News for Sunday, June 17, 2012

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Tony Stich: Voting for an ideal fit

My name is Tony Stich, and I am running for Routt County Commissioner District 1. As you’re considering who to vote for in this highly contested primary, please consider that should the moon and stars align, there could be a complete change in the Board of Commissioners.

Brita Horn: Taking time to listen

In these challenging times, Routt County needs a commissioner who will listen well, work hard and stay true to the vision of the future the people of Routt County have created.

Jim 'Moose' Barrows: Time to give back

I am running for commissioner because I have a passion for the Yampa Valley, cultivated throughout 60 years of living the dream.

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Whittle the Wood draws thousands to Craig

As the music started late Saturday afternoon at Loudy-Simpson Park, a few bold dancers stepped out onto the grass. Before long, a crowd had gathered in front of the stage, swaying singly or in pairs as Alter Eagles: The Definitive Eagles Tribute performed for a crowd that covered the lawn.

The Record for June 16

12:59 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to a report of a bike stolen from the 800 block of Yampa Street.

Steamboat police warn residents to lock cars

Steamboat Springs Police Department officers are continuing to warn residents to lock their car doors after cash, iPods and loose change reportedly was stolen Saturday from 15 to 20 unlocked vehicles.

Steamboat briefs: Elk River Road northbound traffic detoured this week

Northbound traffic on Elk River Road from U.S. Highway 40 will be detoured to Downhill Drive starting Monday to accommodate the replacement of an existing water line.

County Agenda for June 18 and 19

County Agenda for June 18 and 19

Jane McLeod: Mustard grows fast

Like many vegetable gardeners, I have a hard time waiting patiently for the soil to warm up for the majority of plantings.

Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo results: Rodeo No. 1

Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo results: Rodeo No. 1

Monday Medical: Program to discuss end-of-life

This past spring, Jodi Dorris went through an event we all dread. She lost her father, Joe Lacko, to a chronic illness.

Steamboat School Board has a full agenda Monday

New assistant principal for Strawberry Park and Soda Creek elementary schools named

Before it adjourns Monday evening, the board could adopt a calendar for the 2013-14 school year, award a building contract and hire a new assistant principal.

Police again an issue for Oak Creek

Resignation of Oak Creek officer reopens fraught questions

Oak Creek has struggled with staffing its police department for more than a decade. Now, after the resignation of Officer Lance Dunaway, the town must revisit what might be its most stubborn issue.

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Hope deflating on the Yampa River

Steamboat river already approaching end of recreation season

According to a National Weather Service forecast, the Yampa River could slow to 85 cubic feet per second in Steamboat Springs as early as Wednesday. Once the river falls below that threshold, it essentially closes to recreation to protect wildlife and the river’s habitat.