New Mexican restaurant to open in Frisco
FRISCO — Carlos Miguel’s, a former Mexican restaurant in Frisco, filed for bankruptcy in May and closed shortly thereafter. But not to fear, a new Mexican restaurant is taking its place. New owner Ramos Manuel...
Police identify man killed in Breckenridge during Wednesday night altercation
The Breckenridge Police Department on Friday released the identity of a man killed in Breckenridge on Wednesday, Nov. 6, as 29-year-old Brendan Rye. Rye was killed following a reported altercation at an address near the...
Tacos Tequila loses liquor license, plans for renewal
DILLON — Dillon restaurant Tacos Tequila recently had its liquor license revoked. According to restaurant manager Manuel Gomez, this was due to the fact that the previous owner’s name was registered on the liquor license...
No snow in sight as November dry spell continues after powder-packed October
September and October teased the High Country with a couple of decent storms, showering the region with late fall powder and leading to some of the earliest opening days at the ski areas in years....
Insurance rates are up in Summit County as Colorado sees more frequent natural disasters
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to clarify that claim history is one of several factors that determine a customer’s insurance premium. FRISCO — Those attempting to purchase auto insurance on Colorado’s Front Range...
Details still scarce in Breckenridge shooting investigation
BRECKENRIDGE — Progress is being made into the investigation regarding the death of Brendan Rye last week, though things are still moving slowly, according to officials. At about 9:45 p.m. Nov. 6, the Breckenridge Police...
Light snow dustings this week; potential for more snow next week
FRISCO — After a dry start to November with only a few flakes Sunday night, meteorologist Joel Gratz of opensnow.com reported there is a chance for one or multiple storms next week. The only mountains...
Dusting of snow on the horizon for Summit County peaks
FRISCO — With no new November snow after a record-breaking October, Breckenridge Ski Resort and Copper Mountain Resort opened for a warm opening day. While it’s not much, there is finally a bit of snow...
Red, White & Blue responds to diesel spill in Blue River
BRECKENRIDGE — The Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District responded to a diesel spill in the Blue River on Monday after a truck went over a bridge and landed in the river, according to...
Local adventure nonprofit helps veterans build community
FRISCO — In September of 2016, Summit County resident and veteran Austin Breuninger registered an adventure nonprofit, High Country Veteran’s Adventures, to help other nearby veterans use the power of nature and outdoor sports to...
The Summit Foundation names Dr. Walter Briney Outstanding Citizen for extensive volunteer work
FRISCO — The Summit Foundation has named Dr. Walter Briney, vice president of Summit Habitat for Humanity, as Outstanding Citizen for the group’s annual philanthropy awards. As a lifelong volunteer, Briney has made a name...
Dandy dozen: Summit girls rugby wins 12th straight state title
COLORADO SPRINGS — For Summit High girls rugby head coach Karl Barth, the final state-championship game of the season served as the perfect microcosm for the 2019 campaign. Up against underdog Monarch, Summit was the...
Dillon Dam Road closed through Friday for rockfall mitigation
DILLON — Dillon Dam Road is often closed during winter because of adverse conditions and icy asphalt. But Summit County government has announced the road will be closed to traffic this week for a very...
Summit County workers, employers bitterly divided on minimum wage
FRISCO — The effort to reach consensus on a minimum wage in Summit County appears to be stuck in a philosophical quagmire, with those involved in the work group process not budging on their positions...
One man shot, another dies following altercation in Breckenridge on Wednesday night
BRECKENRIDGE — A man died following an altercation in Breckenridge on Wednesday evening, according to the Breckenridge Police Department. At about 9:45 p.m., the police responded to a report of gun shots in the 1000...
Best Barber: Gentleman’s Barbershop
At Gentleman’s Barbershop, the community is king. The Frisco establishment, just off Main Street, is no newcomer to the Best of Summit competition, having earned the title of the county’s best barbershop for the past...
Backcountry.com breaks silence amid trademark lawsuit controversy: ‘We made a mistake’
Backcountry.com finally spoke on Wednesday, almost a week after a social media firestorm ignited by news the online retailer has been suing small business owners who used the word “backcountry” in their business names. “We have heard your feedback...
228 arrested across Colorado during Halloween DUI enforcement period
FRISCO — A total of 228 drivers were arrested for driving impaired during the state’s Halloween DUI enforcement period, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The enforcement period, part of The Heat is On...
Summit Spirits: What is the difference between a ghost and a spirit?
We use the word ghost and spirit interchangeably but there really is a strong difference between them. According to the late Hans Holzer, professor of Parapsychology and writer of 119 books on the subject, “Ghosts...
Breckenridge man who died mountain biking near Whistler remembered as a passionate athlete
BRECKENRIDGE — A Breckenridge man and founder of Great Western Lodging died while mountain biking in British Columbia, Canada, earlier this week. On Sunday, Oct. 27, 54-year-old Chad Christy was mountain biking on a trail...
