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 Heather Rousseau/Aspen Daily News Aspenite and Olympic snowboarder Gretchen Bleiler greets the crowd during the sendoff party in Aspen gondola plaza Monday for the valley’s seven local athletes who will be competing in the Vancouver Winter Olympics. Behind from left is figure skater Jeremy Abbott’s sister, alpine skier Jake Zamansky’s father, alpine skier Alice McKennis and alpine snowboarder Chris Klug. Not pictured but in attendance were ski cross racer Casey Puckett and the parents of Nordic skier Simi Hamilton. More photos can be found at www.aspendailynews.com; click on the photo gallery on the left side of the home page.
by Curtis Wackerle, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Hometown pride hung in the air as hundreds of people filled Aspen’s gondola plaza for the official sendoff for the Roaring Fork Valley’s seven athletes heading to the Winter Olympics.
Casey Puckett, Gretchen Bleiler, Alice McKennis and Chris Klug were there in person for the event, while parents of Simi Hamilton, Jake Zamansky and Jeremy Abbott represented those athletes. All either reside in the valley, or in Abbott’s case, grew up here, and all will be competing in the Winter Olympics, which begin in Vancouver on Friday.
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by Troy Hooper, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Three charges were filed against actor Charlie Sheen in Aspen district court on Monday.
Chief Deputy District Attorney Arnold Mordkin is charging Sheen, 44, with felony menacing, misdemeanor third-degree assault and misdemeanor criminal mischief. Sheen could be sentenced to one to three years in prison if he is convicted of the felony.
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by Curtis Wackerle, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Aspen City Council delayed making a decision on which architect to pick for phase two of the Burlingame Ranch affordable housing project, instead allowing the competing architects, one local and one from Boulder, to reprice and provide more information about their proposals.
Monday night’s meeting was the latest delay in what has become a controversial contract approval. Although the Boulder firm — OZ Architecture — submitted a bid ($1.7 million) that was $1 million less than local firm Poss Architecture and Planning ($2.7 million), City Council has been under pressure to go with the more expensive local bid to enhance local economic vitality.
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by Troy Hooper, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Talks of a plea deal in former Aspen police officer Joe Holman’s child exploitation case aren’t panning out, and a week-long trial is scheduled this summer.
“Negotiations have broken down, that’s correct,” Deputy District Attorney Jon Pototsky told Judge James Boyd on Monday.
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Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, February 9, 2010 A proposal to build 20 timeshare units at the Aspen Club and Spa began what is likely to be months of hearings before Aspen City Council on Monday night.
Club owners are pitching the plan as a way to enhance the club and ensure that it remains an athletic facility. Concerns have been raised over density, rezoning to allow the hotel use and traffic on Ute Avenue. Full Story »
Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, February 9, 2010 SAGUACHE, Colo. — A 31-year-old Indiana man was stuck in his snow-covered SUV for three days, keeping himself hydrated with Mountain Dew and snow while staying warm in his car in southwestern Colorado.
Jason Pede was rescued Sunday morning after the gasoline in his car ran out and he walked seven miles to a road and signaled for help with a flashlight. Pede had began driving from Dulce, N.M. to Aspen to deliver an Australian Shepherd rescue dog. Full Story »
by Brent Gardner-Smith, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, February 9, 2010 The Colorado House Judiciary Committee voted seven to three Monday night in favor of Rep. Kathleen Curry’s bill that seeks to clarify that commercial rafting companies in Colorado have the right to float freely through private lands, and if necessary, to portage on private land around obstacles in a river.
House Bill 10-1188, entitled the “Clarify River Outfitter Navigation Right” bill, will next be heard on the House floor. The six Democrats sitting on the judiciary committee last night voted for the bill, while three of the four Republicans voted against the bill. Full Story »
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Horoscopes
- Aries
 - Taurus
 Relax in the easy tone of the day, even if you are handling several major responsibilities. Your style, ideas and respect for others attract many people. A relationship warms up when you express your feelings. If you are single, someone could catch your eye. Tonight: Relax, then decide.<br />
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This Week: Others run the show. Be graceful in letting them do what they want.<br />
- Gemini
 If you imagine what you would like, there is nothing holding you back from following through on a dream or potential reality. Try it on for size, though you might want to share the experience with a dear friend. Tonight: Dinner for two.<br />
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This Week: Dive into work, leaving time midweek for networking.<br />
- Cancer
A key partner, family member or several different friends play a big role in your plans. You want to be on a one-on-one level with them. If you are with a loved one, you might feel as you did when you were just getting to know him or her. Excitement bubbles up. Tonight: Have a favorite meal.<br />
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This Week: Ideas come out of nowhere. Try to funnel this energy appropriately.<br />
- Leo
Allow greater ebb and flow with a situation. Investigate a new idea; stay on top of calls, messages and invitations. Go with the suggestion that makes you smile and your imagination light on fire. Talks present various delightful suggestions. Tonight: Invite friends over for dinner.<br />
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This Week: Work from home if you can. Consider making your office more comfortable.<br />
- Virgo
Venus moves into a position where it adds extra allure to your image, attracting many. You might be sensing a change and want to update your wardrobe or revitalize your look. Know that others might not notice, as you seem to beam. Tonight: Your treat.<br />
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This Week: Ask all the questions you want. Holding back certainly hasn't helped.<br />
- Libra
You beam, and others cannot help but respond. What today boils down to is that what you need and most desire can happen if you decide to make it part of your destiny. There might be a jolt on the way, which you can handle. Tonight: As you like.<br />
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This Week: Don't lose sight of your budget. Wednesday on, much will be on your plate.<br />
- Scorpio
You will choose not to discuss much that goes on, or perhaps you will be lost in thought as you weigh the pros and cons of a situation. Some of you might be into daydreaming and nothing more. Relax. Tonight: Nap, then decide.<br />
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This Week: Know that you have &quot;it.&quot; Act like it, and see what happens.<br />
- Sagittarius
Keep reaching out for others, whether at church, a meeting or on the phone. Others delight in your news and want to get together soon. Happiness often surrounds friends, ballgames or when you're off on another fun adventure. Tonight: Zero in on want you want.<br />
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This Week: Hang back until Wednesday, when you hit some of your power days.<br />
- Capricorn
- Aquarius
- Pisces
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