Good Morning, Colorado, you’re listening to the Daily Sun-Up. It’s Tuesday March 30th, and even though there’s a lot of turmoil right now we’re feeling lucky to start the day with you.

 

Today - A day in the life of a ski cop.

 

But before we begin, let’s go back in time with some Colorado history adapted from historian Derek R Everett’s book “Colorado Day by Day”:

 

Today, we take you back to March 30th, 1923 when The Colorado State Normal School at Gunnison was renamed the Western State College. The change reflected the school’s broadening curriculum. Western State College buildings now boast names of many prominent Coloradans like Otto Mears, David H. Moffat, and Wayne N. Aspinall.

 

Now, our feature story.

 

On the ski mountains at Vail and Beaver Creek, the Mountain Patrol program puts skiing police officers alongside safety teams. Reporter Jason Blevins talks with Lucy Haggard about his day on the slopes with a ski cop.

 

To read more about Colorado’s winter resort industry, go to coloradosun.com.

 

And Before we go, here are a few stories that you should know about today:

 

Every Coloradan age 16 and older will be eligible for coronavirus vaccines starting Friday. Governor Jared Polis said Monday he expects an increase in vaccine supply, particularly for the one-dose Johnson and Johnson shot. Every person who wants to get vaccinated will likely be able to do so by the end of May. More than 1.6 million Coloradans have been at least partly vaccinated so far.

 

A Democrat-led bill in the statehouse would create a dedicated fund for K-12 teacher and staff raises. But even if the bill passes, there won’t be money in the account this year. Rather, the measure is intended to exist as a pressure point on lawmakers for times when districts choose not to use their own money to raise pay. Some educators have been fleeing the industry due to stagnant wages and high pressure in the coronavirus pandemic.

 

A backcountry guide and newly minted father was one of five people killed in a helicopter crash Saturday in Alaska. Greg Harms, a 52-year-old man from Aspen, was considered a trailblazing heli-skiing guide, and founded a touring company that led trips around the world. Local authorities say the cause of the crash is still unknown.

https://coloradosun.com/2021/03/29/greg-harms-alaska-helicopter-crash/ 

 

For more information on all of these stories, visit our website, www.coloradosun.com. And don’t forget to tune in again tomorrow.

 

The Colorado Sun is non-partisan and completely independent. We're always dedicated to telling the in-depth stories we need today more than ever. And The Sun is supported by readers and listeners like you.

 

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Good Morning, Colorado, you&rsquo;re listening to the Daily Sun-Up. It&rsquo;s Tuesday March 30th, and even though there&rsquo;s a lot of turmoil right now we&rsquo;re feeling lucky to start the day with you.
&nbsp;
Today - A day in the life of a ski cop.
&nbsp;
But before we begin, let&rsquo;s go back in time with some Colorado history adapted from historian Derek R Everett&rsquo;s book &ldquo;Colorado Day by Day&rdquo;:
&nbsp;
Today, we take you back to March 30th, 1923 when The Colorado State Normal School at Gunnison was renamed the Western State College. The change reflected the school&rsquo;s broadening curriculum. Western State College buildings now boast names of many prominent Coloradans like Otto Mears, David H. Moffat, and Wayne N. Aspinall.
&nbsp;
Now, our feature story.
&nbsp;
On the ski mountains at Vail and Beaver Creek, the Mountain Patrol program puts skiing police officers alongside safety teams. Reporter Jason Blevins talks with Lucy Haggard about his day on the slopes with a ski cop.
&nbsp;
To read more about Colorado&rsquo;s winter resort industry, go to coloradosun.com.
&nbsp;
And Before we go, here are a few stories that you should know about today:
&nbsp;
Every Coloradan age 16 and older will be eligible for coronavirus vaccines starting Friday. Governor Jared Polis said Monday he expects an increase in vaccine supply, particularly for the one-dose Johnson and Johnson shot. Every person who wants to get vaccinated will likely be able to do so by the end of May. More than 1.6 million Coloradans have been at least partly vaccinated so far.
&nbsp;
A Democrat-led bill in the statehouse would create a dedicated fund for K-12 teacher and staff raises. But even if the bill passes, there won&rsquo;t be money in the account this year. Rather, the measure is intended to exist as a pressure point on lawmakers for times when districts choose not to use their own money to raise pay. Some educators have been fleeing the industry due to stagnant wages and high pressure in the coronavirus pandemic.
&nbsp;
A backcountry guide and newly minted father was one of five people killed in a helicopter crash Saturday in Alaska. Greg Harms, a 52-year-old man from Aspen, was considered a trailblazing heli-skiing guide, and founded a touring company that led trips around the world. Local authorities say the cause of the crash is still unknown.
https://coloradosun.com/2021/03/29/greg-harms-alaska-helicopter-crash/&nbsp;
&nbsp;
For more information on all of these stories, visit our website, www.coloradosun.com. And don&rsquo;t forget to tune in again tomorrow.
&nbsp;
The Colorado Sun is non-partisan and completely independent. We're always dedicated to telling the in-depth stories we need today more than ever. And The Sun is supported by readers and listeners like you.
&nbsp;
Right now, you can head to ColoradoSun.com and become a member. Starting at $5 per month for a basic membership and if you bump it up to $20 per month, you&rsquo;ll get access to our exclusive politics and outdoors newsletters. Thanks for starting your morning with us and don&rsquo;t forget to tune in again tomorrow.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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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