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    Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope

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    Roaring Fork Outdoor Coalition Spends $132K on Trail Fixes and Weed Control
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    Roaring Fork Outdoor Coalition Spends $132K on Trail Fixes and Weed Control

    The Roaring Fork Outdoor Coalition is investing $132,000 this summer to repair trails and remove invasive weeds across Pitkin and Eagle counties, funded by state grants and local contributions.

    Sarah MitchellJune 7th, 20263 min
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    Federal Officials Abandon Long-Term Colorado River Compact for 10-Year Framework
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    Federal Officials Abandon Long-Term Colorado River Compact for 10-Year Framework

    Federal officials announce a shift from long-term compacts to a responsive 10-year framework for the Colorado River, citing record low inflows and state gridlock.

    Sarah MitchellJune 7th, 20263 min
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    Estes Park Massage Therapist and Fort Collins Hairstylist Battle for Colorado 2nd District GOP Nomination
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    Estes Park Massage Therapist and Fort Collins Hairstylist Battle for Colorado 2nd District GOP Nomination

    Massage therapist Kelley Anne Dennison and hairstylist Christina Blunt compete in the Colorado 2nd District GOP primary, aiming to flip the deep-blue seat before incumbent Rep. Joe Neguse faces unopposed in November.

    Sarah MitchellJune 7th, 20264 min
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    Edwards Bookworm Drives Durango Author Scott Graham’s Sales Spike
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    Edwards Bookworm Drives Durango Author Scott Graham’s Sales Spike

    Durango author Scott Graham credits Edwards' The Bookworm for doubling his series' revenue through active hand-selling, highlighting the economic power of local independent bookstores.

    Sarah MitchellJune 6th, 20263 min
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    Colorado GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Clash on Budget and Housing
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    Colorado GOP Gubernatorial Candidates Clash on Budget and Housing

    Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx, and Barbara Kirkmeyer compete for the GOP gubernatorial nomination, debating strategies to address Colorado's structural deficit, housing affordability, and the impact of data centers.

    Sarah MitchellJune 6th, 20264 min
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    Aspen Spends $30,000 on Electric Leaf Blower Vouchers
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    Aspen Spends $30,000 on Electric Leaf Blower Vouchers

    Aspen launches a $30,000 pilot program offering vouchers to landscapers for switching from gas to electric leaf blowers, aiming to enforce a ban that has existed since 2003.

    Sarah MitchellJune 6th, 20263 min
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    ECCD Beyond Lawn Program Launches Office Hours to Clear Backlog
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    ECCD Beyond Lawn Program Launches Office Hours to Clear Backlog

    ECCD launches Office Hours to help homeowners navigate the Beyond Lawn program backlog, offering direct expert advice on swapping turf for climate-adapted plantings amid historic drought.

    Sarah MitchellJune 6th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Sun Tracks June 30 Primary Results and Key Races
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    Colorado Sun Tracks June 30 Primary Results and Key Races

    The Colorado Sun breaks down the June 30 primary election, focusing on competitive races, campaign finance tracking, and real-time result updates for voters.

    Sarah MitchellJune 6th, 20263 min
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    Palisade Man Held on $1 Million Bond for Abduction and Sexual Assault
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    Palisade Man Held on $1 Million Bond for Abduction and Sexual Assault

    A 40-year-old Palisade man is held on a $1 million bond after an affidavit details the abduction and sexual assault of a female victim, tracing the incident from the Palisade Rim Trailhead to Vega Reservoir.

    Sarah MitchellJune 6th, 20263 min
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    Western Slope Braces for Critical Fire Weather as Heat and Wind Converge
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    Western Slope Braces for Critical Fire Weather as Heat and Wind Converge

    The National Weather Service issues a Fire Weather Watch for the Western Slope as unseasonable heat and gusty winds create critical fire danger conditions for Saturday.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20264 min
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    Loya, Weiser, and Thrift Grants Define Roaring Fork Valley News
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    Loya, Weiser, and Thrift Grants Define Roaring Fork Valley News

    Dan Loya leverages 30 years of law enforcement experience for sheriff, Phil Weiser highlights Western Slope water issues, and Defiance Thrift Store supports Great Expectations.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Springs Fire Department Faces $2.9M Annual Deficit
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    Glenwood Springs Fire Department Faces $2.9M Annual Deficit

    The Glenwood Springs Fire Department faces a $2.9 million annual operating deficit as property tax revenue fails to cover rising costs, forcing the city to subsidize services from general funds.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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