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Democrats are rallying around Harris
WASHINGTON — Democrats quickly rallied around Vice President Kamala Harris as their likely presidential nominee Sunday after President Joe Biden ‘s ground-shaking decision to bow out of the 2024 race. But the fast-moving political situation remained volatile just months before the November election. Shortly after Biden stepped aside...
Young composers write songs for Bravo! Vail musicians
With the help of Bravo! Vail musicians, kids got to learn how to write their own music during the Very Young Composers Program, and the songs will be played live for the public July 23-24. The students range in age from 8 to 15 in this summer’s program and met...
Time Machine: 80 years ago, missing B-26 bomber found in Flat Tops
A flash flood washed away a small bridge in Gypsum and caused mudslides in other parts of Eagle County, the Vail Trail reported. “Though no one was injured, several homeowners said the high water spread over their lawns and seeped into basements, causing some damages,” the Trail reported. “At least two retaining walls near homes were washed away in the brief downpour. High water on Gypsum Creek also threatened to destroy a number of other bridges in town. Residents said a surge of water rose to a level even with the top of many bridges, and even lapped against the large Eagle Street bridge, but damaged only two bridges in town.”
New road site construction underway on Village at Avon property
There’s a lot of earth being moved on the Village at Avon property, located between East Beaver Creek Boulevard and Interstate 70 exits 167 and 168. The plan for the area includes an influx of more residential units to complement the Piedmont apartment complex on the east end of the property, but before that can be realized, the property must include a new road on the north end of the valley floor.
Jaap van Zweden’s gives final performances with the New York Philharmonic at Bravo! Vail
Jaap van Zweden’s pandemic-interrupted tenure with the New York Philharmonic came to a close at Bravo! Vail over the weekend. The disciplinarian Dutch conductor, who was hired in 2018 after his intense style revived the Dallas Symphony, looked right at home in Vail on Friday night. “He has brought...
Drug task force seizes over 23 pounds of cocaine on I-70 near Gypsum
The Gore Range Narcotic Interdiction Team seized over 23 pounds of cocaine in a traffic stop on Wednesday, July 17, on Interstate 70 near Gypsum. The multi-jurisdictional drug task force contacted the vehicle around 8 p.m., according to a Facebook post from Eagle County Sheriff’s Office. A K-9 was deployed and had a positive alert, prompting a search of the vehicle.
Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race, endorses Harris
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election. The decision comes after escalating...
Trail of the Week: Day Trip to Piney River Ranch
Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared in Vail Valley Bike, Hike and Outdoor Adventures Magazine. Piney River Ranch is a spectacular 40-acre mountain ranch set on the edge of Piney Lake and at the foot of the Gore Range, just 12 miles outside of Vail. It is best experienced over the course of a full day, with so much to do – and see.
Ray Harrington to headline Vail Comedy Show
Vail Comedy Show is flying in international comedian Ray Harrington for shows on Wednesday, July 24 at Second Street Collective in Eagle and on Thursday, July 25 at Gambit at The Sebastian Hotel in Vail. Ray Harrington has been on “Conan” and is part of the “Funbearable” podcast. Comedian Kimbles Hume will return to Vail Valley from San Diego for the shows, which will be hosted by Mark Masters. Tickets for all shows are available at VailComedyShow.com. Harrington answered these questions in advance of his visit.
Norton: Cultivating gratitude in every pursuit
In a world obsessed with instant gratification and quick wins, conviction and commitment often seem like relics from a bygone era. However, it’s precisely these qualities that can transform our relationship with our careers, vocations, hobbies and pursuits, fostering a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation. Conviction and commitment...
8 facts about Colorado Olympians to wow your friends when Games start
The 2024 Olympic Games kick off in Paris in just a few short days, and, as usual, Colorado will be well represented. Colorado will have more athletes in these Games than 168 entire nations sent to the last Summer Olympics. We’ll have more athletes than states with twice — even three times! — as many people. We’ll have more athletes competing just in track and field than Nebraska and Kansas combined are sending. (Ha Ha!)
Obituary: Diane Christine Awe
Diane Christine Awe, 66, has recently passed away at her brother’s home in Greendale, Wisconsin. Diane lived in the Vail Valley for over 40 years, and she was well known at the Eagle Diner, where she was employed for many years. Diane was a beloved person with a huge...
Mikaela Shiffrin no longer Competitor of the Year recipient by Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame, River Radamus awarded
When the Colorado Snowsports Hall of Fame honors its annual award recipients in Vail in September, it will be the first year that Mikaela Shiffrin is not eligible to receive the Competitor of the Year award. Instead, the award is now named after Shiffrin, a change approved by Shiffrin which...
Vail Recreation District’s 10k and 5k at 10,000 feet sees near-record turnout
There was near-record turnout for the Vail Recreation District’s ’10k and 5k at 10,000 feet’ trail run race on Saturday. The town series race had 340 finishers — just two shy of the event’s record, said Beth Pappas, the recreation district’s sports event and partnership director.
The AIM Gallery in Vail to host exclusive wine event
The AIM Gallery will present an exclusive and intimate event Thursday, July 25 from 4-6 p.m. featuring a unique blend of fine wine, insightful talks and exceptional art. This exclusive event will provide guests with an extraordinary experience, combining the best of oenology, motivational speaking and fine art. Larissa Wild...
Gypsum’s Calvary Christian Fellowship joins Mountain Life Calvary Chapel in Edwards
Mountain Life Calvary Chapel has welcomed Calvary Christian Fellowship into its family of churches. With the joining of the two churches, Calvary Christian Fellowship’s Gypsum location became the fourth campus location for the multi-site church. Led by Pastor Nate Morris, Mountain Life hosts its central, or “broadcast” worship gatherings...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife updates rules to allow ranchers to kill wolves that are attacking ‘working dogs’
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has updated its rules to allow ranchers to kill wolves that are actively attacking “working dogs.”. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service late last year finalized a document, known as the 10(j) rule, that outlined when wolves could be killed in Colorado, and paved the way for the species to be reintroduced in the state.
Edwards will have 2 new roundabouts by fall
In Edwards, as traffic increases and safety concerns persist along Highway 6, there are two ongoing projects to bring new roundabouts to the corridor by this fall. One will be located at the main entrance to the Arrowhead neighborhood, with another farther west down the roadway at Hillcrest Drive. A...
New York Philharmonic String Quartet perform with Anne-Marie McDermott in Beaver Creek as part of Bravo! Vail Music Festival
As part of Bravo! Vail’s ongoing classical music series this summer, the New York Philharmonic String Quartet will perform a special concert, with the festival’s artistic director Anne-Marie McDermott on piano, at Vilar Performing Arts Center Monday. Having performed together for years as principle players in New York...
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