Steamboat Springs High School senior Jack Verploeg pulls in a touchdown pass during the second quarter of Steamboat's Friday night blowout win against Buena Vista High School.
Published on October 31, 2009
Without Mesa Air Group available to serve Yampa Valley Regional Airport with turboprops, United Airlines will provide all-jet service - without the expensive strings it previously attached. This jet flew in to YVRA in December 2006.
Published on October 31, 2009
Michael Berry, president of the National Ski Areas Association, discusses "The Future of Skiing in Colorado" on Friday during the 2009 Navigator Awards, presented at the 102nd annual meeting and luncheon of the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association at the Ghost Ranch Saloon.
Published on October 31, 2009
Steamboat Springs resident Bud Romberg highlights the names of people who have returned ballots Friday at the Routt County Courthouse. Residents younger than 45 account for just one-fifth of the ballots cast in Routt County's 2009 election, even though about half of the county's registered voters are in that age group.
Published on October 31, 2009
Holy Name Catholic Church preschoolers brave the snow Friday morning for the school's Halloween parade in downtown Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 31, 2009
The women of Steamboat Medical Group dressed up as the current scariest thing in the medical community: swine flu. The 20-plus workers wore pig noses, made by Dr. Louise Thielen, back right, along with pink outfits and ears during clinic work in Hayden and Steamboat Springs on Friday. "We're building up our immunity," Thielen joked.
Published on October 31, 2009
Even a squinty-eyed reporter from Colorado gets lucky once in a while and hits a target on the biathlon range in Fort Kent, Maine.
Published on October 31, 2009
Soroco's Brittany Shaffer tries to tap the ball over a pair of Hayden defenders last week. The Rams and the Tigers will compete starting today in the district volleyball tournament in Meeker.
Published on October 30, 2009
Friends and family of 16-year-old Ryan Stewart Allen remember him for his strong sense of humor. "He knew how to make people smile," his girlfriend, Camille Bucci, said.
Published on October 30, 2009
Martin Bugg, left, pictured with his wife, Leslie Bugg, is remembered by his family as a helpful handyman in the community of Hayden. Bugg was killed in a one-car rollover Wednesday night.
Published on October 30, 2009
Becky Townsend checks out the selection of books at Epilogue Book Co. in downtown Steamboat Springs on Thursday afternoon. As downtown businesses struggle through shoulder season and construction, City Council candidates are offering a variety of ideas to stimulate the local economy.
Published on October 30, 2009
Ariel Marchand is one of the performers in this year's Colorado Mountain College "Screamboat Chamber of Horror!" The haunted house continues tonight and tomorrow from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $5 at the door.
Published on October 30, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Austin Hinder dives over the goal line to take the Sailors to a 14-7 lead during their Oct. 24 game against Moffat County. The Sailors are 8-0 overall and 7-0 in the Western Slope League, and the team hopes to keep the unbeaten streak alive in tonight's game against Buena Vista.
Published on October 30, 2009
Ryan Stewart Allen with his girlfriend, Camille Bucci.
Published on October 30, 2009
Former Hayden Transportation Director Richard "Festus" Hagins talks Wednesday about his unexpected termination.
Published on October 30, 2009
Agent Orange is one of many bands playing at costume parties and ghoulish galas on Halloween in Routt County. Here, Agent Orange frontman Mike Palm performs at Ghost Ranch Saloon in May. His band plays Saturday at Ghost Ranch with local rockers the Amputators.
Published on October 30, 2009
Laura Lamun will sing lead vocals for The Nude Blues Band at 9 p.m. today at Ghost Ranch Saloon. The group provides a raw blues sound different from any project Lamun's done before, she said. She also sings with the Neil Young tribute band The Easy Peaces, seen here.
Published on October 30, 2009
Joe Dover, a Steamboat Springs High School senior, is the Steamboat Today athlete of the week.
Published on October 30, 2009
Voting for Festival O' Pumpkins, a decorated pumpkin competition hosted by the Steamboat Springs Arts Council, is from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Saturday on the Routt County Courthouse lawn. Coinciding with the Downtown Halloween Stroll, the pumpkin festival is one of several family-friendly Halloween events Saturday.
Published on October 30, 2009
Austin Hinder thanks his family, friends, coaches and teammates as he accepts his invitation Wednesday at Steamboat Springs High School to play in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. Hinder was presented with a hat and jersey and invited to play in the Jan. 9 game at the Alamodome in San Antonio. The game is broadcast live on NBC, and previous representatives have included Reggie Bush, Vince Young, Adrian Peterson and Tim Tebow. Hinder - who has helped the Sailors to an 8-0 record this season - has accounted for more than 1,700 yards rushing and passing and 23 touchdowns.
Published on October 29, 2009
Chuy Rivera, on the roof, and Jonathan Rivera clean up a lodgepole pine that was blown over by strong winds Wednesday afternoon in Steamboat Springs. The tree, which was growing in the front yard of Nathan and Summer Walker, clipped their home before landing on the home of the family's neighbor. Nobody was hurt, but both homes were damaged. For more about Wednesday's high winds and weather conditions, see page 6.
Published on October 29, 2009
Fierce winds at the base of the ski area boosted street signs off their standards Wednesday morning.
Published on October 29, 2009
Store employee Jill Bergman pulls a pair of earrings from one of several display cabinets at the Artisans Market. Store owner Jan Lomas said that after consistent shoplifting programs, she invested more than $10,000 in glass cases to secure easily concealable objects - but the cases can make shoppers less likely to buy, Lomas said.
Published on October 29, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School sophomore Eian Stamp gets his pinkie painted purple by Rotary Club of Steamboat Springs member Sandy Evans Hall on Wednesday as part of Rotary's End Polio Now fundraiser. Students at schools throughout Routt County were asked to donate $1 to support the cause.
Published on October 29, 2009
Unbridled wind gusts toppled an information kiosk in Torian Plum Plaza on Wednesday morning.
Published on October 29, 2009
Stacy Huffman, director of owner relations at the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel, is being presented Friday with the inaugural Young Professional of the Year award.
Published on October 29, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School volleyball players Devin Wilkinson, No. 7, and Jayde Mattox, No. 10, go up for a block during their Oct. 3 game against Palisade. Steamboat opens the District 8 tournament at about 9:15 a.m. Saturday in Montrose.
Published on October 29, 2009
The David family, of Steamboat Springs, from right, Danny, Max, Robin and Preston, participate in the 2008 Downtown Halloween Stroll. The event is one of several family-friendly activities for the holiday.
Published on October 29, 2009
R.J. Knight, left, of Bowling Green, Mo., supervises in December 2007 as a crew weaves wire strands into the core of the Steamboat gondola haul rope. Their work splicing what was then a new gondola rope is unrelated to vibration issues that led the ski area to install a new rope this month.
Published on October 29, 2009
Powerful winds claimed this cottonwood tree at Waterford townhomes Wednesdy morning.
Published on October 29, 2009
Chuy Rivera (on the roof) and Jonathan Rivera (on the ground) clean up a lodgepole pine tree that was blown over by strong winds Wednesday afternoon in downtown Steamboat Springs. The tree, which was growing in the front yard of Nathan and Summer Walker, clipped the Walker's home on the way down, and also landed on the home of the the family's next door neighbor, Joanne "Doc" Lasko. Nobody was hurt, but both homes were damaged.
Published on October 28, 2009
Unbridled wind gusts toppled an information kiosk in Torian Plum Plaza Wednesday morning.
Published on October 28, 2009
Fierce winds at the base of the ski area boosted street signs off their standards Wednesday morning.
Published on October 28, 2009
Powerful winds claimed this cottonwood tree at Waterford townhomes Wednesdy morning.
Published on October 28, 2009
Poplar Street in Hayden reopened to traffic Friday afternoon. The project to widen the street to three lanes and improve drainage was completed one week ahead of schedule.
Published on October 28, 2009
Hayden's Aubree Haskins hits the ball over the net in Tuesday night's match against Plateau Valley. The Tigers won the match in three games, and will advance to the district playoffs Friday in Meeker.
Published on October 28, 2009
Erin Koehler attempts to block the ball in Tuesday night's match against Plateau Valley. The Tigers won the match in three games, and will advance to the district playoffs Friday in Meeker.
Published on October 28, 2009
This painting by local artist and Steamboat Tattoo owner Neil Downs is one of 17 works depicting a bra or bust that will be up for auction at the eighth annual Bust of Steamboat, a benefit for the Yampa Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Project. Downs said his painting, on display at Vectra Bank downtown, is inspired by art owned by the Gossard family.
Published on October 28, 2009
Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream manager Elizabeth Robinson stands in the doorway of the Steamboat Springs store in Wildhorse Marketplace. The store closed its doors Sunday. Robinson cited the location, the economy and a lack of local traffic as reasons for the business's failure.
Published on October 28, 2009
This painting by local artist and Steamboat Tattoo owner Neil Downs is one of 17 works depicting a bra or bust that will be up for auction at the eighth annual Bust of Steamboat, a benefit for the Yampa Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Project. Downs said his painting, on display at Vectra Bank downtown, is inspired by art owned by the Gossard family.
Published on October 28, 2009
Recently retired Sheraton Steamboat Resort General Manager Chuck Porter is being honored as Business Leader of the Year.
Published on October 28, 2009
Mono Skier X competitors such as Andy Campbell, seen here, are featured in Warren Miller's "Dynasty." The 60th-anniversary film for Warren Miller entertainment mixes stunning locations with unique people and their stories, said director Max Bervy. The movie plays Thursday and Friday at the Steamboat Grand.
Published on October 28, 2009
"Dynasty" tells new stories while looking back at six decades of ski footage. A final segment about remote Northwestern China with athletes such as Monkee, seen here, combines the two ideas.
Published on October 28, 2009
Hayden's Rachael Koehler blocks a shot in the second game against Plateau Valley on Tuesday night.
Published on October 28, 2009
Warren Miller's "Dynasty" includes several Colorado segments, including one that produced this shot of Pete Wurster snowboarding in the Vail backcountry. "Dynasty" plays Thursday and Friday at the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel.
Published on October 28, 2009
Max Mancini and Matt Luczkow filmed an action sports road trip through Colorado for "Dynasty," the 60th movie by Warren Miller Entertainment. Here, Mancini skis in Silverton. The movie plays Thursday and Friday at the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel.
