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🌱 Were you at Delta Health on May 27? Read this measles alert

Delta, Colorado Patch AM: a 3 min read

Good morning Delta! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Were you at Delta Health on May 27? Read this measles alert
  • Why a Delta cottonwood tree still shapes one journalist’s life

Also on today's calendar: Delta Dino Deco Kick-Off Party and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 92 and low of 54 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 92, low: 54.
  • Friday: Sunshine and hot, with a high of 96 and low of 54 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Delta County's first measles case is Colorado's 23rd of the year, could indicate possible local spread (cpr.org) — Delta County has confirmed its first measles case of 2026 in a young child, with possible exposure at a Delta Health urgent care and emergency department on May 27. Health officials are investigating potential community spread and urging Delta residents—especially families and immunocompromised people—to watch for symptoms, check MMR vaccination status, and call ahead before seeking in‑person medical care if measles is suspected.
   

• Southern Ute Drum editor reflects on lessons learned at tribal newspaper (durangoherald.com) — A longtime Southern Ute Drum editor recalls covering a beloved centuries‑old cottonwood tree in the city of Delta that tribal leaders used as a gathering place before it was removed. His reflections highlight how trust, cultural participation, and careful storytelling shape respectful coverage of tribal communities and their history.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Sonic Drive-In posted a job opening for Cook in Delta. Apply here.
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Shift Lead in Delta. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Delta here.

🗞 Nearby News

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Ok Delta! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Delta

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Delta

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.