Summit school board candidates talk teacher salaries, mental health, finances at election forum
BRECKENRIDGE — Candidates for the Summit School District Board of Education took the stage at a nonpartisan election forum Thursday night, fielding questions on important issues surrounding the areas schools, such as teacher retention, improving...
Brooke Shotts: School board next step in journey of volunteerism
Occupation: freelance graphic designer at Lasergraphics Hometown: Oakdale, Minnesota Years in Summit County: 18 Family: husband, Carlin; two sons, Zephyr and Wentzle; dog, PoppySeed Civic involvement: Carriage House board member, Level 3 classroom volunteer, Breckenridge...
Emily Lutke: Listening to differing voices a key skill for school board
Occupation: product sales and service manager at Breckenridge Ski Resort Hometown: Hudsonville, Michigan Years in Summit County: 13 Family: husband, Tom Lutke; daughter, Rowan Civic involvement: Breckenridge Ski Resort Epic Promise Foundation co-chair, Carriage House...
Charity Texas Hold ‘em poker tournament is Oct. 25 in Breckenridge
The Residence Inn in Breckenridge is hosting a Chip in for Children charity Texas Hold ‘em poker tournament at 6 p.m. Oct. 25. The evening will benefit Children’s Hospital Colorado, which serves as the Children’s...
Leadville civic leader Robert Kendrick remembered for bringing environmental awareness to mining industry
It takes strength and sinew to go far in the mining business. Robert Kendrick epitomized that grit. Kendrick, a lifelong Leadville local and pioneering leader at Climax Molybdenum mine for decades, died July 28 in...
Local dive group to hold two-day SCUBA course in January
The Beaver Diver’s group, which offers diving trips around the world, will host a SCUBA course Jan. 18 and 19 at the Silverthorne Recreation Center. For more information or to sign up, go to silverthorne.org/town-services/recreation-center...
Obituary: Robert Kendrick
Robert Kendrick born August 12th, 1930 in Leadville, CO. Passed away July 28th, 2019. Robert “Bob” Kendrick, was born and raised in Leadville, CO, the grandson of pioneering families on both sides of his family,...
Stories Beyond Borders film night to support Mountain Dreamers
FRISCO — People interested in immigrant justice can see five documentary films next week. Hosted by Working Films and Mountain Dreamers, a local immigrant rights organization that raises money for a legal defense fund, the...
After homecoming win, Summit football still has plenty to play for with road trip to Eagle Valley on deck
BRECKENRIDGE – Last Friday night under the lights at Tiger Stadium was about as close to a make-or-break game as their could have been for the Summit High School varsity football team. Their record then...
At regionals, Summit High boys cross country qualifies for state, Grace Staberg qualifies individually
It was a day of realized goals for the Summit High cross-country running program as for the first time in more than a decade the boys team qualified for the state championship. Led by a...
Peak 7 homeowners file lawsuit against county commissioners over proposed paving project
FRISCO — A group of Peak 7 neighborhood homeowners filed suit against the Summit Board of County Commissioners in Summit County District Court earlier this month. The plaintiffs are seeking to nullify the board’s decision...
#ExploreSummit: Peak-a-boo
The story of Summit County told through the people who love it most — you! Use #ExploreSummit on your photos of friends, adventures and the natural beauty of this place we love on Twitter and...
Arapahoe Basin Ski Area continues early-season deals
ARAPAHOE BASIN SKI AREA — Locals cheered when Arapahoe Basin Ski Area not only started up ski season on Friday, Oct. 11, but also sold lift tickets for only $15 lift tickets, as well as...
Keystone Citizens League to elect new board of directors at open meeting on Monday
KEYSTONE — The Keystone Citizens League, a nonprofit established to represent the interests of Keystone’s full-time residents, businesses and property owners, will be holding an open meeting on Monday, Oct. 21, to elect a new...
From Frisco with love: Ian Parker on Meadow Mountain headlining 10 Mile Music Hall
FRISCO — Meadow Mountain is one of the Colorado bands to watch. The group got their first big break in 2017 when they won the renowned Rockygrass band contest and this year the five-piece bluegrass...
Registration open for late January Outdoor Retailer Outdoor + Snow Show expo in Denver
DENVER — Registration is open for Outdoor Retailer’s annual Snow Show expo and conference, which will return to the Colorado Convention Center in Denver from Jan. 29-31, 2020. This year’s event will combine the annual...
Obituary: Marie Alice Renner Zdechlik
Marie Alice Renner Zdechlik (b. 1925) of Frisco passed away on Monday, October 14th, 2019. Marie is survived by four children: Kristine (John Cleeves), Joel (Laurie), Lisa (Jim Goins), David (Cathy Hymer), and her “adopted...
Obituary: Rosemary “Mitzie” Hawkins
May 03, 1926 – September 28, 2019 Mitzie was born May 3, 1926 in Hampton Iowa, Daughter of Harry and Lena Carney. She was educated at St. Joseph grade school in the New Hampton Public...
Rep. Neguse launches new service award for high school students
Summit County U.S. Rep. Joe Neguse has created a service award program for 10th and 11th grade students in Colorado’s 2nd District who exhibit a commitment to serving others and a dedication to social justice,...
Find a bounty of booze at the Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival
BRECKENRIDGE — The Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival returns this weekend with three days of spirited fun and activities. On Friday, Oct. 18, is a scavenger hunt at participating bars along with a three-course dinner at...
