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    News & Stories

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

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    How Strait of Hormuz Closure Drives Up Glenwood Springs Gas Prices
    Business News

    How Strait of Hormuz Closure Drives Up Glenwood Springs Gas Prices

    An analysis of how the closed Strait of Hormuz and diverging US-Israel war strategies are directly impacting fuel costs for residents in Glenwood Springs and the broader Roaring Fork Valley.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 9th, 20263 min
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    GEO Group Sues Colorado to Block Immigrant Detention Facility Inspections
    Local News

    GEO Group Sues Colorado to Block Immigrant Detention Facility Inspections

    Private prison giant GEO Group filed a lawsuit in Colorado to halt House Bill 1276, arguing state health and safety inspections of the Aurora immigrant detention center exceed state authority and interfere with federal contracts.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20264 min
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    Two Prisoners Die at Bent County Correctional Facility
    Local News

    Two Prisoners Die at Bent County Correctional Facility

    Two inmates, Charles Gates and Michael Fisher, died at the Bent County Correctional Facility, prompting a temporary statewide visitation ban and a CDOC investigation into the causes.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Marea Aspen Extends Summer Residency at Snow Lodge
    Lifestyle

    Marea Aspen Extends Summer Residency at Snow Lodge

    Marea Aspen reopens June 10 at the Snow Lodge, extending its residency into summer with a lighter menu and new terrace to match the seasonal shift.

    Elena VasquezJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Bottoms, Marx, and Kirkmeyer Vow to Fix Rural Colorado Budget Divide
    Local News

    Bottoms, Marx, and Kirkmeyer Vow to Fix Rural Colorado Budget Divide

    Scott Bottoms, Victor Marx, and Barbara Kirkmeyer compete for the GOP nomination with distinct plans to address the urban-rural budget divide and improve Western Slope infrastructure.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Aspen Wildlife Coordinator Warns of 17 Moose Sightings
    Local News

    Aspen Wildlife Coordinator Warns of 17 Moose Sightings

    City Wildlife Coordinator Lara Xaiz confirms 17 moose sightings in Aspen this summer, urging hikers on Maroon Creek and in North Star Preserve to keep dogs leashed and maintain safe distances from aggressive mothers.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20264 min
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    Western Slope Gas Prices Drop to $4.15 Amid Supply Shifts
    Business News

    Western Slope Gas Prices Drop to $4.15 Amid Supply Shifts

    Western Slope gas prices fell to an average of $4.15, driven by local supply adjustments and global crude dips, though summer demand and geopolitical risks keep the relief fragile.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Pitkin County Tracks Rising Bat Rabies Cases in Glenwood Springs Valley
    Local News

    Pitkin County Tracks Rising Bat Rabies Cases in Glenwood Springs Valley

    Pitkin County epidemiologist Carlyn Porter tracks rising bat rabies cases in the Glenwood Springs valley, warning locals that standard dog vaccines may not suffice and highlighting the urgent need for pet vaccination and bite reporting.

    Sarah MitchellJune 9th, 20263 min
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    Garfield County Sheriff Forum, Canyon Fires, and MIT Valedictorian
    Local News

    Garfield County Sheriff Forum, Canyon Fires, and MIT Valedictorian

    A roundup of Garfield County news featuring a sheriff forum in Rifle, contained fires in Glenwood Canyon, and local valedictorian Star Hernandez heading to MIT.

    Sarah MitchellJune 8th, 20263 min
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    CSU Experts Guide Colorado Homeowners on Saving Water with Smart Irrigation
    Lifestyle

    CSU Experts Guide Colorado Homeowners on Saving Water with Smart Irrigation

    Colorado State University experts explain how homeowners can reduce water bills and adapt to drought by using smart irrigation controllers and embracing dormant grass.

    Elena VasquezJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Eli and Tabor Hemming Dominate Adidas Terrex 20K at GoPro Mountain Games
    Lifestyle

    Eli and Tabor Hemming Dominate Adidas Terrex 20K at GoPro Mountain Games

    Eli and Tabor Hemming claimed top spots at the Adidas Terrex 20K in Vail, utilizing a new one-lap course to secure victories while Dylan Blair fell just short of the win.

    Natalie ReevesJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Colorado youth treatment centers screen out 92% of abuse reports
    Local News

    Colorado youth treatment centers screen out 92% of abuse reports

    Data reveals that Colorado child welfare officials investigated only 8% of abuse reports from youth treatment centers between 2021 and 2026, with major facilities like Tennyson and Cleo Wallace screening out the vast majority of complaints.

    Sarah MitchellJune 8th, 20263 min
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