Tag: canon city
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TEST 7 Colorado golf courses that will test your mettle without taking all of your money
Golf in Colorado comes with many perks. Consistent sunshine, stunning views and abundant wildlife are three that quickly come to mind. There’s the increased distance on every shot, with balls traveling up to 15% farther than at sea level. And there are the dramatic elevation changes enjoyed from many a mountain tee box. Golf season…
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7 Colorado golf courses that will test your mettle without taking all of your money
Golf in Colorado comes with many perks. Consistent sunshine, stunning views and abundant wildlife are three that quickly come to mind. There’s the increased distance on every shot, with balls traveling up to 15% farther than at sea level. And there are the dramatic elevation changes enjoyed from many a mountain tee box. Golf season…
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Canon City’s Gavin Reddick overcomes injury to win 4A 200-meter, back-to-back 100-meter titles
LAKEWOOD – Injury wasn’t going to stop Gavin Reddick from putting on a show at JeffCo Stadium. In a thrilling final, Canon City’s Reddick secured back-to-back Colorado High School Activities Association state championships in the 100-meter final Saturday morning. Just a few hours later, he took the 200 final to end his high school career…
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Happy Trails: Historic, scenic path in southern Colorado is ‘Royal Gorge without the crowds’
When it comes to outdoor recreation around Cañon City, it seems there’s always something new. This has been the case over the past decade, as the town has focused on expanding trails to grow its tourism economy. Mountain bikers have known about Oil Well Flats, but more recently they along with hikers have been getting…
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Al dente and devoted: A family legacy continues at Italian restaurant in southern Colorado
CAÑON CITY • It seems odd and out of place, the gladiator statue here by the front door of DiRito’s Italian Restaurant. It seems odd, until you see the gladiator tattooed on the arm of the owner and realize the statue stands for something. The tattoo bears the living years of Greg DiRito’s father: 1934-2007.…
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5 uniquely Colorado festivals to celebrate spring in 2026
Taste of VailApril 1-4 Now in its 35th year, Taste of Vail showcases chefs, vintners, brewers and distillers from the Vail Valley and throughout the world. “From sophisticated wine tastings to indulgent gourmet dinners, Taste of Vail promises a truly one-of-a-kind experience,” the website says. The festival kicks off April 1 with The Vail Pour,…
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Gazette Preps’ all-area Peak Performer boys wrestling teams
Coach of the year: Brandon Lucero, Air Academy Peak Performer: David Burchett, Air Academy First team Manuel Mota, Widefield Matthew Torres, Air Academy Dylan Saba, Air Academy Micah Horowitz, Peyton Nathaniel Perkins, The Classical Academy Forrest, Craddock, Colorado Springs Christian Alex Burchett, Air Academy Michael Saba, Air Academy David Burchett, Air Academy Thomas Martell, Air…
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PIKES PICK: Colorado ranching art in Fremont Center for the Arts
See art with a history of ranching and a Colorado heritage in a changing landscape, a solo exhibition by Florence-based artist Rudl R. Mergelman. A family history near Gunnison and Blue Mesa Reservoir. Fremont Center for the Arts in Canon City, reception at 5:30 p.m. Saturday and runs through April 3. 719-275-2790
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Air Academy finishes third, David Burchett secures second individual championship; Cañon City wins four titles
DENVER – David Burchett secured his victory, found his coaches and jumped in their arms. Then, the Air Academy senior dropped to the mat and left a few tears of joy that put an exclamation point on his night at Ball Arena. Yes, even more of a stamp than Burchett’s 4-1 overtime win against Pueblo…