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Who/What: Valley View University (VVU), free educational webinars hosted by Valley View, is dedicated to providing the community with engaging and personalized medical education with its world-class physicians. ValleyOrtho Orthopedic Surgeon Tomas Pevny, MD will present “Knee Pain 101,” a virtual session via Zoom on Wednesday, April 7. Whether knee pain is caused by aging,…
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CCCMA announced its annual awards celebrating excellence in local government this week. The Assistant Manager of the Year is awarded to the CCCMA member that has made an outstanding contribution to local government in the past year. Ooton was recognized for her exceptional public leadership in Glenwood Springs. Ooton was appointed Assistant City Manager in…
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The community is invited to attend the Virtual Issues and Answers Forum on Monday, March 15, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. The forum is presented by the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association, Glenwood Springs Post Independent and Colorado West Broadcasting (KMTS). The event will be recorded and translated in Spanish. Bryce Jacobson, Publisher of the Post Independent…
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. –  The United to Stop the Spread campaign evolves messaging with a new slogan created to encourage county-wide participation as health officials work to vaccinate our local population. STAY United to Stop the Spread is an extension of the initial campaign. It intends to demonstrate in non-partisan language the commitment to practicing…
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO – The City of Glenwood Springs intends to administer Small Business Relief Program funds as part of Senate Bill 20B-001, passed in December of 2020 by the Colorado General Assembly. The City will consider applications from eligible small businesses for relief based on need and loss of revenue. SB20B-001 provides for $57…
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After much deliberation, the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association announces that the 2021 Strawberry Days Festival will be postponed. The event, typically held the third full weekend of June, will now take place in 2022. Much consideration was made with the unpredictable nature of the coronavirus, timing of vaccine administration, and possible continued restrictions for…
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Free weekly COVID-19 Community Testing comes to western Garfield County New mobile testing comes one day per week to New Castle, Rifle and Parachute Garfield County, CO – The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Garfield County are pleased to announce curative COVID-19 weekly community testing days in New Castle, Rifle and Parachute.…
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Designation helps keep businesses open as state moves county COVID dial to red   GARFIELD COUNTY, CO – The Garfield County Commissioners have categorized numerous local industries and services essential, allowing them to remain open at a greater capacity in light of the state of Colorado moving the county to the red category on its…
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO – Restaurant patrons starting Friday, December 4, will be able to consume to-go alcohol beverages in a designated warming area under the Grand Avenue Bridge. This is intended to provide an area where people can take to-go beverages from the restaurants and to expand outdoor dining options. Bethel Plaza, located beneath the…
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Virtual Issues and Answers Forum – Individual Videos Available Now Did you miss Issues and Answers this year? Would you like to re-watch the video before you decide on who to vote for? We got you covered! Follow the link below, watch the videos and make an informed decision in this year’s elections! Issues and…
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The Valley Health Alliance is a collaboration of employers and health care providers that has been working for several years to lower healthcare costs for individuals and businesses from Aspen to Parachute. The purpose of the Valley Health Alliance is to promote the health and well-being of our communities by providing healthcare that is accessible, affordable and…
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The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade has compiled a resource to help PPP borrowers better manage their loan.  The facts below have been reviewed by the Colorado SBA for accuracy. Tools to assist you through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) forgiveness process are available. Watch for new content from trusted sources like…
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At a time when partisan politics seem to seep into most any topic, it’s a breath of fresh air to see an issue on which a majority of Colorado Democrats, Republicans, and unaffiliated voters should agree: Colorado’s lopsided Gallagher Amendment has to go. Mountain chambers of commerce including Vail Valley Partnership, Steamboat Springs Chamber, Glenwood…
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The annual Issues and Answers election forum presented by the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association, Glenwood Springs Post Independent and KMTS takes place on Thursday, October 15 beginning at 5 p.m.   Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the forum will be held virtually for the public. The event will be recorded and translated in Spanish. Learn more. 

