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Community Notice – Scheduled Power Outage Reminder

This is a reminder that the scheduled power outage will take place tomorrow, Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, as confirmed by Xcel Energy.

Please make sure to prepare accordingly for the outage. We recommend planning ahead for any medical needs, charging essential devices, and minimizing opening refrigerators and freezers during the outage period.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

• NEVER run it inside a home, garage, or near windows.
• Place it at least 20 feet away from doors and vents.
• Use heavy-duty outdoor extension cords.
• Do not backfeed into your home unless you have a proper transfer switch installed by a licensed electrician.

Center Winter Festival & Bazaar

12-13 December - Festival 7-9 PM Dec 12, Bazaar 9AM - 3PM Dec 13

Free Hot Cocoa - Winter Vendors

Parade of Lights - Gingerbread Contest

Visit From Santa - Christmas Letter Drop Off

Pictures with Santa - Biscochito Cookoff

For Vendor & Contest Signup Contact Town Hall - 719-754-3497

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Festival y Bazar de Invierno del Centro

12–13 de diciembre – Festival 12 de diciembre de 7 a 9 p.m., Bazar 13 de diciembre de 9 a.m. a 3 p.m.

Chocolate caliente gratis – Vendedores de invierno

Desfile de luces – Concurso de casas de jengibre

Visita de Santa – Buzón para cartas de Navidad

Fotos con Santa – Concurso de biscochitos

Para inscribirse como vendedor o para los concursos, comuníquese con el Ayuntamiento – 719-754-3497

Job Title: Utility Worker (Water, Gas, Electric) Location: Town of Center, CO Pay: $21 – $23/hr DOE Employment Type: Full-Time

Description: The Town of Center is hiring a Utility Worker to assist with the operation, maintenance, and repair of our water, gas, and electric systems. This hands-on position involves working with utility lines, meters, and related infrastructure, responding to service calls, and performing inspections.

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED

· Valid Colorado Driver’s License (Class B CDL preferred or within 6 months)

· Ability to perform physical labor and lift up to 75 lbs

· Experience in utilities is preferred but not required

· Willingness to complete training/certifications in water, gas, or electric

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement plan, paid leave, and training opportunities.

Apply: Pick up an application at Center Town Hall, 294 S. Worth Street, Center, CO 81125 or download from townofcenter.colorado.gov. Submit completed applications in person or via email to jhurtado@centerco.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Check out these programs for small business owners, startup founders, and those with an idea for a business from from the 1st Southwest Community Fund.

Spring Workshops: Such as Budgeting to Create a Profit in Today's Economy, Work from Home 101

The Rural Women-Led Business Fund: Education, Technical Assistance, and loans from $10,000 - $75,000

Fortaleza Fund: Funding and education for immigrant entrepreneurs, $10,000 - $50,000

Additional Loan Funds: Food Truck Loan Fund, Construction Capital Fund, Innovate Onwards, and more...