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    Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope

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

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Vail Mountain Hires New COO Shaydar Edelmann
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    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.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Pitkin County Considers Funding Cavern Springs Mobile Home Park Purchase
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    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.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    I-70 Floyd Hill Project Begins with $900 Million Price Tag
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    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.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Snowmass Village Tackles Challenges with Community Think Tank
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    Snowmass Village Tackles Challenges with Community Think Tank

    Snowmass Village is taking a collaborative approach to addressing its most pressing challenges, including housing affordability and cost of living, by holding a think tank work session with 32 applicants for the Thrive Advisory Committee.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Snowmass Village Reexamines Workforce Housing Rules
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    Snowmass Village Reexamines Workforce Housing Rules

    Snowmass Village is reevaluating its workforce housing rules after a low snow season reduced work hours for many employees, prompting concerns about the program's effectiveness.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Bill Stalls, Leaving Noise Permit Issues Unresolved
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    Colorado Bill Stalls, Leaving Noise Permit Issues Unresolved

    A bill aiming to clarify local governments' authority over noise permits has stalled, leaving uncertainty for Western Slope towns that rely on events for their economy.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Lawmakers Limit Taxpayer Funding for Wolf Reintroduction
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    Lawmakers Limit Taxpayer Funding for Wolf Reintroduction

    Colorado lawmakers pass amendment to limit use of taxpayer dollars for wolf reintroduction, prioritizing rancher livelihoods over conservation efforts

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Western Slope Taxpayers Foot $10,000 Bill for Representative's Protest
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    Western Slope Taxpayers Foot $10,000 Bill for Representative's Protest

    A recent protest in the Colorado House has left taxpayers with a $10,000 bill, raising questions about the effectiveness and cost of the tactic.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Western Slope Courts Increase Security Measures
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    Western Slope Courts Increase Security Measures

    Security concerns are on the rise in Western Slope courts, prompting increased security measures and a shift in the way legal professionals approach their work.

    Sarah MitchellApril 15th, 20263 min
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    Eagle County Airport Sees Record Enplanements Despite Low Snowpack
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    Eagle County Airport Sees Record Enplanements Despite Low Snowpack

    Eagle County Regional Airport is experiencing a third consecutive year of record commercial enplanements, driven by increased local usage and new flights, despite challenges faced by nearby ski resorts.

    Sarah MitchellApril 14th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Law Requires Social Media Companies to Respond to Search Warrants
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    Colorado Law Requires Social Media Companies to Respond to Search Warrants

    A new Colorado law aims to hold social media companies accountable for online crimes by requiring them to respond swiftly to search warrants, in an effort to prevent harm to children and expedite investigations.

    Sarah MitchellApril 14th, 20263 min
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