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Hollydot Golf Course, located in the Greenhorn Valley Courtesy Photo

Hollydot Golf Course, located in the Greenhorn Valley Courtesy Photo

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Spicer Says a Team Effort is Responsible for Hollydot Growth

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Phillip Spicer became the Head Professional at Hollydot Golf Course on January 4, 2020; and it will probably come to you as no surprise that the first year was difficult.
Rye Fire Board Discusses Upcoming Election and Vacancies

Rye Fire Board Discusses Upcoming Election and Vacancies

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Rye Fire Board Discusses Upcoming Election and Vacancies

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, February 23, 2022
The Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) has three board positions open in the upcoming election. Chairman John Schaiberger is unable to run again under term limits and George McGoff will not be seeking reelection. Mike Graber’s position is also up for reelection and he will be running again.
The home Adeline Hornbek built for herself and four children in Florissant, Colorado.

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.
Town of Rye Concerned about Water Loss

Town of Rye Concerned about Water Loss

Town of Rye Concerned about Water Loss

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Mayor Pro Tem Sheila Henderson oversaw the January 12, 2022 Town of Rye meeting. Town of Rye employee Gib Rokich presented the water treatment plant report prepared by Rye Operator in Responsible Charge, Richard Hopp. Rokich pointed out that the town is using 40,000 gallons of water per day.
The Craver Middle School Patriot’s Pen Ceremony honors award winners and local veterans of foreign wars. L-R, teacher, Erin Sonnleitner; Veteran Tom Howard, student Miriam Peterson, Auxilliary President Toni Liebnow, stu dent Shiloh Rutledge, Veteran Jerry Collins, and Veteran Jimmie Porter. Photo by Shirley Pigg

The Craver Middle School Patriot’s Pen Ceremony honors award winners and local veterans of foreign wars. L-R, teacher, Erin Sonnleitner; Veteran Tom Howard, student Miriam Peterson, Auxilliary President Toni Liebnow, stu dent Shiloh Rutledge, Veteran Jerry Collins, and Veteran Jimmie Porter. Photo by Shirley Pigg

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Craver Students Win VFW Patriot's Pen Contest

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, February 17, 2022
Craver Middle School hosted an awards ceremony on Tuesday, February 8, acknowledging students who won and placed in a recent contest sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).

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CCMD Board Approves Funding for New Equipment

Shirley Pigg
Thursday, February 17, 2022
The Colorado City Metropolitan Board approved two motions to allow for funding to purchase a dump truck and an ATV with a snowplow. At prior meetings, District Manager Jim Eccher presented evidence that the CCMD dump truck is worn out and trucks that were for sale for the board’s consideration.
Photo courtesy of Ginny Stewart

Photo courtesy of Ginny Stewart

Long-Awaited Snow Blankets the Valley

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Groundhog Day 2022, Greenhorn-valley-style saw some impressive amounts of long-awaited snow blanketing the area. Residents woke to snow with more coming down.
The Rye High School 2021-2022 Knowledge Bowl Team Courtesy Photo

The Rye High School 2021-2022 Knowledge Bowl Team Courtesy Photo

High School Knowledge Bowl Team Wins Honors

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
Big things are happening for Rye High School’s Knowledge Bowl team. Ten amazing RHS students participated in the Knowledge Bowl Regionals this year where they took the honors of 1st in 2A and 2nd allaround in the recent contest.
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Fox Theatre Presents Second Annual Chili Cook-off

Mike Peters
Wednesday, February 9, 2022
This year we're changing our location to the Second Street Bar & Grill located inside the clubhouse at Walsenburg Golf Course. Why? Food, alcohol, and amazing views! Plenty of parking and lots of space to spread out. It's FREE to enter your chili into the competition.
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