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Legislators aimed to help Western Slope liquor stores reporting struggles, but their efforts failed. Now what?
A proposed bill that struggling liquor stores across the Western Slope saw as a lifeline was gutted in a Senate committee on Tuesday, May 7. Many stores said they are now bracing themselves for what they anticipate will be a tough road ahead. According to the proponents, House Bill 1373...
🚧 Update: Road Closure on County Road 2 South of Blue River at MP 76.5
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Heads up to all motorists in Summit County area: A road closure is in place on County Road 2, about 4 miles south of Blue River at Mile Point 76.5, due to a stalled vehicle. Travelers can expect delays and are advised to adhere to slower speeds for safety. Authorities are on the scene, and updates will follow as the situation progresses. Please plan your routes accordingly and allow extra time for travel in this region.
🚧 Traction Requirements Implemented on CO 9 in Summit County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Local transportation agencies have issued a traction advisory along CO 9 in Summit County, covering the area between Quandary Drive, approximately 1 mile south of Blue River, and US 285 in Fairplay, from Mile Point 80 to Mile Point 64.7. Effective immediately, all commercial motor vehicles, including buses and vans that can carry 16 or more passengers, are required to use chains or alternative traction devices. Motorists are also advised to maintain slower speeds due to potential road hazards. Compliance is essential for ensuring the safety of travelers along this stretch of CO 9. Motorists are encouraged to plan for additional travel time and to exercise caution.
🚧 Traction Law Update for I-70 Between Silverthorne and Loveland Pass
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Colorado. Attention drivers: a traction law is in effect for a significant stretch of Interstate 70. Specifically, the mandate applies from Exit 203 at CO 9 near East Frisco to Exit 216 by US 6 over Loveland Pass, impacting travel between Mile Point 205 and Mile Point 213. All commercial motor vehicles, including buses and vans capable of transporting 16 or more passengers, are required to use chains or approved alternative traction devices. This measure is crucial for safety due to current conditions. Additionally, reduced speeds are recommended for all motorists navigating this area. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor passing through, please prioritize safety and allot extra travel time.
Vail sets priorities to build a stronger community over next 5 years
Nearly five months after its newly elected council members were appointed, the Vail Town Council officially approved a strategic plan for the group last week. The plan, developed through significant strategic planning and with the help of a hired consultant, dictates a path forward for the town to address its top challenges from housing and workforce to transportation, economic vitality and more.
Letter: My condolences to Vail’s Art in Public Places
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the town of Vail’s Art in Public Places team. They have chosen to undertake a major endeavor: vetting the work and digital footprint of every potential artist in residence for a hint of political expression — even if that work does not relate to their installations intended for Vail. It’s no small task. Innumerable hours, and innumerable taxpayer dollars, it is now their duty to scour the social media, archive of interviews, and the artist’s catalog of work itself for any indication of partisanship.
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