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No one injured in house fire near Milner
There were no injuries resulting from a fire that fully engulfed a home Monday night on U.S. Highway 40 just west of Milner. The home remained standing but appeared to suffer extensive damage.
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by Mike Lawrence
at 10:01pm
Evening
Skiing star, MS champion Jimmie Heuga dies
Kidd’s Olympic medal partner passes on after long fight with MS
Jimmie Heuga achieved immortality for helping to make U.S. ski racing history in 1964, but for those who knew and loved him, the memory of what he represented after his competitive career was over will be cherished even more. Heuga, 66, died at Boulder Community Hospital on Monday.
Afternoon
Eduardo Capote's wife takes stand this morning
Fifth day of witness testimony began today at the Routt County Justice Center. Desiree Capote cried several times during her testimony in defense of her husband and brother-in-law. UPDATE: Eduardo Capote took the stand at 1 p.m.
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by Zach Fridell
at 1:04pm
Early Morning
Steamboat's Winter Carnival a huge success
Winter Sports Club sells 1,000 more buttons than last year
Spectators lined Lincoln Avenue in downtown Steamboat Springs on Sunday morning for the street events during the 97th Winter Carnival. The 83rd Diamond Hitch Parade, a tradition that began in 1927 with the Ladies Recreation Club, followed the morning’s street events that included ring and spear, an obstacle course, street slalom, 25-yard dog dash, donkey jump and shovel race.
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No one injured in house fire near Milner
There were no injuries resulting from a fire that fully engulfed a home Monday night on U.S. Highway 40 just west of Milner. The home remained standing but appeared to suffer extensive damage.
Skiing star, MS champion Jimmie Heuga dies
Kidd’s Olympic medal partner passes on after long fight with MS
Jimmie Heuga achieved immortality for helping to make U.S. ski racing history in 1964, but for those who knew and loved him, the memory of what he represented after his competitive career was over will be cherished even more. Heuga, 66, died at Boulder Community Hospital on Monday.
Eduardo Capote's wife takes stand this morning
Fifth day of witness testimony began today at the Routt County Justice Center. Desiree Capote cried several times during her testimony in defense of her husband and brother-in-law. UPDATE: Eduardo Capote took the stand at 1 p.m.
Public input sought for Routt County fairgrounds
Community members can help update facility’s master plan
Members of the community often approach Routt County Fairgrounds Manager Jill Delay to give her suggestions about how the fairgrounds should be used. People have a chance to publicly air and discuss those suggestions this week.
Last day to register for Steamboat 700 vote
Deadline to sign up to vote on Steamboat 700 annexation is today
Today is the last day for city residents to register to vote on the fate of Steamboat 700, the proposed annexation on 487 acres just west of current city limits. On Feb. 15, the city and contractor Integrated Voting Solutions will begin sending ballots to registered voters for the all-mail election.
Steamboat briefs: Parks and rec staff set to hold Yampa River meeting
The city of Steamboat Springs Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Steamboat Springs Community Center to discuss last year’s regulation monitoring, education and enforcement efforts on the Yampa River.
Steamboat's Winter Carnival a huge success
Winter Sports Club sells 1,000 more buttons than last year
Spectators lined Lincoln Avenue in downtown Steamboat Springs on Sunday morning for the street events during the 97th Winter Carnival. The 83rd Diamond Hitch Parade, a tradition that began in 1927 with the Ladies Recreation Club, followed the morning’s street events that included ring and spear, an obstacle course, street slalom, 25-yard dog dash, donkey jump and shovel race.
Wilson flies as top jumper in annual Steamboat event
Flying Gelande Jumping Championships attract 15 contestants
When it comes to gelande Alpine ski jumping, Rolf Wilson is still the man with a jet engine in a world of propellers. Wilson, from Montana, faced some of the toughest competition he’s encountered in his run at the annual Pro Alpine Flying Gelande Jumping Championships on Sunday, but when he needed a big jump, he came up with it and won.
Luke Graham: Miles’ Soroco legacy
Cody Miles won’t be the last athlete from Soroco High School to earn a college scholarship. There’s been a cultural shift at Soroco. Teams matter again. Games matter again. Most importantly, sports matter again. By signing his letter of intent to play football at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Miles showed just how far the Rams and sports at Soroco have come.
Sports briefs: Hayden wrestlers ready for regional
The Hayden High School wrestling team went 2-3 in a series of five duals Saturday in a meet at Eaton High School, but coach Ty Camilletti said he saw what he wanted from his team and is confident heading into this weekend’s regional tournament.
The Record for Feb. 6
The Record for Feb. 6
Jane McLeod: Growing asparagus is a snap
Planting asparagus is probably one of the best investments a vegetable gardener can make. Because asparagus takes a couple of years before it can be harvested, it starts out as a crop for the patient gardener, but after that, it is ideal for the impatient gardener as it pops out of the ground almost overnight, sweet, tender and ready for dinner.
Pedestrian hit by car Friday night remains in Denver hospital
The Steamboat Springs Police Department could not release the name Sunday of the 51-year-old man struck by a car Friday evening because they have yet to contact his family, Detective Nick Bosick said. There were no new updates to the man’s condition Sunday, Bosick said.
Whole grains: A world of options
In their whole form, ancient and alternative grains, in addition to familiar grains such as wheat, oats, rice and corn, are slowly gaining a foothold in the American diet, providing significant health benefits and improving carbohydrates’ image.
Monday Medical: Eating your way to a healthier heart
Many of us could lower our risk of heart disease simply by making mindful changes in our eating habits. Registered nurse Susan Cowan, who has coordinated Yampa Valley Medical Center’s Cardiac Rehab program for 12 years, delivers this message when she “talks turkey” (and other lean meats) with her patients.
County Agenda for Feb. 8 and 9
County Agenda for Feb. 8 and 9
