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Trump’s Alien Registration Requirement went into effect in April and requires Colorado noncitizens to carry proof of registration or risk deportation — though a Western Slope attorney warns it impacts more than just immigrants

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A rockfall mitigation project will result in traffic holds throughout the summer near Carbondale on Colorado Highway 82.

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Best Buddies Roaring Fork Valley will host its second annual Movie Night on Wednesday, May 15, at the JCC Aspen.

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The Gentlemen of Aspen Rugby Club’s quest for a 10th national championship came up short this past weekend with a loss in the men’s Division II quarterfinals, played in Springfield, Missouri.

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The Wheeler Opera House will present Roaring Fork Rising, a new performance series designed to showcase local talent on Fridays and Saturdays beginning in mid-May.

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Snowmass will improve the pedestrian link between the Snowmass Center and the Base Village.

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Pitkin County is hiring two seasonal employees to help fill the gap in White River National Forest enforcement this summer, but it likely won’t be enough in the long run

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Significantly reduced staff means significantly reduced capacity by the U.S. Forest Service, which will have noticeable impacts in the Roaring Fork Valley this summer.

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From the entrance to Aspen to the exit as you head toward Independence Pass, you might not know that you’re passing dozens of buildings that have been moved, raised, or otherwise altered from their original location.

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Playoffs? Yes, let’s talk about playoffs.

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A bill to allow private companies to sell and install tire chains for drivers and truckers along icy stretches of Interstate 70 and other mountain roads is on its way to the governor’s desk after clearing the statehouse last week.

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Winners of the 22nd Annual Fraser Creative Writing Contest, which includes Aspen Elementary School third and fourth grade students, were named late last week.

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Aspen City Council convened examined the evolving financial and logistical landscape of the Lift One Corridor project, with particular emphasis on the Willoughby Park component.

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If you live in the Basalt area, now is a great time to rake your lawn, pick up dead and leaves branches, and clean up your garden because the town is offering a yard waste collection program this week.

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Colorado travel experts say western mountain resorts finished the season with softer visitation numbers than they had hoped — a product of uneven snow conditions, controversial economic policies and holiday scheduling.

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Local districts say they are reeling from property tax cuts, increased calls for service and a struggle to recruit firefighters

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Architectural experts Alan Ford, of Ford Architects, and Andrea Korber will discuss best practices for designing learning spaces for children during a talk and panel focusing on Ford’s newly published third book, “Creating the Regenerative School.”

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The Aspen Recreation Department is relaunching the Aspen parkrun series on Saturday, May 3, inviting residents and visitors to take part in a free, weekly 5K that showcases one of the city’s most scenic corridors.

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Four potential tax increases and renewals headed to November ballot

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One of Colorado’s new laws introduces sweeping restrictions on the manufacture, sale, and ownership of certain semiautomatic firearms and devices designed to increase firing speed. It represents one of the most significant overhauls to firearm regulation in state history.

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The flagship Western-wear store will be offering up to 50% discounts with the aim of fostering a stronger community of local patrons

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The Old Snowmass resident vies for Colorado's 3rd Congressional District

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The Aspen Music Festival and School president and CEO Alan Fletcher has been granted membership into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, according to a Wednesday announcement.

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The Aspen Chamber Resort Association will be updating its visitor center in the Aspen Airport during off-season, with bigger plans that align with the airport’s major redevelopment to come

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Some ideas are timeless.

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The Roaring Fork Valley’s Rio Grande Railroad will potentially be seen for the last time as the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority commences plans to remove it this year.

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Over this past school year, third graders from Two Rivers Community School in Glenwood Springs have watched as their little rainbow trout went from eggs to fingerlings — essentially baby trout — inside a tank in their classroom.

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Colorado’s job postings surged by nearly double the national rate during the first quarter of 2025, pointing to a strong start to the year — but experts can’t say the same for their predictions going into quarter two.

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Coming all the way from Lagos, Nigeria, Grammy-nominated artist Seun Kuti and his incendiary band Egypt 80 will perform at 8 p.m. May 10 at The Arts Campus at Willits in Basalt.

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Updates have now been officially implemented to a Pitkin County code meant to encourage building smaller and more energy-efficient single-family home developments.

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Jazz Aspen Snowmass’ Student Showcase will celebrate the life and legacy of the late Mark Johnson on International Jazz Day with a free concert from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, at The Arts Campus in Willits.

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Legislation passed by the Colorado House could deliver critical support to fire departments across the state, including Pitkin County and the Aspen Fire Protection District.

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The agency is revamping its 2015 strategic plan, which serves as a roadmap for how it manages wildlife, parks and outdoor recreation

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As the U.S. Forest Service faces staffing shortages, a local initiative to keep Independence Pass vault toilets open aims to improve the crappy situation

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19-year-old AVSC product will head to Freeride World Tour

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Stories in this list received the most page views on aspentimes.com from April 21-28.

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The singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist is slated for May 16 performance in Willits

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The 10th Annual Pristine Riders Trash Crush is inviting volunteers to a morning of community clean-up and environmental stewardship in the Aspen area on Friday, May 23.

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Current Deputy Chief of Operations Jake Andersen likely to be stepping into the new position in August

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Lawmakers were ultimately able to avoid steep cuts to Medicaid and K-12 education by reducing spending on transit infrastructure and social programs

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The Aspen-Pitkin County Airport will be closed for 27 days for shoulder season maintenance that primarily includes pavement improvement. The closure runs from Monday, May 5, until June 1.

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The end is near for the spring sports teams, with the regular season wrapping up this week for most. Here’s how things stand as postseason realities begin to take root.

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One of the Roaring Fork Valley’s primary sources of “multi-modal” transportation is about to make its seasonal return upvalley, particularly in downtown Aspen and Snowmass Village.

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Sitting on a patio at The Arts Center at Willits, three teens brainstorm ideas with their mentor.

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Artificial Intelligence will not replace teachers, but lesson plans will never be the same.

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Local photographer Jeremy Joseph’s new artwork is eye-catching — literally. His new iris photography business launched on Feb. 28 and will be hosting a photography event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 4 at the Mother’s Day Market at The Art Center in Willits.

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The iconic Mexican restaurant will close in September

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From rental to resale: what buyers and sellers should know about the spring shift in Colorado's ski property market

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Spring fishing along the Roaring Fork, Fryingpan, and Crystal rivers offers a dynamic and rewarding experience, shaped by seasonal runoff, spawning cycles, and new conservation designations.

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