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Teller County, Colorado • Volume 52, Issue 25
June 19, 2013
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July 5th symphony offers an interlude By Pat Hill
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Cancer survivors walk into the gymnasium of Colorado Springs Christian School in Woodland Park just before the 2013 Teller County Relay for Life on June 4. The annual 12-hour event raises funds for American Cancer Society research and local outreach programs.
Cancer never sleeps Photos by Norma ENgElbErg
Members of Woodland Park Boy Scout Troop 43 Color Guard wait to open the 2013 Teller County Relay for Life on June 14 at the Colorado Springs Christian School, Woodland Park campus.
Demonstrating that cancer never sleeps, Teller County Relay for Life participating teams keep at least one team member walking around the indoor track at Colorado Springs Christian School in Woodland Park during each hour of the 12-hour event. Relay was started by the American Cancer Society in 1985 to raise funds and awareness for cancer research and outreach programs. The Teller County Relay has moved around the calendar for several years in search of good weather until about four years ago when it was moved indoors. According to event chair Stacy Schubloom, this year the date was set for June 14, hoping to avoid wildfire season. “It didn’t work,” she said, referring to the Black Forest Fire and several other major and minor fires that have been happening in Colorado during the month. Even though the event is over for another year, those who wish to donate to the cause can still do so at www.tellerrelay.org.
A Woodland Park tradition for 33 years, the “Symphony Above the Clouds” has a down-home touch along with the magnificent sounds of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic in a July 5th performance. With an annual guest conductor from the community, the symphony’s celebrity this year is Teller County Commission Chair Dave Paul. “It’s a great honor to be the guest conductor,” Paul said. Admittedly a novice at directing a professional orchestra, Paul will be granted one rehearsal before the big evening. However, Paul has one up on the new experience. “From my mother’s attempts to provide me with culture I do know how to read music,” he said. Perhaps a bit daunted by the challenge, Paul acknowledges a sense of gratitude for the musical selection. “I’m assured it’s going to be a march which should make any errors I make easy for the symphony to overcome,” he said. Paul is among the regulars who spend the evening listening to the annual event sponsored by the Ute Pass Symphony Guild. “This is a significant event for Woodland Park; it’s attended by 5,000 to 7,000 people, it’s patriotic and small-town,” said Woodland Park city manager David Buttery. “It’s just wonderful — families, generations, neighbors, friends, visitors enjoy the most beautiful music in a beautiful setting. Because there is no fee, businesses and individuals support the annual concert.” Woodland Park Mayor Dave Turley highlights the ritual aspect of the event. “The July 5th Symphony Above the Clouds brings together our entire community and out-oftown guests for a glorious event with good times, great music, great food and a great celebration of the birth of our nation,” he said. “The 1812 Overture, fireworks (hopefully), and the Fort Carson cannons conclude an evening of fun and remembrance!” For many residents and tourists, the celebration that honors America’s independence from England is two-day occasion. “The 4th is always a good time in Memorial Park while the Symphony Above the Clouds is icing-on-the-cake,” Turley said. “We all owe so much to the Ute Pass Symphony Guild for ensuring the success of this great event centered around the performances by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. Everyone should come. Elevate your spirit and enjoy this great evening in the shadow of Pikes Peak.”
Teller County Sheriff stands by for fire By Pat Hill
phill@ourcoloradonews.com
When they weren’t walking, participants in the 2013 Teller County Relay for Life worked on making jewelry at a beading table. The relay featured many activities to keep participants awake during the 12-hour, overnight annual event to raise money for American Cancer Society Programs. POSTAL ADDRESS
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Elvis is in the building. Kathleen Robson dressed as Elvis for a celebrity look-alike contest at the 2013 Teller County Relay for Life. Needless to say she won a prize.
Fires raged but did not damage property in Teller County as of the morning of June 12. Sheriff Mike Ensminger was keeping close watch on developments. “We’ve sent two structural engines from Cripple Creek and Northeast Teller County Fire Protection District to Black Forest,” Ensminger said. For now, the county is within range of the Royal Gorge Fire in Canon City. “We’re not sending any more than 2 engines because we don’t want to decrease our resources,” the sheriff said. “If anything were to happen we want to be prepared. We’re pretty good at defending ourselves.”