Notes in The Pocket
By Tom Mercer
Zachary Gene Smithson led a solitary sort of life in a very small town in Central Illinois. Zachary was born there, just as his parents had been, and he knew nearly everybody in town by name. That was no major… read more →
Another Labor Day
By Linda Helmich
Charles Hastings hoisted the flag into position on the post of his front porch, same as he’d done hundreds of times before. Just as it unfurled, the wind picked up “Old Glory” and snapped her a few times.… read more →
The Apple Tree
By Isabelle Levine, age 9
It is autumn and my apples are ripening. Soon the whole Lee Family will come to my trunk for a grand party.
My leaves are shaking with excitement for that day to come. I love all the… read more →
The Man Next Door, Part Two
By Tom Mercer
My name is Alex and this is my story. It was the last week in May 2075 when Chrono-Corp transported me back in time to the first part of the 21st century. My geographical target was the… read more →
Reaching for the barre
By Addison Carlson
St. Stephen Catholic School
Carrying my used pointe shoes over my shoulder, I arrive at my new dance studio wearing a ripped leotard and muddy tights. I see a group of girls who are holding dance bags similar… read more →
Jus’Another Day
By Carolyn Hall
She rolled the cigarette ‘round her lip
As she shot the eight ball in.
Set down her stick and strolled away
Said, “Thanks – men!”
Plopped her ass up on… read more →
The Day of the Troubadours
By Kitty Riley
A band of troubadours came into town
Traveling from far beyond
Their instruments with them all around
And stories to pass on.
The day was hot and… read more →
Friend and neighbor Dave Taylor graciously offered to screen two of his award winning films in support of The Sopris Sun’s spring fundraiser, which kicks off this week. You are invited to enjoy the show at the Crystal Theatre on Thursday, April 28, at 7 p.m.
Taylor was born… read more →
In a valley rich with high-quality media, what sets The Sopris Sun apart? As the lucky editor of this weekly wonder, I can say wholeheartedly that community involvement is what makes The Sun shine brightest.
From quirky photography to serious opinions and timely haikus, we have the honor of… read more →
En un valle rico en medios de comunicación de alta calidad, ¿qué es lo que distingue a The Sopris Sun? Como el afortunado editor de esta maravillosa publicación semanal, puedo decir con entusiasmo que la participación de la comunidad es lo que hace brillar más a The Sopris Sun.
Desde… read more →
