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Remarkably Bright Creatures

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

The Greenhorn Valley Book Club gathered on Thursday, October 26, at the Greenhorn Library to discuss the novel, Remarkably Bright Creatures. The lighthearted, detailed, and fun book brought out a lightness in the group, as well, as they discussed the characters and detailed plot.

The northbound lanes of I-25 between Abbey Road and Burnt Mill Road were a series of one accident after another Sunday afternoon. Courtesy Photo

Series of I-25 Crashes Led to Closure Sunday

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

I-25 was closed for several hours Sunday afternoon, October 29 as the area’s first major snowfall turned the Interstate slushy and slick.

The St. Charles burn area on Monday afternoon. Photo by Deb Starub

Saint Charles Fire Slows up Because of Snow

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

As of 9:00 a.m. on October 30, the St. Charles Fire had burned 459 acres and was 23% contained. The snowfall and colder temperatures have slowed the fire’s growth and reduced the fire behavior.

VFW Post 7305 Officers (L-R) Tom Howard, Adjutant/Quartermaster; Jerry Collins, Junior Vice Commander; and Donald Shumake, Chapain, attend a post renaming ceremony honoring the late Fred Ettleman on Saturday. Photo by Terry Kraus

Honors LTC Fred A. Ettleman

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

About 40 people paid their respects and honored Lieutenant Colonel Fred A. Ettleman, U.S. Army Retired on Saturday, October 28, at the unveiling of a commemorative sign and the renaming of VFW Post 7305. The event was at the meeting place for VFW Post 7305, 5445 Cuerno Verde Blvd.

On Sunday helicoptors were seen lifting water from Lake Isabel to fight the blaze northwest of Colorado City and Rye. Photo courtesy of Deb Straub

St. Charles Fire Approaching 300 Acres

Terry Kraus

Thursday, October 26, 2023

The St. Charles Fire continues to burn with zero containment as of mid-morning on Tuesday. At 9:45 a.m. Tuesday the acreage burned had increased to 266 acres, and an ever widening preevacuation area is being considered.

VFC Prepares for Upcoming Activities

Shirley Pigg

Thursday, October 26, 2023

During the Sangre De Cristo Volunteers for Community open board meeting many upcoming events were announced. Senior Resource Development Agency (SRDA) meals will begin serving senior lunches on Tuesday, October 24, and will occur each Tuesday, thereafter.

1st place winner, Gerad Williams poses with his 1956 Chevy Nomad. Photo by Shirley Pigg

9th Annual Colorado City Rye Lions

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

The 9th Annual Colorado City Rye Lions Car Show was a grand slam hit again this year. This event is one of the community’s favorites, as it draws fascinating cars from all over the state.

Greenhorn Valley Baptist Church Pastor Paul Okins, with wife Ashleigh and family. Coutesy Photo

New Baptist Preacher and Wife Have a Heart for God’s Children

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Paul and Ashleigh Okins left Minnesota for the sunny plains of Pueblo seeking a climate that had less snowfall and less cold weather. They arrived in their new home in 2003, and have encountered changes ever since. One of the reasons they chose Pueblo is because it had a college.

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Pueblo County Sheriff Visits Town of Rye Board Meeting

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

At the September 13 meeting of the Town of Rye, Pueblo County Sheriff David Lucero did a presentation for the Trustees. Lucero began the meeting with an affirmation that he will continue to hold meetings and help answer questions the community has.

Nathan Roskop, Rye Elementary School Good News Club Team Leader Courtesy Photo

Good News Club Formed for K-5th Graders

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Thursday, November 2, is the scheduled launch date of the Rye Elementary School Good News Club, according to Nathan Roskop, Rye Elementary School Good News Club Team Leader.

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