Craig's Centennial


Byron Cooper: a man of integrity
December 27, 2008
Some of the people who helped build Craig did so without benefit of publicity that comes from a long life. But lack of mention doesn’t mean lack of importance.
Al Martinez a man of faith and leadership
December 20, 2008

The Martinez family was an active group, devoted to home and one another. Their home at 631 Tucker St. was a lively place. It was in this home that Lee and Siria Martinez welcomed their son, Alfred, on March 31, 1937. He was the third of five children who filled the home with love and faith. Only two of the children - Al and Ben - were born in Craig.

Craig residents, youths tour governor’s residence, state Capitol building
Two centennials, one celebration
December 16, 2008

Ray Beck, Craig City Council member, was 57 years old before he set foot in Colorado’s Capitol building.

Elsie Wingo won the hearts of her community
December 13, 2008

The current economic events are not the first to turn the United States into a financial tailspin. As we watch giant corporations turn to the government for help, it’s helpful to remember that, in the Great Depression of the 1930s, people tended to help themselves doing whatever it took to survive.

Saed Tayyara: Living the American dream
December 6, 2008
In many ways, Saed Tayyara epitomized the American dream - not of monetary wealth but the wealth that comes from dedication and the love of freedom.
Gary Neptune: pastor to the people
November 29, 2008
The people of Craig always have held to their faith to help them build the community and sustain their lives. It took a special person to be a spiritual leader on the frontier - whether it was in the late 1880s or the mid-20th century.
Craig’s early gas stations
November 22, 2008

With the dramatic decline in gas prices during the past several months after record highs this summer, a fill up doesn’t seem to hurt nearly so bad, at least for awhile.

509 Yampa stands the test of time
November 15, 2008

Many of Craig’s early residents added to the history of the town. The marks they left still can be seen today.

Loyd DeuPree III - one of Craig’s best
November 8, 2008

In addition to raising prime livestock and produce, Moffat County also has produced some wonderful people. Loyd DeuPree certainly was one of the best.

Christian Church of Craig rises from ashes
November 1, 2008
The early residents of Craig knew the importance of building homes, clearing the land and creating infrastructure for their new town, but they also knew the importance of fellowship and faith to strengthen them.
Drugstores have long tradition in Craig
October 25, 2008

Today’s consumers are accustomed to picking up their drug prescriptions and home medical supplies in a section of a grocery or discount store that is part of a chain. The concept of a chain store may seem a modern phenomenon, but it is nearly as old as the city of Craig.

Ida Freeman Fox: The lost Freeman grave
October 18, 2008

Many of Craig’s historical stories deal with people making their mark on the growing town and settling happily into the community. These families find themselves in the pages of the newspaper frequently throughout the years as they make their contributions.

Coles kept the books for Moffat County
October 11, 2008
While some of Craig’s leaders worked in the limelight, helping the city to grow, others stayed in the background, providing invaluable guidance in critical areas.
A year, plus 99, in the making
October 9, 2008
About 100 years after the Gerber family first settled near Craig, Arloa Gerber found herself attending one of the final meetings of the Craig Centennial Committee.
William Terrill - keeping the peace
October 4, 2008

People often assume that a small-town boy can’t make much of a difference in the big picture of Colorado or America, but several natives of Northwest Colorado have defied that thinking and served in high offices with dignity and determination.

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