Stories for January 13, 2009

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Bennet seeks ag post

Ritter outlines budget difficulties in Steamboat visit with Senate designee

Michael Bennet is the first to admit he doesn't bring the same rural issues credentials to the table as Ken Salazar, the man he is set to replace in the U.S. Senate.

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Jimmy Westlake: Mira, the 'Wonderful Star'

Most of the stars in our sky shine with a steady, unchanging light, save for the rapid twinkling that occurs because of turbulence in the Earth's atmosphere.

Hayden wrestlers in top shape

Tigers return from Tournament of Champions in Utah with strong showings

The Hayden Tigers wrestling team returned from the 35th annual Tournament of Champions in Vernal, Utah, with some strong showings in tow.

Steamboat briefs for Jan. 13

Police still investigating Richard Lopez's death

The Record for Jan. 11

Sunday, Jan. 11

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Teen, steer return to Denver

Eddie Brenner sells animal he won the right to raise in contest

Eddie Brenner cut a calf off from the pack about a year ago in Denver, slipping a halter on it and winning the right to raise a steer.

Roberts hiring likely tonight

City manager candidate, Victorville officials to address concerns

Jon Roberts will be hired today as Steamboat Springs' next city manager, barring any last-minute changes of heart by members of the Steamboat Springs City Council.

Council takes up affordability revisions

The possibility of changing city housing policy to allow developers to universally opt for a payment in lieu of building affordable housing is expected to come up tonight when City Council convenes in a work session.

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Bill and Patrick Rooney died Sunday in plane crash near YVRA

Friends and family members who knew William "Bill" Rooney Jr.'s careful nature cannot understand the plane crash that killed him and his son, William Patrick Rooney III, on Sunday morning.

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Tom Ross: Vegas mob museum unworthy of stimulus package

Why couldn't Steamboat Springs have a mayor like Oscar B. Goodman, of Las Vegas?

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Bennet seeks ag post

Ritter outlines budget difficulties in Steamboat visit with Senate designee

Michael Bennet is the first to admit he doesn't bring the same rural issues credentials to the table as Ken Salazar, the man he is set to replace in the U.S. Senate.

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Nine in the class of '09

Fire department training one of its largest rookie classes

The final hurdle of a screening process for prospective Craig Fire/Rescue recruits is an interview with longtime fire department veteran and second-year Chief Bill Johnston.

Moffat County United Way exceeds target

Corrie Ponikvar has worked for 13 years as Moffat County United Way's executive director. And for 13 years, United Way has reached its fundraising goal for area service groups. This year, it was the same verse of the same song.