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    Stories about local people and community initiatives

    198 posts

    Wheeler Opera House Launches 'Roaring Fork Rising' to Retain Local Talent
    Community Stories

    Wheeler Opera House Launches 'Roaring Fork Rising' to Retain Local Talent

    Wheeler Opera House executive director Mike Harrington launches the second annual 'Roaring Fork Rising' series at The Vault, using affordable $18 tickets to keep local artists from leaving Aspen for bigger markets.

    James HarlowMay 15th, 20263 min
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    Garfield County Libraries Transform Into Community Hubs With Diverse Weekly Programs
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    Garfield County Libraries Transform Into Community Hubs With Diverse Weekly Programs

    Garfield County Libraries expand beyond books to offer diverse programs like storytime, Zumba, and Dungeons & Dragons across six branches, serving the whole community.

    Sarah MitchellMay 15th, 20263 min
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    Edwards Baker Jennifer Rose Teaches Sourdough Secrets in Sunday Dough Drops
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    Edwards Baker Jennifer Rose Teaches Sourdough Secrets in Sunday Dough Drops

    Edwards baker Jennifer Rose launches 'Dough Drops,' intimate four-person workshops that demystify sourdough baking and build community through hands-on teaching.

    Marcus ChenMay 15th, 20264 min
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    Gypsum Entrepreneur Revamps 20-Year-Old Dakotah Square Boutique
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    Gypsum Entrepreneur Revamps 20-Year-Old Dakotah Square Boutique

    Isabel Alvarado takes over a legacy store in Gypsum's Dakotah Square, transforming Isabella Boutique with fresh inventory and a modern retail vision.

    Sarah MitchellMay 15th, 20263 min
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    Vail Trail Running Series, Touch-a-Truck, and Museum Storyting This Weekend
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    Vail Trail Running Series, Touch-a-Truck, and Museum Storyting This Weekend

    Explore Vail Valley's weekend lineup featuring the Boneyard Boogie trail run, a free Touch-a-Truck event at the library, and storytelling at the Museum at Dinosaur Junction.

    Elena VasquezMay 15th, 20264 min
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    Gallegos Stone Yard Cuts Prices to Meet Eagle River Valley Xeriscaping Demand
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    Gallegos Stone Yard Cuts Prices to Meet Eagle River Valley Xeriscaping Demand

    Gallegos Stone Yard in the Eagle River Valley ramps up inventory and offers up to 70% off remnant pallets to meet surging local demand for xeriscaping and fire-wise river rock.

    Elena VasquezMay 14th, 20263 min
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    VVAD Brings 'Wizard of Oz' Ballet to Beaver Creek's Vilar Center
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    VVAD Brings 'Wizard of Oz' Ballet to Beaver Creek's Vilar Center

    VVAD owner Ashley Calligan leads 100 dancers in a full-length 'Wizard of Oz' ballet at Beaver Creek's Vilar Center, marking the academy's return after renovation delays.

    Natalie ReevesMay 14th, 20263 min
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    Craig Daily Press Guides New Believers on Spiritual Growth
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    Craig Daily Press Guides New Believers on Spiritual Growth

    A Craig Daily Press column outlines practical steps for new believers, emphasizing Bible reading, church community, and the Holy Spirit as essential for spiritual maturity.

    Natalie ReevesMay 14th, 20263 min
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    Craig's St. Michael Community Kitchen Faces Closure After Organizer Retires
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    Craig's St. Michael Community Kitchen Faces Closure After Organizer Retires

    Craig's St. Michael Community Kitchen risks closure as longtime organizer Robin Schliffbauer retires, prompting United Way of the Yampa Valley to lead a temporary transition effort to secure funding and a new venue.

    Elena VasquezMay 14th, 20263 min
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    Steamboat Pilot Editor Invites Residents to June Listening Sessions
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    Steamboat Pilot Editor Invites Residents to June Listening Sessions

    The Steamboat Pilot & Today editor invites residents to June listening sessions at Mountain Tap Brewery and Beard & Braid to discuss community changes, cost of living, and local news restructuring.

    Elena VasquezMay 12th, 20263 min
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    Colorado National Monument Generates $45 Million in Local Economic Impact
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    Colorado National Monument Generates $45 Million in Local Economic Impact

    Colorado National Monument generated $45 million in economic output in 2024, supporting 348 jobs. This article explores the legacy of John Otto and the role of the Colorado National Monument Association in sustaining the park's economic and historical significance.

    Elena VasquezMay 9th, 20264 min
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    Cozy Home Project Finishes First Unit in Glenwood Springs
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    Cozy Home Project Finishes First Unit in Glenwood Springs

    The Cozy Home Project, led by Mountain Valley Developmental Services with support from Habitat for Humanity and local partners, has completed its first residential unit in Glenwood Springs, marking a tangible win for local housing density.

    James HarlowMay 9th, 20263 min
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