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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 .
Summit High Tigers Hire New Football Coach
In a surprising twist for high school sports news, two distinct 'Summit High' schools, one in New Jersey and another in a mountain town, simultaneously announced new head football coaches this week.
Colorado Governor vetoes lawsuits bill, expands detention center oversight
Governor Jared Polis has vetoed 12 bills this year, a record for his tenure, including a key measure that would have allowed Coloradans to sue federal immigration officials, according to AspenTimes .
Summit School District eyes closing historic Breckenridge Elementary
Built in 1965, Breckenridge Elementary has received an 'F' for its facility conditions.
Colorado Governor Signs Bill Extending Health Insurance Subsidies
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed a bill injecting $140 million into health insurance subsidies, yet only 6,700 low-income immigrants will benefit from one key program, OmniSalud, for 2026, accordi
Blue River halts new short-term rental licenses amid compliance crisis
Blue River, Colorado, faces a crisis: nearly 10% more short-term rentals operate than are licensed, forcing an emergency moratorium on new and lapsed permits.
Western Colorado Democrats prioritize local issues
Republican incumbent Jeff Hurd, who previously voted for the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' that cut Medicaid and SNAP, now faces a dual challenge in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District.
I-70 Straight Creek Culvert Project: Expect Delays
Despite official assurances of 'minimal traffic impacts,' drivers on I-70 between Silverthorne and the Eisenhower Tunnel will face a 45-mile-per-hour speed limit and daily lane closures starting June
Breckenridge to Open New EV Fast-Charging Hub at South Gondola Lot
Breckenridge will dramatically boost its electric vehicle charging capacity with seven new public fast chargers at the South Gondola Lot, funded by an $818,000 state grant.
Colorado prepares astronauts for Artemis moon landing
In Colorado's rugged mountains, 25 astronauts have completed a specialized training course.
Pedestrian path links South Gondola Garage to Main Street
Towards the end of June, Breckenridge's Wellington Lot will fully close for new pedestrian path construction, permanently eliminating approximately 11 parking spaces, according to SummitDaily .
2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid: Price Confusion Clouds Launch
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade, a large SUV now offering a hybrid powertrain, faces over $12,000 in reported starting price differences across major automotive publications.
Summit School District support staff vote overwhelmingly to unionize
A staggering 97% of Summit School District's education support staff surveyed voted for union recognition, a powerful mandate for change.
Saved by the Wine Offers Daily Happy Hour Specials
Saved by the Wine, a local establishment committed to donating 2.
Dillon Memorial Day ceremony honors local heroes
At Dillon's Memorial Day ceremony, 102-year-old World War II and Korean War fighter pilot Stuart 'Boot' Gordon shared his reflections, bridging generations of service and sacrifice.
GoPro Mountain Games adds new Colorado events for 2026
Forget just human athletes: the 2026 GoPro Mountain Games are unleashing a wave of new dog-centric competitions, including the Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge, alongside a brand-new course fo
Pine beetles decimate 5,444 acres of Front Range ponderosa pines
In 2025, pine beetles chewed through 5,444 acres of ponderosa pine in Colorado's Front Range, a staggering 148% increase in activity from the previous year.
Rocky Mountain National Park faces spring snow delays on Trail Ridge Road
Despite an unusually warm March accelerating snowmelt across Colorado, a powerful early May storm dumped nearly 3 feet of snow around Estes Park, burying Trail Ridge Road and delaying its reopening in
Summit High seniors commit to college sports programs
At a recent ceremony, Summit High School seniors officially committed to playing their sport in college, marking years of dedication.
Meshacket Commons opens, housing 100+ residents
After nearly 11 years and a $34 million investment, the largest affordable housing project on Martha's Vineyard in two decades, Meshacket Commons, has finally opened, providing homes for over 100 Isla