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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, Walsenburg at 719-989-7853. 41-TFN

PAINTING SERVICES AVAILABLE on exterior and interior structures. Excellent work ethic! Reasonable rates! PLUS- free estimates! References. Handyman duty, also! “There’s no time like the present time to get things done.”719-568-8364 or 719-989-0367. 06-4XP

P.A.R. KINGS JEWELRY shop. Fine jewelry repairs, platinum, gold, silver. Loose stone replacement, settings. Eyeglass repair, watch batteries, small jobs while you wait. 134 W. Main, Ste 35. Trinidad. In the back of the Bell Block. 719-220-0117. 44-4XP

AFFORDABLE CARPET CLEANING- Southern Colorado from Pueblo to Trinidad. Residential/ Commerical. 30 years experience. Free quotes, senior discounts. Call Sam or Sylvia at (719) 890-1079 0r (719) 989-7824. 48-TFN

CHEAPER THAN THE OTHER GUYS” – painting and/or yard/house cleanup removal. We are local, clean, hard working, punctual and mature. Call Peter for a free estimate! (720) 275-1693 07-5XP

Help Wanted

CHIROPRACTIC OFFICE needs a part-time, professional, energetic, dependable assistant. Position involves organizing workload and handling a busy reception area. Must be able to multi-task, exceptional customer service and phone skills a must. Computer and data entry experience needed. Email resume to jtvigildc@yahoo.com or mail to 110 E 6th Street, Walsenburg, CO 81089. 06-4XU

THE LA VETA PUBLIC LIBRARY has an opening for a full-time Library Assistant to join a creative and community-minded team. We are looking for someone who is literate, detail-oriented, and energetic, who enjoys working with people, has exceptional technology skills, and a great sense of humor. Job-sharing is possible if no qualified applicants are found for the full-time position. In that case, there will be two, 20 to 24 hours a week openings for a Library Clerk and a Library Assistant. To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter to Director@lvpl.org. More details and a full job description are also available by email or at the Library – 310 S. Main Street, La Veta. Applications are due by 5:30 pm on March 6, 2015. 07-3XU

LA VETA FIRE Protection District (LVFPD) is accepting sealed bids on a 1986 Ford Pickup. Vehicle being sold with utility boxes and “as is” except the pump and tank unit will be removed. Actual miles are 42,487. View at the east side of the La Veta Fire Protection District Fire Station, 100 Birch, La Veta, CO. Call Fire Chief David DeTray for additional information or to make an appointment. Or call 719-742-3656 – leave message and your call will be returned to give more information and make an appointment to inspect vehicle. Sealed bids must be received by 5:00 PM on March 8, 2018 and marked “SEALED BID – 1986 Ford Pickup”. Mailing address is; La Veta Fire Protection District, P.O. Box 44, La Veta, CO 81055. Minimum starting bid is $1,500.00 and LVFPD reserves right to refuse any/all bids. 08-4XU

NV Paint & Body. Located: Trinidad, CO. We are looking for experienced Auto Body Painter and Tech. Pay based on experience. Send resume: nvcreativedesigns@gmail.com or call for info: 719-859-2353 09-2XP

LAS ANIMAS CO. Rehabilitation Center, Inc. is accepting applications for the position of Residential Program Manager. Job Duties: The Residential Program Manager is responsible for the day to day operation and supervision of assigned residential facilities and/or host homes, to include training and scheduling of up to 15 direct care staff to assure that programs are operated in compliance with Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Division of Human Services rules and regulations. Qualifications: BA in Human Services field. Experience in the field of Intellectual and Developmentally Disabled individuals is preferred. Computer proficiency and effective oral and written communication skills are a must. Applicants must have a valid Colorado driver’s license. This is a Full Time hourly position with benefits. Please submit application and resume to: Chrissy Whalen, HR/Staff Development Las Animas County Rehabilitation Center, Inc. 1205 Congress Dr. Trinidad, CO 81082 (719) 846-3391 X122, chrissywhalen@scdds.com 09-1XU

