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    Colorado’s 1st Congressional District Democratic Primary: DeGette, Kiros, and James
    Local News

    Colorado’s 1st Congressional District Democratic Primary: DeGette, Kiros, and James

    A breakdown of the three candidates vying for Colorado's 1st Congressional District seat, comparing their stances on health care, drug prices, and child care ahead of the June 30 primary.

    Sarah MitchellJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Bennet and Weiser Clash Over $200M State Revenue and Medicaid
    Local News

    Bennet and Weiser Clash Over $200M State Revenue and Medicaid

    Colorado Governor contenders Michael Bennet and Phil Weiser propose different strategies to manage the state's $200 million revenue and rising Medicaid costs ahead of the primary.

    Sarah MitchellJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Eagle River Coalition screens 'The River' documentary in Edwards
    Community Stories

    Eagle River Coalition screens 'The River' documentary in Edwards

    The Eagle River Coalition and Eagle River Fund hosted a sold-out screening of the documentary 'The River' at the Riverwalk Theater in Edwards, focusing on the Colorado River's shrinking flows and local adaptation.

    Elena VasquezJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Vail Lacrosse Tournament Transforms Town With 2,500 Athletes
    Community Stories

    Vail Lacrosse Tournament Transforms Town With 2,500 Athletes

    The 31st annual Vail Lacrosse Tournament brings 120 teams and 2,500 athletes to Eagle County, testing local infrastructure and boosting tourism while creating friction for residents.

    Marcus ChenJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Gypsum Teen Gets 7 Years in Youth Offender System for Second-Degree Murder
    Local News

    Gypsum Teen Gets 7 Years in Youth Offender System for Second-Degree Murder

    18-year-old Nefi Ezequiel Armijo Hernandez pleads guilty to second-degree murder for killing 14-year-old Jackson Davis, receiving a seven-year sentence in the Colorado Youth Offender System pending judge's approval.

    Sarah MitchellJune 18th, 20263 min
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    US-Iran Deal Opens Strait of Hormuz for Two Months
    Business News

    US-Iran Deal Opens Strait of Hormuz for Two Months

    Analysis of the US-Iran interim agreement, highlighting the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and its immediate impact on global oil prices and local economies.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Beaver Creek Launches Free Summer Concert Series to Transform Village into Year-Round Hub
    Culture

    Beaver Creek Launches Free Summer Concert Series to Transform Village into Year-Round Hub

    Beaver Creek replaces its ice rink with green turf to host free weekly live concerts, launching the BC Unplugged series featuring national acts like Keith Anderson and local Colorado Showcase bands to boost summer foot traffic.

    Marcus ChenJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Snowmass Council Picks $5M Transit Center Option 1B
    Local News

    Snowmass Council Picks $5M Transit Center Option 1B

    Snowmass Town Council recommends Option 1B for a $5 million upgrade to the Snowmass Mall Transit Center, prioritizing a new shelter and modular bathrooms over cheaper alternatives.

    Sarah MitchellJune 18th, 20264 min
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    Hayden High Grad Finds Rowing Success at Gonzaga University
    Local Profiles

    Hayden High Grad Finds Rowing Success at Gonzaga University

    Hayden High School graduate Jenna Kleckler transitions from local sports to becoming a rowing athlete at Gonzaga University, proving that discipline from the Western Slope translates to NCAA competition.

    James HarlowJune 18th, 20263 min
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    BLM Sells $35.26 Million in Oil and Gas Leases Across Colorado
    Local News

    BLM Sells $35.26 Million in Oil and Gas Leases Across Colorado

    The Bureau of Land Management sold over $35.26 million in oil and gas leases across nine Colorado counties, sparking debate over whether severed mineral rights allow drilling within protected state wildlife habitats.

    Sarah MitchellJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Joe Kirkmeyer Promises $6B Road Fund Without Tax Hike
    Opinion

    Joe Kirkmeyer Promises $6B Road Fund Without Tax Hike

    Former Weld County Commissioner Joe Kirkmeyer campaigns for governor with a promise to double road funding to $6 billion without raising taxes, focusing on Western Slope water security and local control.

    Natalie ReevesJune 18th, 20263 min
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    Scott Bottoms Targets Western Slope Voters in Governor Bid
    Local News

    Scott Bottoms Targets Western Slope Voters in Governor Bid

    State Rep. Scott Bottoms campaigns for governor on a platform of fiscal sanity and transparency, targeting Western Slope voters with promises to cut property taxes and expand school choice.

    Sarah MitchellJune 18th, 20264 min
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