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Referendums, plebiscites not new to Olympics

Several cities have used public ballots during the bid process to host an Olympic Games. In 1970 Denver was awarded the 1976 Winter Games. But concerns were raised by residents about the environmental and economic impacts.

Backcountry Advisory

As of Wednesday, Feb 19 The 30 cm. of snow that fell over the weekend has continued to settle and to stabilize. Initially following the storm we were seeing widespread human-triggered avalanches to size 1.

Be the best that you can be and reap rewards

Former Olympic organizer said goal should be to entertain the spectators so they will come back when they have more time When Park City hosted the 2002 Olympic Games their goal was to be the best host they could be.

Whistler awaits Vancouver plebiscite on Games

People in Whistler, whether they are for or against the Olympics, will be closely watching Vancouver’s plebiscite on the 2010 Games tomorrow, Feb. 22.

The Source

SPECIAL EVENTS BLUEHOUSE>> An all-female Australian acoustic folk group. They mix wickedly mouthy humour with gorgeous harmony at MY Place on Fri. Feb. 21 at 8 p.m.

Government agrees to review avalanche safety

Avalanche safety in B.C.

Everest uncorked at Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival

Even though extreme skier and adventure film-maker Peter Peru has seen enough mountains to last a lifetime, he still goes weak at the knees when industry experts get together.

Housing task force’s enthusiasm infectious

After a month of discussions a municipal housing task force has come up with a vision that would see an employee suite in every Whistler home.

Letters to the editor

When I heard of the demise of our good friend Dave Sheets today I skied behind a large spine jump in the Blackcomb terrain park where I was shooting, and shed a few private tears in disbelief.

Naturespeak

Coyote: a dog for all seasons By Jack Souther, Whistler Naturalists Of all the creatures that share our mountain playground at Whistler coyotes get top marks for intelligence and adaptability.