The latest news, community stories, and articles from Colorado's Western Slope.
Rifle City Council approves a temporary funding package to keep the Hogback bus route running through 2029, avoiding a November 21 service halt as Garfield County reduces its contribution.
Rifle City Council confirms Thomas Klein as the next police chief, bringing back a 30-year veteran who previously served as city manager.
Golden's Apex Park shuts down following the state's first reported bear attack of 2026, as officials cite aggressive bear activity and hunger driven by a dry winter.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife implements emergency measures at Sylvan Lake and Rifle Gap due to exceptional drought, shutting off water spigots at Sylvan Lake and reducing Rifle Gap's boat ramp to a single lane.
A debt dispute at a Grand Junction Dairy Queen escalated into a stabbing and a fleeing suspect who caused a five-car crash on North Avenue, leaving one dead and two injured.
Dr. Voss explains why Aspen's dry air and moderate temperatures can still cause heat stroke in dogs, offering tips for recognizing early warning signs during hikes up Smuggler.
Lewis argues that moderation is no longer a virtue in Colorado politics, citing Gov. Jared Polis’s commutation of Tina Peters’ sentence as an example of pragmatic governance being punished by the base.
Day 2 of the 2026 Aspen Food & Wine Classic featured Amanda McCrossin and Maneet Chauhan, proving the event sells exclusivity and status rather than just culinary knowledge.
The Ladder Creek Helium Plant in Cheyenne Wells ramps up exports as war in Iran chokes the Strait of Hormuz, cutting global supply and driving helium prices higher.
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet reveals his successor must be a Democrat under 50, narrowing the field to half a million voters as he prepares for the governor's race.
The 43rd Aspen Food & Wine Classic concludes with organizers confirming the 2027 event will proceed despite the upcoming Aspen/Pitkin County Airport closure, ensuring stability for locals and visitors.
The Aspen Times Moon Mondays column explores how the overwhelming heat and chaos of the summer solstice force residents to choose between drifting aimlessly or forging specific life intentions.
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