A rockslide closed I-70 westbound near the No Name rest area for over three hours Saturday afternoon. 

CDOT Regional Communications Manager Lisa Schwantes said she was notified of the incident, just east of Glenwood Springs at mile marker 119, around 2:15 p.m.

Westbound traffic was being stopped at Dotsero as maintenance crews cleared rocks and debris from the roadway.       

No serious injuries were reported as a result of Saturday’s rockslide according to Schwantes. However, a semi-truck required towing and rocks scattered along the interstate were large enough to require a front-end loader, Schwantes said.

I-70 westbound reopened at around 5:20 p.m.

In the immediate area of the rockslide, I-70 westbound was limited to one lane and CDOT urged motorists to use caution.

Saturday’s rockslide was the first of the season to cause an interstate closure, Schwantes said.

Editor’s note: The weather isn’t making it easy for many folks to get a print copy of Friday’s paper, so we’ve made the e-edition free to access today. Go here to read Friday’s paper.

Roaring Fork School District has canceled school Friday in anticipation of continued adverse weather.

All after-school and extracurricular activities are also canceled, although Glenwood Springs High School’s girls swim team had already left for an event in Grand Junction and would still compete.

In a statement Thursday night, district public information officer Kelsy Been said early reports point to unsafe road conditions continuing Friday.

“Although we do not usually make snow day decisions this early, we’ve received earlier than usual reports from road and highway plowing operations departments of expected unsafe and hazardous road conditions,” Been writes. “Any decision to cancel school is based on student and staff safety.”

Go here to read Roaring Fork School District’s policy on cancellations.

In addition:

• Colorado Mountain College’s Glenwood Center, Spring Valley, Carbondale, Rifle and Leadville campuses will be closed Friday for the entire day. The Aspen campus remains open. Central Services in Glenwood is closed. For more information, call the CMC Rifle snow line at 625-6990 or the CMC Spring Valley/Glenwood Center snow line at 947-8153.
• Glenwood Springs City Hall will open at 10 a.m. Friday, instead of 8. The Community Center will open at 6 a.m. for normal business hours.

• Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park is closed Friday. Friday Afternoon Club is canceled.
• Interstate 70 westbound from Golden to the Eisenhower Tunnel is closed. No alternate routes are available, and CDOT strongly recommends people don’t travel during today’s storm.

A winter weather advisory from the National Weather Service remains in effect until 5 p.m. Friday, with up to 8 inches of snow expected Thursday night and up to 4 more inches expected Friday morning.

Garfield School District 16 schools in Parachute are not canceled for Friday, and Friday is a normal off day for Garfield Re-2 schools.

Call 511 for the most up-to-date road conditions.

How can anyone oppose Question A?

As a working mother of 3 I’m too busy to follow the details of local politics. I appreciate what our Mayor and Council do for this beautiful mountain community. That said, I looked into Question A and am unclear how anyone can oppose this. I’m also confused by some of what I have heard.

Question A doesn’t say, “don’t build affordable housing” or “don’t use public lands for housing”. Question A says, “let’s vote on it on a case-by-case basis”. Let’s keep it democratic. Let’s keep it fair. If a project using public lands can get 50% of the people to approve it, let’s build it. 

I work in education where 50% is not a passing grade. I can’t maintain my job if half of the administrators don’t approve of my performance. Fifty percent in life is generally a failing grade. Getting fifty percent of us to approve selling or giving away our public lands is not a big ask.

Opponents claim that new housing reduces traffic. It may on I-70, but not in Glenwood. Our growing city has tried this. Countless apartments have sprouted in Glenwood like dandelions in recent years. Has traffic been reduced? I don’t think so. 

If you move from Rifle to Glenwood and work up-valley, you still drive on 82 through Glenwood to get to work. If you move here and work locally you still have to get to work on our public streets — usually in a car. Either way a new family has been added, which is awesome. They take their kids to school, shop at the grocery store, go to soccer, church, the doctor, and run errands. All on Glenwood streets. That’s an increase in traffic, not a decrease. Please don’t get me wrong: I welcome new families to our city with open arms. But I’m confused because they won’t reduce traffic here. 

And if the homes they live in are to be built on public lands that we can no longer use, could we all please just have a say? That’s all we are asking. 

