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FTC crackdown pushes auto dealers to treat compliance as a core business function
Industry experts discuss the FTC crackdown, dealer transparency and how compliance, culture and pricing strategy impact M&A and valuation.
Building Hope launching mental health focused programs throughout May
Editor’s note — This story includes discussion of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is...
Arts & Entertainment Agenda, April 24-May 1
Guitar workshop with Luca Stricagnoli, April 24 “The Art of Fingerstyle With Luca Stricagnoli: Pushing the Boundaries of Acoustic Guitar” workshop will be held at 5 p.m. April 24 at The Vault at the Wheeler...
Entertainment this week: KT Tunstall, Earth Day Celebration and more
Friday, April 24 Writers in the Woods: Poet Laureate, Lee Herrick 6-9 p.m. | Incline Village. UNR at Lake Tahoe About this event Two-term California State Poet Laureate, Lee Herrick, will give a reading and...
House Republicans Ask ActBlue C.E.O., Regina Wallace-Jones, to Testify
The request is a significant escalation of G.O.P. pressure on the liberal fund-raising organization over its vetting of donations.
Tuesday letters: Decency in politics, airport spending and banking concerns
Call for decency in public life Our country needs another Joseph Welch moment. Welch was the lawyer hired by the U.S. Army in 1954 to defend it against allegations of lax security at a top-secret...
Delivery apps can't outrun the fee backlash anymore
Local and federal regulators — from New York to the FTC — are cracking down on "junk fees" on food delivery platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats.
Tribes warn CFTC move on sports prediction markets would undermine gaming compacts
Tribal leaders warn a potential CFTC move to allow sports prediction markets could bypass gaming laws, threaten compacts and shift billions in revenue.
Dillon Town Council shows support for new business incentive programs
The Dillon Town Council discussed potential new business incentive programs at its April 14 work session. The programs would look to provide financial assistance to businesses in the town core. Proposed programs would offer a...
Braun administration launches health care price chatbot. How it works
CFTC Chairman Says AI Helps Agency Run More Like a Business
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) is using artificial intelligence to boost efficiency, CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig told a congressional
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, April 18 to April 26
Lo Semple moderates Maria Semple talk in Denver, April 17 The Aspen Times columnist Lo Semple will interview novelist Maria Semple about her new book “Go Gentle” from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 17,...
Measles and Moab? Pitkin County Public Health raises awareness in off-season
With Utah becoming the epicenter of the U.S. measles outbreaks this month, Pitkin County Public Health is recommending all those planning to travel to Moab, Utah and even further to make sure they are protected against the virus.
Protecting kids from deceptive and unsubstantiated health claims: the FTC’s case against TruHeight
Parents and kids (like all consumers) need clear, truthful information to make informed decisions — especially when those decisions affect their children’s health and physical safety. With that in mind, the FTC is working to protect kids and teens from deceptive health claims. Take the Agency’s recent case: the FTC charged Vanilla Chip LLC, which does business as TruHeight, with using unsubstantiated health claims and fake or incentivized reviews to market its supplements to kids, teenagers, and caregivers.
Entertainment this week: Heritage Celebration, Disco Biscuits and more
Friday, April 17 Tahoe City Heritage Celebration – 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Gatekeeper’s Museum, 130 W Lake Blvd. Join us on Aug. 1 for a special community celebration honoring Tahoe City’s rich history with local museums,...
Preston Middle School reclaims state title in Science Olympiad
Preston Middle School reclaims the Science Olympiad state title, winning its 14th since 2010 and 15th overall to advance to the national tournament.
WATCH LIVE: CFTC chairman testifies before House panel amid scrutiny of prediction markets
Beyond the Algorithm: The business of fun
Depending on the setting, Chris Davenport might describe his career in a number of ways, but if he had to distill it into a single phrase, he would probably say: professional risk manager. Over decades in the mountains...
Vote for Blue FCU's Fort Collins-area Girls Athlete of Week (April 13)
Vote for Blue FCU Girls Athlete of the Week, with nominees from Rocky tennis, PSD lacrosse, Timnath track & field and Fossil Ridge soccer/track.
Snowmass Mountain reopened for National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic
Participants of the 40th annual National Disabled Veteran Winter Sports Clinic were able to experience Snowmass last week despite the mountain having closed early for the season Sunday, April 5.
Get on ‘board’ with Aspen’s newest charcuterie board business
Borde + Kurv offers handmade boards, along with baskets, spanning everything from brunch to charcuterie to dessert — with thoughtfully sourced and mostly local produce evoking European flavor and tradition.
