District to host board candidate forum Oct. 2 The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) has had a busy start to the school year. As students and teachers got back into routines in September, the RFSD Board of Education regular meetings saw full agendas. The district is also preparing for the election of two new members […]
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How to recognize blue-green algae and mitigate health risks for humans and pets
Have you ever felt unwell or like you had an allergic reaction after swimming in a pond? Well, the culprit could be blue-green algae, which thrives during warm weather in bodies of water experiencing eutrophication. Blooms of blue-green algae grow quickly and can produce cyanobacteria, which is toxic to humans and can even be fatal […]
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988 Colorado se une a Servicios de Crisis de Colorado y explora nuevas vías de difusión
Este verano, la línea de ayuda para salud mental 988 Colorado celebró su primer aniversario y se unió oficialmente a Servicios de Crisis de Colorado. Fundado en julio de 2024, 988 Colorado es un recurso adicional para personas que luchan contra problemas emocionales, de salud mental y de abuso de sustancias. Un simple número de […]
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988 Colorado combines with Colorado Crisis Services, explores additional outreach
This summer, the 988 Colorado Mental Health Line celebrated its first anniversary and officially combined forces with Colorado Crisis Services. Established in July 2024, 988 Colorado is an additional resource for people struggling with emotional, mental health and substance use issues. The simple three-digit number confidentially connects people with trained professionals 24 hours a day […]
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Colorado River District adopts five-year strategic plan and prepares for Oct. 3 Annual Water Seminar
This summer, the Colorado River District Board adopted a new five-year strategic plan. Formally named the Colorado River Water Conservation District, the Glenwood Springs-based agency manages and protects water resources on the Western Slope, encompassing tributaries and water use in 15 counties. The district was formed nearly 90 years ago, in 1937, in response to […]
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CPW shares safety reminders and updates as hunting seasons get underway
As bear season and archery season draw to a close, many hunters across Colorado are preparing for upcoming rifle seasons. Earlier this month, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced general reminders, permitting updates and safety warnings for hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts. While hunters are well aware of the dates, it is a valuable reminder […]
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Harvest festivals are everywhere you look
Autumn has arrived with a sense of impatience this year, with rainstorms bringing cooler temperatures, changing leaves and even high-elevation snow. Pumpkin spice products already line the shelves at grocery stores. While several fall celebrations have already occurred in the region the past few weeks, many more are just around the corner. These community parties […]
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RFTA Report: Goats at work, budget drafting and local collaborations
In mid-August, herds of goats once again appeared along the Rio Grande Trail between Catherine Store and Carbondale. The popular weed-mitigation program is now in its ninth year. Using the goats for corridor flora management helps the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) minimize pesticide use and build soil health. This year, RFTA started a contract […]
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A threshold for empowerment and healing — True Nature hosts women’s retreat Sept. 25-28
True Nature Healing Arts has been bringing spiritual and meditative opportunities to the Roaring Fork Valley for close to two decades. Later this month, the tranquil campus along the Rio Grande bike path will host a new retreat offering: “Threshold.” The three-day event will bring in three well-known facilitators and offer space for participants to […]
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Jeff Colt’s journey to ultra runner
It was the middle of the night, 12:50am on July 19. Darkness hanging over a meadow a few miles south of Buena Vista, there was a lull of tired anticipation. Every year prior, those gathered near the cluster of tents at the finish line hadn’t expected anyone to emerge from the dark until close to […]