surrounded by her children at Glacial Trails Memory Care in Starbuck A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Glenwood Arrangements were with Hoplin-Hitchcock Funeral Home of Glenwood The two sisters grew up on the family farm between Lowry and Glenwood Cathy attended grade school in Lowry and Glenwood High School Her high school years were marked by her role as a majorette for the school band a role that showcased her energy and enthusiasm Cathy furthered her education by attending business school in Minneapolis where she acquired skills that would serve her well throughout her life Cathy married a man whose career took the family to various cities across the United States Together they welcomed six children into the world Cathy and Dick were united in marriage on June 7 where they became a family of 11 when they combined her six children Cathy and Dick were not only life partners but also business partners owning and operating “The Village Cafe” in Glenwood for many years a testament to Cathy’s warmth and hospitality Dick’s involvement in horse racing brought them adventures far and wide from the chill of Winnipeg to the warmth of Florida Cathy was an active member of the Glenwood VFW Auxiliary the Bunko Club and Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Glenwood She found joy in the simple pleasures of life a weekend camping or the satisfaction of canning garden produce and her sewing projects were crafted with love and care Cathy’s life was a testament to her loving which touched the hearts of all who knew her where she had been a resident for the past many years Cathy’s legacy is carried on by her adoring family Elizabeth (Michael) Weinauer of Maple Plain Charmayne “Charlie” (Bruce) Paumen of Glenwood (Melody) Morgan of Alexandria and Edward Blakeman of Glenwood She was a proud grandmother to 25 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren Vanessa Martin and Angie Schwartz; and grandson-in-law The Pope County Tribune has been serving Pope County since 1920 We are the legal newspaper for the city of Glenwood Minnewaska Area School District and Pope County Copyright © 2025 Pope County Tribune. 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News | May 4 Before Arnie’s Antiques and More had a storefront It beat through late-night sorting sessions with coin jars and magnifying glasses It echoed in conversations about gold certificates and silver eagles passed between Carl Garza and his kids as they sat cross-legged on the living room floor inside three storage units and across nearly every inch of the Garza home that pulse has found a permanent home — and a front door — in Glenwood Springs Arnie’s Antiques and More quietly opened in early April but the roots of the business go back decades It’s a continuation of something they’ve been building their entire lives “This has been a passion of mine since I was 13,” Carl said I’d buy bags of change from banks and stay up late going through them And snowball it did — into a collection that took over their home “We had antiques everywhere,” Cynthia said ‘We’ve got to do something with all of this.'” What they did was build something that feels both nostalgic and new — a place where history is honored It’s all captured in their motto: “Preserving the elegance of the past It’s a tribute to Carl’s grandfather a man who played a central role in his upbringing and whose values helped shape the store’s identity “My grandfather meant the world to me,” Carl said “Naming this after him just made sense.” That tradition of honoring family is woven throughout the Garzas’ story they’re continuing to build something rooted in legacy every item has been researched and tagged with care You won’t find mass-produced replicas passed off as vintage “I don’t want someone buying something that looks old but was made last year,” she said “These items were crafted with skill and intention What started as a childhood hobby grew into something that filled entire rooms “Carl would bring home coins all the time,” she said going through rolls we picked up from the bank watching YouTube videos about what to look for the Garzas began collecting more than just currency Their travels around Colorado — mostly work trips for Carl’s asphalt company — became opportunities to stop at antique shops glassware — anything that told a story came home with them “Our house was overflowing,” Cynthia said even the walls were part of the collection.” It was how much of it there was — and what to do next “Our collection outgrew everything,” Carl said “Even our first attempt at a storefront on Grand Avenue was too small before we finished moving in.” That’s when they found their current location at 251 Soccer Field Road near Glenwood Springs Middle School — a large open space that offers more than just room to display From the moment you step inside Arnie’s Antiques and More it’s clear it isn’t a resale shop Typewriters with keys that still click like they did 80 years ago The walls are lined with pieces that feel like they’ve waited decades to be noticed again “This isn’t stuff you find at a thrift store,” Cynthia said The Garzas are exploring plans to expand the space into a local auction house — something the valley currently lacks They’re also considering event rentals for weddings “We’re not just trying to sell things,” Carl said “We’re trying to keep things from being lost — to landfills the mission has always been about giving items the space they deserve — and giving people the chance to experience them “There’s something special about seeing someone light up when they connect with a piece,” she said “You can tell it reminds them of something That’s what this is all about.” The Garzas have received a warm response from the community even before hosting a formal grand opening One longtime acquaintance recently visited the shop You’re going to do great,'” Cynthia recalled “And that just stuck with me.” who has seen firsthand the weight this project has lifted from her mother “My mom’s cried to me more times than I can count about the amount of stuff they had to go through,” she said I can see it in her face — she’s proud Their Grand Avenue location remains open by appointment only while the main showroom on Soccer Field Road is now open to the public as they continue preparing for a full grand opening the store is fulfilling its mission: preserving the past and making it accessible to anyone who walks through the door “We want people to feel something when they’re here,” Carl said or just appreciation for how things used to be made.” “This isn’t just our story anymore Readers around Aspen and Snowmass Village make the Aspen Times’ work possible Your financial contribution supports our efforts to deliver quality your support is critical to help us keep our community informed about the evolving coronavirus pandemic and the impact it is having locally Each donation will be used exclusively for the development and creation of increased news coverage are you considering any property transactions this spring View Results Four KMAland girls and three KMAland boys won titles at the USA Wrestling Freestyle/Greco Roman State Championships on Sunday (KMAland) -- Four KMAland girls and three KMAland boys won titles at the USA Wrestling Freestyle/Greco Roman State Championships on Sunday Glenwood's Shay Lundvall (94) and Lewis Central's Weston Porter (126) won 16U Greco-Roman state titles Nodaway Valley's Ashton Honnold also won a title claiming the 285-pound title in the Junior Division Lewis Central's Emerson Gregg (125) and Atlantic's Haley Armstrong (235) won the Junior Freestyle Division while Clarinda's Lily Weinreich (140) and Atlantic's Leiah Thomas (155) were 16U Freestyle champions Full brackets from this meet can be viewed here we attempt to be accurate in our reporting please contact us by emailing kmaradio@kmaland.com Email notifications are only sent once a day Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: News | May 1 Seven suspects are in custody following a sweeping law enforcement operation that dismantled a drug trafficking organization accused of distributing large quantities of methamphetamine fentanyl and other illegal drugs throughout Colorado’s Interstate 70 corridor a news release from the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office states led by the Special Problems Enforcement and Response (SPEAR) team in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and other federal agencies followed a 16-month investigation into a network allegedly run by Sindy Liliana Vazquez Martinez Authorities say the two operated their drug enterprise out of a Glenwood Springs residence located just 185 yards from Glenwood Springs Middle School and roughly 60 yards from school property Martinez and Ramirez-Andrade are accused of distributing methamphetamine and other narcotics across communities from Frisco to Rifle The investigation began in January 2023 and culminated in a series of coordinated arrests and search warrants carried out April 27–29 and the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office took part in the operation Three suspects were arrested on outstanding felony warrants during the evening of April 27 and early morning of April 28 an additional suspect was taken into custody and simultaneous search warrants were executed at locations in Glenwood Springs and Rifle The operation led to the seizure of approximately 4 pounds of methamphetamine The following individuals have been arrested and charged in connection with the investigation: Sindy Liliana Vazquez Martinez Both Ramirez-Andrade and Benites have been repeatedly involved in the local criminal justice system with consistent appearances at the Garfield County Courthouse tied to previous legal troubles Charges in the case include conspiracy to possess distribute or possess with intent to distribute controlled substances Several suspects face charges of possession with intent to distribute more than 112 grams of methamphetamine unlawful distribution of methamphetamine and fentanyl criminal possession of two or more blank financial transaction devices and criminal possession of a financial device involving more than three items and two different accounts The Garfield County Sheriff’s Office was unable to confirm whether any of the individuals arrested are in the country illegally The investigation remains active and ongoing Readers around Glenwood Springs and Garfield County make the Post Independent’s work possible Colorado has seen five known cases of measles this year View Results A couple hundred people protested at Sayre Park in Glenwood Springs Thursday for May Day National Day of Action The movement draws inspiration from labor and community movements of the past and is dedicated to fighting for the needs of working families and their neighborhoods As American families face cuts across public programs and immigrants are targeted during President Donald Trump's first 100 days in office local organization Mountain Action Indivisible organized the protest bells and whistles rang out from the protestors gathered at the park along Highway 82 commuters from upvalley to downvalley honked in support Signs said “The Pilgrims Were Immigrants Too,” “Abuelas Over Autocrats” and “We Shouldn’t Make Our Neighbors Unhappy,” reflecting the sentiments of the protesters gathered: disagreements with the administration over public program cuts attacks against immigrants and Canadian tariffs Susan Use was holding a “Support Garfield Public Libraries” sign along Highway 82 She is the co-founder of Protect Our GarCo Libraries and a former Garfield County library board member and she feels like it is her civic duty to speak up against this administration “If we’re silent people think we’re in the minority “Most Americans are level headed common sense.” and the Glenwood Springs High School graduate said he felt the need to protest because the past 100 days have been shocking “It seems like every single day there’s something new popping up on my phone,” he said “I feel like there’s something happening everyday that is not for the betterment of our country.” Ganley attended Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Denver protest in Denver on March 21 She and Labar worry that their friends and other people their age are not showing up because it is easier to comment on a social media post than to protest “A lot of kids need to get out and do stuff that’s active and promotes change in our world and not just sit behind a phone screen and think that’s enough because it’s not,” Ganley said Other countries hosted their own May Day protests around the world the City of Raleigh’s Transportation Department completed upgrades to 13 scooter parking corrals along the Glenwood South Corridor located between Peace Street and Hillsborough Street These improvements build on a pilot project that originally launched in October 2021 the corrals showed promising results in terms of improved parking behavior from riders.  The recent upgrades introduced a number of firsts for Raleigh and reflect the City’s continued efforts to improve sidewalk accessibility and promote responsible scooter use.  The upgraded corrals include several features designed to make scooter parking easier to identify and safer for all street users:  the City has implemented a set of tools to help ensure that scooters are parked properly These include reactive geofencing and in-app guidance to help riders park within the designated corral zones more than 72% of scooter trips ending in the corridor have been parked within the designated corrals.  A citywide parking compliance policy also took effect in January 2025 the policy introduces escalating penalties for repeated violations:  operators have issued 622 warnings and 4 fines Most riders appear to adjust their behavior after the first or second warning.  the City launched a scooter parking reporting tool through SeeClickFix in February 2025 This allows residents to report improperly parked scooters directly to operators by providing the location and issue type 28 reports have been submitted.   The tool was introduced through a soft launch to staff and a few key partners such as the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee This allowed time to resolve any technical issues ahead of broader public use Wider communications about the tool will continue in the coming months.  