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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle
Despite an excellent showing at the plate, the GHS baseball team could only snag one win in its home doubleheader against league rival Basalt on April 12. The mixed results moved the Cowboys to a 6-7 overall record, and 1-3 in the 3A Western Slope League. “It’s always good to have a challenge, and I think our opening schedule has been pretty tough,” said Head Coach Tom Percival. “We’re waiting for it to start paying dividends, and to take that next step.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle |Gregg Petcoff
The Western Colorado University track and field teams put the finishing touches on a split-squad weekend on April 12. The Mountaineers finished off two-day meets at the Colorado School of Mines in Golden and West Texas A&M in Canyon, Texas. The majority of the Mountaineer men’s and women’s team participated in Mines’ annual Kit Mayer Classic, while a group of sprinters competed at the Jo Meaker Classic in Texas.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle
When the snow melts each spring, it reveals a host of surprises that have been frozen beneath. Little green seedlings stretch above fertile soil, and earth worms wriggle out of their winter slumber. But these veritable signs of life aren’t the only things exposed in the great thaw. Unfortunately, springtime is when abandoned pet waste emerges, too. Valley resident Rachel Newman is no stranger to this issue.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle
“Going back to the late 19th century, March is the month that has warmed the most in Colorado, and March 2025 was consistent with that trend,” according to the Colorado Climate Center. “It was much warmer than average across eastern Colorado, with some periods of intense winds and blowing dust as well. And unfortunately, snow accumulation in the southern mountains continued to be poor.” How does our local weather fit with this trend?
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle
Shop local! Editor:“Hey lady, you’ve got a flat tire.” “Oh no, what am I going to do?”I was shopping at High Mountain Liquors and Riley, the clerk, followed me outside to check. Sure enough. He offered to change the tire (yes), but found I didn’t have the necessary tools. He then called another clerk, Shay, who had just gone home after finishing his shift.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle |Bella Biondini
Sam Costello, the City of Gunnison’s new police chief, accepted his oath of office on Tuesday, April 8. Former, long-serving police chief Keith Robinson retired at the start of 2025. After a year-long process to find a replacement, Gunnison City Council welcomed Costello and his family to Gunnison with a ceremony at City Hall last week. Costello was joined by friends and colleagues from Olympia.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle |Alan Wartes
Gunnison County commissioners are considering a change in how building permit fees are calculated, charging a flat 1% of the estimated valuation of a proposed project. That would be good news for people wanting to undertake projects less than $500,000 in value, who would see permit fees drop by up to 25%. However, new construction at the high end — $2 million and up — could see the amount they pay double, or even triple. A public hearing on the proposed change will be held in mid-May.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle |Bella Biondini
With the recent gutting of public land management offices around the valley, eyes turned quickly to Gunnison County’s Sustainable Tourism and Outdoor Recreation (STOR) Committee. With the summer season growing near, bringing with it crowds of campers, hikers and bikers, the 21-member committee decided to step in. This month, STOR took the lead on funding a small seasonal crew to reduce the rising workload of the U.S. Forest Service Gunnison Ranger District.
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1 week ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle
The Gunnison Elk’s Lodge and Knights of Columbus are set to host a Kentucky Derby fundraiser next month, with all proceeds supporting the Lighthouse Pregnancy Center. The Kentucky Derby horse race has been running every May since 1875. Founded by famed explorer Meriwether Lewis, the derby has transformed into a springtime staple, known for elaborate ladies fashion, and iconic mint cocktails.
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2 weeks ago | 
gunnisontimes.com | Alex Mccrindle
The Cowboy track and field teams earned podium finishes and personal bests at the Frank Woodburn Invitational in Grand Junction on April 5. The girls team, led by a strong jumping squad, finished first place overall, while others shed time and set new personal records. “We’re in a better place than we were at the same time last season,” said Head Coach Stacey Mickelson.
