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The smell of freshly cut wood with a hint of pine sap paired with the roaring engines of chainsaws and the thump of axes against wood created the perfect invitation to crowds as they wandered into the arena outside the South Fork Community building on Saturday.
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For generations, La Jara residents have gathered each summer to celebrate the town's history, and enjoy a day dedicated to hometown pride. On Saturday, July 26, that tradition continues as La Jara Glory Days returns with a full schedule of family activities, live music, a community breakfast, parade, car show and opportunities for neighbors and visitors alike to reconnect.
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MANASSA - One of the San Luis Valley's longest-standing summer traditions returns Thursday, July 16, through Saturday, July 18, as Manassa Pioneer Days …
As the crowd watched in silence, two small children led by their parents walked out into the Ski-Hi Stampede arena on Saturday night to be presented with belt buckles and cowboy hats, but it was their bravery and resilience that took center stage.
The smell of home-fried catfish filled the mountain air as locals and visitors gathered to kick off the annual July 3 festivities in South Fork. A staple of the holiday week, the celebrations yet again brought a massive wave of energy, small-town charm and profound generosity to the Basecamp for Adventure.
What began as a vision inspired by his father and a lifelong passion for automobiles grew into one of Monte Vista's largest Fourth of July celebrations in recent years. Held at Chapman Park, located at 300-398 West Prospect Ave, the community car show drew 108 vehicles, more than doubling last year's participation, and brought hundreds of residents together to celebrate the nation's birthday with hometown pride.
The New Mexico stars were shining bright over Center on Saturday, July 4, as Casa Blanca Park hosted an Independence Day celebration that drew residents and visitors from across the San Luis Valley.
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