Today - once again time for a look at Colorado’s literary landscape. This week Sun writer and editor Kevin Simpson chats with author Jeff Lelek (LEL-ek), whose latest book is a thriller built around an unlikely protagonist.

 

Today - once again time for a look at Colorado&rsquo;s literary landscape. This week Sun writer and editor Kevin Simpson chats with author Jeff Lelek (LEL-ek), whose latest book is a thriller built around an unlikely protagonist.
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Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we’re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at https://coloradosun.com/.

Our intro music is by Matt Skellenger Group: https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission 

Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we&rsquo;re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at <a href="https://coloradosun.com/">https://coloradosun.com/</a>.
Our intro music is by Matt Skellenger Group: <a href="https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission">https://mattskellenger.bandcamp.com/album/subspace-transmission</a>&nbsp;

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Welcome to The Colorado Sun's daily podcast, The Daily Sun-Up. Every day we’re sharing an in-depth look at one of our top stories, followed by a quick summary of important things happening in our state. For more visit us at https://coloradosun.com/.

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Author Jeff Lelek chats with the Sun's Kevin Simpson about his newest thriller, "Sinai Surrender."

Today, Colorado Sun reporter Tracy Ross explains what the closure of two fishing holes in Southeastern Colorado means to the local economy, especially to one small business that sells fishing supplies. 

https://coloradosun.com/2026/07/25/southeastern-colorado-fishing-economy-water-reservoirs-jobs/

Today, Colorado Sun reporter Tracy Ross explains what the closure of two fishing holes in Southeastern Colorado means to the local economy, especially to one small business that sells fishing supplies.&nbsp;
<a href="https://coloradosun.com/2026/07/25/southeastern-colorado-fishing-economy-water-reservoirs-jobs/">https://coloradosun.com/2026/07/25/southeastern-colorado-fishing-economy-water-reservoirs-jobs/</a>

With fishing blocked at two southeastern Colorado reservoirs, local businesses fear devastating economic future

Today, Sun outdoors reporter Jason Blevins has updates on plans to turn Sweetwater Lake in remote Garfield County into a recreation area in a partnership with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the U.S. Forest Service.

https://coloradosun.com/2026/07/24/sweetwater-lake-forest-service-study/

Stephen King's iconic thriller "Misery" is live on stage at the Arvada Center this fall

Today, Sun outdoors reporter Jason Blevins has updates on plans to turn Sweetwater Lake in remote Garfield County into a recreation area in a partnership with the Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the U.S. Forest Service.
<a href="https://coloradosun.com/2026/07/24/sweetwater-lake-forest-service-study/">https://coloradosun.com/2026/07/24/sweetwater-lake-forest-service-study/</a>
<a href="bit.ly/4plYyZ2">Stephen King's iconic thriller "Misery" is live on stage at the Arvada Center this fall</a>

What’s happening with Sweetwater Lake?

G. Brown, director of the Colorado Music Experience, and the Sun's Kevin Simpson discuss the Grammy maker, Studio C and other music topics.

G. Brown, director of the Colorado Music Experience, and the Sun's Kevin Simpson discuss the Grammy maker, Studio C and other music topics.

Author Jeff Lelek chats with the Sun's Kevin Simpson about his newest thriller, "Sinai Surrender."

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