PENROSE, Colo. (KOAA) — People in one southern Colorado town are kicking off 2026 in quite the unique way. Thursday, the annual 'New Year's Day Ride' happened in Penrose, featuring more than 100 riders from all over Colorado.
The Colorado Horse Rescue Network says the New Year's Day Ride is one of its biggest fundraisers. The group has helped more than 1,500 horses since it was founded in 2013.
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After 3 Years and Multiple Fires, This Historic Landmark Is Reopening
The historic Navajo Hogan, a 91-year-old Colorado Springs landmark, is set to reopen next month after being closed since 2021. The new owners talk about the "leap of faith" required to restore the building and honor its unique history.
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