
Vail Pays Artist $12,500 for New History-Themed Birdhouse Sculpture
Artist Jason Middlebrook creates a site-specific birdhouse sculpture celebrating Colorado's history, funded by Vail's Art in Public Places board for $12,500.
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Artist Jason Middlebrook creates a site-specific birdhouse sculpture celebrating Colorado's history, funded by Vail's Art in Public Places board for $12,500.

A tribute to Margie Trebesh, a Glenwood Springs resident who built a multifaceted life working at Valley View Hospital and Mountain Bell, raising three children, and serving as HOA treasurer until her death.

The Yampa River Fund pivots from large-scale flow releases to distribute $160,000 across six specific projects, including wetland restoration, infrastructure upgrades, and beaver coexistence in Steamboat Springs.

The GoPro Mountain Games evolved from a niche competition into a chaotic, inclusive community festival in Vail, featuring the Short Dogs race, mud runs, and live music to boost local engagement and spending.

Vail's West Lionshead redevelopment project faces scrutiny as officials admit key metrics for housing and parking remain undefined, leaving the future of the base area in limbo.

Glenwood Springs City Council unanimously approves a $2.4 million, ten-year bundled Axon contract to replace Motorola cameras and integrate drones and AI reporting tools.

UCHealth's Dr. Michelle Barron breaks down West Nile virus symptoms, from mild fever to severe neurological issues, and outlines key prevention steps for locals.

Native son Michael Young concludes his 32-year career with Glenwood Springs Police, retiring after starting as a reserve officer in 1993.

Pope Leo XIV spent an hour with six abuse survivors in Madrid, but critics argue the curated meeting excludes many victims as the Church disputes the scale of the crisis.

Colorado Mountain College buys a Rifle property near Airport Road to build a dedicated hub for HVAC, auto mechanics, and electrician programs, with classes starting in 2027.

Barry Stout hosts the 22nd Devereux Polo Cup on June 14 at his historic New Castle ranch. The free, high-altitude event features Land Rover vs. Hotel Colorado, with all proceeds benefiting the town below.

OpenAI has filed preliminary paperwork with the SEC, signaling its move to go public with a staggering $852 billion valuation, positioning it among the largest companies in the S&P 500.
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