House passes Ballad Health monopoly appeal, heeds some of the FTC’s advice
The Tennessee House passed a measure ending Ballad Health’s monopoly hospital agreement, adding an amendment to remove anti-competition laws.
CVS Health Corporation (CVS): Legal Clarity and Core Strengths Support the Bull Case
CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) is one of the undervalued large cap stocks to buy. On March 25, UBS analyst Kevin Caliendo reiterated a Buy rating and $97 price target on CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS). Caliendo said that CVS’s proposed settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over insulin pricing could lift a major cloud that […]
North Tahoe Chamber selects Cory Hunt as its new Business Development Manager
KINGS BEACH, Calif. – The North Tahoe Chamber announced that Cory Hunt has been hired as its new Business Development Manager. Responsible for cultivating opportunities for new and emerging businesses in North Tahoe, Hunt will...
Get on ‘board’ with Aspen’s charcuterie board business
Borde + Kurv offers handmade boards, along with baskets, spanning everything from brunch to charcuterie to dessert — with thoughtfully sourced and mostly local produce evoking European flavor and tradition.
Nearly 100 Colorado businesses have left or scaled back operations since 2019, report finds
A new report from the Colorado Chamber Foundation suggests the state’s weakening competitiveness is driving businesses out of state. Companies are blaming factors like increasing regulations and cost of living for why they’re choosing to...
WNBA free agency news, live updates: Brittney Griner joining Sun; Kelsey Mitchell signing supermax with Fever; Nneka Ogwumike to Sparks
Blu Cow owner faces final day of business with gratitude, anger
Blu Cow owner Simone Larese is hosting a “black party” on Saturday, in which guests are invited to visit the restaurant dressed in black to mourn the loss of the Vail institution, before it closes...
Winter Sports Club announces summer programming
The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club announced it summer slate for kids ages six and over. For summer 2026, the club is offering weeklong multi-sport camps and all summer-long camps. Sessions are offered in June,...
NY ranks among best states for children's health
A new study ranks New York among the top states for children's health care. See how it scored.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, April 10-16
Aspen 2026 Shortsfest final days, April 10-11 Aspen’s 2026 Shortsfest, recognized as one of North America’s premier short-film festivals and the only Academy Award-qualifying festival dedicated solely to shorts, wraps this week. The “In Conversation...
Entertainment this week: Red Not Chili Peppers, Spring Thaw Scavenge Hunt, and more
Friday, April 10 The Live Oaks – 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moody’s Bistro, Bar & Beats, 10007 Bridge St. The Live Oaks are an Americana-Soul band of very close friends that was started way, way back in 2016 (originally...
Better Business Bureau: FTC warns companies about fake reviews
Randy Hutchinson provides information to help consumers protect assets and avoid scams.
Forage 2026 | A balancing act: The science of silage
The discussion about what to feed beef cattle throughout the year is among the most important conversations for the operation. For many, silage is a consideration. Galen Erickson, Ph.D., Nebraska Cattle Industry Professor of Animal Science and Beef Feedlot Extension Specialist, University of Nebraska-Lincoln,...
Increased ACA premiums driving some patients to direct primary care
Rising ACA premiums are causing concerns for community health centers while driving some Coloradans into the arms of direct primary care providers.
Vanderbilt Medical Center's financial malpractice
While shaving staff to save money, Vanderbilt exposes its hypocrisy through multi-year, multimillion-dollar-deals with local pro sports teams.
Kremmling candidates talk election, redesigning trails at ‘pizza and politics’ mixer
Kremmling voters are getting ready to elect their new trustees and mayor by April 7. The Kremmling Chamber welcomed the candidates at their March 30 Pizza and Politics Mixer. The event, held at Kremmling House...
FTC Announces New Health Care Task Force
In a development likely to ramp up regulatory pressure on an industry already under significant federal scrutiny, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew Ferguson recently directed leaders…
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, April 3 to 10
The Wood Brothers, April 3 The roots folk blues trio The Wood Brothers will perform at 7:30 p.m. April 3 at The Wheeler Opera House, 320 E. Hyman Ave. The Wood Brothers bring decades of...
Entertainment this week: Art Walk, Poi Rogers and more
Friday, April 3 A Poetry Workshop: Imagination and Resistance – Truckee Library, 10031 Levon Ave, Truckee, CA. Friday, April 3, 2026, 10:30am – 12pm. Including social or historical elements along with your personal experience in...
Go Local Business Expo returns May 7, 2026
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The Tahoe Chamber announces the return of the highly anticipated Go Local Business Expo, taking place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 5-8 p.m. at the Tahoe Blue Event Center. As Tahoe’s...
