Bud Werner Memorial Library director Chris Painter, left, and librarian Alysa Selby look over a 1924 Steamboat Pilot. Century-old newspapers will soon be available for free on the Internet.
Published on October 31, 2006
County Judge James Garrecht
Published on October 31, 2006
District Chief Judge Michael O'Hara
Published on October 31, 2006
The Rawlings family of Greg, Johnathon, 2, Elana, 4, and Liz made their way across a closed Lincoln Avenue to trick-or-treat on the other side. Trick-or-treaters packed downtown Steamboat for the annual Downtown Halloween Stroll.
Published on October 31, 2006
Hailey Dault hands out treats at The Shack during the annual Downtown Halloween Stroll on Tuesday evening. The Shack was transformed into a haunted house to celebrate the spooky holiday. For more on the stroll, see page 3.
Published on October 31, 2006
Skiers and riders fill the maze to the gondola last winter. American Skiing Co.'s recently released year-end earnings report revealed a record-setting year for its Western resorts, including the Steamboat Ski Area. ASC's Eastern resorts, however, suffered.
Published on October 31, 2006
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club employees Nick Kullas, left, and nordic combined coach Martin Bayer cover the K68 jump at Howelsen Hill with cargo netting Monday. The netting helps hold the snow on the jump during the winter jumping season.
Published on October 31, 2006
Campaign signs for Referendums 3C and 3D stand in lawns of citizens supporting the school initiatives. Yes For Steamboat Schools has raised nearly $9,000 in its campaign for the passage of the ballot issues.
Published on October 31, 2006
The annual Downtown Steamboat Halloween Stroll for children and their parents is from 5 to 7 p.m. on Lincoln Avenue. Downtown merchants will provide candy to trick-or-treaters. Lincoln Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic from Fifth to 11th streets.
Published on October 31, 2006
The community housing plan for One Steamboat Place at the base of the ski area was denied Oct. 17 by City Council. A group of base area investors and property owners has recommended that all redevelopment projects at the base of Steamboat Ski Area be put "on hold."
Published on October 31, 2006
Democratic Lt. Governor candidate Barbara O'Brien talks with Tim Gibbs, economic development director for Craig and Moffat County, during a campaign swing through Northwest Colorado on Monday afternoon.
Published on October 31, 2006
3-year-old Finn Dresene and his mom, Carol Davidson, have fun during the Old Town Hot Springs Pumpkin Float Sunday. Children ages 1 to 11 years old had to find and retrieve a numbered pumpkin.
Published on October 30, 2006
The afternoon sunset on Saturday exposed a quarter of the moon with a glow in the sky.
Published on October 30, 2006
Finn Dresene, 3, finds his pumpkin with his mom, Carol Davidson, during the Pumpkin Float at Old Town Hot Springs on Sunday. Children, ranging in age from 1 to 11 years old, retrieved numbered pumpkins from the springs and painted them. Planners hope to make this an annual event.
Published on October 30, 2006
Steamboat Springs High School volleyball coach Wendy Hall has spent the past 20 years teaching local girls not only how to play the game, but also strong work ethic, good attitude and teamwork. She is surrounded by members of the 2006 varsity team, whose season ended Saturday.
Published on October 29, 2006
Soroco's Tatum Lombardi dives for the save during the Rams' final game of the season against Paonia on Saturday at the District 5 tournament at Soroco High School.
Published on October 29, 2006
Hayden Tigers assistant coaches Sally Brach-Morton, left, Chris Planansky and head coach Stephanie Davis are on the edge of their seats during the tiebreaker game against Vail Mountain on Saturday at the district playoffs at Soroco High School.
Published on October 29, 2006
Experts advise that anyone heading out into the wilderness during winter be prepared with the right gear and safety equipment should inclement weather, injury or other unforeseen circumstances arise.
Published on October 29, 2006
Routt County Search and Rescue members perform avalanche training execises near Hahn's Peak. From near to far, Jim Linville, Hugh Newton and Janet Panebaker.
Published on October 29, 2006
Owning and knowing how to use avalanche beacons can help prevent tragedy in the backcountry, experts advise. Several local avalanche classes will be offered over the course of the fall and winter.
Published on October 29, 2006
The growing popularity of snowmobiles is making backcountry access that much easier. And with more people exploring the backcountry, the risk for accidents and avalanches increases significantly.
Published on October 29, 2006
Tara Schupner
Published on October 29, 2006
Strawberry Park Elementary School fourth grade student, Cole Henry, 10, records his peace poem with help from part-time inclusion teacher Karen Goodman using a program called Garage Band on the computer. The students recorded their peace poem and photo, which will be put on the Strawberry Park home page.
Published on October 29, 2006
Former Oak Creek Mayor Kathy "Cargo" Rodeman resigned Oct. 15 amid complaints by town employees that she undermined their work and ignored town policies.
Published on October 29, 2006
Hayden's Holli Salazar fires a shot across the net during Friday's match against West Grand. The Tigers lost the match, but beat Vail Mountain to stay in the race for a regional berth at the district tournament.
Published on October 28, 2006
Soroco's Amanda Wilson goes up for a shot during Friday night's match against Plateau Valley. The Rams lost both matches on the opening day of the district tournament and will wrap up the season today against Paonia.
Published on October 28, 2006
Hayden's Kylee Sweetser digs a ball during Friday's match against West Grand. The Rams lost the match in three close games.
Published on October 28, 2006
Steamboat's Wylie Patty, front, and Danielle Brownell take advantage of the quickly melting snow at Howelsen Hill on Friday afternoon. There was no school at Steamboat's public schools on Friday.
Published on October 28, 2006
Jerry Kozatch
Published on October 28, 2006
Election volunteers Tina Fray and Susan Berry help Scott Johnson with early voting Friday afternoon. Johnson was one of 732 people in Routt County that took advantage of early voting this week.
Published on October 28, 2006
Hannah, a 6-week-old lion, is being hand raised by Mindy Stinner and Doug Evans at the Conservators' Center, Inc.
Published on October 27, 2006
ResortQuest Steamboat employee Simon O'Farrell shovels the plaza in Torian Plum on Thursday. As much as 8 inches of snow fell across much of Routt County Wednesday night and Thursday morning.
Published on October 27, 2006
Thursday provided no time for rest for Big O Tire technicians Stephen Baldridge, left, Aaron Marquez and Dustin Driscoll. The shop had to turn away motorists early Thursday morning to deal with the 40 customers who already had dropped off their cars for snow tire installation.
Published on October 27, 2006
Ben Siegel, 12 looks for a seat after paying for lunch at the Steamboat Springs Middle School on Thursday. Starting Nov. 6, mid-morning snack time will discontinue and breakfast will be served from 7:45 to 8:20 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Published on October 27, 2006
Colorado Mountain College professor Jimmy Westlake, left, and CMC student Cutter Shea put finishing touches on a UFO, which will be used in the "Sceamboat Chamber of Horror" haunted house that opens today.
Published on October 27, 2006
Lena Barker, 10, receives the 911 Hero Award on Thursday. Lena called 911 last December after her brother, Jake (in the background), became stuck head-first in a pile of snow. Faith Mendoza, right, director of Routt County Communications, applauded Lena's composure under pressure and ability to effectively communicate with emergency dispatchers.
Published on October 27, 2006
Sled dogs
Published on October 27, 2006
Justin Iacovetto takes guests on sleigh rides around Brent Romick Rodeo Arena.
Published on October 27, 2006
Britta Kern waits for arriving passengers at Yampa Valley Regional Airport.
Published on October 27, 2006
With about 120 businesses packed into a three- or four-block radius, downtown Craig has a variety of shopping opportunities for local and out-of-town shoppers.
Published on October 27, 2006
Kremmling, 50 miles east of Steamboat Springs at the juncture of U.S. Highway 40 and Colorado Highway 9, is in an ideal location for snowmobilers, skiers and other outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy winter activities.
Published on October 27, 2006
"The Depot" by Dona Steele was among the finalists for the Steamboat Springs Arts Council's 35th anniversary poster contest.
Published on October 27, 2006
"Emerald Mountain" by Lance Whitner was chosen as the poster for the Steamboat Springs Arts Council's 35th anniversary.
Published on October 27, 2006
"Green Mountain," a piece by Betty Jameson, was among the finalists for the Steamboat Springs Arts Council's 35th anniversary poster contest.
Published on October 27, 2006
Published on October 27, 2006
The somewhat twisted plot of Arsenic and Lace unfolds in this scene in which Dr. Einstein (Cody Poirot) and officer Brophy (Jesse Browning) struggle while officer O'Hara (Michelle Hess) looks after Jonathan Brewster who was knocked unconscious in a previous scene.
