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Community garden participants enjoy working together in a previous year's garden. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Community garden participants enjoy working together in a previous year's garden. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Community Garden Welcomes New Coordinator

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
The Volunteers for Community (VFC) are excited to announce that Margie Knight has taken on the role of coordinator for the 2026 Community Garden. Knight, who was one of the founders of the original Community Garden, expressed her enthusiasm for returning to this role.
Tim and Cheryl Carl love the mountains and the Rye/Colorado City area Courtesy Photo

Tim and Cheryl Carl love the mountains and the Rye/Colorado City area Courtesy Photo

Metro Prepares for Final Painting of Water Tank #1

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
The Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) conducted their first meeting for the month of March on the 10, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the CCMD meeting room. Four of the five board members were present in person and the fifth board member was present on Zoom.

Rye FFA Invites the Community to their Big Night

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The Rye High School FFA Chapter invites everyone to participate in a beloved tradition as they prepare for their 10th Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.This event has become one of the most popular in the community, growing bigger and better each year.
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What Our Readers Say

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
What would you like to see more of in the Greenhorn Valley View?1. Articles from clubs, golfing, etc2. Upcoming events/activities, with lead time to attend/participate 3. Good balance!4. Names of people in the pictures. They don’t really mean much if you don’t know who they are.5.
Multiple agencies responded to the Lascar Fire to get it contained quickly. Courtesy Photo

Multiple agencies responded to the Lascar Fire to get it contained quickly. Courtesy Photo

Two Arrested in Connection with Lascar Fire

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Although the Lascar Fire is still an active investigation, Collin Bates and Jana Dunn were arrested on March 3, 2026, for their alleged role in that wildfire. Both face multiple felony arson and criminal mischief charges.
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So Long Myrtle

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Patty Knupp, Area Wildlife Biologist Natural Resource Conservation ServicePueblo County Natural Resource team worked to dig up myrtle spurge plants in Colorado City just north of Graneros Gorge last week after an alert visitor spotted some plants.
At Table Mountain Church, you’re welcome to sit at a table, in chairs or in the coffee shop Courtesy Photo

At Table Mountain Church, you’re welcome to sit at a table, in chairs or in the coffee shop Courtesy Photo

Table Mountain Church Wants to Know Jesus

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Pastor Shane Bennett is unapologetic for his Table Mountain congregation when you visit either the 9:00 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.Sunday morning worship service. “We’re a pretty friendly and hospitable bunch,” the lead Pastor acknowledges.
Amanda Weidner, a Horticulture Specialist from the Pueblo County CSU Extension Office, shared some suggestions for fire-resistant plants Photo by Shirley Pigg

Amanda Weidner, a Horticulture Specialist from the Pueblo County CSU Extension Office, shared some suggestions for fire-resistant plants Photo by Shirley Pigg

Horticulture Specialist Shares Methods of Fire-Resistant Landscaping

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Amanda Weidner, a Horticulture Specialist from the Pueblo County CSU Extension Office, recently presented valuable insights on fire-resistant landscaping at the Susan Kalman Peaks to Prairie Community Center building.
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