Suspects in Edwards bank robberies announced engagement before alleged crime binge
The FBI didn’t have much trouble finding the woman suspected of trying to rob two banks in the Edwards Riverwalk on May 1. Karen Sophia Hyatt, 33, was in the Adams County jail for drug...
Sunday profile: Glenwood resident Annie Zancanella known as ‘Tanzanian Tooth Fairy’ after 5 months in African nation
Brushing your teeth with a stick and salt is almost impossible to imagine, but that’s exactly what kids were doing when Glenwood Springs resident Annie Zancanella arrived in Tanzania last fall. “Most of the students...
Most serious drug count dropped against Lipseys
An Aspen prosecutor dropped a bombshell in court Monday morning in the case against two Aspen parents accused of giving cocaine to a 17-year-old. Deputy District Attorney Don Nottingham said he would drop the most...
Breaking: Flash flood warning for eastern Garfield, northern Pitkin counties
A flash flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Saturday evening in eastern Garfield County and north-central Pitkin County. The warning is in effect until 8 p.m. and includes the towns...
Ironbridge resident Kirstie Ennis took home the Pat Tillman Award at last week’s ESPYs
Turning to sports during her recovery, Kirstie Ennis created the Kirstie Ennis Foundation to provide education and opportunity in the outdoors and to support other nonprofits dedicated to improving the quality of life of individuals and families.
UPDATE: CDOT partially re-opens one lane of Highway 325 to all travelers
Updated at 9:30 a.m. Saturday Highway 325 has been partially re-opened to the public Saturday morning, the Colorado Department of Transportation announced in a press release. CDOT maintenance crews worked through the night to install...
At least 13 people have died on Colorado’s rivers and reservoirs this year amid fierce runoff
At least 13 people have died on Colorado’s streams, rivers and waterways amid this year’s fierce runoff season. Authorities and weather forecasters have been warning the public to use extra caution when traversing swollen waterways....
‘Just pure love’ — Gay for Good Rocky Mountains celebrates one year
Heading into its second year, Gay for Good Rocky Mountains chapter looks to further engage the local Latino community as well as partner with more Colorado River Valley nonprofit organizations in New Castle, Silt and Rifle.
Invasive mussel threat on the rise at Ruedi, other Colorado reservoirs
Four boats has been intercepted and decontaminated this summer at Ruedi Reservoir east of Basalt this summer after the discovery of invasive mussels. Statewide, a record number of boats have been intercepted with the invasive species. The threat is growing, officials said.
Hunger assistance agency Lift-Up issues $4-a-day challenge
The awareness campaign aims to shine a light on the fact that hunger is a year-round struggle for more than 2,700 families that are served each month by LIFT-UP food pantries.
Glenwood-area residents rally as part of ‘Lights for Liberty’ event against human detentions
Roaring Fork Valley residents gathered in Sayre Park Friday for a “Lights for Liberty” vigil to raise awareness about human detention camps in the United States. At the eight-o-clock hour, local musician Frank Martin strummed...
Crime briefs: Fight near Safeway, Grand Ave. Bridge vandalism and alleged child exploitation
Man who claims to own the Grand Avenue Bridge (and the rest of Glenwood) arrested for painting the sidewalk, and other arrests in Garfield County.
Aspen native with dark past charged with armed robbery
A 38-year-old man who participated in an armed robbery at Clark’s Market in Aspen 20 years ago was arrested late Thursday night for robbing the Theatre Aspen concession stand at knifepoint Tuesday,
RMR resubmits Glenwood Springs quarry expansion proposal to BLM
RMR has submitted a revised expansion plan to the BLM. Public hearings on the quarry are still a long way off.
277 martinis a night, Miner’s Claim owner Christian Harra wins ‘Best Bartender’
Christian Harra of Miner's Claim for the third year in a row took home the Locals' Choice title of Best Bartender
Glenwood’s Midland Bridge to be closed July 19-20 for re-decking
The Midland Bridge, located on Midland Avenue between Devereux Road and the Exit 114 (West Glenwood) roundabout, will be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic on July 19 and 20 for asphalt work. Re-decking of...
#PostSnaps – Reader-submitted photos from across Garfield County
This week’s PostSnaps contributions come from: @gwsairport @photos.livinlight @staschewax @bsmythe26
Doctor’s Tip column: Diet and blood pressure
When scientists study large populations of people and look at what diseases they get and what they die from, it becomes apparent that ideal blood pressure is 110/70 or below. As blood pressure rises above...
Glenwood prosecutor wins award for welfare fraud trial
Glenwood Springs native Zachary Parsons was recently awarded the 2019 State of Colorado Welfare Fraud Council Prosecutor of the Year for his work with the 9th District Attorney’s Office. According to a press release from...
