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The town of Basalt is warning the community of scam emails that might be circulating asking residents and applicants for projects to submit payments on an attached invoice.

Basalt warns of scam emails impersonating town employees

The town of Basalt is warning the community of scam emails that might be circulating asking residents and applicants for projects to submit payments on an attached invoice.

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 20h

A&E Agenda: Oct. 10-15

‘An Evening with Dead Floyd’ at Belly Up Aspen, Oct. 10 What happens when you blend the psychedelic improvisation of Grateful Dead music with Pink Floyd’s cosmic soundscape? Dead Floyd, one of Colorad...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 20h

Pitkin County is now accepting applications for the Low-Income Property Tax Relief Program, which was designed in collaboration with Aspen Valley Hospital with the aim of alleviating the financial burden on homeowners as property values rise.

Applications open for Pitkin County’s Low-Income Property Tax Relief Program

Pitkin County is now accepting applications for the Low-Income Property Tax Relief Program, which was designed in collaboration with Aspen Valley Hospital with the aim of alleviating the financial bur...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 20h

Pitkin County Commissioners heard a request to endorse ballot measure 7B on Wednesday, which would extend an expiring 1.08 mill levy that helps Basalt Regional Library pay employee wages, keep up with building maintenance, and fund library services without raising taxes.

Pitkin County endorses measure 7B, noting strengths of Basalt Library

Pitkin County Commissioners heard a request to endorse ballot measure 7B Wednesday, which would extend an expiring 1.08 mill levy that helps Basalt Regional Library pay employee wages, keep up with bu...

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Colorado ranchers are now eligible to receive compensation for veterinary care they administer to livestock and livestock guardian animals following wolf attacks.

Rancher-administered vet care for wolf-related injuries in Colorado is now eligible for compensation

Colorado ranchers are now eligible to receive compensation for veterinary care they administer to livestock and livestock guardian animals following wolf attacks. Previously, producers were only eli...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 20h

Alexandra Sandoval will never forget the look on a child’s face after he was told he didn’t have enough money to buy a meal at school.

Colorado school districts support free meals programs to keep kids fed

A statewide ballot measure could expand free school meals in Colorado, aiming to keep kids fed and ready to learn.

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 20h

Wine is many things.

WineInk: Wine — it’s a process

Wine is many things. It is a product of nature. It is a scientific construct. It is poetry in a glass. And the wine you and I will drink today is the result of a...

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Tell me you think that Juan killed Hunter without saying, “I think Juan killed Hunter.”

Lo-Fidelity: Breaking news — Hunter S. Thompson still dead

Tell me you think that Juan killed Hunter without saying, “I think Juan killed Hunter.” That was my takeaway from last week’s front-page-news article: “Authorities give insight into review of Hunter ...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 20h

Two Aspen suspects of a multi-day kidnapping in July were released from the Pitkin County Jail earlier this month after meeting bond.

Aspen kidnapping suspects released from Pitkin County Jail

Two Aspen suspects of a multi-day kidnapping in July were released from the Pitkin County Jail earlier this month after meeting bond.

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A home in Old Snowmass burned on Wednesday night, resulting in a “total loss.”

Old Snowmass house burns in fire, ‘considered a total loss’

A home in Old Snowmass burned Wednesday night, resulting in a “total loss.”

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Day by day, nail by nail, Austin Reese is hammering away at what will soon be his new home in the high country.

Colorado housing nonprofits worried about potential loss of USDA loan program that has been a ‘miracle’ for rural homebuyers

Day by day, nail by nail, Austin Reese is hammering away at what will soon be his new home in the high country. Reese, who works for the Colorado State Forest Service’s Granby office, bought...

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The Snowmass Village Post Office will be closed for five to seven days beginning on Oct. 24 — 11 days before the Nov. 4 election — which officials worry could make it harder for Snowmass residents to vote.

Snowmass post office to close days before election

The Snowmass Village Post Office will be closed for five to seven days beginning on Oct. 24 — 11 days before the Nov. 4 election — which officials worry could make it harder for Snowmass residents to ...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 5d

Wildlife is on the move as the winter migration season begins, so Colorado drivers need to pay extra attention.

Colorado drivers warned to keep eye out for migrating animals during busiest time of year for wildlife collisions

Wildlife is on the move as the winter migration season begins, so Colorado drivers need to pay extra attention. Collisions between wildlife and vehicles increase this time of year, especially between ...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 5d

The city of Aspen has announced a monthly newsletter aimed at providing the public with updates on city operations, decisions, and community initiatives.

