Loose Ends: Treasures hidden in view

The continued popularity of television’s “Antiques Roadshow” demonstrates how many people squirrel their family treasures away. While it seems many folks overestimate the value of the various items passed down from generation to generation, there are others who often seem surprised by the unexpected windfall (if they chose to sell the item). The Rio Blanco Historical Society held their first Pioneer Treasures event last year and found it so successful they are having another one.