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Founded in 1881,The Aspen Times is the oldest and most-trusted print news outlet in Pitkin County, Colorado
Founded in 1881,The Aspen Times is the oldest and most-trusted print news outlet in Pitkin County, Colorado
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies has announced their lineup of speakers for the winter season alongside their community programming.
ACES announces winter programming
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies has announced their lineup of speakers for the winter season alongside their community programming.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies has announced their lineup of speakers for the winter season alongside their community programming.
In downtown Aspen, where red, sandstone streets invite strolls, and vibrant shopfronts beckon visitors, a new musical hotspot is about to change the town’s cultural landscape.
New Paul JAS Center opens Dec. 19
Editor’s note: A version of this story was featured inside Winter in Aspen & Snowmass 2025-26, an annual magazine published by The Aspen Times. Find it on newsstands now, or read the e-edition here. I...
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December 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
In downtown Aspen, where red, sandstone streets invite strolls, and vibrant shopfronts beckon visitors, a new musical hotspot is about to change the town’s cultural landscape.
The 2026 Aspen Laugh Festival will take place from March 11 to 15 at the Wheeler Opera House, with presale tickets available beginning at noon on Dec. 18.
The 2026 Aspen Laugh Festival: Lineup unveiled
The 2026 Aspen Laugh Festival will take place from March 11 to 15 at the Wheeler Opera House, with presale tickets available beginning at noon on Dec. 18.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
The 2026 Aspen Laugh Festival will take place from March 11 to 15 at the Wheeler Opera House, with presale tickets available beginning at noon on Dec. 18.
Aspen One is stuck between a rock and a hard place.
Snowmass Council currently lacks votes for Aspen One housing approval
Aspen Skiing Company is stuck between a rock and a hard place. Snowmass Town Council disagrees on whether or not to approve a proposed 30-unit workforce housing project, called SHOP, for Aspen Skiing ...
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December 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Aspen One is stuck between a rock and a hard place.
The Transportation Coalition for the 21st Century has arrived at a unanimous consensus for what their congestion mitigation recommendation is for traffic in and out of Aspen.
Fees could be the key to reducing Highway 82 congestion, according to local citizen’s initiative
The Transportation Coalition for the 21st Century has arrived at a unanimous consensus for what their congestion mitigation recommendation is for traffic in and out of Aspen.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:09 PM
The Transportation Coalition for the 21st Century has arrived at a unanimous consensus for what their congestion mitigation recommendation is for traffic in and out of Aspen.
The Colorado State Patrol is upping its enforcement of driving under the influence laws through the holiday season.
Colorado State Patrol to up DUI enforcement through Christmas holiday
The Colorado State Patrol is upping its enforcement of driving under the influence laws through the holiday season. The statewide enforcement efforts will run through Christmas Day, Dec. 25, according...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:59 AM
The Colorado State Patrol is upping its enforcement of driving under the influence laws through the holiday season.
When Colorado voters passed Proposition 114 in 2020, it not only initiated the state’s reintroduction of gray wolves but also required Colorado Parks and Wildlife to help producers prevent wolf conflict and pay ranchers fair compensation for livestock losses.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is attempting to clarify the process for ranchers seeking compensation for wolf-related losses
When Colorado voters passed Proposition 114 in 2020, it not only initiated the state’s reintroduction of gray wolves but also required Colorado Parks and Wildlife to help producers prevent wolf confli...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:58 AM
When Colorado voters passed Proposition 114 in 2020, it not only initiated the state’s reintroduction of gray wolves but also required Colorado Parks and Wildlife to help producers prevent wolf conflict and pay ranchers fair compensation for livestock losses.
Colorado state officials have announced nearly $10 million in funding for outdoor recreation, conservation, and climate resilience, including millions for Western Slope organizations and initiatives.
Gov. Polis announces nearly $10 million to support outdoor recreation and conservation, including millions for northwest Colorado initiatives
Colorado state officials have announced nearly $10 million in funding for outdoor recreation, conservation, and climate resilience, including millions for Western Slope organizations and initiatives. ...
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December 18, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Colorado state officials have announced nearly $10 million in funding for outdoor recreation, conservation, and climate resilience, including millions for Western Slope organizations and initiatives.
Hotel Jerome is launching a picturesque winter ice rink for winter.
