Good Morning, Colorado, you’re listening to the Daily Sun-Up. It’s Thursday March 18th, and even though there’s a lot of turmoil right now we’re feeling lucky to start the day with you.

Today we hear from U.S. Senator Michael Bennet on the American Rescue Plan that was signed last week.

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 18th, 1998 when four men who had grown up in Pueblo returned. They returned to receive congratulations and cheers as each member had received the nation’s highest military commendation. The Medal of Honor. At the time, Pueblo held the distinction of claiming more living medal of honor recipients than any other American town.

Now, our feature story.

The American Rescue Plan, the latest federal coronavirus relief bill, was finalized and signed last week. The bill includes an estimated $14 billion for Colorado in the form of direct payments, local government support and funding for a variety of needs. U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined Jesse Paul for a virtual event wednesday to talk about the stimulus plan, including his plug for the child tax credit.

To read more about how the federal coronavirus relief bill affects Colorado, go to coloradosun.com. 

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

Twenty years ago, the Colorado Supreme Court found Telluride violated a state law prohibiting rent control when it made developers include work force housing in their plans. Lawmakers this year are taking advantage of an opening in the decision to make it easier for cities to create affordable housing plans without breaking the law. House Bill 1117 would let municipalities require developers to build affordable housing or contribute to funds to support it. 

Coloradans will be able to plug in electric vehicles at every state park very soon. The state Parks and Wildlife commission approved a contract with EV maker Rivian Wednesday to install chargers at every park, at no cost to the state. Advocates hope the deal will help build out the EV charging network required to make the shift away from gasoline powered vehicles.

A large boulder fell in the Ouray (YOU-ray) Ice Park Monday night, knocking out the Schoolhouse Bridge athletes use to access the climbs in the park. The collapse also took out the water lines used to create the precarious fangs that draw thousands of climbers to the park each year and shut down the historic Ouray Hydroelectric Power Plant, which supplies green energy to the San Miguel Electric Association. 

For more information on all of these stories, visit our website, www.coloradosun.com. And don’t forget to tune in again tomorrow for a special holiday episode. Now, a quick message from our editor.

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Good Morning, Colorado, you&rsquo;re listening to the Daily Sun-Up. It&rsquo;s Thursday March 18th, and even though there&rsquo;s a lot of turmoil right now we&rsquo;re feeling lucky to start the day with you.
Today we hear from U.S. Senator Michael Bennet on the American Rescue Plan that was signed last week.
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;:
Today, we take you back to March 18th, 1998 when four men who had grown up in Pueblo returned. They returned to receive congratulations and cheers as each member had received the nation&rsquo;s highest military commendation. The Medal of Honor. At the time, Pueblo held the distinction of claiming more living medal of honor recipients than any other American town.
Now, our feature story.
The American Rescue Plan, the latest federal coronavirus relief bill, was finalized and signed last week. The bill includes an estimated $14 billion for Colorado in the form of direct payments, local government support and funding for a variety of needs. U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined Jesse Paul for a virtual event wednesday to talk about the stimulus plan, including his plug for the child tax credit.
To read more about how the federal coronavirus relief bill affects Colorado, go to coloradosun.com.&nbsp;
And Before we go, here are a few stories that you should know about today:
Twenty years ago, the Colorado Supreme Court found Telluride violated a state law prohibiting rent control when it made developers include work force housing in their plans. Lawmakers this year are taking advantage of an opening in the decision to make it easier for cities to create affordable housing plans without breaking the law. House Bill 1117 would let municipalities require developers to build affordable housing or contribute to funds to support it.&nbsp;
Coloradans will be able to plug in electric vehicles at every state park very soon. The state Parks and Wildlife commission approved a contract with EV maker Rivian Wednesday to install chargers at every park, at no cost to the state. Advocates hope the deal will help build out the EV charging network required to make the shift away from gasoline powered vehicles.
A large boulder fell in the Ouray (YOU-ray) Ice Park Monday night, knocking out the Schoolhouse Bridge athletes use to access the climbs in the park. The collapse also took out the water lines used to create the precarious fangs that draw thousands of climbers to the park each year and shut down the historic Ouray Hydroelectric Power Plant, which supplies green energy to the San Miguel Electric Association.&nbsp;
For more information on all of these stories, visit our website,<a href="http://www.coloradosun.com/"> www.coloradosun.com</a>. And don&rsquo;t forget to tune in again tomorrow for a special holiday episode. Now, a quick message from our editor.
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.
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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