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Women’s health trainings help reach unreached in remote villages
In remote villages of the Himalayan mountains, women’s health trainings are opening doors for believers to build relationships and share the gospel.
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...
Latest peek into pika science written by CMU student during senior year
Karli Weatherill was a Colorado Mesa University sophomore when she showed up at the office of Johanna Varner and voiced an interest in doing scientific research in the mountains.
Small business in Los Gatos remembers Loma Prieta earthquake, thankful for no damage in Thursday's quake
Small business in Los Gatos remembers Loma Prieta earthquake, no damage in Thursday's quake
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...
The Block in Bloom: Spring market pop-ups energize historic Black business district
Throughout the spring, entrepreneurs will flock to The Block — the historic heart of Asheville’s Black business and cultural district — for the Ujamaa Marketplace. The monthly, recurring vendors’ market launched in March and will continue to run through May, with a final special all-day gathering set for Juneteenth. On this week’s cover, starting left, alexandria ravenel, Aisha Adams and Ramona Young.
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...
Data Breaches Announced by Corewell Health & Rocky Mountain Care
Rocky Mountain Care in Utah has announced a January 2026 data breach, and Corewell Health in Michigan has confirmed that more than 19,000 patients have Rocky Mountain Care in Utah has announced a January 2026 data breach, and Corewell Health in Michigan has confirmed that more than 19,000 patients have been affected by a data breach at business associate Pinnacle Holdings.
BUSINESS BRIEFS: BTG’s Playhouse Project receives $500,000; Berkshire HorseWorks receives $18,500; BCC Assistant Professor receives $5,000; Berkshire County Arc receives $80,000; NBT Bank donates $29,000; Egremont Water Commission receives $33,225; MountainOne distributes $363,200
“Like so many people in the Berkshires, I have deep personal memories of the Stockbridge Playhouse and the transformative experiences it made possible,” said Gilson Family Foundation board member Mary Gilson Spina. “Supporting its restoration is about honoring that legacy while ensuring future generations have the same opportunity to experience the magic of live theatre in this remarkable space.”
Turkey Mountain cleanup event focuses on improving mental health
Volunteers gathered Sunday to clean trails at Turkey Mountain, while promoting mental wellness and community connection.
Scientists Found Evidence of Ice Age Humans Where It Shouldn’t Have Been
Early humans may have survived a brutal ice age by hiding out in mountain caves located in what’s now Serbia.
Watch the Nevada-San Jose State State softball series live here
The Nevada softball team hosts San Jose State State in a Mountain West series at Hixson Park from Friday-Sunday. All three games will air on Nevada Sports Net,
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...
Council to explore Parkside entertainment center development
Asheville City Council is weighing the future of a 2.43-acre parcel, referred to as “Parkside,” which is currently used as a parking lot for city staff. The site could become home to a 2,500-seat entertainment venue.
Council to explore Parkside entertainment center development
Asheville City Council is weighing the future of a 2.43-acre parcel, referred to as “Parkside,” which is currently used as a parking lot for city staff. The site could become home to a 2,500-seat entertainment venue.
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.
‘Project Hail Mary’ Is Out-of-this-world Entertainment
Back in 2017, filmmakers Phil Lord and Christopher Miller were hired and, several months into filming, fired from the Han Solo prequel movie, “Solo: A Star Wars Story.”
Communicating Across Disciplines in Climate Change Litigation
Climate change litigation must climb many mountains to advance justice and reshape human behaviors for the well-being of people and our planet. On this long, arduous journey, litigants, lawyers, scientific witnesses, and judges face challenges of communicating across disciplines. UCS’s new resourc
Businesses in the mountains trading ski rentals for bike rentals during warm spring
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...
In the Fight to Defend the Amazon, This Indigenous Community’s Secret Weapon Is Science
In the copper-rich mountains of southeastern Ecuador, Shuar people are combining ancestral knowledge and modern science to protect their forest from a Canadian mining giant.
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.
Small business and entrepreneurship growth a point of focus for Secretary of State’s Office
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – Entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Mountain State have gotten some extra support with the passage of new legislation. West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner me...
Police responding to business explosion in Carroll County
According to a spokesperson for the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department, the explosion occurred Friday afternoon at the address of Catoctin Mountain Growers.
Are You One of Those Weirdos Who Wants More Money in Politics? Move to West Virginia!
A shady new political donations law just passed, and so the age-old effort to keep the Mountain State an oligarch’s playground rolls onwards.