Hotel Jerome unveils Winter Ice Rink
Hotel Jerome is launching a picturesque winter ice rink for winter.
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December 18, 2025 at 12:58 AM
Hotel Jerome is launching a picturesque winter ice rink for winter.
What happens when an award-winning, multifaceted mimic adds rock ‘n’ roll to his repertoire?
Born to perform: Hank Azaria celebrates Bruce Springsteen at Aspen’s Wheeler Opera House
Six-time Emmy Award winner, Screen Actors Guild Award winner, and Tony Award nominee Hank Azaria and the EZ Street Band will keep the holiday spirit alive with
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December 17, 2025 at 4:09 AM
What happens when an award-winning, multifaceted mimic adds rock ‘n’ roll to his repertoire?
Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club will host the Holiday Classic FIS giant slalom men and women ski races, a part of the Colorado Cup Series, on Wednesday, Dec. 17, and Thursday, Dec. 18, at its Stapleton Training Center at Aspen Highlands.
AVSC to host Holiday Classic FIS giant slalom races at Highlands
AVSC anticipates 150 athletes will compete from regional clubs, college teams like DU, University of Colorado, and Utah, and possible U.S. ski team members.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:08 AM
Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club will host the Holiday Classic FIS giant slalom men and women ski races, a part of the Colorado Cup Series, on Wednesday, Dec. 17, and Thursday, Dec. 18, at its Stapleton Training Center at Aspen Highlands.
The end of an era has finally come, as Old Snowmass’ St. Benedict’s Monastery, owned since 1956 by Trappist monks, sold.
St. Benedict’s Monastery sells for $120 million to Palantir CEO Alex Karp
The end of an era has finally come, as Old Snowmass’ St. Benedict’s Monastery, owned since 1956 by Trappist monks, sold.
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December 17, 2025 at 4:08 AM
The end of an era has finally come, as Old Snowmass’ St. Benedict’s Monastery, owned since 1956 by Trappist monks, sold.
Gov. Jared Polis announced J.B. Holston will be stepping in as the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s next executive director following Angie Paccione’s exit in January.
Polis announces new executive director for Colorado’s higher education department
Gov. Jared Polis announced J.B. Holston will be stepping in as the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s next executive director following Angie Paccione’s exit in January. Paccione, who will be r...
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December 16, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Gov. Jared Polis announced J.B. Holston will be stepping in as the Colorado Department of Higher Education’s next executive director following Angie Paccione’s exit in January.
PARC Aspen has unveiled the second edition of its exclusive Single Barrel Bourbon crafted in collaboration with Woody Creek Distillers: an 11-year, Bottled-in-Bond Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon.
PARC Aspen, Woody Creek Distillers unveil exclusive 11-year bourbon
PARC Aspen has unveiled the second edition of its exclusive Single Barrel Bourbon crafted in collaboration with Woody Creek Distillers: an 11-year, Bottled-in-Bond Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:34 AM
PARC Aspen has unveiled the second edition of its exclusive Single Barrel Bourbon crafted in collaboration with Woody Creek Distillers: an 11-year, Bottled-in-Bond Single Barrel Wheated Bourbon.
The Aspen-Basalt and Mountain Valley Mobile Home Parks became resident-owned communities after they purchased the ground underneath their homes in October following the previous owner’s sale listing of the two parks in March.
Rent remains steady at recently purchased mobile home parks — until late spring 2026
The Aspen-Basalt and Mountain Valley Mobile Home Parks became resident-owned communities after they purchased the ground underneath their homes in October following the previous owner's sale listing o...
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December 16, 2025 at 5:34 AM
The Aspen-Basalt and Mountain Valley Mobile Home Parks became resident-owned communities after they purchased the ground underneath their homes in October following the previous owner’s sale listing of the two parks in March.
In 20 years of piano lessons, Chloe Flower realized she had never learned a piece of music written by a woman. Now, the renowned pianist and composer is changing the musical landscape with a holiday concert focused on music by women composers.
Chloe Flower celebrates female composers in Aspen holiday concert
In 20 years of piano lessons, Chloe Flower realized she had never learned a piece of music written by a woman. Now, the renowned pianist and composer is changing the musical landscape with a holiday c...
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December 16, 2025 at 5:33 AM
In 20 years of piano lessons, Chloe Flower realized she had never learned a piece of music written by a woman. Now, the renowned pianist and composer is changing the musical landscape with a holiday concert focused on music by women composers.
