Stories for February 6, 2008

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Obama wins big

Romney edges McCain in crowded Routt caucuses

Barack Obama won overwhelming support from Democrats and Mitt Romney edged John McCain among Republicans in Tuesday caucuses that drew hundreds to precinct locations across Routt County.

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Another 2 feet of snow by Friday?

Once again, Steamboat Springs is expected to bear the brunt of multiple storm systems that could leave almost 2 feet of snow in city limits by Friday morning.

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Jitterbug dances into 100th birthday

Sunset Meadows resident stays 'feisty' in her golden years

The year was 1908. It was a big year for baseball: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" made its debut, and the Chicago Cubs won the World Series - they haven't won one since - by defeating the Detroit Tigers.

Reducing the bottom line

Food Check-Out Week highlights farmers', ranchers' contributions

Less than 10 percent of an average American's disposable income pays for food, the American Farm Bureau Web site reported.

Man arrested for sexual assault

An Oregon man suspected of sexually assaulting a California boy in Steamboat Springs in December 2006 has been arrested in his home state and is awaiting extradition to Colorado.

Affordable housing issues debated

The Steamboat Springs City Council touched on a subject Tuesday night that could foretell a difficult debate in weeks to come.

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Joanne Palmer: The four stages of winter

The thoughts, events and feelings depicted in this column are fictitious. Any similarity to any person living or otherwise is merely coincidental.

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Obama wins big

Romney edges McCain in crowded Routt caucuses

Barack Obama won overwhelming support from Democrats and Mitt Romney edged John McCain among Republicans in Tuesday caucuses that drew hundreds to precinct locations across Routt County.

The Record for Feb. 4

Monday, Feb. 4

Steamboat briefs Feb. 6

Food assistance available

Superintendent ad posted

The job description posted Tuesday for the Steamboat Springs School District's open superintendent position included a list of qualifications that School Board members conceded may be tough for even the most skilled candidate to meet.

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Swiggart honored

Steamboat tennis player receives John Hough Award from CTA

Winning on the court has become second nature for junior tennis player Jamey Swiggart.

Nordic team readies for championships

Steamboat Springs High School qualifies nine skiers for state

A few members of the Steamboat Springs High School Nordic ski team saved their best for last.

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Routt County entrants awarded

Locals place at national stock show

The National Western Stock Show still plays an integral role in the lives of a few Routt County residents.

Paul Bonnifield: Stimulus falls short

Maybe I'm missing something or don't understand what I should, but I believe that the economic stimulus proposal offered by President Bush and endorsed by many in Congress has no substance.

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New judge to hear Wall case

Prosecution, defense venue dispute spurs Garrecht's recusal

A new judge will hear the case against Gary Wall, and his first order of business will be whether to grant a new trial location for the Routt County sheriff accused of driving under the influence of alcohol.

Betty Wytias and Robert Sobel: Create acts of service

I wrote this in response to Dr. Lynn Kelley's letter to the editor (Jan. 27 Steamboat Pilot & Today).

Our View: Carnival a cause for celebration

With as quickly as the things around us seem to change, it's often worth recognizing and celebrating those things that persist in the face of evolution.

Jack and Lynny Huston: Pray for Jerusalem

Our leadership says we will have peace in the Mideast by carving up Israel and dividing Jerusalem to create a Frankenstein state called Palestine. Much like the classic work of fiction, this freak of assorted parcels of land will turn on its creator and terrorize the local neighborhood.

S. J. Sackter: Tree well dangers

I was involved in being trapped in a tree well at Park City, Utah, after a heavy snowfall. I was on a steep slope amongst mixed conifers skiing within my ability, but, inadvertently dropped into a tree well. It was quite deep and well over my head - probably about 9 or 10 feet. Fortunately, I had one of my skis in the hole with me and I landed on my side with my head exposed.