Published on October 27, 2006
Matthew Stoddard and Cheryl Brown will bring the roles of Mortimer Brewster and Elaine Harper to life on the stage of the Steamboat Springs Mountain Theater during the production of "Arsenic and Old Lace."
Published on October 27, 2006
Mortimer Brewster (Matthew Stoddard) is shocked after discovering a body in the window box.
Published on October 27, 2006
The cast of Arsenic and Lace includes, front to back Lesely Weisberg( Ms. Gibbs and Ms. Witherspoon), Cody Poirot (Dr. Einstein), Michael Staley (Jonathan Brewster), Cheryl Brown (Elaine Harper), Matthew Stoddard (Mortimer Brewster), Rusty Delucia (Abby Brewster), Kay Wagner (Martha Brewster), Mark Bucksen (Dr. Harper and Lieutenant Rooney), Cesare Rosati (Teddy Brewster), Jesse Browning (officer Brophy) and Michelle Hess (Officer O'Hara).
Published on October 27, 2006
The 2006 Gould Ski Scramble. The next event is Feb. 24. Call Susan Galecki at (970) 846-6408 for more information.
Published on October 27, 2006
Mortimer Brewster (Matthew Stoddard) reacts after finding a body in the window seat as Abby Brewster (Rusty DeLucia) and Martha (Kay Wagner) look on, unphased by the discovery.
Published on October 27, 2006
Dr. Haper (Mark Bucksen) reacts to the noise created by Teddy Brewster (Cesare Rosati) while trying to carry on a conversation with Abby Brewster (Rusty DeLucia) in the dark comedy "Arsenic and Old Lace" at the Steamboat Springs Mountain Theater.
Published on October 27, 2006
The Plagiarists has been busy practicing for its Saturday and Tuesday shows. Band members are, from left, Isaac Slobodnik, Doug Mouton, Sam Gordon and LeeAnn Gansel.
Published on October 27, 2006
These "teenage" lions, that are 2 years old, were born and hand raised at the Conservators' Center Inc. They share their enclosure with four "teenage" tigers.
Published on October 27, 2006
A member of Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club goes inverted during a moguls competition at Steamboat Ski Area.
Published on October 27, 2006
Twelve-year-old Andrea Perez gets her first taste of snow while taking ski lessons at Steamboat Ski Area as part of the 2006 Sunshine Kids Winter Games, which was for young cancer patients. Perez, who is from Los Angeles, quickly learned how to catch one of the big white flakes falling from the sky using her tongue.
Published on October 27, 2006
For information about ice skating at Howelsen Ice Arena, call 879-0341.
Published on October 27, 2006
Hockey at Howelsen Hill Ice Arena
Published on October 27, 2006
Trish O'Connell takes a few tele turns down the face of Howelsen Hill.
Published on October 27, 2006
Winter Carnival
Published on October 27, 2006
Winter Carnival
Published on October 27, 2006
Winter Carnival
Published on October 27, 2006
Winter Carnival
Published on October 27, 2006
Winter Carnival
Published on October 27, 2006
Amanda Siciliano, 8, and her visiting friends Dana, 9, and Kaitlin Schoewe, 6, find a pool perfect for them at Strawberry Park Hot Springs.
Published on October 27, 2006
Hut trippers look at New York Mountain above Peter Estin hut outside Eagle.
Published on October 27, 2006
Gary Cook, owner of Taylor Street Bed and Breakfast in Craig.
Published on October 27, 2006
The indoor pool at the Craig American Legion Post.
Published on October 27, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Peter White takes a plunge into the Health and Recreation Center pool while learning the basics of log rolling.
Published on October 27, 2006
Billy Kidd tests Steamboat's Champagne Powder.
Published on October 27, 2006
Steamboat Springs' mountain valleys make the area a popular one for snowmobilers.
Published on October 27, 2006
Cedar Mountain
Published on October 27, 2006
There are few activities better for getting you into a festive winter mood than viewing the many light displays set up by Craig residents.
Published on October 27, 2006
Steamboat Springs telemark skier Kevin Olsen gets a taste of Steamboat Springs' mountain air after hitting a jump near the Burgess Creek lift line.
Published on October 27, 2006
Mati Novotny, 4, smiles Wednesday during a ceremony to bless four mobile homes being donated to the Oglala Sioux tribe of the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Mati made the trip with her mother, Martyna White Hawk and her aunt, Inez White Hawk. Developer Jim Cook gave the homes from Westland Mobile Home Park, which is being razed to make room for his new Riverwalk development in downtown Steamboat.
Published on October 26, 2006
Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. President Chris Diamond was honored as the Business Person of the Year during the Navigator Awards on Wednesday.
Published on October 26, 2006
Ciar Colgan, 13, an Alpine skier in the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, places a tennis ball on a cone as part of an exercise to increase quickness at the tennis courts at Howelsen Hill on Wednesday. "Dry land" training is under way for Winter Sports Club members.
Published on October 26, 2006
Steamboat Sailor Robert Sorenson clears the ball from his team's defensive zone against the Longmont Trojans on Wednesday. Longmont defeated Steamboat, 5-0, in 4A state tournament play.
Published on October 26, 2006
Mary Melius cuts Jodi Bringuel's hair Monday. Bringuel donated her braids to Locks of Love. It is the third time Bringuel, who grew her hair for nearly three years, has donated her hair to Locks of Love, which provides wigs and hairpieces to cancer patients.
Published on October 25, 2006
Bobby Banana visits with Soda Creek Elementary School second-graders during lunch Monday. The costumed character promoted eating at least five fresh fruits and vegetables a day. Bobby Banana visited Strawberry Park Elementary School on Tuesday.
Published on October 25, 2006
Mary Melius cuts Jodi Bringuel's hair Monday. Bringuel donated her braids to Locks of Love. It is the third time Bringuel, who grew her hair for nearly three years, has donated her hair to Locks of Love, which provides wigs and hairpieces to cancer patients.
Published on October 25, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Andy Keyek and Anne Mayberry hold a photo of Vic Steiner after winning the season-long match play tournament at the Haymaker earlier this year.
Published on October 25, 2006
Sam Haslem, recipient of the Leckenby Pioneer Award, left, with Annabeth Light Lockhart, who accepted the Stanley L. Larson Award on behalf of her father, Clarence W. Light, during a ceremony at the United Methodist Church on Tuesday night.
Published on October 25, 2006
Sylvia Teters, office manager at Soroco High School, prides herself on her holiday decorations. Teters said her Christmas decorations are even more extravagant.
Published on October 25, 2006
Sam Haslem, recipient of the Leckenby Pioneer Award, left, with Annabeth Light Lockhart, who accepted the Stanley L. Larson Award on behalf of her father, Clarence W. Light, during a ceremony at the United Methodist Church on Tuesday night.
Published on October 25, 2006
Republican candidate for Congress Scott Tipton, left, talks Monday with state Sen. Jack Taylor and North Routt County resident Tim Borden, far right. In the background, center, is Paul Epley, Tipton's campaign chairman in Routt County. Tipton, a business owner from Cortez, is running for the U.S. House of Representatives against incumbent Democrat John Salazar of Manassa, and Hotchkiss Libertarian Bert Sargent.
Published on October 24, 2006
Bret Marx, a mountain worker at Howelsen Hill, checks one of the five snow guns in operation on the hill Monday morning. Temperatures fell to 20 F Monday, giving snow-making crews an early start on Howelsen Hill's Dec. 2 opening date.
Published on October 24, 2006
Principal Mike Knezevich, left, and Campus Supervisor Dennis Hensen check students and their backpacks at the entrance of Steamboat Springs High School on Monday morning. Increased security at the school will continue until further notice because of Friday's bomb threat.
Published on October 24, 2006
Steve Colby and other cross-country skiers enjoyed mid-winter conditions during the weekend on Bruce's Trail at 9,300 feet in elevation on Rabbit Ears Pass.
Published on October 24, 2006
Jerry Dalton chips out of a sand trap and on to a green at the Steamboat Golf Club on Monday afternoon as snow-covered mountains loom in the background. For more about the remaining weeks of the year's golf season, see page 19.
Published on October 24, 2006
Jake Burwell, 11, and his mom, Joanne Burwell, check out used snowboard boots at the annual Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Ski and Sport Swap Saturday at the middle school. "I'd rather buy and support the Winter Sports Club than rent snowboard equipment for the season," Joanne said.
Published on October 23, 2006
Patrick Paulsen, 11, keeps one hand warm in his pocket during Saturday's 16th annual Pumpkin Festival hosted by the Optimist Club and TIC. The cold weather didn't prevent Patrick and dozens of other children from taking part in the event.
Published on October 23, 2006
Luke Borgerding, 6, didn't let Saturday's cold weather keep him from painting a pumpkin during the 16th annual Pumpkin Festival hosted by the Optimist Club and TIC.
