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Upcoming Election Could Cost CCMD $38,000

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
During the February 14 board meeting, District Manager Jim Eccher reminded the Colorado City Metropolitan District (CCMD) board that the Pueblo County Clerk and Recorder has said they will not run the election for special districts this year.
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RFPD Tending to Election and Audit Matters

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Election matters and audit updates topped the discussions at the brief February 20 Rye Fire Protection District meeting. Lifetime Greenhorn Valley resident, Dan Wachob was on hand to express interest in filling the vacancy on the RFPD board.
The Mckinney family continues to recover following the loss of their home to fire on Febrauary 17. The Greenhorn Valley community continues to provide support through GoFundMe.com Courtesy Photo

The Mckinney family continues to recover following the loss of their home to fire on Febrauary 17. The Greenhorn Valley community continues to provide support through GoFundMe.com Courtesy Photo

Family’s House Fire is a Devastating Loss

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Have you ever had one of those nightmares that just keeps getting worse and worse, but you can’t get away from it? That is what life became like for Brandy, Shane, Logan, and Hannah McKinney on Friday, February 17 when their home caught on fire and burned to the ground.
The beginning of March is the projected opening for the new Circle K in Colorado City. Photo by Shirley Pigg

The beginning of March is the projected opening for the new Circle K in Colorado City. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Colorado City Circle K Nears Completion

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
The brand-new building, fuel pumps, and parking lots for the Circle K convenience store at 8950 South I-25 (the Junction of Hwy 165 and I25), Colorado City, is rapidly nearing completion.
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Colorado Rural Water Assists Town of Rye

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
During the January 11, Town of Rye meeting, Town Clerk Jocelyn Mower stated that Colorado Rural Water Association (CRWA) is in the process of helping the town create and implement an asset management program for free.
A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Saturday at the Grand Opening of Mountain Blooms with the Greenhorn Valley Chamber of Commerce. The new business is located on Main Street in Rye. Photo by Shirley Pigg

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Saturday at the Grand Opening of Mountain Blooms with the Greenhorn Valley Chamber of Commerce. The new business is located on Main Street in Rye. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Mountain Blooms Owner Holds Grand Opening at Main Street Location

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
Laney Dockter shared, “I am so thankful for the support and help I have gotten from my family and this community! I feel like my heart could just explode. I’m very glad I get to live here and now grow my small business here.
Chamber President Mike Bowler and Secretary Brad Azuremar speak to the chamber members and guests at their annual dinner and meeting. Photo by Shirley PIgg

Chamber President Mike Bowler and Secretary Brad Azuremar speak to the chamber members and guests at their annual dinner and meeting. Photo by Shirley PIgg

Annual Greenhorn Valley Chamber of Commerce Meeting and Dinner Hosted by Rye Cafe

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
A delicious pizza buffet, complete with salad, beverages, and dessert, was presented by Rye Café owner, Mike Peck, and staff as they hosted the annual Greenhorn Valley Chamber of Commerce dinner on February 9.

CCAAC Chairwoman Brings Experience to CCMD Committee

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
“When I worked for Wyatt Cafeterias, I traveled a lot, and I fell in love with Colorado,” shared Nancy Schuerr, the chairwoman of the Colorado City Architectural Advisory Committee, an advisory committee for the Colorado City Metro District Board of Directors that deals with covenants.
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