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    Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope

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    State Sen. Kirkmeyer Launches Governor Bid Touting $6B Road Plan
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    State Sen. Kirkmeyer Launches Governor Bid Touting $6B Road Plan

    State Senator Kirkmeyer launches his governor campaign with a focus on rural affordability, proposing a $6 billion road funding plan and securing water rights to challenge Front Range dominance.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Kirkmeyer Promises $6B Road Funding and Lower Taxes for Western Slope
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    Kirkmeyer Promises $6B Road Funding and Lower Taxes for Western Slope

    Kirkmeyer campaigns on a platform of $6 billion in road funding, securing Shoshone Water Rights, and reducing regulatory burdens to address the Western Slope's housing and infrastructure challenges.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Senator Michael Bennet Targets 30% Housing Cap in Colorado Governor Run
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    Senator Michael Bennet Targets 30% Housing Cap in Colorado Governor Run

    Senator Michael Bennet outlines his platform to fix Colorado's cost-of-living crisis, promising a 30% housing cap and a public healthcare option while contrasting his record with Trump's administration.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20264 min
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    Iran War Fuel Costs Drive Eagle County Sheriff Primary Debate
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    Iran War Fuel Costs Drive Eagle County Sheriff Primary Debate

    Rising gas prices from the Iran conflict fuel the debate for Eagle County Sheriff, with candidates Jason Boston and Rebecca Anderson highlighting different leadership styles ahead of the June 30 primary.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Three GOP Governor Candidates Target High Country Housing Crisis
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    Three GOP Governor Candidates Target High Country Housing Crisis

    Scott Bottoms, Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Victor Marx outline distinct strategies to fix the Western Slope housing crisis, focusing on reducing regulatory burdens and addressing the high cost of living for first responders and teachers.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Trump Nominates Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence
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    Trump Nominates Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence

    President Trump nominates former SEC chairman Jay Clayton to be the new Director of National Intelligence, aiming to resolve a legislative standoff with Democrats over the acting director's tenure.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Coal Ridge's Aiden Huey Earns Class 3A Track Athlete of the Year
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    Coal Ridge's Aiden Huey Earns Class 3A Track Athlete of the Year

    Coal Ridge senior Aiden Huey becomes the third Titan in history to be named Class 3A Track Athlete of the Year, highlighting the program's rise to a feared force on the Western Slope alongside other Garfield County All-State athletes.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Floyd Raises Nearly $39K to Outpace Redhorse in Colorado House District 13
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    Floyd Raises Nearly $39K to Outpace Redhorse in Colorado House District 13

    Lead attorney Chris Floyd has raised nearly $39,000, significantly outpacing Summit School District president Consuelo Redhorse in the Democratic primary for House District 13.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    3 GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Pin High Country Housing Crisis on Denver Red Tape
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    3 GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Pin High Country Housing Crisis on Denver Red Tape

    Scott Bottoms, Barbara Kirkmeyer, and Victor Marx argue that excessive state mandates and red tape, not just supply, drive the High Country housing crisis, promising deregulation to lower costs.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20264 min
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    Bennet and Weiser Compare Affordable Housing Plans for Western Slope
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    Bennet and Weiser Compare Affordable Housing Plans for Western Slope

    Michael Bennet and Phil Weiser outline contrasting strategies to fix the Western Slope affordable home shortage, with Bennet proposing a 30% income cap and Weiser focusing on data-driven construction goals.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Three Democratic Candidates for Colorado Attorney General Meet Carbondale Voters at Sprazzo
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    Three Democratic Candidates for Colorado Attorney General Meet Carbondale Voters at Sprazzo

    Hetal Doshi, Michael Dougherty, and David Seligman will meet locals for a free, informal forum at Sprazzo in Carbondale this Saturday, aiming to bring attention to the rural Western Slope in the race for Colorado Attorney General.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20264 min
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    Snowmass Declares Go Time as 30% Snowpack Sparks Firefighting Water Crisis
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    Snowmass Declares Go Time as 30% Snowpack Sparks Firefighting Water Crisis

    With snowpack at just 30% of normal, Snowmass water managers declare 'Go time,' urging residents to cut outdoor watering to ensure enough water remains for firefighting and survival.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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