Stories for April 23, 2008

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Liquidators set up shop

From steak knives to light poles, Thunderhead Lodge is for sale

Don Hayes could tell you he's selling everything at the Thunderhead Lodge but the kitchen sink. But that would be a lie.

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The Record for April 21

Monday, April 21 1:43 a.m. A suspicious incident was reported in a Gondola Square parking lot. Authorities said gat least one person was climbing a crane. That person was issued a summons.

Steamboat briefs for April 23

South Routt telephone survey under way

A telephone survey of South Routt residents is under way as part of a study looking at transit needs in South Routt County and the feasibility of shuttle service to and from Steamboat Springs.

Dennis O'Connor: Local landmarks?

The Historic Structure Policy Review Committee got it right when it made the ordinance voluntary instead of mandatory, even with respect to "local landmarks."

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Golf course openings delayed

Lingering snow hinders start to Steamboat season

A record-setting winter has led to a headache start of the local golf season.

Tinker Tiffany: Standing firm

Boy, I couldn't agree more with Rob Douglas' "Dear Jon Letter."

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Cofer fights for playing time at Mesa State

It's been 522 days since Westin Cofer has hit somebody or something meaningful in an actual football game.

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Hayden clarifies rec district plan

Officials aim to have West Routt voters weigh in this fall

Hayden officials are developing details of their proposed West Routt Recreation District, which requires a property tax increase that could go before voters in the fall.

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Liquidators set up shop

From steak knives to light poles, Thunderhead Lodge is for sale

Don Hayes could tell you he's selling everything at the Thunderhead Lodge but the kitchen sink. But that would be a lie.

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Dry Creek swells in Hayden

Police warn people to keep eye out for kids as snow melts

Dry Creek's swift waters make Hayden Police Chief Ray Birch nervous. "Dry Creek is high enough and swift enough to pose a real hazard and danger for kids," Birch said.

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Whistler Road project set to begin

Residents face traffic disruptions as water main is replaced

Residents of Whistler Road face 11 weeks of construction and detours beginning Monday, when Native Excavating begins replacement of a water main on behalf of Mount Werner Water and Sanitation District.

Routt County considers home-size limits, development rights program

Routt County officials are considering a range of new land-use policies aimed at preserving rural character in the face of development.

Our View: Making our green mark

It's been 38 years since Americans celebrated the first Earth Day, a grass-roots effort spurred in part by former U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin and his concerns about mounting environmental issues.