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The Steamboat Springs Planning Commission reviewed two large-scale development projects Thursday night. the U.S. Forest Service is offering tree permits for anyone who wants to venture out into National Forest land and cut their own tree. The Steamboat Sailors football teams heads to Pueblo County for Saturday's playoff game. Brought to you by Coleman Cook and Sharon Pace-Ward of Colorado Group Realty in Steamboat Springs.
Minor injuries from rollover accident
A 43-year-old Oak Creek woman was treated and released from the hospital Wednesday morning after suffering minor injuries in a rollover accident on west U.S. Highway 40.
Board puts focus on vocation
The Hayden School Board spent nearly 45 minutes discussing the future of the vocational program in the district during Wednesday's meeting.
'Amistad' feel earns award for city
Steamboat applauded by consulate for embracing diversity, tolerance
In Spanish, "amistad" means friendship. For the Mexican Consulate in Denver, amistad defines how Steamboat Springs city officials and community leaders have embraced the area's growing population of Mexican immigrants.
Important steps to healthy houseplants
Most of us know that houseplants need air, water, sunlight and nutrients to grow. But many of us have a difficult time figuring out which of these important, life-sustaining elements is the cause of our plant problems.
Local painter wins awards at art festival
Local plein-air painter Susan Jackson won first place and Best of Show in September at the 48th annual Catalina Island Festival of Art in California.
King, Gary make cut for league volleyball team
In any other season, a selection to the Western Slope League's All-League volleyball team would be considered a high honor. But this year, the significance of a selection is magnified because of the astounding number of talented players in the league, Steamboat Springs volleyball coach Wendy Hall said.
'Tis the season for crafts
Yampa fair offers wide variety of products by artisans
Artisans from across Northwest Colorado will converge in Yampa on Saturday to share their unique products during the 26th annual Yampa Arts and Craft Fair.
A heavyweight showdown
Steamboat, Pueblo County meet in football quarterfinals
When the Steamboat Springs offense takes the field Saturday against Pueblo County, the team will see a familiar sight. The Sailors will look across the line of scrimmage at the Hornets defense and see a scheme that mirrors their own. The Sailors and Honrets meet at 1 p.m. Saturday in Pueblo.
Soroco coach resigns
Reust leaves team after just one year
Andy Reust is leaving his position at the helm of the Soroco High School football program after just one season.
Christmas tree permits now available
As it does every holiday season, the U.S. Forest Service is offering tree permits for anyone who wants to venture out into National Forest land and cut their own tree.
Trails closed to help wildlife
While the end of the primary hunting season could come as a relief to big game animals, they now must make it through a critical feeding period to help them bulk up and survive the winter. The animals are getting some help from the U.S. Forest Service, which has enacted several annual "courtesy closures" in a few popular recreation areas. The courtesy closures are effective Nov. 15 to April 15.
The Record for 11-15
The Record for Nov. 15, 2006.
Briefs for 11-17
Area briefs for Nov. 17, 2006.
Olympic gold
City planners praise Fifth and Yampa project, recommend approval
The Steamboat Springs Planning Commission reviewed two large-scale development projects Thursday night. The commission unanimously supported The Olympian, a proposed 41,100-square-foot commercial and residential building planned for the northwest corner of Fifth and Yampa streets, currently three vacant lots. The planning commission unanimously did not support Steamboat Crossings North, a 10-building project on the northwest corner of U.S. Highway 40 and Pine Grove Road.
Hooked
Piercers can't get enough of pins and needles
Truth Tattoo body piercer Jasen Phelps has worn more than 250 piercings - and that doesn't include the thousands of times he pierced himself on stage while performing in a freak show.
Making a world of difference
Holiday Craft Bazaar benefits developing countries
A severe drought and the prevalence of HIV and AIDS have taken their toll on the people of Duze, Swaziland, in Africa.
Happy hours
Giving you an excuse to grab a drink after work
Tattoo of the week: Dawn Obrecht
I got my tattoo, which is a picture of the Iron Man symbol with a lei around it, after finishing the Iron Man World Championships Triathlon in Kona, Hawaii, in 2004. (The tattoo is on the back of Obrecht's ankle.) I had raced shorter triathlons for six years prior to going long-distance. The Iron Man distance includes a 2.4-mile ocean swim followed by a 112-mile bike ride (the wind gusts were up to 50 mph the day I raced). After the brutal bike ride, I ran the 26.2-mile marathon to finish the race.
On Scene
Some of my friends call ski movies "ski porn," and I imagine it is because the movies are exciting for viewers despite having little or no storyline but lots of action.
CD Reviews for Nov. 17
With the probable exception of the majority of those living in Red States, there aren't too many people who can honestly say they don't like the Scissor Sisters.
Express yourself
Kip Strean hosts an unrestricted open mic night
Kip Strean is a strong believer in giving participants in his open mic night free reign to express themselves.
Pigs on the wing
Pink Floyd tribute band incorporates stuffed pigs into its performance
Sons of Nothing will open for themselves Saturday night at Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill.
Allison Plean: Cheap skate
Sometimes it seems as if the only cheap date in Steamboat Springs is going out with a person with a low tolerance for alcohol - and there aren't too many of those.