Please vote YES on Question A.

Jen Angeloro, Glenwood Springs

Question A protects Glenwood from Aspen NIMBYs

The 120-125 billionaire property owners in Aspen influence the entire real estate market in the Roaring Fork Valley. The high level of wealth of this sector creates an extreme inequality related to the workforce that supports this reality. The Aspen community has become the biggest NIMBY in the region promoting the need for affordable housing, just not in Aspen. Some of that wealth could and should be allocated towards building public housing. Focusing on a public funded housing strategy along the Highway 82 corridor with rapid transit between Aspen and Glenwood Springs would mitigate the affordable housing problem at this critical moment in history and could provide workforce housing that includes access to schools, parks, shopping, and other opportunities of a healthy community. Aspen relies on too many workers making a five hour commute through Glenwood Springs, an inefficient transportation system with a carbon footprint detrimental to the health and quality of life of everybody in the region. It is too big a price to pay and untenable to continue this manner of support of the extreme inequality resulting from the Aspen/Snowmass economic model. 

Glenwood Springs residents are relying on the city council and staff to preserve and protect the two rivers confluence area and the constrained valleys from overdevelopment. The greatest need for affordable workforce housing communities is south of Glenwood Springs. The residents of Glenwood Springs need not fall prey to any exaggeration of the need for workforce housing within its city limits. Developing partnerships in the Roaring Fork Valley with Aspen contributing to the funding of public housing is the key component of an overall housing strategy that could ensure the long-term health and sustainability of the region. The challenge is to balance the needs of the diverse communities between Aspen and Glenwood Springs. 

Vote YES on Ballot A today.

David Hauter, Glenwood Springs

Question A ‘has nothing to do with affordable housing’

This letter refutes comments by the anti-A ballot measure contingent.

First, Steven Smith’s 4/11/24 letter to the editor stated that having citizens of Glenwood voting on City property would “undermine healthy community engagement and the quality of local life.”

Mr. Smith, being able to vote on City land IS healthy community engagement!

Second, Ben West’s 4/9/24 letter incorrectly states that this measure would make housing more expensive.

No, Mr. West, it would not.

However, as a developer, Mr West knows and accurately states that if a development meets Code, “there is little the public can do to stop the development.”

The PI did a front-page story titled “How Question A will impact affordable housing and the development process in Glenwood Springs”. 

I found five sentences that mention “affordable housing” in the article spanning four pages.

Lastly, ballot measure A has absolutely nothing to do with affordable housing.

Linda Holloway, Glenwood Springs

Consider the consequences, vote no on Question A

“Keep Glenwood Glenwood; Love where you live; Democracy” — great slogans that no one who lives here can disagree with and yet…

Glenwood Springs is not exempt from the multitude of issues, including growth, that face the towns and cities of Colorado. Boasting a beautiful location at the confluence of two rivers it boasts a temperate climate, many recreation facilities, extensive hiking and biking trails, proximity to summer and winter sports, and a storied history. It is little wonder that it is a favorite spot for many tourists as well as dwellers. How fortunate to reside alongside a state of the art medical facility, with dedicated law enforcement, emergency workers and public servants, a bustling downtown that provides great shopping and dining venues, as well as good schools to educate future generations.

We “democratically” elect public officials to oversee the functioning of Glenwood Springs. We may agree or disagree with their thoughts, and are invited to join in conversations pertinent to varied public opinions. Regular meetings are held and are sadly under attended. Controversial issues are presented at the ballot box, without holding a costly and time-consuming special election, no matter who is footing the bill. “DEMOCRACY” is a two way street. As residents of Glenwood Springs our input is needed and solicited; it is up to us to make our voices heard at town meetings and to consider all of the ramifications of our opinions and the opinions of others.

I do love where I live. I am also concerned that this vibrant community will be tarnished with unaffordable housing for medical staff, teachers, retail owners and their staff, restaurant and lodging owners and their employees, law enforcement and emergency service staff, and a hard-working contingent of public figures.

With admiration for a well-canvased point of view presented by the group “Keep Glenwood Glenwood,” I encourage voters to consider the consequences and vote no on 2A.