What goods or services do you offer? YouthZone offers counseling, substance education and diversion and family support. How have you adjusted to serve your clients during these unprecedented times? YouthZone has continued to provide support for youth in the community. Some services have switched to a virtual platform. However, intakes and individual counseling are available in-person…
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State releases guidance for outdoor structures for restaurants and events The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) today released guidance for temporary outdoor structures for restaurants and events. This information will help restaurants safely accommodate customers outdoors in the upcoming colder months using  temporary structures or pop-up structures. Depending on the construction of…
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Grizzly Creek Disaster Declaration: EIDL Info Session Monday, September 28 10:00 a.m. Register to attend live and to be emailed the recording. An info session for businesses, nonprofits, and support organizations impacted by Colorado wildfire in 2020. Join the Colorado District SBA and the SBA Disaster Loan Center for an overview of the Economic Injury…
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Glenwood Springs businesses are invited to apply for equipment from the City to assist with social distancing needs through the winter months. The City of Glenwood Springs received a generous grant from the Colorado Department of Transportation to purchase heating units, wind screens, and other equipment needed to accommodate social distancing in outdoor spaces during…
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Business Name: Bridging the Gap Counseling What goods or services do you offer? Individual, marriage and family counseling. How have you adjusted to serve your clients during these unprecedented times? I am continuing to see clients face to face and also doing telehealth counseling to help clients feel comfortable. What’s the response been? What comments have…
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SUNLIGHT SAVINGS! Exclusive Offers for Glenwood Springs Chamber members Link to Sunlight Savings Card Form SUNLIGHT SAVINGS CARD Sunlight Mountain Resort offers its popular Savings Card as an exclusive members-only offer to the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association. The Sunlight Savings Card allows you to purchase Sunlight lift tickets at a highly-discounted rate, all season…
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Purpose of non-profit, government, and business partnership is to renew landscape and community through collective action Learn more at: https://www.gcrestorationalliance.org/ Although the Grizzly Creek Fire remains burning, the challenging work of landscape and community renewal begins today. The scale of wildfire damage,  combined with the importance of Glenwood Canyon locally, regionally, and nationally, means the …
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO – In the face of a significant fire event that has affected the City’s primary water sources, and will continue to do so into the future, residents are advised that the City has limited access to water out of its No Name water source and no access to our Grizzly Creek water…
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We would like to thank firefighters, pilots and first responders for their valiant efforts fighting the Grizzly Creek Fire. I-70 through Glenwood Canyon is to remain closed in both directions between Glenwood Springs and Gypsum until further notice.  Visit cotrip.org for detour information.  For Official information for the Grizzly Creek Fire, please follow: Official InciWeb…
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Each week, the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association will be highlighting one chamber member business on our blog, in our Business Focus e-newsletter and on social media.  Chamber members are invited to fill out this form for inclusion.  Businesses will be selected on a first-come, first served basis.  Name of business: Revolution Power Yoga Glenwood…
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO –Citing increasing case numbers specific to Glenwood Springs as presented by Garfield County Public Health, City Council enacted a mandatory face covering zone for downtown Glenwood Springs, amending Public Health Order 2020-2. The zone is effective July 30, 2020 until August 20, 2020 unless otherwise renewed. A new Public Health Order will…
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The Energize Colorado Gap Fund will provide more than $25 million in small business loans and grants to boost small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Sole proprietors, businesses and nonprofits with less than 25 full-time employees can apply for up to a $15,000 grant and a $20,000 loan for a possible combined total of $35,000 in…
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State-sponsored grants divert waste from landfills and creates new green-sector jobs Glenwood Springs, CO – The City of Glenwood Springs has been awarded a $149,600 grant in recognition of plans to expand its recycling program and create new green-sector jobs. The funding is part of the Recycling Resources Economic Opportunity (RREO) grant program, which is…
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Glenwood Springs City council voted to extend Public Health Order No. 2-20  requiring face coverings for all residents when entering and while inside of a place open to the public, and in such other public indoor or outdoor places where persons are unable to maintain safe social distancing from others. The Public Health Order will…
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The City of Glenwood Springs, Downtown Development Authority and the Glenwood Springs Chamber Foundation awarded 132 businesses with grants of approximately $2,200 through the Get Glenwood Going Grant for business relief. The grant program is an historic collaboration among organizations to provide much needed assistance to businesses that are hurting throughout our community. The program…
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Links to the latest public health orders, variances, and the online Social Distancing Plan can be found here. Information below is subject to change. Can I hold a group gathering? With strict social distancing measures in place, public and private gatherings both indoor and outdoor are limited to 25 people or less. However, if an…
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In partnership with ZOMA Foundation, Catena Foundation, and Gates Family Foundation, nonprofit First Southwest Community Fund (FSWCF) is establishing a $3 million COVID-19 Rapid Response & Recovery Loan Fund to offer affordable loans to rural businesses and nonprofits affected by the COVID-19 crisis, with the goal to protect jobs and invest in our communities in…
