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    Colorado Governor Race Narrows to Trump Fight Between Bennet and Weiser
    Opinion

    Colorado Governor Race Narrows to Trump Fight Between Bennet and Weiser

    The Colorado governor Democratic primary between Michael Bennet and Phil Weiser has narrowed to a single issue: who is the tougher fighter against Donald Trump, with both candidates spending millions on ads focused on lawsuit counts.

    Marcus ChenMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Jim Markalunas, Aspen’s Water and Power Pillar, Dies at 95
    Local Profiles

    Jim Markalunas, Aspen’s Water and Power Pillar, Dies at 95

    Jim Markalunas, the former head of Aspen's Water Department and key figure in the town's hydro-electric history, has died at 95. This article details his life, from his Marine service to keeping the lights on during storms.

    Sarah MitchellMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Snowmass Village Faces $2.25M Charging Cost for Electric Shuttle Fleet
    Local News

    Snowmass Village Faces $2.25M Charging Cost for Electric Shuttle Fleet

    Snowmass Village transportation director breaks down the $2.25 million price tag for charging infrastructure and the logistical challenges of transitioning to an all-electric shuttle fleet.

    Sarah MitchellMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Taste of Vail shifts to boutique format for 35th anniversary
    Lifestyle

    Taste of Vail shifts to boutique format for 35th anniversary

    The Taste of Vail celebrates its 35th year with a new boutique approach, prioritizing intimate connections between chefs, winemakers, and attendees over traditional broad-scale events.

    Elena VasquezMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Steamboat's Cooper Puckett Wins U.S. Alpine Slalom Title in Vail
    Lifestyle

    Steamboat's Cooper Puckett Wins U.S. Alpine Slalom Title in Vail

    Steamboat Springs' Cooper Puckett captures the U.S. Alpine slalom title in Vail, overcoming a season of near-misses to defeat rival Jett Seymour on enemy soil.

    Elena VasquezMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Basalt's Endless Pawsibilities Raises Funds for Deaf Boy's Service Dog
    Community Stories

    Basalt's Endless Pawsibilities Raises Funds for Deaf Boy's Service Dog

    Endless Pawsibilities hosts a 'Paint Your Pet' fundraiser at The Art Base in Basalt on April 10. A $500 ticket supports training Duke of Highlands, a service dog for local deaf boy Otto.

    Natalie ReevesMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Brighter World Forensic Interviews Rise 29% in Routt County
    Local News

    Brighter World Forensic Interviews Rise 29% in Routt County

    Data shows forensic interviews at Brighter World jumped to 84 in 2025, signaling a more efficient child protection system in Routt County as the community prepares for April proclamations.

    Sarah MitchellMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Colorado JBC Picks Private Prisons Over State Ownership to Curb Overflow
    Business News

    Colorado JBC Picks Private Prisons Over State Ownership to Curb Overflow

    The Colorado Joint Budget Committee voted to contract with a private prison company to handle inmate overflow, choosing a $40 million annual operating cost over a $200 million state-owned facility.

    Laura WhitfieldMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Joint Budget Committee Slashes Medicaid and Holds Tax Refunds to Plug $1.5B Gap
    Business News

    Colorado Joint Budget Committee Slashes Medicaid and Holds Tax Refunds to Plug $1.5B Gap

    The Joint Budget Committee addresses Colorado's $1.5 billion shortfall by implementing a 2% Medicaid reimbursement cut, capping Cover All Coloradans enrollment, and withholding $300 million in taxpayer refunds.

    Laura WhitfieldMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Senate Passes SB 9 to Shield Nonprofits from Federal Tax Status Changes
    Local News

    Colorado Senate Passes SB 9 to Shield Nonprofits from Federal Tax Status Changes

    Senate Bill 9 severs the link between federal and state tax exemptions, ensuring Colorado nonprofits retain sales tax benefits even if Washington revokes their 501(c)(3) status.

    Sarah MitchellMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Hands-Free Law Cuts Distracted Driving Crashes by 4.7 Percent
    Local News

    Colorado Hands-Free Law Cuts Distracted Driving Crashes by 4.7 Percent

    Colorado's new hands-free law has reduced distracted driving crashes by 4.7 percent and tripled citations, resulting in nearly 600 fewer crashes and six saved lives.

    Sarah MitchellMay 7th, 20263 min
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    Theatre Aspen Locals Passes Sell Out in Under a Day as Spring Arts Calendar Unveils Lineup
    Culture

    Theatre Aspen Locals Passes Sell Out in Under a Day as Spring Arts Calendar Unveils Lineup

    Aspen's spring arts calendar reveals a community deeply committed to cultural engagement, highlighted by Theatre Aspen locals passes selling out in under a day and a diverse lineup featuring the Wood Brothers and Aspen Shortsfest.

    Marcus ChenMay 7th, 20263 min
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