Published on October 23, 2006
Developer Jim Cook of Colorado Group Realty shares his vision for the revitalization of downtown Steamboat during a brown bag lunch at the Tread of Pioneers Museum Tuesday.
Published on October 22, 2006
Circle H Firearms owner Don Holcomb opened the store with his wife, Kelli, in April.
Published on October 22, 2006
Eugene Buchanan has left Paddler Magazine and is launching a new publication, Paddling Life.
Published on October 22, 2006
Steamboat Springs resident Paula Salky looks through photos and e-mails from her brother Capt. Robert Secher. Secher, a Marine, was shot and killed Oct. 8 in Iraq.
Published on October 22, 2006
Diane Mitsch Bush
Published on October 22, 2006
Utah's Jamey Parks explores backcountry features near the Salt Lake City area for a segment in a Warren Miller 'Off the Grid' segment touting the Beehive State's 'Greatest Snow on Earth.'
Published on October 22, 2006
Adaptive skier Kevin Bramble drops a cornice in the Chugach Range near Cordova, Alaska. Steamboat's Tres Holloway said skiing with Bramble during the Warren Miller shooting gave him a whole new understanding and respect of what's possible in a chair, skiing steep helicopter-accessed terrain.
Published on October 22, 2006
Max Mancini kicks up a dusting of Steamboat's famed "freakishly dry" powder that Warren Miller Entertainment captured in five-minute segment for thier 57th annual installment, 'Off the Grid.'
Published on October 22, 2006
Steamboat's Matt Hill finished second overall during the Region 5 Cross Country Championships Saturday in Eagle-Vail, helping to qualify the Sailors' boys team for state.
Published on October 22, 2006
Keenan Bruchez, who started at quarterback for Hayden for three years, rolls out earlier this season against Oklahoma's Panhandle State University. Bruchez, a freshman, started two games at quarterback for Colorado Mines before suffering a rib injury that will sideline him the rest of the season.
Published on October 22, 2006
Keenan Bruchez gets set to make a throw against Oklahoma's Panhandle State University. Colorado School of Mines won the game 68-0.
Published on October 22, 2006
Published on October 22, 2006
Paul Strong
Published on October 22, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Sean Forney breaks away from the Glenwood Springs defense during Friday night's game. The Sailors beat the Demons, 31-6.
Published on October 21, 2006
Steamboat Springs Houston Mader lines up on defense against the Glenwood Springs during a chilly game at Gardner Field on Friday night. The cold temperatures didn't seem to bother the Sailors who rolled over the Demons, 31-6.
Published on October 21, 2006
Dave Gonzales clears the snow off the artificial surface of Gardner Field Friday morning in preparation for Friday night's game against Glenwood Springs.
Published on October 21, 2006
Falling snow made the stairs of Old Town Square a little slippery Friday afternoon for Toni, right, and Rick Beasley. Cold weather and winter arrived in Steamboat Springs with heavy snow at times and several inches of accumulation.
Published on October 21, 2006
Lizzie Stoll and a fellow student leave Steamboat Springs High School on Friday at noon for a lunch break. Administrators were taking a bomb threat received early in the day seriously, but continued to hold a normal class sechedule.
Published on October 21, 2006
Heritage Park Preschool students Tess Arnone, left, Kaelee Bos, Devon McNielly and Joey Berlet, all 3, with the help of volunteer Heidie Brumleve, left, and teacher Erin Schroder, make trail mix as they learn about Colorado forests and snacks to take while hiking. The preschool recently was awarded the Qualistar Early Learning Award, which is a four-star award.
Published on October 21, 2006
Steamboat Springs Sailor Katy Gary, left, goes up for the block against Battle Mountain's Britney Brown during the Sailors' loss to the No. 1-ranked Huskies in Steamboat Springs on Thursday night.
Published on October 20, 2006
The Yampa River winds its way Thursday towards the Brooklyn neighborhood southeast of downtown Steamboat Springs. Wednesday, local and state water officials finalized a funding package that, by July 2007, will bring $1 million for water projects in northwest Colorado.
Published on October 20, 2006
Jaydon Fryer, 3, gets a hand from Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue firefighter Travis Wilkinson on Thursday at Young Tracks Preschool and Childcare. Wilkinson and fellow firefighter Jason Striker had an early start to next weekÕs Fire Prevention Week, when local firefighters will visit area childcare centers and elementary school to talk about fire safety.
Published on October 20, 2006
An emotional girls varsity volleyball coach Wendy Hall congratulated by Shannon King during a presentation for Hall's 20 years of coaching for the Steamboat Sailors. The event took place prior to their match against Battle Mountain.
Published on October 20, 2006
Routt County assessor candidates Mike Kerrigan, from left, Nancy Terry and Dick Klumker address the crowd during a debate at Steamboat Springs High School last week.
Published on October 20, 2006
Print by Mary Yamamoto. The opening reception for "Snapshots From Life" is today from 5 to 7 p.m. The gallery talk with the artists will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. The show will run through Nov. 17.
Published on October 20, 2006
Cesare F. Rosati poses with his second "near future" novel that is part of a series of five political science thrillers. Rosati will be signing books at Off The Beaten Path Bookstore today at 5:30 p.m.
Published on October 20, 2006
If you haven't gone to visit them yet, Staples has an amazing selection of pens for all of you out there that have pen obsessions like myself.
Published on October 20, 2006
"Going Paperless," sponsored by Sharp, Steinke & Sherman and designed by Christy Borden.
Published on October 20, 2006
"Stomp'n Out Breast Cancer" is sponsored by Yampa Valley Medical Center Mammography Team and was created by A. C. Canipelli, Al Fox, Shirley Fox, Julie Isaacs, Deb Kole, Kathy Kortas, Cyndy Meeks, Mary Jo Wiedel and Terri Wishon. The boots were sent off for an autograph by Nancy Sinatra.
Published on October 20, 2006
If you haven't gone to visit them yet, Staples has an amazing selection of pens for all of you out there that have pen obsessions like myself.
Published on October 20, 2006
"Cups of Courage" is sponsored by the Steamboat Orthopedics Association and was created by Marilyn McCaulley, Karin Comeau, Karen Bomberg, Carolyn Arithson, Teri Helm, Susan Solomon, Tibby Speare and Lauren Hamil with a special thanks to Gail Holthausen and the Potter's Wheel.
Published on October 20, 2006
Wood Chop: Using a medicine ball, pictured, or a dumbbell, lift the weight from one side of your lower body to the opposite side, near your ear. Keep your back straight and your core tight. This exercise is about transferring weight from one hip to the other. Return to starting position. Make sure to exercise both sides. The weight you use varies. This is a good core exercise.
Published on October 19, 2006
Personal trainer Chris Voyvodic demonstrates the steps to the star pattern exercise.
Published on October 19, 2006
One of personal trainer Chris Voyvodic's favorite exercises is called the star pattern.
Published on October 19, 2006
Chef Paul 'Rocky' LeBrun
Published on October 19, 2006
Chef Paul 'Rocky' LeBrun
Published on October 19, 2006
Chef Paul 'Rocky' LeBrun
Published on October 19, 2006
Katy Tirone holds her 1-year-old daughter, Abby, in front of their River Place home. Tirone said there is a strong sense of community at the co-housing community, which makes it a good place to raise her daughter with her husband, Scott.
Published on October 19, 2006
Nora Parker checks out "Maternal Legends" - a large house made out of Malar, a plastic material that can be printed, painted or drawn on, during the High Heels in Wet Pavement: Impressions of Second-generation feminists art show at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 19, 2006
An exhibit at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 19, 2006
African dance instructor Nicole Idzahl leads a class at The Eleanor Bliss Center for the Arts.
Published on October 19, 2006
Steamboat Springs Arts Council Executive Director Nancy Kramer stands outside the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 19, 2006
This photo of Eleanor Bliss first appeared in the 1976 edition of the Steamboat Pilot.
Published on October 19, 2006
The setting sun silhouettes fans at the Hayden Speedway. Fans come out to cheer for hometown favorites and absorb the track's tradition of summer racing.
Published on October 19, 2006
The inside wheel of HD Craig's modified race car lifts off the dirt at the Hayden Speedway as he flies around a corner at a race in August. The quarter-mile dirt track draws racers from Craig to South Routt each summer.
Published on October 19, 2006
Josh Fellows gets ready for his race during the Rocky Mountain Invitational American Sprint Car Series at the Hayden Speedway.
Published on October 19, 2006
Jay Wisecup relaxes between races at Hayden Speedway.
Published on October 19, 2006
A line of sprint cars, trailers and work lights line the pits at the Hayden Speedway.
