In the Know.
The Town of Gypsum is doing multiple road and infrastucture projects this summer. The I-70 roundabout is under construction and is scheduled to be finished by the end of the summer.
A resurfacing project is underway on Battle Mountain from U.S Highway 24 at mile point 147, just south of Minturn, to mile point 158, just past Red Cliff.
The Town of Avon is asking the public to dismount and walk their conveyance when they approach the playground and sand volleyball courts on the north side of Nottingham Lake. This is to help protect the patrons of the park.
The I-70 Westbound onramp in Dowd Junction will be closed through mid-August as CDOT replaces a wall along the interstate. Additional delays along U.S. Highway 6 are to be expected Monday through Friday business hours with flaggers alternating traffic between mile points 174.3 to 173.4.
Gypsum Ponds will be undergoing improvements and road work beginning late this summer, with completion time estimated for fall. A project to better control water levels in the ponds and road work are the main improvements.
Roundabout construction between Edwards and Avon on Highway 6 began this spring and is scheduled to be completed on October 29. The two roundabouts will be at the intersection of Arrowhead and Highway 6 and the intersection of Hillcrest Drive and Highway 6.
The Vail Recreation District’s Cougar Ridge Classic 26K Trail Running Race happens on September 28. The race starts at 7 a.m. on Vail Mountain and ends in Minturn. Registration is limited to 175 racers, so register early at vailrec.com/register.
Vail Recreation District is proud to bring you the final installment of the Dynafit summer trail running races on Saturday, September 14. The Dynafit MeadowGold 5K & 10K is presented by the town of Minturn and begins at 9 a.m. Check vailrec.com/races for details and registration.
Copper Mountain Resort offers year-round skiing on real snow for 12 consecutive months. The general public can get their summer turns in at the summer hike park in by Sept. 8. Copper Mountain’s winter season begins this year on November 8.
The Guyptober Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5 this year at the Lundgren Amphitheater in Gypsum. Festivit
The Town of Eagle is accepting nominations for the 2024 Community Impact Award. This award honors individuals, businesses or orgnizations that make a positive impact on the Eagle Community. Nominations for the award are being accepted in the Eagle Town Clerks office through Sept. 30. The Eagle Town Council will review all of the nominations and vote for the recipient. Winners will be announced later this year by the Town Council.
The Vilar Performing Arts Center’s Underground Sound concert series begins on Wednesday, Sept. 18. Concert Passes, which include a drink at each show, are available at [email protected].
Vail Village and Lionshead will have lots of cool cars on display on Sunday, Sept. 15th. This is the 15th edition of the Vail Concours (Con-Coor).
Vail Octoberfest will be kicking off on Friday, Sept. 13 and rolling into Sunday, Sept. 15.
Crowded House will be playing the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail on Tuesday, Sept. 17.
Avon’s annual Community Picnic will be held this evening from 5:30 to 7:30. This event offers free food and cold beverages while supplies last.
Comedian Jim Gaffigan is being featured at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater tonight beginning at 8 o’clock this evening.
The Town of Gypsum is holding the Fiestas Americas celebration on Sunday, Sept. 15 at the Lundgren Amphitheater. This family friendly festival celebrates Latin American culture and gives our communities a chance to come together.
Amos Lee with The Indigo Girls are playing the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail on Friday, Sept. 13. Gates open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7.
The Vail Gymnastics Classic is happening this weekend on Saturday and Sunday. There will be talented gymnasts from all across Colorado competing. The event runs all day, each day, at Dobson Arena in Vail.
The Eagle River Coalition is presenting a Water Festival on Friday, Sept. 20 at Colorado Mountain College in Edwards from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
