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Sheriff Lucero (R) receiving the agency’s recent Triple Crown accreditation from National Sheriff’s Association President Kieran Donahue Courtesy Photo

Sheriff Lucero (R) receiving the agency’s recent Triple Crown accreditation from National Sheriff’s Association President Kieran Donahue Courtesy Photo

Lucero Honored to be the 38th Pueblo County Sheriff

When Pueblo County Sheriff David Lucero was elected for his first term, the optimum staffing number of his team was down 76 people. That number is now at 31, and only three of those are front line patrol people.
Fourth Annual Town Square Fair Promises Family Fun

Fourth Annual Town Square Fair Promises Family Fun

Fourth Annual Town Square Fair Promises Family Fun

The 4th Annual Rye Town Square Fair will be held on Saturday, August 9, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Main Street in Rye.Over 60 vendors, along with food trucks, a bounce house, free face painting, free balloon artist Mr.
Teresa Rankin, owner/operator of Balance Bodyworks in Colorado City Courtesy Photo

Teresa Rankin, owner/operator of Balance Bodyworks in Colorado City Courtesy Photo

Balance Bodyworks Offers More than Just a Massage

To refer to Teresa Rankin as a licensed massage therapist (LMT) is a bit of an understatement. Yes, she is an LMT, and can offer her clients several options including: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports, Hot Stone therapy, and other traditional massage modalities, but she is able to offer so much more.
Back to School Approaching Fast

Back to School Approaching Fast

Back to School Approaching Fast

It feels like the last day of school was just yesterday, but in just over two weeks, students in Pueblo County School District 70 will be heading back to school.
Fire District Focuses on Getting to Know Each Other and Getting Organized

Fire District Focuses on Getting to Know Each Other and Getting Organized

Fire District Focuses on Getting to Know Each Other and Getting Organized

The Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) has undergone significant changes in 2025. With a new fire chief, new board members, existing board members taking on new positions, a new accountant, new legal assistance, and several new staff members, this period has been one of reorganization.
Polis Declares a State of Emergency on South Rim Fire

Polis Declares a State of Emergency on South Rim Fire

Polis Declares a State of Emergency on South Rim Fire

Eighteen wildfires are burning in Colorado as of Tuesday morning. The largest one is the South Rim Fire 21.2 miles SE of Austin (near Montrose). As of 8:22 on Tuesday, evacuations remain in place in Montrose County due to the fire raging in Black Canyon in Gunnison National Park.
Metro Directors Want a Comprehensive Plan for Tank and Dam Projects

Metro Directors Want a Comprehensive Plan for Tank and Dam Projects

Metro Directors Want a Comprehensive Plan for Tank and Dam Projects

Greenhorn Valley ViewThe Colorado City Metro District board members appear to be losing patience with delays and the non-existent plan of action for both the current Beckwith Dam project and the broader decision to spend multi-millions on shoring up the dam and meeting state guidelines which will...
RCC Saddle Club members are enjoying Thursday evening gymkhanas. Here Ashlynn Cozzetto guides her horse around the barrel pattern. Courtesy Photo

RCC Saddle Club members are enjoying Thursday evening gymkhanas. Here Ashlynn Cozzetto guides her horse around the barrel pattern. Courtesy Photo

RCC Saddle Club Changes Meeting Dates

RCC Saddle Club has changed its meeting dates. The club will now meet on the second Monday of each month. This change was implemented after a member poll indicated that Thursday evenings would be preferable for the gymkhanas.