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Ski Corp. joins $7M gondola project Tom Ross

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Fire consumes lodgepole pines in late July 2008 in the Bridger-Teton National Forest near Pinedale, Wyo. The National Interagency Fire Center is reporting “normal significant fire potential” in the Rocky Mountain region for April through July.

Steamboat Springs could have a new people-mover gondola by early next ski season. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. officials and Wildhorse Meadows developers confirmed this week that they are close to finalizing a cost-sharing

deal that would allow construction of a new, eight-passenger public gondola this fall. The goal is to open the gondola as soon as January 2010. It would link a remote parking lot and new luxury condominium hotel with the base of Steamboat Ski Area. “Now is the best time to get it done,” Wildhorse principal Brent Pearson said. “We’re working well See Gondola, page 9A

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The new public gondola from Wildhorse Meadows to the ski base would crest the knoll between The West condos and Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel before descending to the entrance of a new plaza between Gondola Square and One Steamboat Place.

Late snowfall lessens risks

Wildfire danger could change quickly with weather patterns, officials say Brandon Gee

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March and April snowstorms have left the regional snowpack in good shape approaching wildfire season, but the gathering impact of the mountain pine beetle epidemic still has forest officials on the edge of their seats. The National Interagency Fire Center is reporting “normal significant fire potential” in the Rocky Mountain region for April through July. The center’s prognosis notes that “a significant snow storm during the last full week of March provided much-needed precipitation to Colorado.”

■ To read the federal and state forest services’ 2008 forest health highlights, visit www.steamboatpilot.com. Additional mountain pine beetle information can be found at www.fs.fed. us/r2/bark-beetle/. ■ To read the Steamboat Pilot & Today’s award-winning, five-part series on the beetle epidemic, visit www. steamboatpilot.com/thelaststand.

As of Friday, the average basin-wide snow water equivalent for the Yampa and White rivers basin was 103 percent of average, according to the Natural Resources Conservation Service. District Forester John Twitchell, of the Colorado State Forest See Wildfires, page 9A

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Waitress Susan Cardenas serves breakfast to Dinty Moore’s Family Restaurant regulars, clockwise from left, Chuck Klesath, Eugene Germain, Chris Neil, John Maynarich, Bob Johnson and Pete Koler on Thursday morning in Oak Creek. The restaurant closed Saturday. A new restaurant called The Oak will open in its place.

State Democrats tout their efforts

Eateries adapting

Sen. Michael Bennet supports path to citizenship for illegal immigrants

Economy, changing ownerships affect Oak Creek restaurants

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Sen. Michael Bennet, potentially wading into a heated political debate a year before he runs for his first election, said Saturday he supports a path to citizenship for those in the country illegally. Speaking at a news conference of four Colorado congressional Democrats touting Bennet efforts during Barack Obama’s first 100 days in office and the new Congress, Bennet said a path to citizenship along with increased border enforcement should be part of comprehensive immigration reform. “The current status quo is clearly unacceptable on so many levels,” Bennet said.

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He said the path to citizenship should come with requirements, including completing education, learning English and holding a job. “Opponents of this, so far as I can tell, have said they don’t believe there should be any of that,” he said. “But they have no theory about what to do with the 12 million people who are here in the United States illegally or in an undocumented way, and they haven’t offered one.” Colorado Republican Party Chairman Dick Wadhams said Bennet comes close to supporting amnesty. “The two main principles of the Republican Party are strong border security, and we are against amnesty,” Wadhams said, declining to comment about what to do with those already here. “That’s all I can say.” See Democrats, page 8A

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he “Blights of the Round Table,” as several Oak Creek locals jokingly call themselves, are being bounced from restaurant to restaurant as eateries in the town change hours, owners and menus to cope with the economic downturn. Gathered around a table at Dinty Moore’s STORY BY ResZACH FRIDELL Family taurant on Thursday, the group of regulars who gather for morning coffee said they had to move across the street from their usual perch at the Colorado Bar & Grill because the bar had closed for mud season. Saturday was the last day for the group to sit around Dinty Moore’s table, too, as

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Customers sit outside The Mugshot coffee shop in Oak Creek. Jane Sindell, the restaurant’s owner, is putting the shop up for sale with no intention of closing it.

Mountain Tavern, owner Douglas Diamond said the recession has forced him to cut back everything he can. Staff, menu offerings and hours of operation all have been sliced as much as possible to help the restaurant make it through

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A snow shower early, then a rain shower. High of 46.

