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2023 Wrapped: A September wildfire that snarled I-70 for hours is the No. 10 story of the year

The Vail Daily is counting down the 10 most-read stories of 2023. Check back each day through Dec. 31 as we recap the year’s biggest news. When a car and a dump truck collided on...

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Shop with a Cop provides joy for Eagle County kids and officers

‘Tis the season for giving, and due to the generosity of the public and plenty of sponsors, Shop with a Cop had another successful outing earlier this month with kids going home with plenty of...

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Many Eagle County special districts evaluating their 2024 property tax rates and finances

Chief Justin Kirkland and the Gypsum Fire Protection District’s elected board have passed a budget for 2024. But changes may come before the new year dawns. Gypsum Fire, along with most other special districts in...

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Van Beek: A day of thanks, a community of giving

The holidays kick off next week at Thanksgiving. It’s a time when we have visions of a Normal Rockwell gathering, yet, in reality for many, those happy images remain a fantasy.  For some, especially in this...

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As wildfire threat grows, Eagle County emergency agencies are preparing harder than ever

Each year, the threat of a significant wildfire event in Eagle County continues to grow.   “They’re moving much faster now with the types of weather we’re having and the types of fuel that are...

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How EC Alerts fit into Eagle County's emergency response

Whether it’s a fire, road closure, accident, or some other emergency, the various first responder agencies across Eagle County jump into action, assuming their respective roles and working to resolve whatever situation arises. However, a...

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I-70 open in both directions after fire near Wolcott snarls traffic for hours

Motorists spent hours stuck in traffic Thursday on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 6 after a wildfire broke out around 1:25 p.m. near Wolcott. The extended shutdowns of both major arteries through Eagle County left...

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Camp 911: Empowering kids with safety skills and adventure this summer in Edwards and Gypsum

EDWARDS — For more than two decades, Camp 911 has been empowering kids with vital safety knowledge, decision-making skills and practical techniques to handle emergencies. Hosted by Eagle County Emergency Services, Camp 911 is an...

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With prom looming, Eagle County School District hosts safe driving fairs at high schools

Over the past month, both Eagle Valley and Battle Mountain high schools hosted safe driving fairs. The fairs aimed at educating students about the importance of driving safely as well as on the perils of...

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Gypsum fire district lowers ISO rating

The Gypsum Fire Protection District announced that its ISO Public Protection Classification rating has improved to a 2/2Y for the majority of the district.  ISO ratings measure, on a scale of 1-10, four primary categories...

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