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Articles for Tuesday, July 22, 2008Homeby Catherine Lutz, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Shortly after a burn ban was enacted in Pitkin and Eagle counties, an apocalyptic storm broke over the midvalley during the Monday afternoon rush hour, causing mudslides, lightning-sparked fires and hail damage.
A mudslide blocked Lower River Road about one mile from its junction with Upper River Road and forced the closure of the road from 5-9 p.m., frustrating drivers seeking to escape the weather-induced crawl on Highway 82. Another mudslide impacted travel on Woody Creek Road near Lenado, but affected fewer people.
by Andrew Travers, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008
A former Aspen High School standout is in Pitkin County Jail, being held on orders from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Thomas Machado, who is 26 and originally from El Salvador, was found by Basalt police on Wednesday, intoxicated and unconscious in the roadway outside of Stubbie’s sports bar.
by Andrew Travers, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 A former Aspen High School standout is in Pitkin County Jail, being held on orders from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Thomas Machado, who is 26 and originally from El Salvador, was found by Basalt police on Wednesday, intoxicated and unconscious in the roadway outside of Stubbie's sports bar. by Catherine Lutz, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008
SkiCo rejects parking agreement
After being rebuffed by the Aspen Skiing Co., the Snowmass Village Town Council is backpedaling on a decision to charge for parking starting this winter in the 400-space rodeo lot near the town’s entrance.
by Catherine Lutz, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 SkiCo rejects parking agreement
After being rebuffed by the Aspen Skiing Co., the Snowmass Village Town Council is backpedaling on a decision to charge for parking starting this winter in the 400-space rodeo lot near the town's entrance. by Brent Gardner-Smith, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008
It is soon going to be harder to lie to the housing office about how much money you have.
As of Aug. 1, the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority is adopting new measures to check housing applicants’ statements about their income and net worth. If someone gets caught lying, he could go to jail on fraud charges, according to Julie Kieffer, a qualifications specialist with the housing authority.
by Brent Gardner-Smith, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 It is soon going to be harder to lie to the housing office about how much money you have.
As of Aug. 1, the Aspen/Pitkin County Housing Authority is adopting new measures to check housing applicants' statements about their income and net worth. If someone gets caught lying, he could go to jail on fraud charges, according to Julie Kieffer, a qualifications specialist with the housing authority. Aspen Daily News Staff Report, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008
King Abdullah II of Jordan said Monday that America would have a “cleared slate” if Barack Obama was elected president. He also said the United States still had a critical role to play in creating peace between Israel and the Palestinians.
The king spoke for 20 minutes and then took questions Monday at his first appearance at an Aspen Institute event in Aspen.
by Brent Gardner-Smith, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 King Abdullah II of Jordan said Monday that America would have a "cleared slate" if Barack Obama was elected president. He also said the United States still had a critical role to play in creating peace between Israel and the Palestinians.
The king spoke for 20 minutes and then took questions Monday at his first appearance at an Aspen Institute event in Aspen. by Andrew Travers, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008
The Denver man convicted of stealing two cars and a motorcycle last July, and leading authorities on a five-hour chase through the Roaring Fork Valley, was sentenced on Monday to six years in a correctional facility that offers intensive drug rehabilitation.
Philip Vigil, 28, originally faced 17 counts and potentially decades in prison for the crimes. In April he pleaded guilty to five counts, four of them felonies: motor vehicle theft, vehicular eluding, driving with a revoked license, possession of a weapon by a previous offender and, the lone misdemeanor, reckless endangerment.
by Andrew Travers, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 The Denver man convicted of stealing two cars and a motorcycle last July, and leading authorities on a five-hour chase through the Roaring Fork Valley, was sentenced on Monday to six years in a correctional facility that offers intensive drug rehabilitation.
Philip Vigil, 28, originally faced 17 counts and potentially decades in prison for the crimes. In April he pleaded guilty to five counts, four of them felonies: motor vehicle theft, vehicular eluding, driving with a revoked license, possession of a weapon by a previous offender and, the lone misdemeanor, reckless endangerment. Aspen Daily News Staff Report, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Pitkin and Eagle counties joined Garfield County recently in instituting fire restrictions.
Pitkin and Eagle county’s burn bans went into effect yesterday due to the risk of wildland fires caused by high winds, little rain and dry fuels. Aspen Daily News Staff Report, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Pitkin and Eagle counties joined Garfield County recently in instituting fire restrictions.
Pitkin and Eagle county's burn bans went into effect yesterday due to the risk of wildland fires caused by high winds, little rain and dry fuels. Aspen Daily News Staff Report, Aspen Daily News Staff Writer Tuesday, July 22, 2008 In an adulatory article praising Simone Dinnerstein’s recording of Bach’s Goldberg Variations, Evan Eisenberg calls her performance “an extended fairy tale.” Her recording of perhaps the greatest work written for solo harpsichord with two manuals (played currently on the piano) is arguably the greatest since Glenn Gould’s. The eccentric Canadian master of the keyboard recorded the “Goldbergs” twice, at the beginning of his career in 1955, and at the end in 1981, both monuments in the history of music recording. Now we have a new and fascinating interpretation by the talented Brooklyn-born Dinnerstein, to be heard tonight in Harris Hall in her Aspen debut.
