Browns Canyon Listening Session Draws Unanimous Support in Golden(0)
A veritable A-list of environmental organizations, raft outfitters and a trickle of private citizens voiced unanimous support for National Monument and Wildnerness designation for Browns Canyon at a listening session hosted by US Sen. Mark Udall at American Mountaineering Center in Golden this weekend. While audience support was unanimous, Udall took note of the comments [...]
Four persons arrested after standoff with deputies(0)
At about 5:30pm Christmas Eve, State Patrol Trooper Kris Galyean noticed a car parked off US Hwy 285 near County Road 200, Marshal Pass Road. Trooper Galvean learned the car had been reported stolen from Tucson and was associated with a 16-year-old female runaway.
Smoke from East Coal Creek Fire still visible in valley(0)
The East Coal Creek Fire, located approximately 17 miles west of Gunnison, is burning in the West Elk Wilderness on National Forest System lands.
Colorado wildfires(2)
Here are a couple news links, please add info or links in the comments section as you come across information.
VA Announces Contract for New Denver VA Medical Center(0)
The Department of Veterans Affairs has awarded a $580.2 million construction contract to build the Denver VA Medical Center (VAMC) replacement facility on the same campus as the University of Colorado Hospital complex in Aurora, site of the former Fitzsimons Army Medical Center.
The impending collapse of the US Postal Service(3)
Delivery of first-class mail is falling at a staggering rate. Facing insolvency, can the USPS reinvent itself like European services have—or will it implode?
A message from the Secretary of Veterans Affairs(0)
Today, we pay homage to those who placed themselves on the Altar of Freedom for love of country. Memorial Day is a time for remembrance, reflection, and respect—for honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to the Nation.
Odd Fellows – Not So Odd Anymore(6)
Is it the end for fraternal organizations in mountain towns, or just the chance to reinvent themselves?
Salida – One of America’s Coolest Small Towns? Vote now(2)
Salida is among just 20 finalists in Budget Travel Magazine’s contest to determine America’s Coolest Small Towns. The final selection is being determined right now by way of online voting.
Local pro mountain biker Mick Hannah demonstrating why he gets paid to ride a bike(3)
Check out this video shot by Sam Bricker
Documentary film team offers free screening initiative in honor of Superfund anniversary(1)
For the week spanning December 6 and December 12, 2010, the TAR CREEK team will offer any grassroots, non-profit, community, or educational organization wishing to host a local film screening and discussion about the Superfund program a free TAR CREEK DVD and screening kit
International bike racing comes to Salida!(8)
The Quiznos Pro Challenge is now expected to become one of the most significant international pro-cycling events worldwide. The international spotlight that will shine on Salida, Aug. 23 is expected to deliver a major economic boost for the community.
Municipal Elections Focus on Local Control and Public Investments(0)
Tuesday’s elections statewide featured a potpourri of questions for municipal voters.
Medical forms will streamline veterans’ claims process(0)
For Veterans who receive their care from private physicians, VA has placed the disability benefits questionnaires on its internet site with instructions for physicians to submit examination results on Veterans’ behalf.
Colorado named finalist for round 2 “Race To The Top” grants(0)
Colorado’s application represents 112 school districts, the Charter School Institute and the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind. In all, the application covers 740,000 students (90 percent) in the state.
VA makes filing claims easier and faster for veterans(0)
Simpler forms and new program reduce paperwork and speed process
Small businesses are ‘backbone of the economy’(0)
June 10 is Small Business Day, and Marilyn Laverty, director of the Small Business Development Center, says “Its small businesses are holding on, committed to keeping their employees and cutting costs to the bone to get through this economic downturn.”
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