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Hundreds of cyclists rolling through town this week

Colorado's Ride brings about 300 cyclists along area highways and county roads from August 10 to 14, passing through Gunnison. Drivers should slow down, watch for riders, and expect extra traffic during daytime hours.

Ditches staying on despite the dry summer

The city says river flows are very low but they are keeping the town ditch system running instead of shutting the headgates. It is a good reminder to go easy on water use during a dry season.