Independence Day, 2026 Fifty years ago, I remember feeling excitement about America’s bicentennial. Although we had recently watched a president resign over corruption (minor compared to today’s standards, as even Vice President Vance admits!), Americans were generally proud and supportive of each other and our nation. That feeling is missing today, as we have competing […]
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Letters – June 25, 2025
CORRECTION: The June 17 article, “Two more wolves die in western Colorado” misstated that the breeding male wolf of the King Mountain Pack died during a re-collaring operation in 2024. The wolf died during a re-collaring operation in early 2026. Weiser for Gov.As a local elected official working on solutions to affordable housing, climate, transportation, […]
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Letters – June 18, 2026
Water awareAh, the Annual Water Quality Report, so important to know that our water is cared for. I trust our water awareness is maturing. I greatly appreciate that only naturally occurring fluoride is in Carbondale’s water, which gives me the option to use in my dental care. We are water aware. Richard VotteroCarbondale Wise words […]
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Letters – June 11, 2026
CorrectionS: Standard Solar is headquartered in Maryland, not Massachusetts, as described in the “State of renewables, part one” article in last week’s paper. Wild Flight’s song “Home is Just a Memory” was incorrectly labeled “Home Assisted Memory” in last week’s article “Wild Flight to see ‘full circle’ performance at Crystal Theatre.” Art Around TownOn behalf […]
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Letters – June 4, 2026
Support Cavern SpringsAs faith leaders, we ask your support for Cavern Springs mobile home park’s effort to become resident-owned and save their homes from a corporate buyout.For decades, hundreds of residents have called Cavern Springs home. These workers make the Roaring Fork Valley tick. Their park, 98 units adjacent to Glenwood Springs, is for sale […]
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Letters – May 28, 2026
Correction: Near New sales are reportedly down an average of $200 to $300 per day from last year, not per week as stated in last week’s article. GenderingLast week, you wrote an article about the Bonedale skatepark where you interviewed my brother, Zeb Burger. My family loved the article and everyone is excited about the […]
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Letters – May 21, 2026
453 years of serviceWe would like to thank the RE-1 School District for the beautiful retirement celebration honoring employees who have dedicated their lives to the children and families of this community. The evening was heartfelt and deeply moving, filled with stories that reminded all of us what makes a school district truly special. From […]
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Letters – May 14, 2026
A love letterThere are so many reasons to love you, Carbondale, and I am not sure we say it enough. I recently had hip surgery and as I have crutched around town, rehabbing and slowly testing my limits, I have heard your support. People in cars and bikes shout words of encouragement as they go […]
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Letters – May 7, 2026
5-Point award — there’s moreWe accidentally missed an award in our first email and want to be sure we celebrate “Arctic Alchemy” for winning the Hayden Kennedy Award. This award represents the best of human endeavor to better understand and experience our world. Team 5PointNewsletter excerpt THANK YOU for your teachingWhen a member of our […]
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Letters – April 30, 2026
Spring challengeCarbondale’s Bike, Pedestrian & Trails Commission and CLEER invite you to join the Carbondale Cares Spring Challenge. Walk, bike, bus or carpool and earn entries in multiple prize drawings. The challenge runs from May 1 through June 15. It’s good for you and great for Carbondale! Simply download the Two Rivers Connect app and […]