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Three New Faces Will Serve on District 70 Board

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

The only Pueblo County School District 70 incumbent running for re-election ended up in third place out of three in District 4 in the election held on Tuesday, November 4. In the end of the night - unofficial results, Chris DeLuca had 4,067 votes to return to the D70 board.

Costume Contest entrants lined up outside the Rye Fire Station for Rye Fire Protection District employees to award ribbons and treats

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Rye Transformed into Halloween Town for Top Halloween Fun

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Halloween Town was established in 2011 by Karon Christenson Banta and Holly Tittel, and has grown and improved every year since.

The Colorado City/Rye Lions Club was proud to name Mason Goldberg as the local winner in the 2025-2026 Peace Poster Contest. Courtesy Photo

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Goldberg Wins Lions Club Peace Poster Contest

News Staff

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The Colorado City/Rye Lions Club recently announced the winner of the 2025-2026 Peace Poster Contest. Congratulations go out to eleven-year-old Mason Goldberg for claiming first place in this year’s competition.

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The PUC: How It Affects You — And Why We’re Watching Closely

Sara Blackhurst, President

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

If you pay an electricity bill, you might assume someone somewhere just “sets” the rate.Actually, it’s the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) — a small but powerful, three member regulatory body appointed by the Governor — that decides how we power our homes, businesses, and communities.

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Smart Financial Moves to Make before Year-End

Press Release

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

As the year winds down, it's the perfect time to make some smart moves before the calendar flips to 2026. Think of it as a financial tune-up that could help with saving money and setting you up for success in the months ahead.Here are some things to consider.

The Rye Ag Sales team won individually, three silver medals, one gold medal, and an overall silver plaque for the team. (L-R) Ag Sales Team Coach, Jay Nielson, Tony Adams, Kenzie Nielson, Cody Dodge, Jesse Huskins, and RHS Ag sciences teacher and FFA Advisor Ethan Beeman Courtesy Photo

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Rye FFA Agriculture Sales Team Wins Silver Award at the National FFA Convention

Shirley Pigg

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Over 71,000 FFA members, staff, supporters, and alumni from across the country filled the Lucas Oil Stadium and the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis for the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo. Among them were representatives from the Rye High School (RHS) FFA Chapter.

Veterans Day – 2025

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Veterans Day – 2025

Jerry Collins

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

On the 11th hour, 11th day, 11th month in 1918, World War 1 armistice was implemented. In 1919 on November 11th, President Woodrow Willson proclaimed a day of remembrance to be known as Armistice Day.

Bladder Explosion Slows Water Tank Project

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Bladder Explosion Slows Water Tank Project

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

The Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) lost 45-50,000 gallons of water, a Colorado City home owner was out of his home, and a number of attorneys were or will be involved when the bladder, purchased to help store water while work was being done on the water tanks, blew up and put the district in...

Havens School of Dance Instructor Toria Croke and her class at Greenhorn Valley Baptist Church in Rye Courtesy Photo

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Greenhorn Valley Baptist Church Offers Activity Alternative for Local Children

Terry Kraus

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Ashleigh and Paul Okins missed structured activities for their children when they moved to Rye, where Paul pastors the Greenhorn Valley Baptist Church.“When we lived in Pueblo our older children participated in the Haven School of Dance. We missed not having to drive too far for those activities.

Camp Jackson Closed After 110 Years

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Camp Jackson Closed After 110 Years

Terry Kraus

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

“Camp Jackson has survived two world wars, the Great Depression and COVID,” shared Edd Fishlock, who was director of the camp, near Rye from 20002011. “But now, as costs go up, the camp is being closed with no public discussion.

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