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Unknown caterpillar mystery solved
Treatment isn't recommended because 'damage is done'
Entomologists at Colorado State University have identified the species of caterpillar that has exploded across Routt County. The caterpillar, which has been feasting on the leaves of aspen, scrub oak, sarvis and chokecherry trees, is known as a linden looper.
Emerald images
The Steamboat Springs Arts Council decided to celebrate its 35th anniversary with a color as vibrant and invigorating as the artists it supports - emerald.
Reining it in
Historic art exhibit features variety of Northwest Colorado collectibles
An impressive collection of artwork reflecting Northwest Colorado history and culture debuts tonight at the Steamboat Art Museum.
Happy hours
Happy hours
Return to the river wild
Epilogue brings local's tale from Siberia to the Yampa
Adventures are relative. And while some folks will be thrilled to get a first taste of competition at this weekend's Yampa River Festival, others may be interested in hearing the tale of a wild river descent far from the Yampa.
The Green is back
Strings shows at Botanic Park start Thursday
Nearly four years have passed since fiddle player Jessie Burns left Steamboat Springs for the lively Celtic music scene in Boulder. Fortunately for local fans of traditional Irish music, she still has a soft spot for the Yampa Valley.
Triple Crown season underway
World Series set for mid-July
At 8 a.m. Thursday, the first pitch of a game between two girls fastpitch softball teams from Denver launched the beginning of what has become a Steamboat summer staple.
Railroad display honors history
David Moffat had dreams of building a railroad from Denver to Salt Lake City, but his efforts fell short just outside of Craig.
Briefs for June 8
All mountain bike trails at the Steamboat Ski Area will be closed all day Saturday and until approximately 1 p.m. Sunday because of the fourth annual Rio 24 Hours of Steamboat bike race.
Festival celebrates Yampa River with slew of weekend events
For 27 years, Steamboat Springs' local river enthusiasts have organized at the start of each summer to celebrate the Yampa flowing through town.
On Scene
Young, old come together
Allison Plean: Ahoy matey!
Bad pirate jokes and cheesy comments about "booty" are perfectly acceptable when flying a pirate flag on the back of your flotation device on the Yampa River.
Library's summer reading program kicks off Monday
Curling up with a book on a lazy summer day may need no incentives, but the Bud Werner Memorial Library is offering prizes and activities this summer to youths who do just that.
Slow times for Ski Time
Base area work impacting businesses in shoulder season
Construction near Ski Time Square and Torian Plum Plaza is digging up utility lines in unexpected places, knocking out Internet service for businesses and creating costly delays in the already slow shoulder season.
Oak Creek discusses mill levy
Police department biggest strain on struggling general fund
The Oak Creek Town Board agreed Thursday it must balance its general fund, but board members differed on the best way to do so.
Jane McLeod: A summer love
Maybe it is the name. Maybe it's because it is impossible to miss, often reaching 6 feet in a few years, standing ramrod straight like a sentry guarding a flock of more discreet-sized herbs. Maybe it is the sharp, biting taste or the refreshing aroma. Whatever the reason, I always want lovage (Levisticum officinale) in my herb garden.
Burning up the breaks
High-energy electronica artists BLVD, Souleye to fill dance floor
The last time Steamboat Springs fans looked into the lyrical vision of Souleye, the freestyle rapper was laying down rhymes on top of jazz and funk.
