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The Martin Jerome Gleason Family Part I of II

The Martin Jerome Gleason Family Part I of II

The Martin Jerome Gleason Family Part I of II

Cheryl Johnson Huban
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Martin and his family settled north of Rye off of what is now Old San Isabel Road. Gleason Canyon is named for this family.Martin was born in Canada in 1852, the fifth child of Cornelius and Margaret Bridget ‘Mary’ Hewitt Gleason. Both of his parents were born in Ireland and married there in 1839.

Your Governing Representatives

News Staff
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
PresidentJoe Biden- Democrat- 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20500 Phone 202-4561414 (switchboard) or 202-456-1111(comments).GovernorGovernor Jared Polis- Democrat- State Capitol Building, room 136, 200 East Colfax, Denver, CO 80203 Phone: 303-8662471 Fax: 303-866-2003 U.S.

Meditation: You Can’t Legislate Morality

Pastor Paul Okins
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
“You can’t legislate morality.” Ever heard that before? Scripture is very clear that the laws we make can’t give us a pure heart. . . and that is true. The rule in history is that there are people who live moral lives but do not have a heart that is pure and toward God.

What to Watch Until Fall Sports Start

News Staff
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
I don’t know about you but from the day the final spring sport ends until the first game or match of the fall sports season starts the time can drag. I’ve got a feeling that a lot of the sports I am about to educate you on, happened in just such a way.
Satruday’s Greenhorn Valley Days featured 50 vendors, games and a variety of food trucks for the well-attended event sponsored by Valley First. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Satruday’s Greenhorn Valley Days featured 50 vendors, games and a variety of food trucks for the well-attended event sponsored by Valley First. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Greenhorn Valley Days Even Bigger and Better

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
It was a beautiful day in the neighborhood as the community turned out to enjoy Greenhorn Valley Days. Dawning as a nice, cool summer day the thick clouds helped control the temperature, which was especially appreciated after the recent heat.

Primary Ballots have No Big Surprises

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
There were very few contested races in the primary election which ended on June 25. On the Republican side of the ballot, one that drew the most interest was replacing Lauren Boebert, who moved to the 4th Congressional District.Jeff Hurd appears to have won the race with 4,193 votes.
Oak Ridge Fire May Burn until July 24

Oak Ridge Fire May Burn until July 24

Oak Ridge Fire May Burn until July 24

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
The Oak Ridge Fire which began with a lightning strike on June 22, is only 5% contained as of Monday. The fire, also as of Monday, has burned 1,190 acres and has 535 personnel trying to put it out.Containment is not expected until at least July 24.The fire is burning 14.5 miles NW of Colorado City.
Why We Celebrate the 4th of July

Why We Celebrate the 4th of July

Why We Celebrate the 4th of July

Jerry Collins
Thursday, June 27, 2024
The Second Continental Congress officially declared independence from Great Britian on July 4, 1776. What caused this momentous day?The road to independence was paved with taxes. The cause was a series of events, which began after the French and Indian War, also know as the Seven Years War in 1763.
Avondale rancher Ryan Froman address the group gathered to learn more about drought management during a recent CSU extension meeting. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Avondale rancher Ryan Froman address the group gathered to learn more about drought management during a recent CSU extension meeting. Photo by Shirley Pigg

CSU Extension Hosts Drought Meeting

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Pueblo County, Colorado State University Extension Office, in conjunction with sponsors South Pueblo County Conservation District and Turkey Creek Conservation District, hosted a drought meeting on June 20.
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