Stories for November 14, 2007

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New City Council members dive into hot-button issues

Loui Antonucci was named president of the new Steamboat Springs City Council, and Cari Hermacinski its president pro-tem, during a Tuesday night meeting that saw newly elected council members make their mark in Centennial Hall.

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Give thanks, give turkeys

United Way seeks donations for annual community dinner

For its annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner, Routt County United Way and Wells Fargo Bank need a lot of pie.

The Record for Nov. 12

12:16 a.m. A missing persons report was filed at the Routt County Sheriff's Office. No further information was available.

Tinker Tiffany: Support housing

As I remember it, our City Council decided on the purchase of the Iron Horse Inn to supply affordable housing for city employees. I pictured, for example, housing for badly needed bus drivers.

Kevin Nerney: Setting the story straight

It's time to set the story straight. Originally, when this alleged incident took place back in February 2007, the judge told me not to talk to anyone about the case. Some people took my silence as a sign of guilt. From the beginning I have professed my innocence. Finally, a jury of my peers concurred with a verdict of "not guilty."

Hayden police station granted funds

The Hayden Police Department was granted more than half the money it needs to build a new station.

Sports briefs for Nov. 14

STARS calling on volunteers

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Steamboat U-14 girls win hockey tourney in bizarre overtime

As the players on the ice decreased, the screams only got louder.

Hayden to name a new mayor

After seven weeks without a mayor, the Hayden Town Board of Trustees is expected to name Joseph Schminkey's replacement Thursday.

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New City Council members dive into hot-button issues

Loui Antonucci was named president of the new Steamboat Springs City Council, and Cari Hermacinski its president pro-tem, during a Tuesday night meeting that saw newly elected council members make their mark in Centennial Hall.

Testing the waters

CNCC, Mesa State gauge local interest in teacher licensure program during forums

A Mesa State College representative fielded questions from the public during two forums hosted by the Colorado Northwestern Community College on Tuesday.

Steamboat briefs for Nov. 14

The ninth annual Backcountry Ball begins at 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Depot Art Center on 13th Street. The event includes music, food, drinks, dancing and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Routt Backcountry, which works to create and maintain nonmotorized winter recreation areas. Tickets are $25 at All That Jazz for nonmembers, and $20 at Spruce-Up Hair Care for members. Call 870-6445 or 879-1722.

Our View: Voting by mail should remain optional

Colorado's legislators and county clerks are making the right move by preparing for potential problems with the 2008 election. But any push to mandate a statewide, all-mail voting system is premature and should be used only as a last resort.

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County Commissioners discuss raising child care assistance

Stephanie Howle, director of First Impressions of Routt County, said Tuesday that the biggest problem for local families seeking early childhood education is not long waiting lists at overcrowded preschools - the biggest problem is cost.

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Construction hits sewer snag

Workers find Perry-Mansfield pipe on school district property

Steamboat Springs School District officials are hustling to get the expansion of Strawberry Park Elementary School back on schedule, but workers recently hit a snag with the discovery of an 8-inch sewer line - owned by the Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp - in the construction area.

Historic policy committee convenes today

A day after the swearing in of a new Steamboat Springs City Council, a committee established by the former council will convene for the first time.

Joanne Palmer: Ready : set : snow!

With the change of season comes a long to-do list of things to get done before the snow flies. In case you need a reminder, I'll share my list with you.

Sailors volleyball players earn all-league honors

Steamboat volleyball coach Wendy Hall doesn't like to make a big deal out of all-league recognition.