Community Stories

Nickolay Jogolev, 48, died unexpectedly at the 900th step of the Manitou Incline while hiking with his Cub Scout pack. His wife Coral shares the family's grief and awaits coroner confirmation for the sudden medical emergency.

Garfield County Libraries kick off summer reading with a week of diverse events across five branches, featuring bilingual Zumba in Glenwood Springs and dinosaur trivia in Parachute to attract families and locals back to physical branches.

The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies launches a four-part seasonal series on mountain medicine and wild foods, led by naturalist Penelope Thornton, to help residents reconnect with local flora and ecological literacy.

DanceAspen launches its first-ever free monthly community dance series at the Red Brick Center on Hallam Street, offering open classes to anyone 14 and older starting May 30.

Twelve students from the CLIMB program celebrated their transition to independent adulthood at the Colorado Mountain College Edwards campus, highlighting their journey of life skills and trust supported by Vail Valley Cares and EFEC.

The Town of Gypsum announces Ashley McBryde and Chayce Beckham as headliners for the annual Gypsum Daze festival at Lundgren Amphitheater, featuring strength competitions and family events from July 16-18.

Sheriff Darren Weekly pins a medal on 81-year-old Leo Hrdlicka, recognizing his six-decade vigil for his brother, Air Force Col. David Hrdlicka, who vanished after being shot down over Laos.

The Farm Collaborative launches its Regenerative Agriculture Learning Center and Farm Co Market in Aspen on June 14, offering a new community hub for education, local food, and connection.

Grand Junction High School graduate Cameron Kirkegaard wins $10,000 from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Foundation for his documentary 'Line of Fire' about sexual assault in professional women's biathlon.

YouthZone raised nearly $300,000 at its 50th anniversary Spring Gala at the historic Hotel Colorado, supporting programs for court-involved youth in the Roaring Fork Valley.

New Castle’s First Baptist Church hosts the new Food Bank of the Rockies distribution site, led by director Esther Von, offering professional-grade fresh food logistics to the valley.

Craig resident Mike Warne regained his strength and walked two miles in Yellowstone after completing a 36-session cardiopulmonary rehab program at Memorial Regional Health.