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A new direction
Sale of East West Resorts shows rental demand
The recent decision of Edwards-based East West Resorts to sell its property management contracts in Steamboat Springs underscores the increasing competitiveness in the industry and the trend toward consolidation.
Dems' convention shores up support
Steamboat residents reflect on politics
Three days after the Democratic National Convention ended in Boston, response to the event by Steamboat Springs' residents appears evenly divided. Many of those predisposed toward John Kerry remained so, and many leaning toward President Bush stayed with Bush. The convention did seem to further strengthen the feelings of Kerry supporters, however, and several Republicans tipped their hats at the energy and effectiveness of the Democrats' speeches.
Understanding history
Brown Bag Lecture Series offers glimpse of Routt County's past
Routt County history is like a giant jigsaw puzzle scattered throughout the Yampa Valley and surrounding areas -- you never know when or where you're going to find the next piece.
Our View: Primary motivation
Ten years have passed since more than 25 percent of registered voters turned out for a primary election in Routt County. Republican primary turnout has been as low as 12 percent in 1996, and Democratic primary turnout has been as low as 6 percent in 2000.
Re-using construction materials
New Home ReSource center protects landfill by deconstructing, recycling buildings
Brett KenCairn and David Epstein have visions of biodiesel filling stations, green construction and alternative energy options for the Yampa Valley dancing in their heads. They envision community-based solutions for globally sustainable living under the umbrella of their latest brainchild, the Yampa Institute for Land and Community.
Routt County spotlight: Stacy Trosch-Most
Stacy Trosch-Most Age: 29 and holding ... OK, OK 39 "ouch"
Arran Brody Soule
Arran Brody Soule, son of Kryssi Hinkle and David Soule of Craig, was born at 12:12 a.m. on July 21, 2004. He weighed 6 pounds and 2 ounces, and was 19 inches long. His siblings are Gavin and David Jr. His grandparents are Joy and Paul Bachem of Hayden, Gary Hinkle of Fort Morgan, Tal and Robin Willis of Craig, and David Soule of Seattle.
Soundoff for Aug. 1
Town and county So let me get this straight. Candidates for county commissioner told Hayden residents this week that the city should not dictate where the justice center goes. So does that mean that Hayden residents and the town of Hayden should have no say in where the county locates a new County Fairgrounds building or any other county-owned facility? I don't think so. And I don't think Hayden residents would take too kindly to Steamboat residents, or any other county residents, telling them where that county facility ought to go in Hayden.
Free ride to self-expression
Skateboarding becoming increasingly popular in Steamboat
"Genius is 1 percent inspiration, 99 percent perspiration," Thomas Edison said.
Belize Alexandra Berry
Belize Alexandra Berry, daughter of Lisa and Dave Berry of Steamboat Springs, was born at 1:50 p.m. on July 21, 2004. She weighed 6 pounds and 11 ounces, and was 18 inches long. Her sibling is Jake Berry. Her grandparents are Joyce and Clyde Webb of Lonetree and Bob and Sue Berry of Jacksonville, Fla.
Eliza Grace Bodden
Eliza Grace Bodden, daughter of Stacey and Joshua Bodden of Steamboat Springs, was born at 5:06 a.m. on July 24, 2004. She weighed 7 pounds and 11 ounces, and was 18.5 inches long. Her grandparents are Ann Tretter and Holmes Lamoreux of St. Louis, Mo. and Nix Bodden of Austin, Texas.
Neva Rae Morgan
Neva Rae Morgan, daughter of Megan and Jamie Morgan of Stagecoach, was born at 10:39 a.m. on July 26, 2004. She weighed 8 pounds and 2 ounces, and was 19 inches long. Her sibling is Ava Morgan. Her grandparents are Bob and Judy Koopman of Fort Collins, Harry and Madel Morgan of Broomfield, Sally and Chuck Stubblefield of Houston and Grammy Morgan of Terre Haute, Ind.
