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    Berliamont Estates Paving Road Disrupts White River National Forest Wildlife

    Berliamont Estates plans to pave a 2.5-mile road through the White River National Forest for 19 luxury homes, disrupting wildlife corridors and increasing fire risk.

    Marcus ChenMay 29th, 20263 min
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    Colorado's $300M Northwest Transportation Plan Breaks Down
    Local News

    Colorado's $300M Northwest Transportation Plan Breaks Down

    An analysis of the $300 million northwest Colorado transportation plan, detailing how funds are allocated for I-70 concrete upgrades and Bustang services rather than new highway construction.

    Sarah MitchellMay 29th, 20264 min
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    Trump Weighs 60-Day Strait of Hormuz Ceasefire Deal
    Business News

    Trump Weighs 60-Day Strait of Hormuz Ceasefire Deal

    Negotiators aim for a 60-day ceasefire to clear the Strait of Hormuz mines and lower oil prices, but the deal hinges on President Trump's signature and Iran's compliance.

    Laura WhitfieldMay 29th, 20263 min
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    Backrooms and Jack Ryan: Ghost War Review
    Local News

    Backrooms and Jack Ryan: Ghost War Review

    A comparative review of the new horror film Backrooms and the streaming action movie Jack Ryan: Ghost War, analyzing how each handles atmosphere versus budget constraints.

    Sarah MitchellMay 29th, 20263 min
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    CLIMB Program Celebrates 12 Students at Colorado Mountain College Edwards Campus
    Community Stories

    CLIMB Program Celebrates 12 Students at Colorado Mountain College Edwards Campus

    Twelve students from the CLIMB program celebrated their transition to independent adulthood at the Colorado Mountain College Edwards campus, highlighting their journey of life skills and trust supported by Vail Valley Cares and EFEC.

    Elena VasquezMay 29th, 20263 min
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    Vail GoPro Mountain Games Yeti Catch Wars Test Fly Fishing Skills
    Historical Stories

    Vail GoPro Mountain Games Yeti Catch Wars Test Fly Fishing Skills

    Inside the high-stakes Yeti Catch Wars at the GoPro Mountain Games, where teams must fish and row class III-IV whitewater on the Colorado River under strict judging rules.

    James HarlowMay 29th, 20264 min
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    Boulder Residents Sue City Over Flock Safety Camera Privacy
    Local News

    Boulder Residents Sue City Over Flock Safety Camera Privacy

    Boulder residents William Freeman and another plaintiff sue the city, arguing that its network of 31 Flock Safety cameras violates Colorado Constitution privacy rights by creating a warrantless dragnet.

    Sarah MitchellMay 29th, 20263 min
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    Outside Days Moves to Auraria Campus for Expanded Denver Festival
    Culture

    Outside Days Moves to Auraria Campus for Expanded Denver Festival

    Outside Days shifts headquarters from Civic Center Park to Auraria Campus, expanding to a three-day event with headliners like Death Cab for Cutie, marking a strategic move to dominate Denver's cultural landscape.

    Sarah MitchellMay 29th, 20263 min
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    Gov. Jared Polis Signs $5 Wildlife Crossing Fee on Vehicle Registration
    Local News

    Gov. Jared Polis Signs $5 Wildlife Crossing Fee on Vehicle Registration

    Gov. Jared Polis signed Senate Bill 141, creating a voluntary $5 vehicle registration fee to fund wildlife crossings on the Western Slope, aiming to reduce the 7,500 annual animal deaths.

    Sarah MitchellMay 29th, 20263 min
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    Aspen Approves $354K Contract to Restore Maroon Creek Wetlands
    Local News

    Aspen Approves $354K Contract to Restore Maroon Creek Wetlands

    Aspen City Council unanimously approves a $354,750 contract for Statesman Gerbaz to restore 11,500 to 20,000 square feet of damaged wetlands after a private parcel offloaded debris onto city open space.

    Sarah MitchellMay 28th, 20263 min
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    EagleVail and Eagle Pools Open for Summer with Free Events
    Local News

    EagleVail and Eagle Pools Open for Summer with Free Events

    EagleVail and Eagle Pools officially open for the summer season, offering specific hours, resident pricing, and family-friendly events like the free Splash Into Summer Party and SunsetLIVE! concerts.

    Sarah MitchellMay 28th, 20264 min
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    Gypsum Daze Announces Ashley McBryde as Headliner for July Festival
    Community Stories

    Gypsum Daze Announces Ashley McBryde as Headliner for July Festival

    The Town of Gypsum announces Ashley McBryde and Chayce Beckham as headliners for the annual Gypsum Daze festival at Lundgren Amphitheater, featuring strength competitions and family events from July 16-18.

    Elena VasquezMay 28th, 20264 min
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