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Heritage Center boosted
Hayden votes down measure, but it still passes
The Hayden Heritage Center will get much-needed improvements, thanks to the Routt County voters who approved Referendum 1A.
County residents back museum tax
The promise of free admission to the Tread of Pioneers Museum didn't hurt.
November race will have runners Cold to Core
Colorado Mountain College freshman Joey Tarbill isn't trying to hide the fact that the running event he has planned for November may require a few extra layers.
Local voters in step with state
Routt County voters issued a resounding "No" to a trio of disparate statewide ballot issues Tuesday, echoing the measures' overwhelming defeat on a statewide basis.
Happenings for Nov. 5, 2003
WEDNESDAY n Hayden High School's parent-Teacher conferences are from 4:30 to 8 p.m. today and Thursday. Call 276-3761.
Sailors host state
Sterling coming to town for opening round
Steamboat Springs will host Sterling in the opening round of the Class 3A state football playoffs, and if the Sailors win, they could host a second-round game, as well.
Hiker disoriented by storm
Todd Pollert, 37, forced to spend night in the elements
Monday's winter storm forced a 37-year-old Steamboat hiker to spend the night in the elements, unable to get back to his base camp.
Man walks into YVRA with handgun
A 20-year-old man walked into Yampa Valley Regional Airport on Monday afternoon unknowingly carrying a handgun in his knapsack, Hayden Police Chief Jody Lenahan said.
Hot Shots more than salon
Karen Richmond has been working in beauty salons for the past 11 years, but now she said, "I'm ready to play in my own sandbox."
Troeger defeats Kelly in District 2 race
Steamboat Springs resident Jeff Troeger has been a professor at Colorado Mountain College for 20 years, and after winning Tuesday night's election, the longtime educator will bring that experience to the Steamboat Springs School Board.
Camilletti takes Hayden seat
Hayden School Board member Jody Camilletti will return for another four-year term after edging former School Board member George Wixson by 30 votes in Tuesday's election.
Gneiser wins spot on Soroco board
Phippsburg resident and South Routt School District School Board incumbent Kevin Gneiser beat close friend Clyde Iacovetto to win another term on the board.
Water conservation measure failed
Voters in the 15-county Colorado River Water Conservation District turned down a measure to protect the river's mill levy from further cuts, although some headwater counties supported the measure.
Dellinger leads Romberg in unfinished race
With five votes unofficially separating Susan Dellinger and incumbent G.H. "Bud" Romberg and 39 provisional ballots left to verify, the race for the District I City Council seat continues.
Gleason easily takes District 4 seat
Incumbent Pat Gleason cruised to an easy victory in a three-way race for the Steamboat Springs School Board's District 4 seat.
News in brief for Nov. 5
Man walks into regional airport with handgun A 20-year-old man walked into Yampa Valley Regional Airport on Monday afternoon unknowingly carrying a handgun in his knapsack, Hayden Police Chief Jody Lenahan said.
Rainforests win protection
The Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday approved the first reading of an ordinance to ban the use of rainforest wood in construction projects completed within the city of Steamboat Springs.
Cynthia Corson Fletcher: A good man
My family has known the Drake family for nearly 20 years. We are friends.
Meadow Green residents OK LID
Residents of the Meadow Green subdivision in Stagecoach approved a system of paying for a sewer and water system that involves county-issued bonds.
Judy Copeland: Reconsider Drake
I would respectfully request that the people responsible for the forced departure of Steamboat Springs High School football coach Mark Drake reconsider their action.
Voters return Brenner to City Council
Former Steamboat Springs City Councilman Ken Brenner was returned to the council Tuesday, winning a three-way race that was the most expensive local election.
Camilletti edges Wixson by 30 votes
Hayden School Board member Jody Camilletti will return for another four-year term after edging former School Board member George Wixson by 30 votes in Tuesday's election.
Voters say nay to 2A
City voters turned down a property tax dedicated to fire and ambulance services for the second year in a row.
The Record for Nov. 5, 2003
Monday, Nov. 3 1:01 p.m. A gas skip was reported at Kum & Go. The incident is under investigation.
Kelsey Draper: Drake had impact
I want it to be known the tremendous impact coach Mark Drake has had on the countless young men whose lives he has touched.
Water rates may rise
Increase would help balance budget
The combination of water being lost through old, corroded pipes and money being lost through old, corroded water meters drains money from the town of Hayden every day, Town Manager Rob Straebel said.
District investigating allegations against Drake
Attorney: Coach asks that unsubstantiated claims be removed from his file
Resigning Steamboat Springs High School football coach Mark Drake has asked the school district to remove unsubstantiated allegations from his personnel file, his attorney said Tuesday.
County prioritizes grant requests
The town of Oak Creek's grant request for a water system improvement project will be at the top of Routt County's list when the Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Program state advisory committee meets early next year.
News in brief for Nov. 5, 2003
Man walks into regional airport with handgun A 20-year-old man walked into Yampa Valley Regional Airport on Monday afternoon unknowingly carrying a handgun in his knapsack, Hayden Police Chief Jody Lenahan said.
Voters support School Board's stand on Montessori
Victory is often in the eye of the beholder.
Our View: City needs better tax plan
If at first you don't succeed, tweak the plan and try again. If you fail twice, it's time to scrap the plan and start over.
