The COVID-19 pandemic, which began in the U.S. in March of this year, may be inspiring some people to leave urban areas and head for the countryside. Some on social media are discussing the idea that rural communities could possibly see an increase of newcomers. Could that happen in Norwood?
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The 2020 San Miguel Basin Fair’s junior livestock sale, held on July 19 in Norwood, was one for the record books. Community members came out to support more than 30 kids who offered a total of 51 different animals for bid at auction. The average prices were up significantly compared to previ…
The Lone Cone Library reopened its doors on Monday, but with new hours and regulations to keep the community safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Norwood’s dessert contest, which happens every year as the kick off the San Miguel Basin Fair, still happened in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic. This year didn’t see a packed house with standing room only in the school’s all-purpose room. Instead, organizer Katie Alexander and her team pulle…
Norwood kids have the opportunity to receive free lunches this summer, thanks to the Lone Cone Library, Telluride Foundation, Clark’s Market of Norwood and the FRESH Food Hub. Lunches are free to all children up to 18 years of age. They must be reserved by email through the library in advance.
The junior livestock show, the biggest part of the San Miguel Basin Fair, is set to continue this year, and County Parks and Open Space Director Janet Kask said it’s taken the dedication of the Fair Board, especially president Regan Snyder, to see it through. With modifications in place to e…
The San Miguel Basin Fair may be mostly canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions placed on large gatherings, but Katie Alexander has figured out a way to still have the community’s beloved dessert contest.
The Pocket Park in the Town of Norwood has received additional beautification this year, and some are saying the space is more important than ever. With limited seating for food businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pocket Park has become a place where locals, and also tourists, have …
Norwood’s board of trustees discussed a variety of business items during its regular meeting last week, including P&Z.
The Norwood Fire Protection District (NFPD) continues to grow. After recently adding wildland fire coordinator Mark Garcia as its second full-time employee and Scott Wederquist as a paid part-time EMS paramedic, Chief John Bockrath announced last week the appointment of another employee — So…
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