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Steamboat group discusses tubing issues
Even in February, summer activity making a splash
The collection of data describing the public’s growing enthusiasm for a float down the Yampa River on a hot day has grown into a small wave. But the options for managing the phenomenon remain limited. A group of about 20 gathered Wednesday night to discuss problems created by an increase of summer river users.
Evening
Capotes not guilty of 3rd-degree assault
Jury deadlocked on 2nd-degree assault charge for Eduardo Capote, who will be retried
A jury found Eduardo and David Capote not guilty of third-degree assault Wednesday after a day and a half of deliberations, but jurors could not reach a decision about the more serious charge of second-degree assault against Eduardo Capote. Jurors said the group deadlocked on the final charge, with five jurors saying Eduardo Capote was guilty and seven saying he was not guilty.
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by Zach Fridell
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Stories
Police: Minors snuck alcohol into party
Routt County Sheriff's Office official says parents who hosted Jan. 30 party for Dance Showcase participants and their families did not supply alcohol and had no knowledge of it. Police say the minors who were drinking weren't invited to the party and snuck the booze in.
Brent Boyer: Capturing the Olympic magic
Nancy Spillane couldn’t hold back her tears Tuesday while thanking the community for embracing her son, Johnny, who will compete in Vancouver, British Columbia, this month as a member of the U.S. Nordic Combined Ski Team.
Water main damages homes in Steamboat II
Monday incident affects at least 6 houses in development west of city
A water main broke Monday night in Steamboat II, sending a “wall of water” cascading toward several homes. The incident occurred after 9:30 p.m. Monday, said Jon Sanders, principal of Steamboat Flood Suckers.
Olympians visit North Routt school
Lalive and Carmichael speak to charter school students
Caroline Lalive and Nelson Carmichael made a special appearance in Clark to speak to more than 60 students during a lesson about heroes.
Steamboat Springs Teen Council meeting with local groups about center
Members of the Steamboat Springs Teen Council were impressed with the progress of the Sk8 Church as the group toured the facility Wednesday night. It was part of an ongoing effort the 16-member group started to discuss the possibility of a teen center with local groups.
Olympic History: Japan shines in ’72 Olympics
The 1972 Winter Olympics marked the first time the games were held somewhere other than Europe or North America. Instead, the games were awarded to Sapporo, Japan, a city on the northernmost island of Japan. Sapporo originally was awarded the 1940 Winter Olympics but resigned after the 1937 invasion of China.
Steamboat hockey grabs 5-2 win against Standley Lake
Jake Bearss scored twice as the Steamboat Springs High School hockey team rode a three-goal second period to a 5-2 victory against visiting Standley Lake on Wednesday night at the Howelsen Ice Arena.
Steamboat high school basketball to play at Pepsi Center
The Sailors boys and girls basketball teams take their games to the big stage when they face off today against Rifle at the Pepsi Center in Denver.
The Record for Feb. 9, 2010
Tuesday, Feb. 9
Casino fundraiser Friday to help Steamboat's Family Development Center
“Let the Games Begin,” an annual casino night and benefit for Family Development Center, is from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday at The Steamboat Grand. Tickets to the event are $40 in advance and $45 at the door.
Hayden, Steamboat, Soroco wrestlers ready for regionals
Wrestlers from three area high schools — Hayden, Soroco and Steamboat Springs — are gearing up for the regional tournaments Friday and Saturday.
Steamboat Briefs: Oak Creek board to talk about comprehensive plan
The Oak Creek Town Board is scheduled to consider final approval of the town’s comprehensive plan at a meeting at 7 p.m. today at the Oak Creek Town Hall. The multiyear process to create the comprehensive plan and land use codes comes closer to a conclusion as the board holds the final hearing tonight on the plan.
Steamboat group discusses tubing issues
Even in February, summer activity making a splash
The collection of data describing the public’s growing enthusiasm for a float down the Yampa River on a hot day has grown into a small wave. But the options for managing the phenomenon remain limited. A group of about 20 gathered Wednesday night to discuss problems created by an increase of summer river users.
