Author: George Olson

March is Women’s History Month, and the Colorado Tourism Office has compiled a list of some of the most scrumptious goodies that are female-crafted in the state, including a couple of our favorites in Sterling. WICKEDLY GOOD TREATS, STERLING   Elevated riffs on classic pies, pastries, breads, chocolates, cookies, macarons — the list goes on — are just waiting for you in Sterling.   REDS WINE BOUTIQUE, STERLING The perfect gift doesn’t exist, you say? Well, you haven’t purchased a custom bottle of strawberry rhubarb from Reds small-batch winery then! 

1. Skip the Traffic Jams Are you ready for a Colorado road trip to Sterling? Find a variety of ideas to fill your itinerary. Here you’ll discover a plethora of activities for every level of adventure. And to top it all off, you’ll rarely be caught in a traffic jam or stand in line. It’s what we like to call free-range tourism and we’ve got the space to find your place, no matter the weather! 2. Ditch the Long Lines We are open for you to enjoy our culinary culture which includes down-home favorites at the local diners and exquisite cuisine in upscale restaurants. A gigantic scoop of hard...

We think the greater Sterling area is a pretty neat place, but we’re not the only ones. Here are a few favorite reviews of some of our hidden gems. “Sterling has a very nostalgic small-town feel. There are several parks to enjoy, a recreation center, historical museum, and a fantastic downtown area that continues to grow in beauty and businesses. It is comfortable and filled with kind people. Very easy to navigate. There are many fun festivals to attend throughout the year and the Logan County Fair is a major attraction during August.” –A current resident. “I like the atmosphere these...

In northeast Colorado, Logan County is the perfect place to take a scenic, rural drive into the past to “meet” the ghosts of Colorado pioneers who once also traveled across the unmarked prairie. Here are some ideas to get you started. 1. Learn about the Overland Trail, a branch of the famous Oregon Trail along the South Platte River, which was said to be the most heavily traveled road in the country between 1862 and 1868 by miners, fur traders, settlers and Plains Indians. Some of the trail’s sites are marked, so you can stand on the spot where the long-ago stagecoach passengers stopped...

When the temperatures drop, warm up your day with a café au lait or any other cup of joe that’ll help you find your get-up-and-go! Here’s a quick list of Downtown Sterling options for your next Colorado road trip. Roam freely and find other things to do while you’re at it! 1.  From caffeine-infused drinks, and other non-caffeinated specialty drinks, the friendly folks at Brew Grit Coffee have you covered. Try their signature Americano or Tenderfoots, and “the best darn cinnamon roll in northeast Colorado!” (dine-in and drive-thru) 2.  Voted “Best Coffee in Sterling,” Hot Java Espresso...

Wishing you peace, health and happiness in the New Year. May all your journeys be filled with love and joy. Benedicto: May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your rivers flow without end, meandering through pastoral valleys tinkling with bells, past temples and castles and poets’ towers into a dark primeval forest where tigers belch and monkeys howl, through miasmal and mysterious swamps and down into a desert of red rock, blue mesas, domes and pinnacles and grottos of endless stone, and down again into a deep vast ancient unknown...

The Christmas light display on the Logan County Courthouse in downtown Sterling has awed holiday revelers from near and far for decades. C & B Electric staff were the original designers and installers of the annual display and reportedly were inspired by Denver’s Civic Center holiday décor. Read about the history of Christmas lights here. Crews remember working on the display for the first time in 1951 when they were able to look down on the evergreen trees that are now taller than the courthouse from the top of a 10 ft. ladder. The bright display on the historical building in the...

Small business is the heart of Colorado’s economy. There are more than 611,000 small businesses in Colorado, representing more than 99% of Colorado businesses. Supporting small businesses means supporting your community. Jobs Small businesses in Colorado employ more than 1.1 million Coloradans or nearly 50% of the Colorado workforce. Firms with fewer than 100 employees have the largest share of small business employment. Supporting small businesses ensures these jobs remain viable. Safety Small business means fewer patrons...

Our history was built on the backs of the pioneering men and women who were brave enough to stop their wagons on this once barren part of eastern Colorado and set up a place to call home. The spirit of the old west still thrives on the high plains of Colorado and lives on in the rural towns sprinkled across 1,839 square miles that make up Logan County. It’s all here for you to explore as a free-range traveler on your next Colorado road trip! 1.  Visit the Overland Trail Museum which has interpreted and preserved the history of the people of Logan County and those who traveled the...

1. Skip the Traffic Jams Are you looking to plan a visit to Sterling? Find a variety of ideas to fill your itinerary. Maybe you love museums or hiking and biking? Perhaps you enjoy golf or disc golf or fishing and boating? Here you’ll discover a plethora of activities for every level of adventure. And to top it all off, you’ll rarely be caught in a traffic jam or stand in line! Ready for some free-range tourism? We’ve got the space to find your place. 2. Ditch the Long Lines Our culinary culture includes down-home favorites at the local diners and exquisite cuisine in upscale restaurants. A...

1. Creepy Tarry around downtown Sterling to see the Scarecrow Invasion. Let the little goblins be creative at this Artstober event. Trick or Treat *safely* on Main Street Sat., Oct. 30. 2. Corn-y Ghouls or no ghouls, the choice is yours at the Baseggio Family Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze, located at 16695 CR 20.5, outside Atwood, Colo. Through the end of October, the corn maze, attractions, and pumpkin patch are open Saturdays, from 10am-9pm, and Sundays, from 11am-6pm. 3. Comfy Have no fear, we have plenty of options for a good night’s rest after stirring up the spooks. Make sure you look...