Today - we’ll hear from another Colorado writer as SunLit editor Kevin Simpson interviews the author of “Homestead,” a finalist for the Colorado Book Award.

Today - we’ll hear from another Colorado writer as SunLit editor Kevin Simpson interviews the author of “Homestead,” a finalist for the Colorado Book Award.

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/.

The Daily Sun-Up

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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Author Melinda Moustakis talks with SunLit editor Kevin Simpson about debut novel "Homestead"

Justin George, Public Policy Editor at The Colorado Sun, is joined by Jesse Paul, The Colorado Sun’s Elections Editor, to talk about two big Colorado political story lines: How Democrats who backed Michael Bennet are now lining up behind Democratic gubernatorial nominee Phil Weiser, and why Gov. Jared Polis keeps taking aim at socialism — and members of his own party — on national TV.

Justin George, Public Policy Editor at The Colorado Sun, is joined by Jesse Paul, The Colorado Sun&rsquo;s Elections Editor, to talk about two big Colorado political story lines: How Democrats who backed Michael Bennet are now lining up behind Democratic gubernatorial nominee Phil Weiser, and why Gov. Jared Polis keeps taking aim at socialism &mdash; and members of his own party &mdash; on national TV.

Colorado Democrats kiss Phil Weiser's ring while Gov. Jared Polis bad talks socialism 

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>

Author Melinda Moustakis talks with SunLit editor Kevin Simpson about debut novel "Homestead"

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