Published on October 28, 2009
Rich Hager, left and Bill Gamber will be joined by BAP employees Friday to accept the Business of the Year Award presented by the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association and the Steamboat Pilot & Today at Ghost Ranch Saloon during the Chamber's annual meeting.
Published on October 28, 2009
Published on October 28, 2009
Psychic medium Bee Herz, shown here in 2007, offers her services in the Steamboat area.
Published on October 28, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School's Christopher Holmquist gets to the ball in front of D' Evelyn forward Bryce Slama during Tuesday's playoff game at Gardner Field. D'Evelyn scored a second half goal in the wet and snowy conditions and went on to win the game, 1-0.
Published on October 28, 2009
The Howe Ranch on Routt County Road 56 north of Hayden will be protected through Routt County's Purchase of Development Rights program.
Published on October 28, 2009
The Sailors' Sam Glaisher, left, and D'Evelyn's Bryce Slama battle for a loose ball during Tuesday night's playoff game at Gardner field. D'Evelyn scored a second half goal, and went on to win the wet, snowy game, 1-0.
Published on October 28, 2009
Hayden's Jarah Woodley smiles after the Tigers earned a point in Tuesday night's match against Plateau Valley. The Tigers won the match in three games, and will advance to the district playoffs Friday in Meeker.
Published on October 28, 2009
Steamboat Springs' Sam Glaisher, left, and D'Evelyn's Bryce Slama battle for a loose ball during this afternoon's playoff game at Gardner Field in Steamboat. D'Evelyn scored a second-half goal and went on to win the wet, snowy game 1-0.
Published on October 27, 2009
Jim Stanko, right, presents the 2009 Leckenby Pioneer Award to Jane and Bud Romberg, Monday night at the United Methodist Church. The annual award recognizes those who enrich the quality of life in the Yampa Valley.
Published on October 27, 2009
Catherine Carson, front, and Judy Birmingham prepare mail-in ballots for counting Monday at the Routt County Courthouse in Steamboat Springs. County Clerk & Recorder Kay Weinland said as of Monday, the county had received 1,675 verified ballots out of more than 13,400 sent to voters.
Published on October 27, 2009
Senior Andrew White, center, moves the ball against defenders Tommy Lyon, left, and Charlie Von Thaden during the Steamboat Springs High School boys' soccer team's practice Monday night at Gardner Field. The Sailors will face D'Evelyn at 3:30 p.m. today at home.
Published on October 27, 2009
Snow guns blast the lower trails of Steamboat Ski Area on Monday morning, the first day of artificial snowmaking for the 2009-10 ski season. Mother Nature is expected to help out this week, with a 70 percent chance of snow Wednesday.
Published on October 27, 2009
Mount Werner Water District General Manager Jay Gallagher stands near a control panel at the Fish Creek Filtration Plant. The district operates the plant for both itself and the city of Steamboat Springs' water service area. The city expects the first draft of a water and wastewater rate study and master plan to be delivered this week.
Published on October 27, 2009
Mount Werner Water and Sanitation District General Manager Jay Gallagher explains the filtration process that takes place inside the Fish Creek Filtration Plant. The district operates the plant for itself and the city of Steamboat Springs' water service area. The city expects the first draft of a water and wastewater rate study and master plan to be delivered this week.
Published on October 27, 2009
Snow guns blast the lower trails of Steamboat Ski Area on Monday morning, the first day of artificial snowmaking for the 2009-10 ski season. Mother Nature is expected to help out this week, with a 70 percent chance of snow Wednesday.
Published on October 27, 2009
Jim Stanko, left, presents the 2009 Stanley L. Larson Award to family members of Chuck Fulton. From right are Fulton's son Vance Fulton, Terry Wattles, Vance Fulton's wife, Sue Fulton, and Chuck Fulton's daughter Rebecca Wattles. Chuck Fulton's son Lee Fulton, of Fort Collins, could not attend Monday night.
Published on October 27, 2009
Jane Norton
Published on October 27, 2009
Jim Stanko, right, presents the 2009 Leckenby Pioneer Award to longtime Steamboat Springs residents Bud and Jane Romberg on Monday. Both former educators, the Rombergs have been involved for decades in numerous community services and activities.
Published on October 27, 2009
Snow guns blast the lower trails of the Steamboat Ski Area on Monday morning, the first day of artificial snowmaking for the 2009-10 ski season. Mother Nature is expected to help out this week, with a 70 percent chance of snow Wednesday.
Published on October 27, 2009
Lyta Foulk runs around Soda Creek Elementary School last Thursday as part of Girls on the Run.
Published on October 26, 2009
Ski Haus ski technician Nick Itson slips a ski boot off 9-year-old Emma Parks' foot Sunday in Steamboat Springs. A day of snowy weather sent aspiring skiers flocking to area ski shops to be fitted for season-long ski and snowboard rentals. The Grand Junction office of the National Weather Service is forecasting a storm system moving in Tuesday that could bring widespread snow with the potential for significant snow accumulations through Saturday.
Published on October 26, 2009
Fourth-grader Eli Roach runs around the Soda Creek Elementary School campus last week as part of Girls on the Run, a new program for young girls. The program, which helps build self-esteem and fitness at the same time, is planning on taking the group to a 5K event Nov. 7 in Grand Junction.
Published on October 26, 2009
Kensey Bishop, right, and Eli Roach run around Soda Creek Elementary School last Thursday as part of Girls on the Run, a new program at the school. The program, which helps build self-esteem and fitness, will take the group to a 5K event Nov. 7 in Grand Junction for all participants in the Western Slope program.
Published on October 26, 2009
Steamboat's Evan DePuy, right, blasts a shot past a Rifle defender in an 11-0 win earlier this season in Steamboat Springs. The Sailors hope to have the same kind of home result Tuesday as they battle D'Evelyn in the first round of the Class 4A soccer playoffs.
Published on October 26, 2009
Eighth-grader Neylan Wheat participates in a demonstration last week to demonstrate how static electricity works by placing her hand on a Van de Graaff generator. The science experiment was one of several presented by John McConnell, founder of the Western Colorado Math and Science Center in Grand Junction.
Published on October 26, 2009
Chris Roberts, right, and Katie Stockhaus browse the auction items available Sunday afternoon at the Lowell Whiteman Primary School's Scholarship Auction at the Ghost Ranch Saloon in downtown Steamboat Springs. The pumpkins were designed by 11 local artists to coincide with the Halloween theme of the auction. The proceeds from the highest-bid pumpkin will be given to LIFT-UP of Routt County.
Published on October 26, 2009
Rusty de Lucia, a longtime Steamboat Springs resident who has been active in the theater community throughout the years, will join the 5 percent of volunteers who are older than 50 in the Peace Corps' approximately 7,500-person force. She is appearing in "Kimberly Akimbo" at 7 p.m. today at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 25, 2009
Cody Miles, left, Alex Estes and Gage Achtner, who, along with Matt Watwood, make up the senior class on Soroco's football team, charge on the field Friday before a game against Norwood.
Published on October 25, 2009
Coleman, left, and Marrs execute triceps dips on the steps at the Howelsen Hill rodeo grounds, lowering themselves with their arms and pushing back up.
Published on October 25, 2009
Ron Medina, back left, and his brother Victor Medina, back right, have joined forces with Roxanna Shores, Sidney Peak Ranch equestrian center manager, front row from left, Donna Dunkelberger, a boarder who helps with functions at the equestrian center, and Beth Trujillo, assistant equestrian center manager, to collect food to donate to LIFT-UP of Routt County.
Published on October 25, 2009
Rusty de Lucia, a longtime Steamboat Springs resident who has been active in the theater community throughout the years, will join the 5 percent of volunteers who are older than 50 in the Peace Corps' approximately 7,500-person force. She is appearing in "Kimberly Akimbo" at 7 p.m. today at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 25, 2009
Naomi Lang and Lenny Kline, of Steamboat Springs, were married Sept. 19, 2009.
Published on October 25, 2009
Soroco coach David Bruner speaks to his team before Friday night's game against Norwood that pitted the 7-0 Rams against the 7-0 Mavericks.
Published on October 25, 2009
Soroco coach David Bruner pumps his fist Friday after Soroco's defense came up with a key first-half stand. Bruner helped guide the Rams from winless league seasons in 2006 and 2007 to a 4-4 campaign in 2008 and a 7-1 record in 2009.
Published on October 25, 2009
Sarah Coleman, left, and Cara Marrs lunge their way up the steps at the rodeo grounds at Howelsen Hill. Coleman, a personal trainer at Fusion Fit in Steamboat Springs, said the area can offer a full-body workout without any expensive equipment.
Published on October 25, 2009
Ron Medina, left, and his brother Victor Medina have led a food drive at the Sidney Peak Ranch after being inspired by efforts at the Steamboat Christian Center to raise a ton of food for LIFT-UP of Routt County.
Published on October 25, 2009
Let's Vote committee member Tim Rowse watches Steamboat Springs resident Eugene Buchanan sign a petition Saturday to put the Steamboat 700 annexation to a vote.
Published on October 25, 2009
Hayden Valley Elementary School Student Council members Cassidy Crawford, from left, Alex Hamilton, Zoie Lowe, Paige Barnes, Kyra Bennett, Tyler Hockaday, Dustin Sullins and Darian Murphy sit on bags of the 1,156 pounds of clothes the school collected. The clothes will be taken to Denver, where they'll be shipped to schoolchildren in Burkina Faso, Africa.
Published on October 25, 2009
Bailey leaps from step to step at the rodeo grounds, holding a squat position as she lands.
Published on October 25, 2009
Felix & Fido owner Kelda Combs Wall is closing her business today in the Alpen Glow building in downtown Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 25, 2009
Most of the Whiteman kayaking group, including Jim Linville (red helmet), Colin Klein, Will Findell, Galen Goldscheitter, David Lea, Karsten Thompson, Erik Petersen, Brian Alsberg, Errik Hill and John Morse.
Published on October 25, 2009
Soroco's Ceanna Rossi tries to tap the ball over the net past Hayden senior Samantha Huffar Saturday as the Tigers beat the Rams in Hayden.
Published on October 25, 2009
Rusty de Lucia rehearses with Cesare Rosati for the February 2007 performance "Games People Play: The One Acts Are Back!"
