What does it mean to be a local? Is it merely about residing within a specific zip code, or does it entail a deeper connection, perhaps rooted in one’s birthplace? Must one’s parents have also.
To be selfless is to give one’s time, energy and resources for the betterment of a community without expecting anything in return. Garfield County is fortunate to have exemplary residents who embody this quality, which.
A Grand Valley High School senior could possibly be barred from walking during her graduation ceremony if she decides to wear a special sash. Naomi Pena Villasano, 18, wants to wear a sash around her.
A Grand Valley High School senior could possibly be barred from walking during her graduation ceremony if she decides to wear a special sash. Naomi Pena Villasano, 18, wants to wear a sash around her.
Chelsea Self / Post Independent
For 27 years, YouthZone has partnered with the state of Colorado and law enforcement officials to provide intervention and support for local youth caught violating the law through an initiative established in Colorado’s Senate Bill 94, also known as the Colorado Youth Detention Continuum program.
The organization has maintained that contract since the program began in 1994 and they’ll continue to do so for at least another five years. The partnership was officially renewed on Jan. 20 after a rigorous review process; the state provides funding and structure to YouthZone to serve Colorado’s 9th Judicial District (Pitkin County, Garfield County and Rio Blanco County). YouthZone has locations in Aspen, Carbondale, Glenwood Springs and Rifle.