Shopper, January 31, 2024

YOUR GUIDE TO BUYING, SELLING AND SERVICES FROM LAKE CITY TO MT. CRESTED BUTTE

FREE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2024

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WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2024 USED METAL ROOFING: 39” x 14’ 8”, 19 sheets. $150. 970-2703039.

GUNNISON VALLEY SENIORS CALENDAR NEW MILGARD WINDOW: 5’ tall, 5’ 2” wide with screens.

Stored inside. $550. Help pay my medical bills. 970-209-0142.

SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMS

Ongoing Senior Services

• Feb. 1: Nordic Ski Lesson. Registrants will be sent full details.

• Feb. 6: Snowshoe Hike – McCabe’s Lane. Rated Easy. This is a great hike to do if you’ve Delivery Assistance Hotline: (970) 641-7959 - assistance with ordering, never tried snowshoeing or would like to get in shape to do more challenging hikes. pick-up and delivery Registration required! of groceries and prescription medications.

• Feb. 8: Nordic Ski Lesson.

This includes deliveries from the Food Bank.

• Join us for a meal on Mondays, Wednesdays or Fridays! (see below for more info) • Want to smile a lot, maybe giggle a little and meet some new folks? Come to one of our regularMeals: activities(970) – Canasta, Mahjong, Club, Art Club orOR Bridge. (see641-2107 below for times) Senior 641-8272 forBook advance orders (970) for

same-day service. Pick-up or delivery only! Meals served Mondays, this time.

Wednesdays, & Fridays. allTuesdays meals, all days are $4 during Regular Activities: Mondays Please – Bridgenote: @ 1 pm; – Canasta @ 2pm; Wednesdays – Book Club @ 1 pm on 1st Weds. of month; Thursdays – Bridge @ 1 pm; Fridays – Art Club @ Order in advance if possible!

Upcoming menu: 12:30 pm & Mahjong @ 1 pm • March 27: Lasagna, green beans, salad, garlic bread, dessert All RSVPs and more info on Senior Center programs: egillis@gunnisonco.gov or 970-641•8272.

March 30: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, corn, rolls, fruit, dessert • April 1: Stew, carrot/raisin salad, Mandarin oranges, rolls, dessert

RIDGID JOINTER: Cast iron top, comes with push paddles and WEN locking/rolling stand. Asking $600 OBO. Can provide pictures upon request. You haul. Please text Jonathan at 970-376-6999.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays @ 11:30 am. $5 per meal. Advanced orders appreciate (24 hours). Pick-ups Form: betweenwww.gunnisoncounty.org/covid19.

11 – 11:15 am (advanced orders only).

Self-reporting ORDER MEALS: 970-641-8272

If you have symptoms but are otherwise OK, please fill out the form. (all fill meals dessert!)

If youMenu: cannot outcome the with form, call the Call Center (970) 641-7660.

• Mon., Feb. 5: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, corn, cucumber salad, homemade bread • Weds., Feb. 7: Pulled Pork & Cheesy Potato Casserole, veggies, fruit, homemade rolls Call Center: (970) 641-7660.baked If you are veggies, having chips symptoms, cannot fill out the • Fri., Feb. 9: Hamburgers, beans,

online form, or your symptoms are worsening, call the Call Center. DO NOT go & visitors welcome!

Homebound 55 & up eligible delivery. If you need toWalk-in your doctor’s or the hospital.

If itadults is anages emergency, callfor 911. a ride, call GVH Senior Bus @ 970-596-6700 (call in advance) or call the Senior Center 970-6418272.

Please practice social isolation.

Remain SERVICES 6 feet or more from others when ONGOING needing to be Food out, Pantry but staying at(1home if Wednesdays at all possible.

Gunnison Country – Mondays – 4 pm), (1 – 7 pm), Thursdays for 60+ (10 am

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INTERIOR SOLID WOOD DOOR with jam, hinges, knob. 30” x 80”, $75. 970-270-3039.

NEW DODGE 2009-13+ FRONT BUMPER: Hammerhead Bull, $1,900 OBO. It’s brand-new, never used, paid $2,600 plus shipping. A deal! Call or text Norman at 970-946-2340.

2006 NISSAN XTERRA: $1,000 OBO. Has been sitting for a year. 230,000 miles. Had an oil change, new exhaust, new suspension, new breaks, new tires and was running when I parked it. Great in the snow.

Some interior damage. Located in Gunnison. Please call or text 970596-7075 if interested.

2011 CHEVY DURAMAX: 6.6 utility work box, ladder rack, lift gate. 4x4, 210,000 miles, runs but needs some TLC. Asking 10,000 OBO. Call 561-234-9000.