the City will be seeking feedback on the Glenwood South corrals from community partners and the public This feedback will help inform how future scooter corrals are designed and implemented across Raleigh While no changes are planned to the current installations and overall experience of the upgraded corrals is welcome.   This work reflects Raleigh’s broader commitment to building a transportation system that supports safe Glenwood South now serves as a model corridor as we continue exploring how to improve scooter parking in other parts of the city.  We welcome your feedback on what’s been implemented so far and what you'd like to see in the future. 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Send help right to the people and causes you care about Your donation is protected by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee The second memorial vigil in Chatham this week happened Wednesday night at Glenwood High School The crowd packed the football field bleachers in remembrance of the four female victims who died Monday when a car drove through an after-school camp talked to the crowd about the loss of her daughter “To the kids who knew Riley and knew her so well He added that he turned to the Bible after the tragedy “The one thing I got out of my reading…is that God is good The others killed in the accident were Ainsley Johnson All the victims died of blunt force trauma according to Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon Two have been released from the hospital as of Wednesday afternoon It’s unclear how many children were present at the time of the accident at around 3:20 p.m having been bused from schools to the facility next to Jaycees Park Illinois State Police said the driver was Marianne Akers Akers was driving a Jeep Wrangler westbound on Walnut Street when she left the road and drove through a field The vehicle struck the east side of the YNOT camp building traveled through the structure and exited the west side Akers finally came to a stop after continuing across a nearby basketball court before hitting a light pole and fence State Police said they do not believe it was an intentional act No charges have been filed as the investigation continues Capitol News Illinois reported Akers worked for the Illinois State Police from 2006-2018 But ISP has said that it has no bearing on the investigation Several religious organizations were represented at the vigil All tried to provide comfort to community members still seeking answers and wondering how something so tragic could occur in their town “There are no words I can share that will take away all of the hurt that we are feeling,” said Natalie Morey Children and Youth Coordinator at Chatham United Methodist Church and Student Life Director at Springfield First United Methodist She and the other speakers stood before four white crosses at midfield we gather in sorrow and…whatever you’re feeling right now Chatham Police Officer David Leach was on the scene of the accident Monday “I went home and I hugged my wife and my children and I just bawled I cried my eyes out,” he told the audience “The tears have continued to come in waves for me every day since and come without warning.” who lost a friend when he was in high school urged the students to avoid turning to drugs and alcohol to deal with the pain There was also praise for those who helped in the aftermath from the Baptist Church that opened its doors as a reunification center for the children to first responders to businesses who have donated and worked to bring the community together talked about the phrase that is showing up online and on signs across town: Chatham Strong “Being strong means knowing it is OK to hurt Being strong means knowing it is OK to grieve Being strong is knowing we are all having a very personal and unique experience in a shared tragedy,” he said “That strength is going to be what allows us to find ourselves existing and living once again and carrying on.” Ball-Chatham Superintendent Becca Laton said school will resume with in-person classes Friday But there will be support services available for teachers and students Staff that need a break will also be acknowledged As we simply try to take one moment at a time.” News | Apr 29 Canadian performer Jim Witter doesn’t remember every town he’s visited during his decades-long music career — but he remembers Glenwood Springs Shows tend to blur together after performing for over 30 years and touring prolifically. But eight years after his first performance for the Glenwood Springs Community Concert Association his fond memories of the charming mountain town still persist “(The association) sent us to the hot springs passes and we had the day off the next day and we were able to go enjoy that I remember the committee,” Witter said “It’s not everywhere that we get that kind of treatment where they’ll say would you like to enjoy a local attraction…to so many places we’re just another show for them.” Now Witter and his band — drummer Jimmy Boudreau guitarist and vocalist Ian Tanner and multi instrumentalist Dave Wiffen — are preparing for a show they’ve eagerly anticipated they’ll close the Glenwood Springs Community Concert Association’s 2024-2025 season with a Billy Joel tribute “The hospitality was wonderful and the people were incredible,” Witter said “I wish we had the day off there but we don’t — we’re just coming in to do the show and then back out again — because we absolutely remember (Glenwood Springs).” You’re the Piano Man,” the tribute Witter created in 2024 holds a special place in his heart — inspired by the “magic” of a Billy Joel concert that first ignited his passion for music at just 12 years old “He made you feel like you knew him when you left there like he had really given not just his musical talents but he’d let you in to know him personally,” Witter said “It was a brand new experience for me It was like looking up at the night sky for the first time and seeing billions of stars and going wow I really think that’s what it was for me “I just got bit by the bug that night.” engagement and wonder that he aims to recreate for audiences today Witter is the latest high-caliber musician to join this season’s impressive lineup presented by the concert association From jazz virtuoso Nayo Jones to Los Angeles’ Orchid Quarter the Glenwood Springs Community Concert Association’s performances are “A unique opportunity to experience high quality music that we don’t often get in Glenwood,” association president Kathy Kline said “It’s a good way to interact with fellow music lovers in the community.” The 2025-2026 season lineup includes five diverse and talented groups from guitar and clarinet duo Jâca to Dan Miller’s AmeriCoustic The Mexican Brass will kick off the new season on September 25 “It’s the opportunity to come together and listen to high quality (live) music,” Kline said when asked how the association contributes to the Glenwood Springs community “We’re so used to getting music on all of our devices and the car radio “But I love going to watch live music,” she added “I think it’s a really good thing to bring into the community — an opportunity to experience live music.” How much: $30 a ticket for non members. Included in 2024-2025 memberships. Renew a membership ($60 for a single adult) or join for next season at the concert and attend Jim Witter’s performance as a bonus. Visit gsconcertassn.org for more information Celebrate all forms of literature with a fun-filled day of action-packed activities at the Garfield County Libraries’ Fourth Annual Comics Festival on Saturday Presented by the Garfield County Libraries the festival will transform the Glenwood Springs Branch Library — and an area under the Grand Avenue Bridge — into buzzing zones of festival fun on Saturday with everything from a cosplay contest to jewelry making “It’s really a unique event,” Branch Manager Abraham Korah said it’s the only one of its kind that takes place.” including a bird’s nest necklace crafting event in the library community room attendees can learn about the importance of alternative literacy at 12:30 p.m author of the fantasy “Void Sleep Walker” series will walk through his process of creating an imagined world while dealing with ADHD and ADD “That’s something that a lot of people deal with so it’ll be interesting to see how someone takes something that might be considered a challenge but uses it to be productive and put their energy into something,” Korah said there’s a tangible result…when they publish a book.” There will also be screen-printing stations for free festival T-shirts and a chance to meet the Star Wars 501st Legion in costume “It’s a cool exposure to some technology that you’ve maybe heard of and haven’t had a chance to experience,” Korah said attendees can head to the Grand Avenue Bridge for a comic giveaway Some of Korah’s personal favorites — classic action-packed adventures like Spiderman and Batman comics — will be available Attendees can also snap a photo under the bridge with the famous science teacher Ms “We want to get the comics in the hands of everyone so they have a chance to read them,” Korah said Attendees can also take part in a bingo scavenger hunt — with prizes from the library’s coveted prize basket — and adults and children alike have a chance to win $75 $50 or $25 in Glenwood Gold at the cosplay contest Cosplayers who need to repair their costume or those who just need to grab a drink or snack and relax can head to the library’s lobby entrance “I am most looking forward to just having people in the library especially kids that are not coming in here very often or maybe this is their first time in the building,” Korah said “So they’re coming in because they’re excited about getting a free comic book or to check out the 501st Legion and…they’re like whether it’s a study room and just a place to spend some time or some of the other materials that we have — we check out video games…park passes the festival was designed as additional programming for middle and high school students The annual event is a way for the library to foster a connection with age groups that may not visit as often as younger children as someone goes from middle to high school it’s usually when they stop coming to the library it’s usually when they don’t think of the library as a place that’s interesting or cool or particularly something that they want to do,” Korah said “This is our way to really make sure that we stay connected with those ages.” It also serves as a reminder of the importance of literature in all its forms particularly for those who may be reluctant readers National reading test scores for fourth and eighth graders have steadily declined since 2015 according to Harvard Graduate School of Education Professor Martin West Reading skills in sample groups of both grades nationwide fell five points below pre-pandemic levels in 2024 according to National Assessment of Educational Progress results “Typically towards the end of elementary school which means that it’s going to affect their literacy their ability to focus and pay attention and their vocabulary,” Korah said “Because (comics) are such a visual medium as well it’s a way to stay connected with that population.” What matters is they’re engaged and reading “Whether it’s the graphic novels or other forms of nontraditional not everybody needs to engage in a physical chapter book There are other ways in which you can engage in literacy,” Korah said “It’s just a reminder that not everything is straightforward and the whole idea is to engage and help young people find their passion and interests.” Visit gcpld.org/comics-festival/ for a complete festival schedule News | Apr 24 — Interstate 70 eastbound has reopened at mile marker 116 in Glenwood Springs after a Thursday morning crash involving a cattle truck shut down the highway for more than six hours when a commercial vehicle hauling cattle tipped over just west of the Grand Avenue exit the Glenwood Springs Police Department and other first responders responded to the scene local traffic was allowed on eastbound I-70 up to Exit 114 in West Glenwood CDOT warned of an extended closure and recommended northern and southern detours Original: A cattle truck crash has shut down Interstate 70 eastbound at mile marker 116 near the main Glenwood Springs exit blocking both lanes and prompting an extended closure according to the Colorado Department of Transportation Thursday when a commercial vehicle hauling cattle rolled onto its side just west of the Grand Avenue exit I-70 eastbound remains open to local traffic up to Exit 114 in West Glenwood Glenwood Springs Police and other emergency responders remain on scene No timeline has been provided for when the interstate will reopen the Glenwood Springs Fire Department has set aside a spring day to strengthen the bond between public servants and the tight-knit community that they serve — and usher in the summer spirit the department will host its annual open house from 10 a.m The fire department will offer family-friendly fun in the sun with food “(My favorite part) is getting out and seeing all the families,” Glenwood Springs Fire Department Fire Marshal Robin Pitt said “Seeing all the families from around town getting out with all the firefighters It’s a great way to kick off summer.” and the local Coca Cola suppliers will once again supply food and drink during the event The GSFD doesn’t look at the annual open house as a fundraising opportunity rather a good chance to educate and connect with the community.  get to meet the community and meet your firefighters,” said GSFD Fire Inspector Steve Sandoval “Because (Glenwood) is a changing environment We’re getting so many new faces here that when they see us out and about ‘I don’t know that one.’ So it’s a good way to get to meet people.” Sandoval said the event has grown significantly over the past decade “When we started doing this consistently around 10 years ago we would just open the bays and people would meet the firefighters Compare that to what today’s show is like; we close down the street and the kids can play firefighter for a day it has grown into the show it is today.” One of the most popular additions is the water rescue demonstration which boasts a 12×12 porter tank that can hold 2500 gallons of water “Most people don’t really get to see us in the river,” Pitt said “It is cool for people to see the different aspects of being a firefighter.” Other highlights include fire extinguisher presentations,water safety training and a demonstration of the “jaws of life” a rescue tool used when required to cut through vehicles The fire department’s “smoke trailer,” which simulates real fire conditions The open house isn’t just a meet and greet with public servants but also a hands-on learning experience for all ages.  “It’s really quite cool to see how fast the equipment can peel apart a car,” Pitt laughed.  The open house will take place from 10 a.m News | Apr 22 Interstate 70 eastbound lanes have reopened through Glenwood Canyon following a wreck on Tuesday according to a Garfield County Emergency Communications Authority alert one westbound lane has also reopened to traffic 2025 to remember the victims of Monday's crash in Chatham Four crosses represent the victims of Monday's tragedy and handwritten messages on the crosses before the vigil began on Wednesday The stadium at Glenwood High School fills with candle lights during the vigil Wednesday The vigil remembered four young women who died in Chatham on Monday Some of those attending the candlelight vigil at Glenwood High School stand near the scoreboard that reads consoles a community member at the candlelight vigil on Wednesday A woman holds a candle at the vigil for victims of the tragedy on Wednesday Mary K dedicated her life to caring for others as a Dialysis nurse Her compassionate spirit and dedication made a lasting impact on countless patients and their families throughout her career Mary K had a deep appreciation for beautiful jewelry She also found immense joy in the companionship of her two beloved dogs who brought her much comfort and happiness Mary K is preceded in death by her beloved husband Cody Rogers (Summer); daughter Tracy Rogers; her nephew Brett Blankenship seven additional grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and numerous cherished nieces and nephews A burial service to celebrate Mary K’s life will take place at Cedar Hill Cemetery on Thursday Opinion | Mar 12 and I’m running for the City Council seat in Ward 5; that’s south of the Sunlight Bridge and west of the river Living here for 30 years showed me what a special place Glenwood Springs is We have a quality of life that’s the envy of anyone mountain-town charm that makes Glenwood special I’ll work to protect and preserve this way of life for future generations – and keep Glenwood a place where people act like neighbors with trust That’s what inspired the KEEP GLENWOOD GLENWOOD campaign We gathered petition signatures and campaigned hard and the voters of Glenwood Springs got a voice in important growth decisions that were affecting our quality of life I worked to preserve the airport for firefighting and medical evacuation who donated the land to the city.  Keeping our word seemed like the Glenwood thing to do I felt the great disconnect between what people wanted It’s time for some new faces on Council If something makes life better for the people who live in Glenwood Springs now We need growth and development to have a vibrant community But I’ll focus on making Glenwood Springs better We are all stewards of Glenwood’s future Our people should decide the scale and pace of growth that’s right for us I want to be part of a council that operates honestly and transparently A council that is accountable to the people.  We know that many of the concerns regarding Glenwood are universal: traffic and we owe it to the people to spend it wisely I hope we’ll look at what other resort cities have done If we make Glenwood Springs wonderful for us A four year term on Council is a big commitment But not as big as the commitment I’m asking you to make I’ll be the first to tell you … I don’t have all the answers Does what we do make life better for the people who live in Glenwood Springs Jon Banks is a Ward 5 candidate for Glenwood Springs City Council. Ballots must be returned by 7 p.m. April 1. Go to cogs.us/346/Elections for more information on how to vote News | Mar 25 A plan to bring a Barnes and Noble bookstore to Glenwood Meadows will move forward — if at all — without taxpayer support from the city Glenwood Springs City Council voted 6-0 Thursday night to deny a sales tax rebate request totaling $750,000 over seven years The incentive was pitched by Glenwood Meadows developer Steve Shoflick of Miller Weingarten Realty who has led the shopping center’s development for more than two decades reached a unanimous decision after over an hour of discussion and public comment The proposal would have returned a portion of future sales tax generated by the bookstore to the property owner No current tax revenue would have been affected Shoflick said Barnes and Noble had agreed to lease the 24,000-square-foot space previously occupied by Bed Bath & Beyond He said the company was drawn to Glenwood as a regional hub but that the financials were difficult to close without help “We will do everything in our power to make it happen regardless,” Shoflick said “But can I tell you we can bridge that gap The lease under consideration included a 10-year base term with three five-year renewal options Shoflick described the new Barnes and Noble concept as a community hub — not just a place to buy books He said it would include a Paper Source gift shop and flexible seating to encourage gathering “This is not your old bookstore anymore,” Shoflick said “They have recast themselves as entertainment and gathering.” He argued that the Meadows development is still missing a central hangout spot “What we don’t have is a gathering place,” he said Shoflick said bringing Barnes and Noble to Glenwood would elevate the center’s tenant mix and draw more consistent traffic from locals and regional shoppers He cited Glenwood’s changing retail landscape and noted that many big-box tenants — such as Sports Authority and Bed Bath & Beyond — have closed due to bankruptcy He also said most municipalities in Colorado offer some form of incentive for national retailers and pointed to examples in Avon “Incentives are part of the landscape in which we operate,” Shoflick said “It’s just the competitive landscape we live in.” expressed concern over offering public money to a national chain especially in the absence of a formal policy or consistent standards “That’s not fair to the community,” Councilor Jonathan Godes said something that didn’t compete — that would be a different conversation.” “We don’t pick tenants,” added Councilor Sumner Schachter “Whether we subsidize or not may become our role but picking tenants is not our job.” said she didn’t dislike incentives in general — but wanted to see them used in a more transparent and equitable way “I didn’t know that I could apply for anything when I opened my business,” Zalinski said “We should use incentives sensitively and with thought.” She and others pointed out that most small business owners don’t know city support programs even exist Councilor Mitchell Weimer said that without a clear process council risks making subjective decisions that feel unfair — both to developers and local shop owners “I think ultimately we have to say no until we have more structure,” Weimer said “So that we’re not flipping a coin every time.” several community members opposed the rebate request co-owner of Alpenglow Books in downtown Glenwood said the proposal would directly harm her small “I closed my store an hour early today so I could be here and present my case,” Hake said “I think it is obvious that this proposal would directly and negatively impact our business.” She said she and her husband opened their shop in 2024 without any financial help from the city “Spencer and I spent months constructing sanding and staining bookshelves in our driveway,” she said “We did that instead of asking the city to subsidize us.” Hake said giving money to a corporation backed by a hedge fund while local retailers are left to fend for themselves “If they cannot make enough money here and need taxpayer money to justify moving in then they should not be here,” Hake said “You would send a clear message to local small businesses and entrepreneurs you are not a priority and you are not valued.” The Glenwood Meadows development is one of the city’s largest tax generators It operates under a public improvement fee which helped fund infrastructure like roads and traffic signals when the project was first built Glenwood Springs Community and Economic Development Director Hannah Klausman said the city has historically supported a limited number of incentives when the city approved a rebate to bring in Marshall’s and expand Natural Grocers Thursday’s vote followed another incentive denial earlier this month council rejected a $2 million sales tax rebate tied to a proposal to redevelop the former Safeway site on Grand Avenue with Harbor Freight and Arc Thrift Store Despite the council’s unanimous vote the door remains open for the project to proceed without city assistance “This only relates to the tax initiative that was being requested,” Klausman said “Barnes and Noble as a tenant — that decision is between the business and the property owner.” Whether the bookstore ultimately opens in Glenwood Meadows will depend on what happens next in private negotiations “We don’t decide that,” Klausman said “It’s a matter between the developer and the business at this point.” half of Glenwood High School's football field bleachers were packed on April 30 with community members to remember three children and an 18-year-old who died two days prior It was the second vigil for the four Ball-Chatham students Ainsley Johnson The girls were killed when the driver of a vehicle struck several people outside of the YNOT Outdoors after-school facility before the vehicle crashed into and through the building More: 'All that matters is that we support one another.' Chatham honors crash victims at vigil Illinois State Police have not said publicly what might have caused the driver to veer into the building appreciated the support from the community but this helps a little bit,” he told the crowd that was likely in the thousands Britton said he woke up Tuesday morning having not slept much “But I picked up my bible and it was really heavy And the one thing that I got out of my reading that day is that God is good also thanked the community for turning out to support Rylee and the other girls who lost their lives “I just pray in the upcoming months that we can just heal and hold each other tight And to the kids that knew Rylee and knew her so well – she loved you placing flowers and items beside four crosses near the center of the football field including Village of Chatham President Dave Kimsey Four juniors from GHS paid respects to Rylee Britton ahead of the vigil as they placed flowers at a memorial for her at the YNOT Outdoors building where the crash took place Addison Metzger and Sydney West were friends and teammates with Britton on the swim team "She was a really great person," they said adding that Britton would always smile in passing in the hallway and was always there for them if they wanted to talk One of the two shared that they once accidentally hit a car at the parking lot and school and Rylee approached them and asked if she was okay The group attended the first vigil for the victims and said they appreciated seeing the community come together "I don’t think our community has ever seen something like this before…nobody knows how to respond because we shouldn’t know how to respond to something like this," one of the young women said Junior Alexis Gee and sophomore Roman Neuf also paid their respects at the memorial Wednesday even though they didn't know Britton personally More: Accessing local journalism is even easier with the State Journal-Register app Gee has met with many of her schoolmates in the community in the wake of the tragedy She said it's hard to see them crying and dealing with grief even when it's people she doesn't know well "I’ve driven by this place so many times and you never think that something like this is going to happen…you never think things like this are going to happen," she said Kerri Varner's daughter is a senior at GHS and her fellow classmates’ mother is planning a funeral Varner doesn't pressure her daughter to talk with her about the tragedy but is there for her when she wants to talk That’s my biggest thing is what the kids are going through and how it’s going to impact them." 