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Steamboat looks to Front Range for visitors before spring break
Resort-based business owners who hang on tight through a challenging late February and early March could be in position for a modest reward in the second half of March. That’s when late spring vacations in large metropolitan school districts across the country are expected to boost spring skiing in Steamboat.
Michael Mottlau testifies in Capote trial about night Lopez was hurt
Michael Wesley Mottlau, who described Sgt. 1st Class Richard Lopez as his best friend, testified Wednesday about the events of Jan. 1 and 2, 2009, that led to Lopez’s death. Mottlau and his younger brother, Timothy Mottlau, were with Lopez when the group quarreled with David and Eduardo Capote and were present for the reported assault that led to Lopez’s death. Taking the stand at the end of the second day of testimony, Michael Mottlau recounted how he and his companions were at the Tap House Sports Grill, where he said the Capotes heckled them for their selection of song.
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by Zach Fridell
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Traffic delays at Pine Grove and U.S. 40
Police: One taken to YVMC after two-car accident with minor injuries
Police said one person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries Thursday evening after a two-car accident at Pine Grove Road and U.S. Highway 40.
Craig police step up school patrols amid reports of child enticement
Recent reports of child enticement have prompted the Craig Police Department to step up patrol efforts around schools, police reported Thursday in a news release. The police department reported that there have been two incidents in the past two days of strangers approaching children walking to or from school.
Mottlau brothers testify against Capotes in Steamboat
Third day of testimony in assault case continues this afternoon
Under cross-examination this morning, Michael Wesley Mottlau bristled when asked how much he had to drink the night that Richard Lopez was injured in what would turn out to be a fatal altercation.
Michael Mottlau testifies in Capote trial about night Lopez was hurt
Michael Wesley Mottlau, who described Sgt. 1st Class Richard Lopez as his best friend, testified Wednesday about the events of Jan. 1 and 2, 2009, that led to Lopez’s death. Mottlau and his younger brother, Timothy Mottlau, were with Lopez when the group quarreled with David and Eduardo Capote and were present for the reported assault that led to Lopez’s death. Taking the stand at the end of the second day of testimony, Michael Mottlau recounted how he and his companions were at the Tap House Sports Grill, where he said the Capotes heckled them for their selection of song.
Monday is registration deadline for 700 vote
Voter information can be updated until cutoff
Monday is the last day for city residents to register to vote on the proposed Steamboat 700 annexation.
Brent Boyer: Navigating Steamboat 700
Perhaps the most important city election in a generation, the fate of the Steamboat 700 annexation falls into the hands of the registered voters who will cast mail-in ballots beginning the week of Feb. 15. The passion of those residents who support or oppose the development is visible in the yard signs, bumper stickers, mailers and campaign advertisements more prevalent by the day.
Steamboat Nordic team hosts skate race today
Although the focus remains on the state competition Feb. 18 and 19 at the Frisco Nordic Center, the Steamboat Springs High School Nordic team could make quite the statement today. And what better place to do it than the comfy confines of home?
Town Challenge ski results for Jan. 28, 2010
Town Challenge ski results
Steamboat Telemark skier Lorin Paley 3rd in Norway
A U.S. Telemark Ski Team “A” member for the first time at the age of 16 in 2008, Steamboat Springs teenager Lorin Paley has managed to stomp through a few barriers in her short career.
The Record for Feb. 2
10:09 a.m. Police were called to a report of vandalism in the 1300 block of Lincoln Avenue. An employee of a business reported that he or she noticed a rock had been thrown through one of the windows, police said. There was a small hole in the window, and no sign of attempted entry into the business, police said.
Steamboat briefs: Intrawest sells The Village at Squaw Valley, Panorama Mountain Resort
Intrawest, the parent company of Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp., has sold two of its resort properties in the past week. On Friday, Intrawest sold The Village at Squaw Valley to Squaw Valley USA, the operator of the Lake Tahoe, Calif., ski resort. The European-style Village at Squaw Valley includes two condo-hotels, six restaurants, 20 retails shops and a full-service spa. The sale price was not disclosed.
Steamboat looks to Front Range for visitors before spring break
Resort-based business owners who hang on tight through a challenging late February and early March could be in position for a modest reward in the second half of March. That’s when late spring vacations in large metropolitan school districts across the country are expected to boost spring skiing in Steamboat.
Musical duo Mad Tea Party to mix styles in show today
Holding her ukulele with intent to attack, Ami Worthen has barreled into rockabilly music with a wry sense of humor and lots of instrumental power. As the leading voice of Asheville, N.C.-based duo Mad Tea Party, Worthen puts an amplified ukulele to work on songs that draw heavily on a variety of musical styles and cover topics from love to zombies.
Hinder signs letter of intent with University of California, Berkeley
There was a lack of suspense at Steamboat Springs High School on Wednesday. As other prep football stars from across the nation had hats in front of them, choosing the school they’ll play at for the next four years, appeasing fan bases and causing heartbreak for others, Austin Hinder did what most had known he’d do for a while.
South Routt School District hires consultant to help resolve staff differences
The South Routt School District brought in an outside consultant Monday in an attempt to address lingering personnel issues. The issues appear to be specific to the relationship between Superintendent Scott Mader and South Routt Elementary School Principal Michael Young.
Wrestlers hit mats at home
103-pound matchup to highlight 5-school competition
Lauryn Bruggink is fast on her feet and quick to lay down textbook maneuvers on the wrestling mat. T-Lane Mazzola is a cerebral wrestler who’s been quick to get up to speed in a sport that can terrorize high school freshmen.
