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Fourth of July celebration kicks off Thursday in Glenwood Springs
The city of Glenwood Springs is gearing up for a grand Independence Day celebration at Two Rivers Park. The event, slated from 4:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday promises a fun-filled evening for all ages. Festival entry is free, and many of the amenities are complimentary. Given the expected turnout, attendees are encouraged...
Ruining south Glenwood Springs not a solution
“It is a delusion that government wastes vast amounts of money through inefficiency and sloth. Enormous effort and elaborate planning are required to waste this much money.” —P.J. O’Rourke. The Glenwood Springs City Council continues to waste your money on a fantasy bridge in South Glenwood Springs....
Glenwood Springs Summer of Music kicks off July 10 in Two Rivers Park
Six free Wednesday concerts slated for this summer. Summer in Glenwood Springs means enjoying the outdoors, grilling with friends, soaking in hot spring or two — and catching free music throughout the summer in Two Rivers Park. “The Summer of Music has been a centerpiece in Glenwood Springs for...
Glenwood Springs hosts information sessions for citizens
The City of Glenwood Springs is inviting residents to participate in their ‘Make It Make Sense” informational meetings to learn about the city’s infrastructure funds, and how and where funds are spent. There will be four meetings throughout July on the 3rd at Sopris Elementary, the 11th at Hotel Colorado, the 15th at the Community Center, and on the 23rd via Zoom and Facebook Live. Spanish translation services will be available and everyone is welcome.
Carbondale rodeo spokespersons ask for help in tackling parking woes
Every summer, the Carbondale Wild West Rodeo brings excitement to the Gus Darien Rodeo Fairgrounds, but the festivity comes with a challenge for nearby residents: rampant parking issues, particularly around Willow Lane. In response, rodeo officials urged county commissioners during Tuesday’s work session to promote the existing shuttle system and...
Sol del Valle relaunches with fanfare
The Glenwood Springs Library hosted a well-attended relaunch party for Sol del Valle on Saturday, June 29. Around 100 people stopped by with a photo booth, music by DJ TEAJ, activities for kids, nonprofits and businesses tabeling and delicious food provided by Frida’s, ProMex Bakery, Sabor de Mexico, Sal Mex Restaurant and Taquería El Yaqui. Colorado Mountain College graciously supported as an event sponsor.
Wednesday letters: Re-2 teacher kudos, Rio Grande cyclists, youth basketball, presidential debate
It’s been a few days since the district closing meeting and I would like to recognize a heartfelt congratulations on behalf of the board to the best of the best Garfield Re-2 teachers of the 23-24 Year. Here they are in the schools’ alphabetical order. Cactus Valley Elementary...
Garfield County fills Planning Commission seat
Two at-large seats still available on county’s Board of Adjustment. Garfield County has appointed Wes Miller to its Planning Commission for a term running through Dec. 31, 2025. Three candidates applied for the vacant associate seat, including Klayton Costanzo, Luke Gosda, and Miller. “We have three really good candidates,”...
Letter: Thanks for the support
The Western Slope Veterans Coalition would like to thank everyone who came out to participate in the fourth annual Veterans Golf Tournament. Thanks to the generous and selfless support of our sponsors, the players, volunteers and the many donations from across the business community, this year’s golf event helped to raise funds to provide much-needed assistance through our Veterans Emergency Fund.
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