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What to do this week in Steamboat for April 9 to 15
The third annual Splashdown Pond Skim will start at 1 p.m. at the base of Steamboat Ski Area on Sunday. Competitors sport costumes and attempt to cross an icy pond on skis or a snowboard. Registration for the event closes Saturday.
McConnell campaign counts on constituents’ anger, tea party principles
Say what you will about Bob McConnell’s odds — it won’t slow him down. It might only make him angrier. The fiery Steamboat Springs resident, military veteran, ski patroller, Copenhagen chewer and Republican candidate for Congress is campaigning relentlessly across the Western Slope.
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by Mike Lawrence
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Steamboat baseball game moves to Grand Junction
Craig fields weren't ready for matchup against Palisade
Because of weather last season, the team didn’t get one home game. This season, the team has been on the road the entire time but was set to open its home slate Saturday in Craig against Palisade. That won't happen.
Steamboat police ticketing for construction zone turning violations
Drivers who turn left when posted signs prohibit it can get a $120 ticket. The fine could then be doubled to $240 because the violation occurred in a construction zone, Steamboat Springs police said.
Fundraiser to benefit 2 local women leading a trip to Uganda
When Steamboat Springs residents Tiffany Russell and Jessica Schlapkohl are hosting a fundraiser called Scoops for Africa from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at Ciao Gelato to raise money for a trip they are leading to Uganda.
Steamboat athletes fare well at Copper
Locals claim 4 titles at snowboarding nationals
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club snowboarders and skiers continued to haul in top finishes and medals this week as the United States of America Snowboard Association’s National Championships played on at Copper Mountain.
Community Agriculture Alliance: 1 of the things we do best in Routt County
Many things might come to mind, but before we were skiing and snowboarding, the residents of this county were producing and selling top-quality cattle. The herds that were raised on our high-meadow pastures gained a reputation as some of the best in the nation, a tradition that continues today.
Local skiers heat up at Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup
Assistant Alpine Skiing Director Anje Worrell can’t remember the last time Steamboat Springs won the team title in the Surefoot Colorado Ski Cup. But that’s all changed. The members of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club wrapped up the 2009-10 Surefoot Colorado Cup Series with a team title.
Steamboat briefs: 5th-graders and mothers invited to Saturday event
The annual fifth grade mother-daughter event is from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at The Steamboat Grand. All area fifth grade girls are invited to come with their mothers or on their own. The free event includes breakfast, keynote speaker Deb Armstrong and opportunities for girls and their mothers to prepare for middle school and changes in their lives.
Primary ballots begin to take shape
Candidates who don’t get party nod still could petition to run
A snapshot of the Aug. 10 primary election taken today would show the possibility of just one contested race for Routt County voters. But that doesn’t mean the situation couldn’t begin to change quite suddenly Saturday when the county Democratic and Republican parties conduct their assemblies.
New Oak Creek Town Board officials take seats
Board finishes old business, swears in members
The Oak Creek Town Board did a bit of seat swapping Thursday night as the old Town Board held a final meeting for old business and a new board took its vows. In one of her first acts as mayor, Nikki Knoebel appointed the Town Board members to one of three commissions.
Routt County sheriff race showdown is Saturday
Field could narrow with 3 Republicans vying for votes at assembly
There’s at least one thing Routt County’s three Republican candidates for sheriff agree on: If they don’t get enough votes from party delegates Saturday, they’d likely drop out of the race rather than try to petition onto the August primary election ballot.
Sheriff’s Office continues investigation of Kati More
The Routt County Sheriff’s Office investigation into Kati More and the Loggers Lane Owners Association finances is continuing, Sheriff Gary Wall said.
Police arrest suspect for possession of stolen gun
Police on Tuesday also arrested a suspect on suspicion of possession of a gun stolen in the November 2008 burglary of a locker the Police Department used to store evidence. Four handguns were stolen from the locker, and police already have arrested one 17-year-old Steamboat resident in the case.
McConnell campaign counts on constituents’ anger, tea party principles
Say what you will about Bob McConnell’s odds — it won’t slow him down. It might only make him angrier. The fiery Steamboat Springs resident, military veteran, ski patroller, Copenhagen chewer and Republican candidate for Congress is campaigning relentlessly across the Western Slope.
Steamboat Ski Area celebrates closing weekend
Cardboard Classic is Saturday, Pond Skim and free concert are Sunday
Steamboat Ski Area hosts its third annual Springalicious celebration this weekend, with live music and zany events ending the 2009-10 ski season. The inaugural STARS Snowshoe Roundup gets things started at 8:30 a.m. Saturday. Participants hike a 2.4-mile snowshoe course to benefit STARS.
What to do this week in Steamboat for April 9 to 15
The third annual Splashdown Pond Skim will start at 1 p.m. at the base of Steamboat Ski Area on Sunday. Competitors sport costumes and attempt to cross an icy pond on skis or a snowboard. Registration for the event closes Saturday.
The Record for April 7
The Record for April 7
