Living in a small town has its perks. We live boldly and loudly. But teens who develop unhealthy habits hide in the shadows. In this day and age, partying is idolized in social media, and unfortunately, that mentality has been allowed to run rampant in our small town. We,[Read More…]
Tag: Guest Column
What? Water my trees in late fall and early winter?
RBC | Yes, that’s right. It is very important to water our trees as they go dormant this time of year as it creates a readily available source of groundwater that can be used in the spring. Trees stop transpiring (losing their water through their leaves) after leaf drop so[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: YOUTH ZONE
RBC | This year, YouthZone is proud to announce a new partnership with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Thanks to a $76,000 grant award through the Office of Gun Violence Prevention, YouthZone will be able implement our Safe Pathways program, a community-based gun violence initiative focused on[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: A bad case of ‘snackamania’
Taking a cue from the bears roaming the high country this fall before heading into their dens, many of us might be packing on the pounds before winter. The chillier weather makes us hungrier, leading to increased snacking throughout the day. Heavier meals are also part of the traditional daily[Read More…]
CNCC CORNER: OCTOBER ‘24
As homecoming activities wrap up and the days shorten, it’s clear the fall semester is in full swing. Alongside classes, our students are embracing outdoor adventures organized by the recreation department and enjoying local Halloween events and Oktoberfest. Fall is also when we emphasize CNCC’s core value of community involvement[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Understanding Rio Blanco County’s Department of Human Services: Roles and Responsibilities
RBC | Recently, concerns have been raised regarding the Rio Blanco County Department of Human Services (DHS) and the county’s organizational structure. These concerns reflect the frustrations many may feel when navigating complex systems like DHS, which is tasked with managing essential services for our community. It’s important to clarify[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: What happened to dress codes?
Dress codes are no longer apparent in public places these days. Forget casual Fridays, as sloppy sweats continue to be the top choice most any day. Post-pandemic remote workers are more willing to go into the office three or four days a week when they can resume working from home[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Hopewest – Breaking the Silence: Supporting Suicide Prevention and Survivors of Loss
RBC | Those left in the wake of a suicide loss sometimes aren’t sure where to turn or what to do. Uprooted by shock and overcome by the grief of losing someone to suicide can feel painful and isolating. Recognizing National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in September, HopeWest aims to[Read More…]
LOOSE ENDS: ‘Just’ is not a helpful word
“Just” is one little word that becomes more important by its regular usage. It can be used as a powerful insult to convey lack of skill or intelligence or it can be used by someone as a sign of one’s humble beginnings acknowledging their humility. At the end of this[Read More…]
YOUTH ZONE – Training for adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse planned for October in Carbondale
This month, YouthZone is excited to invite you to a free educational event co-hosted by our community partners. Join us at the 3rd St. Center in Carbondale on Oct. 17 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. for Darkness to Light’s Stewards of Children® training, an evidence-based, award-winning program that teaches adults[Read More…]
CNCC CORNER – CNCC: A Unique Education Grounded in the Colorado Experience
On Aug. 19, 2024, CNCC’s Fall semester began with the college seeing a positive and steady enrollment trend that includes a surge in growth among our concurrent enrollment, aviation and bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene programs. These programs among others at the College are wildly popular because the institution takes[Read More…]
GUEST COLUMN: Special session recap from Sen. Roberts
The Colorado Legislature is not typically in session at the Capitol in late August; yet that’s exactly where we found ourselves. As a result of our special late-summer session, even more property tax relief is coming to every Colorado homeowner and small businesses across the state. And, hopefully, it also[Read More…]
