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High Points: Fund the drive
Summary by Aspen News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Paul E. Anna Follow , Aspen Times
· July 23, 2026
· 3 min read
There are a few good things about being a car commuter in this Valley. First of all, Highway 82 is one big, beautiful road if you take the time to look around. Second, it’s not an interstate. Finally, the road is in pretty good shape, or at least better than I-70 between New Castle and Silt. What...
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Key takeaway Finally, the road is in pretty good shape, or at least better than I-70 between New Castle and Silt.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: Aspen Times ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? There are a few good things about being a car commuter in this Valley. First of all, Highway 82 is one big, beautiful road if you take the time to look around. Second, it’s not an interstate. Finally, the road is in pretty good shape, or at least better than I-70 between New Castle and Silt. What...
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