Robert Tann

Multimedia journalist

Photography

Dave Parri poses near the river bank of the Colorado River near the town of Parshall in Grand County on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Speaking on his time fishing in the 1980s, Parri said, “I moved to Colorado for the love of hunting and fishing … and I saw a world-class trout fishery, and I caught fish like I’ve never caught fish before.” Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Dave Parri poses near the river bank of the Colorado River near the town of Parshall in Grand County on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Speaking on his time fishing in the 1980s, Parri said, “I moved to Colorado for the love of hunting and fishing … and I saw a world-class trout fishery, and I caught fish like I’ve never caught fish before.” Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
A brown trout is pulled into a net during a day of fishing on the Colorado River in Grand County on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
A brown trout is pulled into a net during a day of fishing on the Colorado River in Grand County on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Dave Parri fly fishes on a stretch of the Colorado River near the unincorporated town of Parshall in Grand County on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Prior to the construction of the Windy Gap Reservoir just south of Lake Granby, Parri said this stretch of river was among the best he'd fished in the U.S. Robert Tann/Summit Daily
Dave Parri fly fishes on a stretch of the Colorado River near the unincorporated town of Parshall in Grand County on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. Prior to the construction of the Windy Gap Reservoir just south of Lake Granby, Parri said this stretch of river was among the best he'd fished in the U.S. Robert Tann/Summit Daily
Holly Crystal holds a rally sign in the backyard of her Frisco townhome on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Crystal said she's been locked in a 4.5-year battle with her homeowners association over a property rights dispute. She says more protections need to be put in place for homeowners who live under HOAs. Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Holly Crystal holds a rally sign in the backyard of her Frisco townhome on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Crystal said she's been locked in a 4.5-year battle with her homeowners association over a property rights dispute. She says more protections need to be put in place for homeowners who live under HOAs. Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Iryna Petrovitska poses for a portrait outside The Peak School in Frisco on Monday, May 20, 2024. Petrovitska, who in 2021 moved from Ukraine to Summit County, said life in the U.S. had been her dream for years. “I feel like in the United States I will find myself," she said. “Ukraine is my home, my heart, but the United States is my future." Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Iryna Petrovitska poses for a portrait outside The Peak School in Frisco on Monday, May 20, 2024. Petrovitska, who in 2021 moved from Ukraine to Summit County, said life in the U.S. had been her dream for years. “I feel like in the United States I will find myself," she said. “Ukraine is my home, my heart, but the United States is my future." Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Matt Vawter poses for a portrait at his restaurant, Rootstalk, in Breckenridge on Thursday, May 2. Speaking about his recognition as a James Beard Foundation award finalist, Vawter said, “When you’re in fine dining, or the restaurant business in general, it’s something you always aspire to. But it certainly doesn’t define us, it’s more about the work that we do day-in and day-out." Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Matt Vawter poses for a portrait at his restaurant, Rootstalk, in Breckenridge on Thursday, May 2. Speaking about his recognition as a James Beard Foundation award finalist, Vawter said, “When you’re in fine dining, or the restaurant business in general, it’s something you always aspire to. But it certainly doesn’t define us, it’s more about the work that we do day-in and day-out." Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis speaks with town of Frisco and Colorado transportation officials outside the Granite Park housing development in Frisco on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. With support from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, Polis said the project represents an important partnership between state and local governments to deliver more housing. "We know the cost of living is very high in Summit County," Polis said. "And so to be able to partner to bring online these additional, high-quality housing opportunities that are affordable for people is really critical for the success of Summit County." Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis speaks with town of Frisco and Colorado transportation officials outside the Granite Park housing development in Frisco on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. With support from the Colorado Department of Local Affairs, Polis said the project represents an important partnership between state and local governments to deliver more housing. "We know the cost of living is very high in Summit County," Polis said. "And so to be able to partner to bring online these additional, high-quality housing opportunities that are affordable for people is really critical for the success of Summit County." Robert Tann/Summit Daily News
Laura James stands at the main entrance to her two-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Breckenridge on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024. Dubbed "The Cabin," the home was built by James's parents in the mid-1970s, the first property of what could become the Peak 7 neighborhood. After buying it from her parents, James and her husband have short-term rented the home in order to pay for their mortgage and other expenses in a bid to keep the home in their family. But faced with new Summit County regulations on short-term rentals, James said that prospect is becoming much harder.
