. Doors open at 6:30pm. A $25 donation gets you 1 meal & 1 drawing ticket. Grand Prize - Firearm, TV, or Cash ($400 value), 2nd Prize - Kindle Fire. The drawing is at 8pm. For more information, call the Haxtun High School office at 970-774-6111.

“The Farming Evolution-Where Do You Fit?” workshop Feb 13 in Holyoke

February 13, there will be a “The Farming Evolution-Where Do You Fit?” workshop in the big room in the Event Center at the Fairgrounds in Holyoke. Registration will begin at 7:30am and the workshop will start at 8am. The workshop will conclude at 3:30pm. Refreshments and lunch will be provided and there is no registration fee.

Attendees will hear some of the exciting discoveries about how soils work, see a rainfall simulator, hear about cover crops in Phillips County, technology on the farm, and some economic considerations of tillage changes. The workshop will close with a panel of no-till farmers including Scott Ravenkamp, Dietrich Kastens, and Steve Tucker. They will share how they moved from conventional tillage to where they are today. There will be plenty of time for questions.

To save a lunch, contact the Haxtun Conservation District in Holyoke, the Yuma County Conservation District in Wray, CO, or the Upper Republican NRD in Grant, NE, by Thursday, February 6. For a full article and flier, go to www.ycconservation.com. There is no registration fee. Late registrations and walk ins are welcome, but will not be guaranteed lunch.

Alive at 25 Program December 14 in Haxtun

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On Saturday, December 14th Colorado State Patrolman Marc Bornhoft will host an Alive at 25 program at the Haxtun Fire Hall from 1-6pm. Alive at 25 is a driver's awareness course designed by the National Safety Council for young drivers ages 15-24 which includes defensive driving classroom curriculum (gain awareness and develop strategies to keep safe of the road) and decision-making and responsibility taking (learn through interactive media, workbook exercises, role-playing, and class discussions). More information about the program is available online at aliveat25.us, or contact Marc at 774-5852.

Haxtun Community Childcare Center New Year's Gala and Fundraiser December 28

The Haxtun Community Childcare Center New Year's Gala and Fundraiser will be held Saturday, December 28 from 6pm-midnight at the Haxtun Community Center.  There will be dinner, drinks, live auction, and dancing.  To purchase tickets, or for more information call Haxtun Community Childcare Center at 774-5437.

Tanks of Thanks® program rewards Haxtun resident for making a difference in the community

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 ST. PAUL, Minn., Nov. 4, 2013 — A local resident has received a special thank you for her contribution to the community. Barbara Shafer of Haxtun, Colo., was selected to receive free fuel from Tanks of Thanks^®, a program that rewards people who do good deeds to help make their community just a little bit better.

           The Tanks of Thanks program from Cenex^®, the CHS energy brand, encourages people to nominate friends, family and neighbors for free fuel as a way to say thank you for doing good in the community. Each month, 100 nominees are randomly selected to receive free fuel from the Tanks of Thanks program. Shafer was nominated for finding time to volunteer, despite working and caring for her family. Recently, she was selected to receive a $50 Tanks of Thanks gift card redeemable at any Cenex location.

           “There are people doing good things in every local community, and these acts of kindness do not go unnoticed or unappreciated,” explains Akhtar Hussain, CHS refined fuels brand marketing manager. “Congratulations to Barbara Shafer, and thank you for your contribution to the community.”

           According to Hussain, Tanks of Thanks is a multiyear program, so there is still plenty of time for others to nominate someone they know for free fuel.  “Nominating someone for Tanks of Thanks is easy, and anyone can nominate or be nominated for any act of kindness – big or small.” 

           To make a nomination, visit TanksofThanks.com and briefly describe why someone deserves a Tank of Thanks.

About Tanks of Thanks

Tanks of Thanks^®, a multiyear program offered by Cenex^®, the CHS energy brand, encourages people to nominate others for free fuel as a way to recognize and reward their contributions to the community. Each month, 100 nominees are drawn at random to receive a Tanks of Thanks gift card worth $50 redeemable at any Cenex-branded retail location. In addition to the monthly drawing, Cenex retailers can also give away Tanks of Thanks gift cards to reward individuals they see doing good in their local communities. In 2012, Tanks of Thanks recognized more than 2,500 people. Visit TanksofThanks.com to make a nomination and read stories from communities across the country.

CHS is a global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States with diversified businesses in energy, grains and foods. CHS supplies energy, crop nutrients, grain marketing services, animal feed, food and food ingredients, along with business solutions including insurance, financial and risk management services. CHS also operates petroleum refineries/pipelines and manufactures, markets and distributes Cenex^® brand refined fuels, lubricants, propane and renewable energy products.

Drivers Ed Classes in Haxtun starting December 1

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Anthony Serrato is offering driver education classes in Haxtun starting December 1st from 1-6pm and continuing December 8th and 15th. If you have questions or want to signup, please contact Mr. Serrato at serratoa@re1valleyschools.org.

Haxtun HS Girls Basketball Team 5K/1mile run/walk fundraiser November 23

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The Haxtun High School Girls Basketball team is hosting a 5k - 1 mile run/walk fundraiser on Saturday, November 23rd. This event will start at 9am from the school parking lot.

