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Local ranchers get wolf training from Delta County Livestock Association

Local, Approved, Rocky Mountain Voice / February 17, 2025 / Delta County, Wolves

There have been no reported wolf depredation of cattle or sheep in Delta County, so far, but Robbie LeValley, on behalf of the Delta Livestock Association, gave a Feb. 13 presentation to more than 130 ranchers in Hotchkiss, Colo., emphasizing how critical precise record keeping will be — should and must likely when the quiet ranching community is impacted by wolf depredation.

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Aurora officials weigh options to plug $11.5M budget shortfall

Approved, denvergazette.com, Local / February 16, 2025 / Aurora

Raising taxes, “de-Brucing” and eliminating tax exemptions are all on a list of options Aurora officials are considering to fill an $11.5 million gap in the estimated 2026 budget.

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Alexis Hitzeroth challenging Cody Kennedy for District A on Grand Junction City Council

Approved, Local, Rocky Mountain Voice / February 15, 2025 / Grand Junction, Grand Junction City Council

Grand Junction voters on April 8 will choose between incumbent Cody Kennedy and Alexis Hitzeroth for the District A seat on City Council.

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Marijuana repeal off Colorado Springs’ ballot after state Supreme Court stays out of the weeds

Approved, gazette.com, Local / February 15, 2025 / Marijuana

Colorado Springs has agreed to remove the ballot question asking voters to repeal the city’s new recreational marijuana ordinance, leaving the industry in place within the city limits for the first time.

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Denver transportation officials agree to scale back neighborhood bikeway measures

Approved, denvergazette.com, Local / February 15, 2025 / Denver, Transportation

A group of Denver residents seeking to slow the city’s roll on a Park Hill neighborhood bikeway project got their wish Thursday morning.

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King Soopers strike impacts grocery delivery gig workers in Colorado

Approved, CBS Colorado, Local / February 14, 2025 / King Soopers

Legal battles continue as the strike at King Soopers locations across Colorado’s Front Range near one week. As the strike continues, ripple effects are impacting more than just grocery store workers and store earnings; grocery delivery app drivers are also impacted. Some drivers like Megan Snavely say they can’t afford to not cross the picket line.

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Denver mayor wants to borrow money to pay for parks, libraries, streets, and he didn’t say how much

Approved, denvergazette.com, Local / February 14, 2025 / Denver

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston wants voters to approve a borrowing program to pay for new parks, cultural centers and other “investments that bring joy” to Mile High City.

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Denver school district sues to prevent federal agents from arresting immigrants

Approved, denvergazette.com, Local / February 13, 2025 / Denver Public Schools, Education

Denver Public Schools filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to prevent federal agents from arresting unauthorized immigrants at schools.

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Douglas Co. declares support for bill allowing Colorado law enforcement to work with ICE

Approved, denvergazette.com, Local / February 13, 2025 / Douglas County, Immigration

Douglas County law enforcement officials on Wednesday declared support for legislation to flip a state law that has barred local officials from working with federal immigration agents.

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