Published on October 25, 2009
The Class 4A regional cross-country meet for boys and girls teams was held in Aspen on Saturday. The Steamboat Springs High School boys team finished third, which qualified the team for next weekend's state meet. The girls team did not qualify for state, though two runners ran close to their best times of the year.
Published on October 25, 2009
Marla Bailey pulls into a one-legged squat in the stands at the rodeo arena in downtown Steamboat Springs. Bailey works out at the arena several times a week. She picked up many of the exercises by taking a ski fitness class from Chris Voyvodic at Old Town Hot Springs.
Published on October 25, 2009
Dave Singer, of Lone Tree, and Denise Baumbach, of California, share a kiss Aug. 1 during the Wine Festival at Steamboat. The event, along with the Triple Crown World Series, was the most-visited weekend in summer 2009 with lodging capacity at 79 percent.
Published on October 25, 2009
Ariel Marchand tries out the electric chair in Colorado Mountain College's "Screamboat Chamber of Horror."
Published on October 25, 2009
Colorado Mountain College's "Screamboat Chamber of Horror" performers, from right, Courtney Brown, Ariel Marchand, Wyatt Wilson and Bryant Finley will be dishing out the scares from 6 to 10 p.m. tonight, Friday and Saturday.
Published on October 25, 2009
Rusty de Lucia, a longtime Steamboat Springs resident who has been active in the theater community throughout the years, will join the 5 percent of volunteers who are older than 50 in the Peace Corps' approximately 7,500-person force. She is appearing in "Kimberly Akimbo" at 7 p.m. today at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 25, 2009
Rusty de Lucia, right, performs with, from left, Mark Bucksen and Cesare Rosati in the 2006 production of "Arsenic and Old Lace."
Published on October 25, 2009
Lowell Whiteman School kayak trip leader Jim Linville assesses how to remove the upturned raft out from between two boulders at the Gates of Lodore on the Green River through Dinosaur National Monument.
Published on October 25, 2009
Seniors Katie Parrott, left, and Rachael Koehler leap for a block Saturday as the Hayden volleyball team knocked off Soroco in three.
Published on October 25, 2009
Steamboat Springs resident Erin Brosterhous enters U.S. Highway 40 from 12th Street during rush hour Thursday afternoon. Brosterhous has used her bike to beat the traffic in downtown Steamboat Springs created by recent construction.
Published on October 25, 2009
Lowell Whiteman School students kayak in front of Steamboat Rock on the Green River through Dinosaur National Monument.
Published on October 25, 2009
Seniors Katie Parrott and Rachael Koehler leap for a block Saturday as the Hayden volleyball team knocked off Soroco in three.
Published on October 25, 2009
An auction notice was posted at the Dry Creek lots, which include a playground and walking paths.
Published on October 25, 2009
Victor Medina, left, and his brother Ron Medina, right, have led a food drive at the Sidney Peak Ranch after being inspired by efforts at the Steamboat Christian Center's drive to raise a ton of food for LIFT-UP of Routt County.
Published on October 25, 2009
Steamboat Springs soccer player Andrew White hugs his mother, Katie, while his dad, Brian, watches Thursday when the seniors were introduced during halftime of their game against Moffat County High School. The win against the Bulldogs helped the Sailors clinch the league title for the first time since 2001.
Published on October 25, 2009
Auctioneer Scott Shuman looks over a quiet crowd Oct. 18 at the Dry Creek land auction in Hayden. Residential lot sales lagged at the auction, while 25 miles east on U.S. Highway 40, affordable housing continues to be a hot topic for debate.
Published on October 25, 2009
Jon Peddie and Jim Woods are negotiating with buyers for Dry Creek Village lots.
Published on October 25, 2009
Jessie and Tom Cramer, pictured Thursday at their store, Cramer Flooring, on Yampa Ave., battled methamphetamine and other addictions at the beginning of their relationship. Both are now clean and active members of Communities Overcoming Methamphetamine Abuse and Celebrate Recovery.
Published on October 24, 2009
Hayden quarterback Graig Medvesk avoids the Meeker rush during Friday night's game against the Cowboys in Hayden. Medvesk avoided the pressure, but the Tigers couldn't find a way to win the game. Meeker won, 36-7.
Published on October 24, 2009
Yampa Valley Medical Center Assistant Director of Radiology Julie Isaacs and her team plan to start using the hospital's new digital mammography machine in early November. The $500,000 machine was purchased using money raised from the annual Penguin Plunge and other fundraisers.
Published on October 24, 2009
Hayden's Rene Valdez attempts to pull in a pass in front of Meeker's Jake Nieslanik in the first half of Friday night's game in Hayden. Nieslanik was able to knock the ball away on the play. Meeker went on to win the game 36-7.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Austin Hinder dives over the goal line to take the Sailors to a 14-7 lead during Friday night's game against Moffat County.
Published on October 24, 2009
Liv Mason pretends to pull an item out of an imaginary box Thursday afternoon during a presentation by the Drama Enrichment Club at Soda Creek Elementary School. Fellow students Toby Morse, center, and Jessica Diehl watch the demonstration, which was put on for a group of parents during an open house to recognize after-school programs.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Austin Hinder dives over the goal line to take the Sailors to a 14-7 lead during Friday night's game against Moffat County.
Published on October 24, 2009
Christian Heritage School third-grader Maya Kissane listens to Cara Iacovetto talk about ranching Friday during the school's fall festival. Students at the school dressed up in outfits representing Routt County's heritage and spent a part of the morning learning about the valley's colorful history. See the full story on page 2.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Joe Dover pulls in a pass during the third quarter of Friday night's game against Moffat County. Steamboat won, 42-14.
Published on October 24, 2009
Norwood running back Jordan Nielson stiff arms Soroco's Jacob Hange Friday night as the Mavericks beat the Rams, 41-20.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Joe Dover pulls in a pass during the third quarter of Friday night's game against Moffat County.
Published on October 24, 2009
Skier Sean Pettit is a featured athlete in Matchstick Productions' 2009 film, "In Deep." The movie is one of several winter sports-themed films that will be screened today and Saturday at the seventh annual Steamboat Mountain Film Festival.
Published on October 24, 2009
Second-graders Jada Krieger, left, and Jesca Gilbert dress up to represent Steamboat Springs' western heritage Friday morning during the Christian Heritage School's Fall Festival. The costume-clad students spent the morning alternating between different stations where they learned about and played games related to the area's history.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Joe Dover runs the ball for 54 yards for a touchdown near the end of the second quarter of Friday's game against Moffat County High School.
Published on October 24, 2009
Hayden's Rachael Koehler blocks a shot by Meeker's Kathryn Doll in the second game of Friday night's match at Hayden High School. The Tigers lost the first two games, but rallied to force a fifth and deciding game. Meeker won the match 25-22, 25-7, 25-15, 17-25 and 15-8.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Joe Dover runs the ball for 54 yards for a touchdown near the end of the second quarter of Friday's game against Moffat County High School.
Published on October 24, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School sophomore Enrique Lopez takes a shot to bring the Sailors to a 2-0 lead against Moffat County High School. Steamboat won, 3-0.
Published on October 23, 2009
Mayhem String Band, a Mississippi bluegrass group with country upbringing, plays at 10 p.m. Saturday at Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill. Admission is free.
Published on October 23, 2009
Darren Zehner
Published on October 23, 2009
The Steamboat Springs High School football team gets ready to start practice Thursday night. Steamboat takes on Moffat County High School at 7 p.m. today at Gardner Field in Steamboat.
Published on October 23, 2009
"Kimberly Akimbo" performers, from right, Rusty de Lucia, Eileen Jones and Jordan Wallace rehearse for this weekend's performances at the Depot Art Center. The performance is at 7 p.m. today, Saturday and Sunday.
Published on October 23, 2009
Tim Frentress
Published on October 23, 2009
Darren Zehner
Published on October 23, 2009
Vance Fulton
Published on October 23, 2009
Laurie Hallenbeck
Published on October 23, 2009
Cyclists compete in the Sept. 7 Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare Criterium event, which was the final event in the inaugural four-day Steamboat Springs Stage Race. Some say the Stage Race, along with new races and additional biking trails, could boost Steamboat's image as a cycling destination.
Published on October 23, 2009
Standard Films' snowboard movie "Black Winter" is featured in the seventh annual Steamboat Mountain Film Festival. Submitted film screenings are at 7 p.m. today at CMC and professional film screenings are at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel.
Published on October 23, 2009
The Lowell Whiteman School broke ground on its new boys dormitory in July and expects to have it completed in May. The school is celebrating the construction with lunch today.
Published on October 23, 2009
Vance Fulton
Published on October 23, 2009
Iron Horse Inn renter Larry Haines talks Wednesday about his living arrangements at the city-owned property. Haines says he is happy the city provides the opportunity for transitional housing. He spoke at Tuesday's City Council meeting about the city's lease of Iron Horse to Boulder-based New West Inns.
Published on October 22, 2009
A Craig Fire/Rescue official uses a chainsaw to cut a hole in the Craig Motel roof so others can spray flame retardant inside.
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue worker Kris Olsen walks through a mixture of class-A fire retardant foam and water during a fire Wednesday at the Craig Motel.
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue workers make their way into Room 11, the origin of Wednesday's fire at the Craig Motel.
Published on October 22, 2009
A Craig Fire/Rescue firefighter helps a colleague get checked out by medics after his tank alarm sounded, alerting him of low oxygen levels.
Published on October 22, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Colleen King goes up for a spike during the Oct. 15 match against Moffat County. Steamboat plays at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Palisade and at 5:30 p.m. Friday at Delta.
Published on October 22, 2009
Sergeant Kirk Gardner, of the Colorado State Patrol, was one of the first emergency responders to arrive at the scene of the Craig Motel fire.
Published on October 22, 2009
A gas leak Wednesday resulted in the evacuation of the Red Hawk subdivision in Stagecoach. Residents of the subdivision, which is shown here earlier this summer, were allowed to return to their homes later in the afternoon.
Published on October 22, 2009
Steamboat Players and the Steamboat Springs Arts Council present "Kimberly Akimbo" beginning Friday at 7 p.m. at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 22, 2009
Steamboat Players and the Steamboat Springs Arts Council present "Kimberly Akimbo" beginning on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Depot Art Center.
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue officials spray foam fire retardant into the ceiling of the burning Craig Motel on Wednesday afternoon.
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue worker Kris Olsen walks through a mixture of foam fire retardant and water during the Wednesday fire at the Craig Motel.