– 2 pm). Contact: 970-641-4156, Located on the SW Corner of Main St. & Ohio Ave. GVH Senior Bus: 7 days a week, 9 am – 4 pm. Call in advance! 970-596-6700.

The Gunnison Senior Center & –Community Recreation Center Crested Butte Senior Bus: Monday thru Friday, 9 am 4 pm Services Montrose & Grand Junction for medical appointments. Call at least 1is week in advance, or more.

970-275-4768. closed until April 30th.

Gunnison County HHS Senior Resource Office: Call for appointments. 970-641-3244.

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BENCH TOP BAND SAW: 62” blades, 9” throat. $100. 970275-1425.

BI-FOLD DOOR: 30” x 80”, smooth face, wood. $30. 970270-3039.

FITNESS @ THE REC CENTER – Sign up at the Rec Center front desk!

Senior Shopping Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays in the Gym SilverMarket Sneakers–Boom MuscleWednesdays, @ 9:30am • -City Mondays, Fridays (7AM – 8AM) Silver Sneakers Classic @ 10:15am • Safeway – Tuesdays & Thursdays (7AM – 9AM) (6AM – 7AM) • Tuesdays Walmart@–10AM Tuesdays in the Leisure Pool • -Silver Gunnison Vitamin Health Food Store – Monday - Saturday (8AM – 9AM) Sneakers Splash & Class (all levels) • SENIOR Clark’sMEALS Market (Crested Butte) – Every day (8AM – 9AM)

SHEATHING: Two 4 x 8 sheets of zip system sheathing with 7/16’ insulation. $75 each. 970-2703039.

BE YOUR OWN BOSS: Campground looking for someone to run a camp store. You bring the stock, you keep the cash.

Looking for summer season 2024, May-Sept. or Memorial Day-Labor Day. Call Lori for details. 970-784-6190.

GUNNIRENTS IS SEEKING A FULL-TIME DELIVERY DRIVER: Come join the GunniRents team as a delivery driver and haul skid steers, mini excavators, scissor lifts and more to job sites all over the Gunnison Valley and Crested Butte. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Full-time, Mon.-Fri. Pay starting at $25/hr. Responsibilities: Safely and efficiently deliver equipment to job sites, load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate delivery vehicles and equipment and provide excellent customer service by interacting with customers in a professional

FIVE TIRES for 2008 1500 Silverado, M and S P265/70R 17, $500 OBO, plus rims etc. Text or call Norman, 970-946-2340.

and friendly manner. Skills: Experience pulling and backing up a trailer is a must, knowledge on properly securing equipment and excellent time management skills to ensure timely deliveries.

Call 970-707-4271 or email gunnirents@gmail.com.

ARTIST RECEPTION: Join the Crested Butte Center for the Arts on Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. in the gallery for the opening reception of “Dumb Logic” by Mark Dineen and Eleanor Sabin, featuring a chance to mingle with the artists.

An artist talk by Mark Dineen will take place 6 p.m. This event is free to the public

HIGH MOUNTAIN LIQUOR is looking for an additional team member: Clerk/stocker.

Part-time position to start. You must be 18 years of age and able to work at least one weekend shift. Will train, $17 per hour to start. Drop off your resume or pick up application at store, 901 N. Main St. in Gunnison.

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GUNNISON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Motor Vehicle/Recording Technician Clerk and Recorder: 40 hours/ week, hourly rate range from $21.82-$24.85, plus full benefits.

Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) Administrative Assistant HHS: 5-10 hours/week, hourly rate range from $24.29-$27.65, plus partial benefits. This position is grant funded and will end in April of 2024.

Case Management Aide HHS: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range from $4,966$6,037, plus full benefits.

Caseworker I HHS: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range from $5,263$6,399, plus full benefits.

Public Health Nurse II – Substance Abuse Prevention Juvenile Services: 20 hours/ week, hourly rate range from $33.79-$41.08, plus partial benefits.

Seasonal Public Works: Guaranteed 40 hours/week, hourly rate range from $20.58-$23.43 depending on experience, plus partial benefits. Outdoor work that includes traffic control, fencing, tree and brush removal, trail work, recycling, equipment training and much more, all in a 4-day work week.

Patrol Deputy Sheriff: Full-time, 40 hours/ week, monthly salary range from $5,857-$6,669 plus full benefits.

Detention Deputy Sheriff: Full-time, 40 hours/ week, monthly salary range from $5,263-$5,992 plus full benefits.

Only work 14 days a month.

For more information, including complete job descriptions, required qualifications and application instructions, please visit GunnisonCounty.org/jobs.

WESTERN DINING BY SODEXO is looking for a lead cook in a fun, fast-paced environment. Pay starting at $19/hr DOE. Benefits are included. Contact Len at 970943-2432.

