Snowmobiler dies in North Routt on Friday
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — A 60-year-old man died Friday night while snowmobiling in North Routt, according to Routt County Coroner Rob Ryg. Michael Metzler, from Cheyenne, Wyoming, was snowmobiling in Diamond Park with his two brothers when...
Washington’s birthday present: Up to 30 inches of snow expected in Steamboat over holiday weekend
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Washington’s Birthday is bringing a fluffy present to Steamboat Springs in the form of up to 30 inches of snow in the higher elevations by the end of the holiday weekend, according...
America’s widening nature gap: Almost half of the U.S. did not go outside to recreate in 2018. What does that mean for Ski Town, USA?
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — On the same day as the start of the Outdoor + Snow Show in Denver, which claims to be the largest U.S. trade show for the outdoor and winter sports industries, a study became...
Love, Steamboat Springs style: Couples share stories of romance, chance meetings
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Steamboat Pilot & Today invited readers to share their love stories, and these two were among our favorites. One couple met on the slopes of Steamboat...
City looking at 2 sites for new downtown fire station
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Challenged with finding a downtown site to build a new fire station, Interim Steamboat Springs Fire and Rescue Chief Chuck Cerasoli told Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday the committee had narrowed down...
Owners of Terra hope new store fits into Steamboat’s natural landscape
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Taylor Minke thinks his new Steamboat Springs store Terra is a perfect fit. He hopes residents and visitors will be drawn to the natural skin care products he offers inside. “We are...
From the Pilot archives: No nude bathing in 1979
This photo came with little information other than it was photographed by a Steamboat Pilot journalist in 1979. Anyone with information about this photo should email cbannister@treadofpioneers.org. This photo is part of the Steamboat Pilot...
Routt County real estate sales total $8.7M for Feb. 7 to 13, 2020
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Routt County real estate transactions totaled $8,666,500 across 14 sales for the week of Feb. 7 to 13. Address: 1400 Morgan Court Seller: Colorado Episcopal Services Corps Buyer: Laura E. and Pamela...
Hidden camera: The Record for Friday, Feb. 14, 2020
Friday, Feb. 14, 2020 12:07 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers contacted a suspicious vehicle idling outside a house in the 3800 block of Whistler Road. The people inside said they were just waiting for...
Letter: Solving the affordable housing problem
This letter is in response to John Spezia’s letter about Steamboat Springs’ real estate market. I’ve been trying to facilitate the construction of a 500-space tiny home village. No luck. I only have a concept...
Cause of skier’s death asphyxiation, coroner says
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Frank Maimone died Saturday, Feb. 8, as a result of asphyxiation due to a headfirst fall into a tree well while skiing at Steamboat Resort, according to Routt County Coroner Rob Ryg. There...
$2K theft from storage unit: The Record for Thursday, Jan. 13, 2020
Thursday, Jan. 13, 2020 8:23 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to conduct a welfare check at a grocery store in the 1400 block of South Lincoln Avenue. 11:47 a.m. Routt County Sheriff’s...
Letter: Real estate market caters to the wealthy
After reading the article, “2019 set market records” in the Steamboat Pilot & Today, I came away with some interesting tidbits. More than half of the available real estate listings in the city go for...
From the publisher: We want your feedback
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — It’s been three years since Steamboat Pilot & Today has conducted a readership survey, which is a lifetime in our fast-changing media climate. That’s why we’re asking you to take part in...
Make it count: Census Bureau raises Routt County wages amid recruitment issues
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — As officials gear up for the 2020 census, recruitment issues are raising concerns about how the U.S. Census Bureau will find enough staff to complete their work — including in Routt County. With...
Memory loss after fall to ice: The Record for Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020
Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020 11:15 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers received a report of threats from a restaurant in the 1800 block of Ski Time Square. Someone claiming to be a former employee of...
Skier, 13, dies in accident in Vail
A 13-year-old Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club athlete died Sunday morning in a tragic skiing accident on Vail Mountain. Ashley Stamp, an Alpine ski racer who competed at an international level and was known as one of Steamboat's "brightest talents," was preparing for a race when the accident occurred at about 8:20 a.m.
CPW says genetics tests confirm presence of wolves in Colorado
CRAIG — Four scat samples collected in early January near a scavenged elk carcass near Irish Canyon in Moffat County confirmed to Colorado Parks and Wildlife Thursday that wolves are present in Northwest Colorado. CPW...
Second-hand shopping isn’t just about bargains, it’s also good for the planet
Editor’s Note: Sponsored content brought to you by Deja Vu Boutique Whether you want to find a good bargain or a unique piece, second-hand shopping is a great way to practice sustainability in your personal...
Steamboat Springs Airport contributes over $49M to local economy, according to study
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — The Steamboat Springs Airport has a wider economic impact than most people realize, said airport manager Stacie Fain. There’s a lot more to it than just a landing spot for private jets,...