Town of Carbondale

Carbondale's beloved Crystal Theatre transitioned from a traditional business model to a nonprofit last year, allowing its leaders to fundraise and explore new programming. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series that highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.

The town of Carbondale wanted Special Problems Enforcement and Response, or SPEAR, to update its operating agreement and clarify that it does not participate in civil immigration enforcement. But Carbondale’s chief of police said SPEAR's board did not adequately address the issue in its new MOU and recommended the town revoke its membership.

Two former residents of The Homestead apartment complex have filed a class-action suit against their corporate landlord alleging poor living conditions, eviction threats and hidden fees. The president of the real estate company that owns the property called the lawsuit “frivolous,” suggesting they intend to challenge the claims.

Agencies warned that this summer, the western United States would face an active wildfire season. Roaring Fork Valley nonprofit, Age Friendly Carbondale, took action. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series that highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.

Traditional forms of therapy don’t work for everyone. Carbondale-based nonprofit WindWalkers offers horse-assisted services to fill that gap. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series, which highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.

The mural is the first of three that will highlight young immigrants’ memories and creative expression in Carbondale. The art project is part of a program supported by Carbondale-based nonprofit VOICES.

Carbondale-based nonprofit Youthentity hosted its first civics bee this week for middle school students on the Western Slope. Similar competitions — like the spelling bees — have helped schools reach certain learning benchmarks. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series, which highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.

Carbondale’s Board of Trustees recently updated the town’s regulations on Accessory Dwelling Units, hoping to encourage more residents to build housing on their properties.

In an increasingly divided society, VOICES offers a challenge to political, racial, and gender stereotypes. This story is part of our “On the Ground” radio series, which highlights solutions to local and global issues from Roaring Fork and Colorado River valley organizations.

Carbondale’s police department is now using an AI service to draft police reports. Town trustees approved a contract for the software late last month.