Election | Steamboat Pilot & Today

County Agenda for Feb. 11 and 12

Colorado county clerks say changing primary elections would save money

The top election officials in two of Colorado’s largest counties testified Monday that taxpayers are spending thousands of dollars mailing ballots to voters in uncontested primaries, a practice that upsets Democrats and Republicans.

2012 brought drought, tragedies and marijuana to Routt County

From a wintertime snow shortage to a summertime drought and extended wildfire season, 2012 served as a constant reminder of how much Northwest Colorado depends on water.

Routt County Democrats to interview commissioner candidates Saturday

Three Steamboat Springs men have applied for the position that was vacated by Diane Mitsch Bush, a Democrat who was elected last month to serve the new House District 26 representing Routt and Eagle counties.

Steamboat Springs lawmaker Diane Mitsch Bush gets committee assignments

The freshman lawmaker will serve on the Agriculture, Livestock and Natural Resources Committee as well as the Transportation and Energy Committee at the Capitol in Denver.

Routt County's Election Day votes checked for accuracy

Just because the political winners and losers usually are known by the conclusion of Election Day doesn't mean the work is done for the election judges and officials who oversee the democratic process.

Steamboat Springs City Council passes on emergency marijuana ordinance

The council voted unanimously Tuesday to table an emergency ordinance proposed by Public Safety Director Joel Rae that would have prohibited the establishment of recreational marijuana facilities for the next 90 days.

Pot not purely a partisan issue in Routt County

It wasn’t just the ski bums and liberals in Routt County that supported the legalization of marijuana.

No plans to market pot in Steamboat Springs

While some see opportunities, others have expressed concerns. One thing is for certain, though. The passage of Amendment 64 has put Colorado in the national spotlight.

Northwest Colorado property rights advocates vow to carry on

Three of the four candidates from Northwest Colorado whose views most closely matched up with the goals of Citizens were defeated in the election.

5 things Routt County voters can take away from 2012's general election

The results for Routt County in the 2012 general election were somewhat predictable, but some interesting information can be gleaned from individual races.

Passage of Amendment 64 gives way to questions about implementation, federal intervention

Colorado voters, especially those in Steamboat Springs, made it clear Tuesday they wanted marijuana legalized, and the passage of Amendment 64 has ignited a complicated process.

Early voting results key to Democratic wins in Routt County

Democrats in Routt County as well as across Colorado celebrated Tuesday night after taking control of the state House and Senate and seeing the passage of two amendments with widespread liberal support.

Routt County GOP seeks comeback after losses in general election

When they woke up Wednesday morning, Routt County Republicans didn’t wait long to start planning a comeback.

Democratic state legislators rare in Northwest Colorado

When Dick Soash was elected state senator in 1976, it was the first time a local Democrat held the seat since Republican rancher Charlie Murphy wrestled the seat away from Steamboat’s "Preachin’" Bob Norvell in 1928.

Voters in Colorado support Obama for 2nd presidential term

Colorado voters picked President Barack Obama on Tuesday, the first time the state backed a Democratic presidential candidate for a second term in 76 years.

Coloradans say 'yes' to recreational use of marijuana

Voters approved an amendment legalizing recreational marijuana use in Colorado on Tuesday, making this one of two states to end prohibition of the drug but also raising new legal questions and setting up potential court battles.

Colorado voters back pursuit of campaign spending limits

Amendment 65, which would theoretically stop the influence of corporate spending in political campaigns, was projected to win by The Denver Post, netting more than two-thirds of the votes.

Amendment S gains voter approval to change Colorado personnel system

Amendment S would change the state charter, allowing as many as six finalists for a job, allowing temporary workers to work as long as nine months and allowing job applicants to live within 30 miles of the Colorado border.

Mitsch Bush wins Colorado House seat

Mitsch Bush beat Republican opponent Chuck McConnell with 55 percent of the vote.

Tipton brushes off Democrat Sal Pace in Colorado's 3rd Congressional District

Tipton ran away in what was expected to be a much closer contest for one of the country's largest congressional districts.

Our View: An open letter to Tuesday's election winners

Despite the closely contested elections, there are a number of things most Americans feel strongly about and on which you must focus during your next term.

Baumgardner wins Senate District 8 race

The state representative from Cowdrey used the district's strong Republican majority to cruise past Breckenridge Democrat Emily Tracy.

Routt County turns out in large numbers for presidential election

Voters young and old turned out in large numbers for the 2012 election, headlined by a hard-fought battle for the presidency.

Corrigan defeats Barrows to win Stahoviak's open County Commissioner District I seat

County commissioner elect Tim Corrigan said he would reach out to all county employees to seek their buy-in.

Routt County Commissioner Doug Monger wins 4th term in District 2

Democrat cruises past Tina Kyprios to maintain his seat representing western Routt County.