Bach was fascinated with numerology, and the layout of the Goldbergs, composed in 1741, reflects this interest. The 30 variations are based on the harmonic structure (bass line) of the 32-bar aria, a sarabande that Bach borrowed from his own Clavierbuch written for his second wife, Anna Magdalena Bach in 1725. Because the variations are based on the harmony of the original theme, not the melody, they require careful listening (like all great music!). Listen to the left hand (chord progression) during the opening aria for the harmonic pattern. Starting with the third variation, every third variation is a canon (two-part polyphony), with the intervals between the parts moving from unison (no interval) to an interval of a second (variation 6), a third (variation 9), a fourth (12), a fifth (15), sixth (18), seventh (variation 21), eighth (24) and finally, variation 27 with the canon melodies at the interval of a ninth. All the variations are in G major except numbers 15, 21, and 25, which are in G minor. At the end the performer is directed to repeat the opening aria (theme) note for note. Dinnerstein’s performance of the Goldbergs is sure to be one of the highlights of what has already proven to be a great summer of music in Aspen. Columnistby Steve Skinner, Aspen Daily News Columnist Tuesday, July 22, 2008 In an adulatory article praising Simone Dinnerstein's recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations, Evan Eisenberg calls her performance "an extended fairy tale." Her recording of perhaps the greatest work written for solo harpsichord with two manuals (played currently on the piano) is arguably the greatest since Glenn Gould's. The eccentric Canadian master of the keyboard recorded the "Goldbergs" twice, at the beginning of his career in 1955, and at the end in 1981, both monuments in the history of music recording. Now we have a new and fascinating interpretation by the talented Brooklyn-born Dinnerstein, to be heard tonight in Harris Hall in her Aspen debut.
Bach was fascinated with numerology, and the layout of the Goldbergs, composed in 1741, reflects this interest. The 30 variations are based on the harmonic structure (bass line) of the 32-bar aria, a sarabande that Bach borrowed from his own Clavierbuch written for his second wife, Anna Magdalena Bach in 1725. Because the variations are based on the harmony of the original theme, not the melody, they require careful listening (like all great music!). Listen to the left hand (chord progression) during the opening aria for the harmonic pattern. Starting with the third variation, every third variation is a canon (two-part polyphony), with the intervals between the parts moving from unison (no interval) to an interval of a second (variation 6), a third (variation 9), a fourth (12), a fifth (15), sixth (18), seventh (variation 21), eighth (24) and finally, variation 27 with the canon melodies at the interval of a ninth. All the variations are in G major except numbers 15, 21, and 25, which are in G minor. At the end the performer is directed to repeat the opening aria (theme) note for note. Dinnerstein's performance of the Goldbergs is sure to be one of the highlights of what has already proven to be a great summer of music in Aspen. by Steve Skinner, Aspen Daily News Columnist Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Holy smokes! The Carbondale Mountain Fair is back this weekend and I am going into my third fair as a distinguished judge in the annual cake contest. They say that everyone gets their 15 minutes in the sun and I have to confess that judging this contest is one of my favorite parts of the fair. The cake contest is Sunday at 11 a.m.
I’ve learned a lot since I started my cake judging career. At first I thought that cake was something you made from a box, or better yet, bought from a grocery store or bakery, or, at last resort, a Ding Dong. by Richard Cohen, Aspen Daily News Columnist Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Tattoos are the emblems of our age. They bristle from the biceps of men in summer shirts, from the lower backs of women as they ascend the stairs, from the shoulders of basketball players as they drive toward the basket, and from every inch of certain celebrities. The tattoo is the battle flag of today in its war with tomorrow. It is carried by sure losers.
About 40 percent of younger Americans (26-40) have tattoos. About 100 percent of these have clothes they once loved but now hate. How can anyone who knows how fickle fashion is, how times change, how their own tastes have "improved," decorate their body in a way that's nearly permanent? I don't get it. by Richard CohenTuesday, July 22, 2008 Tattoos are the emblems of our age. They bristle from the biceps of men in summer shirts, from the lower backs of women as they ascend the stairs, from the shoulders of basketball players as they drive toward the basket, and from every inch of certain celebrities. The tattoo is the battle flag of today in its war with tomorrow. It is carried by sure losers.