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San Angelo Buyers Ready to Pay You Cash for Your Property indie web and mobile news platform with a local audience larger than all the San Angelo TV stations Advertising here can transform your business We understand that seeing some stories may be difficult for some readers Our goal as a news organization is to report on matters of public interest with accuracy and fairness While we recognize that certain stories can be sensitive or unsettling we are committed to providing transparent and factual reporting to keep our community informed If there are specific inaccuracies or additional context you believe would enhance the story, we encourage you to share those with us for consideration. We take our responsibility to the community seriously and strive to maintain a respectful dialogue with our audience. Contact us here News | Mar 7 The long-vacant Safeway building in Glenwood Springs is set to become home to an ARC Thrift Store and a Harbor Freight. The property at 2001 Grand Ave. has been empty since 2019, when Safeway closed after more than 50 years at the location Despite securing tenants and moving forward with renovations the project hit a roadblock Thursday when Glenwood Springs City Council denied a $2 million tax incentive request The renovation will divide the former Safeway into two separate retail spaces a Colorado-based nonprofit with more than 65 locations statewide provides support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities operates more than 1,500 locations across the U.S Both businesses have signed 15-year leases and will bring about 60 full-time and part-time jobs to Glenwood Springs Glenwood Springs Community Development Director Hannah Klausman introduced an economic analysis on the potential impact of the new businesses The data compiled showed that thrift stores often take business away from existing ones with about 68% of new sales shifting from other stores in the first year demand for thrift stores in Glenwood Springs remains high “We did see about a 68% cannibalization from existing stores within that opening year,” Klausman said But that did really level off after that first year.” She noted that hardware stores were expected to have less of an impact as many residents currently leave the area to buy certain products requested a 50% sales tax rebate over 15 years to help cover building upgrades and stormwater improvements required by the city told council members the property had been in disrepair for years and required significant investment and I’m pretty transparent,” Miller said despite this property being on the market for five or six years I came around when there was competition on it I suspect the hospital would have likely bought the property… which would have likely resulted in zero sales tax revenue perhaps some freeze or forgiveness on real estate taxes as well.” Miller explained that the purchase price alone was $6.5 million and structural updates — would add to the cost “The percentage of the sales tax revenue that we’re asking for is half and I understand that that’s somewhat customary on similar incentives that have been agreed to and approved through the municipality,” Miller said this is coming based upon the sole success of the property We’re not asking for any additional money or revenue that otherwise was not created from the actual development and project that we are creating ourselves.” Council members debated whether the request fit within the city’s economic incentive policies Some expressed concerns about the impact on local businesses while others questioned whether a tax rebate was appropriate for a development that was already moving forward Sumner Shacter said the incentive was too large and lacked a formal policy framework “This is a big ask,” Shacter said based on the projections and the unknown cannibalization the payback period — albeit we have zero sales tax now — the payback period is pretty long for the size of the ask.” Councilor Mitchell Weimer questioned whether the city should offer financial support to a project that would compete with existing businesses we’re talking about a hardware store and a thrift store and the town is chock-a-block with both already,” Weimer said “Businesses have worked really hard to get to where they are and hardware stores and thrift stores that are within almost a stone’s throw of the Safeway building I think we owe it to our existing partners and our local business owners to prioritize them versus newcomers.” Councilor Marco Dehm proposed a smaller rebate focused only on stormwater improvements but the council ultimately voted unanimously to deny the request Mayor Ingrid Wussow and council members Jonathan Godes and Matthew Simms were not in attendance redevelopment of the former Safeway will continue as planned confirmed that permits have been secured and work will begin immediately “We start construction on Monday,” Williams Construction co-owner Mike Lamb said “The city’s building department has been great to work with and we’re excited to transform this site into something beneficial for the community.” Lamb said the project includes significant structural work beyond simple remodeling and a 2-millimeter asphalt overlay for the parking lot A new stormwater treatment system will also be installed to prevent runoff from reaching the Roaring Fork River “We’re putting in an elaborate stormwater treatment plan,” Lamb said “As a fisherman who loves the Roaring Fork River I want to make sure it’s taken care of.” city officials said Millco Investments could reapply for a smaller Tier 1 sales tax rebate which is capped at 20% and applies only to system improvement fees “We’re here for the long haul,” Miller said “This property has been sitting empty for too long and we’re excited to bring new energy and jobs to Glenwood Springs.” 2024.The Colorado River is starting to swell with spring runoff Avi Stopper clocked a gap in the Western United States' most important water supply Stopper was driving back to Denver from an event in Carbondale Heading east on Interstate 70 through Glenwood Canyon he saw the Colorado River perform a curious trick.  “What I would consider the lower part of Glenwood Canyon had the Colorado River in its normal state: Raging amongst the stones and rapids and that sort of thing,” Stopper said “And then as we drove a little farther east Stopper found the observation curious because he was traveling upriver “Maybe there's some sort of pipe or workaround or something like that,” Stopper theorized in his question to Colorado Wonders “But something that consumes the entire river and then empties it out farther downstream Stopper is onto something with his theory.  division engineer for the Colorado River Basin for the Colorado Division of Water Resources says Stopper most likely witnessed a roughly two-mile stretch where up to 1,400 cubic feet per second of water takes the scenic route through Xcel Energy’s Shoshone Hydro Electric Generating Plant If that diversion is happening during high-water months like May the difference can be seen by drivers heading east the power plant can divert every single drop of water that's in the Colorado River and other times a year the stream flow is significant and it's hardly noticeable what the power plant's actually diverting off the stream system,” Heath said Have a question or curiosity about the Centennial State? Ask us, and we may answer your question in Colorado WondersThe water rights are considered “nonconsumptive,” which means there’s no water lost in the process That’s also why the river disappeared and reappeared a short time later on Avi’s drive Water leaves the river at a diversion dam near the Hanging Lake Tunnel and then reenters the river at the Shoshone plant Heath said it’s about a 2-mile stretch and there’s little entering the stream during that period.  “There's a little bit of gate leakage there at the diversion dam There are a couple small minor tributaries that come in between the diversion dam and the returns from the powerhouse but it's a small trickle at times during the year,” Heath said.  It’s not the only place on the Colorado River where such a phenomenon can happen if the conditions are right there’s a point where water is diverted for irrigation and hydropower they're diverting both for power and for irrigation operations They can divert the entirety of the river,” Heath said.  The Shoshone plant is notable not only for the vanishing point it can create in Glenwood Canyon but also for its importance in water conservation efforts and the water rights that feed the plant are among the oldest on the Colorado River a group of Western Slope entities have been working to purchase the water rights for close to $100 million in order to prevent them from possibly being bought up for diversion to the Front Range Colorado Postcards are snapshots of our colorful state in sound. They give brief insights into our people and places, our flora and fauna, and our past and present, from every corner of Colorado. Listen now. © 2025 Colorado Public Radio. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy The public can soon take a digital walking tour of Huntsville’s oldest surviving African American cemetery and learn more about the notable people interred there Founded by the City in 1870, Glenwood Cemetery is located at 224 Blake Street NW volunteers and organizations have worked to gather data including biographical information the Twickenham Town Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) began working to upload this information to an app for easy access by those interested in Glenwood’s history No burial records for Glenwood were kept until the 1950s and there was no historical plot of the cemetery former Cemetery Director Joy McKee identified located and cataloged all the graves in Glenwood These efforts led to the cemetery’s listing in the Alabama’s Register of Historic Cemeteries and National Register of Historic Places in 2023 “We are so appreciative of the hard work of so many to provide this window into the past lives of Huntsville’s African American community,” City Cemetery Director Tara Sloan said and this digital walking tour will offer the opportunity for people all over the country and world to learn more about its occupants.” a bronze QR code placed at the entrance to Glenwood will allow visitors to access the digital walking tour Visitors may also access the tour via The Clio an educational website and mobile application that guides the public to thousands of historical and cultural sites throughout the U.S For more information on the City’s cemeteries, visit HuntsvilleAL.gov/cemetery News | Apr 6 Nearly 2,000 people filled Sayre Park in Glenwood Springs on Saturday in a powerful show of local resistance to Project 2025 and other far-right policies joining millions across the country for a national “Hands Off!” day of action was one of more than 1,200 events held in all 50 states Organizers estimate over 5.2 million people took part nationwide “We had about 400 people pre-registered,” local organizer Debbie Bruell said It really shows how eager people are to express their outrage and hope.” protestors stretched across the western half of Sayre Park waving handmade signs and lining Grand Avenue with messages like “Silence is complicity,” “Hands off due process,” and “Democracy dies in silence Make some noise!” Drivers honked and waved in steady support throughout the afternoon “We’re not waiting for a superhero to save us,” Bruell said that will stop the authoritarian takeover we’re witnessing That’s why our theme was ‘Activism is our superpower.'” Bruell also delivered a direct message to the crowd “We’re here to demand a stop to the Trump-Musk regime’s assault on our freedoms,” she said “We’re here to demand a stop to their looting of our social programs for the benefit of their billionaire backers and we’re here to demand a stop to their constant scapegoating of immigrants and trans people in their attempt to divide and conquer us.” Speakers from around the region took the stage offering emotional and personal testimonies about what’s at stake Former Garfield County Library trustee Jocelyn Durrance warned of political interference at local libraries Glenwood Springs Middle School science teacher and 2022 Colorado Teacher of the Year Autumn Rivera urged the crowd to embrace inclusive education “Education is better when we celebrate diversity,” Rivera said She then handed the microphone to her student “She’s smart and funny,” Greener said “If they cut the Department of Education Greener was honored at the end of the rally with Mountain Action Indivisible’s “Everyday Superhero” award — a moment that brought cheers and a few tears from the crowd “Many people think rural communities don’t organize like big cities do,” Rivera said “But Saturday showed just the opposite This valley is full of people who care — and who are willing to stand up together.” retirees and even a few political figures from across the aisle Former Republican state house candidate Caleb Waller said he attended not to protest “I see people here I know — business owners election judges — these are good people,” Waller said but we all care about our community.” Waller said growing division in the country is worrying “It’s not OK that we’ve started shopping at stores based on political beliefs,” he said The real choice is whether we divide ourselves into sides or do the hard thing — recognize that good Republicans and good Democrats both love this country.” The event’s visual centerpiece was a red reinforcing the rally’s call to action One woman wore a denim jacket painted with the phrase “HANDS OFF WHAT YOU NAME IT…” with others writing in words like “Books,” “Our allies” and “The press” in black marker Rally-goer Jane Huyser said the energy was unlike anything she’d felt in a long time “The positivity was a joy to behold.” Bruell said the crowd far exceeded expectations Steering committee members Jess Richardson and Lori Brandon helped coordinate the event Brandon said the creative signs and peaceful tone reflected the spirit of the community Bruell said the rally was proof that a broad cross-section of the Roaring Fork Valley is ready to push back — and move forward “We’ve organized a few events now and every single time we’re blown away by the response,” she said “There are so many people out there who share these values News | Apr 27 Glenwood Springs senior Eli Meyer started this season with a few quiet goals Breaking a 33-year-old school record was one of them Meyer raced across the finish line in 14.76 seconds breaking the 110-meter hurdles record of 14.88 set by Trent Peabody in 1992 that was kind of one of my goals,” Meyer said “I thought it was maybe something I could obtain but I didn’t really know if it was going to happen.” Meyer came close to the mark at Glenwood’s home meet but could not quite get there. It all came together in Craig “I ran close to it at the Demon Invitational but wasn’t able to break it,” Meyer said I broke that barrier and got through.” He knew he had something special the moment he leaned through the line I looked at the clock and it said 14.9,” Meyer said “The record was 14.88 so I thought maybe Then they posted it as 14.76 and I went and hugged my coach.” Head coach Parker Kennedy said it was a moment the whole team celebrated “When someone showed us the time on their phone we all jumped up and started yelling,” Kennedy said “I looked over to the bleachers where the team was and yelled Meyer’s road to track was anything but typical He played baseball his freshman year but got cut his sophomore year after skipping a tryout to go skiing “I went skiing with a friend instead of going to the last baseball tryout,” Meyer said so I emailed the track coach and joined two weeks late.” “I sucked really bad sophomore year,” Meyer said who coached hurdles last season before becoming head coach he already looked fast and strong,” Kennedy said “The other coaches told me he had made huge strides from the year before.” Kennedy said Meyer’s success comes down to hard work disciplined and the hardest worker on the team,” Kennedy said “He’s also one of the most coachable kids I have ever had.” Meyer fought through challenges even on race day he broke his finger playing spike ball with friends “He had a splint on his finger and