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Aspen Public Radio's local news is dedicated to delivering thought-provoking, relevant news; to providing insight into the challenges and opportunities facing the Roaring Fork Valley; and to reporting stories that otherwise might not be told. Covering a large and diverse territory from Rifle to Glenwood Springs to Aspen, the APR news staff produces special series at least twice a year, explores the details behind the decisions of the day, and provides solid, thorough news that meets the standards of National Public Radio.

Morning Newscast
Thursday September 2, 2010

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The number of suicides in Garfield County has been steadily rising over the past 5 years. Aspen Public Radio's Kristina Tabor reports on what some local groups are doing to try to prevent suicide and support survivors.

Governor Bill Ritter is weighing whether Colorado will become part of a new Federal program aimed at deporting illegal immigrants who commit serious crimes. Bente Birkland reports.

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Morning Newscast
Wednesday September 1, 2010

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The State law allows local governments to regulate their medical marijuana facilities, and Carbondale is grappling with what to do. The Town Trustees and the public discussed it last night. Aspen Public Radio's Kristina Tabor reports.

A monitor near the Aspen Golf Course that measures the pollutant, ground-level ozone, has had some high readings this year. Aspen Public Radio's Marci Krivonen reports.

Morning Newscast
Tuesday August 31, 2010

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The City of Aspen and Pitkin County are recruiting local businesses to participate in a new composting program. Aspen Public Radio's Marci Krivonen reports.

Democratic candidate for governor John Hickenlooper outlined his goals and ideas to help turn around the state's education system. Bente Birkland reports from Denver.

Morning Newscast
Monday August 30, 2010

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A traffic analysis by the City of Aspen shows some new trends this Summer, regarding when drivers are making the journey in and out of Aspen. Aspen Public Radio's Mitzi Rapkin reports.

Water experts from across the state gathered in Vail recently to discuss how to meet Colorado's future water needs. Bente Birkland reports.

School starts at all Colorado Mountain Colleges today, including at a new C.M.C. campus in Parachute. Aspen Public Radio's Marci Krivonen reports.