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HITS! There was a time, when I was a hippy (reminds me of my book idea “We Were Hippies, Once and …
Read More »Run for it: Team Prep USA
For the past ten years, Team Prep USA has trained distance runners of fame who have been weaned on the thin …
Read More »Profile: Rockin’ Rabbi Robbi
Rabbi-Cantor Robbi Sherwin She’s onstage slamming on a blue mandolin while the guitarist picks off tasty riffs and the rest of …
Read More »CB Council struggles with Major Special Event ordinance
Expecting some unintended consequences—but… A public hearing about a proposed ordinance dealing with new permitting requirements for “major” special events in Crested …
Read More »Council adds use tax to sales tax increase request
Another additional $30K for the town…. The Crested Butte Town Council approved the ballot language asking voters for a tax increase …
Read More »When “plan” becomes more than a four-letter word
An update on the local water planning situation On or near the end of this month, Gunnison River Basin Roundtable …
Read More »Home alone: to rent or not to rent in CB
Crested Butte locals have for many decades bragged about the town’s notorious pay-to-play to live in paradise, and its legendary employment …
Read More »Green Lake Rd. trespassing issue resolved for time being
Bottom line: Stay on the road and respect private property After hearing about and witnessing some carelessness from hikers and drivers …
Read More »Pro Challenge organizers focus on fundraising
LOC looks to raise $60,000 With less than a month until the second stage of the USA Pro Challenge bicycle race is …
Read More »Local riders attack Breckenridge bike race
Sampey takes 100-mile title This may have been the most prolific weekend for local bike riders on the endurance-racing scene. In …
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