Abby Harrison | Times Staff Writer | March 27, 2024
Bella Biondini | Times Editor | March 20, 2024
Abby Harrison | Times Staff Writer | March 27, 2024
By the fall of 2025, Western Colorado University will offer, for the first time, a full-time nursing degree and certification program. Administrators hope it will improve the persistent nursing shortage in the Gunnison Valley, exacerbated by a rising cost of living and pandemic-era retirements. Last week, Western received just over...
Bella Biondini | Times Editor | March 27, 2024
An aerial photo of the East River watershed shows trees and open meadows in varying shades of green. But looking through an infrared lens, the trees quickly change color, some aspen illuminated in bright blue, and others in yellow. Although these shades are invisible to the human eye, the trees’...
Abby Harrison | Times Staff Writer | March 27, 2024
Judge J. Steven Patrick, a chief judge for the 7th Judicial District, will step down on July 1, 2024. His retirement will mark 33 years of service in western Colorado, and nearly five decades as a lawyer. The 7th Judicial District includes Delta, Gunnison, Hinsdale, Montrose, Ouray and San Miguel...
Abby Harrison | Times Staff Writer | March 27, 2024
Zachary Baker, 28, accused of killing two men near Blue Mesa in early May of 2023, will face two counts of first degree murder in Gunnison District Court. If he is found guilty on the charges, he could face life imprisonment. By law, all felony charges in Colorado must be...
Alex McCrindle | Times Sports Editor | March 27, 2024
Tami Maciejko marched onto the pool deck with an intense stare and clipboard in hand. It was late January and the Gunnison Aquatic Center pulsed with energy as visiting Pagosa Springs took on the Cowboys...
Craig Isham | Special to the Times | March 27, 2024
I began my Army career in February of 2003, shortly after the tragedy of the September 11 attacks. Like so many young people across this land, I felt the call to arms resonating on my...
Alex McCrindle | Times Sports Editor | March 20, 2024
More than 200 skiers in elaborate costumes dotted the steep slopes under the North Face Lift at Crested Butte Mountain Resort on March 17. Their cheers and laughter, duck-billed ski...
Alex McCrindle | Times Sports Editor | March 20, 2024
After opening the spring season with a 10-4 away victory over Monte Vista, GHS baseball fell in back-to-back games to Pagosa Springs and Cedaredge on March 15 and 16. The...
Brenna Barkley | Special to the Times | March 20, 2024
Dean Noble and Cole Hernandez showcased an excellent team performance at the final day of the NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships on March 17. The grapplers finished seventh place in...
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Excited to serve Editor: I am appreciative of the chance to lead the Gunnison County GOP Republicans and serve the community. I was elected to this position in December of 2023. Upon moving to this area, I knew I wanted to contribute as a public servant. Initially, I ran for...