Updates on local races in the 2012 general election

Follow live updates from Routt County and Northwest Colorado races. Tim Corrigan leads in the District 1 county commissioner race, and Doug Monger will hold his District 2 seat.

Updates on statewide and national races: Election called for Obama, Amendment 64 passes

Follow for live updates on Colorado and national issues and elections.

Election coverage is live on KEZZ Easy 94.1 FM

Brian Harvey, of KEZZ, and Scott Stanford, of the Pilot & Today, will provide live election results from the Steamboat Today office from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday on KEZZ Easy 94.1 FM.

No lines reported at polling stations in Routt County as voters decide presidency, local races

Boosted by strong early voting and mail voting turnout, Election Day waits have been non-existent in Routt County and Steamboat Springs. The polls close at 7 p.m. today.

Tom Ross: Framers of the US Constitution gave us bewildering Electoral College

In Maine, electors for one of its two congressional districts — the one with the most lobstah — could go for Obama. The other district — comprising the woodsier, mooseier part of Maine — could go for Romney.

Record number of Routt County voters favors mail-in ballots

Routt County mailed 8,675 ballots in October, and about 50 percent have been returned as of Thursday afternoon.

Randy Baumgardner: Proud to be the conservative choice

For the economy to recover, we need to support sensible legislation in the Senate that limits burdensome regulations and encourages private industry to invest in Colorado.

Emily Tracy: Strong, independent voice is needed

There is a lot at stake in the election this year, and the need for our elected officials to work together across the Continental Divide as well as across party lines is more important than ever.

Attack ads use outside money to target Mitsch Bush in House District 26 race

Hundreds of thousands of dollars of outside money is flowing into Colorado state house races, including District 26 in Routt and Eagle counties.

Steamboat residents campaign for legislature in Eagle County

Diane Mitsch Bush and Chuck McConnell are from Steamboat Springs, which raises the question of how well they are coming across in Eagle County, the only other county besides Routt in House District 26.

Early voting ongoing at the downtown courthouse in Steamboat

Routt County voters can cast ballots during the early voting period that began Monday and continues through Nov. 2.

Tim Corrigan: Listen, learn and compromise

For those of you who don’t know me, I am Tim Corrigan, and I am running for the Routt County Board of Commissioners’ District 1 seat. I’m a dedicated husband, a parent of four, a community volunteer, a local businessman and the president of the Soroco School Board.

Jim 'Moose' Barrows: A vision for the future

After 60 years of living the bounties provided by Routt County, I would like to give back to this very special Yampa Valley community by serving as a county commissioner.

Doug Monger: Proud of my accomplishments

Who is Doug Monger? I’m a fiscal conservative, a moderate Democrat, a problem solver, and a consensus maker who takes pride in thinking outside the box. I am a strong advocate for private property rights and multiple uses of our public lands. I am a leader and have consistently shown leadership qualities.

Tina Kyprios: It’s time for change in Routt County

I am running because I believe we need a fresh perspective and vitality to address the critical issues we face in our county. Right now, we need to work together through all areas of our county to get our economy moving.

Diane Mitsch Bush: Working across the partisan divide

I will cultivate our common ground, ditch the partisan bickering and heated ideological rhetoric and work earnestly across the partisan divide and the Continental Divide to make a better Colorado.

Chuck McConnell: Decisions guided by principles

I will work every day if elected to help small businesses in our state hire more employees; invest in property, plants and equipment; and help contribute to the American Dream.

Tisha Casida: Common-sense solutions

I think there are several agencies within the federal government whose functions could be pushed down to state and local governments, where there is more transparency and more accountability.

Gregory Gilman: A better future for America

The federal debt and lack of spending control, the inability of Congress to manage the federal government and our current “war mentality” are major issues that I feel must be addressed in order to move our country forward.

Sal Pace: Colorado needs new leadership in Washington

If the past few years of gridlock and partisanship have taught us anything, it’s that our current Congress is no longer capable of coming up with solutions to our problems.

Scott Tipton: Balance is key to prosperity

It’s important that as we develop energy resources including oil, gas and clean coal, we put equal effort into common-sense conservation and environmental protection.

Some Routt County voters not notified of tax measure

Some residents who own property in the Stagecoach area but do not use it as their residence weren't notified about a proposed mill levy cap increase on the November ballot for the Morrison Creek Metropolitan Water and Sanitation District.

Legislative candidates say Western Slope is misunderstood on the Front Range

Emily Tracy, the Democratic candidate for Senate District 8, said Colorado’s statehouse is occupied by “very much an urban/suburban Legislature.” Republican candidate Randy Baumgardner said collaboration between parties is the only way to get things done in Denver.

Candidates for county commissioner, statehouse spar over government's role

House District 26 candidate Diane Mitsch Bush said she felt vindicated upon learning that the state is considering new rules on water quality testing for oil wells. Her opponent, Republican Chuck McConnell, argued that developing the state's many natural resources without burdensome regulations is the quickest way to boost the economy.

Previous Next