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Mr. & Mrs. Claus took time out to greet youngsters at the Colorado City Rec Center following the parade on Saturday evening. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Mr. & Mrs. Claus took time out to greet youngsters at the Colorado City Rec Center following the parade on Saturday evening. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Chamber Events Inspire Holiday Fun

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
The Greenhorn Valley Chamber’s Parade of Lights and Puppies, Paws, and Santa Claus events certainly did their part to get people in the holiday spirit on Saturday, December 17. Everyone, including the puppies, was all smiles at the Puppies, Paws, and Santa Claus event from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
The Hackworth family, with Chuck and Mary Hackworth, owners/operators Hack Shack Liquor, 4340 Valverde Way, Colorado City. Courtesy Photo

The Hackworth family, with Chuck and Mary Hackworth, owners/operators Hack Shack Liquor, 4340 Valverde Way, Colorado City. Courtesy Photo

Hack Shack Liquor Approaches Five Years of Service with a Smile

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
As they near their fifth anniversary (May 2023) as the owners of Hack Shack Liquor, Mary Hackworth is still surprised at how much she and husband, Chuck, enjoy their business. “We were never in retail before,” shared Mary. “But we have enjoyed the store so much.
Becky Pagnotta, Brownie Photography Courtesy Photo

Becky Pagnotta, Brownie Photography Courtesy Photo

Pagnotta’s Photography Skills Cover a Wide Range

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Whether it is shooting a mountain wedding in the snow, covering a rodeo in above 100-degree heat, squeezing in some shots during working a hunting camp or catching a great sunset at her La Veta area home, Becky Pagnotta takes stunning pictures.

Free Access to the E-edition for Existing Print Subscribers

Lori Kraus
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Don’t forget! If you are receiving the print edition of the Greenhorn Valley View, you can also access the digital, E-edition. At no additional charge. Go to our website, www.greenhornvalleyview.com -find the Subscribe tab at the top of the page and - choose Existing Print Subscriber.
Lions Club Leos (L-R) Haley Bowler, Clara Chandler, Audry Bowler, Mylee Garner, Recipient Shawna McGinn and Lion Fran Holliday celebrate the season of giving and thank area residents who generously donated to the annual toy and food drive. Photo by Deb Straub

Lions Club Leos (L-R) Haley Bowler, Clara Chandler, Audry Bowler, Mylee Garner, Recipient Shawna McGinn and Lion Fran Holliday celebrate the season of giving and thank area residents who generously donated to the annual toy and food drive. Photo by Deb Straub

2022 Lions Club Christmas Toy Drive Wraps Up

Deb Straub
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
The generosity of the local Lions Club has touched Rye and Colorado City households with the receipt of their annual Christmas food baskets.
BEST PHOTOGRAPH - 2022 First Quarter Review, by Sue Barcus. The Rye High School girls basketball team listens to their coach in an undefeated regular season, and a third place finish in the 2A State Tournament. Photo by Sue Barcus

BEST PHOTOGRAPH - 2022 First Quarter Review, by Sue Barcus. The Rye High School girls basketball team listens to their coach in an undefeated regular season, and a third place finish in the 2A State Tournament. Photo by Sue Barcus

COVID Means Less and Less and Living Means More and More in First Quarter

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Pueblo County Commissioner Garrison Ortiz hosted a town hall meeting sponsored by the Pueblo County Patriots and Pueblo Stands Up on January 3rd. Ortiz cited three Pueblo County projects on which great strides had been made. The Pueblo County Jail, the Joe Martinez Blvd.
Rye Fire Protection District paramedic and firefighter, Molly Lantis, with firefighting colleagues from RFPD. Courtesy Photo

Rye Fire Protection District paramedic and firefighter, Molly Lantis, with firefighting colleagues from RFPD. Courtesy Photo

RFPD Paramedic and Firefighter Trained to Save Lives – Including Her Own

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
“I didn’t want to be the stereotypical, unwed mother from the poor side of town,” shared Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) paramedic and firefighter, Molly Lantis. “I grew up dirt poor in Detroit. My dad died when I was 12 and I was on my own when I was 15, and pregnant.

Boebert Recount Gives Her 546 vote Margin of Victory

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
A Monday news release confirmed that Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., has won her bid for re-election against Adam Frisch, an automatic recount confirmed. The final official count gave Boebert a scant 546 vote margin. The announcement Monday evening was made by Secretary of State Jena Griswold.
The competition for best float is heating up. Your floats don’t have to be elaborate to be cool! Registration is super simple, just email mike.bowler2@gmail.com with the name of your company, what kind of float you’re entering, and how many people will be along for the ride. Courtesy Photo

The competition for best float is heating up. Your floats don’t have to be elaborate to be cool! Registration is super simple, just email mike.bowler2@gmail.com with the name of your company, what kind of float you’re entering, and how many people will be along for the ride. Courtesy Photo

Greenhorn Valley Chamber Events Will Light Up Saturday

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
The December 5, Greenhorn Valley Chamber of Commerce meeting was filled with plans for the Chamber’s busy day on Saturday, December 17. The Chamber board and members will be decorating the Rec Center that morning.
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