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Video honors fallen soldier
Steamboat resident encourages others to remember service members
Paula Salky knew it wouldn't be a "happy present." But for her stepfather's 83rd birthday, she decided to make a four-minute film featuring photos of her brother, who died last October in Iraq.
Oak Creek woman dies in camping accident
Officials: Hypothermia likely cause after falling in reservoir
A 52-year-old Oak Creek woman died Wednesday night from hypothermia after she apparently wandered away from a campsite near Chapman Reservoir and fell into the water. Rio Blanco County Sheriff and deputy coroner Anthony Mazzola said Christine Ann Riggle was camping with two other Oak Creek women on Dunkley Pass when she left the campsite Wednesday night and did not return.
Whittle the Wood is art with a chainsaw
When the historic cottonwoods shading Craig City Park began to deteriorate several years ago, the Craig Parks and Recreation Department decided to leave the tree stumps for local artists to decorate with elaborate carvings.
Steamboat artist, sculptor dies
Richardella, 30, produced kayaker Rich Weiss sculpture
Tyler Mark Richardella, a Steamboat Springs artist and sculptor, died Tuesday at University Hospital in Denver. He was 30.
A retail renaissance
Chief economist convinced downtown's future is bright
Wealthy baby boomers with an appetite for quality food could be the key to filling Steamboat Springs' burgeoning downtown commercial district, Carl Steidtmann said Thursday.
A voice for smaller schools
Poole named League of Charter Schools board member
Colleen Poole's voice is now louder.
Art in the Park brings visitors from all over
Like many local Steamboat Springs events, Art in the Park grew from meager beginnings to now attracting more than 100 national artisans.
An area guide to biking
Continental Divide: Gives bikers the option of spending the day or a few days on the trail. Get a break from the crowds at the more popular rides, but remember that bikes are not allowed in wilderness areas.
Campground space sparse for holiday weekend
Area campgrounds are filling up quickly for Memorial Day weekend, but spots still exist at several local sites.
Routt County plans tributes for Memorial Day
Holiday a reminder that 'freedom isn't free'
A variety of Memorial Day ceremonies throughout Routt County will pay tribute Monday to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.
Babcock: Spring best time to fertilize perennials
The gardening catalogs that we pour over this time of year often show the plants at their peak bloom, bursting with lush foliage and vibrant colors. To replicate that look once the plants are settled into your garden, you'll probably need to fertilize them.
Hayden Cog Run proves sucessful
With three races, beautiful weather and a ton of prizes, the Hayden Cog Run proved to be a hit once again.
A musical message
Anna Roder, 15, puts violin ability on display
Anna Roder doesn't remember the first time she picked up a violin. She also doesn't remember living without it.
Happy Hours
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Calamity Jane's Where: 107 Moffat Ave., Oak Creek When: 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday Special: Appetizer specials and 50 cents off draft beers
Hard hat art
Hard hats, banners mark Main Street's 'Downtown Renaissance'
Hard hats will safeguard the craniums of countless construction workers during this summer's building boom in downtown Steamboat Springs, but Tracy Barnett is concerned about keeping the creative juices flowing in the heads of the people who will pass the construction sites daily.
A camping destination
Whether you prefer to car camp or backpack into a remote location, there are lots of choices for recreational visits to the Routt National Forest. Because of the early spring this year, some of the campgrounds could open early for the season, said Wendy Holden of the Hahn's Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District.
Dirt-biking is an adrenaline surge
Dirt biking and Northwest Colorado are a natural pair. Feeling the gust of wind blow through your hair is a great way to relax and get a surge of adrenaline.
Hop on a bike and see Northwest Colorado
From racing to leisure, plenty of bikes to go around
Biking - be it on a paved road or a mountain trail - is one of the most popular recreation activities in Northwest Colorado.
Good year for whitewater rafting
The good news for whitewater rafters in Northwest Colorado this summer is that giant Dillon Reservoir filled early, ensuring water releases that should help keep the upper Colorado River south of Steamboat Springs interesting all summer.
Tubing the Yampa River
A great way to spend a summer afternoon
Inner tubes dot the Yampa River nearly all summer, and if you have never jumped in to try tubing, now is your chance.
On Scene
Mud season at its best
No clowning around
Scott Parker to perform grand finale with We're Not Clowns
We're Not Clowns will perform a juggling act of its own as the group works to find a replacement for Scott Parker.
Bluegrass and beyond
Head for the Hills takes pickin' to new places
This ain't no ordinary pickin' band.
Allison Plean: Fade in
The first thing my professor asked me in the first film class I took in college was: "Which actress would play you in a movie about yourself?"
Kayakers love the Yampa
Every summer, people feel free to learn to kayak on the last free-flowing river in the Colorado River drainage.
Hiking in Northwest Colorado
It's not just a walk in the woods
Hiking opportunities abound in Northwest Colorado. Besides the miles of trails and acres of open public lands to be explored, hikers can find an exciting range of wilderness environments - including Alpine tundra, rivers and creeks, lush forests and desert canyons.
Rodeo a key part of Steamboat heritage
Longtime rodeo personality John Shipley understands that the sport of rodeo continues to evolve each year, but the president of the board of directors of the Steamboat Springs Professional Rodeo Series remains grounded in its roots.
Mount Werner a home to summer leisure
Sipping martinis while watching the sun set is among the many ways to enjoy the summer at Mount Werner.
Fish Creek Falls a sight to see
One of the most popular hiking spots in the area is accessible off Steamboat's main drag.
Northwest Colorado offers variety for hunters
Northwest Colorado has been described as a hunters' paradise.
Racing offered at Hayden Speedway
Tucked into the hills and just two miles south of Hayden on Lincoln Avenue sits the Hayden Speedway.
Bicycle Tour back in 'Boat
Routt County to be start, finish of 418-mile loop
Kent Powell likes to think of the Bicycle Tour of Colorado as "just a little, hardcore tour."
Botanic Park is a hidden gem
In the middle of Steamboat Springs, there is a 6-acre oasis known as the Yampa River Botanic Park. This city park hosts 40 gardens, 500 trees and many species of wildlife.
World's top paddlers converge in Steamboat for Pro Invitational
Paddling Life magazine publisher Eugene Buchanan was testing the waters last year when he brought the first annual Pro Invitational to Steamboat Springs. The event includes a unique dual-discipline format that favors the top kayakers who can grease a creek line in the morning and then throw huge wave tricks in the afternoon.
Rancher on road to recovery
Hayden's Avis Funk, 89, healing up at Sandrock center
Longtime Hayden rancher Avis Funk is recovering at the Sandrock Ridge Care and Rehab Center in Craig from an injury she sustained while working on her ranch last month.
Seminar at CMC geared toward entrepreneurs
Ambitious entrepreneurs can learn from the experts during a workshop in Steamboat Springs next month.
Soroco ready for Saturday graduation
When Soroco senior class president Toni Lombardi walks across the high school gym Saturday to accept her diploma, she'll be saying goodbye to 38 brothers and sisters.
The Record for May 23
Wednesday, May 23
Briefs for May 25
Totally Kids offers summer activities for youths
Dr. Dudley receives award
Local physician honored with Walking Stick
Dr. James Dudley, a family physician who has practiced in Steamboat Springs since 1980, is the recipient of the 2007 Distinguished Physician High Plains Walking Stick Award.
Filling the sky with balloons
For two days this summer, scores of hot air balloons will not only fill the skies above Steamboat Springs with a rainbow of color - the balloons will also splash reflections of color onto water below.
