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    Phil Weiser Positions Himself as Aggressive Defender in Colorado Gubernatorial Race
    Local News

    Phil Weiser Positions Himself as Aggressive Defender in Colorado Gubernatorial Race

    Lakewood distillery visit highlights Phil Weiser's campaign strategy to contrast his aggressive litigation record with Senator Michael Bennet's negotiation style as he seeks the Democratic gubernatorial nomination.

    Sarah MitchellJune 2nd, 20263 min
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    Jazz Aspen Snowmass Revives Sauté & Swing Fundraiser at New Center
    Lifestyle

    Jazz Aspen Snowmass Revives Sauté & Swing Fundraiser at New Center

    Jazz Aspen Snowmass returns to the Paul JAS Center for the Sauté & Swing Fundraiser, featuring a six-course meal by Michelin-starred Chef Alex Hong and a concert by St. Paul & the Broken Bones.

    Marcus ChenJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Mercury Enters Cancer: How to Nurture Yourself Before Burnout Hits
    Lifestyle

    Mercury Enters Cancer: How to Nurture Yourself Before Burnout Hits

    Mercury shifts into emotional Cancer, urging us to prioritize self-care and fill our cups before helping others. Learn how this astrological shift helps prevent burnout and encourages introspection.

    Marcus ChenJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Lhakpa Sherpa Brings Everest Grit to Aspen Domestic Abuse Shelter
    Business News

    Lhakpa Sherpa Brings Everest Grit to Aspen Domestic Abuse Shelter

    Paepcke Auditorium hosts 'Summit of Hope' featuring 11-time Everest summiter Lhakpa Sherpa on Aug. 13 to raise funds for Response, the Upper Roaring Fork Valley’s only domestic abuse shelter network.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 1st, 20263 min
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    How Vail's 1964 Golf Course Transformed the Mountain Resort
    Historical Stories

    How Vail's 1964 Golf Course Transformed the Mountain Resort

    Explore how the construction of Vail's first golf course in 1964 shifted the valley from a winter ski hill to a premier year-round luxury resort, driving local economic growth and tourism.

    James HarlowJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Governor Jared Polis Commutes Tina Peters Sentence
    Local News

    Governor Jared Polis Commutes Tina Peters Sentence

    Governor Jared Polis cuts Tina Peters' sentence in half, freeing the former Mesa County Clerk from federal prison after serving 19 months of her nine-year term for election fraud.

    Sarah MitchellJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Hickenlooper vs Gonzales Clash on Healthcare and Childcare in Colorado Senate Primary
    Local News

    Hickenlooper vs Gonzales Clash on Healthcare and Childcare in Colorado Senate Primary

    Incumbent John Hickenlooper and state Sen. Julie Gonzales face off in Colorado’s Democratic Senate primary, highlighting key divides on childcare, healthcare, and fracking.

    Sarah MitchellJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Vice President JD Vance Tells Air Force Academy Class of 2026 AI Defines New Era of Warfare
    Local News

    Vice President JD Vance Tells Air Force Academy Class of 2026 AI Defines New Era of Warfare

    Vice President JD Vance addresses the Air Force Academy class of 2026 at Falcon Stadium, declaring that artificial intelligence is reshaping warfare and ensuring U.S. dominance against adversaries like Iran.

    Sarah MitchellJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Colorado Outdoor Recreation Office Turns $3.6M Federal Grant Into 927 Jobs
    Business News

    Colorado Outdoor Recreation Office Turns $3.6M Federal Grant Into 927 Jobs

    A $3.6 million federal grant from the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office transformed struggling pilot programs into regional powerhouses, creating 927 jobs and funding infrastructure like ski lifts in Huerfano County.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Glenwood Springs Valedictorian Heads to MIT on QuestBridge Scholarship
    Lifestyle

    Glenwood Springs Valedictorian Heads to MIT on QuestBridge Scholarship

    Glenwood Springs High School valedictorian Star Hernandez leverages the QuestBridge program to secure a spot at MIT, proving that determination and financial aid can overcome geographic and economic barriers.

    Marcus ChenJune 1st, 20264 min
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    Western Slope Business Owners Navigate Growth Zone Amid Market Shifts
    Business News

    Western Slope Business Owners Navigate Growth Zone Amid Market Shifts

    Western Slope business owners face market volatility and supply chain delays; learn how embracing the 'growth zone' and adopting a learn-it-all mindset turns economic uncertainty into opportunity.

    Laura WhitfieldJune 1st, 20263 min
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    Vail Proposes Redeveloping Post Office into Affordable Housing Hub
    Local News

    Vail Proposes Redeveloping Post Office into Affordable Housing Hub

    Vail formally requests a partnership with the U.S. Postal Service to redevelop the aging post office site, aiming to consolidate operations and create affordable housing for essential workers.

    Sarah MitchellJune 1st, 20263 min
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