With the return of the La Plata County Fair, The Telegraph asked: “What's your blue ribbon event?”

 

Laura Sainio

“Making out with the bearded lady.”


 

Hannah Burnett

 

“Noodle eating.”


 

Shannon Hahn

 

“Ropin’ rodeo clowns.”

 

Thad Ferrell

“The midget toss.”



 

Jeremy Miglinas

“Poking chickens”

 

In this week's issue...

September 11, 2025
Back on top

After harrowing flying accident, local highliner steps back out with renewed mission
 

September 11, 2025
New order

Rule change for Land and Water Conservation Fund raises alarms

September 4, 2025
Armed with knowledge

Local community organizers work to ensure immigrant neighbors know their rights