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    Aspen One CEO Dave Tanner Presents Housing and Transportation Plan to City Council
    Local News

    Aspen One CEO Dave Tanner Presents Housing and Transportation Plan to City Council

    Aspen One CEO Dave Tanner argues that the company's $1B investment and stable visitation prove the ski industry's viability, urging the community to partner on solving the local housing and transportation crunch.

    Sarah MitchellJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Cam Smith Claims Back-to-Back GoPro Mountain Games Victories in Vail
    Local Profiles

    Cam Smith Claims Back-to-Back GoPro Mountain Games Victories in Vail

    Olympian Cam Smith dominates the Vail GoPro Mountain Games with back-to-back wins in the 10K trail race and Pepi’s Face-Off, marking a reset after his Olympic debut.

    Marcus ChenJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Norton urges locals to stop sweating small stuff amid development boom
    Opinion

    Norton urges locals to stop sweating small stuff amid development boom

    Author Norton argues that residents should focus on big-picture infrastructure and housing issues rather than reacting emotionally to minor development details.

    Natalie ReevesJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Western Slope Drivers Ration Gas and Cut Spending as Inflation Squeezes Wallets
    Business News

    Western Slope Drivers Ration Gas and Cut Spending as Inflation Squeezes Wallets

    Western Slope residents are rationing gas and cutting back on impulse buys as high fuel prices and persistent inflation squeeze household budgets, forcing a structural shift in consumer spending habits.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Eric Brunner Edges Seth Hirsch at Vail Pass Cycling Event
    Historical Stories

    Eric Brunner Edges Seth Hirsch at Vail Pass Cycling Event

    Eric Brunner and Ashley Frye claimed victory in the Vail Pass climb at the GoPro Mountain Games, with Brunner beating Seth Hirsch by less than eight seconds and Frye winning by nearly 90 seconds.

    Elena VasquezJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Fort Collins and Estes Park Candidates Challenge Neguse in Colorado 2nd District
    Local News

    Fort Collins and Estes Park Candidates Challenge Neguse in Colorado 2nd District

    Two first-time Republicans, a Fort Collins hairstylist and an Estes Park massage therapist, challenge incumbent Rep. Joe Neguse in Colorado’s 2nd District, banking on unaffiliated voters and affordability frustrations.

    Sarah MitchellJune 8th, 20264 min
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    Aspen Ideas Festival Summer Schedule Reveals Star-Studded Lineup
    Culture

    Aspen Ideas Festival Summer Schedule Reveals Star-Studded Lineup

    The Aspen Ideas Festival announces its free community summer schedule featuring high-profile speakers like Bobby Flay and Maria Ressa. Learn the first-come, first-served registration details for these competitive local events.

    James HarlowJune 8th, 20264 min
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    Pete Holmes Brings Here and Now Tour to Wheeler Opera House
    Culture

    Pete Holmes Brings Here and Now Tour to Wheeler Opera House

    Comedian Pete Holmes brings his Here and Now Tour to the Wheeler Opera House on June 10, featuring opening act Matt McCarthy for a night of stand-up and connection.

    Marcus ChenJune 8th, 20263 min
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    Breckenridge Mama Bear Breaks Car Windows for Backpacks at Boreas Pass
    Local News

    Breckenridge Mama Bear Breaks Car Windows for Backpacks at Boreas Pass

    A mama bear and her cubs leveraged cracked windows to break into a car at Boreas Pass, stealing backpacks and highlighting the importance of secure vehicle storage near Breckenridge.

    Sarah MitchellJune 7th, 20263 min
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    Colorado Farmers Swap Thirsty Crops for Black-Eyed Peas to Save Water
    Local News

    Colorado Farmers Swap Thirsty Crops for Black-Eyed Peas to Save Water

    Colorado farmers explore swapping thirsty alfalfa for less-demanding crops like black-eyed peas to free up water for Front Range cities, but market stability remains the key hurdle.

    Sarah MitchellJune 7th, 20263 min
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    How Urban Noise Forces Local Birds to Change Pitch
    Opinion

    How Urban Noise Forces Local Birds to Change Pitch

    Urban development and concrete reflectivity disrupt natural sound waves, forcing local birds like the great horned owl and Western Meadowlark to alter their pitch and volume to be heard.

    Marcus ChenJune 7th, 20263 min
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    Peter Moore Maps Career Path for Ex-Convicted Voting Tamperer Tina Peters
    Opinion

    Peter Moore Maps Career Path for Ex-Convicted Voting Tamperer Tina Peters

    Peter Moore outlines a strategic career trajectory for Tina Peters, leveraging her voting system tampering history and demographic challenges to find her a new platform.

    Sarah MitchellJune 7th, 20263 min
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