Ways to help the library through a budget crunch

If you've been in the library in the past few months, you may have noticed that the selection on our "New Books" shelf has been pretty thin. Those who have inquired about ordering a new title may...

DATE: July 30, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

A potpourri of claims

Zombie Voters South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, "We found out that there were over 900 people who died and then subsequently voted. That number could be even higher than that." The...

DATE: July 30, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

After a lot of work, it's back to 'normal'

Now everyone can notice all the work that went into making the town look more festive. The men and women volunteers with the town's garden group worked hard to put flowers into planters and then...

DATE: July 30, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Americorps brings energy to local projects

Of the myriad ways one can serve their country, from the armed forces, public office, Peace Corps, US AID or others, there is one program in particular focused on funneling high-energy citizens...

DATE: July 30, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

An old bar run by old-timers

This past weekend a celebration dedicated the Columbine bar. It was established in 1910 and continues to be one of the oldest operating bars in Colorado. In 1948 it was noted in the Mancos Times...

DATE: July 23, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Almost Mancos Days!

Cowboy Photo Booth: Once again, the Arts Council will host its Cowboy Photo Booth during Mancos Days. We'll be in Boyle Park right next to the old jail. We've got all the hats, fringed jackets,...

DATE: July 16, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

The Mancos Valley cares about its town

I walk to work every day and have a chance to notice how people care for their property. The Town of Mancos has been encouraging everyone to spruce up their business or residential property in...

DATE: July 16, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Mancos Public Library and librarians

Two weeks ago I wrote a column about Harry Z. Owen. It perpetuated a myth and greatly disturbed Dorothy Owen and others. I am writing a book about the mining camp up at Golconda so it is timely...

DATE: July 16, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Ella Reeve Bloor

"As I begin this story ... I am strong and vigorous at the age of 78 and I would really much rather talk about plans and dreams for the future than to delve back into the past." Ella Reeve Bloor...

DATE: July 16, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Small program has big impact across nation

Farm to School education is picking up steam as a national movement. Many programs and schools focus on sourcing local fresh food for the cafeterias while others bring students outside into school...

DATE: July 9, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Olga Schaaf Little - burro packer

Olga was born in 1883 in Germany, and her family immigrated to America in 1885. In November 1893 she ended up with her family in Chama. She attended school there, and the only language spoken was...

DATE: July 9, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

Beautification is a valley-wide project

The beautification group for the town of Mancos had its first meeting on Monday evening, July 1. Approximately 30 people came together to share their ideas and enthusiasm for making the Mancos...

DATE: July 9, 2013 | CATEGORY: MT - Columnists

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