Susan Anderson, Glenwood Springs

Reader responds to hotel name change

I traveled to Thompson ND, and called the Thompson Hotel, and was told that it was 927 miles away in Denver, Colorado. I traveled to Halcyon, CA, and called the Halcyon Hotel to get directions to the hotel, and was told that it was 1150 miles away in Denver, Colorado. My next trip was to Clayton, New Mexico, and called its namesake hotel for directions, and…..was told that it was 300 miles away in Denver, Colorado. I’m going to stay at home next time….and that’s not in Alaska.

Brian Claxton, Denver

Spring cleaning is in the air and local communities are scheduling cleanup events to help with this annual happening.

Here are the other events being held throughout the county:

The Garfield County Landfill is offering a special coupon event in April. A coupon is valid for up to $15 off one load only from April 1–30 and only one coupon per residential household. The Garfield County Landfill near Rifle is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week. Register for the coupon at their website https://www.garfield-county.com/landfill/. 

Silt’s spring cleanup this year will last from April 22–May 4, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Town Shop, located at 612 N. 7th Street.

Parachute’s 8th annual Parachute Pick-up and Community Picnic will be held April 26, at the Rodeo Grounds at Cottonwood Park, located at 100 La Plata Circle. There will not be a drop-off on Friday, but the cleanup event last from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the picnic from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. On April 27, the drop-off is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until the dumpsters are full. The Alpine Shred Truck will be present from 8 a.m. to noon, according to Parachute’s website. 

Glenwood Springs is holding a disposal event on April 20 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Glenwood Springs Community Center. There will also be a brush and yard waste drop-off at the former rodeo grounds near Glenwood Springs Airport that will last every Saturday through Sep. 21. 

The city is also offering landfill vouchers for disposal of items at the South Canyon Landfill, valid until July 31. There’s only one voucher per household and requires proof of residency. Vouchers can be requested at the city of Glenwood Springs website.

The town of Carbondale’s cleanup event was held this past weekend.

The month of April is National Child Abuse Prevention month, bringing to light how families and communities need to work together to prevent child abuse and help where they can. 

The National Children’s Alliance lists that around 600,000 children nationally are abused or neglected every year. The most recent year for reports, 2021, is surmised to be underreported because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic in that year. 

The Alliance also report that children under 1 year old are 15% of all victims and under 2 years old are 28%. Girls are more likely to be abused than boys, numbering 8.7 to 7.5, respectively, per 1,000 children. American Indian/Alaskan Native children are the most likely, at 15.2 and African American number 13.1, both out of 1,000 in the same race or ethnicity. 

Nationally, the most common form of abuse is neglect, numbering about 76% of child abuse victims. The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children defines four types of neglect: physical, educational, emotional and medical. 

Physical means not meeting the child’s needs in terms of food, clothing, shelter or proper supervision or safety. Educational neglect is keeping the child from an education. Emotional neglect means withholding proper nurture or stimulation, or humiliating, isolating, ignoring, intimidating or bullying them. Medical neglect is refusing the proper medical care for the child. 

Children Advocacy Centers (CACs) are serving more sexual abuse cases than any other type, making up 53% of all cases, but federal statistics number sexual abuse as only 10% of cases. Sexual abuse is a far larger problem than is being revealed. 

The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) has more statistics on this: every 68 seconds, an American is sexually assaulted. Every nine minutes, the victim is a child, yet only 25 perpetrators out of 1,000 will end up in prison. From 2009-2013, Child Protective Service agencies found strong evidence of 63,000 a year as victims of sexual abuse. 34% of victims are under the age of 12 and 66% are age 12-17. 

According to the Colorado Department of Human Services in 2022, local county departments of human/social services in Colorado assessed the safety of 50,699 children and youth. In 97% of child welfare assessments, they were able to remain at home while their families received services. 

Locally, the Garfield County Department of Human Services provided data for child abuse in the county. In 2023, they had 1,502 reports, and only 27% were screened in and assessed by caseworkers, meaning they were looked over and thought to be valid, while 73% were screened out. Of those reports, 124 were in April 2023, where 31% were screened in and assessed and 69% were screened out. 

For every 1,000 children in Garfield County, 1.4 were removed from the home, which is about half the average rate in Colorado. Garfield County DHS saw a decrease of 1.5% in the amount of abuse and neglect reports in April of 2023.

