For a woman who chooses to have a child, pregnancy can be the most precious and tender experience of her life — but also the most vulnerable. While her body […]
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Longtime local takes the reins in Basalt
After 46 years in the Roaring Fork Valley, Bill Kane just began his first term as Basalt’s new mayor. “I ran a campaign to bring people together,” Kane said, adding, […]
The fox squirrel says, ‘I’m not going anywhere…’
There is a species of tree squirrel within Colorado’s borders that has not always been here. The migrant critter’s latin name is Sciurus Niger but is commonly referred to as […]
A virtual prom and a drive-through graduation
While the class of 2020 will miss many of the hallmarks of senior year, there will be a graduation — albeit in the parking lot. At a special meeting on […]
Impact on mental health a given, trends to be seen
With less hustling and bustling, there may be more time to reflect upon the simple side of things while being a recluse at home. Yet the stresses of daily life […]
Local landlords show leniency
Generally, this time of month landlords are welcoming payments into their bank accounts or perhaps preparing to reluctantly post an eviction notice on a far overdo tenant’s door. Currently, however, […]
Restaurants holding their own
It’s a tough time to be in the dining-out business, but residents continue supporting their favorite spots using takeout and delivery options. Other food shops have modified their business and […]
LIFT-UP expands emergency food programs
Say you just found a dozen cans of tuna fish, three pounds of flour, five boxes of macaroni and cheese or nine packages of ramen noodles in one of your […]
Habitat maintains momentum under new leadership
Habitat for Humanity Roaring Fork has a new captain at the helm who means to maintain the nonprofit’s momentum while navigating the uncharted waters of today. Gail Schwartz joined Habitat’s […]
Newspaper crafts made easy!
Don’t recycle those empty toilet paper rolls and used newspapers yet! Did you know that by using a few items found around your home, you can create fun and engaging […]