Stories for August 11, 2009

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Kennel cough has been spreading among dogs in Steamboat

Veterinarians see outbreak of cold-like infection in canines

In the past month, Steamboat Veterinary Hospital has started to see as many as six to 10 cases of kennel cough a day. Veterinarians there had examined three infected dogs by about 2:30 p.m. Monday, Michael Gotchey said.

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Young steer ropers show off their skills

4-H roping debuts at Routt County Fair

Young cowboys and cowgirls defeated the steers Monday at the first-ever 4-H roping event at the Routt County Fair, with many a set of horns and heels caught up in well-thrown lariats.

Chris Corna toxicology report finished

Examiner sticks by suicide ruling; police still are investigating

The results of a toxicology report on Chris Corna have not swayed the opinion of the Westchester County, N.Y., Medical Examiner's Office, which ruled his May death a suicide. However, a police investigation into the death continues, Port Chester Police Department Lt. James Ladeairous said Monday.

Police: Stolen Superman recovered

Steamboat 23-year-old man arrested Friday

Superman has not yet found his way home, but a Steamboat Springs My Wireless store is one step closer to getting the caped hero back in its possession.

The Record for August 9

2:11 a.m. Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue emergency responders and Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to a fire alarm in the 3100 block of Columbine Drive.

Steamboat briefs: Steamboat All Arts Festival is seeking contributors

The Steamboat All Arts Festival Committee is seeking producers of fine art for the Yampa River Art Stroll, Aug. 20 to 23, as part of the first Steamboat All Arts Festival.

August fire danger is normal

Blazes burn across the state; Routt County's risk is 'moderate'

The fire danger for Routt County remains moderate, even as the grass begins to dry and lightning strikes become more frequent, Routt County Director of Emergency Management Bob Struble said.

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Kennel cough has been spreading among dogs in Steamboat

Veterinarians see outbreak of cold-like infection in canines

In the past month, Steamboat Veterinary Hospital has started to see as many as six to 10 cases of kennel cough a day. Veterinarians there had examined three infected dogs by about 2:30 p.m. Monday, Michael Gotchey said.

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Murder trial begins

Jury selection extends to 2nd day in Hankins case

After a day of questioning potential jurors for the Terry Hankins murder trial, Judge Michael O'Hara told the remaining crowd they would have to come back today and that they should plan on staying for most of it.

After-school programs' enrollment open

Routt County's after-school programs are gearing up as the 2009-10 school year rapidly approaches. And there's still plenty of time to register.

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Tom Ross: To everything, there is a season

Hillman, Pedersen explore a family tree of country rock

The No. 1 slow-dance song in the autumn of 1965, when I was in seventh grade at Charles R. Van Hise Junior High School, was "Turn, Turn, Turn," by the Byrds.

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Jimmy Westlake: Perseid meteors set to dazzle

The annual Perseid meteor shower is in progress and is scheduled to reach its peak tonight. The Perseid meteor shower produces 40 to 60 meteors per hour at its peak.

Council to discuss Steamboat 700's fiscal effects on city

The Steamboat 700 fiscal impact model will be the only item of discussion at tonight's meeting of the Steamboat Springs City Council.

Hayden superintendent's name submitted for job in Tennessee

Greg Rockhold has no immediate plans to pursue job

Hayden School District Superintendent Greg Rockhold has expressed interest in the Cheatham County, Tenn., director of schools vacancy, according to a story published Wednesday in the Tennessean.