THIS WEEK: Should the city relax its dog leash laws?

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the restaurant held its final food-serving shifts under owner Tina Zywicki. When her lease came up for renewal, Zywicki said, she decided she had had enough. “My lease was up, and I got thinking about it. I’ve been cooking for 12 years, and I’m just burnt out,” she said. The building next will hold The Oak, a restaurant that received a liquor license from the Oak Creek Town Board on Thursday evening. Everything inside Dinty Moore’s is for sale through Tuesday. Zywicki said the economic slump made business difficult, but the restaurant was sustainable. “It’s been hard, but we’ve been getting through,” she said. The restaurant primarily employs Zywicki’s family members. Up the street at Black

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the slump. He eliminated four staff positions and has stopped serving lunch. He said he will not offer pizza until early May because the few pizzas served per night don’t See Oak Creek, page 8A

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The Story So Far: Sally’s friend Emily has found Elizabeth’s bonnet in the attic! But try as they might, the two girls cannot find the missing Elizabeth.

VNA celebrates National Immunization Week

The Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association offers free infant immunizations Monday until Friday for any child 24 months old and younger. Parents who bring their infant’s immunization record to the VNA front desk for review will receive a free baby book. The VNA is at 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101 in Steamboat Springs. For more information, call 8791632.

Written by Norma Kassirer Illustrated by Joe Krush

CHAPTER SIXTEEN

Christmas Eve Next morning Sally woke feeling extremely strange. Her throat was very sore, and she felt hot and cold by turns, and quite horribly weak besides. Her voice came out as a hoarse croak. “My goodness,” said Aunt Sarah, peering down at her. She placed a hand on Sally’s forehead. “Why, you’re simply burning up. You stay right here in bed. I’ll call the doctor.” Sally fell back asleep and woke to see what at first looked like a faraway round moon hovering over her bed. But it was, after all, Dr. Green, a pleasant red-faced man. “You’re going to be right here in bed for a few days, it seems,” he said. “You have a touch of the flu that’s going around, and you’re not going to feel like doing much else.” A few days! What about Elizabeth? Sally wondered in anguish. A few days could mean a week, and then she’d probably be going home, and Aunt Sarah would sell the house, and she’d never find Elizabeth! Dr. Green took the thermometer from Sally’s mouth and nodded. “Feverish, all right,” he said. “But there’s no need for your aunt to worry your parents. Just stay in bed and take your medicine regularly. You’ll be up before you know it.” For a few days Sally slept a good deal of the time. Aunt Sarah brought her books to read and paper dolls to cut out. Sometimes they just talked together, mostly about California. “You must like it there a lot,” said Sally rather wistfully. “I suppose you want to go back as soon as you can.” “Well, I only came here to sell the house.” “I wonder,” said Sally, “if another girl will live here.” “Oh, I don’t think so,” said Aunt Sarah. “It’s the apartment owners who are interested in buying the house, for expansion.” “Expansion?” asked Sally. “What do you mean?” “Well, they want to make more apartment buildings.”

Historic Properties applications due June 5

Applications for designation on the Routt County Register of Historic Properties are due June 5 in the county commissioners’ office in the Routt County Courthouse. The Historic Preservation Board will review applications at its June 24 meeting. Call Dee Bolton at 879-0108 for further information.

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“You mean,” cried Sally, “they’d tear the house down?” “I’m afraid so,” said Aunt Sarah. Sally’s eyes filled with tears. “Why, Sally,” said her aunt, taking her hand. “Do you like this old house so much?” Sally gulped and nodded. “I wish you didn’t have to sell it.” But her aunt only patted her hand and said nothing. Then one day Emily was allowed to come in and sit by Sally’s bed. “I don’t think I’m going to find Elizabeth,” Sally said. “I’m not going to have time. I’ll be going back to school, and Aunt Sarah will go back to California, and — ” Sally told Emily about how the house would be torn down. “Oh, but you will find her!” cried Emily, looking up at the picture. “I just know you will.” “I hope you’re right,” said Sally. At last the day came when Sally was well enough to get out of bed. “Aunt Sarah,” she asked, “do you think I could go up to the attic today?” Her aunt said nothing for a time, then said, “I thought perhaps you ought to play outside — but it is a little chilly. I suppose it won’t hurt you. Go ahead.”