Haxtun High School Dessert Concert and Talent Night November 4

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Haxtun High School presents its 17th Annual Dessert Concert and Talent Night on Monday, November 4 at 7pm in the Haxtun High School Gym. There will be delicious morsels, tidbits, and oddities of music and talent to delight the soul's palette, featuring Haxtun High School and Junior High bands and the High School Choir. Complimentary dessert will be served following the concert. Free will donations accepted with proceeds going to the Haxtun Music Department Educational Trip Fund.

Immanuel Lutheran Church Pancake Supper & Bake Sale Nov 8 in Haxtun

The 46th Annual Immanuel Lutheran Church Pancake Supper & Bake sale will be held Friday, November 8th from 5-7pm in the Fellowship Hall of the church located at 400 N Colorado in Haxtun.  Freewill donations will be matched in part by Thrivent and used for youth and congregational activities.

Haxtun Senior Parents - Yearbook Deadlines Announced

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Attention Haxtun Senior Parents! Please be aware of upcoming deadlines for yearbook. Please contact Mrs. Newsome at 774-6111 or kristynewsome@haxtunk12.org if you have questions. November 1st - 4 baby pictures, parent message and $35 (only if you wish to purchase a 1/2 page baby ad for your senior) due. January 10th - digital copy of senior picture due.

Haxtun Honor Society Day of Caring November 1

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The Haxtun National Honor Society will be sponsoring their annual Day of Caring on Friday, November 1st from 8:30am to 12:15pm. This event involves all high school students helping community members with outdoor work. In the past, students have raked leaves, cleaned gardens and washed windows, among many other jobs. Please call 774-6111 to place an order for a work crew to come to your house or email Amy Schadegg at amyschadegg@haxtunk12.org. Just let us know your name, address, phone number and the type of work you want done. There is no charge and they only ask that you supply garbage bags, cleaning supplies, etc.

Haxtun Schools Parent/Teacher Conference Schedule Change

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The Haxtun Schools parent/teacher conferences and teacher in-service dates that were originally scheduled for October 17th & 18th have been moved to October 24th & 25th. Parent/teacher conferences for the elementary and junior high are scheduled for October 24th. You should be receiving a letter in the mail with your appointment time. Contact Cindy at 774-6161 if schedule time(s) will NOT work for you. Conferences in the high school should be scheduled through your child and their homeroom teacher. Please talk with your child about times when you are available. These conferences are student led and should be completed by October 25th.

Blue Skies Riding Poker Run June 1

Blue Skies Riding will hold their "Hogs 4 Horses" Poker Run June 1.  Registration is from 9:30-10:30am at Henry's Pub and Club in Sterling.  Cost is $25 per hand and all vehicles are welcome.  There will also be stops in Fleming, Haxtun, Sedgwick, Crook, and Peetz.  Proceeds benefit Blue Skies Therapeutic Horseback Riding Center.  For more information call 970-521-9965.

Fundraiser for Haxtun Summer Ball Program June 8

The Town of Haxtun's summer ball program will be holding their 2nd Annual Nut Fry and Gaming Night to raise money for the Summer Ball program. The Nut Fry will be held June 8th from 7pm-midnight at the Haxtun Fire Hall. $10 for all you can eat oysters. There will also be Craps tables, Blackjack and a Knockout Board. Come have a ball and support the kids!

Author Stephen Wood to appear at Haxtun Public Library May 13

Stephen Wood, author of "Blizzard of 77," will talk and sign books at the Haxtun Public Library May 13 from 11am-5pm.  You can get your own copy of the book, grab some goodies and have a chat with Stephen. If you happen to have some pictures of that Blizzard the library is also inviting you to come and share them.

Colorado Department of Corrections Search Team Training May 15

The Colorado Department of Corrections Search Team and ERT Teams will be conducting training on May 15 between the hours of 7am and 5pm.  The training exercise will take place in and around the towns of Fleming, Haxtun, and the City of Sterling, and may include city streets and/or county roads in Logan and Phillips counties.  For more information contact Captain Gary Little at 970-521-8817.

Haxtun Public Library holding fundraiser April 27

The Haxtun Public Library will be having a fundraising dinner on April 27^th at 5:30pm at the Haxtun Community Center.  Stephanie Blake, author of The Marble Queen, will discuss her book and will be available to sign books afterward. Tickets can be purchased at the Haxtun Library 774-6106 or by calling Vickie Freemyer at 580-2239 cost is $8.50 for adults and $4.00 for children 12 and under. Tickets must be purchased by April 26th.

No-Till and Cover/Alternative Crop Workshop Feb 15 in Haxtun

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The Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Yuma County Conservation District are having a 'No-Till and Cover/Alternative Crop' workshop at the Haxtun Community Center in Haxtun on Friday, February 15. Registration will begin at 9 am and the workshop will get underway at 9:30 and conclude at 4:00 pm. Refreshments and lunch is provided and there is no registration fee. To reserve a spot and guarantee a lunch register by Friday, February 8 by calling the Yuma County Conservation District at 332-3173 ext. 3 or the Haxtun Conservation District at 970-854-2812 ext. 3.

Immanuel Lutheran Church Pancake Supper & Bake Sale Nov 9 in Haxtun

The 45th Annual Immanuel Lutheran Church Pancake Supper & Bake sale will be held Friday November 9^th, 2012 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in the Fellowship Hall of the church located at 400 N Colorado in Haxtun CO.  Freewill donations will be matched in part by Thrivent and used for youth and congregational activities.