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...
This Cleveland County restaurant closed after 20 years in business
Mountain View Restaurant in Kings Mountain has closed its doors after 20 years serving homestyle cooking to the community.
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.
Pre-litigation meeting fails to resolve dispute between businesses and Black Mountain
An update now on a story we’ve been following for you, the ongoing dispute between Black Mountain Brewing and the Town of Black Mountain.
Chris Weidner: Climbing past the politics: the Iran I remember
Our first impression of Tehran was overwhelming. From the hillside beneath the Alborz Mountains we looked upon a sea of mostly white buildings — a metropolis home to more than 8 million people. Down there, thick pollution stung my eyes and …
Madison County considers rezoning along scenic byway near Marshall
Lonesome Mountain Market owner Johnny Moore purchased the building in 2022 with the purpose of operating a general/convenience store, he said.
40th Annual San Joaquin County Science Olympiad Division B/C Results
Teams from Wicklund Elementary and Mountain House High take first place at the 40th annual San Joaquin County Science Olympiad Division B/C Competition.
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...
Alto Neuroscience Reports Full Year 2025 Financial Results and Recent Business Highlights
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 16, 2026--Alto Neuroscience, Inc. ("Alto") (NYSE: ANRO), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of novel precision medicines for neuropsychiatric disorders, today reported financial results for the full year ended December 31, 2025, and highlighted recent progress across its pipeline of clinical-stage product candidates.
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...
Intermountain Health employee pleads guilty after stealing 100+ prescriptions from Colorado patients
A former employee of Intermountain Health in Colorado has pleaded guilty after she stole more than 100 prescriptions from patients being treated for significant pain.
Judge quashes Justice Department subpoena of Federal Reserve
Judge James Boasberg said that a "mountain of evidence suggests" that the purpose of the subpoenas was simply to pressure the Fed to cut its key interest rate
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...
My stay in Switzerland’s oldest mountain inn – where winter sports aren’t allowed
Perched high above a frozen lake, Grimsel Hospiz in the Bernese Oberland offers an unusual winter escape, with gourmet food, a hot tub, star-filled skies and no distractions
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.
Scoop: Mountaingate to sell Relevate Health
Relevate is part of a cadre of sponsor-backed marketing and engagement businesses that could be due for a trade.
High School Students Advance from State Science and Engineering Fair to International Competition
Charleston, W.Va. - The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) is pleased to announce that Pavan Subramani from Morgantown High School (Monongalia County), Iqraa Zaman from George Washington High School (Kanawha County) and the team of Jaxon Milam and Joseph Nodurft from the Linsly School (Ohio County) have advanced from the 72nd annual West Virginia State Science and Engineering Fair (WVSSEF) to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). The state-level fair serves as the qualifier for the ISEF, and these four students will represent the Mountain State in Phoenix in May.To compete in the WVSSEF, students in Grades 3-12 had to win their local, county and regional science and engineering fairs. Today’s competition resulted in 48 first place winners, 53 second place winners and 46 third place winners. For the full detailed list, view the 2026 WVSSEF Official Results.The WVSSEF challenges students to think critically about the world around them, encouraging them to find answers to unsolved questions and address problems by introducing proactive solutions. Students are also provided the opportunity to present their projects to judges—industry professionals and university professors—to discuss the research findings, scientific methodologies and hypotheses involved in their work.“The West Virginia Science and Engineering Fair is a highlight of every school year, as it brings some of the Mountain State's most accomplished students together as a showcase of the immense talent and potential they possess," said State Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt. "These young scholars show time and time again that the future economy of West Virginia is bright. The attention to detail in every project and the passion and joy expressed by our students are truly inspiring."The WVSSEF featured 273 aspiring scientists, chemists and engineers who presented 209 projects featuring material science, animal science, plant science, physics, astronomy, engineering and more.View event photos.
Gemstone-filled river and striped mountain ridge form massive 'Y' in China's revitalized desert
A 2025 satellite photo shows a giant "Y" in the middle of the Taklamakan Desert, where a verdant river and a lengthy "red-white mountain" meet. The intersecting features are also home to an eighth-century fort that was chock-full of ancient artifacts.
ETSU, Health Wagon team up for free medical services in SWVA
The Health Wagon, along with the ETSU Quillen College of Medicine, will be hosting its 38th Move Mountains Medical Mission this week in Southwest Virginia.Sched
Unexplored deep-water worlds in Caribbean revealed for the first time
Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures.
