Archive for September 2nd, 2024
Bristol Veterans Memorial Project accepting submissions for inclusion
The grounds of the new Bristol Senior-Community Center will be further enhanced with the addition of a Veterans Memorial. The 2,800 square foot ADA compliant community center will also showcase a sensory therapy garden, historic murals and wind sculpture in additional to the Veterans Memorial. The showcase garden is a collaborative effort with Colorado State […]
When are Colorado’s last coal-fired power plants closing?
Xcel Energy’s coal-fired Comanche Generating Station, located in Pueblo, is the largest power plant in the state of Colorado. (Mike Sweeney, Special to The Colorado Sun) About a third of Colorado’s electricity is still generated by 10 coal-fired power plants. That should drop to zero by the end of 2031. Coal may be on […]
County assessors in Colorado offer mixed views on property tax compromise
County assessors from around the state offered their insights into the compromise legislation that lawmakers approved at the conclusion of a special session on Thursday. The product of negotiations between Gov. Jared Polis, legislators, and the groups behind a pair of ballot initiatives seeking deeper property tax cuts, House Bill 1001 is relatively similar to […]
Holly Saddle Club hosting Outlaws Playday Gymkhana Sept. 14
The Holly Saddle Club is hosting the Outlaws Playday Gymkhana Saturday, September 14 at 4pm at the Holly Arena. Included are Barrel racing, Pole Bending, Flag Race and goat tying. Ages 7 and under leadline, 7 and under ride by themselves, 8 – 13, 14 – 18. $15 total entry fee which goes to end of […]