Steamboat Today: Stories for July 30, 2010

Steamboat Legion team ousted at state tournament

Steamboat Springs American Legion baseball team loses to Rangely, 15-7, after win against Eagle Valley on Friday.

What to do in Steamboat for July 30 to Aug. 5

Grammy-winning jazz trumpeter Chris Botti, known for his soulful, contemporary style, plays at 8 p.m. today at the Strings Music Pavilion. The show is sold out, but lawn tickets are available for $45.

Steamboat youth lacrosse results for July 30

Steamboat Springs Team Lightning results for July 23 to 25

Steamboat Springs American Legion team drops opener

The Steamboat Springs American Legion baseball team lost its opening game of the American Legion state tournament Thursday in Craig, falling to Strasburg, 5-2.

Hayden, Steamboat set for football scrimmage

After months without football, Steamboat Springs High School and Hayden High School will meet at 6 p.m. today at Gardner Field for a scrimmage, culminating two-week camps for both programs.

Nordic team set for US Championships

The U.S. Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined Championships are set to begin today in Park City, Utah, the third year the championships have been held in the summer.

Steamboat Pirates head to Special Olympics softball tournament

Team to play in Mile High Classic on Saturday

The Pirates Special Olympics softball team, which is made up of players from Routt and Moffat counties, will travel to Lakewood on Saturday to square off against four other teams in three adult divisions.

Zions eye titles at Steamboat rodeo

Event returns at 7:30 p.m. today, Saturday

A strong field of other cowboys and cowgirls will ensure the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series keeps on rolling as the circuit resumes for two more weekend performances, at 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday at Brent Romick Rodeo Arena.

Carbondale won’t cap pot dispensaries

Even with 12 current medical marijuana retail facilities and prospects for three more, the town of Carbondale still is not of the mind to put a cap on the number of such facilities it will allow.

Beaver Creek Art Festival returns this weekend

Event has mix of contemporary, Southwestern pieces

One-hundred fifty of the nation’s leading artists will converge upon Beaver Creek Village with an eclectic mix of unique and contemporary and Southwestern art, transforming the village into an outdoor art gallery. Admission is free and open to the public.

Mountain News Briefs: Crews work to thin fire fuels near Carbondale

Efforts to take place next week on BLM land

Work to reduce the risk of wildfire on Bureau of Land Management property near private lands will begin next week north of Carbondale.

Baxter Black: Why go to the county fair?

“Most people just don’t get it,” said my friend Ron, bemoaning the urban politicians that continue to whittle away at funding for county fairs and the Agricultural Extension Service. “It’s all about the kids learning real life.”

Leash law issue goes back to Steamboat City Council

Members to hear recommendations from Parks and Recreation

The Steamboat Springs City Council again will take up off-leash areas and leash laws at its Tuesday meeting. The council previously directed the Parks and Recreation Commission to work with the Responsible Dog Ownership Group of Steamboat, police and Parks, Open Space and Recreational Services to come up with options regarding off-leash areas.

Steamboat's CMC registers students remotely

College campaign sets up locations across Steamboat

Colorado Mountain College’s Alpine Campus has enrolled 137 people in credit and noncredit courses since setting up remote registration locations throughout Steamboat Springs this week, CEO Peter Perhac said Thursday.

Craig Grain sold to Utah company

After announcing he would step away from his business to retire, Gordon Grandbouche has sold the land and equipment of the Craig Grain Company. According to the Moffat County Assessor’s office, Grandbouche sold the two lots and equipment he owned for 43 years at 786 Industrial Ave. Darcy Land LLC, the real estate holding company of The Goodrich Mud Company, purchased both lots on July 21 for $700,000, according to the assessor’s office.

Craig Postal Service employees have mixed reaction to Saturday proposal

In less than a year, residents could find their mailboxes empty on Saturdays. Due to declining mail volume and revenue, the U.S. Postal Service has proposed eliminating a day of delivering mail, most likely Saturday, the lowest mail volume day of the week, said Al DeSarro, the Postal Service’s Western Slope spokesman. The Postal Service estimates it could save $3 to $5 billion a year by cutting Saturday delivery, DeSarro said.

National Night Out in Craig to promote crime prevention, community safety

A public event next week in Craig will include activities that emphasize community partnerships for a “safer America,” according to a news release from the Craig Police Department. The 2010 National Night Out, a national community policing program that promotes crime prevention and community safety programs, is scheduled to take place at 4 p.m. Tuesday.

ACET arrests Craig man

Bryan Koppe in custody on suspicion of intent to distribute

The All Crimes Enforcement Team arrested a 26-year-old man Wednesday afternoon in Craig on suspicion of intent to distribute. Bryan Keith Koppe was arrested at about 3 p.m. while doing business at a bank. His arrest, ACET reported in a news release, was the product of a joint investigation between the task force and the United States Postal Service.

The Record for July 28

2 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to a report of a burglary alarm in the 1800 block of Loggers Lane. The alarm was false, and the building was secure.

Steamboat briefs: Farewell party today for LIFT-UP’s Pam Graham

LIFT-UP of Routt County hosts a farewell party from 4 to 6 p.m. today for outgoing food bank and case manager Pam Graham.

Cast 4 A Cure expands weekend fundraiser with free concert

About 40 anglers will cast their flies into top-notch Yampa Valley waters this weekend, but they have their sights set higher than a few big fish. The Cast 4 A Cure fundraiser is looking to raise money, and eventually to find a cure, for a debilitating childhood disorder.

Hayden farmers market returns for 2nd year

Organizers scaled back the event to 3 days this summer

The Hayden farmers market returns this evening in a simpler, scaled-back form. The farmers market, in its second year, will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on South Walnut Street from U.S. Highway 40 to East Washington Avenue.

Nuisance alarm law for Steamboat gets 1 month grace period

New regulation will not include fines until September

The nuisance alarm law recently enacted by the Steamboat Springs City Council will have a one-month grace period in August to allow alarm owners to adjust, fire officials said Thursday.

New Wildhorse housing project planned in Steamboat

Reports this summer of new development projects being hatched have been as scarce as a slalom race in July. But the developers of Wildhorse Meadows said this week that they intend to enter the city of Steamboat Springs planning process in the fall to seek a permit for a new housing project envisioned to meet resort homebuyers’ desires in a post-recessionary economy.

Steamboat's 25th annual Decadent Desserts benefits Advocates

This weekend’s Decadent Desserts fundraiser will combine some of Nicolette Powell’s favorite things — chocolate, desserts, socializing, supporting Advocates Building Peaceful Communities and a little bit of friendly competition at 6 p.m. Saturday at Trailhead Lodge at Wildhorse Meadows.

Holden Young, Billy Franklin’s music careers intersect in Steamboat

Billy Franklin, a musician from New Orleans, and former bandmate Holden Young, of Boulder, will cross paths again to entertain a crowd at Ghost Ranch Saloon tonight with a blend of world beat jam rock and New Orleans funk and reggae.

Easy Star All-Stars to play free concert today in Steamboat

The reggae outfit Easy Star All-Stars will take the stage tonight in the third installment of the Free Summer Concert Series at Howelsen Hill. The show starts at 6 p.m. with DJ Also Starring.

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