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Are your protection plans in place?

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Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Have you ever thought about how much you have to protect? Between your family, your finances, your independence and your legacy, it can be quite a lot — and that’s why it's important to have the right protection plan in place.
Coaches Spencer and Scott Elliot have pioneered a program that is leading to big money scholarships and a notable improvement in academic engagement and outcomes. Courtesy Photo

Coaches Spencer and Scott Elliot have pioneered a program that is leading to big money scholarships and a notable improvement in academic engagement and outcomes. Courtesy Photo

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Gaming at GOAL! Engagement and More!

News Staff
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Annabelle Reeves, Student Goal Academy High SchoolFor sixteen years, GOAL Academy High School has proven to be a leader in innovation. From the Board of Education to over 650 staff members, there is one goal in mind – student engagement!
Spanish Peaks Solar/Spanish Peaks II Solar projects in Las Animas County, Colo. Courtesy Photo

Spanish Peaks Solar/Spanish Peaks II Solar projects in Las Animas County, Colo. Courtesy Photo

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New Solar Project Benefiting SIEA Members Now Operational

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Wednesday, January 8, 2025
• Deriva, Tri-State announce start of commercial operations at Spanish Peaks Solar projects• Spanish Peaks Solar, comprised of two projects, will generate 140 megawatts of renewable energy in Las Animas County, Colo., for Tri-State and its members.
2024 Year in Review - Fourth Quarter, Best Photograph, the Christmas Tree hunters

2024 Year in Review - Fourth Quarter, Best Photograph, the Christmas Tree hunters

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Fourth Quarter Follows District 70 and CCMD Controversies

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
San Isabel Electric returned nearly $1.5 Million in capital credits to members. More than 21,000 checks were mailed. Checks ranged from $10 to a capital credit check that went to District 70 for $11,411. Most utilities would pocket that money, but as S.I.E.A.
CDOT crews, Langston Concrete, and other subcontractors joined forces to quickly haul away the tremendous amounts of rock. Courtesy Photo

CDOT crews, Langston Concrete, and other subcontractors joined forces to quickly haul away the tremendous amounts of rock. Courtesy Photo

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Massive Rockslide Closes Highways 165 and 96

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
The Colorado Department of Transportation closed CO Highways 165 and 96 due to a huge rockslide on Sunday, December 29. The rockslide occurred in the area of McKenzie Junction, in Custer County. CO 96 was closed in both directions Sunday evening from Wetmore to Westcliffe.
Head huntsman David Martin (L) and 2024 Yule log finder Tom Green cut the Yule log. Courtesy Photo

Head huntsman David Martin (L) and 2024 Yule log finder Tom Green cut the Yule log. Courtesy Photo

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72nd Annual Beulah Yule Log Hunt in the Bag

Shirley Pigg
Monday, December 30, 2024
The 72nd annual Beulah Yule Log Hunt was held on a bright crisp Sunday.The festive Beulah event on December 15 started with the Nature and Wildlife Discovery Center (NWDC) hosting a delicious chili dinner from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Arthur’s Kitchen in the Horseshoe Lodge.

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Brief Board Meeting Ends 2024

Terry Kraus
Monday, December 30, 2024
Three Colorado City Metro District board members finished business for 2024 with a short meeting on December 26.
2024 Year in Review - Third Quarter, Best Photograph, Pueblo Chili Festival, by Shirley Pigg Courtesy Photo

2024 Year in Review - Third Quarter, Best Photograph, Pueblo Chili Festival, by Shirley Pigg Courtesy Photo

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Third Quarter Filled with Greenhorn Valley Activities

Terry Kraus
Monday, December 30, 2024
Greenhorn Valley Days featured a variety of events for the entire family. Co-ed softball, a bounce house, a slip-and-slide, live music all day, 50 vendors, tournaments, contests, drawings, face painting, and local organizations educating the public on what they do, made for a full day for everyone.
Colorado City Rye Lions and Leo Club members load a vehicle with food and toys to complete their annual Christmas drive. Courtesy Photo

Colorado City Rye Lions and Leo Club members load a vehicle with food and toys to complete their annual Christmas drive. Courtesy Photo

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A Community Service Well Done

Shirley Pigg
Monday, December 23, 2024
Months of hard work by the Colorado City Rye Lions Club were completed on Saturday, December 21, when they held their annual Christmas food and toy distribution. Eighty families were served, providing food for 333 people and gifts for 96 children/teens!
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