Stories for December 1, 2007

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Mother Nature, new chairlift wreak havoc at ski area

Neither the weather nor the new Christie Peak Express chairlift cooperated much with local skiers and riders Saturday, the first day of the 2007-08 ski season for which season and value passes were honored on the mountain.

Early Morning

Opening day lift-off

New Christie Peak Express, no lift lines usher in ski season

The nine-day delay in kicking off the 2007-08 ski season at the Steamboat Ski Area did little to damper the enthusiasm Friday of those skiers and boarders who hit the slopes on Scholarship Day.

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Mother Nature, new chairlift wreak havoc at ski area

Neither the weather nor the new Christie Peak Express chairlift cooperated much with local skiers and riders Saturday, the first day of the 2007-08 ski season for which season and value passes were honored on the mountain.

Spillane, Demong continue to roll in Finland

The U.S. Nordic combined World Cup team continued its hot start during the second day of competition in Kuusamo, Finland, on Saturday.

Steamboat woman dies in auto accident

A 29-year-old Steamboat Springs woman was killed in a car accident Saturday after losing control of her vehicle on U.S. Highway 40 near Mount Harris. Her identity has not been released pending notification of her family.

Rangely too much for Hayden boys

Panthers' commanding third quarter, fast breaks lead to victory

As debuts go, first year Hayden High School basketball coach Robin Lighthizer came away from Friday's game against Rangely with some positives.

Oak Creek police receive $1K grant

Wal-Mart funds to aid domestic violence prevention efforts

The Oak Creek Police Department was awarded a $1,000 grant from the Steamboat Springs Wal-Mart to help aid its domestic violence prevention and law enforcement efforts.

Hayden Planning Commission updates Comprehensive Plan

The Hayden Planning Commission approved updates to the town's Comprehensive Plan on Thursday, limiting future residential construction to areas west and south of town and preserving open space near Yampa Valley Regional Airport.

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Sailors hockey drops opener

Loss to Summit kicks off King of the Mountain tourney

It will be an uphill battle if the Steamboat Springs High School hockey team hopes to make it three King of the Mountains tournament titles in three years.

Kids can't wait to learn

First Impressions stresses importance of early care, education

The challenge for many families in the Yampa Valley is that both parents must work to afford the high cost of living, and childcare is a major concern. It is important that children are provided quality programs, but they are hard to find.

The Record for Nov. 29

Thursday, Nov. 29

Storm brings mixed bag

Mild temperatures will affect system's snow totals

A strong storm system moving through the region has the potential to leave half a foot of snow or more across Steamboat Springs by Sunday morning.

Steamboat briefs for Dec. 1

Enter "Sock It To Me Holiday Stocking Drawing"

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KBCR director hits it big

Duncan named 'Country Music Director of the Year'

For KBCR music director Debbie Duncan, good music is simply good music.

Spillane finishes second at World Cup

Johnny Spillane returned to the World Cup spotlight Friday by leading the American team with a second-place finish at the opening event of the season in Kuusamo, Finland.

Boys lose first game to Roaring Fork

Steamboat falls in first round of Brenda Patch Tournament

In a much anticipated matchup between two teams at the top of their respective classifications, Roaring Fork was able to outlast Steamboat, 57-49, on Friday in the opening round of the Brenda Patch Tournament.

Tom Ross: What did we ever do without Hefty bags?

Oregon Trail pioneers went sans Ziplocs

Have you ever stopped to wonder how the pioneers made it through the holidays, back in the olden days, before plastic food storage bags were invented?

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Opening day lift-off

New Christie Peak Express, no lift lines usher in ski season

The nine-day delay in kicking off the 2007-08 ski season at the Steamboat Ski Area did little to damper the enthusiasm Friday of those skiers and boarders who hit the slopes on Scholarship Day.

Roaring Fork smothers Steamboat

Girls basketball stumbles offensively with 31 turnovers, losing 50-26

With a smothering defense that produced 31 turnovers, Roaring Fork got its girls basketball season off on the right foot with a 50-26 win against Steamboat Springs

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Lessons for life

Mass production class teaches practical skills

In Craig Conrad's opinion, Moffat County High School mass production teacher, school shouldn't teach just facts.

Edgemont earns awaited approval

In its first go-round with the Steamboat Springs Planning Commission, the Edgemont residential development on the south end of the Steamboat Ski Area received what some planning commissioners called the most strongly worded recommendation for denial they had ever seen from city staff.