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Today’s Deepest Resorts—North America’s Top 5 Snowfalls on April 8

Spring is here, which means winter is over already, and resorts across the country have started closing. But that doesn’t mean it’s going to stop snowing. All these resorts are open and celebrating powder days this morning. Related: Top 9 Snowiest Resorts in North America This Season When writing, these resorts across North America had the most snow in the last […]
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Stevens Pass, WA, Reverses Paid Parking Plan After Community Criticism

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Stevens Pass Ski Resort in Washington has reversed its decision to implement a paid parking reservation system for the 2025-26 winter season following significant community feedback. The resort will maintain the current hybrid parking model used this season, which combines free and paid parking options on weekends and peak days, emphasizing reservations and carpool incentives. Related: Stevens Pass, WA, to […]
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Spring Skiing Thrives at Banff Sunshine Village, AB, After Record Snowfall

The 2025 Spring Concert Series Presented By Coors Light. | Photo: Banff Sunshine Village

Banff Sunshine Village, Alberta, has wrapped up its snowiest March in eight years, with a remarkable 167 cm (65 inches) of fresh snow. This milestone sets the stage for an unforgettable spring ski season at Canada’s highest ski resort, which boasts an extended season running until May 19, 2025. Related: Huge March Snowfall Sets Banff Sunshine Village, AB, Up for […]
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German Company Acquires Bankrupt Jungholz Ski Area, Austria, for $1.65 Million

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Jungholz ski area, Austria, will reopen under new ownership after filing for bankruptcy in June 2024, reports Meinbezirk.at. WMM AG, a German-based company, has acquired the family-friendly ski area, investing around €1.5 million ($1.65 million), and plans to revitalize it with affordable rates and features tailored to families. Related: Witnesses Wanted as Skiers Knock Woman to Ground & Ski Over […]
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Layoffs Begin at Vail Resorts Following Two-Year Efficiency Plan

Vail Resorts head office in Broomfield, CO.

Vail Resorts has announced the permanent closure of its Human Resources Shared Services unit in Broomfield, Colorado, eliminating 64 jobs as part of a two-year plan to improve efficiency and enable future growth. Layoffs will begin June 2 and impacted employees will be notified under the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. Related: Vail Resorts Named One of America’s […]
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Rare Rodent-Borne Hantavirus Kills 3 in Mammoth Lakes, CA

A rare and deadly hantavirus transmitted by rodents has claimed the lives of three residents in Mammoth Lakes, California, health officials confirmed Thursday. The hantavirus-related deaths occurred between February and early April, marking an unusual spike in cases that has alarmed public health experts. The latest victim, identified only as a young adult, is the third fatality linked to hantavirus […]
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