WHITEOUT SNOW REMOVAL in Crested Butte is looking for parttime and full-time roof shovelers.

Pay rate depends on experience.

Call Ben at 970-787-0702.

MONTY’S is looking for a fulltime, long-term counter person to work the front lines in a fast-paced auto parts store. This position offers competitive pay starting at $19/hr along with periodic raises, yearly bonuses, discounts, paid holidays, vacation and sick days, guaranteed overtime, as well as a monthly health insurance stipend after 90 days. Good customer service, problem solving and multitasking skills are a must. Apply in person at Monty’s, 223 W. US Hwy. 50.

970-641-1282.

THE CRESTED BUTTE WILDFLOWER FESTIVAL is hiring an executive director.

The CBWF is a well-loved event by both locals and visitors that takes place over two weeks in July. An ideal candidate has a background in non-profit work, experience with project development and execution, excellent communication and leadership skills and an interest in the natural world and trail systems around Crested Butte.

The position is 3/4-time. MidMay through Mid-August is the most time-intensive period of the year and the candidate must be available during those months to be considered.

For more details and info on compensation, please visit CrestedButteWildflowerFestival. org and email resume and cover letter to info@cbwildflower.com.

GUNNIRENTS IS SEEKING A FULL-TIME MECHANIC: Experience with diesel engines and hydraulic systems required.

Job type: Full-time, Mon.-Fri. Pay starting at $30/hr.

Responsibilities: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues and repair or replace faulty components, parts, or systems.

Skills: Strong knowledge of automotive, diesel, and hydraulic systems, proficient in using diagnostic tools and equipment, and ability to interpret technical manuals and diagrams. Call 970707-4271 or email gunnirents@ gmail.com.

THE GUNNISON CONSERVATION DISTRICT is hiring for the position of district manager.

This is a part-time position (30 hrs/wk). Required skills include strong accounting skills and knowledge of QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel, grant writing and management and supervisory ability. Applicants with a strong dedication to natural resource conservation, agriculture, watershed science, demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and strong attention to detail preferred. Salary range $22-$25/hour. Questions and/ or resume may be submitted to gunnisoncd2006@gmail.com.

TRY THE NEW CHINESE RESTAURANT IN TOWN!

TRY THE CHINESE RESTAURANT IN TOWN!

EMPLOYMENT ADS ARE FREE! If they are 60 words or less.

DEADLINE EVERY MONDAY BY NOON. Submit an ad online at gunnisonshopper.com

CB FARMER’S MARKET is seeking a reliable, organized and highly motivated individual to fill our market director position. Must be available most Sundays, May 26-Oct. 6, have a vehicle that can tow a small trailer and be physically able to lift/setup market tents, tables, etc.

Good communication skills are important as you’ll be the main point of contact for all market vendors. It is estimated to be 13 hours/week, with most of that on Sunday. This is a contract position with a $6,650 stipend for the entire season. Email info@ cbfarmersmarket.org for more information or to submit your resume.

LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE is hiring a full-time preschool teacher. This is a great opportunity for a year-round, full-time, stable job with great pay and benefits in a fun and supportive environment.

Experience and education are preferred but not required and opportunities for growth are abundant. If you love little people, being creative and spending your days doing something rewarding, this is the job for you. Contact Jessica with resume at lilredschoolhouse1@ gmail.com.

CLEANER POSITION: The Town of Mt. Crested Butte is hiring for a part-time cleaner. This position will be Monday through Friday, approximately 3-4 hours per day. The cleaner will clean the Mt. Crested Butte Town Hall, police department, maintenance building, TC-1 (Gothic lot) bathrooms and the sitting area in the transit center. The Town Hall and police department cannot be cleaned until after 5 p.m. but other areas can be cleaned on your own schedule. Must be at least 18 years old with a clean driving record, valid Colorado driver’s license and the ability to pass a CBI/FBI background check. Town pays sick time for all part-time employees. Pay is $25-$35 per hour based on experience. To apply for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter and references to Tiffany O’Connell at toconnell@ mtcb.colorado.gov or drop off your application materials at the Mt. Crested Butte Town Hall, 911 Gothic Road, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225. If you have any questions please email or call Tiffany O’Connell at 970349-6632 or toconnell@mtcb. colorado.gov.

