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Household Hazardous Waste Collection

News Staff
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Public Deptartment of Health and Environment community collection for household hazardous waste will be held Saturday, April 23 from 8:00 a.m. -noon at Mineral Palace Park, 1600 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Pueblo.

D70 Board Sees Continued Change

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Changes in personnel were announced during the April 5, D70 board meeting and the March 29, work session. Ted Ortiviz was welcomed back as Bond Manager.
The Rye Fire Protection District, Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, and Flight for Life helicopter took over the Rye High School’s parking lot on Thursday, April 7 from 9-11 am. These amazing organizations set up a simulated “prom night” car crash to remind students to be safe while driving to and from their upcoming prom. Photo by Shirley PIgg

The Rye Fire Protection District, Pueblo County Sheriff's Office, and Flight for Life helicopter took over the Rye High School’s parking lot on Thursday, April 7 from 9-11 am. These amazing organizations set up a simulated “prom night” car crash to remind students to be safe while driving to and from their upcoming prom. Photo by Shirley PIgg

Board of Directors Shares Vision for RFPD

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
This is an interview with the three candidates for the Rye Fire Protection District Board of Directors. There are three positions open and three candidates so the election will not be held.This interview will give you an idea about their opinions and philosophy. 1.
Colorado City Metro District Board of Directors Candidates Sound Off

Colorado City Metro District Board of Directors Candidates Sound Off

Colorado City Metro District Board of Directors Candidates Sound Off

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, April 13, 2022
Below are thoughts from the four candidates running for the Colorado City Metro District Board of Directors on a variety of topics. The responses are printed in the order the names appear on the ballot. Editing was kept to a minimum, to prevent changes in the meaning of these response.
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Annual K-12 Student Art Show and Concert

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
The Annual K-12 Student Art Show and Concert was held Wednesday, March 30, after being cancelled due to bad weather on the originally scheduled date of March 10. Many performers of all ages participated, and many different genres were represented.

CCMD Executive Session to Study Job Descriptions

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Part one of the March 29, Colorado City Metropolitan District (CCMD) Board meeting ended in an adjournment to executive session as per Statute 24-6-402-4 of the Colorado Revised Statutes for a discussion of District Manager Jim Eccher and CCMD Finance Manager Yvonne Barron’s positions.
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Chamber Moving Forward with Business EXPO Plans

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
The Greenhorn Valley Chamber of Commerce is moving forward with plans for the annual Business Expo, which has been upgraded to include a Casino Night event played with funny money. The Business Expo and Casino Night will be held on June 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Craver Middle School.
Cody Purcell began his new position as District Wildlife Manager in the Colorado City/Rye area on April 4, 2022. Courtesy Photo

Cody Purcell began his new position as District Wildlife Manager in the Colorado City/Rye area on April 4, 2022. Courtesy Photo

Pueblo Born Purcell Takes District Wildlife Manager Position

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Cody Purcell began his first day of work as the Colorado City/Rye District Wildlife Manager on Monday, and was feeling quite at home. Purcell and wife Moriah are both Pueblo natives and their families still live in the Pueblo area.
Master Gardener Margaret Barber helps at the VFC Community Gardern. Courtesy Photo

Master Gardener Margaret Barber helps at the VFC Community Gardern. Courtesy Photo

Community Garden Plots Available in Colorado City

Susan Kalman
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
Spring is here, and it’s time to start your garden! The community garden offered by Volunteers for Community (VFC) is now available for gardeners to use. The garden is conveniently located next to the swimming pool in Colorado City.
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