Dec 6, 2009 | The Gazette
Local teen brings smiles to children around the world
When Nikki Saucedo began her search for a project to earn the highest award in Girl Scouting, she knew only that she wanted to do something "to enhance life." Little did she know that her decision to make puppets to comfort children who were having cleft palate surgery would lead to a trip to Ethiopia, a presentation where she taught more than 400 ...
Bringing a smile: Duo travels to Ethiopia on medical mission
In the developing world, a person born with cleft palate, cleft lip or other facial deformities will suffer not only from medical issues but also from social censure.
Tornado Touches Down North of La Junta
Witnesses say the tornado was on the ground or about 20 minutes in an area nine miles northwest of Cheraw.
3-Year-Old Who Drowned In SE Colo. Lake ID'd
A 3-year-old girl who drowned while playing at the edge of Holbrook Lake in Otero County has been formally identified.