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    Vail Pays Artist $12,500 for New History-Themed Birdhouse Sculpture
    Lifestyle

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Springs Honors Margie Trebesh for Decades of Community Leadership
    Local Profiles

    Glenwood Springs Honors Margie Trebesh for Decades of Community Leadership

    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.

    James HarlowJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Yampa River Fund Allocates $160,000 to Six Targeted Restoration Projects
    Local News

    Yampa River Fund Allocates $160,000 to Six Targeted Restoration Projects

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20264 min
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    GoPro Mountain Games Transforms Vail Into Community Festival
    Community Stories

    GoPro Mountain Games Transforms Vail Into Community Festival

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Vail West Lionshead Redevelopment Lacks Locked-In Numbers
    Local News

    Vail West Lionshead Redevelopment Lacks Locked-In Numbers

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Springs Approves $2.4 Million Axon Contract
    Local News

    Glenwood Springs Approves $2.4 Million Axon Contract

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    UCHealth Expert Explains West Nile Virus Symptoms and Prevention
    Local News

    UCHealth Expert Explains West Nile Virus Symptoms and Prevention

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Springs Sergeant Michael Young Retires After 32 Years
    Local Profiles

    Glenwood Springs Sergeant Michael Young Retires After 32 Years

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

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Pope Leo XIV Meets Six Survivors in Madrid Amid Abuse Crisis Dispute
    Opinion

    Pope Leo XIV Meets Six Survivors in Madrid Amid Abuse Crisis Dispute

    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.

    Natalie ReevesJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Mountain College Purchases Rifle Property for Trade Hub
    Education

    Colorado Mountain College Purchases Rifle Property for Trade Hub

    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.

    Carla JenningsJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Devereux Polo Cup Returns to New Castle Ranch for Free High-Altitude Event
    Community Stories

    Devereux Polo Cup Returns to New Castle Ranch for Free High-Altitude Event

    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.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    OpenAI Files for IPO With $852 Billion Valuation
    Business News

    OpenAI Files for IPO With $852 Billion Valuation

    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.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 9th, 20264 min
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