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CUSTER COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) -- A candlelight vigil is being held today in Custer County to honor the victims that were lost in last week's deadly shooting. The vigil is being held Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. at Custer County School's West gym on 709 Main Street, Westcliffe Colorado. The service will honor Rob and Beth The post Custer County to host vigil to honor victims of deadly shooting appeared first on KRDO.

Discover the allure of Gardner Butte, Huerfano County's volcanic wonder, a geological marvel formed millions of years ago. Its majestic presence in the valley, along with its 'sibling' buttes, offers a backdrop like no other for outdoor enthusiasts. The butte is a history-rich trail marker of old, now calling to modern-day adventurers to explore its rugged trails and panoramic vistas that showcase the Earth's raw beauty.

CHAFFEE COUNTY, Colo. — A Southern Colorado District Attorney was accused of breaking so many rules that every judge in her district was forced to recuse themselves from hearing one of her cases, because they thought they would have to file a complaint against her. There's a reason why...

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near rye. Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes.

The two suspects that law enforcement have in custody in connection to the shooting that left three dead and one wounded in Custer County, are now fighting extradition to Colorado. On November 20th a shooting northeast of Westcliffe left two men and one woman dead, as well as one woman...

A suspect in a rural Colorado shooting has been arrested. Three people died and one is in bad condition from this tragedy. Law authorities arrested 45-year-old Westcliffe resident Hanme K. Clark after a daylong search. On Tuesday afternoon, the Custer County Sheriff's Office reported that the New Mexico State Police arrested the suspect.

(WESTCLIFFE, Colo.) — A candlelight vigil will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 29 to honor the victims of a shooting in northern Custer County on Monday, Nov. 20. The Custer County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) posted on Facebook on Friday, Nov. 24 and invited the community to come together for the vigil and offer support and […]

Kampgrounds of America Inc. announced recently that the Pueblo South/Colorado City KOA Holiday Campground, 9040 Interstate 25 South, has earned the annual KOA President’s Award and the KOA Founder’s Award. The campground, which features RV and tent camping sites, cabins, covered wagon sites, a swimming pool, hot tub...

(CUSTER COUNTY, Colo.) — A Custer County man is facing a slew of charges after he had children unlock his car’s interlock device, led law enforcement on a chase, and then had to be tased during his arrest for driving under the influence. According to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO), deputies tried to pull […]

Nestled in the San Luis Valley of southern Colorado, the quaint town of Fort Garland is renowned for its haunting past, encapsulated within the historic Fort Garland Museum. Once commanded by the fabled Kit Carson, this military post turned museum now stands as a beacon for ghost hunters and history buffs alike. Here, the spectral legend of Manuel Lujan, a soldier felled in a dispute back in 1863, looms large. Visitors whisper of encounters with his ghostly sentinel, a tale so ingrained in local lore that even the museum's curator acknowledges his presence with a daily greeting.

The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office said the incredible teamwork and tenacity of its units, Rye Fire and Flight for Life led to the successful rescue of a Chicago family of five on Wednesday.

Those bundling up and hitting the streets for December’s First Friday Artwalk will encounter a mix of fresh mind-expanding exhibits and multi-artist shows aimed at holiday shoppers. Here’s our list of art spots to get you started, but as always you’ll find more at Downtown Partnership and Old Colorado City and by cruising the streets of Manitou Springs.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Sunday is $3.253, a week ago the price is $3.313 , according to AAA.

FORT GARLAND — Nov. 14 was a historic day for the Costilla County Fire Protection District. Chaplain Robert Dale declared this day, "the first annual badging ceremony." The ceremony took place at the Blanca/Fort Garland Community Center. Most firefighters, when hired, receive their uniform and badge in a special ceremony. Costilla County firefighters never had uniforms or a badging ceremony. They are a volunteer fire department. Most have full-time jobs and fight fires when they can.

Work to restore an old ski area in southern Colorado has resumed following a contentious halt. Ahead of a one-year agreement expiring this month, Huerfano County leaders had ordered nonprofit Panadero Ski Corp. to stop all activity at Cuchara Mountain Park, the site of the former ski area base and chairlift the county took ownership of following Cuchara Foundation's purchase and transfer in 2017. At their latest meeting, commissioners granted...

The county has a population of 4,700

The Wet Mountain Valley Community Foundation (WMVCF) invites the Westcliffe/Silver Cliff community to its 2023 Spirit Campaign Kick-Off Gala to take place at All Aboard Westcliffe (110 Rosita Avenue) from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 18. Everyone is invited!. The Spirit Campaign is one of the Foundation’s...

The 77-14 bi-district win over Pecos on Nov. 9, secured tonight’s area match up for the Indians versus Wichita Falls Hirschi in Colorado City at 7 p.m. Hirschi defeated Benbrook, 38-10, in its bi-district game on Nov. 10, comes into the area championship with a 6-5 record, while the Indians continue winning with a 10-1 mark.

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A scary situation unfolded in the Greenhorn Mountains area near Rye, Colorado on November 22, when a family of five from Chicago became stranded during what was expected to be a relatively quick hike. The family, consisting of three adults and two children, left for a hike from Greenhorn Trailhead...