THE RATON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Business Manager to join our team with the following qualifications: * BA + degree in Accounting or Business preferred. * Must meet qualifications to obtain a N.M. Public Education Dept. (PED) Business Manager License. A person seeking this license shall have completed one or more of the following:- A current certified public accountant certificate, or A bachelors, masters, or doctorate degree in accounting, business, or a related field with at least 24 semester hours in accounting or business coursework from approved university or, An associate’s degree in accounting or a related field including 24 hours in accounting or business courses, plus at least 3 years verifiable employment experience as a school business official, or A high school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of verifiable employment experience working under the supervision of a licensed school business official and 40 hours of licensure credit for school business official license continuing education. * A person receiving an initial school business license shall be issued a 1-year conditional license that shall convert automatically to a 3- year level l license provided that during this first year the person satisfactorily completes a training program approved by the PED. (per 6.63.12.8 NMAC) * Experience in dealing with public school finances and state budget * Must pass a background check to be completed upon hiring * Supervisory experience preferred Excellent benefits and salary dependent upon school business experience and follows current school business manager salary schedule. To obtain a certified application, go to www.ratonschools.com/districtoffice to employment. Deadline for applying for this position is 3/15/2018 at 2pm. Interested parties must submit a letter of interest, resume, transcripts and application to: Raton Public Schools, Attn: Karen Walton 1550 Tiger Circle 09-1XU

 

 

For Rent

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

FOR RENT:  Mtn Cuchara townhouse, 2 BDRM, loft, fully furnished, $925/month. 785-346-6218. 07-09-11-U

LA VETA – 4 BEDROOM house, $1,500 Studio Apt. $700. Phone 831-801-9261 or email info@lavetahouse.com 02-5XP

 

 

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

A COZY 2 BDRM house for sale on 43 acres, Gardner, CO. Wood burning stove, Propane stove, All appliances & furniture. Serious Inquires Only, 620-353-7533 08-4XU

HOME WITH MINERAL AND WATER RIGHTS. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, great room, kitchen with island, formal dining room, laundry room, wet bar, three-car loafing sheds, large workshop and four other out buildings on 48 acres backing to BLM land. Water and mineral rights. West of Aguilar. $280,000. 303-815-5413. 08-2XP

Vehicles

2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited 4X4, Rubicon, Lifted, Winch, New 35’s #8374 $33,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

1999 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4X4, Lariat, 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel, Topper #8370 $14,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 28-TFN

2008 Ford Explorer 4X4, Eddie Bauer, V8, 3rd row, Sunroof, DVD, 82k miles #8372 $11,950 Fultons Used Cars, Pueblo, 719-542-2268. 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 O 81089. 719-738-1992 or 719-738-2840. 24-TFN

Class

Beginning Watercolor Classes in La Veta Fridays 1:30 – 4:30 pm. $20 per class. Materials $5. Adults. Call ahead to attend. Kathy Hill 719 742-5756 Email: kathyhillart@gmail.com.Website: www.kathywhill.com 05-TFN

 

Misc.

SALE: Antique and contemporary furniture, stained glass, tables, chairs, music, children’s furniture, more. United Church of Walsenburg, Main and Kansas. 9-3 Saturday, March 10. Preview 2-6 March 9. 719-738-2840. Cash, checks, credit cards. 08-3XU

INDEPENDENT DRIVER: Rocky Mountain Metals is looking for an independent driver with the following: 1-Ton truck, gooseneck trailer, licensed and insured, ELD & DOT registered Contact RMM/Melanie Wahl for an interview – 575-445-2756 08-4XU

LARGE GREENHOUSES. Great prices. Made in Colorado, for Colorado. (970) 726-9555. altitudegreenhouses.com 09-4XP

 

Lien

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 11, 2018, the below described property will be sold by sealed bid. The property can be seen at Paperback Trading Post, 111 W. 4th St in Walsenburg. Storage Unit #21, occupied by Krystal Mislyn. 1 Queen sized bed, 1 rowing machine, 1 table, 1 Coleman cooler, 15 boxes, 15 bags, pillows, glass top table, mirror. 09-2XU

Cement plant concerns

Building inspector suggests a negotiated move out of Northlands to site near prison WALSENBURG — The Walsenburg City Council convened a special meeting Friday, March

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