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Eagle Scout moving mountains (of mulch)
Aided by nearly 50 volunteers, Lewis Cutter's goal of a better playground for west Steamboat came one step closer to reality Saturday.
Wine and Prose
Off the Beaten Path Bookstore takes on new identity at night
All of the "elements" necessary for an intimate rendezvous are in place at Off the Beaten Path Bookstore.
Noah Wesley Woodford
Noah Wesley Woodford, son of Kathy South and Scott Woodford of Steamboat Springs, was born at 9:05 a.m. Sept. 30, 2004. He weighed 9 pounds and 5 ounces, and was 21.5 inches long. His grandparents are Vanessa and Wes Woodford of Silverthorne, and Bob and Mary South of Story, Wyo.
Gretchyn E. Watson: 1915-2004
Longtime Craig and Steamboat Springs resident Gretchyn E. Watson died Sept. 15, 2004, at the Doak Walker Care Center. She was 89.
Robinson, White vie for House
The race for the District 57 seat in the State House of Representatives pits a Republican incumbent with designs on the position of majority leader against a little-known man from Parachute. The men's backgrounds and points of view are as different as the corners of the district from which they come.
Taking the next step
Man throws away old prosthetic leg for more high-tech version
Ernesto Perez moved to Routt County from Peru to work as a shepherd. In the years since, he became a citizen, got married and had two children, started a cleaning business and two years ago, he and his wife, Leyda Perez, built a large house in Steamboat Springs with commanding views and a yard for their dog.
The bus fuss
Community wants transit to expand, city threatens each year to cut services
At a city budget review Tuesday, Transportation Director George Krawzoff stood before the City Council and delivered a familiar message.
Group documenting history
With the assistance of a group of graduate students from the University of Colorado at Denver, Historic Routt County is documenting the area's agricultural history one building at a time.
Funds pour in for race
This fall's race for Colorado Senate District 8 is like no other in the history of Northwest Colorado. Never has so much money been poured into a race for a legislative seat representing this part of the state.
Antlers' history comes alive again
Historic Yampa restaurant reopens with new owners
Tom Fazzio first set foot on the polished wood floors of Antlers Cafe and Bar when he was 11 years old.
Class notes for Oct. 10
School Board meets at 6 p.m. Monday The Steamboat Springs School Board meets at 6 p.m. Monday in the George Sauer Human Services Center on Seventh Street.
Spanning generations
Elementary school students visit Doak Walker Care Center residents
The budding relationships began awkwardly.
The arrest record for Oct. 10
Saturday, Oct. 2 Joseph Christopher Casey, 34, Steamboat Springs -- Driving under the influence of alcohol, speeding, failed to drive in a single lane, failed to signal (Steamboat Springs Police Department)
The Record for Sunday, Oct. 10
Friday, Oct. 8 6:36 a.m. A teenage girl was reported missing in Hayden. Police located the girl driving a car she took from her parents, and then she reportedly led them on a chase through town in which she hit a police officer, a police cruiser and ultimately crashed into a brick structure in a yard. She was taken to Yampa Valley Medical Center for treatment of injuries and then was taken into custody.
Steamboat sweep
Sailors rack up victories to win region, send team to state
Dylan Roberts plays in Steamboat red and black, but he wears a Boston Red Sox hat. On Saturday, the Steamboat sophomore, along with partner junior Brian Behrman, displayed a little Boston grit to win the regional tennis championship against Chance Jacob and Sterling Parks of Montrose.
Looking for a challenge?
The trout in the Arkansas River are ready to provide one
The most popular trout fishing destinations in Colorado are stretches of rivers immediately below dams referred to as "tailwaters." The water that comes out of the bottom of dams stays at a relatively constant temperature all year, allowing trout to feed on the coldest days of winter and the hottest days of summer. But anglers who value the unbridled character of a free flowing river still can turn to the 120 miles of the Arkansas River between its headwaters in the Sawatch Range near Leadville and Cañon City downstream. In the Colorado Rockies, perhaps only the Yampa can match the Arkansas for its free-flowing qualities.
Soundoff for Oct. 10, 2004
Libertarian gets votes First, I will be voting for Mike Kien. Second, I don't know why we need an off-leash dog park when nobody keeps their dog on a leash anyways and nobody picks up their dogs' poop. I think it's ridiculous.
Chris Kipfer: Friedman is right
The two editorials in Friday's Steamboat Today contrasted the informed wisdom of Tom Friedman with the parochial propaganda of Suzanne Fields.