In Garfield County, there are resources for getting help. Calling the hotline to report child abuse is available, but there are other sources for help: the Pinwheels for Prevention Colorado chapter lists numerous partners at the bottom of their website, including Court Appointed Special Advocates in Colorado. 

The child abuse prevention hotline provided by Garfield County can be found on their website and is 1-844-CO-4-KIDS, or 1-844-264-5437. You can also call the Human Services Department of Garfield County at 970-945-9191 in Glenwood Springs and 970-625-5282 for Rifle. Their website also has details for getting support as a parent.

The Glenwood Springs Ice Queens, an adult women’s hockey team, clinched a victory at the Women’s Association of Colorado Hockey (WACH) Mountain League Tournament in Vail on April 7. Overcoming a challenging regular season, the team showcased resilience and skill in a five-game series at Dobson Arena.

The Ice Queens, who finished the regular season with a 2-9-1 record, entered the tournament as the seventh seed. Their journey began with a decisive 3-0 win over Vail’s Twin Peaks, setting the stage for an unexpected championship run. The team’s success continued with a series of wins, including a notable victory against their highway 82 rivals, the Aspen MP2s.

“We went into the tournament with this mentality that we’re the last seed but we felt like that’s not where we were supposed to be,” Dumoulin said. “We weren’t really expecting to make it to the championship even though we knew we’re capable of it, but there was that mental piece of it.”

The team’s only loss came against a younger Steamboat Springs Panic team, which they later defeated in a dramatic rematch. The final, a nail-biter against Panic, extended into overtime where the Ice Queens secured their title with a swift goal by Dumoulin.

Despite their regular season struggles, the Ice Queens found strength in unity for the tournament. 

“Throughout the season we struggled to get all of our players to all the games, but we had a good turnout for the tournament,” Dumoulin said.

Dumoulin highlighted the struggles the team faced with the WACH league this season, which is based out of Denver.

“The WACH make their rules based on how things run in Denver, and it’s different in the mountains,” Dumoulin said. “It’s different when you live in the mountains and you’re driving to Steamboat for a game or you’re driving to Breckenridge for a game and you’re dealing with passes. It’s not easy so we are trying to make some changes for next year.”

Ice Queens head coach Josh Pulliam  praised the team’s performance in the league tournament despite the struggles they faced throughout the year.

“The ladies showed up to play,” Pulliam said. “They faced some challenges throughout the year with the league and some roster malfunctions that took place, but they put together a full team in Vail and displayed a dominant performance.”

Pulliam remains optimistic about the team’s future. 

“Going forward, if they return the roster they had at the end of the year and can figure some things out with the WACH, they should be in really good shape to go into the next season and have some success,” Pulliam said.

On behalf of YouthZone’s clients, staff, and partners, I invite the community to a landmark event this spring that symbolizes the essence of our mission. With the arrival of spring, a season of renewal and growth, we are thrilled to announce the inaugural YouthZone Spring Gala, set for May 10 at TACAW (The Arts Campus at Willits) in Basalt. This gala is not just an event; it’s a celebration of the transformative journey we have embarked on together and our continued commitment to nurturing a bright future for the youth and families in the Roaring Fork and Grand River Valleys.

Since our beginnings in 1976, YouthZone has been dedicated to fostering positive development and creating a nurturing environment for our young people. Our work is rooted in the belief that strong, supportive communities are the foundation for healthy, hopeful futures. Thanks to your support, our work now impacts more than 2,000 community members each year.

The Spring Gala is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of our collective achievements and a look forward to the impact we can continue to make together. Picture an evening filled with the warmth of community, the joy of music by The Confluents, and a gourmet feast prepared by the talented chefs Julia and Allen Domingos of Epicure. From the moment the doors open at 6 pm, expect an atmosphere brimming with positivity and shared purpose.

Our live and silent auctions, led by the dynamic Blake Menezes, offer not only the excitement of friendly bidding but also the satisfaction of knowing each contribution supports YouthZone’s vital programs. Whether it’s securing a ski pass or discovering a local gem, each auction item is a chance to make a difference. Blake will also facilitate our paddle raise event, where you’ll be able to fund specific YouthZone programs, including court advocacy, substance use education, life skills, mentoring, and parenting support. This year, our goal is to raise $200,000 for these programs.

