Come Home for the Holidays Sterling is the perfect Hallmark-style town to visit over the holidays. With the Historical Logan County Courthouse as the centerpiece in the quaint downtown area, amble among the lighted trees, street lamps and seasonally decorated storefronts. Browse and shop at the many unique boutiques and specialty stores. Stop for a bite to eat at a heated patio, or enjoy in-door dining with a handmade beer. Bring mittens to playfully toss a snowball at your crush under the glow of the Christmas lights. The two-story-tall Christmas tree inside the rotunda of the Logan...

Shop for Sterling-made Gifts We’ve rounded up our best list of items crafted exclusively in Sterling, Colorado, to take home or to share with loved ones. Colorado Popcorn Company – A gourmet popcorn manufacturer, wholesaler and local retailer in Sterling. Cualtzy Bakery & Treats – Traditional Mexican treats baked fresh daily + custom cakes and cupcakes. High Plains Spice Company – Hand-mixed seasoning, tea and coffee blends, from everyday to gourmet. Mike’s Meat Market – Beef sticks and summer sausage handmade from start to finish. Parts & Labor Brewing – Handcrafted...

Sterling is the perfect Hallmark-style town to visit over the holidays. With the Historical Logan County Courthouse as the centerpiece in the quaint downtown area, amble among the lighted trees, street lamps and seasonally decorated storefronts. Browse and shop at the many unique boutiques and specialty stores. Stop for a bite to eat at a heated patio, or enjoy in-door dining with a handmade beer. Bring mittens to playfully toss a snowball at your crush under the glow of the Christmas lights. The two-story-tall Christmas tree inside the rotunda of the Logan County Courthouse will be...

Bird watchers are finding their perfect playground on the Pioneering Plains of northeastern Colorado. The natural backdrop

This might be the last weekend for quality leaf-peeping in the northeast corner of Colorado so you’re not going to want to miss out. This is a perfect opportunity for a fall foliage road trip to Sterling and Logan County to take a look at autumn’s lovely colors outside of the more busy destinations. Experience northeast Colorado’s broad display of colorful fall foliage. Pack snacks in the car and take a leisurely drive to the North Sterling State Park, and enjoy the open countryside around it. Take time for a brisk walk along the South Platte River trails in Sterling near the Overland...

Take a little road trip this fall to northeast Colorado. The shift in seasons brings autumn traditions across the state, including this

Oh, sweet September! It’s time for Sugar Beet Days. Sugar Beet Days is a fun two-day annual festival the third week of September which celebrates the agricultural

The Sterling Fire Department will be hosting a memorial ceremony to honor the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The community is invited to join us as we remember all those we lost. The ceremony will take place on September 11 at the Logan County Courthouse at 7:30 am. In addition, Logan County employees will be placing 2,977 flags on the Courthouse lawn in memory of those killed in the 9/11 attacks to accompany the observance on Saturday. Those who wish to attend the ceremony are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Art Rocks! Two rock painting events are planned for the weekend: o  ...

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A Long Weekend on Colorado’s High Plains Need to get away from the hustle and bustle? Get in a free-range state of mind in Logan County, where there are never any traffic jams or long lines. Stroll downtown Sterling’s charming art galleries and historic buildings, experience the authenticity of Colorado’s eastern plains just two hours east of Denver and walk in the footsteps of one of the largest population booms in U.S. history. Sterling, Logan County’s largest city, recently underwent a renaissance of growth with new restaurants, a brewery and specialty shops — making it the...

(Excerpted from Sterling Journal-Advocate) Ever wondered what’s on the upper levels of the Sterling Post Office or maybe you’re curious about the architectural

Logan County has a total area of 1,845 square miles, of which 1,839 square miles is land and