Steamboat Today: Stories for June 28, 2009

Pass the Bread dinners bring locals together

At an experimental dinner party Friday, about 30 households gathered friends and strangers to try and bring back that community spirit. Dinner hosts were asked to invite eight to 10 people to eat - some who they knew and some who they didn't.

Anne Lowe: Who's doing the math?

Have we become mathematically challenged, or are we just too emotionally overcome?

Lynn Abbott: Health care reform and the public option

We think of ourselves as a civilized society. We pay taxes that, in turn, pay to ensure all our citizens can - no matter what their income - drink uncontaminated water, educate their children, drive on a network of safe roads, and be protected by police and fire departments when necessary.

Our View: School policy needs revision

The Steamboat Springs School District should change its inter-district choice policy so that admitted students can attend Steamboat schools for the duration of their K-12 career.

James Humphrey: Dam bridge needed on walking trail

I read in our newspaper that the city of Steamboat Springs was going to replace a big temporary bridge with a big permanent bridge on the south end of the core trail.

Best of the Web: Cycling support

(Cycling) is a great way to combine business and pleasure. I can't say I've often enjoyed driving to work, but a spin on the bike always seems to brighten the day.

The Jail Report for June 20 to 26

The following is a list of people booked into the Routt County Jail on suspicion of the listed charges. The arresting agency is listed in parentheses.

School districts across county see less employee turnover

The words "attract and retain" long have been a mantra at Steamboat Springs School Board meetings, as local officials worked to keep teachers and staff in local schools despite obstacles such as high costs of living and housing.

The Record for June 26

12:31 a.m. Theft was reported in the 600 block of Lincoln Avenue.

Sean Winter prepping for long-drive contests

Sean Winter has been competing in long-drive contests only for about a year, but judging by his build - 6-foot-4, 245 pounds and Popeye-esque forearms - the local accountant has everything it takes to make it on the national long-drive scene.

Steamboat briefs: US Forest Service issues fireworks reminder

The U.S. Forest Service is reminding people to leave their fireworks at home if they are visiting the Routt National Forest this Fourth of July holiday. Fireworks are never allowed on national forests.

Chamber urges hospitality

Spurs on Service summer deadline looms; group launches Triple Crown program

Steamboat's Chamber is amping up its hospitality and service programs, though the group's top official isn't sure how they'll measure success. The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association is taking on members for its Spurs on Service program.

Variety of food offered at Taste of South Routt

South Routt standbys and new faces graced the booths at Saturday's Taste of South Routt at Decker Park in Oak Creek. Twenty vendors spread out under a blue raspberry sno-cone sky, selling food and wares to hundreds.

Training for the triathlon

Clinics offered to help athletes gear up for annual 3-sport event

The Old Town Hot Springs lap swimming pool was nearly overflowing Saturday morning. Not with water, but with eager swimmers who orbited around each lane - anything to squeeze in another aquatic athlete.

Business File: TIC founder McKenzie retiring from company

Ron McKenzie, chairman and founder of Steamboat Springs-based TIC Holdings, is retiring from the company. His last day is Tuesday. McKenzie founded the heavy industrial contractor in 1974.

Injury-free Sailors star prepares for football season

Joe Dover to return to the field in full health

Joe Dover doesn't like to explain what goes on inside his head when he gets the ball. But when he does, people - especially opposing defenders and coaches - hold their breath.

Steamboat mountain biker competes in Tour Divide

Erik Lobeck's training for the Tour Divide kicked off in the heart of the Steamboat winter, but it was his ambition for the race, built up throughout years, that helped him to the starting line.

Routt County spotlight: Sarah Seguin

Age: 29 Occupation: Bartender, Double Z Bar & Bar-B-Q Place of birth: Plattsburgh, N.Y.

Born Free rehab center helps injured creatures get back home

As a Colorado Division of Wildlife licensed wildlife rehabilitator for Steamboat Springs, Tracy Bye takes in animals of all sizes and ages and cares for them with the eventual goal of reintroducing them into the wild.

Joel Reichenberger: Keeping his word

Alan Goldsmith seemed like a character from a movie when I first met him. Think Peter Gibbons, the main character in "Office Space."

Looking back from June 29, 1934: A directory for Routt County

From the Friday, June 29, 1934, edition of The Steamboat Pilot:

On the Market: Stonewood home sells for $2 million last week

Stonewood home sells for $2 million last week

Real estate transactions for June 19 to 25

Renting vs. ownership discussed

Market comes back to renters

Realtors here are intent on convincing would-be homebuyers that timing the bottom of the market is a risky business that could backfire on them.

Fed's confidence could portend more costly home loans

"Do it now," lock in a mortgage at current rates, Kathryn Pedersen, vice president of mortgage lending at Yampa Valley Bank, told an audience during a panel discussion Wednesday at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. "The Fed is telling us that long-term rates will be higher."

Camp emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Seven-year-old Sophie Leeson's hair was dyed bluish-green Wednesday, tied into several ponytails all over her head.

Contractors plan Home Builders Association chapter

Couple says membership is good for business, networking

Gary and Teri Wall hope to elevate the reputation of Routt County builders. Construction companies sometimes get a bad rap, Gary Wall said, and the two think the formation of a home builders group could help.

Rain a mixed blessing for Routt County grass, alfalfa

Routt County hay producers will cut and bale a bumper crop this year, Extension Agent CJ Mucklow predicted.

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