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Mar 2, 20222 min read

Difference Maker: Amy Baker

Amy Baker is a caring educator and lifelong learner who is committed to giving back to the community. Amy is kind, passionate, and...

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Feb 1, 20222 min read

Difference Maker: Jennifer Kennedy

What fills your soul? For Jennifer Kennedy, owner of Dewey Dabbles, art fills her soul. Within a few minutes of speaking with her, you...

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Jan 4, 20222 min read

Difference Maker: Melinda Brandt

A good coach can change a game; a great coach can change a life. Melinda Brandt, head coach of Eagle Valley High School's cross country...

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Nov 1, 20212 min read

Difference Maker: Michele Barber

Michele Barber uses her platform and her heart, full of love, to advocate for kids. She is remarkably passionate about advocating for...

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Oct 1, 20213 min read

Difference Maker: Norma Gurrola

Norma Gurrola moved to the Valley from Durango, Mexico, 14 years ago. She was a tenth-grader navigating a language barrier, her...

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Sep 2, 20213 min read

Difference Maker: Glenda Wentworth

The most special people come into your life, make a lasting impact, and are so humble that they won't see their effect more than just...

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Aug 3, 20213 min read

Difference Maker: Bianca Ochoa

A lifelong resident of Eagle County, a wife, and mother of 4 children, Bianca Ochoa has dedicated her life to serving her community and...

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Jun 3, 20214 min read

Difference Maker: Cathy Stickler

This month, we are excited to honor Cathy Strickler for her years of service to the youth in this community. Since 1990, Cathy has been...

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Difference Makers: Anne-Marie Desmond and Emily McCormack

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May 4, 20213 min read

Difference Makers: Anne-Marie Desmond and Emily McCormack

The Story: UB.U Written by: Amy Baker, Education Manager It all began about eight years ago, a local elementary school reached out to...

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Apr 1, 20210 min read

Difference Maker: Grace Meinberg

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Mar 2, 20212 min read

Difference Maker: Brittany Kinney

World Full of YES Brittany Kinney believes in the potential of "Yes," "Yes, it may be hard," "Yes, you can do it!" and, "Yes, I am here...

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Jan 8, 20213 min read

Difference Maker: Hillary Higgins

Difference Maker: Hillary Higgins Socks, Students, and Self Care! You might be wondering how the se three things are related. First, let...

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Dec 3, 20203 min read

Difference Maker: Tia Luck

How do you define equity? Tia Luck, Eagle County Schools Equity Coordinator, illustrates that equity is a term used so often. “Equity...

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Nov 6, 20202 min read

Difference Maker: Chief Daly

‘Lead by example’ is the mantra that Police Chief Greg Daly lives by every day. His impressive leadership skills and dedication to the...

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Oct 2, 20203 min read

Difference Maker: Bratzo Horruitiner

We all know a person that no one can say anything but kind words about. Bratzo Horruitiner is an exemplary community member that fits...

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Sep 2, 20203 min read

Difference Maker: Tsvetelina Fuentes

“I hope more people think they are capable and decide to be curious about different ways of accomplishing something. I also hope more...

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An Open Letter to Parents of Teens and Young Adults,

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Mar 31, 20203 min read

An Open Letter to Parents of Teens and Young Adults,

As we all know, it is not easy parenting teens and college-aged young adults. Especially those who were recently sent home abruptly from...

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A new sister program to Eat Chat Parent Specifically for for our Spanish Speaking Locals

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Mar 31, 20201 min read

A new sister program to Eat Chat Parent Specifically for for our Spanish Speaking Locals

The name of the new program is Aprendiendo Juntos with the tagline: Cultivando Beinestar, Comunicación, Conexión This translates in...

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Mar 31, 20202 min read

Stecher: You are enough

We’re now in Week 2 of this abrupt lifestyle change. Without much notice, many of us have been thrust into working from home, while...

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