Jason Charme

2 weeks ago | aspendailynews.com | Jason Charme

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2 weeks ago | aspendailynews.com | Jason Charme

Independence Pass, the section of Highway 82 between Aspen and Twin Lakes, is set to open at 4 p.m. Thursday. Colorado Department of Transportation spokesperson Chuck Marsh said the roadway is clear of snow and debris but that crews are still working to repair guardrails. The decision to open the pass on Thursday was made by CDOT officials on Tuesday afternoon, he said. Avalanche mitigation was performed on May 12.

2 weeks ago | aspendailynews.com | Jason Charme

Matthew Fox of Woody Creek races ahead of the pack to win the Ride for the Pass bicycle competition on Saturday morning. The annual race that raises money annually for the Independence Pass Foundation goes from the Highway 82 winter gate east of Aspen to the Independence Ghost Town about 10 miles away.

2 weeks ago | aspendailynews.com | Jason Charme

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the rebranding of Aspen Valley Hospital to Aspen Valley Health was held Friday at the facility’s main entrance and in culmination with the completion of a 19-year, four-phase modernization project. Hospital administrators, staff, doctors and board members attended the ceremony.

2 weeks ago | aspendailynews.com | Jason Charme

Family members and friends on Friday cheer on the Aspen High School boys lacrosse squad as they walk toward the team bus for a road trip to the University of Denver to play in the Class 4A state semi-final matchup. The Skiers will take on Air Academy at 12:30 p.m today.