Government Shutdown Sparks Estes Park Residents to Step Up for Pa

It is always amazing to see our community come together. Here is a great example of that. The government shutdown is now the second-longest in United States history. Many government employees are frustrated because they want to return to work.

Northern Colorado Feels the Impact of the Shutdown

Some resources for Colorado residents are not available right now, but one organization in Estes Park is picking up the slack and assisting while resources are limited in Northern Colorado.

YMCA of the Rockies Supports Rocky Mountain National Park

The YMCA of the Rockies has been stepping up to the plate and has been helping the Rocky Mountain National Park while the government has been shut down, Denver 7 reports.

Volunteers Keep Rocky Mountain National Park Clean

The YMCA has been coordinating trash cleanups with volunteers and staff to keep Rocky Mountain National Park clean and tidy.

Rocky Mountain National Park has a ton of visitors from all around the nation right now because it is the perfect time to go see the leaves fall. Plus, the colors and scenery at Rocky Mountain National Park right now are stunning.

Estes Park Residents Take Action and Inspire Others

Cleaning up Rocky Mountain National Park is typically handled by federal workers and staff. With the government shutdown, there is nobody designated to clean the areas. It is amazing to see residents of Estes Park notice an issue in their community and take charge.

It might inspire us all to lend a hand.

50 Photos That Prove Colorado Is the Most Beautiful State in America

From Rocky Mountain National Park to the Garden of the Gods, Colorado is a gorgeous state that needs to be explored.

Gallery Credit: Kerri Mac

If Colorado Cities Were Dog Breeds, This Is the One That Would Represent Each

We asked ChatGPT to pick dog breeds that best represent cities and residents across Colorado. Here are the dog breeds for Colorado's 50 largest cities.

Gallery Credit: Tanner Chambers