Sunday, June 26, may have dawned as a cool, rainy day but by 1:00 p.m. when the Pueblo County Republican Party’s second, old-fashioned barbecue kicked off it was a lovely day. The rain had stopped, the day was cool but comfortable and the company was great.
Over 100 people turned out to enjoy the lunch of pulled-pork at the pavilion in Greenhorn Meadows Park.
Opening remarks were made by Republican Party Chair Rob Leverington and Pastor James Naron of the River of Life Assembly of God Church opened with the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Colorado House District 3 Republican Candidate and veteran, Stephen Varela. The National Anthem was sung by the lovely young talent, Taylor Kenney. Kassidy Hall kept the free
Kassidy Hall kept the freeflowing program moving along as Master of Ceremony. Sharing insightful touches of humor intermingled with the introductions of the candidates and the entertainment of Kurt Kosair.
Kosair presented his own written songs and others of the country genre as he played his guitar. The scheduled Apache Creek Fiddlers were unable to attend due to an unforeseen change in plans.
Pueblo County Republican candidates had two minutes each to share their goals as elected officials. Those on hand were: Zach Swearinger for County Commissioner, Dist. 3; Jonathan Ambler for Colorado House Dist. 46; County Clerk candidates Sarina Adame and Nathan Baxter; Stephen Varela, Senate Dist. 3; J Angel Lewis for Assessor; Michelle Gray for Treasurer; and Brian Cotter for Pueblo County Coroner.
A visiting candidate from Los Animas, Ty Winter House Dist. 47, was on hand to enjoy the neighborliness of Pueblo County and share his goals as a Southern Colorado State Representative.
Businesses were invited to set up booths and display their wares at no charge. Several businesses took advantage of the gathering, offering some unique shopping to add to the excitement of the day.
In addition to the fine food and entertainment, there were prize drawings and a dessert walk. It was a great time shared by all in an oldfashioned, political gathering.