Aspen launches monthly public newsletter

The city of Aspen has announced a monthly newsletter aimed at providing the public with updates on city operations, decisions, and community initiatives.

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This summer saw what officials are considering an “average” number of animal bites in Pitkin County, with vaccinations across the board helping mitigate disease.

Pitkin County shares animal bite exposure data for summer

This summer saw what officials are considering an “average” number of animal bites in Pitkin County, with vaccinations across the board helping mitigate disease.

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 5d

Educators, staff, and community supporters will gather on Wednesday to support Aspen School District’s funding-oriented ballot measures.

Aspen educators to show support for ASD ballot measures

Educator’s, staff, and community supporters will gather Wednesday to support Aspen School District's funding-oriented ballot measures.

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 5d

After years of shaping Aspen’s political landscape, Michael Kinsley is now capturing the physical landscape in his latest art exhibition, “Fluid Landscapes,” which opened Oct. 3, and is on display through Oct. 30 at the Carbondale Arts Gallery, open weekdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

From Pitkin County commissioner to canvas: Kinsley’s artistic evolution on display

After years of shaping Aspen’s political landscape, Michael Kinsley is now capturing the physical landscape in his latest art exhibition, “Fluid Landscapes,” which opened Oct. 3, and is on display thr...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 5d

With snow starting to fall in Colorado, law enforcement officers are ensuring that commercial motor vehicles are complying with the state’s commercial vehicle chain law.

Colorado State Patrol troopers hand out 50 citations for chain law violations during enforcement operation

With snow starting to fall in Colorado, law enforcement officers are ensuring that commercial motor vehicles are complying with the state’s commercial vehicle chain law. The Colorado State Patrol and ...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 5d

On Friday, Oct. 3, at approximately 2:40 p.m., the Pitkin County Regional Emergency Dispatch Center received a report of an 80-year-old hiker who sustained a rib injury while hiking on the lower part of the Thomas Lakes Trail, according to a PitkinAlert press release.

Simultaneous rescues on Friday keep Mountain Rescue Aspen busy

On Friday, Oct. 3, at approximately 2:40 p.m., the Pitkin County Regional Emergency Dispatch Center received a report of an 80-year-old hiker who sustained a rib injury while hiking on the lower part ...

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The Aspen Fire Protection District was dispatched around 3:38 p.m. Sunday after multiple callers reported visible smoke on the backside of Red Mountain near the Lenado area, behind the Starwood neighborhood.

Wildfire reported between Woody Creek, Starwood neighborhood

The Aspen Fire Protection District was dispatched around 3:38 p.m. Sunday after multiple callers reported visible smoke on the backside of Red Mountain near the Lenado area, behind the Starwood neighb...

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Colorado’s ski season may see a later start this winter as unusually warm Pacific Ocean temperatures and a budding La Niña are forecast to delay snowfall across much of the Rockies.

Colorado skiers may need to wait longer for snow this winter

Colorado’s ski season may see a later start this winter as unusually warm Pacific Ocean temperatures and a budding La Niña are forecast to delay snowfall across much of the Rockies. The consensus thus...

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The Basalt Education Foundation, a nonprofit that fundraises for Basalt public schools, is hosting a school board candidates’ forum next week on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Basalt Middle School auditorium.

Basalt Education Foundation to host School Board Candidates’ forum next week

The Basalt Education Foundation, a nonprofit that fundraises for Basalt public schools, is hosting a school board candidates' forum next week on Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Basalt Middle S...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 7d

As the recent government shutdown is compromising operations for a large swath of the U.S. Forest Service, the iconic Maroon Bells location outside of Aspen has received an “exception” from the federal government for employees to keep it open to visitors, at least through next week.

Maroon Bells receives federal ‘exception’ to keep area open, for now

As the recent government shutdown is compromising operations for a large swath of the U.S. Forest Service, the iconic Maroon Bells location outside of Aspen has received an “exception” for employees t...

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The Aspen Times @theaspentimes.bsky.social · 7d

Colorado voters will decide on two ballot initiatives this November that aim to bolster funding for the state’s Healthy School Meals for All program.

Colorado’s free school meals program is back on the ballot this November. Here are 4 things to know

Editor’s note: This story was updated to correct that most, but not all, school districts participate in the Healthy School Meals for All program. Colorado voters will decide on two ballot initiatives...

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For some local high schoolers, flying might take precedence to driving.

3rd annual Aspen Flight Academy gala returns

For some local high schoolers, flying might take precedence to driving.

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