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Breckenridge Considers Moratorium on New Out-of-Town Water Hookups
A formal resolution for a one-year pause on new out-of-town water hookups will be presented to the Breckenridge Town Council in the coming weeks, potentially halting development plans for some propert
High Country Baking Shares Viral Strawberry Brownie Torte Recipe
Last Tuesday, the small town of Willow Creek ran out of fresh strawberries by noon.
Analyzing Last Week's Global Economic and Geopolitical Shifts
Last week, a major tech company's AI division alone drove earnings that surpassed expectations, even as global food prices continued to climb due to extreme weather and supply chain disruptions.
Vail Resorts CEO Explores Cloud Seeding With OpenSnow Founder
This season, the Rockies faced hundred-year record-low snowfall.
CDOT announces I-70 Exit 203 overhaul near Dillon Dam
Frisco's I-70 Exit 203, a notorious bottleneck, is set to undergo an 18-month, $27.
Colorado schools ban cell phones ahead of 2026 state deadline
Colorado school districts are implementing stricter cell phone policies by July 1, 2024, nearly two years ahead of the state's official deadline for policy publication, according to Summitdaily .
Wilderness Rules and Regulations Explained
On September 3, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Wilderness Act, protecting millions of acres of American land. This article explains the rules and regulations governing these protected wilderness areas.
Colorado Monsoon Season Rainfall Predictions Rise With El Niño
Fort Collins has already received 3.
Summit Cove Elementary principal resigns suddenly
Principal Julie Johnson of Summit Cove Elementary School will not return for the remainder of the current school year or the entire 2026-27 academic year, with her departure effective immediately.
Colorado wolf activity expands into central mountains
Colorado has paid over $1.
Colorado Governor Signs Bill to Connect Housing and Transit
Colorado's mountain towns could see up to $75 million annually in state sales tax revenue directed towards transit infrastructure, thanks to a new law signed by Governor Jared Polis.
Maroon Peak: Fatal 1000-foot fall, one climber survives
After a grueling 20-hour ascent on Maroon Peak in 2026, three climbers began to fall without warning.
School board denies charter school transfer request
In a move signaling a clear direction for local education, the Summit School District Board of Education voted to close Breckenridge Elementary by the 2027-2028 school year and denied a charter school's request to transfer its authority.
Army veteran's bike ride celebrates life and resilience
Army veteran James Bauer has already cycled over 800 miles this year, all in preparation for a single 250-mile leg of the Wounded Warrior Soldier Ride 250.
Trump admin releases $40M for Colorado River water rights
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has released $40 million to the Colorado River District, pushing the total raised to $97 million for the $99 million purchase of critical water rights for the Shoshone H
Countywide Town Cleanup Day Faces Hard-to-Recycle Event Challenges
This Saturday, May 30, 2026, Summit County residents can drop off electronics and hazardous waste, but only if they have secured one of the limited reservation slots for the annual Hard to Recycle eve
Dillon Keystone Police Investigate Bar Shooting, Suspect Charged
Ernesto Comacho was found hiding inside a pickup truck around 1:15 p.
Theaters Slash Ticket Prices Amid Economic Downturn
The average Broadway ticket price fell by 15% in Q4 2023 compared to Q4 2022, according to a Broadway League Report, a stark reversal for an industry often seen as a luxury.
Memorial Day Weekend: Colorado Trails See Patchy Access, New Snow
More than a foot of new snow was reported at Rainbow Curve along Trail Ridge Road just days before Memorial Day, challenging expectations of widespread early access this season, according to CBS...
High altitude coffee roasting: lower boiling points impact flavor
At 5,000 feet above sea level, water boils about 12°C cooler.
Colorado mountain towns face winter weather for Memorial Day weekend
Over a foot of new snow blanketed Rainbow Curve along Trail Ridge Road on Tuesday morning, forcing the closure of a key route just days before the Memorial Day weekend.
Four Western States Launch Geothermal Energy Production Partnership
Four Western states—Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico—have formed the Mountain West Geothermal Consortium.
Legislators restrict 2026 ballot initiative process
In Ohio, a new law now demands a 60% supermajority for citizen-proposed constitutional amendments.
House Speaker Weighs Public Opinion Amid 2026 Election Fears
Just last week, the House Speaker delayed a critical budget vote by 48 hours after internal polling showed a 15-point drop in public approval for the initial proposal, according to a Congressional Aid
Colorado lawmakers approve new funding for wildlife crossings
Colorado's wolf reintroduction program faces a critical funding hurdle after the 2026 legislative session.
Summit County's EV Driving Challenges
A recent survey found that 30% of electric vehicle (EV) drivers visiting Summit County in winter reported significant range anxiety or nearly running out of charge due to unexpected battery drain.
Silverthorne park safety concerns rise with moose carcass removal delays
For weeks, a dead moose carcass has decomposed near Silverthorne's North Pond Park.
Bureau of Land Management director faces public land sales concerns
In 2012, Steve Pearce, now the confirmed director of the Bureau of Land Management, wrote that the federal government owns 650 million acres of land and 'most of it we do not even need,' a statement r
Silverthorne Urges Residents to Conserve Water Under Phase 1 Measures
Starting May 1, 2026, residents in the Willow Brook Metropolitan District were banned from watering lawns, washing cars, or even filling hot tubs with district water.
Monaco Views Set the Scene at Luxury Unique Places’ White Crest Villa in Beausoleil
For discerning travelers seeking the pinnacle of European luxury, Luxury Unique Places offers an exclusive portfolio of boutique accommodations, with its White Crest Villa in Beausoleil representing a premier choice. Thi…