Stories for September 1, 2008

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Canines corral sheep

40 people competing in Stock Dog Challenge through today

Marianne Sasak stood under a dripping-wet tent early Sunday afternoon, explaining into a microphone how handlers guide their sheep-herding dogs.

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Trapp secures running series championship

Well, what exactly did people expect him to do for a celebration? Todd Trapp won Sunday's 10K at 10,000 feet Steamboat Springs Running Series race and, in turn, locked down the men's season-long running series points competition.

Luke Graham: Alex Wood steps up for Sailors

When Alex Wood was an awkward sophomore, his playmaking abilities weren't yet apparent.

The Record for Aug. 30

12:31 a.m. A traffic stop at Lincoln Avenue and Old Fish Creek Falls Road led to an arrest. A 20-year-old Georgia woman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, DUI per se, being a minor in possession of alcohol and displaying identification issued to another person. She also was cited for making an improper right turn, weaving and failing to drive on the right side of the road.

Steamboat briefs for Sept. 1

Youth choir registration deadline approaching

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Texas cowboy rides high

That this wasn't any old Steamboat Springs rodeo was obvious when the cowboys were pulled aside for pictures and asked to sign autographs. It also was apparent by the size of the check Mike Lee walked away with.

Movie to tell Jim Temple's life story

Film about Steamboat Ski Area founder will show Tuesday

A film celebrating the life of Jim Temple will be shown at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Chief Plaza Theater in downtown Steamboat Springs. Temple founded the Storm Mountain Ski Area, which later became the Steamboat Ski Area, and was instrumental in the development of the base area.

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Small but merry crowd shows up

Clouds cast shadow on Oak Creek's Labor Day celebration

Damp weather appeared to keep numbers down at Oak Creek's Labor Day celebration Sunday, but the folks who came to Decker Park said they were happy that they had.

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Canines corral sheep

40 people competing in Stock Dog Challenge through today

Marianne Sasak stood under a dripping-wet tent early Sunday afternoon, explaining into a microphone how handlers guide their sheep-herding dogs.

Aging Well: Tai Chi eases and strengthens the mind and body

With names such as "Play the Lute" and "Push the Mountain," Tai Chi movements reveal both the relaxing and invigorating aspects of the exercise.

Deb Babcock: It's a good time to pick berries

The birds and bears should be well fed this fall before going south or into hibernation for the winter. Berries on chokecherry, serviceberry, currant, raspberry and other fruit-bearing shrubs are loaded right now with ripening fruit.

Mary Walker: Worth is relative in Maasai culture

Relationship between fathers and daughters can be strained

The other day, I accompanied a girl from the safehouse to her home. Jennifer completed secondary school last year and recently was reconciled with her father. While awaiting entrance into a preschool teachers training program, Jennifer has spent time at home and at the center while apprenticing at a local preschool near the safehouse.

Monday Medical: Be safe on the job

Reducing injuries requires teamwork

Labor Day will be celebrated across the country today. Some communities, including Oak Creek, continue to honor the heritage of the American worker on this special holiday that was first observed in 1882. Much has changed in the working world during the past 146 years. One vital improvement has been in the area of workplace safety.