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    Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope

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    Colorado Lawmakers Receive $400,000 Pay Hike Amid Budget Cuts
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    Colorado Lawmakers Receive $400,000 Pay Hike Amid Budget Cuts

    Colorado lawmakers and elected officials are set to receive a $400,000 pay increase, despite the state facing a difficult fiscal year and slashing public services to close a $1.5 billion shortfall.

    Sarah MitchellApril 25th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Behavioral Health Administration Hires Deputy Commissioner Under Investigation
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    Colorado Behavioral Health Administration Hires Deputy Commissioner Under Investigation

    The Colorado Behavioral Health Administration's hiring of Lindsay Salas as deputy commissioner has raised concerns due to her ongoing investigation for allegedly stealing $99,000 from a nonprofit.

    Sarah MitchellApril 25th, 20263 min
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    Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance Maintains Western Slope Paths
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    Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance Maintains Western Slope Paths

    The Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance works behind the scenes to maintain and conserve the Western Slope's trails, promoting environmental stewardship and community involvement.

    Sarah MitchellApril 25th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Republicans Fight Own Party Over Primary Voting Rights
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    Colorado Republicans Fight Own Party Over Primary Voting Rights

    A group of Colorado Republicans are fighting against their own party's attempt to block unaffiliated voters from participating in the primaries, citing potential chaos and decreased voter turnout.

    Sarah MitchellApril 25th, 20263 min
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    Routt County Sees $27 Million in Real Estate Transactions
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    Routt County Sees $27 Million in Real Estate Transactions

    Recent data shows $27 million in real estate transactions in Routt County, with notable sales in Oak Creek and Yampa. The community is watching to see how these changes will impact the area's character and charm.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20263 min
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    Pitkin County Partners with AVLT for Coffman Ranch Restoration
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    Pitkin County Partners with AVLT for Coffman Ranch Restoration

    Pitkin County and Aspen Valley Land Trust partner to restore Coffman Ranch, enhancing public access and ecological integrity.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20264 min
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    Basalt Regional Library Hosts Library Lovers Party
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    Basalt Regional Library Hosts Library Lovers Party

    The Basalt Regional Library celebrates National Library Week with a Library Lovers Party, promoting literacy, education, and community connection.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20264 min
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    Steamboat Springs Cycling Shop Offers Personalized Bike Fitting
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    Steamboat Springs Cycling Shop Offers Personalized Bike Fitting

    Alchemy Body+Bike in Steamboat Springs provides a unique approach to bike fitting, combining physical therapy and a deep understanding of the human body to optimize cycling performance.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20264 min
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    Aspen Ski Industry Ends Season with $4.5 Million Peak Day
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    Aspen Ski Industry Ends Season with $4.5 Million Peak Day

    The Aspen ski industry brings in $4.5 million on a single peak day, but at what cost to its workers and community? Locals struggle to cope with the physical and emotional toll of the season's end.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20263 min
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    Rifle Hosts Firewise Futures Event to Prepare for Wildfire Season
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    Rifle Hosts Firewise Futures Event to Prepare for Wildfire Season

    The Middle Colorado Watershed Council's Fire and Water Speaker Series concludes with a timely event on wildfire preparedness and resilience in Rifle, Colorado.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20264 min
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    Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Closes Season on May 3
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    Arapahoe Basin Ski Area Closes Season on May 3

    Arapahoe Basin Ski Area will close its season on May 3 after 194 days of operation, a notable achievement given the low snowpack this year.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20263 min
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    Vail Council Updates Strategic Plan Amid Record Low Snow
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    Vail Council Updates Strategic Plan Amid Record Low Snow

    The Vail Town Council is updating its 2026 Strategic Plan to address the impact of record-low snow seasons on the local economy and community.

    Sarah MitchellApril 24th, 20264 min
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