Charlie Magnuson: Voting for Fry
As I watched the process for the Lafarge gravel pit application, I know I had a lot of input.
Jeanie Peterson: In praise of Taylor
I would like to take this opportunity to praise state Sen. Jack Taylor for again stepping forward to assist another of his constituents in our district.
Calendar for Oct. 10
Monday, Oct. 11 n The Oak Creek Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. n The Toponas Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. n The Yampa Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. n The South Routt Medical Center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 736-8118 for appointments.
Keenan Ray Hampton
Keenan Ray Hampton, son of Teisha Hampton of Craig, was born at 4:57 p.m. Sept. 28, 2004. He weighed 7 pounds and 15 ounces, and was 20 inches long. His sibling is Aunnika Hampton. His grandparents are Bill and Michelle Hampton of Craig. His great-grandparents are Charles and Betty Hampton of Craig, and Theo and Doreen Guymon of Vernal, Utah.
Kodi Ingols-Irwin
Kodi Ingols-Irwin, son of Kristen Ingols-Irwin and Eric Irwin of Hayden, was born at 4:38 p.m. Sept. 28, 2004. He weighed 7 pounds and 6 ounces, and was 19.5 inches long. His sibling is Allison Marie Ingols-Irwin. His grandparents are Ken and Joan Ingols of Flagstaff, Ariz., and Paul and Delphia Irwin of Craig.
McKenna Nelwyn Bernice Martin
McKenna Nelwyn Bernice Martin, daughter of Ann and Russell Martin of Hayden, was born at 8:17 a.m. Sept. 27, 2004. She weighed 8 pounds, and was 19.5 inches long. Her sibling is Michael Martin. Her grandparents are Nancy and Michael Martin of Johnstown, and Sandra and the late Wayne Trowbridge of Milliken.
William Daniel Walker
William Daniel Walker, son of Irene Walker of Craig, was born at 1 p.m. Sept. 27, 2004. He weighed 6 pounds and 14 ounces, and was 20 inches long. His sibling is Santana Gonzales. His grandparents are Debbie Pennington of Tucson, Ariz., Dan Gravley of Elko, Nev., Betty Gravley of Elko, Nev., and the late William Walker.
Jacob Anthony Latek
Jacob Anthony Latek, son of Maria and John Latek of Steamboat Springs, was born at 6:38 p.m. Sept. 27, 2004. He weighed 10 pounds and 4 ounces, and was 22.5 inches long. His siblings are Renee and David Latek. His grandparents are Helen Latek of Poland, and John and Janinia Kowalkowski of Delta.
Ken Solomon: Pit will set new low in planning
The front-page article about the Lafarge gravel pit in the Oct. 1 Steamboat Today has reminded us all of how close we are to destroying the scenic entryway to Steamboat Springs. If this permit goes through, the first thought you will have coming over Rabbit Ears Pass or driving north on Colorado Highway 131 will not be, "what a beautiful place," but "how could they have done this?" It will set a new low for poor planning and lack of vision in our state and community. The current application is 4 years old and needs to be seriously revisited. The application had substantial changes in scope and size, and so has our demand for the product. Our current gravel consumption is 50 percent of what it was when this application was submitted.
John F. Russell: Cars, beer and football
Each Sunday I flip on my television, grab a cold beverage and something to eat, and settle in for an afternoon of football.
Terminal expansion funds more certain
County Manager Tom Sullivan is significantly more confident than he was a month ago that Routt County can afford to build the second phase of its airport terminal expansion next summer.
Daniel Tyler: Supporting Fetcher
I am writing in support of Jay Fetcher for state senator in District 8. I grew up on a West Slope ranch, and then enjoyed a 40-year career in education. Fetcher's experience, his innovative work in education and land preservation, and his understanding of water issues indicate to me that he is the best candidate in the state senate race.
Our View: 35: Good idea, wrong method
We admire the intent of Amendment 35, which would increase taxes on tobacco products and use the resulting revenues to address health-care needs in Colorado. However, we feel strongly that this amendment should not be in Colorado's Constitution and therefore urge residents to vote against it.
Sailors, Bulldogs tie
Palisade coach Drake Jandreau enjoys playing the Steamboat Springs boys soccer team. He looks forward to games on Dudley Field because the teams play similar styles and match-up well.
Coach looks into reports
Film reveals few flaws
One day after an emotional win for the Steamboat Springs football team and an even more emotional loss for the Battle Mountain squad, Sailors coach Aaron Finch sat down to watch the film.
