By Jennifer Pund COAL CREEK CANYON Amateur astronomers of all ages—guided by professionals in a variety of related fields—have gathered in Coal Creek Canyon the past couple of years to learn about the sky, stars, moon, planets and how to view them. Sky Watchers, led by Barbara and Leonard David, meet at the Coal Creek … Continue reading
By Jennifer Pund ALLENSPARK After decades of being closed to the public, the new owners of the recently renovated and renamed Peaceful Valley Resort and Conference Center are excited to open the doors to everyone. Dan and Dianne Brauer together with their daughter, Amanda, and her husband, Ben Archibald, have brought their strengths and talents … Continue reading
Toll collection waived during testing period; CDOT reminds drivers to get a pass. DENVER — The High Performance Transportation Enterprise (HPTE) and Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) today announced the opening of the eastbound I-70 Mountain Express Lane to traffic on Saturday, Dec. 12, from Empire to Idaho Springs. Travelers will be able to try … Continue reading
Denver – Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) and Vail Resorts, Inc. today announced the findings of a comprehensive economic impact study of Colorado’s skiing and snowboarding industry, the first of its kind in nearly two decades. As the leading ski state in North America, Colorado’s ski industry generates a $4.8 billion annual economic impact, comprising … Continue reading
By Jennifer Pund NEDERLAND Nederland’s feed store has made each different owner’s dreams come true. It’s now Adam and Abby Pauses’ turn. The Pauses, who renamed the business Nederland Feed & Pet, are “burning the candle at both ends” getting the neighborhood store stocked with everything mountain residents need for their pets and livestock. The … Continue reading
ESTES PARK The Quota Club Holiday Home Tour, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., is a showcase of unique mountain homes all decked out in holiday finery. In 2015, there will be five beautiful decorated Estes Park homes on the tour as well as a stop at Good Samaritan Village to view the … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith FRONT RANGE Colorado’s deep powder-like snow, wide variety of terrain, abundant sunshine, numerous resorts and unmatched scenery make skiing and snowboarding here unlike anywhere in the world. It is understandable why the state—which offers more area to ski and snowboard than Utah, Vermont and New York—has been America’s top choice for … Continue reading
By Jennifer Pund LYONS Nick Blanchet wasn’t looking to own and remodel a laundromat when the property came up for sale, but he knew he could make it better. Using his experience, Soapy Nicks Laundromat in Lyons is finally getting the upgrades it desperately needed with the addition of new washers, dryers, and more services. … Continue reading
BOULDER – The last of the leaves are turning and the first wisps of winter are brushing at the mountains. Seasons are changing at the Boulder Ranger District office as well. Before you hit the road to drive to the office for a permit, pass or map this winter, be sure to know before you … Continue reading
Ski area will help kick off the season in the western U.S. ARAPAHOE BASIN – Arapahoe Basin Ski Area (A-Basin) will open for the 2015-16 ski and snowboard season on Thursday, October 29, 2015. After a relatively late start to winter, recent cold temperatures and a combination of manmade and natural snow finally blanketed the … Continue reading
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