Forest Service attritionWhite River Forest Supervisor Scott Fitzwilliams is resigning from his position after 15 years. Fitzwilliams is among other federal employees, including Deputy Supervisor Heather Noel, to reportedly have opted into a deferred resignation early buyout program — retaining all pay and benefits until Sept. 30. According to Vail Daily, as many as 20 […]
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Local jeweler hits stride with sustainable designs
Sydney Nikoloff, owner of Sydney Kay Jewelry, has been designing and creating her own unique pieces for a little over four years. Nikoloff sells jewelry with the intention of helping other groovy mineral enthusiasts connect better with themselves and the world around them. As stated on her website, each piece is a reminder/token for the […]
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True Nature talks grief with Pathfinders and local authors on March 15
Staff report “Grief is an essential part of the human experience, but one that’s too often hidden or buried rather than processed and healed,” a recent press release began. As such, True Nature Healing Arts is hosting a workshop from 4 to 6pm on March 15 for those seeking healing. The $28 ticket includes sound […]
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Radon risks in Garfield County: Over 44% of homes tested exceed safe levels
Daniel PachecoCU Cancer Center Did you know radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers? For smokers, the risk is even higher. You can’t see, smell or taste it, but radon can harm your health. Radon is a gas found in soil that moves into the air through cracks in home foundations […]
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A fresh take on fashion
The Carbondale Arts Fashion Show (no longer “Green is the New Black”) returns this weekend with “Camera Obscura,” a nod to film noir exploring themes of secrecy, desire and dreams “in a world of murder and mayhem.” Laura Stover, responsible for making it a multimedia show, enlisted filmmaker Ashley Mosher to capture sequences of local […]
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Obituary: John Edward Collins
May 19, 1928 – February 25, 2025 On Feb. 25, U.S. Air Force Major (retired) John Edward “Ed” Collins departed this world for the next, peacefully and in his sleep, at home in Colorado Springs. He was attended by Marilyn Collins, his beloved wife of 38 years. He flew west on his own terms and […]
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Obituary: Terry Swanton
September 9, 1941 – February 25, 2025 Terry was full of life and lived every bit of it. He was a military brat, living in Germany when he graduated high school and joined the Army. He served in the 82nd Airborne and Special Forces. In 1962, Terry and some Army buddies moved to Aspen to […]
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Yesenia Silva Estrada shares how her roots fuel a passion to help community
This story originated from Sol del Valle and has been translated and edited for English readers. Yesenia Silva Estrada is a prominent member of the Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley communities. She recently took on the title of vice president of planning and chief of staff at Colorado Mountain College. In this role, she […]
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Trustees go ahead with Complete Streets policy and OpenGov software
Tuesday’s regular meeting, Feb. 25, was relatively short with only two action items and no public comments. All trustees were present. A Carbondale Police Department ceremony honoring the promotion of Paul Lazo to patrol sergeant was postponed due to illness. The consent agenda consisted of a special event permit for the Carbondale Arts Fashion Show, […]
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Tamara de Lempicka: Diamond bracelets and resilience
The late art deco icon Tamara de Lempicka’s life has long been shrouded in mystery. When describing her — a Polish, Jewish, bisexual, self-made and sought-after painter — one of her quotes comes to mind: “I live on the fringe of society, and rules of normal society have no currency for those who live on […]