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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.
Colorado Governor Primary Poll: Weiser Leads Bennet by 7 Points
Just weeks after U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet held a six-point lead, a new Coloradoan poll shows Phil Weiser now ahead 41% to 34% in the Colorado Democratic gubernatorial primary. This direct reversal mar
Summit County Enforces Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, Banning Open Fires
If Stage 2 fire restrictions are implemented in Summit County starting June 26, even using a charcoal grill or chainsaw will be illegal.
Silverthorne Creative District Announces Summer Events 2026 Lineup
Beneath the rumble of Interstate 70 in Silverthorne, a new moose-themed mural by Natalie Wurmel now greets passersby, kicking off a summer brimming with unexpected art.
PNC completes smooth FirstBank customer conversion
On Monday, June 22, PNC Bank successfully integrated 780,000 FirstBank customers, 1,620 employees, and 95 branches, marking a significant expansion into Colorado and Arizona.
Breckenridge Backstage Theatre Names John O'Connor Director of Production
Just as the curtain prepares to rise on its summer season, the Breckenridge Backstage Theatre has appointed Breckenridge native John O'Connor as its new director of production, according to SummitDail
Trump tax cuts reduce Colorado budget by $1 billion
Colorado's state budget lost $1 billion last fiscal year, a direct result of the Trump tax cut law, according to Steamboatpilot .
Breckenridge Old Masonic Hall hosts diverse, inclusive performances
Breck Create's programming touched almost 36,000 lives in 2024, demonstrating significant reach for a local arts organization.
Gold Hill Trail Closes Monday for Urgent Erosion Repairs
Starting Monday, June 22, the popular 1.
Frisco roadwork schedule and impact: Major overhaul begins
Frisco is embarking on a $60 million-plus road construction spree, with one major project alone, the FM 1515 widening, not expected to complete utility relocations until March 2027.
Colorado Mountain Destinations Enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
The Spring Creek Fire in the White River National Forest has burned nearly 20 acres and is about 20% contained, signaling an aggressive start to Colorado's wildfire season.
Dillon to implement new reservation system for recreation facilities
Starting in summer 2027, a spontaneous game of tennis or a picnic at Dillon's Town Park will no longer be possible without a reservation and a nominal fee, according to SummitDaily .
Opposition Letter Targets Proposed TABOR Adjustments
A Colorado ballot measure, framed as a modest tax adjustment, could funnel billions of dollars yearly into state coffers, according to an opposition letter cited in SummitDaily .
Summit High School students attend International Thespian Festival
Summit High School senior Satori Adnan isn't just heading to the International Thespian Festival; she's also set to pursue a musical theatre degree at the University of Hartford this fall.
Frisco begins major I-70 Exit 203 bridge work in April 2026
A sanitation line issue has delayed the reopening of a northbound Colorado Highway 9 turn lane at Frisco's Exit 203 interchange, creating immediate traffic headaches even before the area's $27.
Lenfest Institute Funds Local News Initiatives Supporting Communities
In Berkeley, California, over 400 residents invested at least $1,000 each to keep their local digital news site, Berkeleyside, alive through a direct public offering.
Breckenridge hosts vibrant Pride month events and march
RuPaul's Drag Race alums Coco Montrese (as Janet Jackson) and Jade Jolie (as Taylor Swift) performed at Breckenridge's 10-Mile Pride celebration, showcasing an entertainment caliber rarely seen at loc
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Kills Uncollared Wolf Linked to Sheep Attacks
Colorado has already approved over $1.
Western US Faces Travel Paradox Amid Late Snowfall Accumulation Forecast
The Beartooth Highway, a major mountain pass between Montana and Wyoming, closed Wednesday due to several inches of overnight snow and extreme weather, defying typical late-season expectations, accord
Summit County firefighters train on wildfire defense, urge homeowner mitigation
In Silverthorne's Hamilton Creek neighborhood this week, Summit County firefighters conducted a training exercise to evaluate, house by house, which homes they could realistically defend during a wild
Northern Water's $2.7B Project Faces Participant Withdrawals and Rising Costs
The town of Erie voted 4-2 to commit $2.
Colorado drought emergency strains Western Slope communities and industries.
Colorado's 2026 snowpack peaked unusually early in March at just 51% of its typical level, according to The Center Square .
Summit County to Enact Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Amid High Danger
Starting Saturday, June 6, every spark and flame in unincorporated Summit County will be under scrutiny.
Summit School District votes to keep charter school oversight
Despite interest from over 100 families for a new charter school, the Summit School District Board of Education voted 5-1 to deny High Rockies Community School state oversight in 2026, effectively blo
New Mexico Court Vacates June 22, 2026 Trial for Team Summit Coach
A New Mexico court has vacated the June 22, 2026 trial date for the sexual assault case involving former Team Summit coach Jared Hedges, marking another procedural twist in a case already fraught with rever
Colorado Republican candidates propose solutions for urban rural divide
Republican candidate Victor Marx aims to dramatically accelerate housing development across Colorado by mandating that all project permits be approved or denied within a strict 120-day window.
Silverthorne seeks paddle donations for new public art project
The town of Silverthorne is asking its residents to rummage through their garages for an unusual donation: old paddles, destined for a permanent public art installation.
Silverthorne awards $40,000 in business improvement grants
Silverthorne's Town Council recently approved $40,000 in business improvement grants, a mere 7% of the nearly $600,000 available in the program's total fund, according to Summit Daily and Summit Count
Mama bear breaks car windows, steals backpacks at campsite
Near Breckenridge, a mother bear did not just raid a cooler; she deliberately smashed a car's rear windows to retrieve two backpacks at a campsite on Boreas Pass Road, according to SummitDaily .