Book a fun and relaxing Colorado staycation this summer. Our latest edition of Travel Westword takes you to Black Hawk.

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While the Willow fire burns nearby, this Leadville resident is cleaning dog baths and selling tourist merch — with her Jeep packed and ready to evacuate.

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In a state full of natural marvels, the 160-foot-high castle remains a towering achievement.

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The Aspen Acres ballooned from under 400 acres to over 23,000 in just one day, burning multiple buildings in Pueblo County.

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Nearby communities have received pre-evacuation warnings, according to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.

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A local naturalist shares when and where to find these interesting, easy-to-identify blooms.

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Here's how to properly celebrate the summer solstice in the San Juans this weekend.

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The state’s scenic byways lead to dinosaur tracks, ghost towns and a 14,000-foot summit.

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Plan a day trip or weekend getaway to enjoy wildflower hikes, riverfront dining and a new creative district.

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"Mountain culture and music culture are one and the same.”

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