Published on October 19, 2006
Oak Creek residents Kelly Lipsie, right, and Jay Wisecup work on their car between races at the Hayden Speedway. The pit is often filled with drivers and mechanics from the Yampa Valley.
Published on October 19, 2006
Allison Stringer has her make-up done by Shirley Jansen inside the new Scruples Salon & Spa at the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel.
Published on October 19, 2006
The Waterside Day Spa & Salon specializes in meeting client's needs. Here, Seana Cardillo, one of the spa's owners, gets a facial to help rejuvenate skin and spirit.
Published on October 19, 2006
Leslie Perry enjoys a massage in one of the large rooms at the Waterside Day Spa & Salon.
Published on October 19, 2006
Jim 'Moose' Barrows
Published on October 19, 2006
Annabeth Light Lockhart
Published on October 19, 2006
Bill and Jim Meyers
Published on October 19, 2006
Bob Enever
Published on October 19, 2006
Omar Campbell
Published on October 19, 2006
Lila Rider
Published on October 19, 2006
Billy Kidd
Published on October 19, 2006
Jack Taylor
Published on October 19, 2006
Dace Kramer
Published on October 19, 2006
Vernon Summer
Published on October 19, 2006
Gloria Gossard
Published on October 19, 2006
John Fetcher
Published on October 19, 2006
Kady Look plays with a kitten at the Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter.
Published on October 19, 2006
The Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter has a capacity of 18 dogs and 25 cats if there is one per kennel.
Published on October 19, 2006
A new roof and new hard courts have given the Tennis Center at Steamboat Springs a fresh look this season.
Published on October 19, 2006
Tennis Center Director Jim Swiggart
Published on October 19, 2006
A special high-powered helicopter was used to place the new lift towers that will support the new Sunshine Express at the ski area.
Published on October 19, 2006
Heavy equipment and flowers dotted the slopes of Mount Werner this summer as Steamboat Ski Area improvements were made.
Published on October 19, 2006
Crews attach guidelines to the top section of a lift tower on the new Sunshine Express at the Steamboat Ski Area this summer.
Published on October 19, 2006
Randy and Debby Fox's home, 39720 Deerfoot Ave. Tip: Look for ways to "disguise" your appliances. Debby Fox chose a large refrigerator for the home and the kitchen designer placed it where it was close to the great room. Custom cabinet faces in knotty alder transform its appearance from "appliance" to "furniture."
Published on October 19, 2006
Phyl Sharp's home, 3225 Aspenwood Drive. The most dramatic feature of the Sharp kitchen is the granite countertops and matching backsplashes that are fully 20 inches high. The granite pattern evokes mountain ranges, and in early September, the bracken fern outside the kitchen window picks up the rusty tint in the stone.
Published on October 19, 2006
When Mitzi Franklin set out to choose materials for her home in Steamboat, she selected the exotic black coffee color of Wenge wood from West Africa for the kitchen cabinets. She knew she wanted granite rather than marble countertops for the durability of the stone and found what she wanted in a color called "maroon Bahia."
Published on October 19, 2006
In keeping with the Reagins' minimalist approach to design, the couple passed on the opportunity to add storage in their kitchen with overhead cabinets. The gleaming kitchen counters are typically empty of small appliances toasters, blenders and utensil holders.
Published on October 19, 2006
Phyl Sharp is a fine artist, and a technophile as well. Accordingly, the butler's pantry in her kitchen - on a forested lot in The Sanctuary - is stacked with a fax machine, printer and other computer equipment. The system is wired through an interior wall to a comfortable desk just five steps from the kitchen.
Published on October 19, 2006
Across the kitchen, Sharp can step around the corner wall that hides the refrigerator and into a reading sanctuary with two leather chairs bracketing a beautiful stone fireplace.
Published on October 19, 2006
Phyl trusted her instincts and, despite the urging of her kitchen designer, chose a large distressed wooden countertop for the jumbo cooking island. Every new scratch and ding merely adds character.
Published on October 19, 2006
Mitzi Franklin remains a fan of the Viking range she enjoyed in her Chicago home.
Published on October 19, 2006
Paul and Mitzi Franklin's home, 2890 Buck Path
Published on October 19, 2006
"I wanted something that pleased me visually," Rob Reagin said of the gleaming range in his kitchen. "To me, this is it. I like the dial on the front. It looks like a serious piece of equipment."
Published on October 19, 2006
Rob and Alison Reagin's home, 208 James St.
Published on October 19, 2006
Rob and Alison Reagin's home, 208 James St.
Published on October 19, 2006
The wine rack, fashioned from welded horseshoes, adds a Western touch.
Published on October 19, 2006
The Fox home features a small wine center and bar crafted out of historic maple wood.
Published on October 19, 2006
Decorative tiles add a focal point to the kitchen backsplash.
Published on October 19, 2006
Melinda Miller of Embellishments in Steamboat Springs custom built the faux copper range hood. She applied many layers of tint to arrive at the final metallic look.
Published on October 19, 2006
Developer Whitney Ward says his work on Wildhorse Meadows has had its ups and downs. "The truth is, I wonder sometimes if I'm cut out for it," he said.
Published on October 19, 2006
Pumpkin pie
Published on October 19, 2006
Gingerbread cookies
Published on October 19, 2006
Safety on Snow SOS avalanche beacon
Published on October 19, 2006
Big Agnes sleep system
Published on October 19, 2006
Garmont Alpine Touring boots for women
Published on October 19, 2006
Mountain Hardware Microclimate Zoning
Published on October 19, 2006
Richard "Festus" Hagins, left, instructs Hayden High School senior Tyler Manzanares on taking apart a diesel engine Tuesday during a new heavy equipment and diesel mechanics course. Also pictured are juniors Josh Ehlers, right, and Chris DeBowes.
Published on October 19, 2006
Steamboat Springs Sailors punter Jace Bonner, left, and place kicker Ben DeLine have played a large part in the Sailors' success this season.
Published on October 19, 2006
Soroco sophomore Amanda Willman, front left, and freshman Julia Luciano were awarded $50 each from the Oak Creek Labor Day Commitee on Wednesday.
Published on October 19, 2006
Hayden Valley Elementary School 4th and 5th grade students visit Heart Springs at the Steamboat Health and Rec Center on Wednesday. The Hayden students were on their annual tour of the springs in Steamboat as part of the Colorado History and Geology unit for school.
Published on October 19, 2006
Routt County rancher Jim Stanko heads out on his tractor to tend to his cattle Wednesday. Ranching and agriculture will be the focus of a regional forum Friday featuring U.S. Sen. Ken Salazar.
Published on October 19, 2006
Elaine Gay
Published on October 19, 2006
A "For Rent" sign hangs in a window of Mocha Molly's coffee shop. A closing date for the sale of the business was set for August, but the sale fell through, and the space has been vacant since.
Published on October 18, 2006
Steamboat Springs sophomore Kacey Bull recieves a Moffat County serve during Tuesday night's match in Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 18, 2006
Ski Town Tree Care employee Kenny Belinsky trims a cottonwood from a cherry picker on 7th and Pine streets Tuesday. About 50 trees in the city will be trimmed during the next two weeks.
Published on October 18, 2006
Six-year-old Hailey Peter runs with her mother, Kim Peter, from Soda Creek Elementary School to their car on Monday. Wet weather is in the forecast for the Yampa Valley today and Wednesday.
Published on October 17, 2006
Mallards gathered at the pond in Lincoln Park on Monday were busy foraging and bathing during a steady drizzle of rain that lasted all day.
Published on October 17, 2006
Steamboat Springs senior Max Hamil leads his team off the field after a rainy, cold and muddy game against Glenwood Springs on Monday night. Steamboat won, 2-1, in Glenwood.
Published on October 17, 2006
Routt County commissioner candidates Diane Mitsch Bush and Paul Strong address a crowd during a candidate forum Saturday night at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. The forum focused on issues important to the agriculture community.
Published on October 16, 2006
Aaron Higgins, 11 left, takes the run to the outside of the pursuit of opponent Colton Lewer, 11, right during the last game of the season Friday afternoon at Ski Town Fields. Four teams made up the Parks & Rec tackle football season that lasted seven weeks with weekly games for 5th and 6th grade combines players.
Published on October 16, 2006
A disappointed Ramsey Bernard looks toward the ground as Cheyenne Mountain fans celebrate Brad Young's 5-7, 6-3, 6-4 victory in the No. 2 singles championship match.
Published on October 15, 2006
Chris Adams, Soda Creek Elementary School's physical education teacher, works with fifth-graders in Strawberry Park Elementary School's Montessori program. The three-year-old Montessori program, which emphasizes student-initiated learning, continues to expand and now has two teachers.
Published on October 15, 2006
Caller Jim Kline and his wife, Kathie, demonstrate a more complicated dance Friday night.
