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Boulder Valley FrequencyLongmont pauses Flock expansion; Boulder County adopts $745M budget; Lafayette Starbucks strike; Jeff & Paige TV showFull Show NotesSponsorMountain’s Edge FitnessStart 2026 strong with great trainers, bodywork options, old-school equipment, and a welcoming gym community.Visit: mountainsedgefitness.comLocation: 2907 55th Street, BoulderDay passes available—say hi to Colin the corgi.Support or sponsor the show: boulderfrequency@gmail.comHeadlines• Longmont pauses Flock expansion and asks for alternativesCity council directed staff to seek other license plate reader options and paused any renewal or expansion while that happens. Longmont has al...
2025-12-1720 minBoulder Valley FrequencyBoulder renews Flock; CU Boulder adds 2,000 beds; Sanitas closes, Upslope sold; Christmas Bird CountHeadlines• Boulder to renew Flock license-plate reader contract (March).After stepping off Flock’s national data-sharing network in June, Boulder still shares data with at least one Colorado agency that cooperates with federal immigration authorities. Denver is reassessing; Longmont residents urged council not to renew this week. Flock is also used in Louisville, Erie, Lafayette and CU Boulder.Read more: Boulder Reporting Lab (link below).• CU Boulder plans ~2,000 additional on-campus beds by 2028.Longer-term: up to 1,100 at a future south campus and housing at the former Cinebarre in Louisville. Enrollment grew 1...
2025-12-1015 minBoulder Valley FrequencyDark Horse closure, Boulder wage reversal, Sounds of the Town launchWednesday, December 2, 2025Hosted by Shay CastleSupport independent local journalism: boulderfrequency@gmail.comPatreon.com/BoulderFrequencyPodHEADLINESDark Horse to Close as Site Redevelops Into 427 UnitsBoulder’s legendary Dark Horse Bar and Grill will close, at least temporarily, as its longtime site off Baseline Road redevelops into 427 units of student housing. Construction may begin in 2026.Developers have said they will help find a temporary location and move the Dark Horse’s historic prop...
2025-12-0316 minBoulder Valley FrequencyIris Fields preserved, Breadworks closing, Betasso MTB Link and Boulder County’s wage rollback voteWednesday, November 19HEADLINESIris Fields Saved After Months of Community PushbackBoulder County Commissioners voted to advance a community-backed redevelopment plan for the Broadway & Iris complex — preserving the North Boulder Little League fields while adding senior housing.Mike Bohn: “They chose kids. They chose community.”Marlyn Bohn: “They chose kids over money — and that’s all I wanted.”The sale is expected to close early 2026.Boulder Ends Airport LawsuitThe city will not appeal its lawsuit against the FAA over redevelopment of the Boulder Municipal Airport.The FAA main...
2025-11-1909 minBoulder Valley FrequencyNicole Glaros on Techstars Boulder return, Matchstick Ventures & Denver Summit FCWednesday, November 12Host: Shay CastleGuest Host: Jeff RozicGuest: Nicole Glaros (Matchstick Ventures; former Techstars exec; Denver Summit FC catalyst)HeadlinesElections wrap: Boulder County voters approved all tax measures, including a first-of-its-kind mental-health sales tax. Incumbents largely held city council seats countywide; Lauren Folkerts lost re-election in Boulder (first incumbent loss since 2017), replaced by Rob Kaplan. In Lafayette, two incumbents plus an affordable-housing advocate won; Longmont elected two at-large candidates focused on housing/affordability; BVSD District E: teacher Deann Bucher edged Jeffrey Lowe Anderson. Turnout 50% (vs. 52.5% in 2023). Full...
2025-11-1216 min
The Mountain-Ear PodcastBoulder Valley Frequency: Chris Kelley on the Eldora purchaseSend us a textThis week, we're featuring an episode of Boulder Valley Frequency, a show from longtime Boulder journalist Shay Castle covering news across the county.In this episode of BVHz, Shay sits down with our very own senior reporter for The Mountain-Ear, Chris Kelley, for an update on Nederland's progress toward acquiring Eldora Ski Resort. Chris gives us a bit of perspective on the potential purchase, and while he's hopeful it will do a lot of good for the town, he reminds us to stay wary of the private group, 303 Ski, w...
