Author: George Olson

SUPPORT THE LOCAL THESPIANS Sterling High School will present Bye Bye Birdie in three performances, Thurs-Fri-Sat, March 22-23-24 in the SHS Frank Hunter Theater. Doors open at 6:30 pm, with curtains at 7 pm. When the draft selects rock star Conrad Birdie, his fans are devastated, but none more than struggling

Sterling Public Library – Quilt Show Now on display through the month of March Over 50 entries are on display at the 15th annual Quilt Show at the Sterling Public Library. Stop in and enjoy the craftsmanship and vote for your favorite entry. Click HERE for more information about the library and hours of operation. (Journal Advocate photo) North Sterling State Park With temperatures forcasted in the mid 50s this weekend, North Sterling State Park is the perfect place to get out and enjoy some fresh air. Roam freely by yourself or load up the kiddos and explore. Pack a lunch and enjoy...

Sterling Public Library – Quilt Show Now on display through the month of March Over 50 entries are on display at the 15th annual Quilt Show at the Sterling Public Library. Stop in and enjoy the craftsmanship and vote for your favorite entry. Click HERE for more information. (Journal Advocate photo) North Sterling State Park With temperatures forcasted in the mid 50s this weekend, North Sterling State Park is the perfect place to get out and enjoy some fresh air. Roam freely by yourself or load up the kiddos and explore. Pack a lunch and enjoy a hike on one of the many paths in the...

It’s a good time to be in Sterling and Logan County. The cooperation of many has ignited the revitalization of Sterling’s downtown. The abundance of natural resources has

Mark your calendars for the Easter Open House at Sterling Creatives on Friday, March 2, from 1:30-6 pm. The gallery will be re-set for spring with beautiful artwork, delicious refreshments, artist demonstrations and so much more!   Sterling Creatives is located at 120 North 4th Street in Sterling. Like Sterling Creatives on Facebook or checkout their website at www.sterlingcreatives.org.    

Northeastern Junior College Athletics Hoops Homecoming All Day Sat., Feb. 17 On The NJC Campus and Bank of Colorado Event Center It’s Hoops Homecoming at NJC on Feb. 17. Walk around the Alumni Heritage Center, take a campus tour, and attend a reception during both the men’s and women’s basketball games. Card carrying members of the Alumni Association will receive free admission. Meet your fellow alumni and cheer on the Plainsmen and Plainswomen. Learn more HERE.

(Photo courtesy of Harry Wade) Happy Valentine’s Day. The day of romance. Cards. Candy. Flowers. I love you. Today is a celebration of what according to the Oxford Dictionary says is an “intense feeling of deep affection” or…

A Downtown Sterling Holiday Thursday December 7, 4-8 pm Grab your your cold weather gear and holiday cheer, And join in the fun downtown. There’s a bonfire and s’mores, and music to hear, And shopping bargains to be found. Don’t forget your friends and families, And bring your appetites. You’ll see Santa and elves and lighted trees, And plenty of sparkling Christmas lights!

Sterling will be sparkling with visions of a Norman Rockwell Christmas at the annual Parade of Lights, Thursday, November 30. The parade will start at 6 pm in downtown Sterling so make sure you get your spot to see the elaborate entries as they drive by the beautifully lit Logan County Courthouse Square. Visitors can enjoy freshly popped popcorn at the nostalgic Clarence’s Corner from 3-7 pm or a chili supper at the Sterling Elks Lodge, 211 Ash St., from 4-7 pm. There will also be time to tell your Christmas wishes to Santa after the parade in the Logan County Courthouse Gazebo.  

The schedule is chock-full of events and activities at the Overland Trail Museum during October!