Telluride Sixth Grader Explores Beet Juice, Solar Panels in Statewide Science Fair

Telluride sixth grader Ingram Olson is tackling climate change one solar panel at a time. After months of research and a boost from NREL, Olson presented his beet juice-powered solar project at the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair—earning the Burt Rutan Energy Award.

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Newscast 5-2-25

- TelSki at The Bitter End With Illium Housing - Cat Movie Fisher with Risho Unda - The Past, Present, and Future at the Telluride Historical Museum

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Avalanche zoning divides Ophir community as ordinance heads to General Assembly

The town of Ophir, Colorado, grapples with balancing building development and avalanche risk, as debates over outdated zoning maps and safety regulations unfold.

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Federal Funding Confusion for Local Nonprofits

Eco-Action Partners and Sheep Mountain Alliance face uncertainty as an EPA funding freeze disrupts their federal grant. With little communication from the agency, the nonprofits are struggling to continue climate resilience work while seeking alternative funding.

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Newscast 3-24-25

- Federal Funding Confusion for Local Nonprofits - Mountain Village Increases Council Pay - Fighting Oligarchy Tour Comes to Denver

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Brush Fire in Norwood Highlights Community Preparedness

A controlled burn near Norwood, Colo., spread to nearly two acres on March 11, fueled by high winds. Fire Chief John Bockrath warns of increasing wildfire risks due to low moisture and advises caution with controlled burns.

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Zombie Apocalypse Visits The West End

Discover how N3's Theater's latest production, '10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse,' brings humor and creativity to the West End community. Featuring local students and led by Brock Benson, this thrilling comedy explores unique survival tactics against zombies while showcasing the transformative power of theater.

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Newscast 3-17-25

- Airport Expansion Draws Eyes of Deep Creek Homeowners - G is for Government Previews Telluride Town Council - Capitol Conversation Talks Gun Regulation

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Newscast 3-14-25

- Mountain Village and Telski Go To Battle - Mining Sees More Regulation in San Miguel County - Public Health Encourages Measles Vaccination

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“Off the Record” 3-11-25: Kelton Wright

Join KOTO news reporter Mason Osgood and local writer Kelton Wright for Off the Record. Kelton is a passionate Ophirite but has a rich career in writing and journalism ranging from Washington DC to Los Angeles. We’re talking about writing, mountain living, and pets this week.

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Newscast 3-10-25

- Mountain Village Turns 30 - Commissioners Talk Local Funding Requests for Congress - Lawmakers Hit Halfway

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