Lifestyle

School Ski/Snowboarding Trip Returns

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

For the first time since 2020, the Rye area schools are able to hold their ski/snowboarding trip to Monarch. The trip will occur on Friday, January 27. Everyone is responsible for their own transportation to and from Monarch. Ticket windows open at 8:15 a.m. and the lifts start operating at 9:00 a.

VFC Hopes to Use Community Center

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

The Sangre de Cristo Volunteers for Community (VFC) held their open Board Meeting on January 18. Amidst the discussion, were various ways they could increase the use of the Susan Kalman Peaks to Prairie Community Center.

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Local History Nights Return

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Do you ever wonder what the area was like before Colorado City developed? Do you ever pass by an old house or storefront on your drive home and wonder about its history?

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Happy Hookers Socialize While Creating

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Come meet your neighbor for conversation and crafting. If you have an interest in any of the fiber arts: crocheting, knitting, embroidery, macrame, etc., join the Happy Hookers.

Rye High School graduate Catie Wolyn participates in International Farm Youth Exchange program. Courtesy Photo

Wolyn Shares International Farm Exchange Experiences

Shirley Pigg

Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Catie Wolyn has just returned home from an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience through the International Farm Youth Exchange (IFYE) program. Wolyn spent six months immersed in the day-to-day lives of farm families in Wales and the Netherlands.

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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 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.

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

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.

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.

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