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2019

Good Tidings of Great Joy

by Pastor Curtis Schockey

Through signs in our yards, or the sweaters we wear, to even the jewelry we put on, this time of year provides a stage to proclaim what we believe. It has become a time of year in which people of other faiths or no faith at all tolerate a little Christian joy. However,
as time goes on the tolerance is shrinking for those who want to proclaim the birth of their Savior. We see the workplace, the stores, the media, and even our neighbors asking that we all be aware of how a nativity scene can be offensive or even the phrase “Merry Christmas”.
Their goal is to be all inclusive during the holidays.

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2019, BOCC, Uncategorized

BOCC: Airport Firetruck Fireworks

Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC)
—December 18, 2019
WESTCLIFFE, Colo.
by Jackie (Muddy) Bubis
The meeting started with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Introductions of the public followed.
The minutes for November 27th, December 5th and 6th were approved.
Commissioner Items:
Commissioner Canda reported that CenturyLink is looking at options for extending fiber down to McKenzie Junction to include grant application. The meeting with Sallie Clark from USDA Rural Development went well and Mr. Canda was pleasantly surprised at all the programs available for small rural communities. Continue reading BOCC: Airport Firetruck Fireworks →

2019, Custer County Kids

Coach Through, “District Not Resting on Distinction Award”

by Troy Bomgardner
Counselor/Head Football Coach
Custer County High School

Although just recently having received the prestigious “School of Distinction Award” by the Colorado Department of Education, the Custer County School District is continuing to work on improving the quality of education throughout the district. One of the key components is called a “Coach Through”. The concept involves an administrator stopping by a classroom, observing teachers Continue reading Coach Through, “District Not Resting on Distinction Award” →

2019

Looks Like Heart of the Rockies Is Coming to Town

by George Gramlich,
News and Analysis

WESTCLIFFE, Colo.

When our Sentinel reporter Ann Barthrop got back from the last West Custer County Hospital District (“WCCHD” or for us locals, the “Clinic”) Board meeting a few weeks ago, she had a lot of questions about the proposed “take over” of the Clinic by Salida’s
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (“HRRMC” or the “Heart”). It was the major topic of discussion at the meeting, but some things didn’t quite fit together. Continue reading Looks Like Heart of the Rockies Is Coming to Town →

2019, BOCC

BOCC: Commissioner Flower not happy with Trib’s Article, Trib CORAs Docs…

BOCC: Flower not happy with Trib’s Article, Trib CORAs Docs, Board to Talk about Vacation Rentals, More Money Tossed at Implementation of the Strategic plan?

Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC)
—December 5, 2019
WESTCLIFFE, Colo.
by Jackie (Muddy) Bubis

The meeting started with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Introductions of the public followed.
Commissioner Items:
Commissioner Printz expressed that the CCI (Colorado Counties, Incorporated) conference that the three commissioners just returned from was profitable and suggested that the time to talk about short-term vacation rentals is sooner rather than later.
Commissioner Canda reported that Sally Clark from USDA will be here on Thursday the 12th at 10:30 a.m. to meet with the commissioners regarding fiber and broadband. He also appreciated the CCI conference and came home with more knowledge and information. Continue reading BOCC: Commissioner Flower not happy with Trib’s Article, Trib CORAs Docs… →

2019, BOCC

November 27th BOCC: Fiber, EMS, Airport Fire Truck Issue, HOAs want Snow Plowed by County

BOCC: IGA Signed for Fiber Project,
Airport Fire Truck Issue, HOA Wants Snow Plowed,
MORE EMS Drama

Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC)
—November 27, 2019
WESTCLIFFE, Colo.
by Jackie (Muddy) Bubis
The meeting started with the Pledge of Allegiance and roll call. Introductions of the public followed.
The minutes from November 13th were approved.
Commissioner Items
Commissioner Canda reported that the Upper Arkansas Water Conservancy District will be meeting after the first of the year with those opposed to the water augmentation plan. He worked with Fire Chief Shy to clarify insurance issues with the damage done by the fire truck housed at the airport. He announced that the $30K grant for the Underfunded Courthouse project was awarded. Continue reading November 27th BOCC: Fiber, EMS, Airport Fire Truck Issue, HOAs want Snow Plowed by County →

2019

Living Nativity at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Canon City

On Saturday, December 14th from 5 to 7:30 p.m., Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church will continue its traditional recreation of the birth of Christ as a Living Nativity scene. This year marks the 21st Anniversary of the event.
Visiting the Living Nativity has become a tradition for many viewers from Fremont County and beyond. New visitors are invited to join in the tradition at 801 N. Sheridan Avenue in Cañon City to help celebrate the Christmas season. Continue reading Living Nativity at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Canon City →

Uncategorized

Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Groups Provide Thanksgiving Dinner to Many

by George Gramlich
The hand of God can clearly be seen in making a wonderful event happen last Saturday. Two separate strands of fate were somehow joined to produce a literal bounty of Thanksgiving food for around 100 Custer County families, and it wasn’t by chance.


Our local Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 12063 wanted to provide Thanksgiving turkeys and fix’ns for some of our less fortunate families in the Valley. After some planning, they began raising money to get ‘er done. They posted on social media and did door-to-door visits to the business community in Westcliffe and Silver Cliff. As usual, our merchants responded well.

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