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

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    Amgen Sues to Block Colorado's Enbrel Price Cap
    Business News

    Amgen Sues to Block Colorado's Enbrel Price Cap

    Amgen sues to block Colorado's new price cap on the blockbuster drug Enbrel, arguing the cap violates federal law while the state fights to keep costs affordable for patients.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Aspen Snowmass Adopts Insulation Mats to Hoard Snow for 2026
    Local News

    Aspen Snowmass Adopts Insulation Mats to Hoard Snow for 2026

    Aspen Snowmass becomes the first Colorado ski area to use Snow Secure insulation mats, hoarding millions of gallons of snow to reduce winter snowmaking needs and adapt to climate change.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Aspen Saturday Market Defies Tourist Trap Myth Through Local Resilience
    Community Stories

    Aspen Saturday Market Defies Tourist Trap Myth Through Local Resilience

    Lorenzo Semple explores how the Aspen Saturday Market serves as a vital community sanctuary and agricultural hub, challenging the narrative that it is merely a curated tourist experience.

    Elena VasquezJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Steamboat Council Approves Collin Kelley’s Yampa Street Mixed-Use Project
    Local News

    Steamboat Council Approves Collin Kelley’s Yampa Street Mixed-Use Project

    Steamboat City Council voted 4-1 to approve Collin Kelley’s revised Yampa Street mixed-use project, but Councilor Amy Dickson’s dissent highlights ongoing concerns about local zoning code and building mass.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Pitkin County Breaks Ground on McClure Pass Trail
    Business News

    Pitkin County Breaks Ground on McClure Pass Trail

    Pitkin County Open Space and Trails breaks ground on the McClure Pass Trail, starting with a tunnel under Highway 133 to connect the Crystal Valley to the summit.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Jimbo’s Liquor Reopens in Basalt After 18-Month Trailer Siege
    Community Stories

    Jimbo’s Liquor Reopens in Basalt After 18-Month Trailer Siege

    Basalt’s Jimbo’s Liquor prepares to reopen in its original spot after founder Gonzo Mirich endured an 18-month operation from a cramped trailer, marking the anchor tenant for the new Basalt Center Circle development.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    JoAnn Coffman Dies at 94 in Carbondale
    Local Profiles

    JoAnn Coffman Dies at 94 in Carbondale

    JoAnn Coffman, a dedicated Carbondale teacher and rancher known for her stained-glass artistry and extensive travels, has died at 94, leaving behind a legacy of community and presence.

    Marcus ChenJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Rifle's Maryhannah Throm Dies at 99 After 79 Years at 750 Railroad Ave
    Lifestyle

    Rifle's Maryhannah Throm Dies at 99 After 79 Years at 750 Railroad Ave

    Maryhannah Throm, a Rifle fixture who lived at 750 Railroad Ave for 79 years, died at age 99. She helped plan the State Highway 13 By-Pass and served on Meals on Wheels for over 28 years.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Rifle Ute Theater Forum: Baker vs Loya on Garfield County Sheriff
    Local News

    Rifle Ute Theater Forum: Baker vs Loya on Garfield County Sheriff

    Republicans Brent Baker and Dan Loya debate their strategies for combating fentanyl and crime in the Garfield County Sheriff’s office during a forum at Rifle’s Ute Theater.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Carbondale’s Free June Events Hide Economic Reciprocity
    Opinion

    Carbondale’s Free June Events Hide Economic Reciprocity

    Carbondale's June calendar is packed with free arts and entertainment, but these events are actually strategic investments in local commerce and community loyalty rather than just freebies.

    Marcus ChenJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Habitat Vail Valley VP Finds Community on Pitkin Lake Trail

    Habitat Vail Valley VP Elyse Howard discovers that clearing branches on the Pitkin Lake Trail is more than maintenance; it is a vital way to build social fabric and connect with neighbors in Vail.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Caverns Cuts Music on the Mountain to Four Saturday Shows
    Community Stories

    Glenwood Caverns Cuts Music on the Mountain to Four Saturday Shows

    Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park reduces its Music on the Mountain series from 16 to four Saturday shows, investing in higher-caliber talent and a polished concert experience to support local nonprofits.

    Sarah MitchellJune 5th, 20263 min
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