Laura James stands at the main entrance to her two-bedroom, three-bathroom home in Breckenridge on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024. Dubbed "The Cabin," the home was built by James's parents in the mid-1970s, the first property of what could become the Peak 7 neighborhood. After buying it from her parents, James and her husband have short-term rented the home in order to pay for their mortgage and other expenses in a bid to keep the home in their family. But faced with new Summit County regulations on short-term rentals, James said that prospect is becoming much harder.
Twin brothers Isaac O'Maley-Ramras, left, and Caden O'Maley Ramras are pictured at the Mountain Sprouts Academy child care center in Copper on Thursday, March 7, 2024. Director Courtney Drabik said the center employs a Reggio Emilia learning philosophy, which promotes "nurturing the innate curiosity, creativity and wonder within every child."
Twin brothers Isaac O'Maley-Ramras, left, and Caden O'Maley Ramras are pictured at the Mountain Sprouts Academy child care center in Copper on Thursday, March 7, 2024. Director Courtney Drabik said the center employs a Reggio Emilia learning philosophy, which promotes "nurturing the innate curiosity, creativity and wonder within every child."
Merritt Burnham pictured inside his parents' home in Frisco on Jan. 31, 2024. Burnham lives there part-time so he can short-term rent a condo he owns in Wildernest outside of Silverthorne. Doing so, he said, is the only way to offset a major increase in homeowner's association fees that have eaten away at his earnings. Photo taken as part of an investigation into rising HOA fees.
Merritt Burnham pictured inside his parents' home in Frisco on Jan. 31, 2024. Burnham lives there part-time so he can short-term rent a condo he owns in Wildernest outside of Silverthorne. Doing so, he said, is the only way to offset a major increase in homeowner's association fees that have eaten away at his earnings. Photo taken as part of an investigation into rising HOA fees.
Ken Riley was elected Keystone's first mayor on Tuesday, Jan. 30. As president of two organizations, Incorporate Keystone and the Keystone Citizens League, Riley led the effort to transform Keystone into Colorado's newest town.
Ken Riley was elected Keystone's first mayor on Tuesday, Jan. 30. As president of two organizations, Incorporate Keystone and the Keystone Citizens League, Riley led the effort to transform Keystone into Colorado's newest town.
With Copper Mountain Resort's opening day on Monday, Nov. 13, all four Summit County ski resorts are now open for the 2023-24 season.
With Copper Mountain Resort's opening day on Monday, Nov. 13, all four Summit County ski resorts are now open for the 2023-24 season.
Patricia Geltman pictured in Breckenridge. After emigrating from Cuba in 2019, Geltman faced several obstacles trying to secure stable housing in the resort mountain community. Photos taken as part of a four-part series that explores housing disparities between English and Spanish-speaking Summit County residents.
Patricia Geltman pictured in Breckenridge. After emigrating from Cuba in 2019, Geltman faced several obstacles trying to secure stable housing in the resort mountain community. Photos taken as part of a four-part series that explores housing disparities between English and Spanish-speaking Summit County residents.
Rene Marin is pictured on Aug. 13, 2023 in the room of the Summit County hotel where he lived with his family for nearly a year. A recent county survey shows that seven times as many Spanish speakers live in hotels compared to English-speaking residents. Photos taken for a four-part series that explores housing disparities between English and Spanish-speaking Summit County residents.
Rene Marin is pictured on Aug. 13, 2023 in the room of the Summit County hotel where he lived with his family for nearly a year. A recent county survey shows that seven times as many Spanish speakers live in hotels compared to English-speaking residents. Photos taken for a four-part series that explores housing disparities between English and Spanish-speaking Summit County residents.
Adolfo Ramírez pictured in his Silverthorne apartment on July 23, 2023. Ramírez is one of four Nicaraguan political exiles who arrived in Summit County in February. Photos taken for a four-part series that explores housing disparities between English and Spanish-speaking Summit County residents.
Adolfo Ramírez pictured in his Silverthorne apartment on July 23, 2023. Ramírez is one of four Nicaraguan political exiles who arrived in Summit County in February. Photos taken for a four-part series that explores housing disparities between English and Spanish-speaking Summit County residents.
Two friends of recent Summit High School graduate Charlie Foster, who was shot and killed by police, crouch at his memorial in Summit Cove on Wednesday, July 12.
