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Kyle Turner Bannowsky
Kyle Turner Bannowsky, son of Maggie and Chris Bannowsky of Steamboat Springs, was born at 12:19 a.m. March 11, 2005. He weighed 5 pounds and 9 ounces, and was 18.5 inches long.
'Penguins' endure icy water for cause
Midmorning was not too early for a stiff Bloody Mary or margarita.
Schad Alan Micklich
Schad Alan Micklich, son of Dana and Shayne Micklich of Hayden, was born at 2:18 p.m. March 10, 2005. He weighed 7 pounds and 2 ounces, and was 20 inches long. His siblings are Damara and Andie. His grandparents are Richard and Sharon Beavregard of Salida, and Anita Dailey of Hayden.
Sound Off for March 20
"Keep Bible out" in last Sunday's Pilot & Today was the best and most articulate treatment of religious encroachment into schools and government that I have seen in a long time.
In search of winter wildlife
Snowshoeing offers a great change of pace from downhill skiing, and for some lucky souls, it's a chance to spot wildlife in the winter environment.
The Record for March 20
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.
No girls allowed
Boys-only book club gets students excited about reading
Reading comes easily to first-grader Jack Coon. But the Soda Creek Elementary School student just wasn't getting excited about books.
Dr. Kevin King: Pastor responds to letter
I am writing in response to the letter by Stephanie Dye titled "Keep Bible Out" Sunday, March 13, 2005. Although I disagree with the position offered in her letter, I nonetheless support her right to hold it and express it.
Forget cold: Ski areas want to see hot beds
Vail, Aspen officials offer insights on redevelopment
Resort operators don't care whether skiers can burn up the slopes, as long as they can keep the beds warm.
Change around the corner
Old motel yields to dramatic plans for brick building
A large, red brick building that would transform the 600 block of Lincoln Avenue is coming closer to reality.
Building materials take on second life
Recycling business offers tax breaks, environmental benefits
A prime 10-acre lot off Anglers Drive soon will be free of an outdated 1980s-era home.
Business briefs for March 20
McCollum promoted to mortgage loan officer John McCollum, a Routt County native, has been promoted to mortgage loan officer and will join Holly Rogers at Vectra Bank Colorado's Steamboat Springs branch.
Tallyn Daly Wagner
Tallyn Daly Wagner, son of Lisa and Jay Wagner of Craig, was born at 4:26 a.m. March 6, 2005. He weighed 8 pounds and 9 ounces, and was 20.5 inches long. His sibling is Steven Wagner. His grandparents are Frank and Linda Mintken of Arizona City, Ariz., Ray Wagner of Hamilton and Billie Sanchez of Craig.
Billy Conn Lawton
Billy Conn Lawton, son of Lisa and Chad Lawton of Craig, was born at 2:37 p.m. March 9, 2005. He weighed 7 pounds and 14 ounces, and was 19 inches long. His siblings are Morgan and Bailey. His grandparents are Brad and Lorrie Butler of Craig, Barbara Lawton of Maybell, and Ron and Shirley Lawton of Craig.
Alexandra Edwina Noyes
Alexandra Edwina Noyes, daughter of Cassie and Andrew Noyes of Denver, was born at 6:20 p.m. March 12. She weighed 5 pounds and 1 ounce, and was 17 inches long. Her grandparents are Donna and Aaron Silberstrom of Highland, Md., and Ann and Hal Noyes of Steamboat Springs.
Anne Barounos: No to Bible class
In reading the recent Steamboat Today articles and opinions about the possible introduction of a Bible class into Steamboat Springs public schools, I find myself with highly mixed feelings.
Class Notes for March 20
Melissa L. Rogers, a 2004 Steamboat Springs High School graduate, was named to the dean's list at the University of Colorado at Denver for the fall 2004 semester.
Baden Caddell Park
Baden Caddell Park, son of Heather and Jeffrey Park of Steamboat Springs, was born at 6:48 p.m. March 2, 2005. He weighed 7 pounds and 5 ounces, and was 20 inches long. His sibling is Griffin. His grandparents are Joseph and Lynne Caddell of Steamboat Springs, Bro and Dee Park of Grantham, N.H., and Audrey Park of Burlington, Vt.
Neraeh Destiny Lira
Neraeh Destiny Lira, daughter of Shawnelle Lira of Craig, was born at 12:59 a.m. March 4, 2005. She weighed 7 pounds and 12 ounces, and was 20 inches long. Her grandparents are Terri and Jay Mascarenas of Craig, and Charles and Martha Lira of Pueblo.
Hometown favorites return to Howelsen
Todd Lodwick will try to add to his collection of championship titles this week during the 2005 Chevrolet U.S. Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined Championships at Howelsen Hill.
Our View: Taylor, White key to deal
Colorado's lawmakers finally got a much-needed budget-reform deal done last week thanks in large part to legislators such as our own Jack Taylor and Al White.
Crawford family: Thank you
We would like to thank all the wonderful people and businesses who donated food, time and help for "Marv's Celebration of Life" on Jan. 22.
Wayne Weber, Gar Williams and Jim Stanko: Vets appreciated
Steamboat Springs American Legion Post 44 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4264 would like to thank Charles Feldmann of Feldmann, Nagel and Oliphant LLC, and the Steamboat Springs Police Department for sponsoring the welcome home celebration for Deputy Dwight Murphy, Detective David Kleiber and Sgt. John Rezzonico.
Sam Haslem: RICD concerns
It seems to me the Steamboat town government is shooting itself in the collective foot by spending so much money on the recreation in Steamboat diversion issue and lobbying against Sen. Jack Taylor's bill.
State Sen. Jack Taylor: Defending SB 62
The Colorado Supreme Court's ruling last week on recreational water rights underscores the need for legislation I am carrying in the General Assembly this session. My Senate Bill 62 ensures that recreational in-channel diversions of Colorado's rivers don't upset the delicate balance among the many competing demands on our state's most precious natural resource.
Boys mark a first
Sailors lacrosse clinches first league win
The Steamboat Springs boys lacrosse team picked up the program's first league win Saturday in Evergreen.
Sailors sweep opener
Steamboat Springs senior Stacy Cavanagh did a little shake of the shoulders and hopped toward the middle of the tennis court. Freshman Molly Weiss mimicked the dance of her No. 1 doubles partner.
John F. Russell: Time to wake up
I can't really think of a good reason to get out of bed before my alarm goes off at 7 a.m.
South Routt Calendar for March 20
Monday, March 21 The Oak Creek Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Toponas Public Library is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Local flight service won't fly ambulance
Owners say responsibility of providing service too great for their small business
Mountain Flight Service is not interested in owning or operating an air ambulance service in the Yampa Valley.
Pilot's family finds closure
Steamboat men to bury father's remains 30 years after he was shot down in Vietnam
Tom Dunlop was 12 years old when he waved goodbye to his father from a Hawaii military base. Thirty-three years later, he finally knows what happened to his dad in the skies over Vietnam.
Marian A W Coakley: Save the barn
Recently I was in Steamboat Springs and had a wonderful time. While shopping downtown I saw the picture of a beautiful barn on a postcard. It is located near one of the lower ski parking lots.
Taylor, White pleased with budget deal
Steamboat Springs' state legislators are happy with the bipartisan budget deal they helped to craft last week. Now, state Sen. Jack Taylor and state Rep. Al White said, comes the hard part -- selling the plan to voters.
Balancing nerves, excitement
Production company holds auditions for its first play, 'Anything Goes'
You could feel the excitement in the community theater of the Soroco Middle School on Wednesday afternoon.
