On Thursday, Sept. 10, I had the opportunity to attend a local library board meeting. I was very excited to do so for three key reasons: 1) I got out of math class, 2) I’d never been to a library board meeting before and 3) the topic being discussed directly pertained to me. They were […]
September 2023
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Entrevistas a candidatos para la junta escolar: Distrito D
Traducción por Dolores Duarte En las próximas tres publicaciones, el Sopris Sun presentará respuestas a las preguntas formuladas a los candidatos que se postulan para la Junta Educativa del Distrito Escolar de Roaring Fork. Jasmin Ramirez se presenta sin oposición para la reelección en el Distrito D, el cual incluye las secciones norte y oeste […]
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Volver a lo Esencial: Un matrimonio ejemplar
Nacido en un pequeño pueblo de Chihuahua, México, Manuel fue traído por sus padres a los Estados Unidos a la edad de cuatro años. La falta de oportunidades en su pueblo y las dificultades económicas impulsaron a los padres de Manuel a tomar una decisión difícil, emigrar a los Estados Unidos. Aunque Manuel no recuerda […]
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GarCo Report: Public Health gears up for vaccine season
On Monday, Sept. 18, the Garfield County Commissioners met for a series of presentations, notably from the local Board of Human Services and the Board of Health, as well as from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) which provided a thorough update on all the changes coming to Cottonwood Pass over the next few years. […]
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Sounds of Sopris Park
As crisp fall air comes to the Valley and the trees begin their shift to reds and golds, audiences can enjoy some of the last outdoor music of the season this coming Sunday, Sept. 24 from 4pm until 7:30pm. The fifth of 2023’s five free Sopris Park concerts will feature The Circuss (“A musical trip […]
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Business collaborations inspire community connections
On Sept. 6, Capitol Creek Brewery hosted an event celebrating a collaborative project with Two Leaves and a Bud. The final product, named Two Leaves and a Hop, is a saison ale brewed at Capitol Creek Brewery and infused with tea from Two Leaves. The brew has been enjoyably received by customers of both companies. […]
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School board candidate interviews: District D
Over the next three issues, The Sopris Sun will publish responses to questions posed to candidates running for the Roaring Fork School District Board of Education. Jasmin Ramirez is running unopposed for reelection in District D, which includes the northern and western sections of Glenwood Springs. Background and Motivation: I am proud to be a […]