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Colorado Legislators Pass Property Tax Reform Ahead of November Ballot Showdown

Colorado Legislators Pass Property Tax Reform Ahead of November Ballot Showdown

Posted on May 10, 2024May 10, 2024 by Post Contributor

“The good citizens of this state said — we heard it loud and clear — that they wanted us to work together… to solve this problem”…

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Repeal of Colorado's Same-Sex Marriage Ban Heads for the Ballot

Repeal of Colorado’s Same-Sex Marriage Ban Heads for the Ballot

Posted on May 9, 2024May 8, 2024 by Post Contributor

If measure is approved by voters, same-sex marriage would remain legal in Colorado if U.S. Supreme Court overturns federal protections…

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KSUT Presents 'Tico Time Bluegrass Festival' in Animas River Valley

KSUT Presents ‘Tico Time Bluegrass Festival’ in Animas River Valley

Posted on May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 by Post Contributor

This festival promises to be an adventure filled with unforgettable moments, lifelong friendships, and cherished memories…

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Colorado Senate Votes Unanimously to Protect Wetlands

Posted on May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 by Post Contributor

“We want to set in place where we are in Colorado so that we can give assurance and no more changes,” Roberts said to the Senate Finance Committee…

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OPINION: Worker Freedom Act Could Create Fairer Organizing Conditions in Colorado

Posted on May 8, 2024May 8, 2024 by Post Contributor

In practice, the Worker Freedom Act would allow workers to opt out of captive audience meetings without fear of retaliation…

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‘Assault Weapons’ Ban Falters in Final Days of Colorado Legislative Session

‘Assault Weapons’ Ban Falters in Final Days of Colorado Legislative Session

Posted on May 7, 2024May 7, 2024 by Post Contributor

“After thoughtful conversations with my Senate colleagues, I decided that more conversations need to take place outside of the pressure cooker of the Capitol…”

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Colorado Senate Passes Oil and Gas Compromise Package

Posted on May 6, 2024May 6, 2024 by Post Contributor

“While Colorado has worked hard to address the ozone problem, we need to do even more…”

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UnitedHealth CEO Apologizes for Failings in Massive Cyberattack

UnitedHealth CEO Apologizes for Failings in Massive Cyberattack

Posted on May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 by Post Contributor

CEO Andrew Witty told the Senate Committee the decision to pay the $22 million ransom in Bitcoin “was mine (and) was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make…”

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Biden Administration to Greatly Ease Federal Marijuana Regulations

Posted on May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 by Post Contributor

“Today, the Attorney General circulated a proposal to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III…”

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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Posted on May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 by Post Contributor

“Just one error can lead to tragic outcomes. Riders with proper training are typically involved in fewer and less severe crashes…”

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Road Construction on North Pagosa to Begin May 3

Road Construction on North Pagosa to Begin May 3

Posted on April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 by Ashley Springer

Archuleta County along with Four Corners Materials, will begin work Friday at 7pm until 6am, continuing at 7pm on Saturday night. Road closures and delays can be expected…

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Colorado House Passes Bipartisan Bills to Support Farmers and Ranchers

Colorado House Passes Bipartisan Bills to Support Farmers and Ranchers

Posted on April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 by Post Contributor

“With the help of this bill, we are ensuring that our farmers and ranchers are recognized and benefit from the work that they do to keep our lands thriving…”

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Colorado Grants Available to Reduce Community Gun Violence

Colorado Grants Available to Reduce Community Gun Violence

Posted on April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 by Post Contributor

Colorado’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention opened up applications for grant funding available for grassroots and nonprofit organizations…

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Colorado Governor Polis Signs $40.6 Billion State Budget

Posted on April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 by Post Contributor

“We had less money than we’ve had in previous years, but the hallmark of a good budget is one where no matter what you have, you’re listening to your constituents…”

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Slope Repair Set to Begin Along US 84 on May 6… Expect Delays

Posted on April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 by Post Contributor

Work will occur on US Highway 84, 21 miles south of Pagosa Springs and 7.7 miles north of the New Mexico state line…

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New BLM Rule Requiring Oil Companies to Plug Oil Wells... Haunted by Bad Math

New BLM Rule Requiring Oil Companies to Plug Oil Wells… Haunted by Bad Math

Posted on April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 by Post Contributor

Oil companies must set aside more money to plug wells, a new rule says. But it won’t be enough…

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EDITORIAL:  U.S. Court Issues New Ruling Regarding 'Village at Wolf Creek'

EDITORIAL: U.S. Court Issues New Ruling Regarding ‘Village at Wolf Creek’

Posted on April 29, 2024April 29, 2024 by Bill Hudson

After more than 20 years of court battles over the proposed development, the Village at Wolf Creek appeared to be dead in the water.  Or rather, dead in the wilderness…

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Colorado Lawmakers Consider Landmark Artificial Intelligence Regulations

Colorado Lawmakers Consider Landmark Artificial Intelligence Regulations

Posted on April 26, 2024April 26, 2024 by Post Contributor

“Legislating in an area where technology evolves daily is inherently challenging and fraught with unintended consequences…”

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