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The Thunderbolt WinterGuard twirl their flags in their award-winning state championship performance. Courtesy Photo

The Thunderbolt WinterGuard twirl their flags in their award-winning state championship performance. Courtesy Photo

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Thunderbolt WinterGuard Places 5th at State Contest

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Saturday, April 6, was a huge day for the Thunderbolt WinterGuard as they made the long trek to Denver to compete in the State Championships.On a long and nerve-wracking day, the team left the Greenhorn Valley early in the morning, and placing announcements wasn’t completed until almost 10:00 p.m.
Back row, left to right: #23-Jordan Holgerson-Rahl, #34-Alaina Bourgeois, #44Shayla Kushner, #40-Shannon Kushner, #4-Kelsy Stribling, #2-Sady Stinchcomb, #24-Lacie Laca, Coach Jayme Graham, Coach Jody Pool Front row, left to right: #24-Morgan Elarton, #22-Sophie Adamson, #12-Sydney Adamson, #30-Gracie Graham Courtesy Photo

Back row, left to right: #23-Jordan Holgerson-Rahl, #34-Alaina Bourgeois, #44Shayla Kushner, #40-Shannon Kushner, #4-Kelsy Stribling, #2-Sady Stinchcomb, #24-Lacie Laca, Coach Jayme Graham, Coach Jody Pool Front row, left to right: #24-Morgan Elarton, #22-Sophie Adamson, #12-Sydney Adamson, #30-Gracie Graham Courtesy Photo

Forever a Thunderbolt

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Head Coach Kermit Spencer, who guided the Rye High School girls basketball team in 2021-22 to a third-place finish in the State Tournament, isn’t sure what his overall record as coach at RHS was. He clearly remembers one year when his charges only went 2-18.
April Wind Storm Howled Across the Area

April Wind Storm Howled Across the Area

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April Wind Storm Howled Across the Area

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Spring is typically windy in Colorado and March is often legendary for its windstorms, but April provided some noteworthy gusts this past weekend as the area was bombarded with high wind. The National Weather Service recorded more than 40 wind gusts of 75 mph or more during the April 6 -7 storm.
Paula McPheeters, candidate for Pueblo County Commissioner, shares her views with residents at the Greenhorn Valley Library. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Paula McPheeters, candidate for Pueblo County Commissioner, shares her views with residents at the Greenhorn Valley Library. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Commissioner Candidate McPheeters Conveyed Desire to Communicate

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Pueblo County Commissioner candidate Paula McPheeters held a meet and greet at the Greenhorn Library on Saturday, April 6.Approximately twenty people, many of whom were already fans and decked out in “Paula for Pueblo” shirts, gathered to hear McPheeters’ thoughts.
Pueblo County Commissioner Eppie Griego was joined by several other informed and influential people from various Pueblo County departments at a Town Hall meeting on April 4. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Pueblo County Commissioner Eppie Griego was joined by several other informed and influential people from various Pueblo County departments at a Town Hall meeting on April 4. Photo by Shirley Pigg

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Community Turns Out for Town Hall

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Greenhorn Valley residents turned out to pack the house for the Town Hall Meeting on April 4. Event organizers issued an invitation to attend and let Commissioner Griego listen to your concerns regarding issues throughout the county, especially in the Colorado City area.

Two Rare Events Happening in April

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Look up! Coloradans are getting the chance to witness two rare events in the sky during April of 2024. A total solar eclipse on April 8 will also display the 12P/Pons-Brooks comet which comes around only approximately every 71 years.
A group of the Modern Senior Hiking Club at the Nature Center in Pueblo. Courtesy Photo

A group of the Modern Senior Hiking Club at the Nature Center in Pueblo. Courtesy Photo

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The Modern Seniors Hiking Club Invites You Out for a Stroll

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Stroll, saunter, walk, hike, whatever you would like to call it, the new walking club in the Valley invites you to come along with them. All ages, all fitness levels, and all sexes, you are likely to be all smiles after joining this energetic, friendly, and cheerful group on the trails.

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The Greenhorn Valley Book Club

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
The Greenhorn Valley Book Club met on March 28 at the Greenhorn Valley Library to discuss North Woods by Daniel Mason. This meeting was the perfect example of the benefits of a book club as the members gained new insight by sharing thoughts on the book.
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When Should You Take Social Security?

Press Release
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
One of your important sources of retirement income will likely be Social Security — but when should you start taking it?You can start collecting Social Security benefits at 62, but your checks will be considerably bigger if you wait until your full retirement age, which is likely between 66 and 67.
VFC Easter Egg Hunt an Event Not to be Missed

VFC Easter Egg Hunt an Event Not to be Missed

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VFC Easter Egg Hunt an Event Not to be Missed

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Dozens of families gathered at Greenhorn Meadows Park to hop into Easter early on Saturday morning for the Easter egg hunt hosted by the Sangre De Cristo Volunteers for Community (VFC).
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