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$7M gondola project aimed for January 2010 completion
Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. officials and Wildhorse Meadows developers confirmed this week that they are close to finalizing a cost-sharing deal that would allow construction of a new, eight-passenger public gondola this fall. The goal is to open the gondola as soon as January 2010.
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Javelin track event catching on at Routt County schools
Javelin came in with a whimper. The centuries-old sport made what might have been its Northwest Colorado debut with little fanfare Wednesday afternoon at the Hayden Middle School track meet.
Steamboat Springs hockey star earns recognition for talent
Matt Dawes is the best high school hockey goalie in the state.
Fruita mountain biking trails a far cry from still-muddy Steamboat
Fruita isn't for everyone. There's no shopping mall, for instance. If you're looking for art, Steamboat Springs offers substantially more galleries, and if you're looking to waste a rainy afternoon, you can't turn to a bowling alley or even a movie theater.
$7M gondola project aimed for January 2010 completion
Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. officials and Wildhorse Meadows developers confirmed this week that they are close to finalizing a cost-sharing deal that would allow construction of a new, eight-passenger public gondola this fall. The goal is to open the gondola as soon as January 2010.
Steamboat Springs senior to play football for CU
Alex Wood isn't thinking in the short term. The Steamboat Springs High School senior realizes it might be two, three or even four years before he contributes on the field for the University of Colorado football team.
Mike Brumbaugh: Good show
I wanted to take a moment and publicly thank the dedicated and interested community and college folks who helped make the Colorado Mountain College musical theater production of "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" a resounding success.
Steamboat briefs: VNA celebrates National Immunization Week
The Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association offers free infant immunizations Monday until Friday for any child 24 months old and younger. Parents who bring their infant's immunization record to the VNA front desk for review will receive a free baby book. The VNA is at 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101 in Steamboat Springs. For more information, call 879-1632.
Our view: Time to stimulate base area
Within the past week, we've seen two dramatic signs that local resort and government leaders have the resolution required to continue improvements at the base of Steamboat Ski Area in the face of a deep recession.
Class notes: Colorado Mountain College graduation set for Saturday
Graduation ceremonies for the Alpine Campus of Colorado Mountain College will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel.
Hygienist to open Oak Creek practice
Angel Henry plans to clean up South Routt '1 mouth at a time'
Dental care is coming to southern Routt County, courtesy of a woman who's spent the past few years doing the work on dogs.
7th annual North Routt Chili Cook-off planned for May 3
If you want your name engraved on a cup in the North Routt Chili Cook-off - twice - you could get up at 4 a.m. to peel chilies for the recipe passed down to you from your mother. You also could decide to enter a few days before the contest and slap a tasty dessert together.
Hayden's Huyser on road to recovery
Recovery slow for 20-year-old after brain disease
Spirits were high and doctors were hopeful the day Clayton Huyser was supposed to be released from Denver hospitals to move to a rehabilitation facility at Craig Hospital in Englewood.
Routt County Spotlight: Sana Thankful
Occupation: Subway, West Steamboat Springs
Construction companies struggle amid severe slowdown
For a few years, construction jobs seemed to grow on trees in Steamboat Springs - right next to abundant building projects. Workers were busy. Companies were busy. Now, as the summer construction season approaches, some workers are scrambling for jobs, and some companies are scrambling for projects.
Late snowfall lessens risk of wildfires
Officials say danger could change quickly with weather patterns
March and April snowstorms have left the regional snowpack in good shape approaching wildfire season, but the gathering impact of the mountain pine beetle epidemic still has forest officials on the edge of their seats.
Joel Reichenberger: Lofty goals left unachieved
I've done everything but return my rental skis, and, in the end, I didn't come close to achieving the skiing goals I laid out for myself when the season started.
Economy, changing ownerships affect Oak Creek restaurants
Several Oak Creek locals are being bounced from restaurant to restaurant as eateries in the town change hours, owners and menus to cope with the economic downturn.
LIFT-UP honors workers during Volunteer Week
LIFT-UP honored its workers last week for National Volunteer Week, established by President Richard Nixon's order in 1974. LIFT-UP Executive Director David Freseman said his agency was grateful for the organization's volunteer crew.
John F. Russell: Obsessed with a game
For some, golf is a game, but for others, it's an obsession.
J. Michael Turner: Support leash laws
To quote from the April 19 Steamboat Pilot & Today, "Councilman John Quinn said at Tuesday's council meeting that he thinks it is ridiculous for the community service officers to spend their time harassing pet owners." Quinn said he was offended by an officer who recently told him he could swim his dog as long as he had it on a leash. As a citizen, resident and taxpayer in this city, I'm offended by such a childish, selfish and irresponsible statement by an elected official in a position of leadership.
The Jail Report for April 18 to 24
The following is a list of people booked into the Routt County Jail on suspicion of the listed charges. The arresting agency is listed in parentheses.
The Record for April 24
12:11 a.m. Trespassing was reported in the 57000 block of Saturn Court in Clark.
Letter to the editor: Doctors' orders
When you're a parent or caregiver for a child, you're like an umbrella. Not only do you have to be ready to offer protection at any given moment, but you also never know what's going to be raining down. It's often up to you to be that layer protecting your children from the elements, whether it's making sure the car seat is secure or insisting on broccoli before dessert. You can shield your children from something you may take for granted - vaccine-preventable diseases.
Real estate transactions for April 9 to April 22, 2009
Seller's name listed first, followed by the buyer
Laloba Ranch owners seek approval for smaller subdivision
The owners of Laloba Ranch Clay Center art school would like to subdivide their 40-acre parcel to allow them to sell two 5-acre home lots. Some of their neighbors are strongly opposed.
Purchases picking up in Red Hawk at prices influenced by bank-driven short sales
Developer Ren Martyn said this week that he never could have guessed how things would work out at Red Hawk Village, a subdivision of small footprint single-family homes in Stagecoach in South Routt County. But now that they've begun to sell to young couples, he's pleased - even if many of the sales are the result of existing owners who are under duress.
On the Market: Bomeisl, Boehm join Prudential Realty roster
Cam Boyd and Pam Vanatta, co-owners of Prudential Steamboat Realty have announced that Bob Bomeisl and Tim Boehm are the newest additions to the company's roster of real estate brokers.
Alysa Selby: Raise your voice
If you love to sing, or just wish you could find an opportunity to sing, consider joining the Yampa Valley Singers.
Conservative commentary: Earth Day then, now
"The trouble with the eco-crusader is that his false guilt and his false fears feed endlessly upon each other." With all the Earth Day hoopla April 22, I remembered this line from an old presidential speech. Can you guess who said it?
Business File: Big Agnes, Boa named companies to watch
Steamboat Springs-based Big Agnes was named one of 50 Colorado Companies to Watch, according to a news release. The company makes sleeping bags, pads and tents. Colorado Companies to Watch attracted more than 250 applications, the release stated.
Spa/Salon to offer parties, specials
Owner excited about opening, not concerned about economy
Julie Buccino isn't even a little bit worried about opening her spa and salon during an economic downturn.
