Oak Creek mom announces run for Colorado House seat
An Oak Creek mom announced her run for Routt County’s seat in the State House on Sunday, Jan. 16, becoming the second person in a race that could be one of the most competitive in…
Dropping reservoirs create ‘green light’ for sustainability on Colorado River
Water managers from California, Nevada and Arizona signed a memorandum of understanding to spend up to $200 million to add 500,000 acre-feet of water in both 2022 and 2023 to Lake Mead, the nation’s largest reservoir, which has dropped precipitously low due to climate change and drought.
It doesn’t get more ‘Western’ than this, rodeo queen says (w/video)
The 47th annual Bud Light Cowboy Downhill went off without a hitch Monday, Jan. 17, at Steamboat Resort, marking the return of one of the city’s most beloved events and proving that some cowboys and cowgirls can, in fact, ski.
‘Like a wildfire’: As Omicron surges, how much do case counts still matter?
Since Christmas, about 6% of all Routt County residents have tested positive for COVID-19. About a quarter of all cases locally since the start of the pandemic have come since Dec. 26.
Cast goes to screen, giving Steamboat its first look at ‘Relatively Famous: Ranch Rules’
On Wednesday, Jan. 12, Steamboat Springs got its first look at “Relatively Famous: Ranch Rules,” a reality TV show that stars celebrities’ children as they learn the traditions of ranching while showcasing the beauty of…
Best chance for snow Friday, before sunny, dry weather resumes
The Yampa Valley can expect sunny and dry days to start out the week, with the best chance for snow coming Friday, Jan. 21.
Local mental health providers fill critical gap
Just as battling mental health issues is not easy for many Routt County individuals, providing community mental health services is no easy task, especially with the added pressures of the pandemic.
Colorado Avalanche Information Center stresses planning, education in report on fatal slide near Breckenridge
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center has released its final, more detailed report on the Jan. 9 avalanche that happened on North Star Mountain on Hoosier Pass. The avalanche killed Hannah Nash, 25, and Drake Oversen,…
Parks and Recreation moves toward more strictly regulated use of Emerald Mountain trails
After four months of discussion, the Steamboat Springs Parks and Recreation commission unanimously approved a series of regulations for commercial programs and events on Emerald Mountain.
Contest organizers call on horse trainers across Colorado
The fourth annual Meeker Mustang Makeover is looking to give 20 horse trainers in Colorado 120 days to train an unbroken and untouched horse for a unique competition.
Skier collision on Stampede: The Record for Monday, Jan. 17
Monday, Jan. 17, 2022
Two late night fights: The Record for Saturday, Jan. 15
Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022
Car crash at Gondola Transit Center: The Record for Friday, Jan. 14
Friday, Jan. 14, 2022
Smoke investigation south of town: The Record for Sunday, Jan. 16
Sunday, Jan. 16, 2021
Cowboy Downhill climbs back into saddle after missing a year
One of Steamboat Springs’s longest-running traditions will climb back into the saddle this January after last year’s event was canceled for the first time since The Bud Light Cowboy Downhill first rode into town 48…
Oak Creek plant nursery could fill part of Main Street Park
On Thursday, Jan. 13, the Oak Creek Town Board gave a resident permission to move forward in using part of Main Street Park as a part-time retail plant nursery.
Ski for Parkinson’s fundraiser set for Feb. 6 in Steamboat Springs
Registration is open for the eighth annual Ski for Parkinson’s fundraiser Feb. 6 at Haymaker Nordic Center in Steamboat Springs, the only fundraising event of the year for the Yampa Valley Parkinson Support Network.
CPW Commission approves emergency wolf hazing rules
Ranchers in Colorado can now haze gray wolves to protect livestock after the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission unanimously approved new emergency regulations on Wednesday, Jan. 12.
Celebration set for Jan. 23 for new lift at Howelsen Hill
A community celebration is planned for Sunday, Jan. 23, to welcome the new Barrows Chairlift at Howelsen Hill Ski Area.
Steamboat’s new flower shop stems from owner’s passion, grandmother’s lessons
When the doors of Glacier Lilly open on Saturday, Jan. 22, Michelle Evans will become Steamboat Springs’ newest flower shop owner, but for her, the new store is about more than money — it’s about…