Don Bailey, left, of the National Bit, Spur & Saddle Collectors Association, poses for a photo with Mickey Mackin, the widow of Bill Mackin in this June photo. Bailey is holding a framed photo of Bill, while Mickey is holding a plaque commemorating Bill s induction into the NBSSCA hall of fame.
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The man whose lifelong collection makes up Craig’s Cowboy and Gunfighter Museum took his ride into the sunset late last year, but a new honor helps ensure he won’t long be forgotten.
Bill Mackin, a longtime resident of northwest Colorado, was recently inducted into the National Bit, Spur & Saddle Collectors Association hall of fame. For years, Mackin hosted tours and curated exhibits at Craig’s Museum of Northwest Colorado.
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Weather permitting, the balloons will launch in the early mornings.
On Saturday there’s time to explore the town. There’s a Colorado Cruiser’s Classic car show, craft and food vendors, ducky race, a cardboard boat regatta, beer garden, bingo and music all afternoon and evening. Balloon glow at 8:30 p.m.
Balloon launch and chase Sunday followed by visits to local museums including The Museum of Northwest Colorado and Wyman Living History Museum. Also in this area, the Sand Wash Basin Wild Horse Herd. mcballoonfestival.com
Telluride Jazz Festival, Aug. 13-15
A 44-year music tradition in the incredibly beautiful Telluride Town Park. World-class headliners like the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Galactic featuring “Jelly” Joseph, Robert Glasper and so many others.
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After much discussion at other council meetings and even a special workshop, the Craig City Council ultimately voted down a motion to implement a marijuana sales tax during its meeting this week.
Additionally, the council agreed to table the discussion indefinitely, meaning that the Museum of Northwest Colorado and the Craig library will have to make do without additional funding from the taxes.
An ordinance had been written, intending to implement a 2% sales tax on marijuana sales in the city, which would be in addition to the 2.9% Colorado sales tax and a 15% excise tax.
Councilor Chris Nichols proposed a 4% sales tax, which Councilor Bruce Cummings seconded, although ultimately the council couldn’t come to an agreement on the tax.
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