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Good for you!
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April 15, 2026
Good for you!
Ridgway Knowledge Bowl team wins second place at state competition

The Ridgway Secondary School Knowledge Bowl team placed second in the 2A state competition, held at Aims Community College in Greeley on March 16-17, a two-day competition with 11 rounds of questions.

First place went to Lake County, with 180 points, Ridgway placed second with 161 points and Caprock Academy placed third with 160 points.

Pictured here from left to right are: Josie Snapp, Natasha Hessler, Nick Anderson, Ariel Hessler and Jean Strong. They are coached by teacher Craig Spearman, not pictured.

Photo and information contributed by Pete Hessler

 

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