Minor case verdicts in Colorado’s 9th Judicial District just got easier. To limit crowded jury boxes, District Attorney JoJo Careless has instituted a verdict by ping pong policy pitting plaintiff and defendant attorneys against each other in a winner take all game. “And besides,” said Careless, “Long jury deliberations cut into our time on the […]
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Local man struggled to leave Nepal
As Nepal considered closing its borders because of the Covid-19 virus pandemic, one Carbondalian, Hamilton Pevec, was trapped in that remote South Asian country. Fortunately, he arrived home March 22 after enduring what he called a long, grueling journey. Pevec said he had been trying to escape before air travel was blocked, adding, “I was […]
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RFTA reduces services
The Pandemic Task Force of the Roaring Fork Valley Transportation Authority (RFTA) continues to work nonstop to support the region during the current coronavirus (Covid-19) health crisis. RFTA plans to continue operating at a reduced level of service for those in need of its essential service. Due to reductions in ridership, staffing constraints system wide, […]
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What are organizations doing right now?
Public institutions / essential services Franseca’s Pasta Market and Empanadas 274-901. One lb. rainbow homemade pasta free for the first 50 families coming on Weds. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free Range Kitchen and Wine Bar 279-5199 Open for takeout and delivery 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tues-Sat. Garcia’s Market 963-4532 Open for pickup 9 […]
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Local officials respond to COVID-19
As concern grows over infectious diseases here and across the country, local first responders urged residents to remain calm but be cautious. Rob Goodwin, Chief of the Carbondale and Rural Fire Protection District, and his team remain on the front lines of any and all emergencies. With frequent meetings with federal, state, county and local […]
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Ball brewing pours a dram of history into your glass
Take a sip, and you’ll realize this is something different. Just a few miles down Highway 82, a new taproom is reaping and sharing the benefits of an unexpected windfall. The phrase “heirloom” — whether seeds or hops, which are essential to brew beer — have become the unique ingredients in Ball Brewing’s on-site production. […]
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Get ready for spring sports
Update: The Colorado High School Activities Association has delayed all sporting competitions until April. It’s that time of year again. Snow melts, flowers start to bloom, trees sprout new leaves, and school athletic fields see young athletes popping up all over. Roaring Fork High School Athletic Director Marty Nieslanik said, “We are looking forward to […]
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It’s not your mother’s 4-H
Some organizations fall behind as the world changes, but not 4-H. As technology advances, the 120-year-old nonprofit has kept up with the needs of participants, including robotics, information technology and ever-evolving methods and data in agriculture. But, that’s not to say the role of agriculture is diminishing. On the contrary, it is growing and expanding. […]
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Penny Hot Springs still simmering
The water will still flow hot, the view will still be spectacular, but there may be a port-a-potty near the road and less parking. The Pitkin County Open Space & Trails (OST) Board of Trustees recently approved the Draft Management Plan for Penny Hot Springs, with a few caveats. The plan can only be put […]
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Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club gears up for Junior Nationals
The Cross Country (XC) Skiing Junior National Competition begins March 9 in Truckee, CA, and the Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club (AVSC) Nordic team is ready and raring to go. Of the 11 skiers representing AVSC at the event, five hail from Carbondale: Kate Oldham from Colorado Rocky Mountain School (CRMS), Lola Villafranco, CRMS, […]