News for Tuesday, July 31, 2012

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Coed B League Softball Standings and Game Results for July 31

Coed B League Softball Standings and Game Results for July 31

Bald Eagle Lake Open Water Swim results for July 30

Bald Eagle Lake Open Water Swim results for July 30

Steamboat briefs: Doak Walker Care Center receives a perfect score

The Doak Walker Care Center at Yampa Valley Medical Center received a perfect score of zero deficiencies in an unannounced inspection by the Colorado Department of Health from July 9 to 11, according to a news release.

Adult Coed Soccer League Results for July 31

Adult Coed Soccer League Results for July 31

Our View: Good to the last drop

There’s nothing like severe drought conditions to change one’s perspective on the availability of clean municipal water. This summer has provided some new perspective for many residents and business owners, and appropriately so.

To the Last Drop: Toilet talk: You’ve waited long enough

Water is essential in our daily lives. Turn on the tap, and water comes out. Have you contemplated how much you use inside your home?

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Businesses shuffling in Hayden

Yampa Valley Feeds owner Tammie Delaney hopes a coffee shop and a new retail presence will fill her store's space after it closes following the Routt County Fair.

Oak Creek seeks increased police protection from Sheriff's Office

Undersheriff Ray Birch said his department has responded to 21 calls in Oak Creek in the preceding 14 days. Routt County Sheriff Garrett Wiggins has said a long-term police presence would cost the town a little more than $50 an hour.

Hayden to consider easing fire restrictions

The town of Hayden on Thursday night could become the second town to follow Routt County’s lead in easing burn restrictions in response to decreased fire danger.

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Steamboat Wine Festival grows to 4-day event in 9th year

In its ninth year, the Steamboat Wine Festival is expanding to a four-day event drawing thousands to Steamboat Springs for seminars, tastings and outdoor activities.

Steamboat Springs cyclist Amy Charity wins in Salida

Amy Charity went three for three during the weekend at the Salida Classic, winning the time trial, criterium and road race.

Steamboat fundraisers to benefit winter sports athletes

The proceeds from an Aug. 19 bike ride will benefit the Gold Medal Initiative, an ongoing effort to help land Colorado athletes on the top of Olympic podiums.

Former Steamboat teacher in jail awaiting court decision

John Holland Brothers Jr., the former teacher accused of sexually assaulting a Steamboat Springs child, remains in Routt County Jail awaiting a decision from the Colorado Supreme Court.

Steamboat July rainfall double average, 5th wettest on record

With 3.23 inches of rain this month, Steamboat Springs has seen the fifth-wettest July on record dating back to the early 20th century.

First Friday Artwalk Listings for Aug. 3

First Friday Artwalk runs from 5 to 8 p.m. at various downtown Steamboat Springs venues.

Steamboat American Legion baseball knocked out of state tourney

The Steamboat Springs American Legion baseball team lost its first two games in the double elimination Legion State Tournament, falling, 10-4, to Fort Morgan and 10-5 to Summit.

Steamboat lacrosse shows well in Maryland

The Steamboat Springs all-star traveling lacrosse team recently competed in the Champ Camp in Baltimore, Md., facing top traveling teams from across the country.

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Joanne Palmer: Make like Andrew Carnegie and support library

Everything in life would be better if it worked like a library. Think about it. A library is built on trust, something that is in short supply these days.

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Routt County cowboys, cowgirls round up top honors in Pueblo

Brothers Eric and Jace Logan led the way for a strong local contingent at the weeklong Little Britches National Finals Rodeo in Pueblo.

Fishing in town stretch of Steamboat still a no-go

The voluntary fishing ban has been tough on local fly-fishing shops and guide services, but local professionals continue to support it.

Thrift store burglarized in Oak Creek

The burglary at the Brand Spankin Used thrift store at 107 E. Main St. was reported at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, and it is suspected the burglary occurred sometime after 3 p.m. Saturday.

The Record for July 30

1:14 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to a report of an attempted suicide in Steamboat.

Steamboat briefs: Horizons provides free screenings for children

Horizons Specialized Services provides free screenings for children. If you’re a parent and are concerned about your child’s development, call Kathy Northcutt at 970-871-8558.

10-minute delays Thursday on Rabbit Ears Pass

Motorists should expect delays of as long as 10 minutes during a rotomilling project on Rabbit Ears Pass.

Fire restrictions eased in unincorporated areas of Routt County

Stage 1 restrictions begin Wednesday

Effective Wednesday, the Stage 1 restrictions will allow charcoal grills and campfires within approved fire grates on state land and land in unincorporated parts of Routt County.

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Steamboat's Blake Worsley reflects on Olympic experience

Competition done for Team Canada swimmer

Steamboat Springs swimmer Blake Worsley helped Canada to a 14th-place finish Tuesday in the 800-meter relay.

Steamboat's Worsley and Team Canada finish 14th in freestyle relay

Blake Worsley had Team Canada in second place after his opening leg in the 800-meter freestyle on Tuesday. The team went downhill from there.