then his starting blocks slipped when he pushed out,” Kennedy said Meyer said he found his rhythm after the first few hurdles “I heard my coach yell ‘your leg’ and I knew I had to push harder,” Meyer said “Once I got over those last six hurdles I could feel it was going to be a fast time.” Meyer competes in more than just the 110 hurdles competes in the long jump and runs on the 4×200 and 4×400 meter relay teams “I’m hoping to train for the decathlon this summer too,” Meyer said “That’s my long term goal.” Meyer and teammate Dylan Parch both ran strong times in the 300 hurdles “Both Eli and Dylan are right near qualifying for state,” Kennedy said “And our four-by-four relay team is close too.” Meyer said the idea of going to state feels almost unreal “It feels like imposter syndrome a little bit,” Meyer said “I feel like I’m not actually that good but it’s crazy to think about.” Meyer has kept his focus on academics.He ranks high in his class at Glenwood Springs High School and serves as president of the Aerospace Club he will attend the Colorado School of Mines in Golden “I’m excited to go to Mines,” Meyer said “It’s a great school and it fits what I want to do.” he still loves getting outdoors every chance he gets “I just love being outside,” Meyer said The Glenwood Springs track and field team will compete at the 4A Western Slope League meet this weekend in Grand Junction they head to the Windjammer Invitational in Lakewood for a final tune-up before the CHSAA State Championships May 15-17 at Jeffco Stadium Kennedy said the team is aiming to send multiple athletes to state “It’s competitive this year but our kids are right there,” Kennedy said “We are excited to see what they can do.” “I’m excited for what’s next,” Meyer said “I just want to keep getting better every day.” Nestled in the rolling hills of Western Howard County Arthur Community Center on Route 97 and serves older adults age 50 and over Recognized by the Maryland Association of Senior Centers for its award-winning programs it provides varied life-long learning opportunities Recreation and Parks operates a fitness center at this location for all adults For those who prefer to maintain their optimal health and wellness without leaving the comfort of home the Howard County Office on Aging & Independence will continue to offer virtual programs and virtual fitness pass classes in addition to in-person options to engage Check out the quarterly issues of the 50+ Center newsletters for a list of current virtual programs and view the Virtual Fitness class schedule Our GO50+ membership packages are designed to enhance the quality of life for the 50+ adult population that lives The basic membership is free and includes access to the Gary J Arthur and North Laurel Community Centers and all Howard County 50+ Centers The GO50+ Fitness membership adds use of the fitness rooms at 50+ centers plus access to the Roger Carter Recreation Center The GO50+ Pool membership includes all GO50+ benefits plus use of the Roger Carter Center pool Keep up to date on all activities occurring at this center by subscribing to the Glenwood 50 + Center Newsletter Register for all classes being offered at the Glenwood 50+ Center online The congregate meal program is resuming at most centers and will be offered one to two days per week depending on the site Howard County residents aged 60 and over and their spouses of any age are eligible to participate in this program and are asked to make a voluntary Congregate meals allow older adults to enjoy a well-balanced meal in a group setting offering the opportunity for social engagement All of the Howard County 50+ Centers serve meals that have been planned and approved by a registered dietitian Glenwood Springs High School junior Allie Allred has always been passionate about climate issues but she’s never had the opportunity to attend one of the many Youth Climate Summits held around the globe each year — until now Allred and over 90 other Colorado high school students — many from rural areas — will head to Carbondale’s Third Street Center for the inaugural Colorado Youth Climate Summit cost-free climate intensive is an opportunity for students to delve into regional climate issues build connections and learn how to make an impact Modeled after the Youth Climate Summit created by the Wild Center in New York the Colorado Summit joins a network of over 60 past and present summit sites around the world.  The event is funded by Lyra Colorado, a Denver-based education nonprofit, and organized in partnership with Carbondale’s Wild Rose Education diverse education opportunities to urban and rural communities through immersive The nonprofit also actively supports the development of green skills for the modern workforce.   “We are very interested in climate literacy,” Lyra CEO Mary Seawell said “We want youth to have economic opportunity in their communities and believe that a ranching kid is going to need to know how to do different ranching practices or a youth that is very involved in  recreation and will potentially get a job in the recreation industry Students at the summit will spend Friday and Saturday building friendships and learning about climate issues and solutions They’ll even have an opportunity to choose plan and execute a local climate action project.  The summit can also help eligible students fulfill the experiential learning requirements they need to earn a Colorado Seal of Climate Literacy. The seal is a diploma endorsement championed by Lyra and created by Colorado Senate Bill 24-014 A handful of designated youth leaders won’t just attend the summit — they’ll help lead it “(The summit) was something we believed was needed because we’re working in so many rural communities and seeing the interest from youth there,” Seawell said to come in and say what they should be doing or should be interested in So we’re basically facilitating their work.” the student leaders have met bi-weekly to organize the summit choosing everything from the event’s date to the agenda They rounded up hosts for over two dozen activities and workshops from a simulation game led by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment to community composting with Evergreen Zero Waste.  The students even decided to bring elected officials and policymakers to the summit they’ll get a chance to ask state and local leaders questions and receive feedback on their climate action project plans Officials attending the summit include Pitkin County Commissioner Jeffrey Woodruff a Constituent Advocate from the office of Congressman Jason Crow and Kathy Gebhardt a Colorado State Board of Education member a science teacher at Yampah Mountain High School is one of the advisors who guided the youth leaders throughout the planning process.  “My role isn’t to lecture them “I’m behind the scenes,  more of a mentor-type so to say connecting the dots between climate science and real world action and guiding students to dive into partnerships think through complex systems and navigate how to launch their projects So rather than just thinking about it and learning about it making sure that they could get those done.” The list of speakers Allred invited includes Jacelyn Downey from the Audubon Rockies Nature and Our Climate Future.”  Although Allred is looking forward to several workshops she’s most excited to meet new mentors and connect with her peers and community.  It’s also a rare chance for Allred to have honest conversations about climate issues with her peers “I feel like some kids are interested in it so it’s not something that we just talk about,” she said Okula has seen a lot of climate anxiety, or distress about dangerous climate changes, in her students. According to a 2022 environmental impact survey by the Harris Poll and the National 4-H Council around 89% of teens regularly think about the environment and most are more worried than hopeful.  Okula encourages her students to transform climate anxiety into climate agency.  “Their curiosity has grown and they’re really connecting what’s happening in our world with thinking about the future,” she said Instead of thinking about what’s happening now it’s looking 20 years into the future and seeing how they can make the world a better place.” students are expected to walk away with minds primed for action and a renewed sense of learning and hope — ready to carry lessons from the weekend back to schools and communities across the state “The sense of learning doesn’t end at the classroom door explaining what she’s most looking forward to at the summit knowing that they have that pathway to get to and seeing the overall project and how they execute everything and honestly knowing that they did such a huge thing.” Visit coyouthclimatesummit.org to join the youth wait list for this year’s summit or for potential presenters and workshop leaders (WICS) — The Chatham community came together once again at Glenwood High School's football field to honor the lives lost in a tragic crash on Monday This gathering followed a vigil held at Village Square Park on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the community and called for ongoing support for students so this is just one mechanism that demonstrates the power of our student population and how passionate they are about us as a school district and making sure that they are okay as well I fully support the efforts that they've put forward," said Dr The vigil was organized by the Glenwood High School Senior Council showcasing the resilience and leadership of the students As students prepare to return to the classroom on Friday teachers will return a day earlier to receive training Lamon explained that this preparation is crucial for helping teachers support students and manage their own emotions "We're providing them training on how to do those community circles with their students when they return on Friday But also giving them guidance on how to respond to questions that students might have And how to process their own emotions at this time," she said Lamon also confirmed that the school year will not be extended as the recent days have been designated as e-learning days As the community and school district continue to mourn they encourage each other to offer support during this difficult time News | Mar 4 The Glenwood Springs Demons varsity hockey team watched their title dreams drift away Monday night swallowed by the tide of Steamboat Springs Sailors in the 4A CHSAA State Championship 2 Sailors at the University of Denver’s Magness Arena on Monday night falling just short of hoisting their first state title banner Steamboat Springs rode the momentum to a 4-2 victory in the 4A CHSAA state championship The Demons had beaten the Sailors by a combined score of 7-1 in two matchups earlier this season “It hasn’t really set in yet,” junior Brady Luetke said “To have all the work we put in — six days a week every week since June — just ripped out of our hands like that but despite outshooting Steamboat by eight Glenwood couldn’t get enough breaks to turn the tide “I honestly felt like we played better,” Luetke said but the puck didn’t go our way tonight The bounces just weren’t there for us but I thought we played our hearts out.” Senior captain Jacob Roggie tied the game early in the second period taking a pass from freshman Weston Jacober and firing it past the Steamboat goalie to make it 1-1 Steamboat struck twice in just 12 seconds midway through the second period flipping a tight contest into a 3-1 Sailors lead in an instant “The bench was pretty quiet during that moment,” Demons assistant coach Bryan Gonzales said “They were trying to rile each other up telling each other that they’ve been here before Glenwood fought back late in the second period Luetke took a feed from sophomore Cash Hilgeford behind the net and slipped it past the goalie’s left skate “I felt like I was there for a reason and we could pull it out after that.” The Demons battled through every second of the third period but Steamboat delivered the final blow with three minutes remaining anchoring their lead and igniting their fan section “I saw a lot of hard work,” Gonzales said “I thought we outworked them most of the game but we just didn’t have any luck today Sometimes you just don’t win a game.” The Demons have made two state championship apperances in the past three years holding the top seed in the tournament each year “We wear that Demon on our chest to show the Glenwood spirit and we know our town has our back,” Luetke said I have to give all the credit to Coach Cota He’s the best coach I’ve ever had and the best coach I’ll ever have.” The Demons will look different next season after saying goodbye to 10 seniors Monday night Gonzales reflected on his veteran defensemen who made his job as defensive coach “easy.” “We had arguably four of the best defensemen in the state and coaching this entire senior class over these past four years has been such a pleasure,” he said They made my job really easy and a lot of fun.” Glenwood’s younger players got valuable experience Thirteen underclassmen played key roles throughout the season “We are going to use this as motivation,” Hilgeford said “I think this might be what we need to push us over the hump.” Freshman goalie Issac Zevin kept it short and simple News | Mar 2 4 Summit Tigers delivered a hockey game to remember on Saturday sending the 2024-25 CHSAA Class 4A state semifinals into an overtime thriller It took an extra period to determine a winner with both teams creating scoring chances in overtime securing its second state championship appearance in three years Senior defenseman Sam Rosenberg scored the game-winner though he didn’t realize it at first “I didn’t even know it went in until everyone started cheering,” Rosenberg said Summit’s season ends after an impressive 14-5 run winning eight of its last nine games before falling to the Demons “The message all season was don’t let the game come down to bounces or the refs and we kind of let that happen today,” Summit head coach Chris Miller said The two Western Slope teams faced off at Ed Robson Arena in Colorado Springs on Saturday morning The contest was highly competitive from start to finish Glenwood found a way to win despite struggling in the first two periods controlling the pace in the first 25 minutes The Tigers’ fast and physical play forced Glenwood onto its heels early the momentum appeared to be in Summit’s favor Summit senior Eli Powers and junior Owen Lewis connected to put the Tigers up 2-0 with six minutes left in the second period We knew it was going to be a battle,” Glenwood head coach Tim Cota said “We got stronger as the game went on Momentum shifted with three minutes remaining in the second period when Glenwood scored twice in an 11-second span Glenwood senior captain Wylon Deter scored three seconds into a late second-period power play senior Beck Weatherred capitalized on a loose puck in front of the net “Those 15 seconds changed everything,” Miller said “Going up 2-0 put us in a good position but a couple of mistakes and some poor net-front coverage can do that That’s the way hockey goes sometimes You never really know what you’re going to get.” Summit senior goalie Matthew Tater made several key saves to keep the score tied even after Glenwood found its footing ‘Get another one while they’re on their heels,’ and they did,” Cota said The third period showcased both teams at their best with both goaltenders making critical saves to keep their seasons alive Zevin and Tater proved why they were their teams’ last line of defense The final two periods featured strong forechecks and numerous odd-man rushes “(Tater) was great,” Miller said “He made all the saves he was supposed to and the ones he had no business saving It’s just unfortunate it had to end this way.” proved why he earned the starting role for Glenwood He finished the regular season with the lowest goals-against average in the state at 1.33 — fifth-lowest in the nation “I just love being out there competing with the boys,” Zevin said Glenwood is now one win away from its first state championship win in program history 2 Steamboat Springs on Monday at Magness Arena on the University of Denver campus News | Apr 15 Heroism doesn’t mean competing with those around you but rather serving them in ways both large and small.  