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American Workers Reflect on Labor Day

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
This year marks the 131st anniversary of Labor Day, a holiday celebrated on the first Monday of September. Labor Day has evolved over the years, but it remains a day for both celebration and reflection on the rights and conditions of workers throughout history.
Kolby Clennin is hard at work at the Colorado State Fair Children's Barnyard as part of the Rye High School FFA Chapter Courtesy Photo

Kolby Clennin is hard at work at the Colorado State Fair Children's Barnyard as part of the Rye High School FFA Chapter Courtesy Photo

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Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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Okins Prevents Robbery

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Greenhorn Valley Baptist church Pastor Paul Okins was in Pueblo last Wednesday morning. After dropping his son off in northern Pueblo near Big Lots he became involved in an active crime when he heard a woman scream.

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Town of Rye Discusses Immediate Mitigation of Property

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
The minutes for the Town of Rye in regard to the July 9 meeting were approved and released at the August 13 meeting.Because of the procedure of the Town, this information is old but relevant to the community and the area; and released more than 30 days past the actual occurrence of the events.

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Lee Fire Near Meeker Continues to Grow

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
A dozen wildfires are burning in Colorado and the Lee Fire, 11 miles SW of Meeker, continues to grow. The fire has currently burned 137,485 acres, a growth of over 24,000 acres. It is now 61% contained. One thousand fire fighters are doing battle with the blaze.

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RFPD Grant Facilitates Funding for New Vehicles

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
The Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) is taking important steps to replace several aging fleet vehicles. During a recent board meeting, a resolution was approved to purchase a new ambulance and lease a new command vehicle.
CCMD and Lucero Move to Bringing County Services to Colorado City

CCMD and Lucero Move to Bringing County Services to Colorado City

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CCMD and Lucero Move to Bringing County Services to Colorado City

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Miles Lucero, County Commissioner for the Colorado City Metropolitan District (CCMD), along with Carmen Howard and Jennifer Wagner from Planning and Zoning, laid out a proposal that will bring Pueblo County services to Colorado City/Rye, rather than make local residents travel to Pueblo.
The Greenhorn Valley Community Garden foliage is in harvest season now for many of its plants, with more to come soon Photo by Shirley Pigg

The Greenhorn Valley Community Garden foliage is in harvest season now for many of its plants, with more to come soon Photo by Shirley Pigg

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Community Garden is Lush and Full

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
The Greenhorn Valley Community Garden is in full glory right now, showcasing beautiful flowers, delicious peppers, tomatoes, and an array of wonderful summer produce. The diversity of plants and gardening styles reflects the variety of people who rent the spaces to cultivate their gardens.
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Approval of Craver Middle School Greenhouse Construction

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
On Tuesday, August 5, Craver Middle School Principal Jody Pool and FFA teacher Ashley Termaine presented to the Pueblo County School District 70 (D70) Board of Education (BOE) seeking approval for the construction of a greenhouse at Craver Middle School.
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