Illness closes all schools in Grand Junction school district
All 46 schools in Grand Junction-area District 51 have been closed for cleaning because of a possible norovirus outbreak among students and staff. Colorado Public Radio reports six of the schools in Mesa County had closed as...
Crime Briefs: Burglar takes state patrol on high-speed pursuit; man denies having ever been arrested to officer that arrested him
An alleged thief took Colorado State Patrol on a 110 mph high-speed pursuit while another man denied having ever been arrested to the officer that arrested him 2 years ago.
Aspen house gone wild: ‘How does this happen?’
A trio of aspen elected officials said they will seek harsh penalties for the developer of a spec home that has run afoul of its original building approvals, including doubling the height of some of...
Garfield County imposes moratorium on new mining permits
The moratorium will prevent RMR Industrials from applying to update the special use permit for the limestone quarry north of Glenwood Springs.
Jury convicts ranch managers of lesser theft
Prosecutors said the Farrises stole between $100,000 and $1 million from the Garfield County ranch they managed, but the jury said it was less than $20,000.
Glenwood replacing failing green ash trees on Grand Avenue
The city has removed 10 green ash trees along Grand Avenue, predominantly along the 800 and 900 blocks. All of the green ash trees removed will be replaced with Sienna Glen Maple Trees.
CPW uncovers several hunting violations during check-station at Yampa River State Park
Charges and warnings issued during day-long check station included illegal possession of mule deer, transfer of hunting licenses, and hunting without proper or valid licenses.
Colorado’s largest craft brewery announces sale to international beer conglomerate
In another major blow to the Colorado beer industry in the last two months, New Belgium Brewing on Tuesday announced that after nearly 30 years in the craft beer business, the employee-owned company is selling...
Glenwood Springs Democrat Colin Wilhelm to run for Colorado Assembly
“I feel I have the opportunity to go out and work for the people, and represent the people directly," Wilhelm said.
Garfield County raises tobacco purchasing age
Commissioners join numerous other towns in passing tobacco 21 policies, but are cautious when it comes to other new nicotine regulations.
Aspen Snowmass named best ski resort in the west
Five Colorado resorts are listed in the top 10 of Ski Magazine’s annual reader survey ranking Western North American resorts, with Aspen Snowmass checking in at No. 1. Six more are ranked in the top 30....
Former Aspen city councilor, Skico executive Derek Johnson pleads guilty to stealing, faces 4-12 years in prison
Aspen officials are seeking harsh penalties for the developer of a home at Ute Ave. that has run afoul of its original building approvals, including doubling the height of walls and building at a higher elevation than approved.
CMC Rifle campus reopens Tuesday after temporary Monday closure
Rifle's CMC campus is closed today for a water main break.
Two Rivers charter application outlines academic, fiscal goals; cites commonality with Roaring Fork School District
A key consideration for both Two Rivers Community School and the Roaring Fork School District in the school's bid to become a district school has to do with future tax dollars.
CDOT reminds drivers of I-70 traction laws
FRISCO — A series of winter storms are set to hit the western parts of the state, and the Colorado Department of Transportation is asking motorists to make sure they’re ready for the conditions before...
Confrontation at Aspen restaurant could lead to long prison term
A Denver man could face more than three decades in prison after he was charged late last month with assaulting and seriously injuring an elderly man at an Aspen restaurant this summer, a prosecutor said...
Glenwood Springs mayor declares ‘war’ on RMR quarry
“This isn’t just a Glenwood Springs issue, this isn’t just a threat to another Colorado mountain town,” Glenwood Springs Mayor Jonathan Godes said.
Colorado justices approve medical marijuana during probation
DENVER — The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled people may use medical marijuana while serving probation. KMGH-TV reports the state’s highest court issued the ruling Monday. The justices approved an exception for prosecutors to show evidence that...
Ranch embezzlement trial in jury’s hands
A month-long trial moves into its final stages.
RFTA and city of Glenwood Springs to launch Grand Avenue Alternatives Analysis
The city of Glenwood Springs will put forth over $319,000 and RFTA over $290,000 for the Grand Avenue Alternatives Analysis.
