Influenza strikes early, often in Aspen

Local doctors and health clinics have seen a spike in the number of sick people they are seeing with either nasty colds or full-blown cases of Influenza in recent weeks.

The increase in cases began around the Christmas and New Year holidays as tourists arrived and families gathered indoors. “Flu season normally arrives a little later in the winter season,” said Pitkin County Director of Community Health Services Liz Stark. “The...
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New winter menu at Plato's restaurant

Plato's restaurant, located at the Aspen Meadows Resort, is introducing a fresh, new menu for the 2013 winter season.

Plato’s is an intimate dining experience accentuated with floor-to-ceiling windows offering sweeping views of the Rocky Mountains. Executive Chef Todd Slossberg creates contemporary cuisine using sustainable and fresh ingredients; his creations offer l...
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The return of Widespread Panic: Aspen favorite ends hiatus, announces Southern, MidWest spring tour

Nashville, Tenn. – After a yearlong hiatus, Widespread Panic has announced dates for their much-anticipated 2013 Spring Tour. The tour marks the first time the legendary sextet will tour featuring their full electric set up since 2011. To help celebrate the long-awaited return to the road, Widespread Panic will include intimate, fan favorite venues during select stops this...
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Snow piling up on Aspen's ski mountains

It's been a banner week for snow in the Aspen area.

Storm after storm has transformed the upper Roaring Fork Valley's four ski resorts — Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk - into winter wonderlands.

The Aspen Skiing Co. reports its mountains have received nearly two feet of snow (20 inches) over the last week. Ski patrollers continue to drop ropes, opening new terrain.Other state ski resorts have also receiv...
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