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Health Dept. fighting West Nile

by LINDA HOBBS
Not all mosquitoes are created equal.

Take the Culex Tarsalis, also known as “The Western Encephalitis Mosquito.” She (only the females bite) is the primary transmitter of West Nile Virus.

This blood-sucker is most recognized by the white band on her proboscis (the needle-like straw used to pierce victims), white V’s on her abdomen, as well as black-and-white-banded legs.
Craighead declares for mayor
Fountain City Councilmember Darell Craighead recently announced his intent to run for Mayor of Fountain in the upcoming election in November.

As American as eating pancakes on the 4th of July
Kevin Walker, 8, right, and Catherine Bowers, 10, enjoyed a hearty breakfast provided at the annual Fourth of July Street Breakfast hosted by the Security Fire Department. Mark and Michelle Walker of Security brought their son and niece to the event.
The Fourth of July was celebrated all across the Fountain Valley with a variety of parties, get-togethers and festivals.

Hisey named district president of CCI
El Paso County Commissioner Dennis Hisey was named president of the Front Range District in the state organization, Colorado Counties, Inc.

Celebrating its 100th year anniversary this year, Colorado Counties, Inc. (CCI) is a state-wide association of county commissioners. CCI assists commissioners in delivering cost effective and efficient services to their constituents, fosters collaborative partnerships with citizens and all levels of government...

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