Thirty percent of recent vehicle crashes in the Roaring Fork Valley were due to wildlife-vehicle collisions, resulting in an estimated $5.2 million of damage.
Roaring Fork Safe Passages discusses plans with Aspen
Thirty percent of recent vehicle crashes in the Roaring Fork Valley were due to wildlife-vehicle collisions, resulting in an estimated $5.2 million of damage.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:32 AM
Thirty percent of recent vehicle crashes in the Roaring Fork Valley were due to wildlife-vehicle collisions, resulting in an estimated $5.2 million of damage.
The Colorado Bureau of Land Management office has opened a public comment period for oil and gas leases in Colorado.
Colorado Bureau of Land Management proposes new oil and gas lease sales
The Colorado Bureau of Land Management office has opened a public comment period for oil and gas leases in Colorado. On Dec. 9, the office announced that it would start a 30-day public scoping period...
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December 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The Colorado Bureau of Land Management office has opened a public comment period for oil and gas leases in Colorado.
Earlier this week, Colorado meteorologists all had the same question on their mind: Where is the snow?
Some Colorado mountain ski towns could see a snowy Christmas amid warm, dry forecast ahead
Earlier this week, Colorado meteorologists all had the same question on their mind: Where is the snow?
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December 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Earlier this week, Colorado meteorologists all had the same question on their mind: Where is the snow?
The 74th annual Wintersköl kicked off Thursday and will run through Sunday, Dec. 14, with events happening across Aspen and Snowmass.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: Dec. 12-18
Arts and Entertainment Agenda: Dec. 12-18
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December 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The 74th annual Wintersköl kicked off Thursday and will run through Sunday, Dec. 14, with events happening across Aspen and Snowmass.
Aspen Snowmass is inviting the community and visitors to celebrate the grand opening of the new Elk Camp high-speed six-pack lift on Friday, Dec. 12, at Snowmass Ski Area.
Aspen Snowmass announces Elk Camp lift grand opening
Aspen Snowmass, New Elk Camp lift opening
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December 12, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Aspen Snowmass is inviting the community and visitors to celebrate the grand opening of the new Elk Camp high-speed six-pack lift on Friday, Dec. 12, at Snowmass Ski Area.
As federal health care subsidies barrel toward expiration, a bipartisan group of 35 U.S. lawmakers is calling on leaders in the House and Senate to hold a vote on extending the benefits before the end of next week.
Colorado Republican among bipartisan group in Congress pressuring leaders for a vote on health care subsidies
As federal health care subsidies barrel toward expiration, a bipartisan group of 35 U.S. lawmakers is calling on leaders in the House and Senate to hold a vote on extending the benefits before the end...
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December 9, 2025 at 10:57 PM
As federal health care subsidies barrel toward expiration, a bipartisan group of 35 U.S. lawmakers is calling on leaders in the House and Senate to hold a vote on extending the benefits before the end of next week.
Looking for a creative way to spend a night out?
Aspen’s Buddy Program is ‘all about the gingerbread’
The inaugural 2025 Buddy Program's
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December 9, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Looking for a creative way to spend a night out?
As a part of the city of Aspen’s “Commit to Tomorrow” sustainability campaign, Aspen is launching a new youth ambassador program for local residents under the age of 24.
Aspen opens applications for climate action youth ambassador program
As a part of the city of Aspen's
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December 9, 2025 at 10:56 PM
As a part of the city of Aspen’s “Commit to Tomorrow” sustainability campaign, Aspen is launching a new youth ambassador program for local residents under the age of 24.
Leaders from Aspen Public Radio joined those from KSUT Public Radio, Colorado Public Radio, and NPR in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 4 to appear in the United States District Court in the District of Columbia for the hearing on their lawsuit.
Aspen Public Radio joins other Colorado stations to challenge executive order in DC
Leaders from Aspen Public Radio joined those from KSUT Public Radio, Colorado Public Radio, and NPR in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 4 to appear in the United States District Court in the District of Colum...
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December 9, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Leaders from Aspen Public Radio joined those from KSUT Public Radio, Colorado Public Radio, and NPR in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 4 to appear in the United States District Court in the District of Columbia for the hearing on their lawsuit.