Published on October 22, 2009
Donielle Graves cleans off a table outside the Tugboat Grill & Pub late Wednesday morning. The business is one of the few left on Ski Time Square Drive. The majority of the development was demolished in 2008. Redevelopment plans were tabled Tuesday by the Steamboat Springs City Council, which wants to see a plan for how the commercial area at the base of Steamboat Ski Area will be used in intervening years.
Published on October 22, 2009
Steamboat Pilot & Today Athlete of the Week Gus Allen
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue firefighters cut a hole in the Craig Motel rooftop in efforts to contain a fire Wednesday. Firefighters worked inward from the edges of the fire back to the source after initial flames were subdued.
Published on October 22, 2009
Redevelopment plans for Ski Time Square were tabled by the Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday. Council members said they want to see plan for how the demolished site will be put to use in intervening years to ignite the commercial area at the base of Steamboat Ski Area.
Published on October 22, 2009
Driver Andrew Comrie-Picard and navigator Jeremy Wimpey swing around a corner during a stage of the Sept. 20 Rally Colorado race south of Hayden. The race's fate is up in the air.
Published on October 22, 2009
Redevelopment plans for the site of the demolished Ski Time Square site were tabled by the Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday. Council members said they want to see a plan for how the demolished site will be put to use in intervening years to ignite the commercial area at the base of Steamboat Ski Area.
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue firefighter Al Landa knocks through the roof to combat the fire at the Craig Motel.
Published on October 22, 2009
Country music singer Lee Ann Womack greets new Nashville Songwriters Foundation Hall of Fame member Mark Sanders after performing her signature hit, "I Hope You Dance," which was written by Sanders, a part-time Steamboat Springs resident. Sanders accepted the hall of fame honor during a ceremony Sunday in Nashville.
Published on October 22, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue workers cut a hole in the Craig Motel rooftop as they work to contain a fire Wednesday.
Published on October 21, 2009
Craig Fire/Rescue workers combat a blaze Wednesday at the Craig Motel at 894 Yampa Ave. The origin of the fire and the extent of the damage is not yet known.
Published on October 21, 2009
In February, burglars accessed and stole a laptop from Steamboat Springs School District Finance Director Dale Mellor's office by breaking the lock on a conference room door.
Published on October 21, 2009
Australian-born blues guitarist Michael Charles plays at 10 p.m. Thursday at the Old Town Pub. The show is part of Charles' international Recall 2009 Tour.
Published on October 21, 2009
Sales associate Duane Bizer helps customers inside the Steamboat Springs NAPA Auto Parts store. NAPA is not part of the industrial enterprise zone that has city sales and use tax exemptions, but several of the store's customers are. The Steamboat Springs City Council voted 6-1 on Tuesday to approve a resolution allowing the city's industrial enterprise zone program to expire as scheduled at the end of this year.
Published on October 21, 2009
Ken Constantine describes a petition available to be signed at his west Steamboat Springs business, Elk River Guns. Ken's wife, Cindy Constantine, is part of a committee known as Let's Vote, which is organizing the petition drive. In addition to canvassing the city with its petition, the committee also has made one available at Elk River Guns, 1320 Dream Island Plaza, during regular business hours.
Published on October 21, 2009
A Craig Fire/Rescue firefighter helps a colleague get checked out by medics after his tank alarm sounded, alerting him of low oxygen levels.
Published on October 21, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Tony Rende passes the ball during Tuesday night's game against Eagle Valley High School. The Sailors beat the Devils, 2-0.
Published on October 21, 2009
Colorado Commissioner of Education Dwight D. Jones takes a few moments to address school administrators, mostly from Routt County, during a stop in Steamboat Springs on Tuesday morning. The commissioner was addressing issues dealing with the "Race to the Top" federal education grant funds, which are designed to help school systems across the United States with federal stimulus dollars. Special assistant Nina Lopez is also pictured.
Published on October 21, 2009
The staff of J.D.W. stands in front of the shop on Evan's Street in Steamboat Springs. The staff includes, from left, Otis Thompson, Brenda Northrop, Bill Northrop, owner Dewey Williams, Kyle Siegler, Janet Williams, Terry Armstrong, Wes Romans and Darren Ebaugh.
Published on October 20, 2009
In January 2006, Saturn, lower right, passed in front of the famous Beehive star cluster. On Nov. 1 of this year, the red planet Mars will do the same. The Beehive is faintly visible to the unaidedeye on a moonless night and was known to the ancient Greeks and Romans as the Manger.
Published on October 20, 2009
Hayden Elementary students, from left, Shawnau Austin, Kacie Babcock and Ramziz Estrada play a game during a field trip to Yampatika's Environmental Learning Center at the Legacy Ranch on the east side of Steamboat Springs. The game, in which students pretended to be deer, food, water or shelter, demonstrated how deer survive in their habitat based on resources.
Published on October 20, 2009
Wes Romans uses a metal shear to make parts for a ventilation system that J.D.W. is completing at the Strawberry Park Elementary School. The heating, ventilation, air conditioning and sheet metal company has been serving Steamboat Springs and the surrounding areas for 40 years.
Published on October 20, 2009
Ryan Fisher, co-owner of Rocky Mountain Remedies medical marijuana dispensary, fills out some paperwork in the business's new location in 2700 block of Downhill Plaza earlier this year. The federal government announced Monday that it will not prosecute medical marijuana users or dispensaries as long as they comply with state law.
Published on October 20, 2009
Volunteer Kathy Hockett helps Nocona Hockett, who was participating in a creative writing exercise Monday morning at Yampatika's Environmental Learning Center. The exercise was part of three activities the students took part in during the field trip, which promoted environmental education.
Published on October 20, 2009
Sophie Picking, 4, spent part of the sunny Sunday afternoon at the Howelsen Park playground with her mother, Lynn, and the rest of the family. The temperature Sunday rose to about 70 degrees. According to the Weather Underground forecasting service, the average temperature for Oct. 18 is 56 degrees, and the record is 75, set in 1958.
Published on October 19, 2009
Supporters of the Yampa Valley Autism Program gathered for the local nonprofit's inaugural Masquerade Ball in fall 2008. The second annual event, benefiting services and programs provided by the Yampa Valley Autism Program, is from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday at Three Peaks Grill.
Published on October 19, 2009
Zelda Lacey leaps for a tennis ball thrown by Marie Lacey on Sunday. The pups got a one-day pass to the pools at the Old Town Hot Springs, which will undergo a seasonal cleaning.
Published on October 19, 2009
Auctioneer Cookie Lockhart works the crowd Sunday at the Dry Creek Village land auction in Hayden.
Published on October 19, 2009
Routt County elections supervisor Vicki Weber shows one of the ballot boxes, which are at the Routt County Clerk and Recorder's Office, Yampa Town Hall, Oak Creek Town Hall, Hayden Town Hall and the Clark Store.
Published on October 18, 2009
Cariveau heads down a trail at Howelsen Hill. Cyclocross is a variation of mountain biking.
Published on October 18, 2009
Local cyclocross rider Jon Cariveau runs up the rodeo grounds steps Saturday at the base of Howelsen Hill.
Published on October 18, 2009
Scott Contracting traffic supervisor Markus Dean stops traffic while workers cut through the pavement in front of Lyon's Corner Drug.
Published on October 18, 2009
Because cyclocross is a sport designed to survive wet mud season weather, warmer cycling clothing usually is necessary. A long-sleeved jersey from Orange Peel, right, ($90), a pair of Pearl Izumi Cyclone gloves ($40) and fleece-lined Salsa bib knickers ($100) can stand up to the fall weather.
Published on October 18, 2009
Scott Contracting workers install new sewer line at the corner of 11th Street and Lincoln Avenue.
Published on October 18, 2009
Steamboat's Keegan Burger knocks a return Saturday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Burger finished fourth in the tournament.
Published on October 18, 2009
Tires on a cyclocross bike, like the rest of it, are a cross between mountain bike tires and road bike tires. They are narrower than a regular mountain bike tires, but studded with knobs to help keep traction on gravel.
Published on October 18, 2009
Sarah Kostin
Published on October 18, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School seniors Devin Wilkinson, left, and Jayde Mattox raise their arms for a block during their match Saturday against Battle Mountain. The Sailors beat the Huskies in four games.
Published on October 18, 2009
The Costume Party and Dance Shop owner Sandy Pugh, clockwise from top left, Carol Herman, Sara Pugh and Victoria Belz model costumes at the store between 11th and 12th streets on Lincoln Avenue. Pugh said the store would be open through November.
Published on October 18, 2009
The Kona Jake cyclocross bike ($799), available at Orange Peel in Steamboat Springs, is a cross between a mountain bike and a road bike. It's ideal for cyclocross, or just transportation on Routt County gravel roads.
Published on October 18, 2009
Steamboat Springs Police Officer Dan Kelliher talks to a motorist after issuing a warning ticket at Walton Creek Road and U.S. Highway 40.
Published on October 18, 2009
Kyle Rogers swings for a return Saturday at the state tennis tournament. Rogers and Gabri Erspamer, Steamboat's No. 4 doubles team, lost in the consolation finals and finished fourth in the tournament.
Published on October 18, 2009
Bonnie Dougherty looks through the costumes Thursday at The Costume Party and Dance Shop in downtown Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 18, 2009
Developer/property manager Curt Weiss is seeking city approval for a plan to demolish three apartment buildings adjacent to Walton Pond and replace them with 14 new townhomes.
Published on October 18, 2009
Timeshare sales at The Village at Steamboat have gathered steam since Wyndham Vacation Ownership took the strategic step of reducing new product in the pipeline and refocusing its marketing and sales efforts on a higher demographic than it pursued before the recession settled in.
Published on October 18, 2009
Scott Contracting workers Juan Benitez, right, and Salvador Gonzales cut through the pavement Thursday in front of Lyon's Corner Drug on Lincoln Avenue.
Published on October 18, 2009
The luxury ski-in, ski-out condominiums at the Steamboat Villas in Morningside Tower at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort and marketed by Starwood Vacation Ownership are the best-selling timeshare units in Steamboat in 2009.
Published on October 18, 2009
Steamboat Springs Police Officer Dan Kelliher talks to a motorist after issuing a warning ticket at Walton Creek Road and U.S. Highway 40.
