Stories for October 19, 2009

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Steamboat's Yampa Valley Autism Program keeps growing

Masquerade Ball benefits support services for families affected by autism

When guests come through the door at Yampa Valley Autism Program's second annual Masquerade Ball, they'll have a chance to bid on masks created by some of the children the program serves.

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Steamboat speaker provides career advice

Shari Harley encourages people to be honest, seek feedback

Shari Harley was impressed with her audience Saturday at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. About 25 people showed up at 9:30 a.m. on a beautiful day to listen to her speak for three hours.

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Steamboat's Yampa Valley Autism Program keeps growing

Masquerade Ball benefits support services for families affected by autism

When guests come through the door at Yampa Valley Autism Program's second annual Masquerade Ball, they'll have a chance to bid on masks created by some of the children the program serves.

Steamboat Briefs: CDOT issues update on US 40 roadwork downtown

The Colorado Department of Transportation said this week, Scott Contracting, Inc., will continue replacing old metal storm drains with new concrete pipe, moving west to east along U.S. Highway 40, from 11th Street to Fifth Street through downtown Steamboat Springs.

Deb Babcock: Lawn care for the fall

Quite often by the time the kids go begging for treats in downtown Steamboat Springs on Halloween, we've experienced some snowfall and certainly much cooler weather. So before winter kicks in and you lose the opportunity to give your lawn a head start on next spring's growth, take time to care for your lawn this fall.

Aging Well: Local programs help pay for mammograms, treatment costs

Most of us are guilty of putting off important health screenings or procedures. Often, that resistance has more to do with cost than laziness. It's important these women know there are local programs available to help them pay for breast cancer and other important screenings and even costs related to breast cancer treatment.

The Record for Oct. 17, 2009

Saturday, Oct. 17

South Routt Fire Protection District seeks volunteer responders

When the page for help goes out across the South Routt Fire Protection District, about 16 volunteers are ready to answer the call as firefighters, paramedics or both. Although the team is well prepared, Chief Chuck Wisecup said, he would like to have closer to 30 volunteers ready to respond across the district's 260 square miles.

Monday Medical: Get a powder day for your health

Health fair offers free screenings Saturday

Lynne Meyers is excited to wait in line Saturday. Just like a long gondola line on a powder day, the free health screenings at Yampa Valley Medical Center's annual Community Health Fair are worth the wait to Meyers, who has lived in Steamboat Springs for 23 years.

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Auction raises $21,000 for MCHS grad

Tests show Cory Pike is cancer free

An auction Saturday at the OP Bar & Grill raised money for the Pike family's unexpected expenses, such as gas and an apartment in Denver. Longtime friends of the Pikes put on the auction, and businesses, individuals and organizations around Craig and Steamboat Springs donated the more than 300 items.

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Low bids, few buyers at land auction

Sales of Dry Creek Village sites slow at Sunday event in Hayden

A Sunday land auction in Hayden featured few buyers, low bids and decreasing prices that attendees and property sellers alike attributed to the recessionary value of real estate in Routt County. Forty-three lots at Dry Creek Village subdivision were up for grabs at the Hayden Community Center.