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Individuals, families, and communities all over the world are currently redefining the power of resiliency. The Roaring Fork Valley’s foremost leadership and professional development program, Roaring Fork Leadership (RFL) is offering free educational programs and resources, RFL Live: Resilience Experience. This is a collective effort of leadership practitioners who believe leadership development is the future…
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May 24, 2020 Garfield County received notification Saturday evening that the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) approved five of the six items submitted for a Safer at Home variance. The request gives the county a variance from portions of Colorado Executive Order D 20 044 and Public Health Order 20-28. Effective immediately,…
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Release Date: May 15, 2020                 Contact: [email protected], (202) 205-7036 Release Number: 20-41                           Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Blogs & Instagram SBA and Treasury Release Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application   WASHINGTON—Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration, in consultation with the U.S Department of the Treasury, released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application…
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Get Glenwood Going Grant (G4) to Open Applications for Businesses on May 15 GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO – The City of Glenwood Springs, Downtown Development Authority and the Glenwood Springs Chamber Foundation are announcing the Get Glenwood Going Grant for business relief. The purpose of this G4 program is to provide rent, utility or mortgage interest…
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Garfield County Community Notice 5.7.20 COVID travel and recreation guidance Colorado Safer at Home phase: Travel and recreation restrictions still in place   Spring is here and the weather is beautiful. Garfield County Public Health encourages people to get outside and to be active responsibly and close to home. Here are some frequently asked travel…
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GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO –Glenwood Springs City Manager Debra Figueroa extended the closure for all public buildings through May 27, 2020. This includes the Community Center, City Hall, the Police Department Administrative office, the Fire Department Administrative office, and the Art Center. In addition, starting May 15, 2020, virtual City Hall will be closed for a…
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DENVER, April 27, 2020: In accordance with Governor Jared Polis’ executive order, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) enacted a public health order, implementing Safer-at-Home. Per the order, some businesses can open with abundant precautions; people 65 and older and those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 must continue to…
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                                                            April 27, 2020 Amended Health Order GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO –Citing The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Public Health Order 20-26, requiring all workers…
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COMMUNITY RELEASE April 24, 2020 Updates will be broadcast live today at 3:30 p.m. on KMTS radio GARFIELD COUNTY, CO – Tune in today, Friday, April 24, at 3:30 p.m., to KMTS radio, when Garfield County Public Health Director Yvonne Long discusses plans for reopening some local businesses. Colorado Governor Jared Polis begins the state’s…
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DENVER (April 23, 2020): The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) released a new public health order ordering workers in critical businesses and critical government functions to wear non-medical masks and gloves while at work to protect the health and welfare of the public. Public Health Order 20 26 requires that workers in…
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Denver – Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet will host a telephone town hall this Friday, April 17 to provide an update for the Colorado small business community on the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) federal response. Bennet will deliver opening remarks and moderate a panel discussion featuring Betsy Markey, Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), Glenn Plagens,…
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With social distancing and stay-at-home rules in place, local businesses need tools to sell their products and services online. This class will focus on selecting and implementing the best eCommerce experience with tools like Shopify, Etsy, WooCommerce, Ecwid, Amazon and Ebay. This event series is free and presented by the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association,…
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Gov. Polis: COVID-19 Relief Fund Accepting Grant Applications DENVER – Last week, Governor Jared Polis announced the launch of joint efforts to raise relief funds and volunteer efforts to address this public health crisis. Help Colorado Now has raised $7.7 million dollars from nearly 4,000 individuals, foundations and companies since the fund launched. More than 9,000 volunteers including 2,000 health…
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March 26, 2020 GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO – Citing Amended Public Health Order 20-24, Glenwood Springs City Manager Debra Figueroa has extended the closure for all public buildings until April 30, 2020. This continued closure includes the Community Center, City Hall, the Police Department Administrative office, the Fire Department Administrative office, and the Art Center. The…
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This time last year, Colorado residents voted for “Fairy Caves” to be the 2020 Rocky Mountain PBS “Colorado Experience” Viewers’ Choice. GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. (March 17, 2020) — Every year, Colorado Experience conducts a Viewers’ Choice Award contest to let viewers decide what episode Rocky Mountain PBS will produce. According to producer Eric Hernandez, “For…
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Sunday, March 22 Quick Links to Stay Up to Date Governor’s Facebook Page covid19.colorado.gov Today the Governor announced an executive order for all non critical-workplaces to reduce their in-person workforce by fifty percent (50%). The order directs all Colorado employers to implement tele-work capabilities to the greatest extent possible. If tele-work is not practical or…
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