2025-11-0817 minBoulder Valley FrequencyNederland’s Eldora Ski Resort Purchase: What It Means for Boulder County & Local RecoveryWednesday, November 5HeadlinesSuperior’s Recovery: Mayor Mark Lacis highlighted a “great year for Superior” at the State of Superior event, celebrating recovery milestones from the 2021 Marshall Fire. Roughly 75% of destroyed homes are rebuilt or underway, and vacancy rates in commercial districts are at all-time lows. Residents can join the next “Coffee with Council” this Friday, Nov 7, at 1500 Coalton Rd, 7:45 – 9:30 a.m.Boulder Police Encryption: The Boulder Police Department has encrypted its radio scanners, ending decades of public and press access. Officials cite safety concerns; journalists and transparency advocates, including th...
2025-11-0514 minBoulder Valley FrequencyBoulder County 2025 Vote Guide: Key Races, Taxes & How to Assess Local CandidatesWednesday, October 29Host: Shay Castle Guest Host: Jeff RozicToday’s episode is sponsored by Jill Grano — award-winning real-estate agent and community volunteer.HeadlinesLafayette Mayor Resigns: Mayor JD Mangat will step down Dec 2. He leaves office mid-term after serving since 2018; prior misconduct reports filed during his tenure did not result in charges. Council is expected to fill the vacancy by appointment.NoBo Arts District Certified: Boulder’s NoBo Arts District is now officially recognized as a Colorado Creative District by the state — opening doors to new funding and partnerships.RTD Rail...
2025-10-2924 minBoulder Valley FrequencyBoulder County Minimum Wage Rollback, Elevate Boulder Participant Stories & the Fight to Save Iris FieldsWednesday, October 22This week on The Frequency: Boulder County Commissioners advance a minimum wage rollback, SNAP benefits are suspended during the federal shutdown, and Nederland’s fire probe finds no sign of arson. Plus, Elevate Boulder participants share how guaranteed income changed their lives — and North Boulder neighbors rally to save the historic Iris Fields.HeadlinesMinimum wage rollback (preliminary vote): Boulder County Commissioners advanced changes to the county’s wage in unincorporated areas (Niwot, Hygiene, Allenspark, etc.). Instead of rising to $17.99 in 2026 and $25 by 2030 (2023 plan), the new proposal sets $16.82 in 2026 and then ties increa...
2025-10-2217 minBoulder Valley FrequencyNederland Recovery, Cal-Wood Resilience & Boulder County Election UpdatesWednesday, October 15Nederland fire recovery: One week after flames destroyed the Caribou Village Shopping Center, 20 local businesses—nearly a third of Nederland’s sales-tax base—face rebuilding. B & F Mountain Market has reopened, and the Carousel of Happiness spins again on Oct 16. Support fundraisers via The Mountain Ear (link below).Election season: Ballots for the Nov 4 election are in the mail. Return yours by Oct 27 or use a 24-hour drop box until 7 p.m. Election Day. A full vote guide episode drops Oct 29—subscribe at boulderfrequency.com.Budgets & wages: Boulder County holds an Oct 14 hearing on possible minimum-wage rollback...
2025-10-1715 minBoulder Valley FrequencyNederland Recovery, Cal-Wood Resilience & Boulder County Election UpdatesWednesday, October 15Nederland fire recovery: One week after flames destroyed the Caribou Village Shopping Center, 20 local businesses—nearly a third of Nederland’s sales-tax base—face rebuilding. B & F Mountain Market has reopened, and the Carousel of Happiness spins again on Oct 16. Support fundraisers via The Mountain Ear (link below).Election season: Ballots for the Nov 4 election are in the mail. Return yours by Oct 27 or use a 24-hour drop box until 7 p.m. Election Day. A full vote guide episode drops Oct 29—subscribe at boulderfrequency.com.Budgets & wages: Boulder County holds an Oct 14 hearing on possible minimum-wage rollback...
2025-10-1715 minBoulder Valley FrequencyBoulder County Budget Cuts, Federal Shutdown & Dr. Marc Bekoff on Jane Goodall’s LegacyWednesday, October 8Federal shutdown fallout: Hundreds of Boulder’s NOAA employees are likely furloughed as only “essential” operations continue. CU Boulder says 69% of its research funding is federal but expects minimal short-term impact.County wage rollback? Boulder County will hold a public hearing Oct 14 to discuss slowing or reversing minimum-wage hikes adopted in 2023. The meeting also covers the 2026 budget, which proposes $667 million in spending — down $17 million from 2025 — and includes layoffs and vacant positions as officials work to close a $30–40 million shortfall.City budget squeeze: Boulder City Council will review its $521 million 2026 budget and a proposed transportation maintenance fee at a public...
