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    Breaking news and updates from the Western Slope

    985 posts

    Edwards Station Leads EV Charging Along I-70 Corridor
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    Edwards Station Leads EV Charging Along I-70 Corridor

    Edwards Station is at the forefront of EV charging with 12 Tesla and 4 Electrify America chargers, catering to the growing demand for electric vehicles along the I-70 corridor.

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    Core Transit Expands Summer Schedule Based on Passenger Feedback
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    Core Transit Expands Summer Schedule Based on Passenger Feedback

    Core Transit introduces new summer schedule with added stops and increased service, driven by community feedback and growing ridership demands.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Basalt Installs Speed Cameras Amid Surveillance Concerns
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    Basalt Installs Speed Cameras Amid Surveillance Concerns

    The town of Basalt has voted to install speed cameras, sparking concerns about surveillance and data privacy among residents, despite assurances from the town council and the camera operator, DACRA Tech.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Grand Junction Wild Horse Auction Starts at $125
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    Grand Junction Wild Horse Auction Starts at $125

    The Bureau of Land Management is hosting a wild horse auction in Grand Junction, with a starting bid of $125. The event aims to find new homes for gentled horses while managing wild horse herds in the West.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    BLM Plans to Gather Over 1000 Wild Horses in Northwest Colorado
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    BLM Plans to Gather Over 1000 Wild Horses in Northwest Colorado

    The Bureau of Land Management plans to gather over 1000 wild horses in Northwest Colorado, sparking controversy and concern among locals and advocates.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Western Slope Workers Face Setback as Lawmakers Weaken Heat Protection Bill
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    Western Slope Workers Face Setback as Lawmakers Weaken Heat Protection Bill

    Lawmakers have weakened a bill aimed at protecting workers from extreme temperatures, citing budget concerns. The move is a significant setback for workers on the Western Slope.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Debates Data Center Boom Amid Environmental Concerns
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    Colorado Debates Data Center Boom Amid Environmental Concerns

    The growth of data centers in Colorado has sparked a heated debate between environmental groups and labor unions, with lawmakers tasked to balance competing interests.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Ski Resorts Struggle with 50-Year Snowfall Low
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    Colorado Ski Resorts Struggle with 50-Year Snowfall Low

    Colorado's ski resorts face unprecedented challenges due to a 50-year low in snowfall, but dedicated workers help salvage the season.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Passes Law to Boost Affordable Housing
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    Colorado Passes Law to Boost Affordable Housing

    Colorado Governor Jared Polis signs law allowing certain organizations to build affordable housing on their land, bypassing local zoning codes, in an effort to address the state's housing shortage.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Poudre River Protection Project Stalls Amid Funding Uncertainties
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    Poudre River Protection Project Stalls Amid Funding Uncertainties

    The $100 million environmental settlement to protect the Poudre River is stalled due to funding uncertainties and construction delays, leaving the community concerned about the river's health and future.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Nexstar Media Group Acquires 9News in $6.2 Billion Merger
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    Nexstar Media Group Acquires 9News in $6.2 Billion Merger

    The $6.2 billion Nexstar Media Group merger with 9News raises concerns about the future of local news in Denver and its potential impact on the community.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Gray Wolf Population Shifts Northwest and Southwest
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    Colorado Gray Wolf Population Shifts Northwest and Southwest

    Colorado Parks and Wildlife reports a shift in the state's gray wolf population to northwest and southwest regions, with implications for local ecosystems and communities.

    Sarah MitchellMarch 27th, 20263 min
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