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In today's newsletter:

  • How nearby prescribed burns could affect Fairplay residents this winter

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Windy with clouds and sun, with a high of 45 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 43, low: 27.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 45 and low of 28 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• PSICC prepares for winter prescribed pile burning (theflume.com) — Planned prescribed pile burns this winter will include the Warm Springs area about five miles southwest of Fairplay, potentially bringing temporary closures and smoke nearby. Fire managers expect operations to run through March 2026 as conditions allow, aiming to reduce wildfire risk for Park County communities. Residents are urged to watch for closure signs and check air quality resources.
   

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  • Como Post Office is closed today December 9, 2025.
    285 is closed. I will reopen tomorrow at 9am. Thank you. Stay safe (Nextdoor Antelope Way)
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🗞 Nearby News

Leadville

  • Where Bigfoot Is Spotted Most in Colorado — The Counties Topping the List (power1029noco.com)
  • How much snow did Colorado get last weekend? One spot got 33 inches (denvergazette.com)
  • What Is Skijoring? The Wild Western Winter Sport You've Got to See (frommers.com)

Breckenridge

  • A skier's guide to Breckenridge Resort: Terrain, dining, lodging, parking, and more (denvergazette.com)
  • Summit County musical groups to host holiday concert Sunday (summitdaily.com)
  • Summit Commissioners approve balanced 2026 county budget after facing multimillion-dollar deficit (summitdaily.com)

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