Published on October 18, 2009
Gabri Erspamer returns a serve Saturday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 18, 2009
Members of Steamboat Springs resident Pio Utu's family including his sister, Sose, center, and brother-in-law Fono Fepulea'i, right, help with disaster relief in Samoa, which is rebuilding after a Sept. 29 earthquake and tsunami. A benefit for relief efforts is Saturday at Steamboat Springs High School.
Published on October 18, 2009
Pioneer Spirits co-owner Kenny Loose says the effect of the Lincoln Avenue construction "hasn't been as bad as I thought."
Published on October 18, 2009
Kristal Eckley, left, and Gail Hunter take self-portraits Saturday afternoon in front of a graffiti wall behind Orange Peel Bicycle Service. The friends were participating in a walking photography tour with local photographer Debbi Funston as part of Mainstreet Steamboat Springs' inaugural Sisters in Steamboat Weekend.
Published on October 18, 2009
Keegan Burger eyes the ball Saturday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Burger finished fourth in No. 2 singles.
Published on October 18, 2009
Steamboat Springs resident Pio Utu said that in his native Samoa, the Sept. 29 earthquake and tsunami leveled churches, homes, schools and more, leaving many residents without shelter as cyclone season approaches.
Published on October 18, 2009
Fuzziwig's Candy Factory owner Matt Cardille says the construction has hurt customer traffic because "nobody wants to come downtown."
Published on October 18, 2009
Local photographer Debbi Funston gives photography tips to Kristal Eckley, left, and Gail Hunter on Saturday at the beginning of a Sisters in Steamboat Weekend photography workshop.
Published on October 18, 2009
Keegan Burger reaches to return a ball Saturday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 18, 2009
Kyle Rogers connects with a ball Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. After losing in the championship semifinals in the morning, Rogers and teammate Gabri Erspamer won their No. 4 doubles consolation match to advance today to play for third place.
Published on October 17, 2009
Keegan Burger stretches for a return Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Steamboat junior Keegan Burger leaps to return a ball Friday in the consolation semifinals of the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Burger won the match in two sets, rallying from deep deficits in each to claim a spot in today's third-place match. Steamboat's No. 4 doubles team of Gabri Erspamer and Kyle Rogers also qualified for the consolation finals.
Published on October 17, 2009
Keegan Burger screams and hammers home a point Friday in the consolation semifinals at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Burger trailed in the first set of that match, 5-2, and was down 5-1 in the second set. He went on to win both sets, earning a spot in today's third-place match.
Published on October 17, 2009
Christian Heritage School eighth-grader Andie Baker calls out a card during a game of keno Friday at the Doak Walker Care Center. Forty-three students from the school spent part of the day volunteering at organizations throughout Routt County.
Published on October 17, 2009
Keegan Burger crushes a return Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Gabri Erspamer reaches for a ball Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
People line up outside the Steamboat Springs Middle School on Friday night for the annual Ski & Sport Swap. Hundreds of pairs of good skis, many of them rescued from rental fleets and demo programs, are finding new homes during the swap, which continues today.
Published on October 17, 2009
Keegan Burger plays Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Kyle Rogers prepares to swing for a ball Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Jamey Swiggart leans for a return Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Jamey Swiggart eyes a return Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Kyle Rogers grimaces as he walks off the court Friday morning at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Rogers and teammate Gabri Erspamer lost in the No. 4 doubles semifinals, but they won a consolation match and play today for third place.
Published on October 17, 2009
A herd of deer stand alongside Juniper Springs Court on Thursday morning.
Published on October 17, 2009
Jamey Swiggart catches a volley Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Hayden High School senior Ben Fulton, right, tries to pull in a ball deflected by Hotchkiss High School's Ryan Spor on Friday night. Hotchkiss beat Hayden, 35-0.
Published on October 17, 2009
Keegan Burger eyes the ball Friday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 17, 2009
Kyle Rogers just misses as he reaches to try to return a ball today in the No. 4 doubles semifinals at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Steamboat's No. 4 doubles team lost the match to a pair from Kent Denver.
Published on October 16, 2009
John Shors
Published on October 16, 2009
Jamey Swiggart plays Thursday in the first round of the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Jamey Swiggart swings for a ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Jamey Swiggart eyes the ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Kyle Rogers swings for the ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Gabri Erspamer leans toward a shot Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Keegan Burger knocks the ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Keegan Burger swings Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Callum Richman tries to catch a ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Luke Farny leans to return a ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Mirko Erspamer reaches for a return Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Luke Farny leaps for a ball Thursday as the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Kyle Rogers smashes a return Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Rogers and playing partner Gabri Erspamer will play today in the No. 4 doubles semifinals.
Published on October 16, 2009
Vladan Chase taps a return Thursday during the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Steamboat senior Jeff Lambart reacts after a shot Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Lambart and Jack Burger, the No. 1 doubles team, lost in three sets in the quarterfinals.
Published on October 16, 2009
Jeff Lambart eyes a ball Thursday at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 16, 2009
Bill Kennedy responds to questions during an interview in his Steamboat Springs home Thursday morning. Kennedy is running against Brian Kelly for the Steamboat Springs School Board seat in District 1.
Published on October 16, 2009
Brian Kelly is running for the Steamboat Springs School Board seat in District 1.
Published on October 16, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School boys took part in the Rifle Invitational cross-country meet Thursday.
Published on October 16, 2009
Steamboat's Gabri Erspamer, along with Kyle Rogers, will move on to the state semifinals today.
Published on October 16, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Devin Wilkinson goes up for a kill during Thursday's match against Moffat County High School. The Sailors won in three games.
Published on October 16, 2009
Margarte Lichtenfels, from left, Taylor Harrington, Hannah Mihaich and Marley Loomis are excited after winning the girls 400-yard freestyle relay at the Aspen Leaf Invitational during the weekend. It was the first time the Steamboat Swim Team had competed in the fall event.
Published on October 16, 2009
Soroco football captains, from left, Matthew Watwood, Alex Estes, Gage Achtner and Cody Miles, head to midfield for the coin flip at a recent game. The Rams host Silver State at 7 p.m. today.
Published on October 16, 2009
Luke Farny, left, and Callum Richman brace for impact as they collide while chasing a ball during the third set of their No. 3 doubles quarterfinal match at the state tennis tournament in Pueblo. Like most of the other Sailors, the pair fought hard to force three sets but couldn't pull out the victory. Only the No. 4 doubles team of Gabri Erspamer and Kyle Rogers won both matches Thursday to advance to today's semifinals.
Published on October 16, 2009
Bill Kennedy, left, responds to questions during an interview in his Steamboat Springs home Thursday morning. Kennedy is running against Brian Kelly for the Steamboat Springs School Board seat in District 1.
Published on October 16, 2009
Local classic rock cover band Worried Men will take an extended break after their show at 10 p.m. today at Mahogany Ridge. Here, Worried Men bassist Willie Samuelson practices during a fall 2008 band rehearsal.
Published on October 16, 2009
Denver dance band The Informants was the first act to play a public show at Ghost Ranch Saloon, a downtown music venue that opened in May. The band returns to Ghost Ranch at 9 p.m. Saturday.
Published on October 16, 2009
SmartWool employees Katie Homier, left, and Erin DiSanti load firewood onto a truck Thursday at a U.S. Forest Service work area off of 13th Street. The SmartWool offices were closed Thursday so employees could volunteer delivering firewood to 18 needy families in Routt and Moffat counties. This is the third year the Forest Service has worked with the company for a day of volunteer work.
Published on October 16, 2009
Snow covers Storm Peak at an elevation of 10,372 feet Thursday at Steamboat Ski Area. Despite this modest coverage, one local expert estimates the snow on Buffalo Pass to be as deep as 30 inches.
Published on October 16, 2009
Cash'd Out, a tribute to Johnny Cash, plays at 9 p.m. today at Ghost Ranch Saloon. Admission is $5 at the door. Listen to a song by the band at www.explore steamboat.com; click on "what to do this week."
Published on October 16, 2009
Denver dance band The Informants play at 9 p.m. Saturday at Ghost Ranch Saloon. Tickets are $5 at the door. Listen to songs from the band's new CD, "Crime Scene Queen," at www.exploresteamboat.com.
Published on October 16, 2009
John Shors
Published on October 16, 2009
Worried Men members, from left, Willie Samuelson, Randy Kelley, Jon Gibbs and Pat Waters take a break from a fall 2008 practice in their rehearsal room. The band will take a break from its regular weekend set at Mahogany Ridge this fall, with its last scheduled show at 10 p.m. Friday.
Published on October 15, 2009
Athlete of the Week Rachael Koehler
Published on October 15, 2009
Worried Men guitar and mandolin player Randy Kelley, left, and Jon Gibbs practice in fall 2008 for Worried Men's regular Friday night gig at Mahogany Ridge. The band will take a break from that regular set this fall, with its last scheduled show at 10 p.m. Friday.
Published on October 15, 2009
Old Town residents Kevin Bennett and Cari Hermacinski are running against each other for the Steamboat Springs City Council District 1 seat.
Published on October 15, 2009
Setter Colleen King pounds the ball over the net during Wednesday's Steamboat Springs High School volleyball team practice. King and her teammates were preparing for tonight's game against Moffat County.
Published on October 15, 2009
Senior Kylee Swiggart digs a ball while warming up for Wednesday's practice at Steamboat Springs High School. Swiggart and her teammates were preparing for tonight's game against Moffat County.
Published on October 15, 2009
Incumbent Cari Hermacinski raised more than $15,000 for her Steamboat Springs City Council re-election campaign, according to campaign finance reports filed Tuesday. That amount places her more than $9,000 ahead of the second-highest fundraiser, her opponent, Kevin Bennett. His sign is the only one missing from this collection on Yampa Street.
Published on October 15, 2009
Published on October 14, 2009
Published on October 14, 2009
Steamboat Springs goalie Connor Birch reaches out to save the ball during a game against Battle Mountain on Tuesday in Edwards. The game ended with a 1-1 tie.
Published on October 14, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School sophomore Max Roder hits a backhand during practice Tuesday. The Sailors leave today for the three-day state tournament in Pueblo.
Published on October 14, 2009
Visiting nurse Pam Nettleton administers a shot to Jackson Metzler during a flu shot clinic Tuesday afternoon for children under the age of 18 at the Steamboat Springs High School.