Published on October 15, 2006
Neil and Helen Bergman promenade Friday night with the Greenridge Mountaineers.
Published on October 15, 2006
A redevelopment proposal would convert this 2-acre site on Burgess Creek Road into three triplex town-home buildings and a three-story, 12-unit condominium building.
Published on October 15, 2006
RE/MAX agent Kristy Stinnett is working out of the Hayden office, which opened in May.
Published on October 15, 2006
Working in Sotheby's High Mountain International Realty's new office in Hayden are, from left, Mark Dudley, Vonnie Frentress and Amy Williams.
Published on October 15, 2006
Gabe Nicholas is running the Hell's Wall Consignment store, which opened earlier this month and sells outdoor gear.
Published on October 15, 2006
Steamboat resident Jessica Fritz fills out a consignment form for 19 pairs of shoes she brought to Encore Boutique. The store opened Thursday.
Published on October 15, 2006
Sailors tennis player Jesse Schaller fires a shot over the net during a loss to Mullen in Saturday's class 4A state high school tennis championships in Pueblo. Schaller and teammate Dylan Roberts finished fourth.
Published on October 15, 2006
A young mule deer leaps over a fence near Routt County Road 51, where grazing is plentiful. The big-game rifle season began last week, and hunters are flocking to the region for a chance to take one of Northwest Colorado's prized deer or elk.
Published on October 15, 2006
Ramsey Bernard, Steamboat Springs' No. 2 singles player, returns a volley against Cheyenne Mountain's Brad Young during Saturday's championship match.
Published on October 15, 2006
Ouray's Crosby Perry-Smith takes aim at a target Thursday at the Routt County Rifle Club before heading out to hunt cow elk Saturday.
Published on October 15, 2006
One of of Dean Billington's clients poses with his deer last season. Billington owns Kremmling-based Bull Basin Guides and Outfitters.
Published on October 15, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Dylan Roberts returns a volley during the final day of the class 4A state high school tennis championships Saturday at Pueblo City Park. Roberts and teammate Jesse Schaller lost the third-place match.
Published on October 15, 2006
Steamboat Springs No. 2 singles player Ramsey Bernard holds his racket to his head after missing a shot during Saturday's championship match. Bernard lost to Cheyenne Mountain's Brad Young, 5-7, 6-3, 6-4.
Published on October 15, 2006
Steamboat's Brian Aragon returns a volley against Greeley West during Saturday's match for third place in the No. 1 doubles bracket. Aragon and teammate Brian Burger won the match.
Published on October 15, 2006
Jean Caouette explains his unique way of predicting the weather.
Published on October 15, 2006
Strawberry Park Elementary School students move between the school's modular classrooms last week. Referendum 3D would provide almost $30 million for two Steamboat Springs School District projects, including an expansion and renovation of Strawberry Park.
Published on October 15, 2006
Brian Burger returns a shot against Greeley West during Saturday's class 4A state high school tennis championships. Burger and teammate Brian Aragon won their match, finishing third in the state.
Published on October 15, 2006
Steamboat's Matt Hill (from left), Charlie Stoddard and Lee Wren run in the Battle Mountain Cross-Country Invitational on Saturday. Steamboat's boy's team took fifth place out of 11 teams.
Published on October 15, 2006
Jean Caouette updates one of his many weatherboards located throughout Oak Creek. The self-taught forecaster provides local weather predictions and will appear on an upcoming The Weather Channel TV show.
Published on October 15, 2006
Passengers arriving at Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden take a look at construction of the airport's new terminal. Federal funding for the terminal's construction added more than $6 million to the Routt County budget in 2006.
Published on October 15, 2006
Hayden's Russell Waugh runs into two Grand Valley players. The Cardinals handed the Tigers their first loss of the season Friday night.
Published on October 14, 2006
Published on October 14, 2006
Steamboat Springs No. 1 singles player Andrew Hoing returns a shot against Thompson Valley's Martin Cobo during Friday's semifinal round at Pueblo State Park. Hoing lost the match.
Published on October 14, 2006
Steamboat Springs doubles player Dylan Roberts returns a shot during Friday's class 4A state high school tennis championships in Pueblo. Roberts and teammate Jesse Schaller will play for third place in the No. 2 doubles divisions today.
Published on October 14, 2006
Sailors Jesse Schaller, front, and Dylan Roberts celebrate a point during Friday's class 4A state high school tennis championships in Pueblo. Schaller and Roberts defeafed a team from Fossil Ridge in the match, earning the right to play for third place in today's consolation finals.
Published on October 14, 2006
Steamboat Springs No. 2 singles player Ramsey Bernard returns a volley during his semifinal match Friday at Pueblo City Park. Bernard won the match and will play for a state championship today.
Published on October 14, 2006
Steamboat Springs No. 1 singles player Andrew Hoing returns a shot against Thompson Valley's Martin Cobo during Friday's semifinal round at Pueblo State Park. Hoing lost the match, ending his title hopes.
Published on October 14, 2006
Jessica Martin, left, and Rachael Koehler team up for a block during the Hayden varsity volleyball game against the Grand Valley Cardinals on Friday night. Hayden defeated Grand Valley in three games, 25-14, 25-17, 25-20.
Published on October 14, 2006
Hayden's 2006 Homecoming king and queen, Dave Gullett and Katy Koehler, were crowned during half-time of the game between the Hayden Tigers and the Grand Valley Cardinals on Friday night.
Published on October 14, 2006
Members of Partners in Routt County eat pizza before attending a Rockies game in July. The local nonprofit is looking for a volunteer to help part-time in the office and with activities.
Published on October 14, 2006
Oak Creek resident Dave Ege, right, was paralyzed during a construction accident in Steamboat in early September. His wife, Eve, left, has been at his side during his stay at several Denver hospitals. A community fundraiser for the Eges is Thursday at the Colorado Bar & Grill in Oak Creek.
Published on October 14, 2006
A view of 2476 Ridge Road, or "Bear Berry Cottage," owned by Laurrelle Crawford and advertised as a vacation home rental. The Steamboat Springs Planning Commission said Thursday that Crawford is in compliance with the city's vacation rental ordinance and regulations, despite complaints from several neighbors.
Published on October 14, 2006
Don Harlow tends to pots of chrysanthemums displayed in an old farm implement this week at Harlow's Sugar House along Route 5 near Putney, Vt.
Published on October 14, 2006
Steamboat Springs doubles player Brian Aragon celebrates after winning a key match in the consolation bracket against Mullen on Friday. Aragon and teammate Brian Burger will compete for third place in the No. 1 doubles division at today's state tennis championship finals. For more on the state tennis tournament, see page 19.
Published on October 14, 2006
Steamboat Springs No. 4 doubles player Charlie Smith returns a volley against Fossil Ridge during Thursday's class 4A state high school tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 13, 2006
Steamboat Springs No. 2 doubles player Jesse Schaller returns a volley during the opening-round match against Pueblo Central. Schaller and teammate Dylan Roberts also beat Broomfield to advance to today's semifinals.
Published on October 13, 2006
Steamboat Springs High School's No. 3 singles player Jordan Bernard returns a volley during the first day of the Class 4A state high school tennis championships in Pueblo.
Published on October 13, 2006
Andrew Riley returns a volley at the net during the first round of the Class 4A state high school tennis championships in Pueblo on Thursday.
Published on October 13, 2006
Steamboat Springs' No. 1 singles player, Andrew Hoing, celebrates a 3-6, 7-6, 6-2 win against Kent Denver's Vincent Heguy in the second round of the Class 4A state tennis tournament in Pueblo on Thursday.
Published on October 13, 2006
Steamboat Springs' No. 1 doubles player, Brian Burger, reacts after missing a shot at the net during the first day of the Class 4A state high school tennis championships in Pueblo. Burger and teammate John Aragon lost in the second round and will be hoping for some help to get pulled back into today's tournament.
Published on October 13, 2006
Steamboat Springs' No. 2 singles player, Ramsey Bernard, volleys a shot across the net during a 6-2, 7-5 victory against Kent Denver's Charlie Sayre. The win means Bernard will make his third straight appearance in the state semifinals today.
Published on October 13, 2006
City employee Karl Fredell greases the sheave area of the ski chairlift at Howelsen Hill on Thursday afternoon. The city is taking advantage of the current mild weather to conduct pre-winter maintenance in and around Howelsen Hill Park.
Published on October 13, 2006
Denise Bohart Brown, a fabric and glass artist, helps paint the Artists' Gallery of Steamboat on Saturday. The gallery, which has 23 members so far, will open Nov. 24.
Published on October 13, 2006
Greenridge Mountaineers square danced at the Hayden Congregational Church UCC Friday night.
