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Crystal River

Posted inColumns, Opinion

Thoughts on Janeway and Wild and Scenic designation

by Guest Column November 1, 2023November 28, 2023

Guest Opinion by David Johnson Editor’s note, David Johnson is the owner of Crystal Fly Shop.  I’m writing to express my belief that a Crystal River augmentation project with a […]

Posted inEnvironment

Crystal River committee hosts community summit, Oct. 26

by Raleigh Burleigh October 18, 2023November 24, 2023

Few would disagree that the Crystal River is a treasure worthy of protecting. This undammed, wild river is boasted for its scenic beauty, sustaining local agriculture, residences, recreational opportunities and […]

Posted inEnvironment

Crystal River augmentation study raises hopes and concerns

by Will Buzzerd October 4, 2023November 24, 2023

Just downstream of the confluence of Avalanche Creek and the Crystal River, a 50-acre floodplain has become a site of optimism — and controversy — among water users in the […]

Posted inColumns, Opinion, Uncategorized

CVEPA Views: When is a reservoir not a reservoir? Thoughts on Mobley’s Corral and the Crystal Augmentation Plan

by Dale Will August 16, 2023November 28, 2023

By Dale Will The headline on Heather Sackett’s recent coverage of the Crystal Augmentation Study caught my eye: “Janeway site promising for Crystal River backup water supply.” (See Aspen Times, […]

Posted inNews, Uncategorized

Crystal River Restoration project spills diesel

by Raleigh Burleigh August 9, 2023November 17, 2023

Update: Based on encouraging test results from water and soil samples taken by Ecos Environmental and Disaster Restoration, it was determined that work could resume on the afternoon of Thursday, […]

Posted inNews, Uncategorized

Crystal River diesel spill causes concern

by Raleigh Burleigh August 8, 2023November 17, 2023

Update: Read the Town of Carbondale’s official press release, sent at 5:15pm on Aug. 8, here. Around 8pm on Monday, Aug. 7, members of the public noticed a strong odor emanating […]

Posted inNews, Uncategorized

Crystal Caucus: Wild and Scenic and Redstone Castle monopolize meeting

by James Steindler July 19, 2023November 17, 2023

Residents, officials and board members gathered at the Church at Redstone for the bimonthly Crystal River Caucus meeting. Among those in attendance was Kayo Ogilby, a member of the Crystal […]

Posted inNews, Uncategorized

Carbondale Report: Trustees bring uniformity to commissions

by Raleigh Burleigh May 24, 2023November 17, 2023

Carbondale trustees tackled a diverse agenda on May 23. All were present, with Chris Hassig joining remotely, though Erica Sparhawk left early citing “family obligations.” The unanimously-approved consent agenda included […]

Posted inEspañol, Uncategorized

La conexión alimenta la conservación ambiental

by Vanessa Porras May 17, 2023November 17, 2023

Cuando los estudiantes de Basalt High School entraron al edificio de la escuela de vuelo en Aspen después del tour del Valle Roaring Fork, sus rostros eran visiblemente diferentes. Los […]

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Redstone braces for flooding and fires

by James Steindler May 17, 2023November 17, 2023

Redstone’s community gathered on a rainy night at the fire station north of the Boulevard to discuss flooding preparedness, and a bit about wildfire season too. Pitkin County Emergency Manager […]

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