Estes Valley Voice Podcast

Estes Park residents have until Wednesday to weigh in on the district’s next three school calendars, including the possibility of a four-day school week. This week’s roundup also covers early talks on seasonal workforce housing, three new college scholarships and a school musical paired with an anti-bullying campaign. School calendar survey closes November 11 Estes Park School District R-3 is aski...

Community conversations, public safety and infrastructure shape a week in the Estes Valley Local gatherings highlight connections across cultures and newsrooms, while sanitation districts plan major investments and firefighters mark a milestone. By David Hernández ESTES PARK — Conversations about belonging, access to information and the stories that connect neighbors brought community members toge...

Latino Colorado Explores Belonging and Opportunity Understanding Colorado means understanding the Latino families and workers who have helped shape it, according to Ernesto Sagás, a professor of ethnic studies at Colorado State University. In an interview with Estes Valley Voice, Sagás discussed his book, Latino Colorado: The Struggle for Equality in the Centennial State, and the varied experience...

Housing, a Filmmaker’s Legacy and Fall Traditions: This Week in the Estes Valley Escucha aqui / Listen here: The purchase of Tiny Town could open a new chapter for housing in Estes Park. Elsewhere in the valley, residents are preparing to weigh November ballot measures, a local filmmaker’s final documentary is reaching audiences, and the fall calendar continues with festivals and familiar downtown...

La Voz del Valle de Estes | September 28, 2026 By David Hernández An Estes Valley nonprofit that supports people in crisis received statewide attention this week. Meanwhile, plans for a new wastewater treatment plant are moving forward, the Town is seeking input on the future of its parks, and debate continues over the hospital district’s agreement with UCHealth. Crisis Advocates featured in state...

Fiesta Latina draws more than 200 as Estes Valley marks Hispanic Heritage Month More than 200 Estes Valley residents gathered at Cleave Street Commons on Saturday for the first annual Fiesta Latina, an afternoon of music, food and community during Hispanic Heritage Month. The celebration featured presentations by Patricia Arias, Carlos Rojas, Larissa Zapien — who performed songs by Selena — and Es...

Estes Valley Weekly News Brief From honoring the victims of 9/11 to celebrating Hispanic heritage and five decades of Scottish and Irish traditions, here is a quick look at this week’s news from around the Estes Valley. Estes Park honors 25 years since 9/11 More than 100 firefighters, veterans, families, and community members gathered for the fourth annual Estes Park 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Par...

A Week of Community, Accountability and Wildlife Awareness in the Estes Valley From a growing Latino community movement to questions over public spending and a frightening encounter with a bear inside a home, this week’s news reflects the many different issues shaping life in the Estes Valley. The final days of August brought three very different stories to the Estes Valley — each highlighting, in...

A Week of Change, Celebration and Preservation in the Estes Valley There is a lot happening across the Estes Valley this week, from renewed performance spaces and summer traditions to major plans for one of the community’s historic landmarks. At the YMCA of the Rockies, two longtime performance venues have received new life through nearly $1 million in renovations. Hempel Auditorium and the Kathie...

Estes Park Begins August with Big Decisions and a Celebration of Community As August gets underway, Estes Park finds itself balancing important community decisions with the excitement of one of its busiest and most creative seasons. The Town Board has postponed action on the proposed Fall River Village development, choosing to gather more information before voting on a project that could expand wo...

Leadership, Growth, and Tough Decisions Shape a Busy Week Across Estes Valley It was a week of consequential decisions across the Estes Valley, as local leaders weighed financial accountability, community priorities, and the future of public services. From spirited discussions at the Park Hospital District to new responsibilities for the Estes Chamber of Commerce, and from parking debates to count...

Child Care Support, Strong Sales Tax Growth, Hospital Finance Discussions, and Big Thompson Flood Memories Highlight This Week in Estes Valley ESTES PARK — Local leaders continue working to strengthen the Estes Valley through investments in working families, healthcare, and long-term community planning, while residents are also being invited to reflect on one of the region's most significant...