Published on October 13, 2006
Hayden Town Manager Russ Martin has ordered three cottonwood trees on Jefferson Avenue in Hayden to be cut down within 30 days because their roots have invaded the neighboring house.
Published on October 13, 2006
Hayden senior Andy Sperl, front, encourages his classmates during a tug-of-war match against freshmen during lunch hour homecoming activities Thursday. Hayden volleyball games are at 4, 5 and 6 p.m. today against the Grand Valley Cardinals, and the varsity football game begins at 7:30 p.m.
Published on October 13, 2006
Greenridge Mountaineers square danced at the Hayden Congregational Church UCC Friday night.
Published on October 13, 2006
Greenridge Mountaineers square danced at the Hayden Congregational Church UCC Friday night.
Published on October 13, 2006
U-14 Steamboat Shock soccer team players gather before Wednesday's practice with some of the equipment they gathered for Soccer Dreams Without Borders to distribute to players in Zambia. Top row, from left, coach Diego Girard, Carly Fox, Claire Parsons, Liza Stout, Cassidy Fox, coach Cathy Girard. Second row, Hayley Brookshire, Molly Moore, Natalie Wright, Jenna Peters, Leah Berdine. Bottom row, Joanie Bier, Shelby Struble, Corinne Landry, Skylar Weir, Hope Scott. Laura Bradfield is not pictured.
Published on October 12, 2006
Wednesday's sunset casts hues of pink and purple on the partially snow-covered Steamboat Ski Area and nearby clouds.
Published on October 12, 2006
Chad Mosher, left, accepts a rifle from Donald Broom at the end of the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series finals in August. The rifle, which Mosher won as part of the 15th annual Pat Mantle Memorial bronc riding contest, recently was stolen from his home.
Published on October 12, 2006
The girls 12-and-under, 200-meter freestyle relay team that set a new state record this summer was honored Saturday at a Colorado Swimming Inc., dinner in Glenwood Springs. From left, Molly Dierdorff, Katie Ross, Amy Brodie and Lucy Franklin.
Published on October 12, 2006
Hayden High School football line coach Bob Harris talks with junior tight end Sam Kopsa before practice Wednesday. The Tigers' offensive line, despite being undersized, continues to overpower its defensive counterparts, racking up an impressive 1,700 yards rushing so far this season.
Published on October 12, 2006
Community college representative Ray Gregg, of Rangely, left, talks with Steamboat Springs High School students during the Career and Tech Fair at the high school Wednesday. Students from across the region attended the fair, which featured representatives from two dozen community colleges and trade schools.
Published on October 12, 2006
Steamboat Springs' team of three riders took home third place at the Colorado Scholastic Mountain Bike Championships, on Sunday at Beaver Creek Resort. From left to right, Sam Chovan, Kevin Kane, Adam Parke and Bryce Gordon.
Published on October 11, 2006
The Steamboat Springs High School tennis team earned its ninth regional title last weekend in Montrose. The boys team, which included (back row, from left) Matt Gadbois, Andrew Hoing, Brian Burger, Dylan Roberts, Andrew Riley, (front row, from left) Ramsey Bernard, Brian Aragon, Jesse Schaller, Charlie Smith, Jordan Bernard and Jeff Lambart will head to Pueblo this week for the 4A state championships.
Published on October 11, 2006
Steamboat's Kevin King kicks the ball over Moffat County defenders Tuesday at Gardner Field. The Sailor's 4-0 win against the Bulldogs keeps them in contention for one of the top spots in the Western Slope League.
Published on October 11, 2006
Student David Mtet, left, forensics teacher Marty Lamansky and student Laura Holthausen host a candidate debate for all contested local political races at the Steamboat Springs High School theater Tuesday night. Sheriff candidates Garrett Wiggins (R), right, and Gary Wall (D) opened the debate.
Published on October 11, 2006
Karen Post, newest member of the Steamboat Springs City Council.
Published on October 11, 2006
City Clerk Julie Jordan, left, swears in newly appointed City Council member Karen Post on Tuesday night. Post replaces former council member Kevin Kaminski as the District 3 representative. Kaminski resigned last month after moving out of the district.
Published on October 11, 2006
Junior Garrett Murchison takes his turn at a homecoming bowling activity during lunch hour homecoming activities Tuesday at Hayden High School. Today, homecoming activities will continue with a chili cook-off at 5 p.m., Powder Puff at 7 p.m. and a bonfire at dusk.
Published on October 11, 2006
Susie Gruben, a full-time English Language Learner teacher at Strawberry Park Elementary School, works with students to enrich their English skills Tuesday. The number of students in the Steamboat Springs School District who speak a primary language other than English is growing, and four teachers are on staff to work with those students.
Published on October 11, 2006
Paul Strong
Published on October 10, 2006
Developer Roger Johnson stands over a model of the Villages at Hayden development Monday at his office. Lots and homes being constructed in the development will be auctioned Nov. 19.
Published on October 10, 2006
Collin Tucker, 16, rides his Pocket Bike to Colorado Mountain College, where he had a photo assignment to shoot rails for a snowboard film crew.
Published on October 10, 2006
Colorado Mountain College student Derek Spady sits in the driving simulator to experience the effects of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs Monday during a virtual driving session. The Alive At 25 program, sponsored by the Citizens for Transportation Safety, parked its interactive driving simulation semi at CMC to educate young adults about the dangers of drinking while intoxicated.
Published on October 10, 2006
Austin Rae, 11, rakes leaves during a day off of school Monday while his dog, Wriggly, watches.
Published on October 10, 2006
A car rolled over in a one-car accident at the intersection of Steamboat Boulevard and Clubhouse Drive on Monday afternoon.
Published on October 10, 2006
Lennae Jenkins gives Garard a low-five after a soccer game. He is one of the children who will attend the new school in Zambia she is raising money for.
Published on October 9, 2006
Hockey player Hannah Bashan sprints to the next section of a drill during Sunday's U12 girls hockey practice at Howelsen Hill Ice Arena.
Published on October 9, 2006
Kirra Kusy, 4, chases her pumpkin as it rolls away. She helped her sister, Makayla Kusy, 2, pick out pumpkins outside City Market for Halloween on Saturday after shopping with their mother.
Published on October 9, 2006
Garrett Wiggins, the Republican candidate for Routt County sheriff, is a police officer and narcotics investigator with the Steamboat Springs Police Department.
Published on October 8, 2006
Gary Wall, the Democratic candidate for Routt County sheriff, served as Vail's police chief during the 1970s and currently is a private investigator.
Published on October 8, 2006
Don Taylor, Steamboat Springs city finance director, crunches numbers in his City Hall office. Beneath his arm is a hefty workbook containing the proposed 2007 budget, which will be finalized at upcoming City Council meetings and includes more than $47.5 million in expenditures. Although the budget projects almost $45 million in revenues, the city has more than $10 million in reserves and a "sound budget," Taylor said.
Published on October 8, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Sean Forney, right, Westin Cofer and Nigel Hammond block a field goal attempt by Delta's Preston Boyd in the fourth quarter of Friday night's game. The block helped the Sailors secure a 10-7 win over the visiting Panthers.
Published on October 8, 2006
Sailor Darby McNamara shoots past Centaurus goalie Ben Thomson for a late score in Steamboat's 3-2 loss Saturday.
Published on October 8, 2006
Visitors to Soda Creek Elementary School are required to check in at the office upon arrival.
Published on October 8, 2006
Student Resource Officer Debbi Funston stands outside Steamboat Springs High School. Funston is responsible for student safety and safety concerns at the school.
Published on October 8, 2006
Steamboat's Sam Houston keeps the ball upfield with a header during Saturday's 3-2 home loss against Centaurus.
Published on October 8, 2006
White-Crane says the sound of aspen leaves blowing in the fall wind "do wonderful things for my spirit."
Published on October 8, 2006
'Hiking the 'Boat II' author Diane White-Crane and her llama, Jeremiah, hike above the South Fork Elk River with the craggy expanse of the Mount Zirkel Wildreness Area in the distance.
Published on October 8, 2006
Leena Steed holds up a bottle she uses in aurasoma readings.
Published on October 8, 2006
Crystal Lawson shows off one of the essential oils she will use in her Oct. 14 demonstration.
Published on October 8, 2006
June Florence, a nutritionist, makes a healthy smoothie with fruit, nuts and all-natural powders.
Published on October 8, 2006
Carrie Nelson performs yoga. She will demonstrate Satyananda yoga on Oct. 14 at the Depot Art Center for Ladies Day.
Published on October 8, 2006
Woolverton
Published on October 8, 2006
Matt Stensland/staff Christine Hands has been named the Steamboat Springs Realtor of the Year. She is the managing broker and owner of Alpenglow Properties.
