Amy Peters

1 week ago | telluridenews.com | Amy Peters

Coming off a flat winter season, regional tourism officials are cautiously optimistic about the upcoming summer season as Montrose (MTJ) and Telluride (TEX) regional airports prepare to accommodate passengers. While during winter months MTJ offers 14 nonstop flights from 12 major hubs, MTJ offers just eight nonstop flights this summer from six major hubs. “The goal for nearly all winter routes is to develop them into summer service as well,” said CEO of Colorado Flight Alliance Matt Skinner.

2 weeks ago | telluridenews.com | Amy Peters

As a small, grassroots development program, it’s remarkable that Telluride Ski and Snowboard Club (TSSC) saw 10 freestyle athletes compete at Junior Nationals — the most ever — with four of those qualifying for US Nationals. Three alpine athletes competed at Junior (U-18) Nationals — also the most ever — while three big mountain athletes competed at the Junior Freeride Championships. “This is our best competitive season to date,” said TSSC Executive Director Justin Chandler.

3 weeks ago | telluridenews.com | Amy Peters

The Telluride Education Foundation (TEF) is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization that raises money to support the Telluride R-1 School District. Since the beginning of the school year, TEF has been cooking up a new spring fundraiser called the School Supper Club, where at least 16 restaurants will offer discounts and specials from Wednesday, May 28 through Saturday, May 31. Proceeds benefit TEF and its initiatives.

1 month ago | telluridenews.com | Amy Peters

Local environmentalists report that half of all waste deposited in regional landfills is compostable. When organic materials mix with landfills, they emit greenhouse gases. Instead of creating pollution, composting generates valuable soil enrichment.

1 month ago | montrosepress.com | Amy Peters

Nobody’s making more land, so it’s significant when landowners willingly protect and share it. Having established Hermitage Land Company in Telluride nearly 30 years ago, local Pete Johnson is committed to finding solutions for large landowners to retain, protect and conserve their properties. Like many Telluride locals, Johnson was visiting family here in 1988 and decided to stay. He and his wife, DiDi, bought a home in the Ski Ranches where they raised three children.