The Steamboat Pilot & Today

Foul play not suspected in Old Town death

Steamboat Springs — An unidentified man died in a shooting incident shortly after 7 p.m. Thursday in downtown Steamboat Springs. Steamboat Springs police, Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue and Routt County Coroner Rob Ryg responded to the incident in the backyard of a residence at 153 Logan Ave. Steamboat Springs Police Capt. Joel Rae said no criminal activity is suspected but would not provide additional information about the shooting.

Carpenter’s Ball set for Saturday night

The Carpenter’s Ball to benefit Routt County Habitat for Humanity begins at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel. Dinner is at 7 p.m., followed by dancing. The event also includes a silent auction. Individual tickets cost $65. A corporate table that seats 10 costs $900.

Since 1999, Routt County Habitat for Humanity has built five energy efficient, affordable homes and renovated 22 apartments and one home, providing 28 affordable housing opportunities for low-income families in Routt County.

Call 871-6101 to arrange a volunteer day with Routt County Habitat for Humanity. Call Lynna at 875-7005 to RSVP for the ball, call Molly at 846-8536 with silent auction inquiries, or e-mail carpentersball.routt@yahoo.com.

Little league spring training begins Monday

Spring training for Steam­boat Little League Baseball begins Monday. League sign-up forms are available at the Parks and Recreation office on Howelsen Parkway. A late fee of $25 will be applied for registration forms. Children ages 8 to 15 are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible.

League play begins with spring training Monday and ends with the City Tournament on Aug. 2. Call Stace Toye at 291-9050.