Sunday, June 7, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1948, the Golden Flash Flood sent a roughly 25-foot wall of water tearing down normally-dry Tucker Gulch and resulted in what was described at the time as the worst flood in Golden’s history. (More)

In case you missed it, this week on The Flyover Podcast, Ayla broke down a Social Security shift that quietly took effect this year, one that could permanently shrink your monthly check if you claim at the wrong time. Retirement experts say knowing your exact number before you file could mean the difference of hundreds of dollars a month for the rest of your life. Listen here.

Today’s sponsor, United States Tungsten, is highlighting a rare opportunity to invest in a critical mineral essential to industries from aerospace to electronics as the company works to revive domestic tungsten production at a historic North Carolina site.

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Feds To Impose Colorado River Plan

The federal government is moving ahead with a 10-year management framework for the Colorado River after seven states failed to reach a compact agreement.

Bureau of Reclamation acting commissioner Scott Cameron announced the plan Thursday, saying a final framework is expected by mid-to-late summer. The system would require states to renegotiate every two years rather than locking in a decades-long deal.

Colorado and Nevada pushed back on key elements, and some states are now proposing mediation as a path toward a state-negotiated solution. Cameron said federal managers would accept a seven-state agreement before the framework is finalized.

The Colorado River is having its worst water year on record, with critically low reservoir levels intensifying the pressure. For Colorado, which holds significant Compact leverage as the source of much of the river’s flow, the outcome will shape water allocations for agriculture, municipalities, and recreation for years to come.

Primary Ballots Hit Mailboxes Monday

Colorado voters will begin receiving primary ballots starting Monday, June 8, ahead of the June 30 election.

The Democratic governor’s race is the marquee contest: U.S. Sen. Bennet and Attorney General Weiser met for their second debate Thursday. Weiser earned his ballot spot through the state party assembly while Bennet petitioned his way onto the ballot.

Three Republicans are also competing for their party’s nomination for governor. The attorney general race features multiple candidates on both sides, and six incumbent state legislators face primary challengers.

All active registered voters in Colorado will receive mail ballots automatically. Ballots can be returned by mail or dropped at any official drop box or county clerk office through Election Day.

Near-Record Heat And Fire Danger this Weekend

Colorado is hitting near-record heat this weekend with forecasts in the mid-90s across the Front Range and triple digits possible in parts of the Eastern Plains and Western Slope lowlands.

Meteorologists say this is the warmest stretch of 2026 so far, and on top of an active drought, the National Weather Service is flagging elevated fire weather risk statewide.

Mountain communities are seeing temperatures 20-25 degrees cooler than the plains. Keep an eye on fire weather watches that may develop today.

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North Carolina’s Moment in the $10 Billion Tungsten Boom

The global tungsten market is surging toward $10 billion by 2030, and a historic site in North Carolina is drawing attention as domestic minerals become a national priority.

Modern industry has no substitute for tungsten. From the precision drills that build cities to the high-heat engines that power flight, it’s the indispensable backbone of global manufacturing:

Automotive: $3T+ market
Electronics: $500B+ market
Aerospace: $800B+ market

With global prices surging 557%, the demand for a domestic source has reached a boiling point.

That’s exactly where United States Tungsten comes in. The company is working toward reopening a domestic recovery and processing facility at the Tungsten Queen, which holds approximately 1 million tons of tungsten-bearing minerals.

The opportunity is here. Lock in up to 23% bonus shares as an early-stage United States Tungsten investor before June 12.

➤ Statewide: A new Colorado law aims to give people leaving prison more support on their first day of freedom, including access to identification documents and emergency funds to help with reentry. (More)

➤ Denver: The Denver Police Department graduated 46 new officers Friday, adding to the force as DPD works to rebuild staffing levels depleted over the past several years. (More)

➤ Colorado Springs: A youth hockey coach was arrested this week on charges of sexual assault on a child. Investigators say multiple victims have been identified and are asking the public for additional information. (More)

➤ Telluride: Crews removed years of accumulated human waste from the popular alpine area near Ridgway, in the San Juans about an hour from Telluride. New rules for 2026 include packing out waste, bear-resistant food storage, and group-size limits, with a permit system slated to launch in 2027. (More)

➤ Statewide: Gov. Jared Polis signed the Tamale Act into law last week, expanding Colorado’s cottage food rules to allow residents to legally sell a wider range of homemade foods, including refrigerated items and meat products, from home. (More)

➤ Grand Junction: Western Slope growers are changing planting strategies and sourcing decisions as the ongoing drought squeezes produce availability heading into summer farmers market season in the Grand Valley. (More)

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➤ The Colorado Rockies allowed eight runs in the last two innings of their 9-7 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, dropping to 24-40 overall on the season. (More)

➤ Denver Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested on Friday on domestic violence charges after a fight broke out over cheating allegations. (More)

➤ Former Colorado quarterback Joel Klatt will be featured on the primary broadcast team in College Football 27, the upcoming installment of EA Sports’ flagship college football game. (More)

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This Metal Has Already Jumped 557%

Tungsten powers everything from aerospace to EVs. That’s why it’s projected to be a $10 billion industry by 2030, and one company is positioning itself to transform the domestic tungsten supply chain.

United States Tungsten is working to reopen a domestic recovery and processing facility through the Tungsten Queen, which holds approximately 1 million tons of tungsten. Demand is expected to surge as the U.S. rebuilds its domestic mineral supply. With critical mineral legislation accelerating and defense budgets rising, domestic suppliers have a unique opportunity to lead the market. United States Tungsten is already in talks with the government about supply contracts.

You can now invest in United States Tungsten and lock in up to 23% bonus shares before June 12.

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➤ Mumford & Sons brought their Prizefighter Tour to CU Boulder’s Folsom Field last night for a massive outdoor show as part of a strong summer concert lineup rolling through Colorado venues. (More)

➤ Berthoud Day returned to Northern Colorado yesterday, with the small town’s beloved annual celebration featuring a downtown parade, live entertainment, local food, and family activities at Town Park. (More)

➤ Root Shoot Spirits, a Colorado family distillery, has won American Single Malt Whiskey of the Year, Whisky of the Year, and Spirit of the Year (U.S.A.) at the 2026 London Spirits Competition. (More)

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A Platteville farm grew the grass for three World Cup venues. The specially engineered turf will spend six weeks thriving indoors under artificial lights.