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...
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...
On the French Riviera, a Sarkozy heir seeks to chart his own political path
In a French Riviera town nestled between the mountains, the Mediterranean and the Italian border, a disgraced former president's son is hoping to launch his political career with a new, untested brand of conservatism flecked with U.S. influence.
Olympic Sports Coaches Show Set for February - West Virginia University Athletics
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – The Mountaineer Sports Network from Learfield has announced the March schedule for its WVU Olympic Sports Coaches Show live from the Moun...
Health alert issued following potential measles exposure at Cache County high school
Cache County School District sent a health alert after a potential measles exposure at Mountain Crest High School in Hyrum.In a statement, school district offi
Great Entertainment
Director Jamil A.C. Mangan and actor Torrey Linder, who stars as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., preview Playhouse on Park's production of "The Mountaintop".
WVU drives health care in Mountain State
The University’s impact on health care statewide is highlighted in the latest issue of West Virginia Executive.
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...
Santiago de Chile Declaration launched to advance clean air and environmental justice in Latin America
The Santiago de Chile Declaration calls for urgent, coordinated action to reduce air pollution and advance environmental justice across Latin America and the Caribbean. Launched with support from World Health Organization and Pan American Health Organization, the Declaration frames clean air as a human right and sets out concrete regional and national priorities to protect public health—especially for vulnerable communities.
Unrest in Mexico impacts local family and business owner
One Smith Mountain Lake business owner says just weeks ago, Guadalajara felt safe and vibrant, but now, his family is sheltering in place as violence disrupts daily life.
More than 168 pounds of marijuana found in Kings Mountain business, police say
More than 168 pounds of marijuana were found in a downtown Kings Mountain business, according to police.
Tennessee lawmakers widen field for private school players in public school sports bill
A last-minute amendment may have just widened the field.Tennessee lawmakers in the Senate advanced a bill on Monday that would let certain private school studen
Alaska to highlight rich sports history with ‘Week of Dreams Kickoff’
Visitors to the Mountain View Library on Thursday will have a chance to both read and hear about the rich history of Alaskan athletics.
Trump administration is removing history and science from Bent's Old Fort and other Mountain West parks, lawsuit alleges
At Bent's Old Fort National Historic Site, a sign describing a family's "ownership" of enslaved people was flagged.
Feb. 20 Sports Caravan
Smith Valley's Luke Lannom had 26 points as the Bulldogs beat Spring Mountain 81-53 to advance to the 1A state championship
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...
Ski Mountaineering’s Olympic debut: Beautiful races, beautiful place and a sport that belongs
Ski Mountaineering made its Olympic debut on Thursday. For fans and competitors alike, it was a day to remember.
Donor moved indoor ASU football practice facility forward
ASU football got some help with its indoor practice facility in the form of a big-spending donor, coach Kenny Dillingham told Arizona Sports.
My favorite mountain town is in North Carolina: Perfect weekend trip
After my favorite mountain towns started to get too crowded with tourists, I found a new favorite entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Skimo: What you need to know about the newest Olympic sport
Ski mountaineering is making its Olympic debut at the Winter Games in Italy. What is this sport all about?
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...
Before the medals: The science behind training for freezing mountain air
From freezing temperatures to thin mountain air, University of Cincinnati exercise physiologist Christopher Kotarsky, PhD, explained how cold and altitude impact Olympic performance in a recent WLWT-TV/Ch. 5 news report.
What is ski mountaineering? More on the sport making its debut at the Winter Olympics 2026
Ski mountaineering is new to the Olympics, but it's actually one of the oldest forms of skiing. Here's more on the treacherous sport that pushes athletes to their limits.
Ski Mountaineering Makes Its Olympic Debut at the Milan-Cortina Winter Games
Ski mountaineering tests strength and endurance as athletes race uphill on skis and on foot before going back down.
Mountain Studies Institute’s new executive director bridges science and policy
There’s no better way to learn about a river than being upside down inside it, says Molly McKeon, a Durango resident and the new executive director of the Mountain Studies Institute. At a time Southwe...
