Recent wrecks have Glenwood Canyon under scrutiny from Colorado Department of Transportation
Glenwood Canyon was the site of six separate wrecks involving semi trucks in January. That’s caused a lot of uncertainty for locals and visitors alike who take Interstate 70 through the canyon for their commute...
Black-owned Glenwood Springs business creates a community so strong, the governor noticed
Gov. Jared Polis visited Glenwood Springs’ Bluebird Cafe Friday morning to celebrate a Black-owned local business for Black History Month. Justin Bishop has owned the Bluebird Cafe in Glenwood Springs for less than a year, but...
Two Mind Springs workers arrested in Mesa County on extortion charges
A senior director at Mind Springs Health and a former worker at its Circle Program were arrested and jailed late Thursday on criminal charges, local and state documents show. Megan Navarro, senior clinical director, and...
Soak away your worries with a relaxing getaway at Iron Mountain Hot Springs; new theme pools coming this spring
The best way to unwind in Glenwood Springs as an adult is to get a nice warm mineral soak with a cocktail in hand after a cold day of skiing or even just working. And...
Ranchers to be compensated up to $8,000 for each head lost to wolf depredation, CPW says
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is coming to Rifle next week to discuss and collect public feedback over the state’s contentious plan to restore gray wolves in its ecosystem. The meeting is slated for 8:30 a.m.-3...
Eagle County deputies shoot, kill man in Edwards during domestic incident
Eagle County Sheriff’s Office deputies shot and killed a man around 9 p.m. Tuesday after responding to a domestic situation in Edwards. According to a release from the Eagle County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to...
CMC Spring Valley and Glenwood Springs campus leader Heather Exby to retire
After eight years serving the students, faculty and staff at Colorado Mountain College Spring Valley campus and Glenwood Center, Vice President and Dean Heather Exby is retiring from CMC at the end of the spring...
Meet Akaljeet Khalsa, a Carbondale-based death doula
Akaljeet Khalsa, a Carbondale based end-of-life doula, knows first hand the painful experience of watching a loved one dying. In 2019, her mother was diagnosed with stage three cancer, catalyzing the overwhelming emotions humans struggle...
A&E roundup: weekend includes 80s-themed prom, Sunlight Ski Spree, Carbondale First Friday
Who doesn’t love a good excuse to dress up — especially if they can do it in a 1980s theme? “We thought it would be a fun theme,” said Angie Anderson, president and CEO for...
Ascendigo gives opportunity to adults and children with autism
Julie and Robert Manning never thought they would see their autistic daughter, Olivia, put on a helmet and ride a horse. As if the horseback riding wasn’t enough of a shock, they also witnessed her...
State officials draft bill regulating stream restoration
Colorado officials have drafted a bill aimed at addressing a tension between stream restoration projects and water rights holders. The draft clarifies that restoration projects do not fall under the definitions of a diversion, storage...
UPDATE: I-70 reopens in Glenwood Canyon after extended closure Monday
UPDATE, 11:44 p.m. Monday — I-70 through Glenwood Canyon was fully reopened late Monday night, following a day-long closure due to a semi tractor-trailer crash at about 11:15 a.m. Westbound lanes were reopened at 10:20...
All remaining charges against Basalt chiropractor dropped
A district court judge Thursday dismissed the remaining criminal counts against the owner of a Basalt-based chiropractor office who had been under grand-jury indictment for allegedly cooperating with one of his massage therapists accused of...
Not everyone aboard with plans for Redstone-McClure trail
As Pitkin County Open Space and Trails moves closer to approval for the development of a seven-mile trail from Redstone to McClure Pass, some Crystal Valley residents are crying foul over wildlife impacts and potential...
Rifle Garfield County Airport becomes possible focal point for economic development
The Aspen Institute is currently seeking feedback from Rifle city leaders on whether they think using the Rifle Garfield County Airport as an attractive lure for spurring new industry and commerce is viable. Aspen Institute...
Garfield Clean Energy aims to have county’s electricity supply 100% carbon free by 2030
Five major goals to be reached by 2030 are currently in Garfield Clean Energy’s crosshairs: Reduce energy consumption in the built environment by 12%; Make Garfield County’s electricity supply 100% carbon free; Increase the share...
Rifle High School football’s Kade Street inks with Colorado Mesa University
Kade Street is six feet, six inches tall. He’s north of 210 pounds. Colorado Mesa University’s football program should be so lucky. On Wednesday, Rifle High School’s formidable offensive and defensive lineman signed to play...
Glenwood Springs Citizens of the Year award honors contributions of Debbie and Mike Wilde
Mike Wilde was in the know and did his part to convince his wife, Debbie, to attend the annual Glenwood Springs Chamber Gala Saturday night at the Hotel Colorado. What he didn’t know was that...
Glenwood Springs man accused of threatening Summit schools on social media tells judge he doesn’t own any guns
Judge maintains $100,000 bond for release of suspect who allegedly posted threats against Summit School District on social media
$7.5 million park-and-ride project gets matching federal, local funds
The number of paved parking spots at the Brush Creek park-and-ride lot will double to approximately 400 this summer with the projected completion of a $7.5 million project being supported by federal and local money. ...