Two friends of recent Summit High School graduate Charlie Foster, who was shot and killed by police, crouch at his memorial in Summit Cove on Wednesday, July 12.
Rodrigo Queiroz stands outside the gondola at River Run Village in Keystone Resort on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Queiroz is among several employees of Keystone’s parent company, Vail Resorts, who’ve said they’ve faced challenges securing scheduled work hours and housing after traveling to work in the United States on a temporary student visa — known as a J-1 — for the 2022-2023 ski season.
Rodrigo Queiroz stands outside the gondola at River Run Village in Keystone Resort on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. Queiroz is among several employees of Keystone’s parent company, Vail Resorts, who’ve said they’ve faced challenges securing scheduled work hours and housing after traveling to work in the United States on a temporary student visa — known as a J-1 — for the 2022-2023 ski season.
Jeff Rank stands on the deck of his mobile home at Farmers Korner Mobile Home Park on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023. For 52 days, Rank said he faced unreliable running water to the point where he could not shower, clean dishes or do laundry.
Jeff Rank stands on the deck of his mobile home at Farmers Korner Mobile Home Park on Monday, Jan. 23, 2023. For 52 days, Rank said he faced unreliable running water to the point where he could not shower, clean dishes or do laundry.
A bacon cheeseburger with an egg waits to be served at Sunshine Cafe in the town of Silverthorne on Monday, Jan. 9. Co-owner Justin Shillcutt said the rising cost of eggs has forced him to raise prices on his food.
A bacon cheeseburger with an egg waits to be served at Sunshine Cafe in the town of Silverthorne on Monday, Jan. 9. Co-owner Justin Shillcutt said the rising cost of eggs has forced him to raise prices on his food.
Edgar Hernandez works at Enza’s Delicatessen & Market in Silverthone, Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. Hernandez made a Facebook post Dec. 4 that drew hundreds of comments from Summit County residents eager to share essential items to donate to others.
Edgar Hernandez works at Enza’s Delicatessen & Market in Silverthone, Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. Hernandez made a Facebook post Dec. 4 that drew hundreds of comments from Summit County residents eager to share essential items to donate to others.
Founder and ringmaster Kevin Venardos welcomes attendees to the sold-out show April 14. Photos taken as part of coverage of a beloved circus and its triumphant return to Littleton audiences.
Founder and ringmaster Kevin Venardos welcomes attendees to the sold-out show April 14. Photos taken as part of coverage of a beloved circus and its triumphant return to Littleton audiences.
Husband and wife Manuel and Ilenay Acosta perform a dual act. Photos taken as part of coverage of a beloved circus and its triumphant return to Littleton audiences.
Husband and wife Manuel and Ilenay Acosta perform a dual act. Photos taken as part of coverage of a beloved circus and its triumphant return to Littleton audiences.
Attendees at the Littleton Museum were given a history lesson on the various journeys of milk in the 19th century during a March 26 event. Back then, Littleton and the surrounding area was a jewel of the dairy industry, with more than 40 dairies, creameries and cheeseries along the South Platte River.
Attendees at the Littleton Museum were given a history lesson on the various journeys of milk in the 19th century during a March 26 event. Back then, Littleton and the surrounding area was a jewel of the dairy industry, with more than 40 dairies, creameries and cheeseries along the South Platte River.
Theresa Wiberg, a strike captain and negotiator, stands outside the King Soopers store at 101 Englewood Pkwy where she has worked for 16 years.
Theresa Wiberg, a strike captain and negotiator, stands outside the King Soopers store at 101 Englewood Pkwy where she has worked for 16 years.
Mao Rilling, left, and Eren Riddo strike outside an Englewood King Soopers.
Mao Rilling, left, and Eren Riddo strike outside an Englewood King Soopers.
A striker outside a Littleton King Soopers store holds a sign urging people to shop elsewhere while workers strike for better wages and conditions.
A striker outside a Littleton King Soopers store holds a sign urging people to shop elsewhere while workers strike for better wages and conditions.
A monstrous clown welcomes visitors to Reinke Brothers. Photos taken as part of a feature article on a decades-old costume store and haunted house in metro Denver.
A monstrous clown welcomes visitors to Reinke Brothers. Photos taken as part of a feature article on a decades-old costume store and haunted house in metro Denver.
During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project.
