Estes Park Trail-Gazette

The Trail-Gazette is a weekly publication based in Estes Park, Colorado. It is produced by Prairie Mountain Publishing, which is part of the MediaNews Group.

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Legal experts say Trump is unlikely to win Colorado lawsuit against “sanctuary” policies. But he may not care.

6 days ago | eptrail.com | Elliott Wenzler

Legal experts say Trump is unlikely to win Colorado lawsuit against “sanctuary” policies. But he may not care. DOJ's case over immigration laws offers a way to challenge legal precedent — or instill fear, DU prof says
Renck: If Nuggets don’t bring fight to punchable Thunder, they deserve what they get

6 days ago | eptrail.com | Troy Renck

Renck: If Nuggets don’t bring fight to punchable Thunder, they deserve what they get Denver has been challenged. Match Oklahoma City's physicality or concede the NBA Western Conference series
Colorado legislature ends with an AI fizzle as delay falters — further stoking talk of a special session

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Nick Coltrain |Seth Klamann

• None House Majority Leader Monica Duran, left, and Sen. Anthony Hartsook, right, chat on the floor of the House during the last day of the 2025 legislative session at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on May 7, 2025. (Photo by Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post)• None Rep. Jenny Willford, left, gets a hug from Rep. Yara Zokaie after testifying on her bill, House Bill 1291, during the last day of the 2025 legislative session at the Colorado State Capitol in Denver on May 7, 2025.
Colorado sues Trump administration to free funds for electric vehicle charging

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Judith Kohler

17 states argue that withholding money approved by Congress is illegal
Bipartisan vote kills governor’s plan to lower homeowners insurance costs in Colorado

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Noelle Phillips

“It’s disappointing to see Democrats join with Republicans to not take action to help Coloradans facing out-of-control home insurance costs and increase competition for Coloradans,” Eric Muryama, the governor’s spokesman, said. Originally Published: May 7, 2025 at 4:21 PM MDT
Trump budget would slash NASA funds

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Richard Tribou

The proposed budget looks to end a rocket, spacecraft and space station central to an existing program — but only after a successful moon landing as the nation remains in a race with China.
Laughter takes over Estes Park with Rocky Mountain Madness Comedy Weekend

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Jody Street

This weekend, Estes Park becomes the epicenter of hilarity as Rocky Mountain Madness brings two nights of unforgettable comedy to town during Warburton’s Mountain Madness weekend. Kicking things off on Friday, May 2nd at 8:00 PM, actor and comedian Mitch Silpa performs his critically acclaimed solo show 5 Gameshows and a Funeral at Lonigans.
Harmony Recovery graduate now a leader, community advocate, and mentor

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Jody Street

Harmony Recovery has been providing addiction healthcare services in Estes Park since 1969. We would like to offer these stories from our alumni to show the humanity, strength, and perseverance of those working to recover from addiction. Originally Published: May 2, 2025 at 3:50 AM MDT
Eco-Sense: The EPR Concept

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Judi Smith

There was a time when independence reigned. Farmers grew food. Individual artists made usable items such as furniture, dishes, clothing, toys, etc. You bought goods and services from your neighbor, who also bought from you. No packaging was needed. With the advent of industrialization, people created more collectively. Artists designed and companies created goods for sale, farther and farther away from the purchaser.
Live updates: Colorado Senate approves small “kei” cars for Colorado roads, hospital showdown drags on

1 week ago | eptrail.com | Seth Klamann |Nick Coltrain

The Colorado legislature has seven days left in the 2025 session and is working Thursday to push legislation through committee and floor votes. With several ongoing debates unresolved, our reporters are keeping an eye on the progress of bills of note. Originally Published: May 1, 2025 at 12:26 PM MDT