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Local expert: Fuel costs, recession offer challenges for hay growers
The abundant hay crop being harvested this week in the Elk and Yampa river valleys doesn't necessarily assure an economic boon for area farmers and ranchers.
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2 lost horseback riders found by helicopter
Search and Rescue spotted riders from the air Sunday
A 15-year-old girl and 25-year-old woman who became lost after horseback riding Saturday were rescued Sunday afternoon near the Sarvis Creek Wilderness Area in South Routt County.
Susan McIntosh strikes back against cancer
Woman moved to join Relay For Life after disease killed her father, friend's sister
When Susan McIntosh was 19, cancer took her father. Twenty-eight years later, cancer killed the sister of a friend - but not before McIntosh decided to work to stop the disease.
Slater rancher Tom Williams pursues burro racing
Baggs, Wyo., area native Tom Williams has been taking his burro with him to compete in running events. "She's really a lot of fun to run with," Williams said. "She can carry all your water and your pack. I don't run by myself anymore. She's too much fun to run with."
The Jail Report for July 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 July 24
1:50 a.m. Routt County Sheriff's Officials assisted a motorist at mile marker six off Routt County Road 14.
Best of the Web: Growth issue
Mr. Lewis : you are correct in that the CAYV has never publicly stated that they are an advocate of no-growth. However, when the leader of the CAYV has the opportunity to speak freely outside the controlled confines of well-rehearsed and scripted speech that takes place within the Yampa Valley - the truth is finally told. : Please explain to us how on your Web site and in public forums your organization states, "The Community Alliance has a long history of working on growth issues." : Yet, in the sixth sentence of his lecture in the friendly confines of Iowa State University only 3 months ago, (Steve) Aigner states, "The organization for which I now organize, the Community Alliance of the Yampa Valley, has fought growth forever."
Conservative commentary: Let's work together
I was heartened to read John Salazar's commentary concerning health care in last week's Pilot & Today. If Mr. Salazar means what he says about the problems, we can solve them well short of the essential nationalization of the industry under the current House bill.
Jack White: CAYV response
Several years ago, I attended a forum on growth that the Community Alliance of the Yampa Valley sponsored. It was a two-night event, with a panel of experts from all across the state. I was so impressed, I joined CAYV that night. It wasn't long after I found myself on the board of directors, and I am proud to represent the Community Alliance.
Christie Greene: Store trash indoors
After reading about the bear shot in downtown Steamboat, I could only think of one thing. Why are some residents storing their trash outside? This tragedy could have been so easily avoided if folks would keep food sources such as trash, birdseed and pet food locked away indoors with trash going out the morning of pickup. This is standard procedure in the mountains and law in some towns. I hope you find your renegade bear-killer, but in the meantime, by simple common sense changes in our own behavior, we can keep the bears in the Colorado mountains wild ... and alive.
Paul Mauro: Health care rebuttal
Alas, we don't need more opinions unsupported by facts. Health care reform is a difficult enough problem without fanning the flames with unsubstantiated comments as Mr. McConnell (July 12: The Suicide Option) did when he launched into typical G-No-P rhetoric. To wit:
Ron Dahlquist: We'll miss you, Greg
I was just informed that Greg Scott passed away a few days ago. Sadly, his passing leaves a void in the Yampa Valley that may never be filled. Greg was my friend for more than 30 years, through my tenure in Steamboat and after I moved to Maui.
Business File: Woodstone hires new performance consultant
Glenda Hachenberger and Edward Meagher III have announced that David Henderson has joined Woodstone Consulting in Steamboat Springs as an executive performance consultant.
Little League All-Stars win 1, lose 1 in Denver
Judging by pre-game warm-ups, Steamboat Springs 9- and 10-year-old Little League All-Star coach Craig Pasternak figured it could be a long day.
Sporting goods retailers see increase in innertube sales
River tubes are flying out the doors at retailers this season, which some see as a business boon and others see as a cause for concern. Peter Van De Carr, owner of Backdoor Sports and member of the Respect the Yampa campaign, sees rentals as a more environmentally responsible way to float.
Parade of Homes tour offers access to multimillion-dollar homes
Unless one is actually in the market for a $6 million home, it's difficult to wrangle an invitation to tour one of the Yampa Valley's showcase properties. Residents and visitors have a chance Aug. 1 to glimpse how the other half lives while making a difference for a range of local nonprofit organizations. They also can make notes about custom details that could be incorporated into the remodel of a more modest Steamboat home.
