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Letter: A wonderful way to give back
As a volunteer at our local food pantry, The Community Market, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible impact that volunteers can have on helping those in need in our community. The Community Market has locations in Gypsum and Edwards, and plays a vital role in providing nutritious groceries to families and individuals facing food insecurity, as well as reducing food waste by collecting rescued items from local grocery stores and composting.
Gypsum to update permitting of an old plan for I-70 airport interchange
Town of Gypsum officials are serious about reviving ideas for an interchange to link Interstate 70 to the Eagle County Regional Airport. The Gypsum Town Council recently authorized spending roughly $800,000 to update old permits for the project, but an interchange will require crossing the Eagle River and the Union Pacific railroad tracks. Right-of-way for the project still exists.
Eagle County School District accountability committee: Solutions needed for disruptive behaviors and staffing challenges
As the Eagle County School District prepares for its annual budgetary process, its board of education is considering new and creative ways to address persisting challenges like hiring, recruiting and student behavior. On Wednesday, April 10, the Board of Education heard recommendations from this year’s District Accountability and Advisory Committee....
Appreciating our valley’s volunteers: Bowen Seelig with Salvation Army Vail
Editor’s Note: The Vail Daily is recognizing the amazing volunteers in our valley during National Volunteer Appreciation Week. If you would like to get involved, seek out various volunteer opportunities in the Vail Daily GIVES magazine, which can be found on newsstands now. Q: What made you decide to...
Vail Valley first responders, ski patrollers face off to honor the legacy of Steve Zuckerman
On Wednesday, April 17, Vail Mountain Ski Patrol and Eagle County first responders took to the ice at Dobson Ice Arena, facing off for a good cause. Multiple local agencies — including fire, police and paramedic agencies — and community members joined together to raise money for the Steve Zuckerman Memorial Fund as part of the Eagle County Emergency Responders Fund.
Skiing in Summit, slacklining, comedy, dogs and more things to do in and around Vail this weekend
Just over Vail Pass you’ll find Copper Mountain, which announced it was extending its 2023-2024 season into May as long as conditions allow. If Copper Mountain is not on your pass, the resort is offering $99 lift tickets for the remainder of its season. Come party at the Sunsation...
Big weather changes moving in soon
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) — Starting on Thursday, temperatures are taking a dip and spring storms are moving in. High country areas can expect snow, especially through Rabbit Ears and Vail Pass. Locally, just rain showers will be seen through Saturday and Sunday.
Climate Action Collaborative: Local emissions rise 6 percent
The Climate Action Collaborative for Eagle County Communities and Eagle County have released the 2022 Eagle County Energy Inventory, which states that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions rose 6% in 2022 from the 2014 baseline. Communities across Eagle County have set a goal to reduce GHG emissions 50% by 2030 and 80% by 2050.
“Knowledge alone is really not enough:” Fostering ‘climate hope’ as a way toward climate action
As human interaction with our planet has evolved over time, so has the human emotional experience of living on Earth. Perhaps it’s no surprise that, as we become more aware of the climate crisis affecting the planet, our emotions tend toward cynicism and sadness. Charlotte Lin, the sustainability coordinator...
A Vacation Home in the Heart of Vail Valley
Homeowners Jessica and Martin Kristiseter wanted a vacation home within easy driving distance from their primary home in Denver. Their search led them to a traditional log home located on a golf course in the Cordillera Valley Club, near Edwards, Colorado, with views of the golf course and several mountain ranges. Recalls Jessica, “I didn’t know anything about the Cordillera Valley Club and was pleasantly surprised.”
Eagle County Commissioners pledge $2M for broad effort to help buy Shoshone water rights
The effort to raise the $98.5 million purchase price for the water rights for the Shoshone Power Plant in Glenwood Canyon has taken another step forward. The Eagle County Board of Commissioners Tuesday signed a commitment letter to provide $2 million to the deal to purchase the rights that currently power the aging hydroelectric power plant in the heart of Glenwood Canyon.
Will Eagle County be impacted by the potential closure of Grand Junction psychiatric hospital?
On Tuesday, April 16, leadership from Mind Springs Health announced that it might have to close the West Springs Hospital in Grand Junction after a challenging five years. John Sheehan, the president and chief executive officer of Mind Springs, cited significant financial and staffing challenges, increasing claim denials as well as “reputational concerns, intense regulatory scrutiny and the cost of unprecedented compliance activity” among the reasons for possible closure.
Vail Gymnastics athlete qualifies for Level 9 Western Championships
Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy’s first gymnast is now Vail Gymnastics first athlete to qualify for the USA Gymnastics Women’s Development Program Level 9 Western Championships. Ava Knight, a freshman at VSSA, notched a 9.1, 8.9, 9.3 and 9.125 on vault, bars, beam and floor, respectively at the...
West Mountain Regional Housing Coalition’s “Good Deeds” buydown program gains traction and dollars
The West Mountain Regional Housing Coalition is looking for at least $3 million for its “Good Deeds” buydown program, starting with its member local governments. The program aims to separate employment from affordable housing, increase home ownership opportunities, and increase affordable housing stock. It will provide buyers who work in Eagle, Pitkin, and Garfield counties with 30% of a home’s purchase price up front, in exchange for a permanent price-capped deed restriction. The buyer must live in the home as their primary residence.
Cut Meat and Seafood is opening second location in Eagle Ranch
Casey Glowacki won’t admit it, but he may have figured out the 26-hour day. Glowacki and his team already operate the Capitol Public House in Eagle Ranch, along with Wild Sage, across the street. He also owns the Drunken Goat and the Cut Meat and Seafood Market in Edwards.
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