For nearly 15 years, Bonfire Coffee has stood as a place to gather on the north side of Main Street in Carbondale. The cafe has become a community treasure for its message board packed with event posters and social opportunities, for exhibiting local art on the walls and, most of all, for its delectable coffee. […]
James Steindler
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Scuttlebutt
Electric mountain bikingThe Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a proposal to allow Class 1 e-bikes on all currently designated mechanized mountain bike trails within the Colorado River Valley Field Office boundary. Approval would affect more than 220 miles of trail in Eagle, Garfield and Pitkin counties. “Class 1 e-bikes have a […]
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We’re here to listen
In the not-so-distant past, people have talked about how living in the Roaring Fork Valley is like being in a bubble, protecting us from the contention of what lies beyond. And, in this idealistic mountain town, with its vibrant, connected and whimsical community, there is good reason to be grateful for the comparable security it […]
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WSVC advances tiny house project for homeless veterans
The Western Slope Veterans Coalition (WSVC) is pressing forward with an ambitious project to construct a tiny home community for homeless veterans in Silt.WSVC board members Jeremie Oates, president; John Pettit, treasurer; and John Beckius, marketing committee member, welcomed The Sopris Sun to share their insights on the tiny house project. The project strives to […]
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GarCo commissioners opt in on Prop 123
Garfield County Assessor Jim Yellico introduced the first topic of note at Monday’s board meeting. In May, oil and gas operator Caerus Piceance, LLC filed a “Petition for Refund of Omitted Taxes Assessed for Tax Year 2018 (Production Year 2017).” This followed a 2023 county audit that identified an omitted production value, on which Caerus […]
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Athletes shine at Special Olympics Winter Games
Athletes from the Western Slope recently showcased their talents at the annual Special Olympics Colorado’s (SOC) Western Region Winter Games, with alpine events on Feb. 10 at Sunlight Mountain Resort and Nordic events on Feb. 11 at Argonaut Farms. The games drew close to 150 athletes and 50 coaches, along with countless volunteers. Spectators took […]
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Dry January retrospective
When I write a column, I like to write something that people can relate to. Generally, it’s about working on myself. This time, I’m reflecting on “Dry January.” That’s right, I’d be collecting a one-month chip had I gone to a meeting. I’ve been mulling this one over. How does not drinking alcohol make […]
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The Sun y El Sol se ponen artísticos con Aspen Chapel Gallery
Traducción por Dolores Duarte Nota del editor: Un porcentaje de los ingresos de la bienal de arte Four Rivers se destinará a The Sopris Sun. Este es un llamado a los artistas para presentar sus obras y ser incluidas en la exposición de arte de la Bienal Four Rivers en febrero en Aspen Chapel Gallery […]
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Colorado Extreme da un ejemplo sobresaliente de diversidad, equidad e inclusión
Traducción por Dolores Duarte Colorado Extreme, un programa de hockey juvenil, ha tomado por asalto el centro del valle (y más allá), superando las expectativas dentro y fuera del hielo. En concreto, la falta de diversidad en el hockey es un tema que ha ido filtrándose en todo el país, hasta llegar a la Liga […]
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Carlos Loya Rico: El hombre detrás del árbol de navidad
Traducción por Dolores Duarte Carlos Loya Rico es el encargado de la cuadrilla de calles del Departamento de obras públicas de Carbondale. Conversó con The Sopris Sun para compartir con los lectores un poco sobre su historia personal. La entrevista fue editada para mejorar la claridad y espacio. Cuéntame cómo llegaste al valle. Mi primer […]