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Posted: February 21, 2012

Pottery Seconds Sale gears up for 10th go-round

The bond between Charlotte Lee and Debbie Hager — a friendship formed over clay and artistry — is a boon for Teller County residents.

With their annual Pottery Seconds Sale, Lee and Hager have initiated a Woodland Park tradition, a community gathering of people united over a love of stoneware as well as the titillation of scoring a grand bargain.

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Writer ‘found treasure’ in past

Writing her first book sent Cynthia Becker on a paper and people chase across America.

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Mining Museum tips hat to amazing women

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Roosevelt’s time in the Gold Camp

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A reason to appreciate nature

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Cresson students create artwork

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Retirement on hold for many area residents

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High schooler’s art goes to college

The dog strapped into the back of Rachelle Parker’s car is no ordinary dog. “Iglesias Dogwood” doesn’t mind the heat or the cold. That’s because he is a sculpture made from recycled materials.

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Cupcakes for Africa

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American Cancer Society intervenes in times of crisis

Counting on Woodland Park’s prowess in raising money for the American Cancer Society, $33,000 in the 2011 Relay for Life, Lily Gross is canvassing the city for sponsors this year.

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Watch skies for signs of spring

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Dr. Seuss, here we come!

If kids at Ute Pass Elementary School are walking around with their noses stuck in a book, it’s most likely because they’re so excited about reading. And with a new teacher on the block, the students are even more engaged these days for ...

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Seniors go for the gusto with chili and music

A hot time at the Woodland Park Senior Center, the chili cook-off offers a chance to impress the tasters and win prizes to boot.

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Ute Pass and Teller County Calendar

Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send information to calendar@ourcoloradonews.com, attn: Courier View. No attachments. Listings are free and run on a space-availab...

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Music cures the late-winter blues

Got those will-spring-ever-get-here blues? Why not try a live-music cure. Local venues are bringing in the Blues, Rock ’n’ Roll, concerts and jam sessions to help you close out the winter.

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Red Skelton comedy act coming to the Creek