Published on October 8, 2006
Joe Bonn used pine timbers at this home in the Fish Creek Falls area.
Published on October 8, 2006
Matt Stensland/Staff Joe Bonn looks through a stack of native pine timbers that he harvested from an area of North Routt County attacked by bark beetles. Bonn has been using the wood for timber frame homes and other projects
Published on October 8, 2006
Hayden's Chase Salazar clears a path for running back Russel Waugh during the second half. Hayden remained undefeated after beating Soroco 28-0 on Friday in Oak Creek.
Published on October 7, 2006
Steamboat Springs defensive back Aaron Hornstein closes the gap on Delta reciever Ty Tatman on a close play in the fourth quarter of Friday night's football game. Tatman dropped the pass, but Hornstein was called for interference. A few plays later Steamboat blocked a Delta field goal attempt.
Published on October 7, 2006
A relieved Joey Melius puts his hands on his head following Steamboat's Friday-night homecoming game at Gardner field. The Sailors blocked two second half field goals to hold on for a, 10-7, victory.
Published on October 7, 2006
Maggie Kriz turns back the clock to the 1960s during this year's Steamboat Springs High School homecoming parade.
Published on October 7, 2006
Retired Hayden Police Chief Jody Lenahan, left, laughs with friends Ron and Arta Wray during the chief's retirement party Friday at Hayden Town Hall. Another party is today from noon to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Hayden.
Published on October 7, 2006
Steamboat Springs homecoming queen Shannon King and king Mick Holloway were crowned at halftime of the Sailors football game against Delta on Friday night.
Published on October 7, 2006
Senior royalty representatives for the Steamboat Sailors Homecoming are left, Bailey Moore and (not pic) Mick Holloway, Kristina Ihrig and Lane Shipley, Nick Labor and Shannon King, (below) Sam Houston and Laura Stetman.
Published on October 6, 2006
John Hoekstra owner of Golden Cue Billiards, located in Dream Island, said his lease for his business is not being renewed and will have to close. The bar has been in Steamboat for 20 years.
Published on October 6, 2006
Ernie Harms takes his shot playing pool with Glenda Patterson at Golden Cue on Wednesday. The Billiards hall's lease will expire soon and the owner says he hasn't been given a chance to renew it.
Published on October 6, 2006
John Hoekstra, owner of Golden Cue Billiards in Dream Island mobile home park, said the lease for his business is not being renewed and the bar will have to close. The bar has been in Steamboat for 20 years.
Published on October 6, 2006
"Trail Through the Aspens," oil painting by Richard Galusha will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
This necklace by Cate Potyen will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
"Beware," bronze sculpture by Curtis Zabel will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
"Soda Creek Footbridge," by Robert Dieckhoff will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
This walnut and turquoise turned vessel by Glen Paulk will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
"Depot Salad Bar," by Robert Dieckhoff will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
Fred Garbo and Daielma Santos star in The Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company's performance this weekend at the Steamboat Mountain Theater.
Published on October 6, 2006
This watercolor by John Fawcett will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
This is an Airdale, which is a character in Fred Garbo's Inflatable Theater Company's show that will take place at the Steamboat Mountain Theater this weekend.
Published on October 6, 2006
This watercolor by Al Krnc will be part of the auction at The Art Event on Oct. 14 that will benefit the Steamboat Art Museum.
Published on October 6, 2006
The Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company will perform this weekend at the Steamboat Mountain Theater. The show incorporates inflatable and sometimes floating props made out of parachute material that Garbo uses to create an act that looks more like a live action cartoon.
Published on October 6, 2006
The Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company will perform this weekend at the Steamboat Mountain Theater. The show incorporates inflatable and sometimes floating props made out of parachute material that Garbo uses to create an act that looks more like a live action cartoon.
Published on October 6, 2006
Mama's Cookin will be performing at The Tugboat Grill & Pub in Ski Time Square tonight and Saturday night. Their sound is Delta blues blended with soul, rock and elements of hip-hop with an urban feel.
Published on October 6, 2006
Mama's Cookin will be performing at The Tugboat Grill & Pub in Ski Time Square tonight and Saturday night. Their sound is Delta blues blended with soul, rock and elements of hip-hop with an urban feel.
Published on October 6, 2006
Mama's Cookin will be performing at The Tugboat Grill & Pub in Ski Time Square tonight and Saturday night. Their sound is Delta blues blended with soul, rock and elements of hip-hop with an urban feel.
Published on October 6, 2006
Mama's Cookin will be performing at The Tugboat Grill & Pub in Ski Time Square tonight and Saturday night. Their sound is Delta blues blended with soul, rock and elements of hip-hop with an urban feel.
Published on October 6, 2006
This photo is from the routine titled "Stand Back" that will appear in Hubbard Street 2's performance Thursday night. This intensely athletic, full-company piece was created by HS2's 2002 National Choreographic Competition winner Katarzyna Skarpetowska to a Latin-flavored percussion score by Nandor Weisz.
Published on October 6, 2006
This photo is from the routine titled "The Restless" that will appear in Hubbard Street 2's performance Thursday night.
Published on October 6, 2006
This photo is from the "Dirti Rok" routine that will appear in Hubbard Street 2's performance on Thursday. It is a charismatic and athletic piece for five dancers exploring the evolution of reggae and dancehall.
Published on October 6, 2006
Mama's Cookin will be performing at The Tugboat Grill & Pub in Ski Time Square tonight and Saturday night. Their sound is Delta blues blended with soul, rock and elements of hip-hop with an urban feel.
Published on October 6, 2006
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago's second company, Hubbard Street 2 will perform Thursday at the Steamboat Springs High School Auditorium.
Published on October 6, 2006
I made it to the top! (Allison Plean)
Published on October 6, 2006
Listening to a couple last minute instructions before rappelling.
Published on October 6, 2006
Outward Bound instructors Sarah and Brenda demonstrate how not to plummet to your death while rappelling.
Published on October 6, 2006
Sailors tennis player Jordan Bernard returns a volley during a match against Fruita Monument in September. After a strong regular season, the Sailors have high hopes for this weekend's regional tournament in Montrose.
Published on October 5, 2006
A water pipe that broke in late June left these businesses without water. The town is working with the building owners on a permanent solution to the problem.
Published on October 5, 2006
Blue Sky West employee Kevin Owens shows where vandals may have used a pallet to climb through a window and vandalize the rafting business earlier this week.
Published on October 5, 2006
Fall foliage surrounds an occupied bench along the Yampa River Core Trail overlooking the Yampa River and Howelsen Hill complex Wednesday.
Published on October 5, 2006
A Big R Construction Company crew member waters down the Nite's Rest Motel area with water to reduce dust as demolition of the building begins Wednesday.
Published on October 5, 2006
Pueblo West's Zach Zaremba talks with reporters after winning the class 4A state high school golf championship in Steamboat Springs on Tuesday afternoon.
Published on October 4, 2006
Megan Lucas, Emily Stockdale, Gracie Stockdale, Miriam Pensack and Taylor Anderson enjoy a picnic dressed in 1960s attire in the Steamboat Springs High School commons area Tuesday. The week's homecoming theme is "Decades." See page 10 for story.
Published on October 4, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Tucker Campbell chips onto the green during the class 4A state high school golf championships at Haymaker Golf Course.
Published on October 4, 2006
Steamboat Springs' Paul Berry Tees off on hole No. 17 during Tuesday's class 4A high school golf championships in Steamboat Springs. Berry finished the day with a 71 and placed ninth in the final standings.
Published on October 4, 2006
Oak Creek Mayor Kathy "Cargo" Rodeman talks on the phone in her office. Town employees have lodged complaints against Rodeman, prompting the Town Board to hold a special meeting last week.
Published on October 4, 2006
Steamboat Springs golfer Michael Weston fires a shot toward the green during the first day of the 4A state high school golf championships at Haymaker Golf Course.
Published on October 3, 2006
Steamboat Springs Billy Taylor chips onto the 18th green at Haymaker Golf Course on Monday afternoon during the opening day of the state high school golf championships.
Published on October 3, 2006
Steamboat Springs golfer Paul Berry chips out of the sand trap during the class 4A state high school golf championships Monday. Berry shot a 75 in the tournament, which was held at the Haymaker Golf Course in Steamboat.
Published on October 3, 2006
Fairfield Inn and Suites general manager Keith Latham, left, and its new owners, Awani and Bobby Amin, stand outside the hotel. Also pictured is the Amin's daughter, Eva.
Published on October 3, 2006
Ken Gordon, Democratic candidate for secretary of state, visits with local resident Amanda Gordon (no relation) during a discussion at Off the Beaten Path Bookstore on Monday morning.
