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Drought in the Four Corners is placing further stress on farmers bringing their local produce to market. Seeking an opportunity to collaborate, some…
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In sunny southwest Colorado, the potential for solar energy looks inviting to homeowners interested in realizing long-term savings. But that investment…
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As rural land is acquired for urban development throughout Colorado, some ranches are exploring alternative sources of income while sustaining local…
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Tourism is one of the strongest economic drivers in the state of Colorado and of many communities on the Western Slope. But the influx of visitors to some…
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During droughts, farmers on the Western Slope of Colorado have to use more plastic drip tape to irrigate. Last summer, Paonia artist John Melvin created…
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A recent report from the International Panel on Climate Change warns that countries must act immediately to mitigate the effects of global warming. As the…
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Water Managers in the Southwest United States are witnessing record levels of reservoir depletion, and Colorado’s Western Slope is feeling the stretch,…
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Wildfire is an increasing problem for Coloradans. They’re bigger than ever before, lasting longer, and affecting more people. That’s prompted some in the…
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Despite its iconic stature, the plight of the native Colorado River cutthroat trout has been both challenging and uncertain. Cara Pallone, with KOTO…
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The Apple Core Project in parts of Western Colorado aims to revive rural heirloom fruit production.KOTO’s Katie Klingsporn has the story.Western San…