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Former teacher overcomes fears to capture Seven Summits
Lori Schneider, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, conquers Everest
Search Google images for "Everest summit" and you'll find a few distant shots of a snowy peak and seemingly endless photos of bundled climbers raising their arms in victory, the never-nearer sun on their faces and a whole world spread behind them.
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by Joel Reichenberger
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Man rescued from Fish Creek Falls ledge
An unidentified man sits stranded on a ledge about three-quarters of the way up the lower falls at Fish Creek Falls on Saturday evening.
Hayden football returns just two starters for 2009
A year ago, the Hayden High School football team entered the season as one of the favorites to win the Western Slope League, and for good reason. The squad returned many of its most dynamic players, including all-everything running back Coy Letlow.
Steamboat's Hinder accounts for 6 TDs in Sailors win
Steamboat Springs High School senior Austin Hinder proved every bit the best prep quarterback in the state during Saturday's 41-21 home-opening win against Holy Family.
Sailors tennis takes 3 wins on home court
Steamboat Springs High School junior tennis player Mirko Erspamer's Saturday highlighted a great opening weekend for the Steamboat team. The Sailors went 3-0 during Friday and Saturday's play and proved they are going to be one of the teams to beat.
John F. Russell: Keeping up with Shaun White
Taylor Gold is in for a busy year. Not only does the sophomore have to keep up with his math, science and English classes at Steamboat Springs High School, but he also has to keep up with the always-changing world of snowboarding if he has any hope of reaching his Olympic-sized dreams.
Former teacher overcomes fears to capture Seven Summits
Lori Schneider, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, conquers Everest
Search Google images for "Everest summit" and you'll find a few distant shots of a snowy peak and seemingly endless photos of bundled climbers raising their arms in victory, the never-nearer sun on their faces and a whole world spread behind them.
The Jail Report For Aug. 22 to Aug. 28
Bruce Simms-Anthony Lobban, 32, Steamboat Springs - Third-degree assault (Steamboat Springs Police Department)
Routt County receives $1.8M in stimulus funds
County received $78 per person, but not all programs are apparent yet
Routt County received $78 per capita thanks to the economic recovery funds from the federal government, but Routt County commissioners said that money may not be immediately apparent to most residents.
Excel Gymnastics readies for 1st meet
Center will host 2 out-of-town teams at new spot Saturday
Excel Gymnastics opened 2 1/2 years ago at Riverside Plaza and moved to Riverfront Park in March. That space, in the flashy buildings by the James Brown Soul Center of the Universe Bridge, offered higher ceilings than, and nearly triple the gym space of, the Riverside location.
North Routt couple builds skin-screening system
Jim and Kris Stouffer have developed a machine to help doctors, patients monitor moles
Jim and Kris Stouffer have created the AccuView DV-5 Multi Imaging System, a five-camera machine aimed at helping doctors detect melanoma and skin cancer. The system takes photos of people so they and their doctors can monitor changes in moles and other potential signs of cancer.
Business File: SmartWool adjusts sales department
Steamboat Springs-based SmartWool, an outdoor performance brand offering Merino-wool-based apparel, socks and accessories, will restructure its North America sales department, according to a news release. Amy Beck will move into the role of director of sales-North America, and Kelly Gorder will take over as the director for key accounts-North America. The company also promoted Norma Hansen to fill a newly created position as director of project management and global business services.
Best of the Web: Supporting free concerts
Love the concerts. ... Thanks so much. In addition to individual donations, how about a donation bucket at the gate when you walk in?
John C. Doolittle: Health care issues
The death of Sen. Ted Kennedy of Massachusetts on Tuesday night of inoperable brain cancer highlights two important issues whose answers are imbedded in the House of Representatives National Healthcare Bill.
Bonnie Szidon: Tubing complaints
My husband and I finally had the opportunity to float the Yampa River. It was in late July, and we had fun. But the trip wasn't long enough. I sincerely hope the city will make a longer course and more convenient for returning to downtown. Getting out of the river and waiting for the shuttle in a trash yard parking lot was not fun. Surely the city can make an attractive point for getting out of the river.
Greg Binsfeld: Health care reform
I rarely go to the blogs after reading the letters in the Sunday Steamboat Pilot & Today. I avoid them because it seems the anonymity allows for lower concern with how people express themselves. In fact, while I have seen some improvement with changes in policy of the newspaper, I still see some writers that border on being rude. I very much respect those that attach their names.