Chinese Restaurant

Dine In -FOR TakeDELIVERY Out AVAILABILITY TAKE OUT • CALL 970-642-6363 • 113 W. Tomichi Ave. Tel: (970) 642-6363 Mon., Tues., Fri., 11am-9pm 113 W.Mon., Tomichi, Gunnison, CO 81230 Mon. - Fri. 11am - 9:30pm Tues., Thurs.,Fri.,11am-9pm Sat. & Sun. 12pm-9pm Open 7 Days A Week Sat. & Sun. -Thursday 9:30pm Sat. &12pm Sun.&12pm-9pm Closed Wednesday Mon. - Fri.: 11:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Temporarily only serving 7 Days atakeout Week Closed Wednesday Sat. - Sun.: Noon Open - 9:30 p.m.

www.doubledragongunnison.com

DO YOU HAVE A TREE YOU WOULD LIKE OUT OF YOUR YARD AND THINK IT WOULD MAKE A GREAT CHRISTMAS TREE FOR THE CITY? Must be easily accessed and be approximately 50ft tall.

Contact the City of Gunnison Public Works at 970-641-8020.

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PINNACLE ORTHOPEDICS is seeking a FT medical assistant to join our team. Duties include clinical documentation, x-rays, medical supply inventory management and casting/ splinting. Good organization and computer skills while working in a fast-paced environment are important. On-site training is provided. Position is for both our Crested Butte and Gunnison offices. $24/hr DOE. Please send resume to office@ pinnacleorthocolorado.com.

ISO LAND TO LEASE in or near Gunnison. Would like to lease land for 2-4 horses. Would do all the care and land upkeep myself.

970-975-3865.

WANT TO WORK 32 HOURS AND GET PAID FOR 40 HOURS? Fulltime Road Manager/Heavy Equipment Operator, CB South Metro District. Responsible for planning, organizing, directing all activities and staff related to district roads and maintenance. Duties include road maintenance, snow removal, water/wastewater operations and daily tasks. Must have motor grader/heavy equipment experience. Position includes elite benefit package. Visit cbsouthmetro.net. Email resume to info@ cbsouthmetro.net.

some weekend shifts. Ideal candidate must be dependable, outgoing and customer service-oriented. Please email a resume to gunnisoncoffeecompany@gmail. com or stop one by the shop at 910 W. New York Avenue.

EXPLORATION KIDS THERAPY is seeking a part-time clinic admin assistant. Our clinic specializes in pediatric occupational, speech and physical therapy. We offer a flexible schedule working 10-20 hours per week, open Mon.Thurs. This position will pay $16$20/hour (DOE). Our employees love our laid-back, fun, casual environment. Please submit your resume and cover letter to daniela@explorationtherapy.com.

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COMPACT TWO TIER GARDEN STARTER with grow light.

Purchased from gardeners. com. 48” tall x 27” wide x 14.5” deep. Black metal. Adjustable light fixtures. Quiet and energy efficient. Watertight trays and casters. Grow veggies inside this winter, get your seeds started in the spring or grow indoor plants all year long. Retails for $500.

Asking $250. 970-275-5414.

LOOKING FOR PHOTOS OF ITEMS? CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE! PHOTOS UPLOADED WITH ADS ARE ONLINE ONLY! SUBMIT ONE FREE PHOTO PER ITEM LISTING AT gunnisonshopper.com

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LOST WALLET near Monarch Crest visitor’s center, belonging to John Greene. 720-656-6446.

BACK AT THE RANCH is hiring for part-time and full-time delivery and warehouse persons. Duties include delivering furniture items to customers throughout Gunnison, Chaffee, Montrose and Hinsdale counties, receiving shipments at our warehouse, merchandising our showroom floor, light furniture assembly and light grounds maintenance. Must have a valid drivers license and good driving record. $20-22/hr depending on exp. Hours are M-F. Please call 970-641-0727 or stop by 100 W. Spencer Ave and fill out an application.

GUNNISON COFFEE COMPANY is hiring a part-time, year-round barista to join our fun and fastpaced work environment. Roughly 14-20 hours per week, including

6’x6’ WINDOW: Brand new, double pane with screens, stored inside. $550. 970-209-0142.

PAY WHAT YOU CAN MISC. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: Dressers, large armoire, desks, twin and full beds with antique wood frames, shelves, end tables, upholstered chairs, trunks, wicker, lamps, rugs, old lanterns, wood-crafted kids stools, boxes, rocking horse, keyboard, exercise bike, outside furniture, canoe, gun accessories and more. In CB. Call 970-2755181.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2024

LOST AND FOUND LISTINGS ARE FREE UNDER 60 WORDS. Submit an ad at gunnisonshopper.com Deadline is NOON ON MONDAY

54” TV: $125. Call 847-2248932.

DO YOU NEED A VACUUM CLEANER FOR HARD FLOORS? I have a Riccar canister vacuum cleaner. The carpet head doesn’t work because of an electrical problem. The rest of the vacuum functions well. Call 970-4970821 (correct phone number).

You may leave a message.

