Friday, December 30, 2011

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.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Snow in Mitchell County for Christmas!

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

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

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!


Friday, December 16, 2011

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.

Sunday, December 11, 2011

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!

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Loraine VFD celebrates Christmas at Mi Ranchito!

It was time for the Annual Loraine VFD's Christmas party last night, and it was held at Mi Ranchito! 


Loraine VFD Members of the Year....(left) Carlton Johnson and Jacob Sanchez (right) were presented their awards by Fire Chief Rickey Bailey.





Shady Mitchell was given a special award at the dinner.  Shady has retired from active work this year at the VFD. 

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Ladies Auxilary hold Open House at Hospital!

Refreshment time at the hospital!


Lots of shoppers turned out for the Gift Shop's Holiday Open House!



That's Judy Ritchey and Glenda Stinson serving all those busy customers!


Winners at the Festival of Trees!


Grand Prize winner for the Kid Decorated Tree – Entered by the Mitchell County Library the tree skirt and garland was made from pages of books. The decorations were made from the children’s handprints, cut out colored snow flakes, and decorated stockings.








Grand Prize winner for the Adult Decorated Tree – Colorado City Garden Club - the tree was decorated in homemade gingerbread men and houses with puffy felt hearts as accent pieces.





Sunday, December 4, 2011

The Christmas Parade kicks off the Festival of Trees!

The downtown streets of Colorado City lit up last night with the 2nd Annual Lighted Christmas Parade!

Snow comes to Colorado City!

One of the top attractions yesterday was the Main Street Mountain...a "snow" slide erected behind the Community Mission!




C.C. Riders team up with Kiwannianes!

The C.C. Riders held a Car Show downtown yesterday to help the Kiwanianne's with their Toy Drive! 


Deacon McGill's 1929 Model A took second place in the car show..he is seen here with Jan Lemons.



The big winner was Lana Self and her 1958 Firebird!