Franklin business owners among those killed in Denver Crash
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WZTV) — Four people tragically lost their lives in a small plane crash near Emerald Mountain near Steamboat Springs, Colorado early Friday morn
Top entertainment figures back under-fire UN Palestinians expert
Over a hundred top figures from the world of entertainment signed an open letter Saturday in support of UN Palestinian human rights expert Francesca Albanese who faces calls to resign
Roundup: Weber State football, basketball schedules affected by realignment
Future schedules for Weber State’s football and basketball teams have been affected by recent college sports realignment. And, speaking of realignment and schedules, Utah State released its first Pac-12 Conference football schedule as it joins with several outgoing Mountain West teams to form a new home in the fall of 2026. Changes likely for 1 […]
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...
Scott Sports Announced as Official XC Bike Partner for the Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series
Scott Sports is the latest brand to sign a
Climate change squeeze winter sports
A big part of the Winter Olympics is the winter weather. New data shows rising temperatures are complicating that. WRAL News looks at how sports are surviving the warmer weather.
Wolfe Mountain Entertainment hosts Valentine’s haunted house weekend
Wolfe Mountain Entertainment will host a two-day haunted house event this weekend as an alternative to traditional Valentine’s Day activities.
North Dakota State to petition for immediate CFP, postseason access
The Bison's move challenges a long-standing rule that bars new FBS programs from competing for championships for two years. NDSU joins the FBS as a member of the Mountain West in July.
The physics of the Winter Olympics : Short Wave
Watching a ski jumper fly through the air might get you wondering, “How do they do that?” The answer is – physics!That’s why this episode, we have two physicists – Amy Pope, a physicist from Clemson University and host Regina G. Barber – break down the science at play across some of the sports at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Because what’s a sport without a little friction, lift and conservation of energy? They also get into the new sport this year, ski mountaineering - or “skimo” as many call it - and the recent scandal involving the men’s ski jump suits. Interested in more science behind Olympic sports? Check out our episodes on how extreme G-forces affect Olympic bobsledders, the physics of figure skating and the science behind Simone Biles' Olympic gold. Also, we’d love to know what science questions have you stumped. Email us your questions at shortwave@npr.org – we may solve it for you on a future episode!Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
North Dakota State, Winner of 10 FCS titles, Jumps to FBS Mountain West
Perennial FCS power North Dakota State will move up to the FBS level this season and join the Mountain West conference for football.
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....
Winter Olympics: Lindsey Vonn airlifted off mountain after crashing out hard in women's downhill
Vonn crashed almost immediately after the start.
WVU women handle business in 87-68 win over Arizona
West Virginia took care of business Saturday, the way a top 20 team should against a struggling foe without its best player in the lineup. That the 20th-ranked Mountaineers ran away from Arizona, 87-68, inside the Hope Coliseum wasn’t exactly what caught the eye of Arizona head coach Becky Burke. It was how the Mountaineers […]
North Dakota State in talks to join Mountain West for football
The move would mark one of the most significant FCS-to-FBS transitions in recent history and comes amid major realignment shifts inside the Mountain West
Sources: North Dakota State in serious discussions to join Mountain West as football-only member
North Dakota State’s long-awaited move to the Football Bowl Subdivision is inching closer to becoming a reality.
Winter Olympics activities for kids and how they can help kids improve at sports
Here are five Olympic-style ways to help a kid recharge for a primary sport, or maybe discover a new one. You don't need bobsled track or a mountain.
Sources: Sacramento State making aggressive effort to join FBS league, proposing an eight-figure entry fee
While many FBS leagues have rebuffed the proposal — the Mountain West and the Pac-12 among them — other league executives are exploring the possibility.
How many Winter Olympians played college sports? Inside the NCAA’s impact in the 2026 Milan Cortina Games
The road to the Winter Olympics runs through snow-covered mountains, frozen rinks and, for more than 240 Olympic athletes, college campuses. These athletes represent 19 nations, span 86 colleges and bring 70 national championships, showcasing that Olympians are made here, in the NCAA.
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...
Inaugural ASU–Science Prize winners use AI to help farmers, trafficking victims
From continent-spanning satellite imagery to distributed criminal networks hiding online, some of our most intractable challenges are buried within mountains of data. Two researchers are using artificial intelligence to make sense of such complexity and turn overwhelming datasets into practical solutions.
The Winter Olympics gets 8 new events, including its first new sport in decades
Ski mountaineering will make its Olympic debut this year, the first winter sport to do so since 2002. Skeleton, luge, ski jumping and moguls are also getting new events.
Maersk delivered a strong 2025 with progress across the business
Maersk delivered a strong performance in all businesses in 2025 with results reaching top-end of financial guidance