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The home Adeline Hornbek built for herself and four children in Florissant, Colorado.

The Hornbek Homestead

Terry Kraus

Thursday, February 17, 2022

Adeline Hornbek and her four children took advantage of the Homestead Act passed in May of 1862. The act required the homesteader to be a U.S. citizen, head of a family, and over 21 years of age.

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Flourless Chocolate Cake Ingredients ½ cup water ¼ teaspoon salt ¾ cup white sugar 18 (1 ounce) squares bittersweet chocolate 1 cup unsalted butter 6 eggs Directions Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease one 10 inch round cake pan and set aside.

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February in the Garden

Press Release

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

During the winter season we gardeners usually do not spend much time outside in our gardens. However, it won’t be long before warmer days arrive so use some time in February to prepare for spring! Lawn Do not apply “weed and feed” products.

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Simple Sheet Pan Dinners

News Staff

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts Ingredients 4 (5 ounce) skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved ½ cup dry white wine 1 (3.

Leos at the 2021 RHS Homecoming parade

Where There’s a Need, There’s a Leo

Shirley Pigg

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Paula Maroney, co-sponsor with Petra Garcia of the Rye High Leos, says their Leo members are an outstanding, cream-of-the-crop bunch of youth. She shared, “Petra and I love these kids! They are just like family. I hope the parents know how much we appreciate being able to work with these kids.

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Third Generation Pet Groomer Open for Business

Terry Kraus

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

“Frankly, I got tired of Pueblo,” shared Susan Quillin, owner/operator of Paws and Relax Grooming. “I grew up in Colorado City and when I got a chance to come home, I took it. We live in a nice, quiet, peaceful town and I missed that.

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January Gardening Tips

Press Release

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

January in cold climate gardens can be pretty bleak, but there are chores and tasks still to do in the depths of winter. From cleaning up to growing cold-weather plants and planning for spring, your gardening hobby doesn’t have to take a winter break.

Hundreds of toys were gathered from Fast Break and the Nomad Group for the Annual Lions Club Christmas Toy Drive. Courtesy Photo

Community Organizations Go Above and Beyond Last Holiday Season

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, January 19, 2022

Donna Hulban, former President of the Lions Club, couldn’t put a number on the toys her organization received this year from Fast Break Liquor and the Nomad Group designated for less fortunate children in the valley.

Craver Middle School Math Teacher, Barbara Cooper, enjoys the outdoors and gardening in her spare time. Courtesy Photo

Cooper Feels Blessed to Be in the Valley and at Craver

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, January 12, 2022

Barbara Cooper says she was probably the only kid in Brooklyn listening to country music in the 70's, so she is very happy to be in Colorado where country music is everywhere.

The Greenhorn Valley Red Hats pose on the steps of The Abriendo Inn while enjoying their annual Christmas Party. Courtesy Photo

Greenhorn Valley Red Hats Just Want to Have Fun

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, January 5, 2022

“Girls just want to have fun,” quipped Barb Zorc, “and that is what the Greenhorn Valley Red Hats are all about. Promoting fun. Some of the red hat groups just go out to dinner, but we take it a couple of steps further and plan a different activity each month.

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