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CCMD Board advised of Avoided Water Emergency

CCMD Board advised of Avoided Water Emergency

CCMD Board advised of Avoided Water Emergency

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
During a brief year-end meeting, Colorado City Metropolitan District Manager Jim Eccher advised the board that due to the quick action and devotion of the crew a water emergency was avoided. Eccher stated, “On December 26, at approximately 8:00 p.m.
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Free Mobile Market Three Month Trial

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
Beginning on January 13 from 11:00 a.m. until noon the Volunteers for Community (VFC), in conjunction with Care and Share, will have a Mobile Market in the Colorado City Rec Center Parking Lot. The existing VFC open pantry will continue on the fourth Saturday of each month from 9:30 a.m.
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A Pair of Elves Honored for Improving Valley Life

News Staff
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
We asked you to nominate people in the community who improve life for all of us by spreading good cheer, pitching in without thought of recognition, keeping spirits bright, and being a good friend and neighbor. Nellie Pacheco got back to us almost immediately.
Sangre Snowrunners Snowmobile Club at work Courtesy Photo

Sangre Snowrunners Snowmobile Club at work Courtesy Photo

Sangre Snowrunners Keep the Trails Cleared

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
The Sangre Snowrunners Snowmobile Club has put a ton of work into the area's snowmobile trails; getting them ready for the winter season which will kick off soon.
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Town of Rye No Longer Accepting Cash Payments

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
During a special meeting on December 6, the Town of Rye Board discussed the security and safety risks of accepting cash payments at the Rye Town Hall for water and sewer service payments. Trustee Markus Buck made a motion to no longer accept cash payments for services effective January 1, 2023.
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Year-Round Huerfano Nursery and Garden Keeps Growing

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Huerfano Nursery and Garden in Walsenburg actually started as a wholesale plant business suppling what is now Ace Hardware in Colorado City. The family business is made up of Carolyn Wardell, her son Mitchell and his wife Sadie, and her two daughters Breanne and Makenzie.
BEST PHOTOGRAPH - 2022 Second Quarter Review, by Amanda Brimley. The resilient Quince plant survives a late snowstorm, adding color to the much-anticipated spring season. Photo courtesy of Amanda Brimley

BEST PHOTOGRAPH - 2022 Second Quarter Review, by Amanda Brimley. The resilient Quince plant survives a late snowstorm, adding color to the much-anticipated spring season. Photo courtesy of Amanda Brimley

Mother Nature Sends Wind and Snow to Residents in a Busy Second Quarter 2022

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Cody Purcell began his first day of work as the Colorado City/Rye District Wildlife Manager on April 4. Purcell and his wife, Moriah are both Pueblo natives and their families live in the Pueblo area.

Donations for D70 Revealed at December 20 Meeting

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, December 27, 2022
Numerous generous donations were revealed at the December 20, School District 70 meeting. Rye High School Principal Michelle Mann Madril reported to the board that the Greenhorn Valley Backpack ladies had recently donated $916.20 in supplies to RHS teachers and winterwear for students.
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