Hayden Reader of the Week: Valeria Gutierrez
The sixth Hayden Public Library Reader of the Week is 4-year-old Valeria Gutierrez.
Routt County Spotlight: Jon Wade
Jon Wade Age: 41 Occupation: Dad, husband, friend & broker/owner at Colorado Group Realty<
Real estate transactions for July 16 to 23
Real estate transactions for July 16 to 23
On the Market: Big boxes increasing in mountain towns
Silverthorne has a Target, and Eagle County has a Home Depot. Now, both of the mountain communities within 100 miles of Steamboat Springs are on track to get the national retailer they are missing.
Class notes: SSHS graduate earns college scholarship
Meghan Hartley, a May graduate of Steamboat Springs High School, was awarded a $2,000 Presidential Scholarship for the 2009-10 academic year at Western Washington University.
Vertical Arts earns architecture award from institute
Firm wins honor for office design
When Vertical Arts designers and architects crafted their space, they hoped to keep the environment conducive to collaboration. "We wanted to create an open loft space as our studio because we work close together as teams," designer Katy Vaughn said.
Joel Reichenberger: Landeros adjusts his dreams
This year's Behind the Boat skiing and wakeboard camp at Bald Eagle Lake featured plenty of new faces. Nikko Landeros, though, is an old hand by now.
STA summer championship results for July 25
Matches played Saturday
Holy Name to hold expansion fundraiser
August FUNraiser event will help church pay for $5 million project
Father Ernest Bayer, of Holy Name Catholic Church, is inviting the community to a "big party." The church is holding a fundraiser Aug. 9 at Saddleback Ranch, west of Steamboat Springs.
Program provides bikes to those who can't afford them
The Giving Bikes Back program is a collaboration of Home ReSource and Wheels Bike Shop and provides bikes to children and adults who may not otherwise be able to afford them.
Looking Back for July 27, 1934
75 years ago - From the Friday, July 27, 1934, edition of The Steamboat Pilot (Golden Anniversary Edition; the Pilot ran several letters to the editor from Colorado newspapermen and some from local residents, celebrating 50 years in operation):
John F. Russell: Bill Meyers' race against time
Bill Meyers is fast, and he isn't about to let his age slow him down.
Jaconetta makes burritos his way
To Lawrence Jaconetta, the burritos at Lupita's Cantina are a work of art. With ingredients he selects and toppings he chooses, the burritos are tortilla-wrapped acts of expression for the Oak Creek artist.
Burger family enters 8 into local tennis tournament
The hard part wasn't putting a smile on C.J. Burger's face. No, the hard part came early Saturday morning at the Steamboat Tennis Association Championships when C.J. finished his match, walked into the Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs and had to pick which family member to watch.
Local expert: Fuel costs, recession offer challenges for hay growers
The abundant hay crop being harvested this week in the Elk and Yampa river valleys doesn't necessarily assure an economic boon for area farmers and ranchers.
Lynne Miller: Bear killing awful
Who in their right mind would kill an innocent bear looking for food in an alley in downtown Steamboat? I am so angry about this. I hope that the authorities find whoever did it and he is charged in court. Then he should be sentenced to the same jail time, fine and community service given to Michael Vick.
Our View: County correct with salary move
It was a tough move politically, but Routt County commissioners were correct last week to restore full hours and salaries for 11 airport employees and the building department's electrical inspector.
145 competitors flock to Spring Creek Memorial
The Steamboat Springs Running Series welcomed a record number of competitors to a race for the third time this summer, with 145 competitors swamping Saturday morning's Spring Creek Memorial run.
Steamboat briefs: US Forest Service urges campfire safety
The U.S. Forest Service is reminding campers to be careful with campfires this summer.
Howelsen Place to reposition deed-restricted condos
Steamboat Springs City Council voted in favor of allowing Howelsen Place developer Green Courte Partners to sell six remaining one-bedroom condos formerly reserved for qualified buyers under income-based deed restrictions to market-rate buyers. In exchange, Green Courte has agreed to make cash payments to the city's affordable housing fund at the closing of each unit. A seventh unit sold under the previous deed restrictions is occupied by a longtime Steamboat resident.
