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Prayer circles included participants of all ages, faiths, and cultures at the Rye High School Fellowship of Christian Athletes event last Wednesday Photo by Shirley Pigg

Prayer circles included participants of all ages, faiths, and cultures at the Rye High School Fellowship of Christian Athletes event last Wednesday Photo by Shirley Pigg

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“See You at the Pole” Event an Uplifting Experience

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
On Wednesday, September 24, the Rye High School (RHS) Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) hosted a community invited “See You at the Pole” event.Despite the early hour, the event took place at 6:45 a.m., with a slight chill in the air.

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Metro Town Hall Focuses on Utility Changes

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
The Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) held a Town Hall meeting on September 23, at the CCMD headquarters. About a dozen citizens attended and had the chance to visit with District Manager James Eccher and Board Members Ray Davis, Karim Ayoub, and Bob Sievert.
Greenhorn Valley Library Branch Manager Katherine MacLeod Courtesy Photo

Greenhorn Valley Library Branch Manager Katherine MacLeod Courtesy Photo

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MacLeod Enjoys Her New Job

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Katherine MacLeod took over as the Branch Manager of the Pueblo City County Library District (PCCLD) Greenhorn Valley Library in May 2025. She was already well-acquainted with the role, having been employed at the library since 2018, starting as a book-shelver.
The 2025 RHS Knowledge Bowl team: standing, L-R: Avery Koons, Carter Ford, Justin Siudyla, Mathius Lorenz, Marie Martinez, Kaci Ford, Miriam Peterson. Kneeling: Azi Moore Courtesy Photo

The 2025 RHS Knowledge Bowl team: standing, L-R: Avery Koons, Carter Ford, Justin Siudyla, Mathius Lorenz, Marie Martinez, Kaci Ford, Miriam Peterson. Kneeling: Azi Moore Courtesy Photo

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Rye High School Knowledge Bowl Team Begins Season

David Ressel
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
The Rye High team began their 25-26 season competing in the Arkansas Valley Knowledge Bowl League with a meet at Pueblo Central HS on Thursday, Sept. 18th. After losing five seniors to graduation last year, this year’s team has only four returning members.
District Manager James Eccher (R) presents Greg Bailey with a plaque commemorating 28 years of CCMD Service Courtesy Photo

District Manager James Eccher (R) presents Greg Bailey with a plaque commemorating 28 years of CCMD Service Courtesy Photo

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Bailey Retires after 38 Years of Service to the Colorado City Metro District

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
A retirement party was held for Greg Bailey by the Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) on September 12, at the Round Table Restaurant, Hollydot Golf Course. About 60 people were in attendance, including coworkers, friends and community members.
Community turns out to support Harlie’s Greenhouse and to remember Courtesy Photo

Community turns out to support Harlie’s Greenhouse and to remember Courtesy Photo

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Hoof It for Harlie Run Benefits Harlie’s Greenhouse

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Rye Elementary School is a unique place for so many reasons: the caring staff, the community involvement, the devoted students, parents who are always there, and supporting organizations that keep school fun.
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Early Release Days for Students

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Pueblo County School District 70 has scheduled two early release days for PreK, elementary and middle schools on Thursday, September 25, 2025, and Thursday, May 14, 2026.PreK releases at 10:50 a.m., elementary schools release at 11:45 a.m., and middle schools release at 12:15 p.m.

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Metro District Board Member Resigns

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The September 9, Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) meeting started with a surprise. Clint Gross, who has served 1.5 terms, resigned; an action which the other four members of the board reluctantly accepted during the agenda item portion of the regular meeting.
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