Scott Franz is a reporter and photographer for the Steamboat Pilot & Today. He earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He interned as a reporter at the Boulder Daily Camera and as a photographer at Rich Clarkson and Associates in Denver.
Scott grew up in Austin, Texas, and plans to enjoy all of the outdoor activities Steamboat has to offer … and all of the days that don’t reach 100 degrees.
Recent Stories
Memorial Day service to pay tribute to 2 Routt County Vietnam veterans
Fifty years have passed since the U.S. entered the Vietnam War that killed more than 58,000 Americans. Forty-two have passed since Hildred Fogg lost her son in the jungles of that country.
The Lowell Whiteman School to graduate 14 on Saturday
Whiteman Head of School Chris Taylor and Experiential Learning Director Margi Missling-Root said Wednesday that they look forward to seeing what the Class of 2012 goes on to achieve.
25 to graduate from Soroco High School on Saturday
High school Principal Dennis Alt said Soroco’s Class of 2012 will go on to pursue diverse careers in fields spanning from athletics to agriculture. He added some intend to study abroad.
The Lowell Whiteman School students reflect on global trips
When Lolo Thornton departed last month for Vietnam and Cambodia, The Lowell Whiteman School junior knew only two Vietnamese words. But a language barrier didn’t stop her from connecting with schoolchildren in Chay Lap.
FFA Day a thrill for South Routt students
Organization members promote agriculture at elementary school
Students at South Routt Elementary School learned Wednesday that farming isn’t just about cows and sheep during FFA Day at the school.
Hayden recovers from early revenue decline
Town's year-to-date sales tax collections are down 2.5 percent
Finance Director Lisa Dowling reported Tuesday that the town has posted $414,993 in sales taxes this fiscal year, a 2.5 percent decline compared with revenue collected during the same period last year.
Steamboat School Board OKs Yampa Valley High School renovation
Dan Juba said Monday that after the Yampa Valley High School undergoes an $88,000 renovation project this summer, the campus will feel more like a high school.
Potluck to benefit Hayden pastor
Heritage Christian students find way to help former teacher in his time of need
When Heritage Christian School sophomore David Kissane learned that Doug Zirkle needed a new kidney, he immediately started to think of ways he could help his former Bible teacher.
Steamboat Springs School Board to consider technology contract
The Steamboat Springs School Board on Monday night could sign off on a $97,000 deal to have Steamboat manage the technology needs of a neighboring school district.
7 to graduate from Heritage Christian School on Sunday
After he graduates from Heritage Christian School, valedictorian Matthew Jones won’t have too much time to ponder his future. It begins Monday with a trip to Uganda.
