Misinformation fiasco drives suspected wolf poachers to Pitkin County ranch
A storm of wolf release misinformation struck the Western Slope over the past three weeks, culminating in an erroneous article claiming a batch of wolves was released on a Pitkin County ranch.
‘I’m concerned about the secrecy’: As more wolves come to Colorado, Western Slope lawmakers react with trepidation
As Colorado Parks and Wildlife carries out its second gray wolf release in just over a year, Western Slope lawmakers continue to raise concerns with the agency around transparency and preparedness.
Vail Resorts says profits are up and skier visits are down as it faces more legal problems
Vail Resorts issued its annual early season update to investors on Thursday, reporting that season-to-date total skier visits through Jan. 5 are down 0.3% compared to the same period last season. But total lift ticket revenue is...
Impaired driving enforcement heightened along Colorado Highway 82
Heightened impaired driving enforcement will occur across Pitkin and Eagle counties on Colorado Highway 82 starting Friday, according to a Colorado State Patrol news release.
Why Colorado teachers are leaving: Low pay, high stress, and safety concerns
Nearly half of Colorado educators are considering leaving the profession, according to a recent survey. Their reasons — insufficient funds, autonomy and safety — are precisely what the Colorado Education Association intends to ask from lawmakers in 2025.
Another Aspen City Council candidate drops out of race
City Council Candidate Maryann Pitt has officially withdrawn from the race.
Entrance to Aspen: What are the next steps?
Consultants from Jacobs Engineering recently outlined their approach to preparing for a potential Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
The school’s ‘best exam’: Over 100 Aspen students take geology final on Buttermilk summit
The Elks, explained ski-gear clad geology teacher Marc Whitley, illustrate the geological features the students studied this semester.
Affordable Aspen art studio in need of repairs
The Aspen Art Vault, formerly known as The Aspen Art Studios, located at 225 N. Mill St., stands as a beacon of creativity in a town where affordable art spaces are disappearing.
Witness testifies that Denver-based influencer David Lesh ‘initiated’ fight that led to his trial on assault charges
Editor’s note: Unless individuals hold positions of public trust or there is imminent danger of harm to the public (e.g., active shooter) or there is an exceptional circumstance, suspects arrested/charged will not be named/identified until...
Cold temperatures coming to Aspen
Aspen experienced the coldest temperatures of the season over the weekend as an arctic air mass pushed south from Canada late Saturday into early Sunday.
PHOTOS: Downhill Costume Contest highlights Aspen Gay Ski Week
Aspen Gay Ski Week reached its peak on Friday with the annual Downhill Costume Contest from the base of Aspen Mountain.
Carbondale native Patrick Keleher debuts in television with ‘The Rookie’
Carbondale native Patrick Keleher on Jan. 7 made his television debut as a reoccurring guest star in Season 7 of "The Rookie" on ABC. He plays Seth, a new rookie who seems adept, but, as it turns out, quick, decisive action doesn't come to him naturally.
Pitkin County sees uptick in illness but still remains at lower rates than past two years
The holiday rise in cases may be waning, but upcoming events, including the upcoming holiday weekend and X Games, could lead to another spike.
Saddle Sore: The story behind Lenny Thomas and his Aspen pool
Grabbed a bucket at the bottom of the gondola and who follows me in but Doug Kinsley, Aspen Mountain ambassador and sometimes raconteur, brother of Michael, and pleasant fellow to visit with. Good skier. It’s...