About 40 percent of younger Americans (26-40) have tattoos. About 100 percent of these have clothes they once loved but now hate. How can anyone who knows how fickle fashion is, how times change, how their own tastes have “improved,” decorate their body in a way that’s nearly permanent? I don’t get it. Letter to the EditorAspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
Hank Gray’s complaint reported on July 7 about closing the Sunday [Aspen post office] operation has negatively affected p.o. box holders on that day. But his claims that he follows the creed to provide flawless service and that closing creates a negative image of him and the post office is a joke! Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
Call off the dogs. Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
Call off the dogs. Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
This spring, the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) went before the county commissioners asking their authorization to have a question put before the voters of Garfield County. They were denied. We the people of Garfield County were denied the opportunity to vote on the question. The question was: Does Garfield County want to have a seat on the RFTA board? Having a seat on the board would give an opportunity to impact decisions on the bus service available to all of Garfield County. It would require Garfield County to make a significant financial contribution to RFTA which in turn would require a tax to the people in the county. Is it a good idea? Do the people want to be more involved with RFTA? Do people want to save money on gas? Is Garfield County ready to pay a tax for public transportation? We will never know because we were denied the right to vote. This fall, we will have the opportunity to vote for a candidate that remembers ours is a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Vote for Steve Carter and restore our voice to the county government. Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
This spring, the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) went before the county commissioners asking their authorization to have a question put before the voters of Garfield County. They were denied. We the people of Garfield County were denied the opportunity to vote on the question. The question was: Does Garfield County want to have a seat on the RFTA board? Having a seat on the board would give an opportunity to impact decisions on the bus service available to all of Garfield County. It would require Garfield County to make a significant financial contribution to RFTA which in turn would require a tax to the people in the county. Is it a good idea? Do the people want to be more involved with RFTA? Do people want to save money on gas? Is Garfield County ready to pay a tax for public transportation? We will never know because we were denied the right to vote. This fall, we will have the opportunity to vote for a candidate that remembers ours is a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Vote for Steve Carter and restore our voice to the county government. Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
Hank Gray's complaint reported on July 7 about closing the Sunday [Aspen post office] operation has negatively affected p.o. box holders on that day. But his claims that he follows the creed to provide flawless service and that closing creates a negative image of him and the post office is a joke! Aspen Daily News Staff Report Tuesday, July 22, 2008 Editor:
Representation needs to be supplemented by accountability, transparency, and evaluation (RATE). Power should flow from the bottom up — not from the top down. I propose setting up an independent citizens’ group as the second point of my 10-point plan to restore the bond of trust between our county government and the citizens they are elected to serve. The group of nine people will be made up of one Independent, one Democrat and one Republican from each of the three commissioner districts. At least one person from District 3 must be from the Roaring Fork Valley. None of the people on the group should be current elected officials; they should all be “regular people” that represent a cross section of Eagle County. The reason for this is that the board of county commissioners gets feedback from elected officials through many other venues.
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Horoscopes
- Aries
Fatigue or a need for a change of pace defines plans. Remember that you are not a train that can go endlessly, so stop treating yourself that way. Meet a friend at a flea market, or opt for a different type of happening. Your energy might return! Tonight: Try some exotic cuisine.
This Week: Opportunities appear out of the blue. Don't hesitate too much.
- Taurus
What you think could be fun and relaxing, someone else feels is a drag. Watch how this person rolls his or her eyes at the suggestion. Isn't partnership about finding a middle ground or sometimes doing what the other wants? Tonight: Plans rapidly change.
This Week: Read between the lines. An offer is for real.
- Gemini
Others have different ideas. You have some choices to make. You do not have to go along with the program, but you might be depressed being alone. Make sure you will be content with your personal choices. Tonight: Dinner with friends.
This Week: A partner, once more, changes his or her tune. Initiate talks.
- Cancer
- Leo
 Your fiery personality could wear out even you by the end of the day. Imagine what it could be doing to others. If pressure is overwhelming, go off and do your thing. A walk or bike ride helps you relax. Tonight: So what if tomorrow is Monday?
This Week: Maintain an even pace. Evaluate an offer that might be too good to resist. (So don't)
- Virgo
 Basics count. Think positively about a change. Sometimes you are resistant because you are tired. Do not head the negative party; rather, take a walk and consider an option more openly. It just might work! Tonight: Cozy at home.
This Week: Your creativity surges. Good news and opportunities come forward.
- Libra
Speak your mind with full knowledge that others will react and have different responses. In the mix, an even better plan arises. Hang out with a dear pal or buddy. He or she loves being with you. Tonight: A discussion can happen over dinner.
This Week: Opportunity strikes on the home front. It might be too good to be true.
- Scorpio
Expenses need taming, but you might ask how. Just saying the word "no" obviously might not be working. Create a realistic budget. Discuss how to add to your income rather than take away from spending. Tonight: Fun does not always have a high price tag.
This Week: Check out a new purchase that will make you smile more often. Yes, it could cost!
- Sagittarius
- Capricorn
Much romps through your mind, distracting you from being here and now with a loved one or friend. Perhaps you could schedule some down time or a walk in the country. Revise your energy and refresh your mind. Tonight: Do only what you want.
This Week: You feel lucky. You also emanate energy and magnetism. Go for what you want.
- Aquarius
Friends clamor for your company. The problem lies in that a loved one or family member could be overly sensitive if you do not focus on him or her alone. Know that you can do a juggling act. Understanding evolves with a key friend. Tonight: Do what you want, not what others want.
This Week: A friendship could change. Don't worry so much.
- Pisces
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