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Seniors at Aspen High School celebrated “College Decision Day” on campus last week with their post-secondary counselors. A few spoke to Aspen Public Radio about where they’re going, how they made the decision, and what they expect at their new schools.
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On today's newscast: The EPA says that the level of heavy metals in Lincoln Creek can be poisonous to aquatic life and habitat, The Roaring Fork School District Board approved the school district’s collaborative bargaining contract with the local teachers’ union last night, A celebration this weekend will honor the 40th anniversary of the grand reopening of the Wheeler Opera House, and more.
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Brandon Bell/Getty ImagesFor the first time in decades, the number of drowning deaths in the United States is on the rise. Researchers say part of the reason for the spike is the pandemic when many pools were closed. -
The Michigan dairy worker had mild eye symptoms from the infection and has recovered, health officials said. The worker had been in contact with cows presumed to be infected.
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Scott Dudelson/Getty ImagesOnly days after the mogul apologized for a leaked surveillance video showing him attacking his former girlfriend Cassie Ventura, he faces new allegations of drugging and assaulting another woman. -
Sia Kambou/AFP via Getty ImagesMangroves are unique coastal ecosystems protecting humans and wildlife. Rising sea levels and storms pose an increasing threat to their survival.
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The MacArthur Foundation is looking for ideas that would solve one of the biggest global challenges. The winning proposal will receive $100 million. -
In 2021, burnt out from the intensity of her early career, Rogers considered quitting music entirely. Instead, she took a detour — to Harvard Divinity School. Her new album is Don't Forget Me. -
Under the plan, the European Union will send as much as $3.25 billion in profits from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine to help finance its military and reconstruction efforts. -
The new study has scientists concerned that microplastics may be contributing to reproductive health issues. -
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is requiring buy-now, pay-later lenders to provide the same protections to shoppers as credit card companies do. -
Regardless of what courts rule regarding SB4, a climate of distrust has permeated among immigrant and mixed-status families in Texas.
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