It can mean taking swift action to protect the lives of those around you in the face of an armed suspect or stabilizing a patient at the scene of a crash.  Yet it can also be as simple as doing yard work for an elderly resident no longer able to do it herself Or working to help law enforcement in their charitable efforts such as Shop with a Cop Law Enforcement and Family night and more.  Such was the span of heroics recognized and honored at a Glenwood Springs Police Department ceremony on Sunday at Valley View Hospital.  It was the fifth year such a ceremony had been organized which brought together police department officers and staff their families as well as members of the community One individual honored Sunday was not a police officer but a resident of Glenwood Springs — and a doctor at Valley View Hospital whose swift actions following a crash on Grand Avenue in 2024 helped save the life of a woman Deputy Chief John Hassell said the Life Saving Award is typically reserved for officers and those of first responders on the scene helped save a woman’s life after she was gravely injured in a catastrophic crash near Glenwood Springs High School Peery heard the crash while at Espresso Hut and immediately went to the scene to help One of the drivers involved was upside down in her vehicle and Peery quickly determined that her airway was obstructed which could’ve resulted in permanent brain damage.  “He raised her head while securing her spinal column which opened her airway,” Hassell said “When emergency personnel from the Glenwood Springs Fire Department arrived keeping her secure and breathing until she was able to be cut out of the vehicle delegation of resources and immediate medical attention definitively saved this woman’s life and preserved the scene for officers to investigate Peery for his selfless acts as he thrust himself into this chaotic situation.” The next person to receive an award Sunday night accepted it as humbly as is humanly possible Deputy Police Chief John Hassell was honored with the Terry Wilson Special Merit Award which was established and named on behalf of Glenwood Springs’ former police chief who retired in 2020 which is exactly how Hassell conducts himself as an officer After code enforcement received reports of a blighted property in 2024 and let her know that her property required some work to bring it into compliance.  “(He) learned of this situation and went to her home and spoke with this lady,” Deras said she told him she did not have financial resources to compensate him for the work; he told her he was not interested in any compensation.” Hassell went over to the woman’s house on his day off and completed the necessary work.  “John never mentioned this to anyone and he’s not one to seek recognition,” Deras said This act of kindness and concern for a neighbor is exactly why the Chief Terry Wilson Award has been initiated.” Two Glenwood Springs officers were recognized Sunday for their quick response on Labor Day 2024 to an armed suspect at Glenwood Meadows Evan Wagstrom and Officer Cameron Williams were both honored with the Medal of Valor the department’s second-highest award for their actions when suddenly facing an armed man at Glenwood Meadows What originated as responding to a man with an outstanding warrant escalated dramatically when the man pulled out an AR-style rifle and confronted the officers the suspect produced an assault-based weapon with every intention of attacking these officers,” Deras said both officers took evasive measures.” Williams was able to keep track of the suspect’s location while Wagstrom coordinated communication to bring additional resources to the scene as quickly as possible With hundreds of other people in the Meadows facing danger from the armed suspect critically wounding the suspect and keeping Wagstrom and everyone else at the Glenwood Meadows safe Wagstrom spoke personally about Williams’ swift actions and heroism that day.“Like most I couldn’t recall what I did on any of the past Labor Day celebrations but it is doubtful that I will ever forget the Labor Day of 2024,” Wagstrom said “That is the day I witnessed Officer Cameron Williams save my life and the lives of possibly countless others at the Meadows shopping center.” Williams’ heroic actions originated in a deep spirit of service to others “Arthur Ashe describes heroism as ‘Remarkably sober It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost but the urge to serve others at whatever the cost.’ … “Officer Williams’ selfless actions embodied the very best of our profession as he engaged our suspect without delay at the risk of his own life.” Two individuals were also recognized for the work they do to help promote and support community relations and engagement: Cory Madsen and Paul Kapturkiewicz two of Target’s loss prevention officers “They have been very instrumental with a lot of our events,” Lt citing their work they’ve done in helping host Shop with a Cop GSPD’s newest additions were recognized as well as all officers who received new assignments promotions or hit a milestone in their years of service Glenwood Springs Fire Department’s new Battalion Chief who attended the ceremony with plans to begin something similar for firefighters in the near future Glenwood Springs High School’s JROTC cadets fresh off of their win at the Rocky Mountain Western Classic Drill Competition in Denver presented the colors at the beginning of the ceremony News | Mar 11 David Townsley has been a resident of the Roaring Fork Valley for 35 years spending most of that time in Glenwood Springs he helped many local families achieve homeownership he is running for the at-large City Council seat to give back to the community that has given him so much Townsley believes in balancing growth with maintaining Glenwood’s quality of life ensuring the city remains a great place to live for years to come I’ve been a resident of the valley for 35 years were born in the old Valley View Hospital and both graduated from Glenwood Springs High School Although I live in Ward 1 at the top of Walz Avenue with my partner I was in the mortgage banking business until April of last year working for numerous banks as well as partnering in my own business It was a pleasure helping people achieve homeownership and I still have people remind me how I helped them buy their first home — a very rewarding career the community and city have been such a wonderful place to live I’m fortunate to be in a position where I can give back in a small way for all that I’ve received If I can continue to make a difference for residents — both now and in the future — that would be very rewarding I firmly believe that a City Council member’s job is stewardship just as much as handling day-to-day issues the biggest challenge is balancing the needs of growth with the quality of life for current residents This is an ongoing issue for many small mountain towns in Colorado as well as other tourist destinations across the country and even globally we need to strike a balance in the types of growth we want to see while maintaining the aspects of Glenwood that make it such a wonderful place to live in the first place Housing prices and affordability are issues that won’t be solved anytime soon Glenwood is a unique town where more people want to live than there are homes available Our town is geographically constrained — land is limited in all directions City council’s role is to take input from residents and determine how the government can or should play a role in local housing needs Editor’s note: The candidate combined the following two answers in his Q&A responses Economic development and tourism are both large parts of our economy Balancing these with the needs and desires of full-time residents while maintaining the character of Glenwood is crucial Valley View Hospital is becoming a strong regional medical hub and traditional manufacturing is not a major factor we are fortunate to have a thriving economy Many towns have to sell themselves to maintain economic growth — we don’t We should use long-term vision to decide what we want Glenwood to be and how we want to grow For those who lived through the Storm King City staff has been working to ensure plans are in place I’d like to see the city and county work more closely where their boundaries overlap — such as addressing the encampments on the south end of town News | Feb 26 Mind Springs Health will close its Glenwood Springs withdrawal management facility on March 10 The decision follows financial struggles and upcoming state and federal regulatory changes. The $1.8 million facility was funded through a collaboration of local governments, hospitals, and grants, including $200,000 from the city of Glenwood Springs. In May 2024, Garfield County commissioners approved a $49,500 grant to Mind Springs Health for operational costs The county also supplied $100,000 through its share of Colorado Opioid Settlement funds Glenwood Springs Mayor Ingrid Wussow said the closure is frustrating after so much effort went into the project “It was vetted by so many different organizations,” Wussow said “The community was behind this and it’s just so unfortunate that the execution did not play out to be such a success.” Garfield County Commissioner Mike Samson said officials spent years working to bring a detox facility to the area only to see it disappear less than a year after opening its doors “And now the wheels fall off the bus.” those experiencing withdrawal will need to rely on hospitals or other regional services “We return to what we were doing prior to this facility opening,” Wussow said “We’re fortunate Valley View and Grand River are capable but they were already holding us up before this facility even existed.” The closure comes a little more than three months after Mind Springs entered into a management agreement with Florida-based Larkin Health System Garfield County Commissioner Tom Jankovsky said new laws requiring higher standards for withdrawal management centers contributed to the closure “That was a shock to us,” Jankovsky said “We went through this whole planning process then found out all detox facilities will have to meet a new standard The detox facility isn’t the only Mind Springs facility shutting down the only inpatient psychiatric hospital on the Western Slope Jankovsky said the county wasn’t given much warning about either decision “We were completely caught off guard,” Jankovsky said The withdrawal management program in Grand Junction will remain open News | Apr 7 the long-discussed Canyon Vista housing project cleared its final local hurdle Thursday night earning unanimous approval from Glenwood Springs City Council proposed by Kansas City-based affordable housing developer Cohen-Esrey will rise on nearly four acres at 51993 U.S still holds remnants of an old plant nursery and a few aging residential structures Canyon Vista will provide income-restricted rentals for residents earning between 20% and 80% of the area median income with studio units starting as low as $358 per month “This is simply an opportunity for people to have a home,” Mayor Ingrid Wussow said “We’re talking about community members who are barely hanging on — and Canyon Vista will give them a landing pad.” The council vote included approval of the project’s major site architectural plan and a 1041 land-use review A 1041 land-use review refers to a permit for development in areas and activities of state interest required under Colorado law for certain projects located near state highways Because Canyon Vista is adjacent to Highway 6 it triggered this additional layer of review to ensure the project meets state and regional planning criteria Cohen-Esrey’s financing package includes low-income housing tax credits vouchers from the Garfield County Housing Authority and city support through Glenwood’s workforce housing fund The city also approved a forgivable loan for the project last July Developers expect to break ground in September with construction projected to take 18 months The plan includes two main residential buildings each with a mix of studio to three-bedroom units It will exceed city parking requirements and provide extensive bike parking A relocated RFTA bus shelter and sidewalk access to Donegan Road will further integrate the site into the neighborhood Because of the site’s steep grade and irregular layout the project requested seven design flexibility allowances permitted by city code for income-restricted housing