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

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    Heather’s Pop-up Brings Savory Pies and Live Music to Viewline Resort
    Lifestyle

    Heather’s Pop-up Brings Savory Pies and Live Music to Viewline Resort

    Heather’s Pop-up settles at Viewline Resort in Snowmass Village, offering savory pies and upgraded live music as a temporary home for displaced Stonebridge Inn patrons.

    Marcus ChenJune 13th, 20264 min
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    Jared Bennet’s Governor Pitch Masks Costly Gaps
    Opinion

    Jared Bennet’s Governor Pitch Masks Costly Gaps

    An opinion piece critiques Jared Bennet's run for governor, arguing his platform on housing and healthcare lacks specific funding details and execution plans despite his claims of success.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20264 min
    51
    How Soy Lowers Cancer Risk and Improves Heart Health
    Lifestyle

    How Soy Lowers Cancer Risk and Improves Heart Health

    Debunking the myth that soy is a villain, this article explains how moderate soy consumption lowers breast and prostate cancer risk, improves cholesterol, and supports gut health.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    How the Colorado River sustains the local summer economy
    Business News

    How the Colorado River sustains the local summer economy

    An analysis of how the Colorado River and summer activities drive the local economy, supporting businesses and retaining young adults beyond just visitor spending.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 12th, 20264 min
    55
    Kirkmeyer Promises $6B Transportation Plan Without Tax Hike
    Business News

    Kirkmeyer Promises $6B Transportation Plan Without Tax Hike

    Colorado gubernatorial candidate Kirkmeyer outlines a $6 billion transportation strategy funded without raising taxes, aiming to reduce red tape and improve affordability for Western Slope families.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 12th, 20264 min
    51
    Jared Weiser Leans on AG Record to Win Colorado Governor’s Mansion
    Local News

    Jared Weiser Leans on AG Record to Win Colorado Governor’s Mansion

    Former Colorado Attorney General Jared Weiser leverages his 65 lawsuits against the Trump administration and rural outreach to pivot from legal defense to executive governance in his bid for the governor's mansion.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20264 min
    55
    Don Hooner Gillespie Demands Charter Overhaul in Glenwood Springs
    Opinion

    Don Hooner Gillespie Demands Charter Overhaul in Glenwood Springs

    Don Hooner Gillespie calls for major charter changes in Glenwood Springs including public mayor election, while Phil Weiser prepares for governor.

    Marcus ChenJune 12th, 20263 min
    54
    Steamboat Springs Real Estate Hits $26.7M as Luxury Prices Surge
    Business News

    Steamboat Springs Real Estate Hits $26.7M as Luxury Prices Surge

    Real estate transactions in Steamboat Springs and Hayden totaled $26,737,754 for the week of June 4-10, with prices rising across condos, homes, and agricultural land.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 12th, 20264 min
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    Colorado Wildflowers Bloom Earlier Amid Record Low Snowpack
    Lifestyle

    Colorado Wildflowers Bloom Earlier Amid Record Low Snowpack

    Record low snowpack forces Colorado wildflowers to bloom one to two weeks earlier, shifting energy from spectacle to survival. Experts explain why the bloom is muted but still resilient.

    Elena VasquezJune 12th, 20263 min
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    Kampa Lampa Glampground Turns De Beque Into West Slope Tourism Hub
    Business News

    Kampa Lampa Glampground Turns De Beque Into West Slope Tourism Hub

    Kampa Lampa glampground leverages proximity to Interstate 70 and the Colorado River to transform De Beque into a major West Slope tourism destination despite historic drought conditions.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 12th, 20263 min
    65
    Mild Winter and Wet Spring Drive Tick Boom on Colorado's Western Slope
    Local News

    Mild Winter and Wet Spring Drive Tick Boom on Colorado's Western Slope

    A mild winter and wet spring from 2023 create a massive tick population boom on Colorado's Western Slope, increasing the risk of Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Colorado tick fever for hikers and residents.

    Sarah MitchellJune 12th, 20263 min
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    District 49 Stays with ERBOCES to Prevent Collapse
    Education

    District 49 Stays with ERBOCES to Prevent Collapse

    District 49 board chooses to remain with Education ReEnvisioned BOCES to prevent the organization's immediate collapse after Elizabeth School District left, ensuring continuity for students.

    Carla JenningsJune 12th, 20263 min
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