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T. Nichols photo Jasperites flocked to the Jasper Activity Centre Jan. 30, gripping paper cups and plastic spoons in an effort to stuff their faces with as much delicious chili as humanly possible.

R. Gruys photo At this time of year, Jasper National Park adds another “difficult” trail to the park’s broad range of cross-country skiing options. On Monday, Feb.

The Alberta Northern Rockies Tourism Alliance is working to increase tourism to the region, and it’s using Jasper National Park to anchor its strategy.

N. Veerman photo A massive house fire engulfed 801 Geikie St. Feb. 3, sending thick smoke billowing into the air and knocking out power to the surrounding neighbourhood.

Creative Commons photo Public Consultation on town-wide wifi Administration is seeking council permission to undertake a public engagement campaign to determine whether or not Jasperites are in favour of a town-wide wifi network.

Vena makes first court appearance Theodore Vena made his first appearance in court Jan. 22 to face cocaine trafficking charges stemming from a December drug bust.

Submitted photo Jasper is home to one of Alberta’s Top 30 Under 30. Last week, 21-year-old Doug Matthews was named in the fourth annual list published by the Alberta Council for Global Cooperation.

T. Nichols photo Parks Canada’s avalanche control team was out in full force earlier this week, dealing with precarious conditions brought on by the weekend’s bout of unseasonably warm weather.

N. Veerman photo Council directed administration to add a $10,000 line item to the operations budget, Jan. 27, to assist the Jasper Heritage Rodeo Association with its move to an outdoor venue.

C. Day photo Jasper in January organizers are hoping to lure foodies to the town’s many restaurants, with a revamped culinary adventure this weekend.