These included reduced widths for landscaped islands and buffer strips and exceptions to retaining wall appearance standards Staff said these adjustments were well within code allowances and would not negatively affect surrounding properties “This is what we call capital-A affordable housing,” city planner Carl Watkins said “These are units the free market simply cannot provide.” Although the buildings approach 40 feet in height nearby elevation changes limit their visual impact on adjacent properties The project also includes a solar array mounted on terraced retaining walls which staff said would be minimally visible and not disruptive to nearby homes Council members raised questions about long-term affordability Developers confirmed the project meets affordability requirements under a 40-year covenant and is financially structured for long-term sustainability City staff confirmed that fire flows will be sufficient if served by city water One unresolved issue is the fate of a historic greenhouse on the property originally built at the Redstone Castle and moved to Glenwood Springs in the 1930s Council expressed strong interest in preserving it but no viable plan or willing taker has emerged The estimated cost to relocate the structure exceeds $1 million “I feel this greenhouse is in jeopardy,” Councilor Marco Dehm said “We need to figure out how to preserve it before it gets rolled into dust.” Public comment centered on an ongoing dispute between the city and Mitchell Creek Water District which claims a 1985 agreement prohibits Glenwood from providing water to properties within its boundaries without consent Several residents and water shareholders urged the city to delay approval The city declined to respond publicly due to active litigation Mayor Wussow acknowledged the concern but kept the discussion focused on the housing project “I learned of a young girl in this community living in someone’s garage right now This is the type of place where she might be able to find a landing pad.” Both the site plan and the 1041 permit were approved in 6-0 votes News | Apr 8 The Glenwood Springs Ice Queens women’s hockey team finished second after five grueling games in last weekend’s season-ending Mountain Division championship tournament at the Eagle Pool and Ice Rink The Women’s Association of Colorado Hockey sanctioned the 2024-25 tournament which featured eight teams from mountain towns including Breckenridge the Ice Queens had a target on their backs from the first puck drop They opened strong on Friday night with a 4-0 win over Breckenridge’s Fatty’s Fury Paige Pulliam broke the seal at 6:38 in the second is an alumna of the Grizzly Youth Hockey Association Additional goals came from Carbondale’s Sophia Jacober newcomer Julia Koch and another from Pulliam the Ice Queens tied the Violent Femmes 2-2 Jacober scored off an assist from Galen Hoover while Kristen Sutera Dumoulin added another Tucker also served two minutes for interference the Ice Queens routed the Vail Twin Peaks 7-2 Vail struck first at 12:53 in the opening period but Hoover responded just 30 seconds later and Glenwood poured in five more goals in the 15-minute period Kristen Davis and Lawrenz again found the back of the net with Glenwood’s defense holding strong Carbondale’s Charmian Featherstone served a two-minute penalty for holding late in the third Sunday morning’s semifinal saw Glenwood face Highway 82 rival Aspen MPs in front of a smaller crowd Glenwood opened with goals from the mother-daughter duo of Molly and Sophia Jacober Aspen answered with two goals to tie it at the end of the first They added one more midway through the second but that would be their last of the tournament The Queens responded with six unanswered goals then scored the game-winner just 57 seconds later Pulliam again and Koch once more rounded out the scoring Dumoulin served a two-minute minor for hooking in the third The championship game began at noon against the Steamboat Springs Panic the Ice Queens ran out of steam against the younger and highly skilled Steamboat squad falling 4-0 despite outshooting them 29-21 Goalie Kristen Fawcett of Edwards stopped 60 of 71 shots faced and stood tall in net all weekend Glenwood outshot every opponent and landed 21 goals on 152 attempts Pulliam led the team with 10 points overall Koch and Hoover each contributed five points defenseman Featherstone gave credit to the new champions “They’re a good team and deserved to win,” Featherstone said “It was challenging to play against some of their younger players.” Glenwood High School sophomore McKenzie Doe III was at track and field practice on the afternoon of April 28 when he saw helicopters flying overhead first to and then from YNOT Outdoors an after-school program on North Breckenridge Road in Chatham When Doe later heard that four people--all students in the Ball-Chatham school district--had been killed after a vehicle struck several people outside of the facility before the vehicle crashed into and through the building part of a large crowd that gathered at Village Square Park for a candlelight vigil on April 29 "(To see so many students and other people show up) it means how valuable everybody views each other in this community." More: 'It's just not fair.' Chatham community mourns 4 victims in fatal crash Red ribbons and white flowers were tied around support structures of the park's shelter area some participating lit candles in memory of those killed in the crash: Ainsley Johnson Before and after the service, put on by Chatham United Methodist Church and a number of clergy members from around the community students could sign handmade crosses and hearts provided by the New Orleans-based Lutheran Church Charities The nonprofit organization also provided a number of comfort animals at the vigil said the idea of a vigil sprung up the evening of the crash while details got ironed out the next day More: 'This unimaginable loss': Village, school officials respond to crash that killed four students "want to know what they can do because you feel helpless and you feel like you need to do something all that matters is that we support one another That is the only way to heal and move forward as a community." said for those who aren't as closely connected to a family or a child affected the immediacy of a tragedy will fade pretty quickly "But for families and individuals who have been incredibly impacted their suffering and sorrow is going to last," said Snider before the vigil even years and that can be incredibly isolating for persons "Our challenge is for our togetherness and our reminding one another that we're not alone isn't just for a short time it has to be for the long haul because people need to know they're not alone." Teammates of Alma Buhnerkempe came out to the park in their purple Sangamo United soccer jerseys said it won its first 9-U tournament over the weekend in Moline and the Quad Cities "Alma had a few of those goals and assists," said Strawn always smiling and making everyone laugh." The team plans on making special jerseys honoring Buhnerkempe's number 11 I think it's going to take a little time for them to realize what's going on." Village of Chatham President Dave Kimsey said what he has seen since the tragedy is community full of "with." "We're with the families of those who have lost loved ones We're with the families and children that are fighting "What has driven me and made this feel like my home and be the place that I wanted to represent and extol the virtues of Chatham it shows up in the moments when we celebrate together But the real strength of our community and the definition of what Chatham is and who we are shows up in the times of tragedy and the times of need and in the way everyone in the community finds their strength and finds their own way to provide a shoulder for a neighbor an ear for a loved one and an open heart for those who need it the most." Contact Steven Spearie: 217-622-1788; sspearie@sj-r.com; X News | Feb 27 8 Durango clashed in the state hockey playoffs Glenwood Springs edged out a 2-1 victory on Tuesday night at the Aspen Recreation Center breaking through in the final minutes of a defensive battle Glenwood advances to the Class 4A Colorado High School Activities Association state semifinals for the third consecutive year The game was a rematch of last year’s state semifinal when Durango defeated Glenwood 4-1 before going on to win the state championship Senior defenseman Grayson Alcorta delivered the game-winner with three minutes remaining ripping a wrist shot from the blue line past a screened goalie and sending the crowd into a frenzy “It was just amazing to play in this game,” Alcorta said we knew this could have been our last game We just had to focus on team defense and getting gritty down low because one goal could have decided the season.” The intensity was evident from start to finish Both teams traded early goals before defense and goaltending took over Glenwood was anchored in net by freshman Issac Zevin who ranks fifth in the nation in goals-against average (1.334) while Durango was backed by 2023-24 first-team all-state goalie Luka Remec Glenwood had five power-play opportunities but converted only once on Remec in a penalty-filled contest that featured eight infractions “We knew it was going to be a defensive struggle,” Glenwood head coach Tim Cota said We switched a couple things up in the third period and we ended up taking that final period even though it took a while to sneak one by him and it ended up paying off,” Cota said “That’s what we were talking about between periods — stick with the structure Momentum in hockey is like a runaway train — once it builds Glenwood’s aggressive forecheck started taking over in the third period it took nearly all 17 minutes to break the deadlock finding the puck on his stick at the blue line and firing it through traffic “We just didn’t want this to be our last game,” he said Glenwood entered the postseason following a dominant 16-1-1 regular season The single-elimination format doesn’t care if a team was undefeated or barely made the playoffs — every game is win or go home Glenwood Springs is well aware of how brutal the postseason can be it has yet to experience the ultimate joy of raising a state championship banner That goal remains in focus as Glenwood prepares for its next challenge — another rematch the only team to beat them in regulation this season in the state semifinals Saturday in Colorado Springs We want your feedback on pedestrian safety Glenwood South is a vibrant district known for its mix of established neighborhoods This growth highlights the urgent need for better transportation We must ensure that development serves today’s and tomorrow’s residents the Mobility Development Group in the Transportation Department is leading the Glenwood South Safety Pilot This project aims to greatly improve pedestrian safety and the overall experience on Glenwood Avenue our team will engage with residents near Glenwood South to gather valuable input We will also make quick updates to intersections These changes are not just temporary fixes; they are part of a bigger vision We aim to collect data on how pedestrians behave This data will help us recommend long-term streetscape improvements throughout Glenwood South Your input is important! 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For immediate customer service please refer to our staff directory News | Mar 13 Jon Banks has lived in Glenwood Springs for 30 years and is known for leading the “Keep Glenwood Glenwood” campaign which focused on preserving the city’s character With experience in radio and TV technical work and community advocacy Banks is running for City Council to ensure Glenwood Springs continues to be a place where residents feel at home and valued I’ve been lucky to call Glenwood Springs home for 30 years was able to grow up in this incredible community I had a career doing technical work for radio and TV stations People know me as a leader of the “Keep Glenwood Glenwood”  campaign and I serve on the city’s Charter Committee Running the “Keep Glenwood Glenwood”  campaign was a great experience were so encouraging that I decided to carry the message on and run for city council What makes Glenwood special is the quality of life we all share I’ll work to protect and preserve this way of life for future generations — and keep Glenwood a place where people act like neighbors But we should make Glenwood Springs better We’ve got a workforce housing committee that’s doing good work and trying different strategies to spend the affordable housing money effectively They’ve talked about helping mobile home park tenants buy their parks That preserves naturally affordable housing without increasing traffic or other impacts It’s a proven model with a good track record that turns renters into owners and helps them build equity and financial security It creates a strong neighborhood of people committed to Glenwood Springs we’ll be losing affordable housing faster than we can create it and we don’t mind sharing Glenwood with the tourists on the three-day weekends That’s good for us—it makes Glenwood vibrant Tourists come because Glenwood is a wonderful place If we keep it wonderful for the people who live here and I’m sure we’ll have discussions about how to get the amount and type of tourism that’s right for us Our police and fire departments are the experts on emergency response and evacuation planning News | Mar 6 Glenwood Springs has been missing a certain type of community connection since the legendary Gear Exchange on sixth street closed.  manager and ReplayGWS co-owner is stepping up to fill the role and help the Glenwood Springs community access valuable and affordable sporting gear.  is committed to supplying every member of the community with sporting gear trying to fill the glaring void created by the absence of the Gear Exchange.  “Honestly I started this place because I started to run out of room in my garage,” Fishman said with a smile because he has a lot of business knowledge and I have a lot of gear knowledge There has been a void in the community ever since the Gear Exchange went out of business everyone has had to drive to other places for gear There was a real itch in the community for this type of business.” ReplayGWS will host a grand opening on March 8 and 9 with food and a store wide 25% discount cherry on top from 10 a.m “The store is just going to eat the deficits because we want to get as many people in here as possible we’ll have food and drink and fun,” Fishman said The store ran a soft opening in February and the community has already shown the need of a sporting consignment store in Glenwood Springs.  “We want to get people outdoors without having them pay an arm and a leg to get out there,” Fishman said “We want to make this a community spot and we want to keep stuff out of the landfill we can accomplish all three of those goals.” the biggest constraint for youth in many sports is price and access to equipment their gear only gets a year or two of use before becoming too small “You know how fast they grow,” Fishman said “It’s great because they can get skis here and then they can bring them back and get a taller pair when they outgrow the initial pair They can go through their whole growth without actually having to buy a pair of new skis.” Fishman said he can already feel the community’s need and is already growing his clientele “I’ve already gotten a ton of support,” he said “My client list is already huge from people who have already cosigned stuff Everyone is just so excited that they don’t have to drive anywhere and they do consignment right here in town Everything is priced very fairly and we’re always taking donations.” ReplayGWS opened in the heyday of winter sports but will take on a different face when spring and summer begins to show their face ReplayGWS is selling any and all types of winter sporting gear News | Mar 16 A new resource aimed at strengthening financial stability for residents across the Roaring Fork and Colorado River valleys officially opened Thursday in Glenwood Springs The Financial Empowerment Center of the Rockies the first rural financial empowerment center in the nation celebrated its grand opening Thursday at Morgridge Commons in Glenwood Springs bilingual financial coaching to residents of Garfield “This is a game-changer,” said Barbara Freeman founder and CEO of the Savings Collaborative “By providing financial coaching at no cost to our residents we aim to build greater financial stability in our beautiful region.” The center is the result of years of collaboration between the three counties and the Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund It follows a model proven successful in urban areas but is uniquely designed to serve rural communities where access to financial services can be limited Eagle County Assistant Manager Regina O’Brien said the center aligns with the county’s long-term goals of creating a thriving “The Financial Empowerment Center of the Rockies is a shining example of these principles in action,” O’Brien said this organization is helping individuals and families gain the knowledge and confidence they need to build a brighter future.” Pitkin County Commissioner Kelly McNicholas Kury pointed to growing income disparities in the region and how financial stability remains out of reach for many “The pandemic really brought into even more focus how these disparities hit people at home,” McNicholas Kury said “A tool like this is going to be really important for being able to close those gaps.” Pitkin County Deputy Director of Human Services Sam Landercasper who played a key role in launching the center said the need for financial support is real despite the area’s reputation as a wealthy resort region “There’s this stigma that Aspen and Vail are places where everyone is rich and everything is fine,” Landercasper said “The reality is we have a whole different set of problems brought about by the high cost of living This center brings recognition to that and provides real solutions.” The center’s services will be especially valuable to those who fall into what Landercasper called the “living wage gap” — residents who don’t qualify for traditional assistance programs but still struggle to afford basic expenses “This is just something that I think these services are going to be so impactful for people,” Landercasper said “We’re hoping this is going to be a service and it’s gonna be really helpful for them to help build credit The project has also drawn support from state and national leaders who sent a recorded message congratulating those involved “Congratulations to the FEC of the Rockies on this exciting milestone opening our country’s first rural regional Financial Empowerment Center,” Polis said I’m focused on saving Coloradans money and expanding opportunity and prosperity for everyone and this new hub connects Coloradans to valuable financial resources building on our work to help Coloradans hold on to more of our hard-earned money.” director of the Colorado Office of Financial Empowerment said the center will be instrumental in helping residents gain long-term financial stability “Our goal is to support financial coaching and counseling professionals in doing this work with excellence and to connect more Coloradans with the tools and resources they need to build financial security and generational wealth,” Lass said Freeman said seeing the project come to life after years of work was an emotional moment which means everyone can now have access to this,” Freeman said “We have built something that will truly change lives.” The Financial Empowerment Center of the Rockies is now open to residents, offering free financial coaching as a public service to help individuals and families secure their financial futures. Those interested can visit fecrockies.org News | Feb 13 Glenwood Springs High School is gearing up for its spring production “Anastasia.” The curtains will first open on Friday The musical tells the tragic tale of Anastasia Romanov the fourth daughter of Russia’s last imperial family Glenwood Springs High students will bring the story to life over the final two weekends in February.  The show is directed by longtime local theater figure and current GSHS theater director Amy Moritz with music directed by GSHS choir director Shanti Mae Gruber.  “It’s been kind of on a bucket list for both Amy and I,” Gruber explained “We decided to do a different show that wasn’t as ensemble heavy last year But we have a terrific freshman and sophomore class that came up So we have the numbers and talent in our ensemble to do a bigger show like Anastasia.” GSHS sophomore Audrey Trask will take center stage as Anya She will be joined in the lead by junior A.J and Andrew Schleep playing Vlad and Gleb.  The play brings you back to the overthrow of the Russian oligarchs and the transformation of royal Russia into the Soviet Union She was said to be the only member of the family to make it out of the revolution and the audience follows her from royalty to orphanhood and then ultimately the GSHS theater department put their heads down and have been working their tails off to put on an amazing performance for the community.  So we’ve been rehearsing basically since November,” Gruber said “There’s still some fine tuning but we’re going to be ready for opening night for sure.” With the final week of rehearsals approaching Gruber said she is ultra confident in her students as they head into the final stretch Dress rehearsals will feature live musicians to help the cast adjust to the full production experience “It’s just that nervousness of We’ve got a lot of work to do.'” Gruber said “But I’m not nervous about the students and we’re probably in the best shape we’ve ever been at this point before our final week.” The play opens Friday, Feb. 21, at the Jeannie Miller Theater at Glenwood Springs High School and will run throughout the final two weekends of the month. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students, children, and seniors. Tickets can be reserved in advance at Cur8.com and will also be available for purchase at the door with cash or credit card News | Mar 27 Glenwood Springs residents will head to the polls next week to elect three members to the City Council Ballots for the April 1 election have already been mailed out and must be returned by 7 p.m Three seats are up for election this cycle: Ward 2 Ray Schmahl is running unopposed for the Ward 2 seat David Townsley is also running unopposed for the At-Large seat where Jonathan Banks and Steven Smith are vying for the open seat All registered voters in Glenwood Springs are eligible to vote in the at-Large race but only residents living within Ward 2 or Ward 5 can vote in those respective races Residents with questions about their ballot or ward can contact the Glenwood Springs City Clerk’s Office at 970-384-6406 or visit http://www.cogs.us for more information News | Jan 17 Glenwood Springs residents will soon vote to fill three open seats on the local city council The positions up for election include Ward 2 For those looking to throw their name into the hat, forms and signatures are due to City Clerk Ryan Muse by 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 20. Learn more at cogs.us/346/Elections Here’s a closer look at the candidates and their plans for the city’s future Jonathan Banks, a 30-year resident of Glenwood Springs, is running for the Ward 5 seat. Banks previously led the “Keep Glenwood Glenwood” campaign, which successfully advocated for passing Ballot Question A in a spring 2024 special election He currently serves on the city’s Charter Commission “I’ve heard too many people say the council doesn’t listen and that’s no good,” Banks said “We need to protect our mountain-town way of life where people act like neighbors with trust and kindness.” He emphasized the importance of addressing growth responsibly to maintain Glenwood’s small-town charm Banks said he is focused on quality of life and fiscal responsibility.  “We need to spend tax dollars wisely and look at what other cities have done — copy their successes and avoid their mistakes,” he said.  he supports partnerships like Habitat for Humanity but stresses the need for long-term agreements that don’t overburden the city Banks plans to address what he sees as a disconnect between the council and residents.  “There are a number of major votes in recent years that showed citizens wanted a different direction than council was going,” Banks said “We need to work on being more responsive to people We need to make sure we are listening to them even when we don’t like what they are telling us.” Since moving to Glenwood Springs in 1984 for the Glenwood Canyon construction project Raymond Schmahl has remained committed to the community A former member of the Glenwood Springs Planning and Zoning Commission who carries with him decades of experience in heavy civil construction he emphasizes efficient decision-making and a hands-on approach to problem-solving “My priority is representing the voices of my constituents,” Schmahl said “Direct communication is the most effective way to ensure the community is heard.”  Schmahl said he plans to stay in close contact with residents and involve them in decisions before they are finalized Schmahl values the town’s character and aims to preserve its sense of community.  “It’s about continuing the spirit of this town while navigating its growth responsibly,” he said Schmahl believes the general welfare of the community should guide the council’s decisions Schmahl intends to rely on his experience in managing large-scale projects to ensure Glenwood Springs adapts to change without losing its identity Matthew Simms has filled Glenwood Springs City Council’s At-Large seat stepping in after Shelley Kaup’s departure Simms also served on the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission “I believe I bring a fresh perspective as a relative newcomer with years of experience making tough decisions about investment and allocation of scarce resources,” Simms said He noted that his volunteer work with Valley Meals & More helped him learn about the city and its people “It’s how I learned Glenwood,” he said Simms wants to focus on the redevelopment of the West Glenwood mall and reintroducing community services like the Spring Cleanup.  “We need to acknowledge and preserve the unique character of the area while still growing in a way that provides for all of us,” he said Simms emphasized the importance of transparency and community outreach.  “City council needs to be a faithful steward of the tax dollars collected and prepare for the curve balls that are going to come at us,” he said.  Simms aims to balance sustainable growth with fiscal responsibility has been heavily involved in local transportation and environmental issues He currently serves on the city’s Transportation Commission and was a founding member of the River Commission Smith currently works as a independent contractor working on rivers and public lands protection measures “I’ve spent years learning about transportation and housing and how they’re connected,” Smith said “Where you live impacts how you travel and transportation shapes housing opportunities.”  Smith said that he plans to prioritize solutions that integrate these two areas Smith sees council’s role as ensuring city services improve the quality of life for all residents.  “It’s essential to ensure people feel heard and involved,” Smith said He believes fostering engagement and collaboration is key to making stronger decisions using Glenwood’s unique landscape as a guide.  “We’re in a valley with transportation choke points,” he said “Mass transit will have to play a role in handling future growth.”  Smith emphasized his willingness to learn and adapt as part of the council David Townsley has lived in the valley for more than 35 years and is running for the At-Large seat With extensive experience in the mortgage and finance industry Townsley is focused on transportation and housing as Glenwood Springs grows “Transportation is one of our biggest challenges,” Townsley said and there’s Grand Avenue and Midland — it’s a choke point.” He believes expanding mass transit and improving infrastructure are critical steps for the city Townsley also plans to prioritize public engagement in council decisions.  “Reaching out to the community and listening to their ideas is essential,” he said and it’s important we make decisions that preserve what makes Glenwood special.” Townsley emphasized the importance of long-term planning particularly as it relates to growth and maintaining the city’s identity.  “The council needs to make decisions today that will stand the rest of time,” he said