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Awards presented at Pioneers Association anniversary

(Left) Fourth-generation Rio Blanco County Pioneer Annie Turner is surrounded by family after being honored at the 112th annual Rio Blanco County Pioneers Association dinner/dance, held last Saturday and attended by more than 125 people. (Left to right) Mary Simpson, Hallie Blunt, Sparky Pappas, Tryrel Turner, Carson Blunt, Connor Blunt, Kurt Blunt, Molly Turner, Dr. Kellie Turner, Cade Blunt, Kaylene Turner, JH Sheridan, Coley Turner, Brittni Turner and Kai Turner.

Also honored were Rio Blanco County Pioneers Gus and Christine Halandras (center), pictured with their youngest grandson Cyros and their daughter, Dr. Pegge Halandras, who introduced them.

Forrest and Connie Nelson (right), were unable to attend but were also honored. 

‘A good time was had by all!’ 

Bobby Gutierrez/Courtesy Photos