High Plains by the river

Despite the erratic weather that was present on Saturday, Riverside residents gathered at Rick Martin Memorial Park for the annual Riverside Party Day. On the enclosed stage loaned by the Town of Encampment, the bluegrass band High Plains Tradition strummed their guitars, banjos and other string instruments while people gathered and caught up with each other.

"This is my going away party," said Jane Hill jokingly, as the long time resident is moving soon.

The food, provided by Bear Trap Cafe and Bar, went quickly as people began to show up. Shannon Gambill, who was visiting the Valley with her...