VIEW TO THE WEST | In the Beginning . . .
by Peter Shelton
03:00 AM, Thursday, May 23
As Mountainfilm in Telluride celebrates its 35th anniversary, the author recalls moments from the early years.

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Finding a Shared Vision for Mountain Village
The town will gather community for a comprehensive plan during a workshop on Dec. 29.
02:06 PM, Tuesday, December 23
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Coming to the Last of Another Four Seasons
Art Goodtimes rings in the year 15,009 and gives a shout out to the Road and Bridge snow clearing crews.
01:51 PM, Tuesday, December 23
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Broncos’ Playoff Hopes Were Never a Reality
It’s a stocking full of coal for Denver fans. The beloved Broncs need to beat the Chargers to make the playoffs and, ...
11:42 AM, Tuesday, December 23
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All I Want for Christmas
Peter Shelton offers an addition to Aspen Magazine ’s extravagant gift guide.
02:23 PM, Monday, December 22
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Baby’s First Christmas Gift
The hunt for the perfect gift for baby raises questions about a new family’s Christmas philosophy.
01:29 PM, Wednesday, December 17
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Exploring the Chinese-American Roots of Locke, Calif.
A rich, multi-racial heritage is something Americans should savor.
01:26 PM, Wednesday, December 17
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Yankees Are the Best of the Best in December
The Yanks are hoping money can buy championships, despite recent history saying otherwise.
01:24 PM, Wednesday, December 17
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You Say Goodbye, and I Say Hello
Stand on your feet, and go down the hill. Peter Shelton put his new hip through its paces on the mountain.
01:12 PM, Wednesday, December 17
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Basket Case Holds Local Show
The non-traditional Art Goodtimes practices a very traditional art, that of basketweaving. A sample of his work on di...
01:04 PM, Wednesday, December 17
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BLM Brainstorms With Local Officials
Goodtimes commends the Feds for involving local governments early on in the decision-making process for federal lands.
12:19 PM, Monday, December 15
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Nordic Trail System Ready for Skiers and Hikers
Eight miles of Nordic trails are open in Mountain Village, with the Wilson Loop 1k Sprint scheduled for Saturday.
02:35 PM, Wednesday, December 10
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On the Losing End of the Battle to Go to Bed
Sleeping on a schedule: Impossible dream or attainable reality for baby?
02:32 PM, Wednesday, December 10
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The Nutcracker Comes to Town
Columnist Peter Shelton shares memories of his sister after seeing a touching performance of “The Nutcracker.”
12:05 PM, Wednesday, December 10
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Council Takes Conservative Approach to 2009 Budget
There is little wiggle room in 2009 MV budget due to lost revenue from halted development projects.
02:21 PM, Wednesday, December 03
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Handing the People the Tab
Politicians can’t solve the country’s economic problem, being as they are a big part of the problem.
02:19 PM, Wednesday, December 03
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