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Filing to Run for CCMD Board Ends Friday

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, February 25, 2025
If you plan on running for one of the two open positions on the Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) Board of Directors time is running out. Self-nomination forms, which can be picked up at the CCMD office – 4497 Bent Bros Blvd, Colorado City, are due by one p.m. on February 28.
Their were no injuries in the fire that destroyed the Williams’ home earlier this month. See GoFundMe page Courtesy Photo

Their were no injuries in the fire that destroyed the Williams’ home earlier this month. See GoFundMe page Courtesy Photo

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Landmark Home Destroyed by Fire

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
A landmark home that perched on the hill west of Interstate 25 above the St. Charles River was destroyed by fire on the evening of Tuesday, February 11. The home was a total loss.Thankfully no lives were lost, but a family of four was displaced and a historic and sentimental home destroyed.
The Beulah Community was enthusiastic about exploring options after the last District 70 Board of Education meeting and possible closure of the Beulah School of Natural Sciences. Courtesy Photo

The Beulah Community was enthusiastic about exploring options after the last District 70 Board of Education meeting and possible closure of the Beulah School of Natural Sciences. Courtesy Photo

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Beulah Community Meeting Addresses Possible School Closure

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Amber Bartuswicz, organizer of the Beulah Community Meeting on February 13 regarding the possible closure of the Beulah School of Natural Sciences, reported, “It was a great turnout, and shows this community is willing to come together to do everything we can to save our school.
Pueblo County Commissioners (L-R) Miles Lucero, Zach Swearingen, Paula McPheeters give their attention to people attending a forum at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center.

Pueblo County Commissioners (L-R) Miles Lucero, Zach Swearingen, Paula McPheeters give their attention to people attending a forum at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center.

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County Commissioners Listen to their Constituents

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
A strong contingent of Colorado City people, including nearly the entire Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) Board of Directors, traveled to the Board of County Commissioners Town Hall Meeting on February 13, held at the Sangre De Cristo Arts Center.
D70 Announces Possible School Consolidations/Closures

D70 Announces Possible School Consolidations/Closures

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D70 Announces Possible School Consolidations/Closures

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
A surprising Pueblo County Public School District 70 (D70) Board of Education (BOE) work session, held on February 4, left those in attendance stunned as Superintendent Ronda Rein announced a $2.5 million decrease in state funding which may result in school consolidations or closures.
Parks & Wildlife to Hold Meeting on Mule Deer Population

Parks & Wildlife to Hold Meeting on Mule Deer Population

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Parks & Wildlife to Hold Meeting on Mule Deer Population

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Colorado Parks & Wildlife is going to host a meeting at Craver Middle School on February 26, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. to talk about the area mule deer population. Cody Purcell, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), will moderate the discussion.
One of Joel Ohlsen’s photographs was an entry in the Southern Colorado Photography Society’s La Veta show. Photo courtesy of Joel Ohlsen

One of Joel Ohlsen’s photographs was an entry in the Southern Colorado Photography Society’s La Veta show. Photo courtesy of Joel Ohlsen

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Southern Colorado Photography Society; A Fun Place to Learn

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
The Southern Colorado Photography Society (SCPS) is a fun organization dedicated to improving photography skills and knowledge. It has been in existence for more than thirty years, educating photographers by sharing input, and hosting workshops, presentations, and monthly competitions.
PCSO Affidavit Information Released in Valdez Arrest

PCSO Affidavit Information Released in Valdez Arrest

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PCSO Affidavit Information Released in Valdez Arrest

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
With the arrest of Jason Valdez and the subsequent charge of second- degree murder, we communicated with the Pueblo County Sheriff and found that there have been five murders in Colorado City/Rye area since 1993.
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