Thirty Thousand Cranes in the Valley

Polis Vetoes Swipe Fee Bill

Governor Jared Polis just set a new personal record with 12 vetoes this year, including a high-profile bill that would have banned credit card swipe fees on sales tax — a move fiercely opposed by the banking industry, which spent millions lobbying against it. The bill, backed by small businesses who argued it was unfair to pay fees for collecting taxes, still passed both chambers but was ultimately vetoed. Polis called it legally complex and politically fraught, while also rejecting other bills — including one that would have expanded cancer coverage for firefighters and another that would allow lawsuits against federal agents. With more bills pending until June 12, the governor’s veto pen is still poised to strike, highlighting the ongoing tug-of-war between small business interests and powerful industry lobbies. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4f49eb8f7a0565b7

Polis Vetoed Three Progressive Bills

Governor Jared Polis just vetoed three progressive bills — one to stop companies from using your online data to set prices or wages, another to reform unfair arbitration clauses, and a third to ban single-use restaurant plastics. Polis argued the pricing bill was too broad, the arbitration bill too vague, and the plastic ban should be handled locally — since cities are already tackling it. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ff9cc9ff17cb511d

Colorado’s Drought Hits Rivers and Resorts

Colorado’s snowpack is vanishing early, leaving rivers too shallow for rafting and ski resorts shuttering trails ahead of schedule. Rafting guides face job shortages, food and housing aid requests spike, and communities brace for a prolonged drought’s economic toll — all while locals adapt with inflatable kayaks and hope for a monsoon or El Niño to turn the tide. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e3ac21382d449b35

Holy Cross Hits 100% Clean Energy

Holy Cross Energy hit a major milestone—delivering 100% clean power in March, powered by solar and wind, ahead of schedule for their 2030 goal. Despite rising costs and supply chain hurdles, they’re pivoting to smaller, local projects and urging members to shift usage to peak clean energy times. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a46a2190fa5e663b

Ute Heritage Garden in Montrose

Discover the Ute Indian Museum Ethnobotany Garden in Montrose, Colorado—a living tribute to Chief Ouray and Chipeta’s legacy, where native plants like chokecherries and scarlet gilia reveal centuries of Ute traditions in food, medicine, and ceremony. Built in 2017 by passionate volunteers, this garden reclaims indigenous knowledge and invites visitors to reflect under its symbolic peace pole, honoring a deep-rooted harmony between Ute culture and the land. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b8aedbde65374b7b