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    News & Stories

    The latest news, community stories, and articles from Colorado's Western Slope.

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    Andy Lewis Dies in BASE Jumping Accident at Mineral Bottom
    Local News

    Andy Lewis Dies in BASE Jumping Accident at Mineral Bottom

    BASE jumping champion and Madonna collaborator Andy Lewis dies in a remote Utah canyon accident, marking the end of a life defined by high-wire records and extreme risk.

    Sarah MitchellJune 16th, 20263 min
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    Aspen’s Alex Kelloff Raises Over $1 Million for Colorado 3rd District GOP Primary
    Local News

    Aspen’s Alex Kelloff Raises Over $1 Million for Colorado 3rd District GOP Primary

    Aspen-area businessman Alex Kelloff leads Democratic fundraising with over $1 million, heavily relying on self-loans and small donors to challenge Republican incumbent Jeff Hurd in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District.

    Sarah MitchellJune 16th, 20263 min
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    Record Low Snowpack Opens Colorado 14ers Early for Hikers
    Local News

    Record Low Snowpack Opens Colorado 14ers Early for Hikers

    Colorado's record-low snowpack leaves 14ers bare and dry, opening trails two months early but increasing wildfire risk and reducing water access for hikers.

    Sarah MitchellJune 16th, 20263 min
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    Holy Cross Energy Elects Sarah Smith Hymes and Dave Munk to Board
    Local News

    Holy Cross Energy Elects Sarah Smith Hymes and Dave Munk to Board

    Holy Cross Energy announces 2026 board results: Sarah Smith Hymes wins the Northern District seat replacing Adam Quinton, while Dave Munk retains the Southern District, maintaining stability for the Western Colorado cooperative.

    Sarah MitchellJune 16th, 20263 min
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    Aspen CEO Dave Tanner Seeks Council Support as Fire Closes I-70
    Local News

    Aspen CEO Dave Tanner Seeks Council Support as Fire Closes I-70

    Aspen CEO Dave Tanner urges the City Council to address housing and transportation stability for Aspen One, while Pitkin County implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions that close I-70 due to the Paradise Creek fire.

    Sarah MitchellJune 16th, 20263 min
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    Steamboat Doctor Advocates Extending Postpartum Care Beyond Six Weeks
    Local News

    Steamboat Doctor Advocates Extending Postpartum Care Beyond Six Weeks

    A Steamboat Springs obstetrician explains why the traditional six-week postpartum checkup is outdated, citing rising maternal mortality and the need for extended monitoring of physical and mental health risks.

    Sarah MitchellJune 16th, 20264 min
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    Grand Junction Police Recruits Volunteers for Victim Services Unit
    Community Stories

    Grand Junction Police Recruits Volunteers for Victim Services Unit

    Grand Junction Police Department seeks compassionate volunteers to assist crime victims with immediate needs like shelter and food; applications close July 5.

    Natalie ReevesJune 16th, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Springs Sgt. Michael Young Retires After 32 Years
    Local News

    Glenwood Springs Sgt. Michael Young Retires After 32 Years

    Glenwood Springs Sgt. Michael Young signs off after 32 years of service, marking the end of an era for the community, while the Willow Fire damages apartments and the Paradise Creek Fire wraps up containment.

    Sarah MitchellJune 15th, 20263 min
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    Garfield Re-2 School Board Approves Insurance Renewals as Deductibles Double
    Education

    Garfield Re-2 School Board Approves Insurance Renewals as Deductibles Double

    Garfield Re-2 School Board approves insurance renewals, raising property deductibles from $25,000 to $50,000 and increasing premiums due to a tightening insurance market and higher workers' compensation costs.

    Carla JenningsJune 15th, 20263 min
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    Mike Kishimoto Steps Down as Strawberry Shortcut Director After 6 Years
    Local Profiles

    Mike Kishimoto Steps Down as Strawberry Shortcut Director After 6 Years

    Mike Kishimoto announces he will step down as the face of Glenwood Springs' Strawberry Shortcut after six years, with Brian Passenti taking over in 2027.

    Elena VasquezJune 15th, 20264 min
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    How Jim Pavelich launched the Vail Daily in 1981
    Historical Stories

    How Jim Pavelich launched the Vail Daily in 1981

    Explore how Jim Pavelich launched the Vail Daily on June 15, 1981, with a single-sheet strategy to dominate the local newspaper market in Eagle County.

    James HarlowJune 15th, 20263 min
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    Vail Resorts Epic Pass Sales Drop 10% Amid Weak Winter
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    Vail Resorts Epic Pass Sales Drop 10% Amid Weak Winter

    Vail Resorts reports a historic 10% drop in early Epic pass sales and a 52.8% plunge in lodging earnings, reflecting the financial strain of a weak winter on the Western Slope.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 15th, 20263 min
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