Author: Marianne Mogon

FLORISSANT • A farm wagon that had survived for a more than a century suffered damage during a recent snowstorm that hit Teller County hard. The antique wagon, well over 100 years old, was on exhibit in front of Pikes Peak Historical Society’s Museum on Teller One when it was hit by a vehicle that…

Wendy Sommers-Rea’s logo design symbolizes the work of a new Colorado nonprofit that helps children in foster care. The resident of Jefferson, Park County recently won a logo contest held by Evergreen-based nonprofit Innocent Travelers. The contest, held in January, was open to artists in Colorado. Sommers-Rea received a check for $250 for submitting the…

Top Hand Series Gymkhana has announced its schedule for 2021. The fun starts April 10 at the Norris-Penrose Event Center, Home of the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs. According to Horsemanshipworld.com, “Gymkhana literally means ‘Games on Horseback.’ Horse and riders compete individually and are timed to see how…

Traveling west along U.S. 24 about 8 miles past Divide, you will find yourself in the small community of Florissant. This seemingly quiet and nondescript town on the western edge of Teller County was once prosperous and bustling and is steeped in rich history. 34 million years ago, the area of and around Florissant was…

FLORISSANT • At just 9 years old, Riley Schumacher has already made quite a name for herself in the world of barrel racing. In fact, she’s already seven years into her career. When she was 2, Riley was given a pony and was soon riding high and breaking records. She got her start in competition…