The Denver Post17d
Forest Service cuts exacerbate wildfire threats in Colorado, fire officials say: “We’re decreasing our ability to respond.”
Forest Service representatives have repeatedly declined to say how many Colorado-based workers were included in the mass firings, though state leaders estimated at least 90 positions were cut.
The Durango Herald21d
Colorado forests are releasing more carbon than they’re storing
Authors of a new Colorado State Forest Service report say forests naturally cycle between carbon “sinks” and “sources” Colorado’s 22.8 million acres of forests are emitting more carbon ...
Vail Daily27d
Colorado lawmakers fire back at Trump administration’s ‘reckless’ and ‘dangerous’ layoffs of over 3,400 Forest Service employees
It is shortsighted and ultimately could prove dangerous for our communities in the Western Slope and every corner of our state,” said Democratic Rep. Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado’s 2nd District ...
Summit County27d
Colorado lawmakers fire back at Trump administration’s ‘reckless’ and ‘dangerous’ layoffs of over 3,400 Forest Service employees
Colorado lawmakers ... Slope and every corner of our state,” said Democratic Rep. Joe Neguse, who represents Colorado’s 2nd District. The cuts to the Forest Service labor force were among ...
The Durango Herald28d
More than 150 Forest Service workers in Colorado lose jobs
About two-thirds of Colorado ... the state labor department had received 24 unemployment claims from federal employees. One source said all but one member of the Forest Service Region 2 “timber ...
Federal mass firings will increase wildfire risk, endanger Colorado’s public lands, state leaders warn
Mass firings across federal agencies responsible for wildfire prevention and public lands management will endanger Coloradans and put at risk the state’s beloved mountains, rivers and ...
Summit County26d
This Colorado woman dreamed of a career serving public lands. She was suddenly among thousands fired by the US Forest Service.
Born and raised in Colorado ... have decried the layoffs at the Forest Service, raising concerns that the cuts could have impacts on the state’s economy and wildfire preparedness.
Only In Your State16d
Beat the Crowds at This Underrated National Forest in Colorado
Escape the crowds and find peace as you explore this lesser-known national forest in Colorado. Grand Mesa National Forest is jam-packed with adventure!
Colorado Public Radio28d
As job cuts for Colorado’s federal workers roll across the state, some share their stories
The federal government touches every corner of Colorado ... from the forest service,” the former forest service employee. He filed for unemployment benefits from the state while he is looking ...
Fort Morgan Times5d
Free tree care workshop offered March 20
Morgan Conservation District will be hosting a free Tree Care Workshop in collaboration with Colorado State Forest Service on March 20, from 9 a.m. to noon. The workshop will cover the benefits of ...