Tri on the Plains For the adventurous, try on the plains and register for the Tri on the Plains. This event includes a sprint triathlon, a sprint duathlon and a youth triathlon. Plus, beer, so there’s that. Learn more here. Keep Calm and Eat Barbecue The Hot Spot Smokehouse in Peetz is a small town bar and grill with some of the best barbecue around. Find out more here. Super Heroes and So Much More Fun Run/Walk/Stroll… food trucks… live music… shopping… fun for all ages. What more do you need?? Head to the town of Merino on Saturday, June 23 for a fun-filled day.

You won’t want to miss the Northeastern Junior College Young Farmers TRACTOR PULL Saturday, June 16, starting at 6 pm at the Logan County Fairgrounds!  

Sterling Xpress The summer team of college baseball players will open the new season in Sterling against the Pirates Friday, June 8. Read about it here. Relay for Life Have fun AND support a good cause! The public is encouraged to support the teams who set up themed campsites on Saturday and continue their fundraising efforts by collecting donations for food, goods, games and activities. Learn more here. Get the Scoop … a scoop of premium hard ice cream, that is! Enjoy this quaint shop in the remodeled former Simkins Grocery in downtown Sterling for ice cream, coffee, soups and salads. Find...

  Logan County’s municipalities are filled with the ghosts of times past – if only by the structures left behind by those who inhabited our area in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Continuing our historical tour in and around downtown Sterling, we have the opportunity to learn about some of the grand old buildings that line the streets. If you let your mind wander to think about what it must have been like in those early days, you might just spark your imagination to relive those “good ol’ days” filled with stage coach stations, gunfights, cattlemen and sugar beets.

Fishing is Fun Day Celebrate Colorado’s Free Fishing weekend at the Overland Trail Recreation Area.

Youth Fishing Tournament Memorial Day Weekend, May 25-27 at North Sterling State Park. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest fish of any kind caught! Learn more here. Summer Jam Join the fun at Parts & Labor Brewing Company as they kick off summer with a triple beer release on Saturday, May 26. The patio officially opens and the Juke Joint Cruisers will be rockin’ the night away. The beers release at 2 pm, the kebabs will come off the grill starting at 5 pm, and the band takes over at 6 pm. Read more here. Art + Science = Sacred Matter Check out the super groovy glass blowers’ studio...

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.

Explore the Overland Trail Museum The Overland Trail Museum is a fun way to experience Logan County history through interactive exhibits, cool artifacts and historic buildings. 110 Overland Trail in Sterling, 970-522-3895. Learn more here. Dine at local favorite Eat a great meal at the J&L Café, a greasy spoon in the best sense of the term; this All-American diner has been a Sterling favorite since the 1930s. 423 N Third St., 970-522-3625. Learn more here. Discover Downtown Sterling Main Street stores are full of artisan gifts, antiques, clothing boutiques and tasty treats. Veer off...

PHOTOGRAPHY POP-UP GALLERY Downtown Sterling – Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28 CHALK THE WALK Downtown Sterling – Saturday, April 28 MUDEVIL DAYS Northeastern Junior College North Campus area – Saturday, April 28      

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...