Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope
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Erie residents face potential bill doubling as the Northern Integrated Supply Project loses members and costs rise to $95,000 per acre-foot, leaving remaining cities to cover exit fees.
After a decade of hosting tent cities and runners in Town Park, Snowmass confirms Ragnar Trail Colorado has left the Roaring Fork Valley, leaving town officials to scout for a suitable replacement event.
Yampa town board approves a $940,000 engineering project for Stillwater Reservoir to manage seepage and lift a decade-long storage restriction, starting in July.
Interstate 70 near Glenwood Springs reopened after crews suppressed the Paradise Creek fire, though one westbound lane remains closed overnight as firefighters monitor the shrinking blaze.
Winter Park Resort reports a 29% drop in skier visits as Colorado's historic drought and early melt-off reduce snowpack, impacting the local mountain economy.
Moffat County deputies and SWAT teams assisted Wyoming after a Carbon County deputy was shot during a gunfight on Highway 789, leading to a tactical standoff and the suspect's death.
Pitkin County Sheriff Michael Buglione implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective Wednesday at noon as the Paradise Creek fire grows near South Canyon, tightening rules on smoking, fireworks, and welding to prevent human-caused wildfires.
Pitkin County commissioners decide to skip expensive specialized equipment for counting ultra-fine particles at the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport, opting instead to reduce overall emissions by 30%.
Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx, and Barbara Kirkmeyer offer distinct approaches to bridging Colorado's urban-rural divide, ranging from moral leadership and outsider energy to fiscal pragmatism.
The Paradise Creek fire near Glenwood Springs shrinks from 20 to 10 acres as visibility improves, but the interstate remains closed in both directions due to steep terrain and heavy firefighting resources.
Snowmass Village Sustainability Coordinator Elyse Hottel presents a plan to spend $1 million on wildfire mitigation by summer 2026, focusing on common areas and expanding waste diversion programs.
Delta County guides residents on conserving water during droughts by reducing indoor waste and optimizing outdoor irrigation. The article highlights practical tips like fixing leaks, timing watering schedules, and using mulch to protect local agriculture and supplies.
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