THE FOLLOWING LOST AND FOUND ITEMS ARE CURRENTLY AT THE GUNNISON POLICE DEPARTMENT. To claim an item listed below, please call 970-641-8283 to make an appointment. Items not claimed within 180 days (owner unknown) or 60 days (owner known) become property of the

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY invites applications for the Executive Assistant to the business school. This position reports to the associate dean, works closely with faculty, staff and students and assists with day-to-day operation of the business school. This position is primarily on-campus with the potential for occasional remote work. To view the full job announcement and apply, visit western.edu/jobs (AA/EOE).

TWO WHITE STORAGE CABINETS: Similar to Prepac Elite storage cabinet from Home Depot. 30” wide x 70” tall and 24” wide x 70” tall. Text for photos or to take a look. These are in Gunnison. 970-275-0485. Cost $175+ new and these are already assembled. Boom!

HOME DECOR ITEMS: Old mirror, beveled edge, 4’ x 2’, $40.

Old cross country skis, wall hangers, $110. Old woodenspoked auto wheel, rubber tire, $90. Humpback trunk, refurbished, floral design, $400.

Old telephone with operator box and ringer, $575. Help pay my medical bills. 970-209-0142.

City of Gunnison.

Items found in approximately the last 30 days: BLUE SAMSUNG CELL PHONE IN BLACK CASE

WALLET - ANTONIO DANIEL SALDAÑA DOMINGUEZ SUBARU FOB AND A REGULAR KEY ON CARHART KEY KEEPER

BOOKS AND ART PAGES

BLACK POCO/XIAOMI CELL PHONE

CYCLING SHOES

GREEN HUFFY ROCK CREEK BIKE

ASTRONOMY TELESCOPE

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BASS GUITAR AND AMP: You could be the next Jason Newstead. $50. 970-275-0485.

SITKA COLDFRONT JACKET: Second generation, size large.

Ground forest camo pattern, $350. 970-349-6242.

ITEM LISTINGS RUN FREE SUBMIT ONLINE AT GUNNISONSHOPPER.COM DEADLINE IS MONDAY AT NOON

BLACK DIAMOND STONE HAULER 120L DUFFLE BAG: Very large.

Brand new. Shoulder straps.

Black in color. $120. 970-3496242.

SIX PAIRS OF RIPPED WRANGLERS: Size 38x30.

Contact 719-221-0881.

MISC. ITEMS: Two new heavyduty sewer pipes, 4” x 10’, $20 each, Loveless fireplace ash vacuum, $25, hand-operated meat grinder, used once, $10, Mountain Smith fanny pack, never used, $35, two scoped rifle hard cases, $15 each. 970-9010110.

CRAFTSMAN 26” SNOWBLOWER: Runs but needs a tune-up. Asking $500 OBO. Call 561-234-9000.

Selling a dirt bike, snow blower, boat, motorcycle, scooter, fourwheeler, snowmobile or anything else with a motor?

LIST IT HERE! Submit an ad and a photo for free online at gunnisonshopper. com Free under 60 words INCLUDING A PHOTO. Deadline is NOON ON MONDAY

TECUMSEH SNOWBLOWER: $100. Old but runs good, comes with tire chains. Call to leave message or text 970-275-5376.

Located in Gunnison.

2013 ARCTIC CAT 1100 turbo 165 track. Great shape. $2,000.

970-409-8209.

AWESOME 14 FT. V-HULL ALUMINUM FISHING BOAT with like-new 25 HP 4 stroke outboard and all the bells and whistles to be ready for your next fishing adventure. Includes a Minn Kota trolling motor, battery, solar panel, fish finder and all the other fishing accessories needed for a fun day on the lake. $2,500 OBO. Call 970-209-0988 for more details.

VINTAGE NORDIC TRACK PRO ski machine with monitor. Excellent condition. $300. 303-916-1922.

ELECTRIC BIKE: $900. Call 847224-8932.

THULE SWEDEN RACK: Ski, snowboard and bike rack for 2” receiver in back of vehicles. In Lake City. $400 OBO. Call or text Norman, 970-946-2360.

STRIKEMASTER MAG 2000 10” ICE AUGER with case and extra blades. Works great and very clean. Gas 2 HP Tecumseh. Cash only, $175. 303-916-1922.

TRADITIONAL ARCHERS: Earl Hoyt right hand longbow 66” at 65 lbs. with leather bow quiver and rare SST right hand recurve bow 66” at 70 lbs. with aircraft aluminum handle, sight pin adapter, mechanical rest with Berger Button. Both very good condition and priced at $200 each. 970-901-0110.

