A difficult summer is being experienced in the area, with various unfortunate events occurring. The year started with the death of Bob Weir, followed by Bo Nix breaking his ankle and Lindsey Vonn's serious injury at the Olympics.

Low snowpack, drought, and wildfires have also been issues. Recently, the community has been dealing with a diarrhea outbreak, described as "explosive diarrhea" or a "pant-demic".

Further information about the outbreak, including details about the parasite causing it, is available through the Aspen Times.