Choosing to attend means you’re not just buying a ticket to an event; you’re supporting a vision. The standard Seated Show ticket at $300 includes a delicious array of appetizers and dinner, two complimentary drinks, and an evening of unforgettable entertainment and dancing. For those seeking an elevated experience, the VIP Ticket at $450 offers early access, an intimate panel discussion, and additional insights into our impactful work.

This gala is a testament to the power of community and the difference we can make when we come together. It’s an opportunity to celebrate the progress we’ve made, the lives we’ve touched, and the future we’re shaping.

Join us for an evening that promises to be both meaningful and memorable. Together, let’s continue to empower our youth, support our families, and strengthen our communities.

For tickets and more information, please visit www.youthzone.com/spring-gala or contact me directly at anaaseh-shahry@youthzone.com.

We can’t wait to share this special evening with you!

YouthZone is a nonprofit that prioritizes family support for parents, guardians, families, and adolescents. Our services, available from Aspen to Parachute, include parent counseling, education, family resources, and comprehensive assessment and advocacy to foster healthy relationships among youth, families, and communities. For more information and to access our support, visit youthzone.com or call 970-945-9300.

Ali Naaseh-Shahry is a Colorado native who holds degrees in international public policy from the University of Colorado (BA) and University College London (MSc). He moved to western Colorado in 2015 to teach six-and-under ski school at the Aspen Skiing Company. Ali has taught a wide variety of academic and experiential subjects to people of all ages. Most recently, he worked as a special education teacher with the Roaring Fork School District, where he used data-driven decision making to improve his delivery of specialized instruction. Ali enjoys lift-access powder skiing, raft-access fly fishing, and spending time with his cats.

In celebration of Earth Day, the Downtown Development Authority of Rifle (DDA), Garfield County Outdoors, Leave No Trace, Middle Colorado Watershed Council, CSU Extension, Garfield County Vegetation Management and the City of Rifle are putting on an event to help clean Rifle Creek at Centennial Park, a DDA news release stated. Earth Day takes place every year on April 22.

The community is invited to come as individuals or groups. Bring your own gear, such as gloves, rakes, wheelbarrows, shovels, brooms and loppers. Trash bags will be available for trash pickup and there will be opportunities to help with mulching and planting, according to the release. 

Booths will be set up by coordinators, teaching about water quality monitoring, stream restoration, outdoor activities for kids, Leave No Trace and vegetation management, including nonnative plant species identification.

The event will run from 8 a.m. to noon. Door prize giveaways will be awarded at the end of the event. Prizes include tickets to the Rockies from Alpine Bank, gift certificates and other gear. Register ahead of time at https://forms.gle/Df7r3Ynz6cfs7FVQ9.

Glenwood Springs Middle School will welcome a new principal in the upcoming school year. After a year under Interim Principal Sarah Casatello following former Principal Joel Hathaway’s promotion to RFSD executive director of schools in May, Eric Olsen, an experienced educator and administrator, will assume the role, according to a Roaring Fork Schools news release.

Olsen brings a rich background in educational leadership, including roles as director and principal in Eagle County Schools and international experience in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia. He has also served as the president of the Colorado Association of Elementary School Principals and received the Distinguished Service Award from the same organization in 2020.

“I am very honored and excited to be selected as the next principal of this wonderful school,” Olsen said in the release. “I look forward to collaborating with teachers, families, and community members to provide a world-class education in a safe and inclusive environment for the students of GSMS.” 

Olsen holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Educational Leadership & Organizations from the University of California Santa Barbara, as well as a bachelor’s degree in history. 

The selection of Olsen followed the district’s rigorous hiring procedures for school leaders. According to the news release, the interview committee praised his communication skills, strategic vision, and proven academic results. His humility and dedication to a unified mission for the school were also noted as key factors in his appointment.

“Throughout the interview process, Eric’s depth of experience as an educator and school leader, emphasis on the importance of the social and emotional well-being of students as well as academic growth and rigor, knowledge of Expeditionary Learning Education, and seeing every opportunity for teaching and learning, were just some of the many strengths that were evident throughout the process,” RFSD Chief Academic Officer Stacey Park said in a letter to the community.

Olsen will assume the role in July.

