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Crested Butte, Colorado Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hi Crested Butte! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will new bus plans change Crested Butte’s regional connections?
  • How did Pitas turn a shaky opener into a runaway win?
  • Want to dine under the stars while honoring a beloved educator?

Also on today's calendar: Therapeutic Yoga Workshop and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What did Tennessee see? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 76 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Saturday: A stray afternoon shower, temps: high: 77, low: 45.
  • Sunday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 70 and low of 42 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. More out of county bus service looks promising – The Crested Butte News (crestedbuttenews.com) — Bus riders between Crested Butte and Denver can count on two daily Bustang trips continuing under a newly signed contract, while regional leaders explore adding public transit between Gunnison and Montrose for medical and other trips. RTA officials are also planning a new Gunnison Transit Center, replacing an aging bus, and working with Alpine Express to improve communication about missed routes.
   

2. Pitas holds off Aces for win in season opener – The Crested Butte News (crestedbuttenews.com) — Crested Butte’s rec softball season opened at Tommy V Field with Pitas pulling away late to beat the Aces 14–6 after an early 8–0 lead shrank to a three-run margin. The game mixed early jitters, big extra-base hits, and a three-pitch final inning, while also honoring longtime local player and former ski patroller Frank Magri.
   

3. Mountain Roots to honor Hensley at 2026 Feast in the Field (gunnisontimes.com) — You’re invited to Feast in the Field at Red Dog Ranch in Crested Butte on Sunday, July 12, where Mountain Roots will honor longtime educator and former Crested Butte Elementary principal Sally Hensley. The farm-to-table fundraiser will launch the Growing Minds Education Fund, supporting school gardens, food education, and hands-on youth programs across the Gunnison Valley.
   

4. 'Adventures of Wonder' published by water conservancy district (gunnisontimes.com) — A new kids’ book from the Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District turns a Mount Crested Butte snowflake into a guide through our local water cycle, from taps to ranches to rivers. First-graders across the Gunnison Watershed School District just took home free copies, giving local families a fun way to practice reading and learn how Upper Gunnison water supports daily life here.
   

5. Pitkin County breaks ground on McClure Pass Trail (aspentimes.com) — Work has started on the McClure Pass Trail, the first built segment of the long-envisioned 83‑mile Carbondale-to-Crested Butte non-motorized route that will eventually link our valley to the Crystal River corridor. This phase adds a tunnel under Highway 133, a new trailhead, and a converted historic road, with completion targeted before next winter and seasonal closures to protect wildlife.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Colorado Plumbing Board is currently looking for a General Contractor from the Western Slope who is engaged in the construction of residential and commercial buildings to serve on its Board.
    The Board meets virtually six times per year to review enforcement and licensing actions. Please reach out to Darcie Magnuson at darcie.magnuson… (Nextdoor )
  • Vail Resorts, Inc. posted a job opening for Certified Snowboard Instructor in Crested Butte. Apply here.
  • Troon posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Crested Butte. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Crested Butte here.

Ok Crested Butte! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Same as Arkansas (Thank you Juanita B. for sending it in!)
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