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The temporary tattoo booth was a popular hit at the Rye Elementary Spring Carnival. Photo by Shirley Pigg

The temporary tattoo booth was a popular hit at the Rye Elementary Spring Carnival. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Rye Elementary School Spring Carnival: A Celebration of Fun

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
With the last day of school just three weeks away, there was no better way to celebrate a successful year than with a lively Spring Carnival. On the evening of Thursday, May 7, Rye Elementary School was transformed from a place of learning into a massive playroom for the Spring Carnival.
Brianna Carter, 10th grade, Zelic Hoosier, 12th grade, Sarah Jessop, 12th grade, and Kayla Himmelberg, 11th grade, had great fun creating Dr. Seuss characters. Courtesy Photo

Brianna Carter, 10th grade, Zelic Hoosier, 12th grade, Sarah Jessop, 12th grade, and Kayla Himmelberg, 11th grade, had great fun creating Dr. Seuss characters. Courtesy Photo

Rye High School Excels in Dr. Seuss Drawing Contest

\\ The Greenhorn Valley And Beyond
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
PUEBLO CITY-COUNTY LIBRARYRye High School Excels in Dr. Seuss Drawing ContestShirley PiggGreenhorn Valley ViewThe Pueblo City-County Library District invited young artists to participate in a contest celebrating Dr. Seuss, and the results were the cutest things this side of Seussville.
Miller Pipeline continued laying new pipe in Beulah despite the frozen ground Courtesy Photo

Miller Pipeline continued laying new pipe in Beulah despite the frozen ground Courtesy Photo

Preparing for Drought in a Small Town

Sumi Von Dassow, President
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
YOUR NEIGHBORHOODPreparing for Drought in a Small TownMany residents of rural communities in Colorado may have experienced a feeling of “there but for the grace of God go I” when the community of Walsenberg experienced severe water woes in March.
The Colorado State Patrol let the students try on some of their protective gear Photo by Shirley Pigg

The Colorado State Patrol let the students try on some of their protective gear Photo by Shirley Pigg

Kids Explore Life Opportunities at Rye Career Day

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Rye Elementary students had the opportunity to meet various professionals who shared information about their careers. The guests led engaging presentations and activities, answering questions from the curious students.
Happy Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day

Spring Vegetable Frittata
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
This is a special spring vegetable frittata recipe. It always feels a little wrong to make a frittata with freshly cooked vegetables, since the whole point of the dish is to use up leftovers. However, since we're making this for a Mother's Day brunch, we'll make an exception.
The lively cast of Mrs. Bulman's Rye High School Complaint Department and Lemonade. Courtesy Photo

The lively cast of Mrs. Bulman's Rye High School Complaint Department and Lemonade. Courtesy Photo

Rye Drama Class Scores a Hit

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
on Friday, May 1, 2026. The multi-talented young actors and actresses delivered a hit performance that was a complete home run.Funny and entertaining, this play provided the perfect way to unwind after a busy week.
Craver art student's work that was displayed at the D70 Art Show at the Rawlings Library. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Craver art student's work that was displayed at the D70 Art Show at the Rawlings Library. Photo by Shirley Pigg

D70 Students' Art Work at Rawlings Library & CSU-Pueblo

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Over 300 pieces of artwork by Pueblo County School District 70 students, in several different mediums, were on display at Pueblo City-County Library Rawlings Branch and the CSU-P Campus during the First Annual District 70 Art Show.
The Lions Club serves the community as members load a car during the holiday food distribution. Photo by Shirley Pigg

The Lions Club serves the community as members load a car during the holiday food distribution. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Local Lions Club Serves the Community Well

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
The Lions Club motto is “We Serve,” and the Colorado City/Rye Lions Club is dedicated to serving the community effectively.
Rye High School Winterguard Competes Against 24 Teams

Rye High School Winterguard Competes Against 24 Teams

Rye High School Winterguard Competes Against 24 Teams

Lisa Bales
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Rye High School's Thunderbolt Winterguard started their 2026 season at Ralston Valley HS on January 31, 2026.This season the Winterguard went from winning Novice division as State Champions last year to competing against 24 other Winterguards throughout Colorado.
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