South Routt calendar for Aug. 1
n The Oak Creek Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. n The Toponas Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
John F. Russell: Passing time between ski races, storms
When you live in a mountain town made famous by Olympic skiers, it's easy to understand why a sport such as baseball might be considered the other sport.
Bessie H. Rowley (1910-2004)
Former Hayden resident Bessie H. Rowley passed away July 28, 2004, at Mantey Heights Rehab and Care Center in Grand Junction. She was 94.
Bennie M. Rule (1933-2004)
Former Steamboat Springs resident and longtime Alaskan Ben Rule died peacefully at his home on July 25, 2004. Rule, 70, was surrounded by his wife, children and a brother at the time of his death.
Christi Ruppe: Commissioners' work appreciated
I want to acknowledge the hard work of Routt County Commissioner Doug Monger for his work on the RS 2477 issue.
B.J. Heuberger : Enclave residents say thanks
On behalf of the residents and absentee homeowners, the Homeowners Association of the Enclave of Steamboat Springs would like to extend their sincerest thanks to the community of Steamboat Springs for the support and help in the recent devastating fire that swept through one of the Enclave buildings on Monday evening.
Flowers fading fast
Dumont Lake fewer than 20 miles from city limits
Last call for wildflowers. There are still glowing reports of spectacular wildflowers blooming high in the Mount Zirkel and Flat Tops wilderness areas. But July is gone, and the blooms surely will fade this month.
Class notes for Aug. 1
Zachary Wildman Stuart Moore graduated May 15, 2004, from the University of Wyoming with a bachelor's degree in communications. Moore is a 2000 graduate of Steamboat Springs High School. His parents are Bob Moore and Cheryl Hardy-Moore.
City to look at increasing traffic fines
The Steamboat Springs City Council will look at raising its fines for speeding tickets and other traffic violations at Tuesday's meeting.
Roughnecks split opening day games
Standing on the sidelines, waiting to take the field for his second game of the afternoon, Kevin Olsen was trying to decide whether his upper arms that had turned a reddish-pink color, were sunburned, beat up from getting hacked by lacrosse sticks, or both.
Family made of iron
Brother, sister compete in children's triathlon
Meghan and Penn Lukens are a combined 20 years old, but are already triathlon veterans thanks to IronKids Bread and the triathlon series it puts on every year.
Rockies kick up dust
Team tames Twins to win major championship, 9-1
The Rockies came prepared to win Saturday's Little League major championship. The parents blew up purple balloons and put together homemade streamer pom-poms. The players even packed cans of Silly String.
Republicans eye District 1
Westwater, Stahoviak battle for ballot
With early voting beginning this week, Republicans across the county will have the chance to pick between two candidates -- Bea Westwater and incumbent Nancy Stahoviak -- for the District 1 county commissioner seat.
Brodie Mckellen Skinner
Brodie Mckellen Skinner, son of Heather and Erik Skinner of Steamboat Springs, was born at 1:58 a.m. on July 23, 2004. He weighed 8 pounds and 9 ounces, and was 20.5 inches long. His sibling is Sutton the dog. His grandparents are Linda and Corky Corkadel of Steamboat Springs and Beth and Tom Skinner of Suttons Bay, Mich.
Larger turnout expected for primaries
When Routt County Clerk Kay Weinland ordered primary ballots this year, she ordered a lot.
Chipping away
As demand increases, ranch land falls to subdivision
Fifty years ago, Alan White's longhaired Scottish Highlanders would have been as out of place in the Yampa Valley as he would have been.
The Record for Aug.1
The following is a list of people booked into the Routt County Jail on suspicion of the listed charges. The arresting agency is listed in parentheses.
Tom Ross: A trip to make only once in a blue moon
When I learned that Saturday night would feature a blue moon rise, I got pretty excited and immediately made plans to organize my weekend around this celestial event. I'll bet you did, too.
