The debate over the building permit for 728 Euclid Ave. boiled down to whether quantitative or qualitative zoning interpretations should take precedent. The two other words playing a major role […]
Roberta McGowan
Locals reflect on time as attorney staffers during Watergate
Any reference to the 2019 U.S. House of Representatives impeachment hearings of President Donald J. Trump seems to echo the 1973 and 1974 U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives […]
Local police shortage offers an opportunity
Have you ever dreamed of a job in law enforcement? It might not be as far-fetched as you think. If you’re at least 21, without any felony convictions, no domestic […]
Library showcases books for all by local authors
“There’s so much good writing in the Valley, you don’t need to go anywhere else.” That’s how Carbondale Branch Library Manager Lacy Dunlavy began her description of the free Local […]
On patrol with Carbondale's finest
It’s 8 p.m. on a recent First Friday — a dark and chilly evening on Main Street. Since the town is celebrating Dia de los Muertos, the Fourth Street Plaza […]
Former Redstonian writes about love and war
As a Vietnam veteran who lost his leg in combat and still has shrapnel in his body, Infantry Captain Ron Sorter, knows about pain — emotional as well as physical. […]
Virgili and Hartzell win CMC trustee, Salida a slam dunk
The results of the Colorado Mountain College (CMC) Board of Trustee elections, as of 11 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 5, show the overwhelming passage of ballot questions 7A and 5A […]
Alcohol takes its toll
As you walk into a noon meeting sponsored by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) you’ll find yourself in a large, comfortable and welcoming room with a thoughtful, serious atmosphere. Here, hope looms […]
Expanding worlds and building confidence
Ascendigo provides a haven for adults and children dealing with autism by helping improve basic life skills in social, daily living and athletics areas. Equally important is how Ascendigo also […]
‘We are still a victim-blaming culture’
Molested at age four by her babysitter’s cousin, Karen was later raped by a drunk stranger at age ten. She was raped again at age 15 at a holiday party; […]