A Squirell's tale......

This is "baby", one of the three baby squirells that Peggy Forbes rescued, raised and hand-fed after the mama squirell died.  The Forbes have released Baby and the other two back into the wild, but Baby still comes back and climbs all over Peggy and eats out of her hand!!

City Council and Freedom of Speech?

The Colorado City council met last night and "just said no" to joining the County in a Water Desalination project.  Another item on the agenda was a Council Governance Principles Policy, but when the Mayor called for discussion on the matter, she was met with resistance from other Council members.  City Manager Pete Kampfer called for the Police Chief to come up to talk to the Mayor as she tried to read her statement. 

The old Loraine Water tower comes down!

The old water tower in Loraine, built back in 1925, became a part of history yesterday as demolition crews dismantled the iron giant.  Shady Mitchell was able to secure the top round ball from the tower as a momento..and sent us these photos of the process!

Covenant Ranch Cowboy Church destroyed by fire!

Firemen were called out about 1:00am this morning to the old Livestock Auction building, which now houses the Cowboy Church in Colorado City.  Fire officials say the the blaze destroyed everything inside the metal building, leaving only the shell of the structure still standing.  Firemen from Colorado City and Loraine were on the scene until almost 7:00am this morning, battling the blaze.  The cause of the fire is under investigation and we will keep you updated.

Moving back into the Courthouse!

After months of repairs, it's time to start moving back into the Mitchell County Courthouse!

J.P. James Williams gets settled back in his office.

County Clerk Debby Carlock's office is still a work in progress.

Construction underway at the courthouse.

D.A.'s office secretary Sue Crow busy on the phones.

A drive-thru at Fuller Foods?

There's a drive thru window today at Fullers, but it's only temporary!  Actually, it's not a new service, but the result of an accident yesterday afternoon.  Fortunately, no one was hurt, just shaken up a bit!

Thanks to Robert McCumsey and MirrorGlass Photography for this picture taken right after the accident.

Store Manager Rick Alvarez (left) and Robert McCumsey worked late last night making repairs.

Snow in Mitchell County for Christmas!

Folks here in Mitchell County were treated to a White Christmas!

One Year Prayer Vigil held for missing teen Hailey Dunn.

A Prayer vigil was held this past Saturday for missing Colorado City teen Hailey Dunn.  December 27th will mark one year since the CMS student was last seen and the Hope for Hailey organization has worked hard to help keep Hailey in the public eye.  A Christmas tree was placed at Hailey's Hope, in the 1800 block of Chestnut, and ornaments were placed on the tree in honor of Hailey.  As of today, no arrests have been made in connection with Hailey's case.

A crowd of about 50 people were on hand for the Vigil for Hailey Dunn.

A huge banner was placed on the front of Hailey's home for the event.

Hailey's mom, Billie Dunn, places an angel on top of the Christmas tree for her daughter.  Hailey's dad, Clint Dunn has moved to another city and was not on hand for the vigil.

Several of Hailey's classmates were at the event and gave interviews for NewsWest 9.

Shawn Adkins attended the vigil with Hailey's mom Billie Dunn.

An emotional time for Billie Dunn, whose daughter has been missing since December 27th 2010 from Colorado City. 

Santa's helpers at the Community Mission!

It's been a busy Christmas season for the folks down at the Community Mission!  Saturday was the day for Christmas boxes to be delivered to families around town, and it took alot of elves to help make the rounds!

The City's Annual Christmas Party!

The City of Colorado City held it's Annual Christmas party took place last Friday night at the Civic Center and several awards were given out at the event.

Police Officer of the Year went to Nick Holbrook (left), presented by Police Chief Tinker Owens.

Jo Yancey (seated) was named the Tele-Communicator of the Year and was presented an embroidered jacket by Donna Overton.

Deanna Dickard (left) has been with the City for 25 years, and Connie Baker has served 15 years with the City!

Martha Martinez takes the chance to tell Blue Santa her Christmas list!

Retiring from the City are Richard Reyna (left) and Eppy Mendoza, both having worked for the City for 25 years!

The C.C. Opry Christmas Show!

Big time at the Opry House last night..it was the Annual C.C. Opry Christmas Show and a good crowd was on hand to get in the Christmas spirit! 

A Happy Christmas Elf was on hand to greet visitors...that's Becky Seibold!

That's (left to right) Bobby Richardson, Debbie Mitchell and Rev. James Williams backstage at the historical Opera House.

Fullers Christmas Party!

Christmas cheer filled the air at the Civic Center last night as the employees of Fuller Foods held their Annual Christmas party!  Owner Judy Honeycutt was in town and voiced her appreciation to all of the staff for their dedication this year.  A highlight of the evening was when the prizes were drawn!

Store Manager Rick Alvarez and owner Judy Honeycutt were all smiles at the party!

Just one of the tables full of happy employees!

One of the big winners of the night was Joy Demby, who took home a 43" TV set!

Audy Martinez and her sister Ginny Rivera both won bicycles!

Adelina Espinoza took home a crockpot from the party.

Jeffrey was one of the best dressed men at the party!