Spin another thread into the tangled web of local travel management. The new thread could result in the Forest Service allowing mountain bikes to travel up Baxter Gulch.
Paving project at Big Mine Park unearths historical coke ovens
Written by Mark Reaman
Wednesday, 01 September 2010
Town looking at mini archaeological dig
A recent town paving project is stirring up a look at some of Crested Butte’s mining history. The paving of the Big Mine parking lot has resulted in the rediscovery of some of the coke ovens built during the coal-mining era more than century ago.
July sales tax numbers soar in town and on the mountain
Written by Mike Horn & Mark Reaman
Wednesday, 01 September 2010
Mt. Crested Butte sales tax collections up 24 percent
It’s been a while since there was good news to report on the sales tax front. In July, though, the busy vibe was downright palpable, and now the numbers are in to confirm it. In fact, both Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte are reporting that this July was unprecedented for sales tax collections. The businesses in both towns say it was strong as well.
Community Events Committee creates valley-wide partnership
Written by Mike Horn
Wednesday, 01 September 2010
Events crucial for community
Business owners routinely call out during public meetings for more events to fill out the shoulder months, and bringing more events to town in general. It’s no secret that events are the bread and butter of the “entertainment” component of the local economy, and can make a real difference for local businesses.
Remodel and 13,000-sq.-ft. expansion will take 18 months to complete
Gunnison Valley Health (GVH) closed on a $7.5 million bond issue Friday, August 27 to pay for a 13,000-square-foot addition and 4,500 square feet of remodeled space inside the Hospital. Just in time, too, as the initial site development has already started and the official groundbreaking is this Thursday, September 2.
Hells Angel arrested a month ago in Gunnison indicted on federal charges
Written by Mark Reaman
Wednesday, 01 September 2010
Overall, less than one contact an hour during the week
A Hells Angel who was arrested during the U.S.A. Run through Gunnison a month ago has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Denver and could face 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
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