Trudy and Lew Wells: We love flowers
As proud owners of a West Condominiums unit and coming to Steamboat for over 30 years, we have seen plenty of changes. To find more and seemingly more magnificent flowers than ever is the best. The word "beautiful" is simply too weak.
Steamboat 700 effects on traffic weighed, debated
Traffic concerns are among the many issues being debated as the Steamboat Springs City Council nears an October vote on the multi-faceted Steamboat 700 project that is seeking annexation.
Lulu Gould: Put shoe on other foot
Given the confusion many of us feel concerning the proposed health care reform, I would like to address just one of the extremely important issues that are crucial to any reform package signed into law this fall. It is a problem that most of us don't even worry about until it is too late: pre-existing conditions. Events from my life experiences connect me deeply to this issue, but there is no doubt that this topic has, will, or is currently affecting almost everyone or someone in the lives of everyone reading this.
Our View: The 'hows' of housing
Many of the proposed changes to Steamboat Springs' community housing ordinance offer the promise of fixing a flawed policy, but such efforts may be premature so long as there is no clarity on what the city hopes to accomplish in the way of affordable housing.
Joel Reichenberger: Triathletes owe a thank you
At least 575 athletes set their alarm clocks for bright and early this morning and hauled themselves out of bed for the fifth annual Steamboat Triathlon.
Steamboat Springs High School tennis for Aug. 29
Steamboat Springs High School tennis for Aug. 29
Ranch proposal seeks to use transfer of development rights
Slate Creek plans include homes, golf course
A Houston-based development firm that owns Slate Creek Ranch, just northwest of the Steamboat Springs Airport, is tentatively pursuing a plan to build as many as 235 5-acre home sites and a 36-hole golf course.
On the Market: Jane Blackstone plans return to Oregon for job
Jane Blackstone, of the Steamboat Springs Urban Renewal Advisory Committee, is relocating to take a job as economic development manager with the city of Lake Oswego, Ore., south of Portland.
Real estate transactions for Aug. 20 to Aug. 27, 2009
Real estate transactions for Aug. 20 to Aug. 27, 2009
2 earn honors for service in name of longtime doctor
Frederick Ewing "Doc" Willett spent most of his medical career in Steamboat Springs, but his influence spread across the country, his great-nephew said.
Class notes: Wright to play soccer at Colorado College
Daniel "Frenchy" Wright, a 2009 graduate of The Lowell Whiteman School and a 4-year varsity player for the Steamboat Springs High School soccer team, was selected to play for the soccer program at Colorado College in Colorado Springs.
Cooke returns to classroom after more than 3-year absence
Brad Cooke never really lost the desire to teach. One of the new faculty members at Soroco High School, where he will teach social studies, Cooke returned to teaching full time this fall after about two years building furniture for Dovetail Designs in Oak Creek.
The Record for Aug. 28
12:19 a.m. Steamboat Springs police were called to a noise complaint in the 1900 block of Steamboat Boulevard. They issued a ticket.
Long-anticipated Strawberry Park home becomes reality
There's something to be said for buying Routt County land and holding it for the long haul. Especially when the parcel in question is a secluded building site overlooking Soda Creek and an ocean of trees with a glimpse of the ski trails on Storm Peak in the distance.
Routt County Spotlight: Glenn Airoldi
Occupation: Director of online marketing at SmartWool
Committee plans annual Oak Creek Labor Day events
After initial fears that the Labor Day festivities in Oak Creek would wane this year, the Labor Day Committee has come up with an extensive schedule and more than $3,000 in donations for a live auction.
Discussion on taxes closes Freedom Conference
Speaker: Protests can ease pressure on politicians
Grover Norquist closed out the inaugural Freedom Conference by encouraging participants to form an "exoskeleton" for their politicians. Through raising their voices, rallying and speaking up at town hall meetings, conservatives can strengthen their politicians against pressures, he said.
Looking back for Aug. 31, 1934
An unusually large number of boys and girls will go to college this year from Steamboat Springs and the vicinity. Some will enter business college; others will complete their four-year course.
Steamboat briefs: Historic register applications due Monday
Applications for designation on the Routt County Register of Historic Properties are due Monday in the Routt County commissioners office in the Routt County Courthouse. The Historic Preservation Board will review applications Sept. 9. Call Dee Bolton at 879-0108 for more information.
Kevin Fisher and Ryan Fisher: A pot conversation
(An excerpt from a conversation between Kevin and Ryan Fisher, proprietors of Steamboat's first medical marijuana dispensary)
