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2023 Rye High School Graduate Elijah Perez Jr is congratulated by Pueblo Public School District Board of Director John Christianson. Perez has made a committment to the United States Navy, and will report for duty in one month. Photo by Terry Kraus

2023 Rye High School Graduate Elijah Perez Jr is congratulated by Pueblo Public School District Board of Director John Christianson. Perez has made a committment to the United States Navy, and will report for duty in one month. Photo by Terry Kraus

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Graduates Challenged to Make their Mark with Kindness and Grace

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Forty-eight Rye High School students walked into the Rye High School Gymnasium as seniors last Thursday night, and left an hour later as 2022-23 graduates. Salutatorian Brianna Prichard recalled that at least 14 of the graduating class had attended school together since kindergarten.
The Elmer Glenn Melchi gravesite displays three American flags, indicating three active duty, family members who served in the United States Armed Forces. Photo by Terry Kraus

The Elmer Glenn Melchi gravesite displays three American flags, indicating three active duty, family members who served in the United States Armed Forces. Photo by Terry Kraus

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Former VFW Commander Honored at Memorial Day Service

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Chaplain (COL) Andy Meverden, retired, stood up to speak at the 2023 Memorial Day Service at the Colorado City Cemetery, hosted by Cuerne Verde VFW Post 7305. He addressed the 100 or so attendees and asked them to listen to a voicemail he wanted to share.
Rye High School Drama and Music students attend Les Miserables at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Courtsy Photo

Rye High School Drama and Music students attend Les Miserables at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts. Courtsy Photo

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RHS Students Attend Les Misérables at the DCPA

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Ninety-Two Rye High School (RHS) students, four adult school chaperones, and two community members made an awesome trip to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) on May 18th. The occasion was to see Les Misérables, the musical based on the original novel by Victor Hugo.
Craver Principal Jody Pool, with Jayme Graham, Education Instructional Aide at Craver Middle School, and award-winning teacher Erin Sonnleitner (L-R).

Craver Principal Jody Pool, with Jayme Graham, Education Instructional Aide at Craver Middle School, and award-winning teacher Erin Sonnleitner (L-R).

Craver’s Sonnleitner Wins the Colorado Teacher Award for Education and Civic Achievement

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Erin Sonnleitner, 6th grade English Language Arts and Social Studies teacher at Craver Middle School, received the prestigious Colorado Teacher Award for Education and Civic Achievement on May 11. Sonnleitner was one of four Pueblo County School District 70 teachers to receive the award.
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Four Ways to Use Cash Wisely

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
There has been a lot of talk about a “cashless” society, but it’s not here yet. In fact, cash can still be a valuable element of your overall financial picture – if you employ it wisely. But how?
Greenhorn Valley View file photo, 2021 Memorial Day Color Guard Cuerno Verde VFW Memorial Day Observance. Photo by Terry Kraus

Greenhorn Valley View file photo, 2021 Memorial Day Color Guard Cuerno Verde VFW Memorial Day Observance. Photo by Terry Kraus

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Memorial Day – Lest We Forget

Jerry Collins
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Memorial Day is a day of reflection and remembrance for the men and women who have died while serving the United States Armed Services.
Chaplain Andy Meverden Courtesy Photo

Chaplain Andy Meverden Courtesy Photo

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Memorial Day Observance Features Military Chaplain

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Cuerno Verde Post 7305 will host a Memorial Day Service on Monday, May 29, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Colorado City Cemetery (East Jefferson Blvd. to Sandy Court). Chaplain Andy Meverden, author of Unconventional Chaplain, will be the keynote speaker.
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Sangre de Cristo VFC is Filling their Summer Calendar

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
The beautiful, newly remodeled Susan Kalman Peaks to Prairie Community Center, located in Colorado City at 4705 Santa Fe Drive, seems to be shaping up as the place to be this spring/summer of 2023.
The Rye High School Rock Band attended the Canon City Blossom Music Festival. Courtsy Photo

The Rye High School Rock Band attended the Canon City Blossom Music Festival. Courtsy Photo

Rye Thunderbolt Band is Keeping Busy

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
The Rye Thunderbolt Band has had quite a year this 2022-23 school season! The band/music department has been expanding in leaps and bounds since music director Ian Watson came to Rye in 2021. This is especially noticeable with all the recent year-end activities.
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