Available from Mt. Crested Butte to Lake City Every Wednesday FOR OVER 50 YEARS! Most ads are free! submit an online at www.gunnisonshopper.com

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Weekly Horoscopes ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Something will occur this week that surprises you, Aries. You may

More than anything right now, this week you need to relax and unwind, Li-

even wonder if it is a trick being played on you. It is no trick, so buckle

bra. Take things at a slow pace, and spend more time at home with family

down for an adventure.

then at work.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 You have pushed your mind and body quite far over the last several

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

days, Taurus. Now you have to slow down or pay the consequences. Do

Try not to take any financial risks right now, Scorpio. If you are planning to

not add anything else to your list.

invest, then you may want to get all of the facts before gambling too much in the stock market.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21

Gemini, you may believe you have discovered a good thing and it could

This week you will be back to your best, Sagittarius. Things will work out,

be right. But don’t wait too long to act since this good thing has an

so use your positive attitude to the benefit of yourself and others.

expiration date. The clock is ticking.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Capricorn, even though you are conservative by nature, this week you are

Cancer, you might not be able to control what is happening this week,

ready to take a chance of some sort. Enjoy the journey even if the efforts

but you can control how you react to different situations. Keep your

do not bring you enormous success.

distance if an altercation arises.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Aquarius, a kind word from you may be all that is needed to bring a smile

Something you discover about a friend this week could leave you

to someone’s face. Do not underestimate the power of a kind and simple

reeling, Leo. The signs have been there for awhile and you really should

gesture.

have seen it coming.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

You don’t usually lack confidence, Pisces. But you may not want to push

Virgo, if you are on the move this week, there is a chance that you will

ahead with a project for fear of failure. You should be more adventurous

experience some interesting people along the way. At least one person

and not worry too much.

might be a good networking contact.

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ADVENTURE FILM FEST: Join Elk Mountains Backcountry Alliance (EMBA) for the 5POINT Adventure Film Festival fundraiser on Feb. 1 in Gunnison at 7 p.m. in the University Theatre at Western Colorado University and Feb. 2 at the Majestic Theatre in Crested Butte at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are available at emba.earth.

MOUNTAIN ROOTS FOOD PROJECT will host a free Cooking Matters course on Wednesdays from Feb. 21-Mar. 27, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Gunnison Library. This six-week course is for low-income adults seeking to gain confidence in the kitchen and improve their overall health. Spanish translation and childcare are available. For more information, contact Hayden Keene at 603-667-5311 or hayden@ mountainrootsfoodproject.org.

ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP meets on the first Wednesday of every month from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Gunnison Country Library. For more information, contact group facilitator Mary at 970.596.5667 or taktser8@ gmail.com.

NICTOTINE ANONYMOUS FOR YOUNG ADULTS meets every Wednesday from 2-3 p.m. at 601 6th St. in Crested Butte and from 4-5 p.m. at the Fred Field McDonough Room in Gunnison. This is a mutual support group with no religious affiliation. Contact ajohnson@ gunnisoncounty.org with questions.

MARTIN SEXTON returns to the CB Center for the Arts on Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $45-$55 and may be purchased at crestedbuttearts.org.

THE CRESTED BUTTE FILM FESTIVAL brings two programs of Oscar-nominated short films to the Majestic Theatre in Crested Butte on Feb. 17 and 18 from 6:30-9 p.m., leading up to a live telecast of the Oscars on Mar. 10.

Tickets and more information are available at cbfilmfest.org and cbmajestic.org.

NEED FOOD ASSISTANCE? Gunnison Country Food Pantry is open on Mondays from 1-4 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1-7 p.m.

Spanish and Cora translators are available on Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m. Visit the pantry at 114 S. 14th St. in Gunnison. Info at GunnisonCountryFoodPantry.org.

GVAWL PET EXPO: Feb. 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Fred Field Center. Local pet providers will provide low-cost services such as pet nail trims and ear cleanings, sell products and answer

questions. Register your pet with the city and meet adoptable dogs in the valley. Face painting, mini horse rides and more. Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome.

JOHN CRAIGIE performs at the CB Center for the Arts on Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $40-$65 and may be purchased at crestedbuttearts.org.

BANQUET VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Gunnison chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation seeks volunteers to help with their upcoming banquet fundraiser to be held on Apr. 27.

An informational meeting for volunteers will take place on Jan. 31 at the Gunnison Library, Room A. For more information, contact Terry Klug at 970.209.0196.

FREE LEGAL CLINICS for parties who have no attorney, Feb. 14 from 2-5 p.m. at the Gunnison and Crested Butte Libraries.

Volunteer attorneys will answer questions and explain the process and procedure for all areas of Colorado civil law.

Contact the Gunnison Library at 970-641-3485 or 970-349-6535 in Crested Butte to be added to the sign-up sheet. Space is limited.

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5498 County Road 771; $2,500,000.

PROPERTY POTENTIAL Purchase R-3 lots & finish the West End Townhomes for a spec option, rental investment or employee housing. City approved site plans allow for two more duplex units. Water & sewer taps are already installed. Centrally located near the schools & RTA bus stop.

