Stories for November 26, 2001

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CMC, CDOT compete for spot

Groups want to broadcast own programming on radio

A state agency and a local college are battling to secure the same free frequency on Steamboat's FM dial.

First Impressions board getting back on track

This week First Impressions of Routt County will regroup after two ballot referendums meant to improve child care in the county were defeated decisively earlier in the month.

Public addresses concern about Yampa River plan

Low river flow, nonnative fish threaten endangered species downstream

There are two definite factors that could threaten four endangered fish species in the Yampa River living below Craig.

Others looking at Hayden smoking law

Hayden's success with curbing smoking among its youth has inspired some neighboring communities to follow its lead.

Tennis Center marks 10 years

A party this Sunday will mark the Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs' 10th anniversary, but the event could just as easily celebrate the completion of the original plan.

Mount Werner bombarded with snow

Ski area official unsure of terrain that will be opened Friday

The snow situation has turned around so dramatically on Mount Werner that Steamboat Ski Area officials say they'll wait until Wednesday or possibly Thursday to decide just how much terrain they'll open Friday.

Newark flights cut a 2nd time

The Steamboat Ski Area has cut back the frequency of direct flights from Newark into Yampa Valley Regional Airport near Hayden for the second time in 20 days.

Sheriff's deputy suspended for arrest

A 51-year-old Routt County Sheriff's deputy has been suspended without pay because of a recent drunken-driving arrest.

Group to discuss river health

Balance between fish, water rights sought for Yampa

Each year 125,000 acre feet of water is taken out of the Yampa River and a portion of the Little Snake River for agriculture, power plants and municipal use, which is 15 percent of the river's yield. By 2045, officials at the Upper Colorado River Endangered Fish Recovery Program estimate that number will increase to 155,000 acre feet per year.

Vigil to bring awareness for HIV, AIDS

On Dec. 1, the White House lights will dim in remembrance of the millions worldwide infected with HIV.

Fire council plans for 2002

City may discuss option of rejoining organization

As the Wildland Fire Council starts planning for next fire season, city of Steamboat Springs officials say the city is open to the possibility of rejoining the council.

Weather finally allows Howelsen to open K-90

Sunday didn't come fast enough for many members of the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club.

Lodwick takes 8th place

Steamboat's own Nordic Combined skier earns two top 10s over weekend

Two races into the World Cup season and two top 10s for local Olympic medal hopeful Todd Lodwick.

Tour of Lights shines again

Annual event brightens beginning of holiday season

The 2001 Tour of Lights sponsored by the Steamboat Pilot & Today and Yampa Valley Electric Association is designed to help get the community into the holiday spirit, organizers said.