Stories for December 7, 2007

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Rabbit Ears under heavy snow warning

Snow advisory in effect for Steamboat through Saturday evening

Many Steamboat Springs residents woke up to a half-foot of fresh snow or more this morning - and it's not expected to let up until late Saturday.

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Updated Snow Report

Conditions as of 9:16 a.m. Dec. 7

The Ski Town USA Snow Report as of 9:16 a.m. Friday, Dec. 7, 2007:

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Rabbit Ears under heavy snow warning

Snow advisory in effect for Steamboat through Saturday evening

Many Steamboat Springs residents woke up to a half-foot of fresh snow or more this morning - and it's not expected to let up until late Saturday.

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Yule Log Hunt starts Monday

Steamboat Springs holiday tradition in its 28th year

Beginning Monday, be on the lookout for a 3-foot-long, 50-pound yule log hidden somewhere within city limits.

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Steamboat boys top Montrose

The Steamboat Springs High School boys basketball team has never had a problem winning with defense. In fact, it's what Steamboat coach Kelly Meek prefers.

Chix with Stix reaches its sweet sixteen

One of the reasons Jen Travis moved to Steamboat Springs was the Chix with Stix hockey team.

Bhutanese Buddhist figure to visit Steamboat

When His Holiness Lopen Ngawan Tenzin Rinpoche first came to Steamboat Springs in 2004, it was not only the first time he had come to the United States.

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Sailors girls fall to Northridge

After dominating the first half of play, the Steamboat Springs High School girls basketball team had a third quarter it would like to forget. The end result was a 42-26 loss Thursday against Northridge in the first round of the Steamboat Shoot Out.

Steamboat's Bradley jumps back into title contention

Some learning curves are steeper than others.

Steamboat briefs for Dec. 7

The Steamboat Pilot & Today wants to hear from parents with an opinion about security cameras inside Steamboat Springs School District schools. Parents who would like to make their voice heard can contact reporter Mike McCollum at 871-4208 or mmccollum@steamboatpilot.com.

Ice rink advertising for general manager

In a year that has seen critical city staff shortages for positions such as bus and snowplow drivers, the Howelsen Ice Arena also is looking for employees, including a new general manager.

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Bus routes will be restored

Three city bus routes that were cut because of a shortage of drivers will be restored on a limited basis later this month.

Deb Babcock: An indoor tranquility garden

The Roman emperor and philosopher Marcus Aurelius said, "When you are disturbed by events and lose your serenity, quickly return to yourself and don't stay upset longer than the experience lasts; for you'll have more mastery over your inner harmony by continually returning to it." His words, spoken close to 167 A.D., still hold true, don't you think? After a busy day at work, outdoor recreating or generally being part of a crowd, it's refreshing to step inside your home for peace, tranquility and calm.

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Take a picture - it'll last

Artists' Gallery show captures ranching life in photos, fibers and canvas

Plein air oil painter Dancy St. John is inspired by everything that's around her, every day.

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Handcrafted holidays

Christmas in the Rockies craft fair celebrates 20th year

For the 20th annual Christmas in the Rockies craft fair, Marion Kahn predicts the gym at Strawberry Park Elementary School will be "jammed" with craft enthusiasts and holiday shoppers.

On Scene: Opening Day

Baseball and skiing may not have much in common, except possibly the excitement of Opening Day.

CD review for The Killers

CD review for The Killers, "Sawdust"

Agent Orange: 'It ain't rocket science'

After almost 30 years, punk rock still sticking to basics

It's not easy to get Agent Orange frontman/guitarist Mike Palm on the phone.

The Record for Dec. 5

12:03 a.m. Domestic violence was reported in Steamboat Springs. The incident was a verbal-only argument, and no charges were filed.

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Holiday renaissance

Mountain Madrigal Singers perform English traditions for holiday shows

A madrigal choral concert is an elaborate show: dresses with puffy sleeves and billowing skirts for the women, tights under short pants for the men, carefully balanced vocal arrangements for the whole group.

Margaret Hair: Go to ArtWalk

You should go to the First Friday ArtWalk today.

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'Living the dream'

Craig resident to compete in rodeo's 'Super Bowl'

More than $200,000 for less than 60 seconds of work.

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Moffat County schools ranked 'Average' on state assessments

The report tells the story.

White avoids primary clash

GOP leaders push Hasan to not challenge for state Senate seat

At the urging of state Republican leadership, Muhammad Ali Hasan of Eagle County will not challenge state Rep. Al White, R-Winter Park, in a primary for state Senate.