Scott Pemberton O Theory added to VanWood entertainment line up
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – VanWood Tahoe, hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe in partnership with Kirkwood Mountain Resort and EpicPromise, announced a featured live music experience as part of its inaugural...
Fort Collins teams win Science Bowl regionals, qualify for nationals
Teams from Fort Collins' Fossil Ridge High School and Liberty Common Junior High won regional Science Bowl titles to advance to nationals.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: March 27-April 3
Limitless Mountain Challenge, March 28 Challenge Aspen’s “Limitless Mountain Challenge” runs 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 28 at Snowmass Mountain. The all-abilities ski and snowboard event supports adaptive recreation, with a downhill ski and...
FTC Launches Healthcare Task Force
On March 20, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson issued a memorandum directing the creation of an internal Healthcare Task Force.
Entertainment this week: Luggi Foeger, Broken Compass and more!
Friday, March 27 Broken Compass Bluegrass Band w/ Tba – 8 p.m., Crystal Bay Casino, 14 Highway 28. For more information, visit https://devildogshows.com/event/broken-compass-bluegrass-band-w-tba/ or call (775) 833-6333. Comedy Night – 8 p.m., SCERA, 760 North...
Poll: Vote for the Blue FCU Top Fort Collins-area Girls Winter Athlete
Vote for the top girls winter athlete. Nominees are from Liberty Common wrestling, Fossil/Wellington swim and Fort Collins/Windsor/Timnath basketball.
18 Fort Collins-area athletes earn all-state honors for winter sports
18 Fort Collins-area high school athletes earned winter all-state honors, including three who were named Player of the Year in their sport and class.
Aspen Medical Care joins Aspen Valley Health Primary Care
Aspen Valley Health has announced that Aspen Medical Care, a long-standing independent primary care practice serving the Roaring Fork Valley since 1997, will become part of its Primary Care network.
CVS Health and FTC Staff Agree to Proposed Insulin Settlement
The agreement would cover the company’s Caremark pharmacy benefit manager unit, which has denied wrongdoing.
The Best Time To Take Vitamin D for Brain Health and Mood
Vitamin D is essential for brain health and mood. Taking it in the afternoon with a large meal can help improve absorption and effectiveness.
Firefighters control fire near excavating business off Stan Miller Drive near Breckenridge
7:15 p.m.: Crews from Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District and the Breckenridge Police Department are on scene at a fire off of Stan Miller Drive near Breckenridge. Black smoke turned white as crews...
Here are nearly 100 local high school spring sports stars to watch
Spring sports are rich with talented athletes. From baseball to track and soccer to swimming, here are nearly 100 Fort Collins-area stars to watch.
Exclusive | Lawmakers to Introduce Bipartisan Bill Banning Sports Bets on Prediction Markets
A bipartisan pair of U.S. senators are introducing legislation to prohibit CFTC-regulated entities from listing contracts related to sporting events.
Aspen hosts an eve of storytelling with famed sports photographer
Led by the lens, acclaimed American sports photographer Jean Fruth will share tales from her work covering Major League Baseball and beyond.
Fort Collins' former Sundance building has a new owner. What we know
After closing its doors on East Mulberry Street in July 2024, the longtime home of Sundance Steakhouse & Saloon officially has a new owner.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: March 20-27
Consensual Improv, March 20 Roaring Fork Valley’s one-and-only improv comedy troupe is back. Consensual Improv will be hosting an upcoming show at 8 p.m. March 20 at The Arts Campus at Willits. Since 2016, they...
MLB reaches agreements with Polymarket, federal commission
MLB has named Polymarket as the league's official prediction market exchange and announced an information sharing agreement with the CFTC, the federal body that oversees the growing industry.
Entertainment this week: Once Upon A One More Time, DJ Bowie Jane and more!
Friday, March 20 Friday Night Music at Cottonwood Restaurant – 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar, 10142 Rue Hilltop. Join us each Friday at Cottonwood Restaurant & Bar in Truckee for a fun night of...
Snowmass considers defining new ‘business district’ for Draw Site, among other updates
Snowmass Town Council might consider a new business district after it was proposed Monday as a way to include small businesses in funding and priority housing for the Draw Site housing project.
Coal Ridge athletic director named best in state after landmark year of Titans prep sports
Ben Kirk did not dedicate his life to the art of sports for recognition or praise. He did it because he knows how much sports can shape a young kid, and how much impact a...
Aspen Valley Health partners with electronic health record platform
Aspen Valley Health has announced the launch of an Epic Connect partnership, aiming to shift how independent rural hospitals access advanced healthcare technology in alignment with local governance.
