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Ali Longwell

Ali Longwell is a versatile reporter and editor who has covered everything from business and technology to education, local government and more across Colorado.

In August 2024, Ali joined the regional reporting team for the Colorado mountain newspaper group that includes Summit Daily and its sister papers in VailAspenSteamboatWinter Park and Glenwood Springs, Grand County and Craig. She is based out of Eagle County and covers environmental and water issues, wildlife, health and arts and entertainment.

Most recently, Ali spent three years reporting on local government, education, health care, environmental issues and more for the Vail Daily.

Ali grew up in Golden and began her career in journalism after graduating from the University of Denver in 2016. Her work has been published in Avid Lifestyle, 5280 Magazine, Denver Life Magazine, SDxCentral and ColoradoBiz Magazine.

When not writing, Ali can be found exploring the world around her, be it in a world of books, on skis, by bike or with her two dogs, Chance and Hazel.

Recent Articles

January 19, 2025 - Inside the release of 5 wolves in Eagle County as 15 new predators land in Colorado

January 17, 2025 - Biden administration awards $40 million toward Colorado River District’s attempt to purchase Shoshone water rights

January 17, 2025 - New grant program available for Colorado ranchers protecting livestock from wolves, large predators

January 16, 2025 - Was 2024 a better year for Colorado’s bighorn sheep?

January 13, 2025 - Colorado prepares to release more wolves as relocation operation begins in British Columbia

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