During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project.
Rose Senat received a P-EBT card in April, giving her money to use on food for her children, who would otherwise be fed with free school lunches. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Rose Senat received a P-EBT card in April, giving her money to use on food for her children, who would otherwise be fed with free school lunches. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Rose Senat prepares a meal for her children with food she received from a food pantry. Before the pandemic, Senat said, she visited only one pantry each week. But with her husband’s hours cut and his pay reduced, she is now forced to frequent three to four pantries per week. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Rose Senat prepares a meal for her children with food she received from a food pantry. Before the pandemic, Senat said, she visited only one pantry each week. But with her husband’s hours cut and his pay reduced, she is now forced to frequent three to four pantries per week. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Senat, center, gathers with her daughters 8-year-old Kate, right, and 15-year-old Bianca, left for dinner. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Senat, center, gathers with her daughters 8-year-old Kate, right, and 15-year-old Bianca, left for dinner. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Tuba City, located on the Navajo Nation in northeast Arizona, is a food desert. With only one grocery store for the roughly 8,600-person town, many are forced to drive at least an hour for fresh food. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Tuba City, located on the Navajo Nation in northeast Arizona, is a food desert. With only one grocery store for the roughly 8,600-person town, many are forced to drive at least an hour for fresh food. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
The Hopi land of Moenkopi, Arizona, borders the Navajo Nation. Both are food deserts with a lack of fresh produce and an abundance of unhealthy fast food chains. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
The Hopi land of Moenkopi, Arizona, borders the Navajo Nation. Both are food deserts with a lack of fresh produce and an abundance of unhealthy fast food chains. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Calsie Sockyma, a member of the Hopi Tribe was trying to apply for SNAP benefits even before the pandemic. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Calsie Sockyma, a member of the Hopi Tribe was trying to apply for SNAP benefits even before the pandemic. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
At the height of the pandemic, the Glory Temple Ministries Pantry in North Miami, Florida, would feed up to 1,200 families a week. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
At the height of the pandemic, the Glory Temple Ministries Pantry in North Miami, Florida, would feed up to 1,200 families a week. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Rose Senat with her two children, waits for food at Good News Community Food Pantry in North Miami, Florida. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Rose Senat with her two children, waits for food at Good News Community Food Pantry in North Miami, Florida. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
An assortment of food is packed into boxes before distribution during an afternoon food drive at the Good News Community Food Pantry in North Miami, Florida. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
An assortment of food is packed into boxes before distribution during an afternoon food drive at the Good News Community Food Pantry in North Miami, Florida. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Calsie Sockyma reaches for an apricot on a plot of land her mother farms in Moenkopi, Arizona. Sockyma and her mother have turned to farming as a way to eat healthier in a food desert. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Calsie Sockyma reaches for an apricot on a plot of land her mother farms in Moenkopi, Arizona. Sockyma and her mother have turned to farming as a way to eat healthier in a food desert. During summer 2021, I worked as a News21 fellow to investigate how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated food insecurity across the U.S. for our "Unmasking America" project. Photos taken as part of an in-depth report on COVID-19's impact on food insecurity across the United States.
Twenty-year-old University of Colorado Boulder student Shay Mannik stands next to a Boulder County Ballot drop box. Ahead of the 2020 General Election, I spoke with young, first-time presidential voters about their hopes, fears and pressure. Photo taken as part of a feature story on the hopes, fears and pressure facing young voters in 2020.
Twenty-year-old University of Colorado Boulder student Shay Mannik stands next to a Boulder County Ballot drop box. Ahead of the 2020 General Election, I spoke with young, first-time presidential voters about their hopes, fears and pressure. Photo taken as part of a feature story on the hopes, fears and pressure facing young voters in 2020.
For 4/20, I wrote an intimate feature article about Denver's International Church of Cannabis.
For 4/20, I wrote an intimate feature article about Denver's International Church of Cannabis.
A member of CU Boulder's South Asian Student Association performs during "Colors of South Asia," a student-led cultural event.
A member of CU Boulder's South Asian Student Association performs during "Colors of South Asia," a student-led cultural event.
I covered the third consecutive Womxn's March in downtown Denver, which was first spurred after the election of Donald Trump in 2016.
I covered the third consecutive Womxn's March in downtown Denver, which was first spurred after the election of Donald Trump in 2016.