candidatos a Sheriff del Condado de Garfield Dos candidatos, Brent Baker y Dan Loya, se postulan como republicanos para el cargo de Sheriff del Condado de Garfield, que será dejado vacante por el sheriff de larga trayectoria, Lou Vallario. Son los únicos dos candidatos que se han lanzado a la contienda, sin ningún candidato demócrata, […]
James Steindler
Posted inLocal Government
GarCo Sheriff candidates make their case
Two candidates, Brent Baker and Dan Loya, are running as Republicans for the Garfield County Sheriff position, to be vacated by longtime Sheriff Lou Vallario. They are the only two candidates who’ve thrown their hats in the ring, with no Democrat candidate, which reasons that whoever voters decide on in the upcoming June 30 primary […]
Posted inNews
Community Calendar – June 18 to 28
THURSDAY, JUNE 18 BERRY SWEET GAMESOlder adults are invited to an afternoon of “berry-sweet” trivia, interactive games and socializing ahead of Strawberry Days from 1 to 3pm at the Glenwood Community Center. Register at tinyurl.com/BerrysweetGWS BOOK CLUBThe Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger at the Carbondale Library from 2 to 3:30pm. For […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Calendar – June 18 to June 28
THURSDAY, JUNE 18 BERRY SWEET GAMESOlder adults are invited to an afternoon of “berry-sweet” trivia, interactive games and socializing ahead of Strawberry Days from 1 to 3pm at the Glenwood Community Center. Register at tinyurl.com/BerrysweetGWS BOOK CLUBThe Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger at the Carbondale Library from 2 to 3:30pm. For […]
Posted inNews
Scuttlebutt – June 18, 2026
Willow FireColorado River Fire Rescue responded to a fast-moving structure and wildland fire on June 10 that originated near Willow Creek Circle and spread along Government Creek to the Rifle Creek Apartments area, destroying four apartments. The fire was contained at 10 acres and an investigation into its origin is underway. The City of Rifle […]
Posted inNews
Calendar – June 11 to June 21
THURSDAY, JUNE 11 MARBLE MUSEUMThe Marble Museum is open for the summer every day of the week, except Mondays, 11am to 4pm. Historic tours are available by appointment, and can be made by calling 970-963-9815. WORLD CUP The Crystal Theatre screens the opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico vs. South Africa, at […]
Posted inNews
Scuttlebutt – June 11, 2026
RFSD changesJonathan Delk was appointed on June 4 to the Roaring Fork School District Board of Education, representing District B. “In this appointment, we were looking for someone who already understands the work of a Board and is ready to dive into the critical issues such as budgets, policy governance, declining enrollments and focus on […]
Posted inNews
Scuttlebutt – May 21, 2026
Bridge repairThe Garfield Board of County Commissioners approved “an amount not to exceed” $650,000 in emergency repair funds to mend the Thompson Creek Road bridge, spanning the Crystal River just northwest of Carbondale, according to a press release issued this week. One of the bridge’s lanes will mostly remain open during the next two to […]
Posted inNonprofits
Near New donations dip
Correction: This article has been updated to reflect that the Near New is bringing in about $200 to $300 less daily compared to last year, not weekly. After swinging open the door to the Near New, a shopper’s eyes dance to a kaleidoscope of items, from housewares to sporty outfits. A volunteer is there to […]
Posted inNews
Curated Calendar – May 21-31, 2026
THURSDAY, MAY 21 RFHS ART, WOODWORKINGRoaring Fork High School’s Art and Woodworking show will be up and running from 8am to 6pm. The show will continue during the same period on Friday. INDEPENDENCE PASSIndependence Pass is scheduled to open today at noon. OLDER ADULT GAME DAYOlder adults are invited to an interactive game day at […]