Stories for February 2, 2008

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Afternoon

Steamboat woman, son killed in jet crash

Jeanette Symons was a veteran pilot and innovative engineer

A Steamboat Springs woman and her son were killed Friday when the woman's private jet crashed shortly after take-off near Augusta, Maine.

Early Morning

Ski area surpasses 300-inch mark

It was the type of day when strangers exchange knowing looks and wide grins. It was the type of day when a favorite terrain feature simply can't be found because of the depth of snow. It was the type of day you seriously consider bringing a snorkel.

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Steamboat woman, son killed in jet crash

Jeanette Symons was a veteran pilot and innovative engineer

A Steamboat Springs woman and her son were killed Friday when the woman's private jet crashed shortly after take-off near Augusta, Maine.

Routt County Spotlight: Beth Boyd

Occupation: Massage therapist and yoga instructor

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All-day K may be delayed

School Board seeking more input for kindergarten decision

Citing the need for more community input before creating an all-day kindergarten policy, Steamboat Springs School Board members Robin Crossan, Laura Anderson and Lisa Brown proposed waiting until the 2009-10 school year to implement the program.

S. Routt schools fixing water leak

Classes on schedule for Monday

An early-rising custodian likely prevented disaster Friday by spotting a leaky water heater that led to school cancellations in Oak Creek.

No jail in demolition case

Men accused of $15,000 in property damage reach agreement

The four men accused of causing significant damage to a rented Steamboat Springs home during an alleged demolition party last April avoided jail time with a plea agreement Friday in Routt County District Court.

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Ski area surpasses 300-inch mark

It was the type of day when strangers exchange knowing looks and wide grins. It was the type of day when a favorite terrain feature simply can't be found because of the depth of snow. It was the type of day you seriously consider bringing a snorkel.

Soroco girls upset Meeker

Since Meeker made its move down to the Class 2A Western Slope League five seasons ago, the Soroco Rams girls basketball team had come no closer than two points to defeating the Cowboys.

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Sailor girls routed

Win streak ends with home loss to Rifle

When it got bad, it got worse. And when it got worse, it got ugly for the Steamboat Springs girls basketball team Friday night against Rifle.

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Steamboat boys blow Rifle game open in second half

The Steamboat Springs boys basketball had kept Rifle around for a half. But just as the Sailors have done throughout the season, they hit a stretch.

Skiers burst past Sailors

Boys hockey loses to Aspen

Aspen forward Tyler Moore eyed an opening in the middle of the Steamboat Springs defense and charged.

The Record for Jan. 31

12:39 a.m. A one-vehicle, noninjury accident was reported in the 1900 block of Ski Time Square Drive. Police took a report.

Steamboat briefs for Feb. 2

The city of Steamboat Springs' Parks, Open Space & Recreational Services Department is accepting registrations for its youth basketball program until Feb. 8 on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Tom Ross: Cooking hot dogs in hot springs frowned upon

Please refrain from simmering wieners and preparing soft-boiled eggs in the hot spring. Thanks in advance for your cooperation - the management.