Published on October 3, 2006
Riverwalk Steamboat is donating salvageable mobile homes from the Westland Mobile Home Park to the Oglala Sioux Park Ridge Reservation in South Dakota.
Published on October 3, 2006
Greeley Central's Nick Umholtz looks to make a long putt on the No. 18 hole at Haymaker Golf Course in Steamboat Springs. Umholtz birdied the hole and led the field on the first day of the Class 4A State High School Championships with a round of 67.
Published on October 3, 2006
Kent Denver's Gunner Wiebe lines up a putt on the No. 18 hole at Haymaker Golf Course in Steamboat Springs on Monday. Wiebe shot a round of 68 and is in second place after the first day of the Class 4A Colorado State High School Golf Championship.
Published on October 3, 2006
Pueblo West golfer Zane Covey chips out of the sand on the No. 9 hole at Steamboat Springs' Haymaker Golf Course during the Class 4A State High School Golf Championships on Monday. Covey finished the round with an 80.
Published on October 3, 2006
Pueblo West golfer Zane Covey chips out of the sand on the No. 9 hole at Steamboat Springs' Haymaker Golf Course during the Class 4A State High School Golf Championships on Monday. Covey finished the round with an 80.
Published on October 3, 2006
U.S. Rep. John Salazar, D-Manassa
Published on October 3, 2006
Greeley Central's Nick Umholtz lines up a putt on the No. 9 hole at Haymaker Golf Course in Steamboat Springs. Umholtz led the field on the first day of at the Class 4A State High School Championships with a round of 67.
Published on October 3, 2006
Greeley Central's Nick Umholtz pumps his fist after shooting a 30 on the opening nine holes at the Colorado High School Class 4A State Golf Championships on Monday in Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 3, 2006
Steamboat Springs Tucker Campbell touches his putter to the bill of his cap after just coming up short on a long putt attempt during the state 4A high school golf championships at Haymaker Monday.
Published on October 3, 2006
Steamboat Springs golfer Paul Berry chips out of the sand trap during the class 4A state high school golf championships Monday. Berry shot a 75 in the tournament, which was held at the Haymaker golf course in Steamboat.
Published on October 3, 2006
The reflection of the mountains that surround Steamboat Springs can be seen in a pond behind hometown favorite Michael Weston as attempts to make a putt on the No. 12 hole at Haymaker.
Published on October 3, 2006
Steamboat Springs Billy Taylor chips onto the 18th green at the Haymaker golf course Monday afternoon during the opening day of the state high school golf championships.
Published on October 3, 2006
Steamboat Springs Tucker Campbell chips onto the green at the Haymaker Golf Course Monday afternoon during the first day of the 4A state high school golf championships.
Published on October 3, 2006
Bruce and Pat Weng of Oak Creek.
Published on October 2, 2006
Steamboat Springs resident Gilbert Hernandez, left, and Kurt Walgenbach a Colorado Mountain College student, filled the air with the sounds of their violin and guitar at Little Toots Park Sunday.
Published on October 2, 2006
The alley from 12th Street to 11th Street, between Lincoln Avenue and Yampa Street, in a photo dated January 19, 2005, with power lines and utility poles aboveground.
Published on October 2, 2006
The alley from 12th Street to 11th Street, between Lincoln Avenue and Yampa Street, Sunday afternoon, with the utility lines underground.
Published on October 2, 2006
The Sailors' Nick Labor fights for control of the ball against Glenwood's Giovanny Anaya on Saturday at Gardner Field. The Sailors lost, 1-0.
Published on October 1, 2006
Shannon Handley qualifed for the 2007 McDonald's LPGA Championship. She teaches golf and works at the Steamboat Golf Club.
Published on October 1, 2006
Jed Collins, left, from Steamboat Flyfisher, guides Larry Ginsburg, visiting from Florida, on a wade-in trip Thursday morning on the Yampa River. Ginsburg's wife, Karen, casts a line in the background.
Published on October 1, 2006
Brian Deem tries the rebuilt jumps at the Howelsen Hill BMX track during a test ride after working on them Wednesday night.
Published on October 1, 2006
Brian Deem operates a skid-steer compact loader Wednesday, putting finishing touches on the BMX track lay-out at Howelsen HIll, while Nordic Excavating's Heath Corwin begins bulldozing a pile of clay in the distance, preparing it to be spread across the track.
Published on October 1, 2006
Areumsol Choi wrote a few of her favorite things about Steamboat in her native language, Korean. She then wrote an English translation.
Published on October 1, 2006
Areumsol Choi wrote a few of her favorite things about Steamboat in her native language, Korean. She then wrote an English translation.
Published on October 1, 2006
Foreign exchange students Areumsol Choi, 15, left, and Myung Chi Cha, 15, are still getting used to the cultural differences between their home country of South Korea and their host country.
Published on October 1, 2006
U.S. Sen. Ken Salazar, D-Denver, talks to a crowd of mostly veterans this summer at the American Legion Post in Craig. The discussion centered around the need for a VA health clinic in Northwest Colorado.
Published on October 1, 2006
South Korean foreign exchange students Myung Chi Cha, left, and Areumsol Choi say they are enjoying their stay in Steamboat Springs, where they attend the Christian Heritage School.
Published on October 1, 2006
Ethan Hansen, 4, sits on the shoulders of his father, Jim Hansen, Saturday at the "GOP Victory Rally 2006," hosted by the county Republican Party on the Routt County Courthouse lawn. Bob Martinez, chairman of the Colorado Republican Party, was the featured speaker at the rally. State Sen. Jack Taylor also spoke to the crowd of almost 40 people.
Published on October 1, 2006
Ryan Fralick, 11, of Hayden Middle School, leads the group back from the Meadow Block of the Science Camp.
Published on October 1, 2006
ShyAnn Williams, 10, observes the contents of a depositing jug after filling it with different materials at the Yampa Valley Science School at Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp. After the materials settled, ShyAnn drew a picture in her journal detailing the jug's contents.
Published on October 1, 2006
Heath Earle, 11, of Hayden, takes his turn digging a hole to gather information about the types of soil layers during a four-day Science Camp held at Perry Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp this week.
Published on October 1, 2006
Hal Viele has retired after 29 years as head custodian at the Yampa school. Yampa residents donated a rock with a plaque bearing an inscription honoring Viele. The monument was dedicated in a ceremony Thursday afternoon.
Published on October 1, 2006
Hal Viele, right, watches music teacher Don Williams lead South Routt Elementary School students in a song paying tribute to Viele, who has retired after 29 years as head custodian at the Yampa school. Yampa residents donated the rock with the plaque bearing an inscription honoring Viele. The monument was dedicated in a ceremony Thursday afternoon. "This sure is a big surprise," Viele said.
Published on October 1, 2006
Betty Leipold
Published on October 1, 2006
Friends & Neighbors: A hungry bear breaks into a shed near Butcherknife Canyon to gorge on birdseed before hibernating.
Published on October 1, 2006
Birthday Club: Jack Tracy, Age: 5, Sept. 24
Published on October 1, 2006
Birthday Club: Sloan Russell, Age: 5, Sept. 28
Published on October 1, 2006
Kandu loves linoleum floors because he can cruise.
Published on October 1, 2006
Ken Rogers and his wife, Melissa, adopted Kandu in December after his original owner brought him to a vet to be put down.
Published on October 1, 2006
The Residences at Lithia Springs will be built on Evans Street at the corner of Saratoga in Fairview.
Published on October 1, 2006
Chief Building Department Official Carl Dunham said despite the perception that Steamboat Springs has seen a great deal of commercial building activity, residential projects such as Emerald Lodge at Trappeur's Crossing continue to drive the construction industry locally.
Published on October 1, 2006
Thaine Mahanna recently purchased the Steamboat Springs Sears store with his wife, Lisa.
Published on October 1, 2006
Scott Tipton, Republican candidate for Congress from Steamboat's district, speaks on the steps of the Routt County Courthouse on Saturday, during a rally hosted by the county Republican Party. Tipton, a business owner from Cortez, has said border security is a key issue in his campaign.
Published on October 1, 2006
Sailor Erin Gleason, left, pairs with Katy Gary on the net for the block against an Eagle Valley player Saturday at home. The Sailors lost, 16-25, 21-25, 23-25.
Published on October 1, 2006
The Sailors' Nick Labor fights for control of the ball against Glenwood's Giovanny Anaya on Saturday at Gardner Field. The Sailors lost, 1-0.
Published on October 1, 2006
Shannon Handley qualifed for the 2007 McDonald's LPGA Championship. She teaches golf and works at the Steamboat Golf Club.
Published on October 1, 2006
Sailor Erin Gleason, left, pairs with Katy Gary on the net for the block against an Eagle Valley player Saturday at home. The Sailors lost, 16-25, 21-25, 23-25.
Published on October 1, 2006