817 W. Denver Ave.; $297,000.

WATERFRONT BUILDING SITE to build your new home! Two lots totaling 1.78 acres. Great opportunity to own on the Gunnison River, hidden between the trees & close to the White Water Park. Level building site with mature trees and still close to downtown conveniences.

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40 ACRE PARCEL close to the city limits of Gunnison. Features include two permitted commercial wells, southern exposure making for possible solar arrays & green energy with endless development possibilities.

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GUNNISON VALLEY is accepting applications. The deadline to apply is Mar. 1. For income qualifications, visit hfhgunnisonvalley.org or call 970641-1245 for more information.

MOUNTAIN VIEW APARTMENTS SENIOR HOUSING FACILITY: Two bedroom apartment for rent. Applicants must meet HUD requirements: 50% AMI, minimum of two-person household, elderly or disabled.

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Contact GVRHA at 970-6417900 with questions and for an application.

PITKIN HOME 1 bdrm/1 bath home in Pitkin sits on 4 lots & offers willows for privacy & an aspen forest out front. Two woodsheds & outbuilding at this quiet & peaceful end of the road location.

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MAKE AN OFFER Mountain home with loft nestled in the trees with Gold Creek in the back yard on over 3 acres. Just 3.5 miles from Ohio City, 1 bdrm/1 bath, bordered by national forest, built in 1994 with well & septic. 1,008 square feet with generator and shed too.

3491 County Road 771; $635,000.

40 ACRE HISTORIC PARCEL is the town site of Sherrod and part of the Sherrod Loop on the Alpine Tunnel Loop past Pitkin, just before Hancock Pass.

Sherrod was known for its rich silver lodes in the surrounding mountains. Great 4x4 country.

7800 Forest Service Road 839; $215,000.

3 HOMES TOTAL Investment opportunity in town where each home is 2 bdrm/1 bath & tenants pay utilities. Located near the airport & fairgrounds.

314 S. 12th St; $950,000.

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Palisades Apartments is currently accepting applications for our waiting list. Our 2 bedroom, low income apartment community is income-based.

You must meet restrictions.

Our newly renovated 2 bedroom apartments are a must see.

Apply in-person at 600 N. Colorado in Gunnison.

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How to help teens to be smart about credit Credit is a necessary component of doing business in the modern world. The credit reporting agency Experian defines credit as the ability to borrow money or access goods or services with the understanding that a person will pay later. Various creditors grant credit based on their confidence that a borrower will repay what is owed.

Many adults learn about credit through trial and error.

Financial literacy is not taught in many schools, although lots of people feel it merits space alongside literature, math, science, and other subjects. A recent study found only one in six high school students are required to take a personal finance class in the United States. In addition, a 2018 survey found only one-third of Americans were taught what a credit score is by their parents.

It is essential that guardians share information about credit with young adults to help them be financially solvent and successful later in life. Here are some ways to help young adults learn about credit.

Start with credit basics Speak generally about credit and how it is used. Then explain credit scores, credit bureaus and credit reports. A credit history and credit score is important information for young adults to have early on

and check frequently, as having good credit improves the chances they will qualify for loans and earn acceptable terms in the future.

Help them build credit Having one or more credit accounts can help a person establish and build credit by making payments on time.

Credit card companies often advertise student and secured credit card accounts that come with small or managed credit limits. Making purchases on the cards and paying them in full every month is the best way to improve a credit score or maintain a good one. Another way teens can build credit is through their student loans. Making small payments on the principal while in school can help establish a strong credit history.

Check their credit reports The Federal Trade Commission re commends checking a child’s credit score around the age of 16 or 17. This will help families figure out if there are any anomalies that may indicate identity theft or inaccurate credit issues.

Know the formula for good credit Forbes says there are five categories that add up to good credit: 1. Payment history (35 percent): Always pay bills on time.

(Metro Creative)

2. Amounts owed (30 percent): Borrow a low amount compared to the total lines of credit. This also is known as credit utilization.

3. Length of credit history (15 percent): Keeping accounts open for a long time is a win.

4. New credit (10 percent): Do not apply for too much new credit too often.

5. Credit mix (10 percent): Having a balance of differ-

ent types of credit, such as car loans, credit cards and other types of debt, is advantageous.

Share your own experiences Sometimes the best way to teach about credit is to be honest about what a parent or another adult did wrong with his or her finances, and use that as a “what not to do” scenario.

It is important for young adults to learn about credit so

they can make smart choices that will positively affect their future. Although talking about finances may be uncomfortable, it is vital for families to have these discussions.

