Iconic Ski Resort Is Set to Close at Height of Holiday Season

Skiers who intend to hit the slopes this weekend at one of the U.S.'s most iconic resorts can expect their plans to get wiped out. The Telluride Professional Ski Patrol Association voted to go on strike Saturday in search of better pay.

Workers have been negotiating with Telluride's ownership since June, but the sides have failed to reach an agreement.

In a statement, the patrol association said management is "unwilling to fix a broken wage structure."

Meanwhile, owner Chuck...