Author: cmcgenesis
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‘Moonshine in Breckenridge’ this weekend
Weekend getaway offers luxury, learning and history This weekend Colorado Mountain College in Breckenridge hosts a two-day getaway centered on fine dining and spirits, set in a historical context. On Saturday, July 28, learn from distiller Jordan Via how mountain snowmelt has helped to create Gold Medal-winning Breckenridge Bourbon Whiskey, made by Breckenridge Distillery. Then…
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ASCENT program provides free tuition for rising high school seniors
Students from Eagle County Schools take on new challenges at Colorado Mountain College Eagle, CO — A wise man once said that you can have everything in this world if you sacrifice everything for it, but what he meant was nothing comes without a price. Eagle County Schools (ECS) and Colorado Mountain College (CMC) are…
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Internationally exhibited artist’s show to reopen Colorado Mountain College gallery
Opening Reception July 20 at CMC’s new art gallery Colorado Mountain College will celebrate the reopening of its downtown Glenwood Springs gallery in its new home, with an exhibit from renowned Santa Fe artist Michael Kessler. Kessler’s abstract paintings have brought him international honors, including the Rome Prize for painting from the American Academy in…
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Isaacson School for New Media Dedication Day July 18
Public invited to meet Walter Isaacson and learn about CMC’s new school in Aspen and Glenwood Springs On July 18 Colorado Mountain College will celebrate the Dedication Day of its new Isaacson School for New Media, with numerous events at the Aspen District Theatre. Free events open to the public are: • 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Dedication…
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Highway 24 to Leadville Now Closed
After planning to reopen one lane of traffic on U.S. Highway 24 on Tuesday, the Colorado Dept. of Transportation reversed that decision and closed the highway for an indefinite period. The sink hole at mile marker 165, first estimated at 45 feet deep, was determined to be a collapsed railroad tunnel and was some 100…
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Alpine Bank awards CMC scholarship to local student
Summit High’s Edeyanira Martinez earns assistance to attend Colorado Mountain College “Do it for your future.” Edeyanira Martinez can still hear her father’s words in her mind as she studies, does her homework and prepares for college. Her father passed away several years ago, leaving behind Edeyanira, her three sisters and her mother. “My father’s…
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Teaming with Microbes a lesson in sustainability
Colorado Mountain College workshop promoted organic gardening By Kristen Green Organisms that are too small to be seen by the human eye carry the weight of all living things on their microscopic shoulders. Microbes form the foundation of the soil food web, helping the soil support plant life, which supports the rest of life as…
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Alpine Bank awards scholarships
Three area students earn assistance to attend Colorado Mountain College This year’s Alpine Bank Latino/Hispanic Scholarship program is helping 13 students from 12 Western Slope high schools attend Colorado Mountain College this fall. Among this year’s scholars are three recent graduates from Eagle County: Levi Ernest from Red Canyon High School, Stella Martinez from Battle…
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CMC Leadville hosts Project Healing Waters for third year
Leadville- Ten Fort Carson soldiers recently spent three days in the tranquility and splendor of the local mountains to renew their minds and bodies. They were participants of Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing Inc. (PHWFF) for Fort Carson and were accompanied by two PHWFF staff. They were hosted by Colorado Mountain College Leadville Campus for…
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Road work part of construction at Colorado Mountain College in Steamboat Springs
12th Street realignment begins Monday The realignment of 12th Street in Steamboat Springs began Monday, June 11, resulting in some detours within the neighborhood. During construction, access to 12th Street is restricted to everyone but area residents. Work is to be completed by Aug. 23. Contractors working for Colorado Mountain College are realigning the street…