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Greenhorn Kickers with their County Fair ribbons. L-R: Lucy Chandler, Molly Chandler, Bryer Power, Kimmie Power, Zack Mansfield, Lena Chandler and Clara Chandler. Not Pictured: Tommy Hart Courtesy Photo

Greenhorn Kickers with their County Fair ribbons. L-R: Lucy Chandler, Molly Chandler, Bryer Power, Kimmie Power, Zack Mansfield, Lena Chandler and Clara Chandler. Not Pictured: Tommy Hart Courtesy Photo

4-H Shooters Qualify for State Fair Match

The Pueblo County Fair shooting sports competitions for .22 rifle, archery, and .22 pistol were held July 11th and 12th at the State Fairgrounds and Pueblo West Sportsman’s Club. All members of the Greenhorn Kickers 4-H Club who competed qualified for the State Fair match.
Daytime Book Club Offers Support to Members

Daytime Book Club Offers Support to Members

Daytime Book Club Offers Support to Members

The Daytime Book Club of the Greenhorn Valley met as usual on the last Thursday of the month, which was July 30, 2026.However, the tone of the meeting was much different than normal.
Board Gives Accolades for RFPD

Board Gives Accolades for RFPD

Board Gives Accolades for RFPD

The Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) Board took a mom ent during the monthly meeting on July 27 to commend Fire Chief Ross Gallegos and the entire RFPD staff for all of their hard work during the Aspen Acres Fire.
Members of the Rye Church of Christ pass out necessities to victims of the Aspen Creek Fire Courtesy Photo

Members of the Rye Church of Christ pass out necessities to victims of the Aspen Creek Fire Courtesy Photo

A Heart for the Lord

Larry Pieper, 74, grew up in the Roman Catholic church and at the age of 18 joined the Church of Christ.His journey brought he and his wife, Dixie to a cabin Larry built at Aspen Acres and the Rye Church of Christ, where Larry is one of five elders.
Trees of Life Tree Service No Fly by Night

Trees of Life Tree Service No Fly by Night

Trees of Life Tree Service No Fly by Night

“I’ve done a lot of different jobs in my life,” shared Dave Almstead, owner of Trees of Life Tree Service, “but finally I’ve found something I am passionate about.
The Hidden Danger of Investing Too Cautiously

The Hidden Danger of Investing Too Cautiously

The Hidden Danger of Investing Too Cautiously

One of the most significant risks investors face isn’t losing money in a market dip; it’s failing to reach their long-term financial goals.Many people focus heavily on short-term losses in the stock market and try to protect their savings by investing conservatively or avoiding stocks altogether.
Real Estate Changes on the Horizon

Real Estate Changes on the Horizon

Real Estate Changes on the Horizon

The Aspen Acres Wildfire was a wake-up call. For weeks, Greenhorn Valley residents were evacuated from their homes, cast out into all directions, doing their best to keep their lives together.
Annie Overlin (L) and Beth Hayes (front) explain how Colorado State University Extension Office can help Ag Producers who suffered losses in the Aspen Acres Fire. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Annie Overlin (L) and Beth Hayes (front) explain how Colorado State University Extension Office can help Ag Producers who suffered losses in the Aspen Acres Fire. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Ag Producer Recovery Meeting Held at Hatchet Ranch

Multiple agencies collaborated to host a Pueblo Agricultural Producer Recovery meeting on Wednesday, July 29. Ironically, the meeting was delayed for about a half an hour, due to rain and hail.
Rye High School Launches Flexible Learning Pilot Program

Rye High School Launches Flexible Learning Pilot Program

Rye High School Launches Flexible Learning Pilot Program

Rye High School (RHS) is addressing the changing needs of its students by introducing the Flexible Learning Pathway (FLP) Pilot Program this year. The FLP program aims to retain and reconnect local students who have been leaving RHS for external online programs.