Local News

Routt County Ranchers Face Devastating Drought After Unprecedented Winter

Roaring Fork All-Stars Win Championship Title

The Roaring Fork All-Stars, a team of fifth-grade students from the Western Slope, won a championship title in the Sub-10 division, defeating Front Range teams.

Western Slope Skiers Shine at US Alpine National Championships

Western Slope skiers make a strong showing at the US Alpine National Championships in Vail, with Bridger Gile and River Radamus earning top finishes.

Aspen Highlands Closes Early Due to Record Heat

Aspen Highlands closed two weeks early due to vanishing snowpack amid record heat, but the community came together to celebrate the end of the season.

Colorado Invests $12 Million in Wildfire Mitigation Along Highways

The Colorado Department of Transportation is allocating $12 million to mitigate wildfire risks along Western Slope highways, targeting high-risk areas and removing hazardous trees and fuels.

Beaver Creek Ski Resort Closes Early Due to Low Snow

Beaver Creek ski resort announces early closure due to low snow conditions, citing climate change as a contributing factor. The closure will impact local businesses and the economy.

Grand Mesa Community Prepares for NASA Artemis II Mission

The Grand Mesa community is preparing to witness the historic NASA Artemis II mission, marking the first human return to the moon since 1972.

Western Slope Gun Owners Watch 3D Printed Firearms Bill

The 3D printed firearms bill has sparked debate among Western Slope gun owners, with some seeing it as a necessary measure and others as an overreach of government power.

Oak Creek Considers 1% Sales Tax Hike for Law Enforcement or Infrastructure

The town of Oak Creek is weighing a decision to increase its sales tax by 1% to fund either law enforcement or infrastructure projects, potentially generating $180,000 annually.

Vail Mountain Hires New COO Shaydar Edelmann

Vail Mountain appoints Shaydar Edelmann as new COO, bringing 25 years of experience in the snow sports industry to the role.

Pitkin County Considers Funding Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park Purchase

Pitkin County commissioners weigh options for funding a resident-owned purchase of Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park, considering the impact on affordable housing in the area.

I-70 Floyd Hill Project Begins with $900 Million Price Tag

The $900 million Floyd Hill project on I-70 has begun, expecting to last until 2029. Drivers can expect significant disruptions and traffic impacts.