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Having competed in physically demanding challenges like the Canadian Death Race, Sinister 7 and the Meet Your Maker Ultra, it’s no surprise Jasperite Bruno Bergeron snagged first place in the Black Spur Ultra’s 108 km solo male category, Aug. 20.

Jasperites Chris Peel, Cameron Vos and Derek Anderson took on North Dakota’s Maah Daah Hey 100 race, Aug. 5. The 106-mile race took hundreds of cyclists through the heart of the state’s badlands. Submitted photo.

Nestled in the tiny hamlet of Dunster, B.C., hundreds of people gathered for the 12th annual Robson Valley Music Festival, Aug. 12-14. K.

Dear editor: I am taken aback at the reaction to Monika Schaefer’s video regarding the Holocaust. This is obviously a touchy subject, however Monika has expressed an opinion based on her own research and, like all Canadians has the right to do so.

Putting pen to paper can be a challenge even for the most seasoned writers, which is why Habitat for the Arts is hosting a writing workshop to help get people’s creative juices flowing.

To catch the band, head over to Jasper Royal Canadian Legion on Aug. 11. Doors open at 8 p.m. and tickets are $15 at the door.

Dear Editor, Cycling on any roadway produces anxiety in bipedal animals as we worry about getting clipped by a car, bus or garbage truck.

Robson Valley Music Festival will take place Aug. 12-14. Tickets are available at www.robsonvalleymusicfestivalbc.com. N.

The Imprints hit the stage at the Jasper Royal Canadian Legion on Aug. 6 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door or can be purchased in advance at www.ticketweb.ca.

Viet Tieu finished the Canadian Death Race in 23 hours and 43 minutes. Photo - M. Abraham. Jasperite Viet Tieu has never been much of a runner, but as an avid cyclist he’s always had a drive to push his body to its limits.