The Colorado Mountain College Board of Trustees named Matt Gianneschi as the sole finalist for CMC’s next president and chief executive officer on April 15, according to a CMC news release. 

Gianneschi was selected as part of the board’s internal search and previously served as the college’s chief operating officer, during which he worked alongside current president Carrie Besnette Hauser for 10 years, according to the release. 

Board President Peg Portscheller told the Post Independent in March that the board of trustees would begin their search with an internal-only application, after which they would consider extending to an external search depending on the level of interest from candidates within the college. 

“Because Carrie has done such a phenomenal job of building the college’s reputation, recruiting and retaining such amazing people, we’re starting with an internal-only process,” Portscheller told the Post Independent in March. “That gives us the luxury of having the opportunity to visit with people from the inside of the organization who may not only have a deep interest in our college, but have … blood, sweat and tears in the institution.” 

The position was open for internal applications from March 27-April 5. Just over a week after announcing that Hauser would be stepping down from her position, the board released a survey asking for input from CMC employees, students and community members. The survey was released in both English and Spanish and received roughly 400 respondents, according to the release. 

“Trustees interviewed Gianneschi on Monday, April 15, during an executive session, and then, after careful deliberation and discussion, voted unanimously to appoint him as the sole finalist for the position,” the release stated.  

The board will formally appoint Gianneschi to the role during their April 29 board meeting, though the board said they still need to solidify the details of the presidential transition. 

Portscheller stated that Gianneschi’s major accomplishments within the college are a large part of what makes him prepared and qualified for the role of college president. His work within the college has included developing the newly launched Mountain Futures strategic plan, helping to double their Hispanic and Latino enrollment from 15% to 30% since 2014, expanding concurrent enrollment offerings in local high schools, and his work  “authoring legislation and policies enabling the college to launch programs like Fund Sueños—which supports DACA and undocumented students—stabilize funding for CMC and support rural K-12 teachers to help them afford to teach in the college’s mountain communities,” according to the release. 

“We believe that CMC’s students, faculty, staff and communities will be best served by having Dr. Gianneschi execute the strategic plan that he so carefully helped draft with faculty, staff, student and community input,” Portscheller said in the release. 

On March 19, CMC President Carrie Besnette Hauser announced that she would be stepping down from her position in August. Hauser is the longest-serving president in Colorado Mountain College history, having completed 10 years in 2023. She herself was an external hire, and has yet to announce her next professional steps. 

“Dr. Gianneschi has spent his entire life preparing for this role,” Hauser said in the release. “Speaking from experience, it’s an incredibly demanding and meaningful job, one that requires boundless energy and a passion for our students and these communities. The board could not have chosen a more qualified person for the position.” 

“I am honored and humbled by the Trustees’ decision to offer this very special position to me,” Gianneschi said in the release. “I care deeply about our students, faculty, staff and the mountain communities we serve. And, while the president is only one person, after ten years leading the college’s operations in a principled, collaborative and transparent manner, I believe that I understand how to guide CMC toward achieving its strategic commitments to equity, care, innovation and integrity.” 

Jayson Boebert, ex-husband of U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert, appeared in Garfield County Court on Monday facing charges from two separate January incidents. The court proceedings took place in front of Judge Jonathan Pototsky at the county associate courthouse in Rifle for a short-lived hearing that will see Jayson Boebert reappear on May 15.

On Jan. 6, police responded to a domestic violence call at the Miner’s Claim Restaurant in Silt. According to a police affidavit, Jayson Boebert alleged that Lauren Boebert had punched him in the face, although no evidence surfaced to support this claim. Jayson Boebert was escorted out of the restaurant that night by responding police officers but was not detained.

On Jan. 9, Silt police were called to Jayson Boebert’s residence after a disturbance involving him and his 18-year-old son, Tyler. The altercation, fueled by heavy alcohol consumption by Jayson Boebert and the presence of a firearm, led to Jayson’s arrest. He faces charges of prohibited use of a weapon, harassment and third-degree assault from this incident.

In the same arrest, Jayson Boebert was also charged for an outstanding warrant related to the Jan. 6 incident. Charges include disorderly conduct, third-degree trespass and obstruction of a peace officer.

In February, Lauren Boebert sought a restraining order following the January incidents, which she withdrew on March 11.