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Thursday, June 27, 2024
Alcoholics Anonymous meeting - each Thursday, 7pm, Greenhorn Valley Baptist Church, 7965 Grand Vista, Rye.Awana’s –Sept-May, Tuesday, 3:30-5:00pm, at Valley Community Church, Colorado City; follows the same schedule as the public schools. 719-489-3891 or 480-202-8354.
Avondale rancher Ryan Froman address the group gathered to learn more about drought management during a recent CSU extension meeting. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Avondale rancher Ryan Froman address the group gathered to learn more about drought management during a recent CSU extension meeting. Photo by Shirley Pigg

CSU Extension Hosts Drought Meeting

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Pueblo County, Colorado State University Extension Office, in conjunction with sponsors South Pueblo County Conservation District and Turkey Creek Conservation District, hosted a drought meeting on June 20.
Congratulating the following honorees: Felicity Holloway (R)- Teacher, Rye High School - 32 years, Lisa Asbury (L) - Principal, Rye Elementary School - 31 years, Dianna Stanley - Teacher, Vineland Middle School - 29 years, David Gouge - Library Tech, Vineland Elementary School - 25 years Courtesy Photo

Congratulating the following honorees: Felicity Holloway (R)- Teacher, Rye High School - 32 years, Lisa Asbury (L) - Principal, Rye Elementary School - 31 years, Dianna Stanley - Teacher, Vineland Middle School - 29 years, David Gouge - Library Tech, Vineland Elementary School - 25 years Courtesy Photo

D70 Receives $3.3 Million BEST Grant

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Pueblo County School District 70 announced that it has received a matching BEST Grant for $3.3 million. The grant is funded by the Colorado State Land Board, marijuana excise taxes, Colorado Lottery spillover, and interest earned and will be matched with $4 million from D70.
A hotwire around beehives or other attractants can discourage the bear working its way in. Courtesy Photo

A hotwire around beehives or other attractants can discourage the bear working its way in. Courtesy Photo

Keeping the Wild in Wildlife

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, June 27, 2024
One of the most exciting things about moving to the Greenhorn Valley can be the endless variety of wildlife you are able to view on a daily basis. They are so cute!It is hard to not want to feed them and bring them closer to view, and even harder to not unintentionally feed them.
Trujillo Cleaning Company Does Much More than Clean Carpets

Trujillo Cleaning Company Does Much More than Clean Carpets

Trujillo Cleaning Company Does Much More than Clean Carpets

Terry Kraus
Thursday, June 27, 2024
The Pueblo official 2023 Community Choice Awards in the cleaning category went to Trujillo’s Cleaning Company owned by Larry Trujillo. Trujillo has been cleaning carpets since 1976, and even if he hadn’t won the award, he would quickly share with you that he has the best customers in the world.
Buffalo Canyon Trail, Cheyenne Mountain Photo by Lori Kraus

Buffalo Canyon Trail, Cheyenne Mountain Photo by Lori Kraus

Four Grandkids, Three Falls, Two Trails and an Uncle

Terry Kraus
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Generally, I prefer to have my great adventures with Lori. Over the last 34 years we have developed a certain ease that is very enjoyable. I would rather be around her than anyone but, in the words of the Godfather, occasionally someone will make us an offer we can’t refuse.
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Thursday, June 27, 2024
Watermelon SaladIngredients 1 cup sliced red onion, cut lengthwise 3 tablespoons lime juice 15 cups cubed watermelon 3 cups cubed English cucumber 1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro cracked black pepper, to taste sea salt, to taste Directions Place red onion...
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Nature and Wildlife Discovery Center June Events

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The Nature & Wildlife Discovery Center's June 2024 updates, events, and programs - including open registration for our 2024 summer day and overnight camps, Outdoor Explorations Program, and Earthkeeper Nature School, offering fresh air, open space and nature play, with a progressive early childhood...
The Plaza, Taos, New Mexico. Photo by Terry Kraus

The Plaza, Taos, New Mexico. Photo by Terry Kraus

Taos, New Mexico has a Rich History

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Lori and I were trying to remember when we last went anywhere for more than a day. I think it was last September. So, we decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary by spending time in Taos, New Mexico.Taos is rich in history. It was founded in 1795.
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Multi Year Rye High School Reunion Planned in August

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The class of 1969 is inviting everyone that attended School from 1952 thru the year 1976 to a reunion. The invitation includes anyone that attended school during this time, whether you graduated from Rye or not, and includes teachers and staff. Family and friends are also welcome.
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