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Elaine Gay and family: Thank you

Many thanks to all those who wished me a happy 95th birthday by calling, visiting and sending cards, letters, flowers and gifts.

Our View: Spillane’s career noteworthy even by Steamboat standards

Even in a city that bills itself as Ski Town USA and is home to more Winter Olympians than any other community in the country, Johnny Spillane stands out above the crowd.

Paul Potyen: Support SB 252

As a member of the Yampa Valley community who is concerned about environmental issues, I support Senate Bill 252.

John Spezia: Just the facts

There is an old saying that states, “Everyone can have their own opinions, but not their own facts.” When opinions move into the realm of facts, citizens, elected representatives, voters and public officials make bad decisions and pronouncements.

Glenda Tibbs: Drive safe

Please be aware of all those construction signs out there for slower speeds.

Our View: A special graduation for CMC

College officials will tell you that all commencements are special, but there’s no denying that Colorado Mountain College Alpine Campus’ spring 2013 commencement ceremony is of particular significance.

Chuck McConnell: Costly to rural Colorado

If the Colorado Assembly has its way, the electric bills of hundreds of thousands of rural Colorado families, ranchers, farmers and businesses will increase needlessly. Senate Democrats introduced Senate Bill 252, which will expand by 150 percent the amount of high-cost electricity from renewable sources required by Colorado’s electric co-ops.

Bill Marolt: Best-in-the-world athlete

The past decade has seen the U.S. Nordic Ski Team’s greatest success. That is in no small part due to Johnny Spillane’s leadership and commitment to excellence.

Dr. David Criste: Good job, Senate

Incredibly, the Democrat-controlled U.S. Senate, led by Harry Reid, rejected any new anti-gun legislation. It apparently recognized that more laws that only place a burden on the law-abiding do not decrease violence.

Kenny Reisman: Be smart about alcohol

Some adults will host parties where alcohol is provided because they think they can better protect teens in supervised situations. However, these beliefs and misperceptions are not supported by research.

Our View: Ski season success a tribute to resort workers

With another ski season in the books, it’s appropriate to stop and thank the personnel at Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. for a job well done in this the 50th anniversary season.

Jim and Gayle Dudley: A caring community

Having lived in Steamboat for 34 years, we knew what a special place it is, but we are overwhelmed with the support and love that has poured out for our family.

Laurie Edwards: Congratulations, choir

Regarding the April 16 Steamboat Today article “Choir earns ‘superior’ rating at competition,” I had the pleasure of accompanying the group (on piano) for the event in Craig on Monday.

Johnny Spillane's letter to the Steamboat Springs community

U.S. Nordic Combined Ski Team athlete and Steamboat Springs resident Johnny Spillane announced his retirement Wednesday in a letter thanking the community for its support

Northwest Colorado VNA public health nurses: Vaccinate on time

Vaccinating children on time is the best way to protect them against 14 serious and potentially deadly diseases before their second birthdays.