Haims: Jujube(s) have health benefits for sleep, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
If you’re old enough to remember enjoying a box of Jujubes at the movie theater, you’re old enough to question this article’s title. If not, here’s the scoop. For decades, Jujubes candy was a movie theater staple. They look like very short rabbit pellets, similar in size and...
Yankees spring training 2026 reaches final full week, see schedule
The Yankees enter their final full week of 2026 spring training with the season ready to kick off. See the complete slate.
YVCF habitat fund awards 3 grants targeting invasive weeds, river health and post-fire recovery
The Wildlife Habitat Improvement Local District Endowment Fund has awarded three grants to support habitat projects across Routt County, backing work on invasive weeds, river health and post-fire forest recovery, according to a statement released...
Yampa Valley Regional Airport awarded $3 million grant for Aviation Business Park
Routt County has secured a $3 million federal grant to advance infrastructure work at the Yampa Valley Regional Airport’s Aviation Business Park, a project expected to boost economic growth and create jobs across Northwest Colorado, according...
Summit High School science teacher wins award
The National Association of Geoscience Teachers announced in a recent news release that Summit High School teacher Mary Slack has been awarded the Outstanding Earth Science Teacher Award for the Rocky Mountain section. This award...
CFTC Urges Prediction Markets To Partner With Sports Leagues
CFTC issued guidance and an ANPRM for event contracts. Sports—up to 90% of volume—are a focus of the guidance encouraging platforms to partner with sports leagues.
NYT Connections Sports Edition hints and answers for March 13: Tips to solve Connections #536
Everything you need to solve Connections Sports Edition #536.
CFTC Issues New Guidance on Sports Prediction Markets
An advisory letter is the regulator’s first comprehensive guidance to prediction markets on sports-related trades.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: March 13-19
Aspen Laugh Festival Late Night Lounge, now through March 14 Aspen Laugh Festival Late Night Lounge, which began March 11, runs nightly at 10:30 p.m. through March 14 at Bad Harriett at Hotel Jerome. Hosted...
Entertainment this week: Pride Weekend at Northstar, Magoo and more!
Friday, March 13 RGXC Masters Weekly Friday Training Groups 9-11 a.m. | Royal Gorge Cross Country, Soda Springs. Join us for our Weekly Master’s Groups! On Friday’s we host our Technique Group, focused on develop...
New book finds light in ‘Darkness’ of eco-terror, ski-town politics and 90s newspaper intrigue
“We Bring you an Hour of Darkness” by Michael Bourne is a fun, fast-paced thriller for fans of the mystery genre, especially readers who enjoy ski-town tales of enviro-terror, corporate corruption, shady land deals and...
Connect for Health Colorado offers enrollment assistance
Connect for Health Colorado is accepting applications for enrollment and referral partners across the state.
Where the locals go: Small businesses struggle with relocation on top of a low-snow season
Note to readers: This is the second in an ongoing series on the vitality of Vail (for the first installment click here). As iconic buildings erected in a hurry in the early ’60s boom days require...
15 Foods Highest in Vitamin B12 for Energy and Brain Health
Foods like crab, trout, salmon, and clams are high in vitamin B12. These and other B12-rich foods can offer health benefits.
Arts & Entertainment Agenda, March 6-12
Friday morning uphill breakfast club, March 6 Hike up Buttermilk this Friday, March 6, and refuel at The Cliffhouse “Friday Morning Uphill Breakfast Club” at the top of Buttermilk Mountain from 8:45-10 a.m. Aspen Chamber...
Windows 12 release date in 2026 possible, with AI features that may force CPU upgrades
Windows 12 could be another costly upgrade for supporters of Microsoft operating systems. A new report reveals that the AI-dominated OS will require AMD and Intel CPUs with a dedicated NPU. Possibly surfacing in late 2026, the follow-up to Windows 11 may also rely on subscriptions.
CSU's Little Shop of Physics brings science to life for 8,000+
Over 8,000 people explored hands-on science experiments, from robotic arms to liquid nitrogen ice cream, at CSU's Little Shop of Physics open house.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: Feb. 27-March 5
International Guitar Night XXVI, Feb. 27 Accomplished musicians from different countries will be in Aspen for a global celebration of guitar artistry as International Guitar Night XXVI takes the stage at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27...
Entertainment this week: SnowFest, Beer and girl scout cookie pairing and more!
Friday, February 27 The Nomads SnowFest Concert & Fireworks 5-8 p.m. | Tahoe City Winter Sports Park, Tahoe City It’s time for our favorite show of the year!! February 27 The Nomads will perform their...
Trump to push Congress on health care, brag about affordability wins in State of the Union address
Coach V’s Corner: Sports tidbits
A few days back, I came across an old Sports Illustrated article from 1988 about a mountain runner from the village of Jemez Pueblo, New Mexico, named Al Waquie. Anything written about distance runners has...
