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Rediscovering Leadville’s Iconic Ice Palace: A Colorado Treasure from 1896

Rediscovering Leadville's Ice Palace: A Glimpse into a Winter Wonderland In the late 19th century, the mining town of Leadville…

Government

Governor enacts groundbreaking school funding reform, providing $500 million boost for Colorado education

Governor Signs New School Funding Formula Into Law In a significant move for education funding in Colorado, Governor Jared Polis…

BBC Travel | Unique Destinations and Culinary Adventures Await in 2025

Exploring Unique Travel Destinations and Experiences As travelers seek new experiences and adventures, various exciting destinations and activities are gaining…

Xcel Energy’s $30 Million Wholesale Market Investment Faces Backlash Over Cost and Uncertain Benefits

Controversy Surrounds Xcel Energy’s Major Investment in Wholesale Electric Market Xcel Energy's intention to join a short-term wholesale electric market…

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Business & Economy

Leadville’s Streets: A Journey Through Time

Whether you call them streets, avenues, or boulevards, these roadways are essential paths connecting homes, businesses, and communities. They not…

Justice Department’s New Interpretation Grants Trump Authority to Overturn National Monument Designations

Justice Department Affirms Trump’s Authority to Rescind National Monument Designations During his presidency, Joe Biden established ten new national monuments,…

Family-Friendly Adventures Across the U.S.: Explore Unique Vacation Destinations and Activities

Exploring Diverse Family Vacation Destinations in the US Are you ready to embark on a memorable family adventure? If the…

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Latest News

Leadville Trail 100 Run Fills Up in Just 48 Hours; Other Events Still Accepting Registrations

Registration for the iconic Leadville Trail 100 Run—known as the “Race Across the Sky”—opened at midnight on January 1 and…

Scenic Byway Status Threatened for Lake County

Update: Local officials have swiftly addressed earlier communication gaps with the Colorado State Scenic and Historic Byways Commission. Vice-Chair Charlotte…

Vail Pass: From Protested Tribute to World-Renowned Name

In Colorado’s high-country lore, even the most easy-going mountain communities can fiercely guard their traditions—especially when it comes to cherished…

Rediscovering Lake County’s “Delimitations” Obelisks

If you’ve spent time exploring Lake County, you might have stumbled upon two sleek, miniature monoliths—galvanized-steel obelisks that seem to…

Exploring Education Options During National School Choice Week

On crisp winter mornings in Leadville, simply corralling kids—bundled in hats, gloves, and parkas—into a vehicle feels like a triumph.…

Stranded Snowmobilers Rescued After Overnight Backcountry Ordeal

Late Saturday afternoon, Lake County Dispatch received word that two snowmobilers—a 53-year-old and a 45-year-old—had failed to return to their…

How Leadville’s Street Names Have Evolved

Streets, avenues, boulevards—they all serve the same purpose: guiding us from one place to another. Beyond navigation, street names also…

Street Names Evolve with the Times

Streets, avenues, boulevards—they’re all just pathways to get from here to there, but they also help us pinpoint where we…

Meetings, Motorized Travel & Mental Health Updates for Leadville

1. One-on-One with Senator Bennet’s Office Date & Time: Wednesday, July 24 | 12:30 PM–5:30 PMLocation: Lake County Public Library…

“Turning the Corner in Leadville Today”

How Leadville’s Street Names Evolved Over 150 Years From Descriptive Spots to Numbered Streets Early Days (1870s): No house numbers…

Doctor Gifts Her Practice to Local Hospital

St. Vincent Health and Rocky Mountain Family Practice Unite On May 3, 2021, St. Vincent Health announced a landmark collaboration…

SOLD: The Crown Jewel of Harrison Avenue

Spring’s arrival on historic Harrison Avenue isn’t limited to wildflowers—it’s also in full bloom in our local business scene. Here’s…

Turning the Corner in Leadville: How Our Streets Got Their Names

Leadville’s streets—those avenues, boulevards, and thoroughfares—don’t just carry traffic; they tell the story of a town that grew from a…

The Endless Search for Princess Falling Rock

Travel Colorado’s highways and you’ll spot the familiar “Watch for Falling Rock” warnings—but there’s more to those signs than meets…

Turning the Corner in Leadville: How Our Streets Got Their Names

In Leadville’s earliest days, residents didn’t have numbered addresses or mail delivery. Instead, city directories guided visitors—listing homes by landmarks…