Published on October 14, 2009
Brian Kelly, who is running for the Steamboat Springs School Board's District 1 seat, speaks at a forum hosted by the Steamboat Springs Rotary Club Tuesday afternoon. His opponent Bill Kennedy and Denise Connelly, who is running unopposed to retain her seat in District 3, joined him for the forum.
Published on October 14, 2009
Visiting nurse Pam Nettleton administers a shot to Taylor Kopatz's thigh during a flu shot clinic Tuesday afternoon for children younger than 18 at Steamboat Springs High School. Taylor's mom, Allyson, comforted her.
Published on October 14, 2009
Brady Meier
Published on October 14, 2009
Bill Kennedy, who is running for the Steamboat Springs School Board's District 1 seat, speaks Tuesday afternoon at a forum hosted by the Steamboat Springs Rotary Club. His opponent, Brian Kelly, and Denise Connelly, who is running unopposed to retain her District 3 seat, joined him at the forum.
Published on October 14, 2009
Steamboat 700 Principal and Project Manager Danny Mulcahy addresses members of the Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday night after the council voted 4-3 to approve the annexation of the project west of the city.
Published on October 14, 2009
The Steamboat Springs City Council discusses the proposed Steamboat 700 annexation at its meeting tonight.
Published on October 13, 2009
Big Head Todd & the Monsters will play a free show in December at the Steamboat Ski Area.
Published on October 13, 2009
Dust particles shed by Halley's Comet create our annual Orionid meteor shower, which peaks on the morning of Oct. 21 every year. Shown here (lower left) as it appeared in our sky on March 17, 1986, Halley's Comet itself won't be seen from Earth again until the year 2061.
Published on October 13, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School's Tony Rende runs through a drill during the Sailors' practice Monday evening. Coach Rob Bohlmann said Steamboat's success against league-leading Battle Mountain probably will come down to defense, but he's hoping the Sailors offense can make a mark, as well.
Published on October 13, 2009
Ace at the Curve employee Cooper Barnett, left, helps longtime local Tom Clapsaddle with a bird feeder Monday afternoon at the West Steamboat Springs home improvement store. Denny Swanson, a partner in the Ace store, said Monday he is seeing more customers shopping for home improvement items lately.
Published on October 13, 2009
Stela Verhey enjoys the mild weather in Steamboat Springs on Monday afternoon while she polishes off an ice cream cone outside of Fuzziwig's Candy Factory. Stela's mom, Tracy, and younger sister, Celia, joined her.
Published on October 13, 2009
This year's Soroco homecoming queen, Julia Luciano, and king, Matt Watwood, stand near the 50-yard line during Friday night's homecoming festivities. The couple was crowned during the halftime of the Rams' 28-15 win against Dove Creek. The Rams are now 6-0 for the season.
Published on October 12, 2009
Developers Jarle Halsnes and Chip Coe propose to use this site in the South Valley to host wetlands mitigation for a new gravel mining operation that could last 15 to 20 years. The pond in the photo was created by a temporary gravel pit used solely for the widening of Colorado Highway 131. The Routt County Board of Commissioners will hold a hearing on the application Tuesday.
Published on October 12, 2009
Steamboat Springs resident Jim Engelken is running for the at-large seat on City Council in November.
Published on October 11, 2009
Jim Engelken.
Published on October 11, 2009
Jim Engelken is running for a seat on the Steamboat Springs City Council.
Published on October 11, 2009
City council candidate Jim Engelken, left, a former member of the Steamboat Springs City Council, is concerned about where the current council and the city are headed.
Published on October 11, 2009
The silhouettes on the Routt County Courthouse lawn serve as a reminder that domestic violence can affect anyone. October is domestic violence awareness month.
Published on October 11, 2009
John Darnton, a 40-year journalist with The New York Times and author of "Black and White and Dead All Over," speaks Saturday during the Literary Sojourn.
Published on October 11, 2009
Kyle Pietras bills himself as a political outsider in the Steamboat Springs City Council at-large race. He said he's still learning about all the issues he would deal with as a council member.
Published on October 11, 2009
Songwriters Sanders and Tia Sillers pose backstage after accepting the "I Hope You Dance" song of the year award presented by the Country Music Association in 2000.
Published on October 11, 2009
During her 31 years of teaching at South Routt Elementary School, Peggy Barnes has had the chance to teach the children of her former students. This year, she has five students whose parents she taught. They are, from left, Kayla Rossi, Marissa Martindale, Shaden Ebaugh, Joseph McLaughlin and Destiny Hunter. The uncle of Leah Halder, right, also had Barnes for a teacher.
Published on October 11, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School football player Bryce Mayo goes for a sack during Friday's game against Rifle High School. The improvement in toughness of the Steamboat defense has helped the Sailors to a 6-0 record for the season.
Published on October 11, 2009
Todd Lodwick
Published on October 11, 2009
Kyle Pietras' garage is loaded with bicycles and frames, which he calls "potential bikes." The City Council candidate spends a lot of time biking on Emerald Mountain near his Brooklyn neighborhood house.
Published on October 11, 2009
Heidi Olinger, founder of the Pretty Brainy clothing line, was inspired to start the business by her niece Ryanne.
Published on October 11, 2009
When Mark D. Sanders is not writing music, he tries to spend as much time fishing as he can in the Yampa River.
Published on October 11, 2009
During her 31 years of teaching at South Routt Elementary School, Peggy Barnes has had the chance to teach the children of her former students. This year, she has five students whose parents she taught. They are, from left, Kayla Rossi, Marissa Martindale, Shaden Ebaugh, Joseph McLaughlin and Destiny Hunter. The uncle of Leah Halder, right, also had Barnes for a teacher.
Published on October 11, 2009
A roof of racks blots out the ceiling Wednesday at B&L Quality Taxidermy. Owner Bob Reinier said a wet spring has helped elk and deer grow larger and more impressive antlers than they did during dry years.
Published on October 11, 2009
A pair of mounted elk stand guard at B&L Quality Taxidermy in Steamboat Springs. The elk rifle season opened Saturday, and hunters expect at least an average season. A spat of cold weather and snow could help improve it, but a few weeks of warmer weather could spell trouble and make the animals more difficult to find.
Published on October 11, 2009
South Routt Elementary School kindergarten teacher Peggy Barnes goes through a reading lesson Tuesday with students, from right, Destiny Hunter, Leah Halder, Shaden Ebaugh and Kaci Taing. Barnes taught Destiny and Shaden's parents.
Published on October 11, 2009
Brett Camerota
Published on October 11, 2009
Under revised city housing guidelines, Michelle House has an opportunity to participate more fully in her future equity in her new First Tracks condominium.
Published on October 11, 2009
The new home of Michelle House in First Tracks, on the right end of the building in the photograph, still was under construction last winter. The deck overlooks the South Valley, and the bedroom windows offer views of the mountain.
Published on October 11, 2009
Sharon Johnson
Published on October 11, 2009
Michelle House has moved into her new condo at First Tracks at Wildhorse Meadows.
Published on October 11, 2009
Part-time Routt County resident Mark D. Sanders is being inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Published on October 11, 2009
Tahnee Miller, co-owner of Lyon's Corner Drug, looks Tuesday at a tag on one of the Pretty Brainy shirts being sold at her store. The line of clothing is meant for girls ages 7 to 14, called "tweens," and focuses on being feminine and intelligent.
Published on October 11, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School soccer player Johnathon Ricker goes for the ball during Saturday's game against Palisade.
Published on October 11, 2009
Donald Dillon
Published on October 11, 2009
Kyle Pietras' garage is loaded with bicycles and frames, which he calls "potential bikes." The City Council candidate spends a lot of time biking on Emerald Mountain near his Brooklyn neighborhood house.
Published on October 11, 2009
Soroco hitter Corey Snyder pounds the ball over the net during the Rams homecoming match against West Grand on Friday night. West Grand won in five games, 25-23, 19-25, 21-25, 25-23 and 15-9.
Published on October 10, 2009
Soroco Ram running back Alex Estes, left, looks for some running room in the second half of Friday night's homecoming game in Oak Creek. The Rams scored 20 points in the second quarter and rolled to the team's sixth win of the season with a 28-15 victory against previously unbeaten Dove Creek.
Published on October 10, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Joe Dover returns an interception for a touchdown during Friday night's game against Rifle High School. The Sailors won, 34-0.
Published on October 10, 2009
"Images of America Steamboat Springs," by David H. Ellis and Catherine H. Ellis
Published on October 10, 2009
Jenny and Brady Meier show off their dance moves during a photo shoot with the Steamboat Today in October 2007. Brady Meier, 29, died Friday after a construction site accident at the base of Steamboat Ski Area.
Published on October 10, 2009
Brady Meier and his wife, Jenny, dance at the Pioneer Day Block Party in downtown Steamboat Springs on July 4. The couple hosted swing dancing workshops.
Published on October 10, 2009
Mary Ann Salaz
Published on October 10, 2009
Peggy Barnes leads students in singing happy birthday for her student Quin Spitzley during lunch Tuesday.
Published on October 10, 2009
Part-time Routt County resident Mark D. Sanders is being inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Published on October 10, 2009
LIFT-UP of Routt County Food Bank volunteer Patty Wirschem's church, the Steamboat Christian Center, is trying to collect a ton of food this month for the food bank.
Published on October 10, 2009
Police investigate the scene of a construction accident Friday morning next to Slopeside Grill in Steamboat Springs. Hayden resident Brady Meier died in the accident.
Published on October 9, 2009
Enrique Lopez
Published on October 9, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School wide receiver Jack Spady pulls in a touchdown pass during the third quarter of the Oct. 2 game against Palisade in Steamboat. The Sailors won that game, 28-21, and face the Rifle Bears in their homecoming competition today.
Published on October 9, 2009
Steamboat Springs Orchestra member Bonnie Murray rehearses with the orchestra. Some of the musicians will provide chamber music at a dinner fundraiser Wednesday at Harwigs/L'Apogee.
Published on October 9, 2009
Steamboat author Veronica "Ronee" Blake is excited about the release this month of her 10th historic romance novel, "Black Horse."
Published on October 9, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School sophomore Maggie Stanford goes up for a kill during Thursday night's match against Glenwood Springs High School. The Sailors won in 5 games.
Published on October 9, 2009
Soda Creek Elementary School students, from right, Will Eck, Lauren Eck, Grace Drobek, Alexa Paoli and Mac Moody stay bundled up during their walk home Thursday afternoon. Daytime temperatures this weekend are expected to drop into the low 40s with chances of snow.