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Feb. 20-27
St.-Germain Spritz activations, Feb. 20 St.-Germain Spritz activations start Feb. 20 in Aspen. The cocktail will be offered all season with menu placements at Snow Lodge at The St. Regis, the Viewline Resort, the Sundeck...
Entertainment this week: Chicago Teen Edition, Mother Hips and more!
Friday, February 20 CHICAGO Teen Edition – 7 p.m., Truckee Community Theater, 10046 Church Street. ✨ CHICAGO: Teen Edition is coming to the Truckee Community Arts Center Set in the roaring 1920s, Chicago: Teen Edition...
Water agencies voice continued concerns about health of Stagecoach Reservoir
Upper Yampa Water Conservancy District, which owns and operates Stagecoach Reservoir, continues to address two major issues regarding the reservoir’s future related to the proposed 6,100-acre Stagecoach Mountain Ranch development — water supply and water...
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: Feb. 13-19
‘GALENTINE’S BODY ALIVE,’ Feb. 13 Aspen Shakti is hosting a special “GALENTINE’s BODY ALIVE” class with Jayne Gottlieb from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Feb 13. The special occasion class will feature local live DJ California Star and...
Apple is facing FTC scrutiny over Apple News content bias claims
FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson is questioning Apple's article curation on Apple News, citing potential ideological bias in favor of left-wing outlets.
Trump FTC sends letter to Apple over alleged political bias in its news app
In a letter sent to Apple CEO Tim Cook, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew Ferguson warns that the tech giant may be in violation of the FTC Act over alleged Apple News bias.
Gillibrand urges FTC to examine impacts of AI on older Americans
The junior New York senator requested a briefing on the FTC’s inquiry into generative AI companions.
Lead with Love: The science of gratitude and why our moms rock
Two cool things coincided this week that I am grateful to share about. One, I just returned from a week-long retreat I hosted for some of my closest friends and our moms in Costa Rica....
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Feb. 6-13
Matteo Mancuso, Feb. 6 Italian electric jazz guitarist Matteo Mancuso will perform at 8:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at the Paul JAS Center, 422 E Cooper Ave. Based in his hometown of Sicily, he’s known...
Entertainment this week: Truckee Art Walk, Mardi Gras Masquerade and more
Friday, February 6 Kanekoa – 8-11 p.m., 14 State Route 28. Kanekoa returns to the Crown Room on Friday February 6th 2026. Doors 7PM, Show 8PM $20 ADV/ $25 DOS For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1371198487770284/....
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
Yesterday I joined leaders, business owners, and residents of the city of Deming and Luna County to learn about the progress they're making. My administration is proud to support this work with...
Building Hope Summit County launches behavioral health survey
The nonprofit Building Hope Summit County, in partnership with the Katz Amsterdam Foundation and Professional Research Consultants, is launching its behavioral health survey, inviting Summit County adults to share their experiences and perspectives on mental...
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: Jan. 30-Feb. 5
DanceAspen’s ‘Re:imagine — A Sneak Peek with Emilie Leriche,’ Jan. 30 A free, exclusive preview and behind-the-scenes look at DanceAspen’s upcoming production, “Re:imagine — A Sneak Peek with Emilie Leriche,” will be presented from 5:30-6:30...
Entertainment this week: Ullr Fest, Grateful Shred and more
Friday, January 30 Kilowatt Hours – 9 p.m., Bar of America, 10040 Donner Pass Rd.. Additional dates: 1/30, 1/31. For more information, visit https://www.barofamerica.com/calendar.html or call (530) 587-2626. Manzanita – 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moody’s Bistro, Bar...
Martens are focus of Yampatika community science program
Pacific martens are the focus of a community science program being offered by the local nonprofit Yampatika. “Caught on Camera: Using Trail Cams for Science” will teach attendees about the elusive Pacific marten, a small,...
Recognize Data Privacy Day by protecting your small business from cybercriminals
Your small business likely has had many milestones. Hiring your first employee. Opening your doors for the first time. Making your first sale. But some milestones you’d probably rather avoid — like experiencing your first cyberattack. Think you’re too small to target? Think again. Cybercriminals target companies big and small, so this Data Privacy Day keep your business’s data (and your customers’ data) safe by reviewing the FTC’s updated resources at ftc.gov/cybersecurity.
On Data Privacy Day (and every day): Protect your small business
Cybercriminals target companies big and small. Today is Data Privacy Day — a great opportunity to take a look at how you keep your business and customer data protected. Get started with the FTC’s updated resources at ftc.gov/cybersecurity.