Historical Stories

Miners Alley Performing Arts Center leaders slash ticket prices as low as $15 to make theater accessible during economic hardship, resulting in a surge of community donations.

Red Canyon High School’s class of 2026 celebrated 53 graduates who are staying in the Eagle River Valley, reinforcing the local workforce and economy through alternative education paths.

The Healy House Museum & Dexter Cabin opens 'Winter Warriors: The 10th Mountain Division in World War II,' a new exhibit detailing how Camp Hale trained soldiers in harsh Colorado mountain terrain.

New Castle’s Highland Cemetery received its historic designation, but the label brings stories, not funding. Explore how the designation impacts community research and maintenance for graves like Filomena Ross.

A look back at the 1986 Minturn Earthflows Task Force report which warned that Dowd Canyon mudslides could kill 3,100 people and cause $1.7 billion in damages, highlighting ongoing geological risks in Eagle County.

Explore how Delta and Eagle County homeowners can protect their property rights by understanding title insurance exclusions, ownership structures like joint tenancy, and the critical differences between a title search and legal advice.

In May 1986, Vail police hoped Ted Bundy would provide answers regarding the disappearance of Julie Cunningham before his execution, seeking closure for the local family.

Award-winning author Mariko Tatsumoto resurrects the Minamata Disease crisis in her new novel, blending legal precision with visceral storytelling to expose corporate greed and government cover-ups.

Tim Willoughby researches the history of Aspen's May Day May Pole dance, a civic ritual sponsored by the German Social Club and Ladies G.A.R. from 1886 to the 1960s, suggesting a modern revival.

Battle Mountain's boys and girls lacrosse teams secured decisive victories over Green Mountain and Prairie View respectively, advancing to the quarterfinals with strong performances and revenge wins.

A historical deep dive into how Frederic Clavel and Jeremie Vagneur built the Paradise and Salvation Ditches, transforming arid Woody Flats into a productive agricultural backbone for Aspen.

Vail Slope Room executive chef Taylor Frankel prepares for 'Flavortown Food Fight,' showcasing the adaptability and athletic skill required to compete on Guy Fieri's new reality series.