NEWS

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• Report on backcountry snow conditions from CAIC
• Hotchkiss businessman creates handy app for Androids

Colorado Pilot’s Association for exceptional service and facilities. Last week, airport manager Mike Clawson accepted another award from the Delta County Commissioners, noting the accomplishment. KVNF’s Marty Durlin has the story.

A handful of victims from this summer’s Aurora theater shooting were at the state capitol on Friday urging lawmakers to curb gun violence. Victims say the country needs to take action now. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol. 

Headlines:

• Avalanche danger increases after recent snows
• North Fork Airport receives awards
• Relatives of Aurora shooting victims urge gun control

State economists were in an optimistic mood yesterday, saying Colorado’s economy is performing better than the rest of the nation. As a result, lawmakers will also have more money to spend in next year’s budget than originally anticipated. Bente Birkeland has more from the state capitol.

Headlines:

• State Economy Better Than Expected
• State Biologists Work To Restore Blue Mesa Salmon
• KVNF Sports Report
• Western Slope Skies - Solstice Edition
• Good Solstice Wishes

The Paonia Eagles beat out 38 teams to win last weekend's Warrior Classic wrestling tournament. The prestigious all-class tournament attracts teams from throughout the state, Utah, Wyoming and Arizona. KVNF sports reporter Tamie Meck has more.