2025-10-0821 minBoulder Valley FrequencyBoulder County Homelessness Report with Megan Newton & Heidi GroveWednesday, October 1Good morning, Boulder County! I’m your host, Shay Castle, and this week on The Frequency we’re digging into one of the most requested topics from our audience: homelessness in Boulder County. Policy advisors and local leaders break down what’s driving the crisis, how programs like Coordinated Entry work, and why funding challenges could impact future progress.📰 In This EpisodeMarshall Fire settlement: Xcel Energy will pay $640 million tied to the 2021 fire that destroyed more than 1,000 homes.Guaranteed income evaluation: Results are in for Boulder’s Elevate Boulder pro...
2025-10-0112 minBoulder Valley FrequencyBoulder County Minimum Wage Debate with Melissa JohnsonWednesday, September 24Good morning, Boulder County! This is the very first episode of The Frequency — a weekly podcast bringing you all the local news you need to know, quickly and without the chaos.When Boulder Weekly stopped publishing this summer, it left a big gap in local news coverage. Host Shay Castle started this podcast to keep our community connected — whether you’re a longtime Boulder news junkie or just tuning in to local stories for the first time.📰 In This EpisodeSundance comes to Boulder: City Coun...
2025-09-2412 min
CiTR -- Bepi Crespan PresentsFLETINA, TOMO-NAKAGUCHI, ASHTORETH / PENUMBRAL AETHYR, PHILIPPE PETIT, SOKUSHINBUTSU PROJECT.CITR’s 24 Hours of Radio Art in a snack-sized format. Dark Ambient. Drone. Field Recordings. Noise. Sound Art. Or something. Friday’s broadcast features new Fletina, Ashtoreth / Penumbral Aethyr, Philippe Petit, Sokushinbutsu Project, and Sonologyst’s ‘The Recognition Test #364‘ (featuring Tescon Pol, BVHZ Bruno Varvohza, Trl.obyte) SONOLOGYST 'THE RECOGNITION TEST #364' TRACKLIST >>> TESCON POL “Something Wrong” | BVHZ BRUNO VARVOHZA “Tipografando Saudade Num Futuro Incinerado” | TRI.OBYTE “Eidolon of The Great Revel | CADLAG “Matrix” | RICHARD BEGIN “Delvau” | RAUDVIK “Station Solaris” | MARK HJORTHOY “The Ballad Of Kris Kelvin” | YOUSEF KAWAR “Visitors” | PHARMAKUSTIK “Modular Prosthetics 3” | SMALL THINGS ON SUNDAYS “Guitar Next Door” | PNEVMMA “Pnavmma Iii” | SEA OF WIRES “An Endless
2025-05-103h 01CiTR -- Bepi Crespan PresentsFLETINA, TOMO-NAKAGUCHI, ASHTORETH / PENUMBRAL AETHYR, PHILIPPE PETIT, SOKUSHINBUTSU PROJECT.CITR’s 24 Hours of Radio Art in a snack-sized format. Dark Ambient. Drone. Field Recordings. Noise. Sound Art. Or something. Friday’s broadcast features new Fletina, Ashtoreth / Penumbral Aethyr, Philippe Petit, Sokushinbutsu Project, and Sonologyst’s ‘The Recognition Test #364‘ (featuring Tescon Pol, BVHZ Bruno Varvohza, Trl.obyte) SONOLOGYST 'THE RECOGNITION TEST #364' TRACKLIST >>> TESCON POL “Something Wrong” | BVHZ BRUNO VARVOHZA “Tipografando Saudade Num Futuro Incinerado” | TRI.OBYTE “Eidolon of The Great Revel | CADLAG “Matrix” | RICHARD BEGIN “Delvau” | RAUDVIK “Station Solaris” | MARK HJORTHOY “The Ballad Of Kris Kelvin” | YOUSEF KAWAR “Visitors” | PHARMAKUSTIK “Modular Prosthetics 3” | SMALL THINGS ON SUNDAYS “Guitar Next Door” | PNEVMMA “Pnavmma Iii” | SEA OF WIRES “An Endless
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