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Downtown Steamboat paving work done for summer
Paving scheduled to resume Sept. 7 after summer tourism season ends
All four lanes of traffic are open on Lincoln Avenue in downtown Steamboat Springs. Last week, crews completed paving work to Ninth Street from 13th on the south side of Lincoln. They’ve all but packed up until they resume in September, after the summer tourism season.
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by Jack Weinstein
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Zero Waste Initiative leading waste reduction efforts in Steamboat
Last week at a busy Bike to Work Day breakfast, Liz Wahl diligently was manning compost duty. “Toothpicks are trash,” she informed a helmet-toting cyclist carrying a handful of waste from the meal Wednesday morning on the Routt County Courthouse lawn in downtown Steamboat Springs. Wahl is part of the Zero Waste Initiative, a program of the Yampa Valley Sustainability Council aimed at reducing wastes at many of Steamboat's events and gatherings.
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by Mike Lawrence
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At least three vying for Engelken's council seat
Kaminski, Levy, Pietras apply for Jim Engelken’s at-large spot
Steamboat Springs City Clerk Julie Franklin said former City Councilman Kevin Kaminski, former City Council candidate Kyle Pietras and Steamboat Springs Planning Commission member Rich Levy have applied for the seat to be vacated July 6 by Jim Engelken, who is moving to the Front Range with his family.
Hayden town manager is finalist for job in Arizona
Russ Martin in running for city manager role in Camp Verde
Hayden Town Manager Russ Martin is one of three finalists for the city manager position in Camp Verde, Ariz. Martin is in the final year of a three-year contract and said he wanted to see what opportunities were available.
More than 30 runners and bikers compete in first Craig Duathlon
Craig resident Amy Peck had one goal Sunday while competing in the first Craig Duathlon. “I just wanted to finish the race,” she said. “And I did.”
Downtown Steamboat paving work done for summer
Paving scheduled to resume Sept. 7 after summer tourism season ends
All four lanes of traffic are open on Lincoln Avenue in downtown Steamboat Springs. Last week, crews completed paving work to Ninth Street from 13th on the south side of Lincoln. They’ve all but packed up until they resume in September, after the summer tourism season.
Fly fishing camp in Steamboat makes a splash
STARS fishing event reels in big ones on the Yampa
The fishing Sunday was a little like the United States’ stay in the World Cup — a whole lot of close calls and a few questions of “How’d that one not count?” In the end, though, those moments led up to a great morning for the campers at the inaugural Floatin’ The ’Boat flyfishing camp.
Zero Waste Initiative leading waste reduction efforts in Steamboat
Last week at a busy Bike to Work Day breakfast, Liz Wahl diligently was manning compost duty. “Toothpicks are trash,” she informed a helmet-toting cyclist carrying a handful of waste from the meal Wednesday morning on the Routt County Courthouse lawn in downtown Steamboat Springs. Wahl is part of the Zero Waste Initiative, a program of the Yampa Valley Sustainability Council aimed at reducing wastes at many of Steamboat's events and gatherings.
Luke Graham: Can soccer succeed?
For the average soccer fan, the World Cup introduced the sport to so many. It was fun — yikes, “fun” and “soccer-watching” in the same sentence. And overall in the United States, the World Cup has to be viewed as a success for soccer in a country where lots of people don’t watch the sport.
Steamboat Briefs: VNA asking parents to get children immunized
The Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association encourages parents to take a look at school immunization requirements and recommendations.
Steamboat's Sunday roping series returns
Event provides different formats for all ages
The Steamboat Springs Team Roping Series is back. The event, which includes different formats for ropers of all ages and skill levels, kicked off its season Sunday at the Brent Romick Rodeo Arena at Howelsen Hill.
Monday Medical: What’s in your sunscreen tube?
How did you choose your sunscreen? Attractive packaging, brand-name recognition, a high sun-protection factor and affordable price account for most selections.
The Record for June 26, 2010
Saturday, June 26
Deb Babcock: Exquisite small flowers
On a June 19 hike along the Elk River, I came across several of the most exquisite wildflowers found in our forests. To see them, you have to pay attention, because some of these are just an inch or two tall — but spectacular.
Aging Well: Plan for a fun and safe road trip
A well-planned road trip is a fun road trip, but for older adults, in particular, a bit of forethought can prevent the headaches and emergencies that plague the worst car excursions.
