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Alderfer Three Sisters Open Space Park

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
I can almost hear what you’re thinking. “Another adventure? Do those two ever stay home?” A fair question. After just visiting the Hornbek Homestead last week, I’m sure the Willie Nelson classic “On the Road Again” is echoing in your ears.

Caucus Week Begins March 1

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Caucus Week 2022 will be held over five days from March 1st through March 5th. Tuesday, March 1, 2022, is Republican Party Precinct Caucus Day. Saturday, March 5, 2022, is Democratic Party Precinct Caucus Day.
Rye Fire Board Discusses Upcoming Election and Vacancies

Rye Fire Board Discusses Upcoming Election and Vacancies

Rye Fire Board Discusses Upcoming Election and Vacancies

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
The Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) has three board positions open in the upcoming election. Chairman John Schaiberger is unable to run again under term limits and George McGoff will not be seeking reelection. Mike Graber’s position is also up for reelection and he will be running again.
The home Adeline Hornbek built for herself and four children in Florissant, Colorado.

The home Adeline Hornbek built for herself and four children in Florissant, Colorado.

The Hornbek Homestead

Terry Kraus
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Adeline Hornbek and her four children took advantage of the Homestead Act passed in May of 1862. The act required the homesteader to be a U.S. citizen, head of a family, and over 21 years of age.
Town of Rye Concerned about Water Loss

Town of Rye Concerned about Water Loss

Town of Rye Concerned about Water Loss

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Mayor Pro Tem Sheila Henderson oversaw the January 12, 2022 Town of Rye meeting. Town of Rye employee Gib Rokich presented the water treatment plant report prepared by Rye Operator in Responsible Charge, Richard Hopp. Rokich pointed out that the town is using 40,000 gallons of water per day.
The Craver Middle School Patriot’s Pen Ceremony honors award winners and local veterans of foreign wars. L-R, teacher, Erin Sonnleitner; Veteran Tom Howard, student Miriam Peterson, Auxilliary President Toni Liebnow, stu dent Shiloh Rutledge, Veteran Jerry Collins, and Veteran Jimmie Porter. Photo by Shirley Pigg

The Craver Middle School Patriot’s Pen Ceremony honors award winners and local veterans of foreign wars. L-R, teacher, Erin Sonnleitner; Veteran Tom Howard, student Miriam Peterson, Auxilliary President Toni Liebnow, stu dent Shiloh Rutledge, Veteran Jerry Collins, and Veteran Jimmie Porter. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Craver Students Win VFW Patriot's Pen Contest

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Craver Middle School hosted an awards ceremony on Tuesday, February 8, acknowledging students who won and placed in a recent contest sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

CCMD Board Approves Funding for New Equipment

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, February 17, 2022
The Colorado City Metropolitan Board approved two motions to allow for funding to purchase a dump truck and an ATV with a snowplow. At prior meetings, District Manager Jim Eccher presented evidence that the CCMD dump truck is worn out and trucks that were for sale for the board’s consideration.
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