(Source: Metro Creative)

Conserve fuel on road trips Road trips remind drivers of just how thrilling the open road can be. For millions of individuals, nothing provides a sense of escapism as effectively as the open road.

Though road trips can be liberating, they do not allow a complete escape from reality, something drivers realize when the time comes to fill up the gas tank. Gas prices fell considerably by mid-December 2023, dipping to an average of $3.12 per gallon of regular by the middle of that month according to data from AAA. That marked a significant decline from just a month earlier, when prices for a gallon of regular gas averaged $3.36. But drivers know prices can spike just as quickly as they drop, so it pays dividends to recognize strategies to conserve fuel. Such strategies can be especially beneficial for drivers about to embark on a road trip.

Slow down Pushing the pedal to the medal might be a romantic, if unsafe, notion of how to drive on a road trip. But that approach can be costly at the pump. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, every five miles per hour motorists drive over 50 miles per hour is the equivalent of paying $0.30 more per gallon of gas. That

estimate is based on a gallon of gas costing $4.32, but drivers can still conserve a considerable amount of fuel by slowing down.

Steer clear of city driving The stop-and-go traffic that is a hallmark of city driving can compromise fuel efficiency.

Rapid acceleration and braking, which is hard to avoid when driving through cities with lots of stoplights and pedestrians, can lower gas mileage by as much as 40%.

Avoid rooftop cargo Rooftop cargo boxes might be a necessity when a car is packed with passengers. But these luxuries come at a steep cost.

A study from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory found that rooftop cargo boxes can reduce fuel efficiency by as much as 17% on the highway and as much as 25% on interstates where drivers drive at speeds between 65 and 75 miles per hour. The DOE reports that rearmount cargo boxes are much more efficient, so drivers looking to conserve fuel may want to pack light and/or opt for rearmount cargo boxes instead of rooftop boxes.

Utilize cruise control Utilizing the cruise control

function on a vehicle can save drivers as much as 14%t on fuel.

Cruise control is not advisable when driving in cities or on roads with stop lights. However, when driving on interstates, driving at the same continuous

speed helps drivers avoid constant accelerations and decelerations, which compromise fuel efficiency.

When the open road beckons, drivers can make their road trips more affordable by imple-

menting various strategies to conserve fuel.

(Source: Metro Creative)

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Groundhog Day fun and facts Groundhog Day offers a touch of whimsy during the often bleak midwinter chill. Across the country, eager celebrants await a rascally rodent to determine if there will be six more weeks of winter or if the nation will receive an early reprieve from the cold.

It is fun to guess if an early spring is coming, and even more so to rely on a large ground squirrel to play meteorologist. To further enhance the Groundhog Day experience, burrow into these interesting facts about the holiday and the animal itself.

• The world can thank the Germans for the Groundhog Day tradition. The see-hisshadow concept was adapted from a German Candlemas Day tradition in which clergymen would bless the candles they needed for the cold season. If the candles brought a sunny day, there would be six more weeks of winter. However, clouds and rain signified that winter would end soon. Germans who settled in Pennsylvania in the 1700s brought the custom to America.

• Germans once used a hedgehog as their animal forecaster. When relocating to Pennsylvania, groundhogs were used because they were more common than hedgehogs.

• Punxsutawney Phil is perhaps most revered for his forecasting abilities. However, more than a dozen states have their own prognosticating groundhogs.

These include Buckeye Chuck in Ohio, Birmingham Bill in Alabama and General Beauregard Lee in Georgia.

• Phil has been predicting the weather at Gobbler’s Knob for more than 130 years. This is quite a feat considering groundhogs typically live between six and eight years. Folklore indicates Phil sips a magical drink that will prolong his life for seven more years.

• Phil’s full name is Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, and WeatherProphet Extraordinary.

• Groundhogs also are called woodchucks and are a species of rodent known as marmots. They typically weigh between 12 and 15 pounds. Woodchucks really have nothing to do with wood or chucking. The name stems from an Algonquian name wuchak.

• The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration says Phil has seen his shadow more times than not between 1887 and 2019. Statistically speaking, six more weeks of winter is often the norm.

• Groundhogs prefer to live in open country or at woodland edges. They are never far from a burrow made in well-drained soil.

Most have summer and winter dens.

• Groundhogs are adept at predicting the arrival of spring, just not in the way people have come to know from Groundhog Day. Since they hibernate, when groundhogs emerge from their burrows, it’s a sure sign spring is on its way.

• The 1993 movie “Groundhog Day” starring Bill Murray helped solidify Punxsutawney Phil as a national hero and household name. Since then, crowds numbering as high as 30,000 have made the pilgrimage to see Phil in person.

Groundhog Day brings some levity to an otherwise uneventful time of year. (source: Metro Creative)

SUDOKU HERE’S HOW IT WORKS Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

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