Safety concerns are being addressed on a local road. A narrow county road is used by residents, ranchers, and outdoor enthusiasts. It spans from a state highway to a saddle near a notable landmark, intersecting with other roads. The road is managed jointly by two counties.
Conflicts have been reported on this road, particularly involving cyclists. Vehicle speeds have increased, leading to close calls. Further information on the situation and proposed solutions can be found through official reports submitted to county commissioners.
Details on potential safety interventions were discussed by county officials, focusing on a specific road that sees various types of traffic.
Funding from the county will stop after 2027. The Town of Silt, the City of Rifle and the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority are working to find a more permanent funding solution....
Eagle County is reviewing the final details of its new zoning plan. One group in Missouri Heights is mostly happy with the updates, but it worries the changes could open the door for more development in El Jebel....
The Roaring Fork Conservancy is one of several local employers that have purchased a mix of deed-restricted and free-market condos to rent to staff in a new apartment complex in Basalt. Matthew Anderson, who works for the conservancy, will be one of the first residents to move in...
Rain falls along North Creek Road in Beulah Wednesday. Thunderstorms that might have been normally mitigated by healthy forest inundated creeks in the area resulting in flash flooding due to the impact of the Aspen Acres fire. (Mike Sweeney, Special to The Colorado Sun) " data-im...
A new report identifies gaps in food assistance across Pitkin, Garfield and Eagle counties. The analysis suggests expanding mobile food banks, emergency food bags and home-delivery services could help address the issue....
Updated federal requirements are driving up costs for the entrance to Aspen reevaluation. Aspen City Council will review significant project updates on Sept. 22....
An intersection near Basalt Elementary and Middle schools is getting an upgrade to make it safer for pedestrians. A local Girl Scout troop helped design the changes, including a rainbow crosswalk and revamped pedestrian bridge....
Dancers for DanceAspen rehearse “A Boléro,” choreographed by Samantha Lynch, a principal dancer with the Norwegian National Ballet. The AspenDance performance on Aug. 27, 2026, will mark the first time the piece is performed outside of Oslo, Norway. (Courtesy DanceAspen) " data-l...