Published on October 9, 2009
Ski Haus has become a fixture for outdoor equipment throughout the years. The store is celebrating its 40th anniversary this weekend. Owner Rod Schrage, top left, opened the store when he was 19.
Published on October 9, 2009
Business reporter Mike Lawrence.
Published on October 9, 2009
Business reporter Mike Lawrence.
Published on October 9, 2009
Business reporter Mike Lawrence.
Published on October 9, 2009
This Steamboat Pilot headline from July 1982 is strikingly reminiscent of what local government is dealing with today.
Published on October 9, 2009
Last year's Steamboat Springs High School sophomores ride their float during last year's homecoming parade. This year's parade is at 2 p.m. today and will not go up Lincoln Avenue because of construction.
Published on October 9, 2009
Jayne Anne Phillips
Published on October 8, 2009
Kirsten Delaney reaches to record an out Wednesday as the Steamboat Springs High School softball team played Middle Park at Howelsen Hill.
Published on October 8, 2009
Shantel Payne runs toward first base Wednesday as the Steamboat softball team dropped both ends of a doubleheader against Middle Park.
Published on October 8, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School tennis player Vladan Chase and his No. 2 doubles partner Max Roder will try to help the Sailors earn a 12th consecutive regional title in Delta. The regional tournament begins today and runs through Friday.
Published on October 8, 2009
The first shipment of swine flu vaccines is due in Routt County today or Friday. Young people are especially at risk, so unlike seasonal flu, they are prioritized more than senior citizens.
Published on October 8, 2009
Richard Bausch
Published on October 8, 2009
John Darnton
Published on October 8, 2009
Amitav Ghosh
Published on October 8, 2009
Although the swine flu vaccine is not yet available to the general public, the annual seasonal flu vaccine is more widely available. Health agencies are encouraging everyone to receive both vaccinations this flu season.
Published on October 8, 2009
Linda Hogan
Published on October 8, 2009
While the swine flu vaccine is not yet available to the general public, the annual seasonal flu vaccine is more widely available. Health agencies are encouraging everyone to receive both vaccinations this flu season.
Published on October 8, 2009
This bear was shot by Kent Nightwalker earlier this year in downtown Steamboat Springs. Nightwalker was sentenced Wednesday morning in Routt County Court, but there is still a dispute about whether he must pay the taxidermy costs for the bear.
Published on October 7, 2009
This bear was shot by Kent Nightwalker earlier this year in downtown Steamboat Springs. Nightwalker was sentenced this morning in Routt County Court, but there is still a dispute about whether he must pay the taxidermy costs for the bear.
Published on October 7, 2009
City councilwoman Cari Hermacinski discusses the budget and attempts to discover some way to support community groups in a tough Steamboat Springs economy.
Published on October 7, 2009
Soroco High School seniors Annie Hagg, left, and Bethany Leu talk Tuesday about homecoming activities they helped organize for this week. Tuesday was "dress in the dark day."
Published on October 7, 2009
A rocket blasts off as part of NASA's LCROSS mission from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla., in June. The LCROSS mission is seeking lunar ice.
Published on October 7, 2009
Big Agnes employee Denton Turner processes a shipment at a warehouse in Steamboat Springs on Tuesday afternoon. Big Agnes was named one of 50 Colorado Companies to Watch by the Edward Lowe Foundation.
Published on October 7, 2009
Quinn Kaufhold does some schoolwork online at the Bud Werner Memorial Library on Monday afternoon.
Published on October 7, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior Kaelen Gunderson tees off on the fourth hole at Highlands Ranch Golf Club on Tuesday at the Class 4A state championships. Gunderson went on to make par on the hole and shot 80.
Published on October 7, 2009
Towny Anderson, president of Mainstreet Steamboat Springs, speaks to the Steamboat Springs City Council during its annual budget retreat Tuesday afternoon at Centennial Hall.
Published on October 7, 2009
Steamboat Springs resident Nancy Kramer listens as the Steamboat Springs City Council discusses creative ways to increase its community support funding at an all-day budget meeting. Community support spending includes contributions to the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association and local nonprofit organizations. Kramer was on hand representing local arts and culture organizations. She was seated next to Mark Anderson, who was representing environmental nonprofits.
Published on October 7, 2009
Steamboat Spring High School senior Kaelen Gunderson hits his tee shot on No. 16 at Highlands Ranch Golf Club on Monday. Gunderson shot 75 on the first day of the Class 4A state golf championships. He's tied for 19th going into today's final round.
Published on October 6, 2009
Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. has launched a new Web site, www.flysteamboat.com, to boost air travel into the Yampa Valley this winter. The site offers airfare deals and a range of travel options and tips.
Published on October 6, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School junior Alan Capistron hits his drive on No. 15 at Highlands Ranch Golf Club on Monday. Capistron shot 81. The Sailors are in ninth place as a team entering today's final round.
Published on October 6, 2009
Autumn leaves mix with snow in Oak Creek Canyon on Thursday. The transition of the seasons brings work to local ranches.
Published on October 6, 2009
Troy Nichols, an employee of Team Pain, works on the concrete skatepark being built in west Steamboat Springs. The contractor is hoping for nice weather this week to compete several concrete pours at the skatepark, which is being built with a grant from Great Outdoors Colorado along with private and city funding.
Published on October 6, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School seniors, from right, Hannah Ramirez, Kylee Swiggart, Ally Wetzler and Jayde Mattox work on the senior homecoming float Saturday at TIC.
Published on October 6, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School senior golfer Scott Ptach hits his second shot on No. 8 at Highlands Ranch Golf Club on Monday at the opening day of Class 4A state golf championships. Ptach shot 76.
Published on October 6, 2009
Traffic backs up from 13th Street along U.S. Highway 40 during construction last week. Although several improvements to U.S. 40 would accompany the proposed Steamboat 700 annexation, the 13th Street bottleneck is left relatively unaddressed.
Published on October 5, 2009
2009 Steamboat Springs High School graduate John Cutter competes in his first collegiate race for the University of San Diego.
Published on October 5, 2009
The new site for the LIFT-UP food bank in Hayden includes far more shelf space and square footage than the previous spot. Volunteer Holly Blake, displaying the wares Thursday, handled much of the move and will run the food bank.
Published on October 5, 2009
Zach Sudol, 12, pulls his bow string taut Sunday while taking aim at targets at the Lorna Lou Farrow Memorial Scholarship Fun Shoot at the Routt County Rifle Club.
Published on October 5, 2009
Gaven Van Pelt fires a blackpowder gun Sunday at the Lorna Lou Farrow Memorial Scholarship Fun Shoot at the Routt County Rifle Club. The event let participants shoot a range of different weapons from rifles to bows.
Published on October 5, 2009
Brittany Long, a 2009 Steamboat Springs High School graduate, competes in a cross-country race for Portland State University.
Published on October 5, 2009
Aleigh Aurin, 14, takes aim as Alan Selch stands by to offer advice Sunday at the Lorna Lou Farrow Memorial Scholarship Fun Shoot at the Routt County Rifle Club.
Published on October 5, 2009
Steamboat's Max Roder returns a ball Saturday against Kent Denver.
Published on October 4, 2009
Vladan Chase eyes the ball Saturday in a match against Kent Denver. Chase and his partner, Max Roder, lost at No. 2 doubles, 5-7, 6-4, 6-0. Steamboat lost all six matches it played Saturday.
Published on October 4, 2009
No. 1 singles player Jamey Swiggart swings for a return Saturday in a two-set loss to Jack Reynolds, of Kent Denver. Swiggart fell, 6-1, 6-4.
Published on October 4, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School volleyball players Devin Wilkinson, left, and Jayde Mattox go up for a block during Saturday's match against Palisade. Steamboat won in three games, 25-21, 25-19 and 25-19.
Published on October 4, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School golf team members, from right, Scott Ptach, Kaelen Gunderson and Alan Capistron walk down the first hole at Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club. The three are playing at the state golf tournament Monday and Tuesday at Highlands Ranch Golf Course in Littleton.
Published on October 4, 2009
Longtime Emergency Medical Technician Bobbie Vetter retired in June, ending a career that began in 1973. Vetter worked in the Yampa and Oak Creek areas.
Published on October 4, 2009
Fleischer runs a large class at Northwest Ballet Studio in downtown Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 4, 2009
Matt Jones
Published on October 4, 2009
Trish Sullivan, Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp.'s vice president of human resources, talks about plans to staff the ski area for the upcoming season. Partly because of the recession, Ski Corp. has seen a high number of applications this year, reducing the necessity of hiring foreign workers.
Published on October 4, 2009
Lindsay Veronica Kole and Sean Peter Battiste
Published on October 4, 2009
Longtime Steamboat Springs resident Ken Solomon is running for a seat on the Steamboat Springs City Council in District 2.
Published on October 4, 2009
Zumba classes have drawn a lot of attention. The classes offer a fun, high-energy way to stay in shape.
Published on October 4, 2009
Zumba instructor Renee Fleischer runs a class at Northwest Ballet Studio in downtown Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 4, 2009
Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Alpine coach Rob Worrell loads a bag of skis Wednesday as a group of Lowell Whiteman School students prepared to travel to Austria for a month of school and early-season ski training.
Published on October 4, 2009
Zumba instructor Renee Fleischer brings a high energy, playful approach to her classes.
Published on October 4, 2009
A group of Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club Alpine skiers left this week for a training camp in Patsch, Austria, including seven Lowell Whiteman School students, from left, Alex Barounos, Maria Hillenbrand, Shane McLean, Annie Ochs, Vreni Lupear and Brant Crossan. Not pictured is Lowell Whiteman student Hunter McLean.
Published on October 4, 2009
Caitlyn Berry sets the ball for Shelby Miles Saturday as Soroco battled Rangely in a home match.
Published on October 4, 2009
Zumba instructor Renee Fleischer runs a class at the Northwest Ballet Studio in downtown Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 4, 2009
Elizabeth Watkins
Published on October 4, 2009
A condominium in the Val Gardena building at the Trails at Storm Meadows broke a trend this week when it sold for $1.225 million - more than its appraised value of $1.113 million for tax purposes.