The first week of July brought several important developments across the Estes Valley, from wildfire precautions to community initiatives and local leadership. Due to elevated wildfire risk, the Town of Estes Park postponed its annual Fourth of July fireworks display, while Rocky Mountain National Park entered Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, prohibiting campfires and other activities that could spark a...

MÚSICA Y COMUNIDAD ESTA TARDE EN ESTES PARK Si aún no tiene planes para este lunes, hoy se llevará a cabo una nueva edición del Community Minded Music Series en Mountain Shop. El evento ofrecerá música en vivo con artistas locales, presentaciones de jóvenes músicos y un intercambio comunitario de ropa, con el objetivo de promover la sustentabilidad y reunir a la comunidad en un ambiente familiar....

Trustees approve new police technology contract At their June 10 meeting, the Estes Park Board of Trustees approved a new five-year agreement with Axon Enterprise to modernize technology used by the Estes Park Police Department. The contract, valued at approximately $380,000, includes upgraded body cameras, Taser devices, drone software, and digital evidence management systems. Town officials said...

Another busy week in Estes Valley brought a mix of community celebrations, environmental stewardship, economic updates, and ongoing legal developments. Pride in the Park Celebrates Five Years One of the highlights of the week was the fifth annual Pride in the Park celebration. What began as a small gathering has grown into a meaningful community event that brings together residents, visitors, loca...

A Strong Start to the Summer Season Recent sales tax reports offer encouraging news for Estes Park's business community. Sales tax collections increased nearly 10 percent during the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year. Lodging tax revenues saw even stronger growth, reflecting increased visitation and continued confidence in Estes Park as one of Colorado's premier...

The sound of rolling suitcases on sidewalks, long lines at local coffee shops, visitors stopping to photograph the mountains, and traffic slowly filling downtown streets can only mean one thing in Estes Park: summer season has officially begun. Memorial Day Weekend is not only one of the busiest weekends of the year for the community — it also marks the beginning of months filled with economic act...

ESTES PARK — From thousands of yellow ducks floating down Fall River to residents gathering in Bond Park to pray for rain, this week reflected the strong sense of community that continues to define Estes Park. The 38th annual Great Estes Park Duck Race once again brought together volunteers, families, visitors, and local nonprofits for one of the valley’s most beloved traditions. More than 11,000...

BIGFOOT DAYS REÚNE A MILES EN ESTES PARK Estes Park volvió a colocarse en el mapa nacional con la celebración de Bigfoot Days , considerado uno de los festivales de su tipo más grandes del país. Miles de asistentes llenaron Bond Park, el Historic Park Theatre y distintas sedes del pueblo para disfrutar de conferencias, actividades familiares, música, competencias y experiencias alrededor del fenóm...

Estes Park, Colorado — This week in the Estes Valley highlighted key developments impacting the community, from honoring a local sports legend to ongoing discussions about housing policies and environmental initiatives. A Legacy Honored in Colorado Sports Former Estes Park mayor and Olympian Wendy Koenig has been inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame, recognizing her outstanding achieveme...

Resumen semanal: Comunidad, economía y prevención marcan la agenda en Estes Park Estes Park, Colorado. — Esta semana, el Valle de Estes ha sido escenario de importantes conversaciones comunitarias, muestras de solidaridad y análisis sobre el presente y futuro de la región, destacando el papel del turismo y la preparación ante riesgos ambientales. Uno de los temas principales fue la reunión comunit...

Weekly News Recap from the Estes Valley This week in the Estes Valley, several events and initiatives highlight the strength, culture, and community spirit of the region. The Estes Park Chamber of Commerce recently honored 16 local women during the annual Women of Impact event. The recognition celebrates their leadership, dedication, and meaningful contributions to the community, reinforcing the i...

David Hernandez A recap of the week's top stories Women of Impact The Estes Park Chamber of Commerce recognized 16 local women during the Women of Impact event, honoring their leadership, community service, and contributions to the Estes Valley. Aging Well Symposium On March 21, the Estes Valley will host “An Elder A-Fair,” a community symposium focused on aging well, featuring resources, dis...

David Hernandez 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....