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Housing matters: APCHA on path of protection and sustainability
As the oldest and largest housing agency in Colorado, the Aspen-Pitkin County Housing Authority recognizes that the 1,734 ownership deed-restricted units in the inventory are aging and most likely need capital repairs. APCHA is making great strides to protect the sustainability of the housing program and its inventory. Rightly so,...
ASD board rethinking bond number
In April, sentiment behind a new bond question was strong for the Aspen School District Board of Education. Now, after a vote on authorization to pursue a bond was punted during two board meetings, the support for an issuance is there, but doubts have been raised about the figure. As...
Ceramicist Alleghany Meadows sees utilitarian pottery as a vessel for creative expression
At his Carbondale studio filled with ceramics, artist Alleghany Meadows makes utilitarian items inspired by the natural world. Sets of dishes nest together in the shape of a flower, while the ridges of mugs and bowls evoke the walls of a deep river canyon. “I continue to dive deeper and...
Tuesday, May 14, 2024
Evening host Hattison Rensberry brings listeners Tuesday's news including a bill to reintroduce the American wolverine and the appearance of a world-famous conservationist in Carbondale, Colorado. Hattison Rensberry has a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design and Drawing, but has worked for newsrooms in various capacities since 2019.<br/>She also provides Editorial...
Stevens: Active campaigns try to sway Basalt voters
Basalt voters: Much of the discussion around the Midland Avenue improvements and the coming election has centered around the issues of budget and parking. The ballot language and the nature of a negative vote meaning the project will go forward and a “Yes” vote is going to stop the project adds to the confusion.
Light: Vote ‘No’ on Basalt’s ballot issue
I am writing to urge the voters of Basalt to vote “No” on Ballot issue 1. Since voter turnout will be critical, please mail your ballot before May 21. I support the town’s elected leaders, volunteers on the Planning Commission, and professional staff. They have selected highly-regarded designers, listened to the citizens’ ideas and critiques, and evaluated the many benefits to all Basalt residents and visitors as well as the capital investment. This is a unique opportunity to preserve the vitality of our historic downtown while updating the 100-plus-year-old railroad and later auto-dominated street with much more fun pedestrian and outdoor spaces.
Aspen is Turning Into Alcatraz
Recently, AHS has been making some shocking changes surrounding the wellbeing of the community. With the potential ban of cell phones on campus, alarms and lockings of doors, and enforcing student use of school-provided Chromebooks starting the 24-25 school year, AHS is seemingly turning into Alcatraz. Alcatraz was one of...
Renowned 'Planetwalker' Visits Five Point Film Festival
Throughout his time on the road and in institutions of higher education, Dr. Francis says that his mission of conservation and preservation of the natural world has evolved into a message that is greater and all encompassing, kindness. "If we could practice kindness Um, we learn and, and just open...
Valley View set to host annual Kids Safety Fair on May 18
Valley View will be holding its annual Kids Safety Fair on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. The safety fair is put together as part of Valley View’s ongoing efforts and commitment to keep the community safe. Families are invited to attend this free event featuring fire...
Monks from India’s Gaden Shartse Monastery return to Carbondale for Compassion Week
Monks from the famed Gaden Shartse Monastery in India will be making a return to the Roaring Fork Valley from May 13-19 for a week of family-friendly “compassionate activities,” according to a news release from the Way of Compassion Dharma Center in Carbondale. The Way of Compassion Dharma...
CMC - What You May Not Know | Steve Skadron
On this month's episode of CMC - What You May Not Know, hosts Christie and Heather interview Steven Skadron, VP & Campus Dean of CMC Carbondale & Aspen. Steve offers updates on CMC’s exciting new community kitchen, jewelry lab and what’s next for CMC.
This I Remember | Jack Snobble
Jack Snobble was a teacher at Colorado Rocky Mountain School starting in 1954, and a professor at the brand-new Colorado Mountain College starting in 1967, and he lived at the mouth of the Crystal River on a very precious wetland. You can hear his environmental activism in Part One of This I Remember.
Glenwood Springs boys swimming secures fourth place at state championships
The Glenwood Springs High School boys swim team capped their 2024 season with a fourth-place finish at the Colorado 4A Boys State Swimming and Diving Championships this past weekend. This achievement followed their fourth consecutive Western Slope League Conference Championship earlier in the year. Held at the Veterans Memorial Aquatic...
Tuesday, May 13, 2024
Evening host Lily Jones brings listeners Tuesday's news including: Medicaid coverage renewals, and a first-of-its-kind study on how evaporating snow can be used in cities. Lily Jones is a recent graduate of Mississippi State University, with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and a concentration in Broadcasting and Digital Journalism. At WMSV, MSU's college radio station, Jones served as the Public Affairs and Social Media Coordinator. In her spare time Lily likes to go to the gym and watercolor.<br/>
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