Published on October 4, 2009
Rob Zehner poses high in the Chilean Andes Mountains. Zehner won a trip to train with the U.S. Ski Team as it prepared for the coming Olympic season. Zehner, who graduated from Steamboat Springs High School, won the trip by winning the men's championship at last spring's NASTAR National Championships at Steamboat Ski Area. Steamboat skier Kersten Scherer, the NASTAR women's champ, also earned a trip to Chile.
Published on October 4, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School softball player Shantel Payne throws a pitch during Saturday's second game against Palisade. The Sailors lost, 22-0 and 20-0, to the Bulldogs.
Published on October 4, 2009
Longtime Steamboat Springs resident Ken Solomon responds to a question during a recent interview. Solomon is running for a seat on the Steamboat Springs City Council in District 2.
Published on October 4, 2009
Cedar Beauregard, who has been hunting for 23 years, said this kill was "a giant for around here."
Published on October 4, 2009
Since the Steamboat Springs City Council passed the social host ordinance in May, police have not used the ordinance, which was intended to curb underage drinking.
Published on October 4, 2009
The older Storm Meadows Club Condominiums have been remodeled repeatedly to keep them contemporary with standards for ski-in/ski-out properties.
Published on October 4, 2009
The home at 27552 Winchester Trail sold this week for $740,000. Built in 2004, it comprises 2,140 square feet and has three bedrooms and three baths.
Published on October 4, 2009
Ken Solomon is running for a seat on the Steamboat Springs City Council in District 2.
Published on October 4, 2009
The Rams' Shelby Miles, top, and Corey Snyder throw their arms up for a block Saturday as Soroco battles Rangely. The Panthers took the match in three games.
Published on October 4, 2009
City Council candidate Kenny Reisman, also an assistant coach for the high school soccer team, watches the Sailors in a game Wednesday at Gardner Field in Steamboat Springs.
Published on October 4, 2009
Kenny Reisman is running for a seat on the Steamboat Springs City Council in District 2.
Published on October 4, 2009
Australia natives Sarah Ford, left, and Lindsey Caddey worked in the gondola building at Steamboat Ski Area in 2008 through H-2B visas. This year, Ski Corp. is bringing in about 75 international workers, compared with 300 last year.
Published on October 4, 2009
Members of the U.S. Ski Team prepare for a training run in Chile last month.
Published on October 4, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School students pass through the halls under one of the new security cameras installed throughout the school.
Published on October 4, 2009
Soroco's Ceanna Rossi swings for a kill Saturday during a match against Rangely. The Rams lost in three games.
Published on October 4, 2009
Rob Zehner and Kersten Scherer won the men's and women's NASTAR Race of Champions in March.
Published on October 4, 2009
This house at 27561 Silver Spur Drive was among four in the subdivision of the same name that sold within the past two months. It sold for $600,000.
Published on October 4, 2009
The Trails at Storm Meadows condominiums are ski-in/ski-out and secluded from the rest of the base area.
Published on October 4, 2009
Melissa Gray, center, Angela Finnegan, left, and Jennifer Haskett work hard to keep up in class.
Published on October 4, 2009
Jennifer Haskett follows instructor Fleischer during a Zumba class at Northwest Ballet Studio.
Published on October 4, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School football fan Kevin Rusk, middle, reacts to the defense making a big fourth-quarter stop during Friday night's game against Palisade. Rusk was sitting with his wife, Charlene Rusk, and Bill Schurman. Steamboat beat Palisade, 28-21. For the story, see page 12.
Published on October 3, 2009
Babette Brown and her daughter Ruby stroll through downtown Steamboat Springs on Friday afternoon. More visitors are expected this weekend than last year, a lodging barometer predicts.
Published on October 3, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School quarterback Austin Hinder gets a hug from teammate Joe Dover, No. 24, after Steamboat's victory against Palisade. The Sailors beat the Bulldogs, 28-21.
Published on October 3, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School quarterback Austin Hinder looks for an open teammate.
Published on October 3, 2009
Lorna Farrow and her husband, Gary, are pictured in June 2005. Farrow was an advocate for educating women and children about shooting sports.
Published on October 3, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School football player Jack Spady pulls in a touchdown pass during the third quarter.
Published on October 3, 2009
Sculptor and part-time Routt County resident David Marshall talks about his work, which includes pieces made from found and recycled metal objects. Marshall's work is on display at Howelsen Place Gallery at least through early summer 2010.
Published on October 3, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School football player Tyler Samlowski, front, gets a hug from Joe Dover after Steamboat's 28-21 victory against Palisade.
Published on October 3, 2009
Steamboat Springs' Connor Birch dives for an Eagle Valley attempted goal shot Friday during the game at Eagle Valley in Gypsum. Steamboat won the game, 1-0.
Published on October 3, 2009
Steamboat Springs High School football fan Kevin Rusk, middle, reacts to the defense making a big fourth-quarter stop during Friday night's game against Palisade. Rusk was sitting with his wife, Charlene Rusk, and Bill Schurman. Steamboat beat Palisade, 28-21. For the story, see page 12.
Published on October 3, 2009
Residents attend Friday's candidates forum at the Steamboat Springs Community Center.
Published on October 3, 2009
Hayden quarterback Graig Medvesk tries to get away from a pack of Paonia defenders Friday night. He was often successful, and his scrambling set the team up on the 1-yard line late in the first half. The team couldn't ever take advantage, however, missing on that opportunity and losing, 20-0.
Published on October 3, 2009
Wild Horse Gallery owner Richard Galusha walks by "Boundary Waters," by Hollis Williford, on Tuesday. The piece will be included in the gallery's auction, which opens today. Bid sheets will be up at the gallery during First Friday Artwalk, a free event featuring downtown art venues from 5 to 8 p.m. today.
Published on October 2, 2009
Blythe Terrell
Published on October 2, 2009
Published on October 2, 2009
Steamboat Springs Special Olympians, from left, Seth Sobeski and Scott Bjorgum and ski instructor Charley Phelan ski in March at Steamboat Ski Area. This year, Intrawest will recommend all skiers and snowboarders wear helmets at its resorts.
Published on October 2, 2009
Michigan jam band Ultraviolet Hippopotamus plays at 10 p.m. today and Saturday at The Tugboat Grill & Pub.
Published on October 2, 2009
Mike Lawrence
Published on October 2, 2009
Kylee Coleman, right, and Leon Trout read a book at the South Routt Early Learning Center on Thursday morning. BOCES runs the center but is facing a budget shortfall of more than $300,000 this year.
Published on October 2, 2009
Multimedia artist and photographer Gerald Hardage is featured in October at the Depot Art Center. His show, presented by the Steamboat Springs Arts Council, features altered photo pieces like the one seen here. Hardage talks about his work at 6 p.m. today at the Depot as part of First Friday Artwalk.
Published on October 2, 2009
Ian McIntosh is one of many skiers and snowboarders featured in Teton Gravity Research's "Re:Session," which shows as part of the Steamboat Mountain Film Festival at 7 p.m. today at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort Ballroom.
Published on October 2, 2009
Steamboat's Austin Hinder, right, runs to score a touchdown as Jack Spady, center, helps him on his way Sept. 25 while playing Eagle Valley in Gypsum. Steamboat won last week, 42-12, and faces a battle at home tonight against Palisade.
Published on October 2, 2009
Snow covers the hillsides between Yampa and Phippsburg near Colo. Highway 131 in South Routt County on Thursday morning, after a storm bearing signs of winter passed through the area.
Published on October 1, 2009
Wiley Miller does a park trick during the filming of "Re:Session." The new Teton Gravity Research ski and snowboard film plays at 7 p.m. Friday at Sheraton Steamboat Resort. Tickets are $15.
Published on October 1, 2009
Sage Cattabriga-Alosa skis while filming the 2009 TGR film project, "Re:Session." The movie comes to Steamboat Springs with a screening at 7 p.m. Friday at Sheraton Steamboat Resort.
Published on October 1, 2009
Assistant coach Joe Oakland attempts to put together an offense for the seventh-grade football team's game against East Grand during Wednesday's practice at the Steamboat Springs Middle School. Oakland had 14 players, out of the more than 30 that started the season, at the practice, forcing him to make some adjustments. Middle school Athletic Director Mike McCannon said most of the missing players were because of illness but that some were missing because of injuries or other reasons.
Published on October 1, 2009
Athlete of the Week Alex Estes
Published on October 1, 2009
Eric Roner and Jim Conway cut a cornice before setting out to capture the shot in Haines, Alaska, during the production of Teton Gravity Research's new ski and snowboard film, "Re:Session."
Published on October 1, 2009
Assistants Joe Oakland, standing, and David Berry talk with the healthy members of the Steamboat Springs Middle School seventh-grade football team Wednesday afternoon. The team, which started the season with more than 30 players, has been affected by the illnesses passing through the school, which has forced the team to take measures like moving practice inside. The team had to cancel its game Tuesday and is currently piecing together a team for this afternoon's game against East Grand.
Published on October 1, 2009
This scene is from filmmaker and Telemark Skier Magazine Editor Josh Madsen's montage film, "The Freeheel Life." A screening is at 7 p.m. Sunday in Olympian Hall at Howelsen Hill Lodge. Admission is $8.
Published on October 1, 2009
Dana Fahr skis an Alaskan mountain during the filming of Teton Gravity Research's new ski and snowboard movie, "Re:Session." The movie plays in Steamboat at 7 p.m. Friday at the Sheraton. Admission to the screening is $15.
Published on October 1, 2009
A Teton Gravity Research helicopter captures Tanner Hall in mid-air during the filming of TGR's 2009 movie, "Re:Session."
Published on October 1, 2009
Filmmaker and Telemark Skier Magazine Editor Josh Madsen skis during the production of his new movie, "The Freeheel Life."
Published on October 1, 2009
Andrew White, left, tries to get the ball past Summit's Matt Truesdale on Wednesday as the Tigers beat the Sailors, 2-1.
Published on October 1, 2009
Sam Ayer brings his powerful vocals to The Boathouse Pub most Wednesdays.
Published on October 1, 2009
Vehicles clog the westbound lane of U.S. Highway 40 during Tuesday's after-work rush. Work on U.S. 40 has tied up traffic, causing delays for emergency responders and everyone else in town.
Published on October 1, 2009
Routt County Elections Supervisor Vicki Weber, right, shows volunteers, from left, Tresa Moulton and Julie Franklin a flawed ballot that the scanner recognized during a test of the equipment Wednesday at the Routt County Courthouse.
Published on October 1, 2009
