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Estes Valley Weekly News Roundup

Estes Valley saw a week of growth, transition, and resilience across the community.

The new Club House Fairway Tavern is set to open May 1 at the 18-hole golf course. Operated by Gaffner Hospitality Group, the restaurant will offer a casual yet modern dining experience, serving everything from quick bites between rounds to weekend prime rib dinners.

Visit Estes Park announced a staff reo...

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New Development for Public Safety — Proposal for a New Police Building

In municipal news, the Town Board is reviewing a proposal for a new location for the Estes Park Police Station. After 52 years in its current building, the department is considering constructing a new facility on a site located on the northwest side of Community Drive and Manford Avenue.

The current building, which was originally...

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The Estes Valley Voice Spanish-language podcast recaps our top news stories each week with host David Hernandez. Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

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Welcome to La Voz del Valle de Estes, your community news update with the stories you need to know. Let’s get started.

EVICS has received a $1 million grant from the Colorado Health Foundation to support the development of a new facility and expand services for families and children in the Estes Valley. This investment strengthens early childhood education and family support programs in our community. EVICS will host ...

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The Christian Church of Estes Park will begin a ten-week Financial Peace University course for Estes Valley residents this evening. The program, which teaches Dave Ramsey's plan for budgeting, paying off debt, and building wealth, is designed to help individuals and families take control of their money and plan for a more secure future, said Keith Pearson in a recent interview with the Estes Valley Voi...

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EVICS receives $1 million grant

Local organization EVICS has received a $1 million grant from the Colorado Health Foundation to support the development of a new facility and expand services for families and children in the Estes Valley.

This investment strengthens early childhood education and family support programs. EVICS will host an open house on February 6th to celebrate and share more about the project.

Elkhorn Lo...

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Estes Valley News Summary

This week in the Estes Valley, several important developments are shaping the community.

The Estes Valley Fire Protection District has begun a reorganization process following multiple staff resignations. An internal audit was conducted, and the interim fire chief has been authorized to restructure departments and hire key personnel to improve efficiency, safety, and emergency response across ...

The Estes Valley Voice Spanish-language podcast recaps our top news stories each week with host David Hernandez. Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

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• Tina Harris announced she will seek reelection as Larimer County Clerk and Recorder in 2026.
• The victim of the fatal mountain lion attack that occurred on January 1 on the Crosier Mountain Trail has been identified; authorities have reopened the trail with safety recommendations.
• Estes Park School District Superintendent Ruby Bode announced her resignation effective at the end of the 2025–2026 school year.
• The Park ...

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Estes Valley Voice released its 2025 Annual Report:

– Over 1,110 original stories published

– Coverage of local elections and community forums

– Free promotion for nonprofit organizations

– News remains free and accessible to the public

Pixel the Snowman Snowglobe winners announced:

– Winners: Marty Miranda and Becka Gatchel

– More than 125 community members participated

News Briefs:

– Information meeting for Town Board candi...

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• The Estes Valley Fire Protection District has extended Interim Fire Chief Warren Jones’ contract through the end of 2026. This decision is intended to provide the District with stability and allow time to carefully select a permanent fire chief.
• Estes Valley Voice is involved in a legal process seeking greater transparency regarding attorney billing records from the local hospital district. A judge will review the ...

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Weekly News Summary – Estes Valley

• Featured interview with Ericka Santana, a Latina business owner in Estes Park, sharing her story, challenges, and advice for entrepreneurs in the community.

• Historic Park Theater begins a new chapter under the management of Whimsadoodle, Inc., with plans to revitalize the space through expanded cultural programming and events.

• Experts warn that recent strong winds are increasing ...

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Estes Park news recap podcast in Spanish (8 de Deciembre)

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podcas...

David Hernandez

Estes Park news recap podcast in Spanish (8 de Deciembre)

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podcas...

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Estes Park news recap podcast in Spanish (17 de Noviembre)

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podca...

David Hernandez

Estes Park news recap podcast in Spanish (17 de Noviembre)

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podca...

David Hernandez

Estes Park news recap podcast in Spanish (17 de Noviembre)

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podca...

David Hernandez

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podcasts are accessible on Buzzsprout, Spotify, and Apple, the ...

David Hernandez

The Estes Valley Voice provides a Spanish-language recap of our top news stories each week with David Hernandez.

Please let us know if you, your business, or organization would like to become a sponsor of this work.

Let us know how we’re doing. Do you have ideas for stories about stories we need to be covering? We want to hear from you.

Our Spanish language podcasts are accessible on Buzzsprout, Spotify, and Apple, the ...