Around Town

Next Wednesday is the FCA kickoff

Fellowship of Christian Athletes, a nondenominational youth group, will be meeting on Wednesday nights, beginning next Wednesday, Oct. 7, at the Peerless Theatre at 7 p.m. All junior high and high school kids are invited for games, snacks and a lesson. For more info, contact Ashley Sullivan at 970-466-3551.

BASIC Training launches next Wednesday

First Baptist Church is kicking off its BASIC Training program next Wednesday night.  The program is nondenominational, and it teaches Bible stories and Scripture through songs, games and stories. There is no cost, and kids in kindergarten through sixth grade are welcome. BASIC Training will run weekly on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8 p.m. at 1000 E. Johnson St. in Holyoke. For more information, call the church office at 970-854-2452.

Feedback sought on drought experiences

The Colorado departments of agriculture and natural resources invite all who are experiencing the impacts of drought, particularly in agriculture, to submit their drought-related stories online through a dedicated “Drought Virtual Tour” website managed by the Colorado Water Conservation Board at https://engagecwcb.org/drought-virtual-tour. Anecdotal reports, stories, photos, videos or recommendations from agriculture producers and communities regarding drought conditions, economic challenges and adaptive solutions are encouraged. The info gathered will directly inform statewide drought response efforts. For more info, contact drought@state.co.us.  

No school Friday

Students and staff at Holyoke School District will get the day off Friday, Oct. 2.