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Category: News/Politics

Stricter Marijuana Laws Go Into Effect in Colorado on January 1

Posted on November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

In the process of passing that bill, the legislature heard stories parents shared about the dramatic effects some marijuana products have had on their children…

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Dems to Host ‘Meet & Greet’ in Arboles on Saturday, Nov. 20

Posted on November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

Unaffiliated voters are welcome to attend. Masks will be required, and social distancing will be practiced. Lunch will be served…

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US 160 Wolf Creek Pass Closure Set for Tomorrow Morning, Thursday Nov. 18

Posted on November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 by Post Contributor

The lengthy closure is needed to allow for helicopter operations and preparations of avalanche mitigation equipment for the upcoming winter season.

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CHAMBER NEWS: It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like… That Time of Year

Posted on November 16, 2021November 16, 2021 by Post Contributor

There are lots of activities and deadlines happening in November and the beginning of December. Businesses, nonprofit agencies and individuals need to make some decisions READ MORE

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Colorado to Receive Billions from Infrastructure Bill for Climate-Resiliency Projects

Posted on November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 by Post Contributor

The bill includes approximately $50 billion for infrastructure resilience to climate events, preparing for incidents like wildfires, floods and storms….

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Patients Can Bid on Beautiful Wreaths at Pagosa Springs Medical Center

Patients Can Bid on Beautiful Wreaths at Pagosa Springs Medical Center

Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 by Post Contributor

There are two sizes of wreaths this year, 24 inch and 36 inch. All proceeds for this event will be used to to benefit the PSMC Foundation cancer fund…

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Archuleta County Democratic Club Will Meet Nov. 16 via Zoom

Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 by Post Contributor

The speaker this month will be Cole Buerger, a candidate running for the U.S. House of Representatives to represent Congressional District 3…

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Aspen Police Department Wants $300k to Try Out Tesla Cop Cars

Posted on November 11, 2021November 11, 2021 by Post Contributor

In addition to the battery power — the police Teslas will feature an extra battery to run all the extra equipment — the range of the Teslas also has improved significantly, she said…

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Native American Heritage Month Celebrates Indigenous Communities

Posted on November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 by Post Contributor

“Native American history is American history and it’s only by recognizing that history that we can build a future that is equitable and inclusive….”

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READY, FIRE, AIM: How Much Time Are We Wasting?

Posted on November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 by Louis Cannon

“If you are an American with average commute time, you spend about 250 hours in transit each year — that adds up to more than 10 days….”

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OPINION: Why I am Running for Archuleta County Sheriff

Posted on November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 by Post Contributor

I am Wayne Bryant, and I am running as a “write-in” candidate for Archuleta County Sheriff. Why a write-in?

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With Less Water on Colorado’s Western Slope, State Wants New Rules

Posted on November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 by Post Contributor

For the first time, the state is pushing for new rules that spell out how some rights-holders should measure their water use as each drop of Colorado River water becomes more valuable…

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Labor is Having a Moment in Colorado… and Beyond…

Posted on November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 by Post Contributor

The mail-in vote at the HelloFresh facility in Aurora, where about 350 employees are eligible to cast ballots, started October 28…

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U.S. House Sends $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Bill on to the White House

Posted on November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 by Post Contributor

Under pressure from House leadership and Biden, progressives and moderates reached an agreement late Friday…

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Depleted Workforce Plagues Aspen Ski Industry

Posted on November 5, 2021November 5, 2021 by Post Contributor

“The staff desperately needed a break, especially in the kitchen,” said Wynn. “They were getting hammered at lunch, and then happy hour would come and that’s right into dinner…”

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Colorado Voters Rejecting Three Ballot Measures, in Unofficial Results

Posted on November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 by Bill Hudson

According to early returns reported by the Colorado Secretary of State on Tuesday evening, November 2, it appeared that all three of the statewide ballot measures were destined to go down in defeat…

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State Government Announces Proposal for $17 Million in Waived Business Filing Fees

Posted on November 2, 2021November 2, 2021 by Post Contributor

As the economy continues to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, this proposal is intended to keep money in the pockets of small business owners across the state…

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No Congressional Deal for Biden, Heading into UN Climate Conference

Posted on November 2, 2021November 2, 2021 by Post Contributor

“If President Biden’s Build Back Better plan is not passed by Congress, the U.S. will take yet another hit on the international stage…”

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Several Colorado Communities Prepare Ballot Measures, to Tax Vacation Rentals

Posted on November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 by Post Contributor

Some municipalities, including Crested Butte, Steamboat, Breckenridge and Aspen, have already started to rein in short-term rentals in the form of caps or permit requirements…

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