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, “I want people to feel less embattled.”
Kane has a long history of government… read more →
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 the Fox Squirrel.
Forest Service Biologist Phil Nyland describes a familiar scene… read more →
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 May 6, the Roaring Fork School District Board of Education expressed support for the “pomp and… read more →
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 have been transformed and these altered ones will likely have an impact on overall mental health for some… read more →
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, there is a push to halt evictions for a period of time that’s end is elusive. Here’s how… read more →
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 marketing strategies to meet today’s challenges. Take vegetarian restaurant The Carbondale Beat, for example. Co-owners Lucy… read more →
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 kitchen cabinets.
Don’t discard these items. Instead, bring them to LIFT-UP along with any other non-perishable… read more →
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 board of directors roughly eight months ago and shortly thereafter assumed the role as its chair.… read more →
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 paper crafts for the whole family?
From origami to papier-mâché, paper crafts have been captivating home… read more →
Yes, you can still go to the theatre, but not quite in the format you’re used to. Bonedale is now primarily a virtual world as the COVID-19 crisis continues.
Having in-home internet access solves a number of entertainment problems, but not all. For theatre goers, online… read more →
