Stories for August 6, 2007

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Mechanical problem delays newspaper

Monday's print edition of Steamboat Today has been delayed because of a mechanical problem with the newspaper's press. The press was repaired by 6:45 a.m., and delivery began shortly afterward. Most of the city of Steamboat Springs had been delivered by 8:30 a.m. Normally, the press rolls between 1 and 3 a.m. on the Today, with the goal of having all 11,000 copies of the newspaper delivered to racks by 6:30 a.m. Circulation director Steve Balgenorth said all newspapers should be delivered by noon.

Luke Graham: The allure of the speedway

Saturday evening in Hayden, it seemed as if there was a high school football game going on.

Craig outlasts the field at Hayden Speedway

Where other drivers struggled with continuity, Nick Craig thrived.

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Horsing around

Driving event challenges entries with difficult course

The Horse Driving Contest looked like fun.

Steamboat rugby team sinks against Aspen

Errant kicks cost the game in 27-24 loss; Gents avenge an upset

When Steamboat lined up a kick after a try in the waning seconds of Saturday's rugby match in Aspen; it sailed wide of the far post.

Aging Well: Preventing and controlling high blood pressure

There are several things that you can do to keep your blood pressure healthy. These actions should become part of your regular lifestyle. You should discuss with your health care provider the best ways for you to address these issues.

On the Record for Aug. 4

12:26 a.m. A fight was reported in the 1800 block of Ski Time Square Drive.

Aging Well: Effective control of household pests is key to good health

Did you know eight out of 10 U.S. households use pesticides both indoors and outside their home?

School Board, superintendent clarify roles

Workshop to further policy governance

The Steamboat Springs School Board will hold its first meeting Tuesday to discuss policy governance and communication between the board and Superintendent Donna Howell.

Steamboat briefs for Aug. 6

Applications for the Routt County Purchase of Development Rights Program are due Sept. 5 to the Routt County Board of Commissioners Office in the Courthouse Annex. Qualified projects must relate to protecting agricultural operations, natural areas and open lands. In general, the projects protect the unique Western heritage of the Yampa Valley for its residents and visitors. For more information or an e-mail application, call Helena Bond at 879-0108, ext. 315.

Monday Medical: Walking for hope and a cure

Hope will be the word of the day - and night - this weekend.

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Wildlife officials urge caution after possible mountain lion sightings

During a summer in which city, county and state officials have fielded dozens of calls a day about bears, another animal may visit area homes - mountain lions.