“Oh, thank you!” Off Sally went at once, followed by her faithful Shadow. How wonderful the attic looked to Sally after her long absence! The little brass label on the other Sally’s trunk winked a greeting at her, but she passed it by and went straight to the mirror. Feeling suddenly quite out of breath, she remembered that she had just gotten over being sick. There’s a sort of ringing in my ears, she told herself, closing her eyes. For there was a faint sound, as if someone was whistling “Jingle Bells” — and there were bells ringing! Sally opened her eyes and saw the other Sally in the mirror. There was no mistaking her. She was wearing a red velvet cape with a pointed hood, and her hands were tucked into a white fur muff just like the one Elizabeth carried in the picture. The little doll was seated upon her lap, and she too was wearing a tiny red-hooded cape. Snow was swirling around them. And how dark it was; the stars looked as if they were falling, too, all mixed up with the twirling snowflakes. Sally snuggled down into the fur rug which covered her knees and those of her mother, who sat beside her. They were riding in the red sleigh, the sleigh bells ring-

ing as they glided over the glittering snow. Her father was on the driver’s seat high above them, whistling “Jingle Bells” and gently slapping the reins in his hands on the rising and falling back of the horse. When the horse turned its head, Sally could see its great eye flashing in the light of the lanterns that hung on either side of the sleigh. The cloud of its frosty breath hovered in the crystal air. They sped along past the lighted windows of farmhouses, past the schoolhouse and the reaching spire of the church, with the silver moon caught on its tip. “Whoa,” said Sally’s father at last. Sally could see that they had stopped at the edge of a forest. Her father jumped out into the snow. “Ah, there she is,” he said, lifting one of the lanterns and holding it so that Sally and her mother could see the fir tree, which lay on its side almost buried in the snow. “The biggest Christmas tree in the whole forest!” He stood the tree up, shook some of the snow from its branches, hoisted it onto the back of the sleigh, and secured it with ropes. Back they drove through the frosted air, over the moon-sparkled drifts. “Merry Christmas!” called their neighbors as they passed in

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Monday

A snow shower early, then a shower

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Sunshine mixing with clouds

Partly sunny; a nice afternoon

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Some sun; another nice afternoon

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Jackson 39/21

Salt Lake City 50/34

Casper 50/28

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Tonight: Rain showers, then a period of snow. Lows 20 to 28.

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1. How sick is Sally? What is the worst part of being sick for Sally? 2. If Sally doesn’t find Elizabeth in time, what will happen to the house? 3. Why would Aunt Sarah sell it? 4. What happens when Sally is better and she goes over to the mirror? 5. Did Sally fall asleep again or did something else happen? 6. What happens as the two Sallys are one? Where is Elizabeth? 7. What do you believe will happen next?

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their own sleighs. “Merry Christmas!” they shouted in return. The tree was dragged into the house at last. They stood it up in a corner of the parlor next to the melodeon. It fit exactly, the tip just brushing the ceiling. “It’s beautiful!” said Sally. To be continued.

Houston 82/72 Miami 82/72

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AVALANCHE DANGER

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We do not have enough information to issue a danger rating for the Steamboat zone.

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Travel hopes upbeat

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Big Agnes, Boa named companies to watch Steamboat Springs-based Big Agnes was named one of 50 Colorado Companies to Watch, according to a news release. The company makes sleeping bags, pads and tents. Colorado Companies to Watch attracted more than 250 applications, the release stated. Steamboat-based Boa Technology, which develops precision lacing systems for outdoor footwear, also was recognized. Colorado Companies to Watch, an awards program developed by the Edward Lowe Foundation, recognizes second-stage companies that are developing new industry across the state, the release stated. Typically, the companies possess such characteristics as being growth focused, privately held, headquartered in Colorado, employing six to 99 people full time and having $750,000 to $50 million in annual sales. The program will allow the state of Colorado to recognize leaders that help strengthen the economy, the release stated. This is the program’s first year. A celebration honoring the Colorado Companies to Watch companies will be June 25 in Denver.

Check card earns Alpine Banks service award The Independent Community Bankers of America named Alpine Banks of Colorado a top honoree in the 2009 ICBA National Community Bank Service Awards for the bank’s “Loyalty Visa Check Card” program, according to a news release. Alpine Banks of Colorado was named as a National Award recipient for the program. Started in 1997, it initially offered an education loyalty card to reward customer loyalty and to benefit students, teachers and schools needing classroom support. The program has expanded to offer loyalty cards serving causes such as arts, environment, community and Colorado Mountain College. The latest addition, the Americas loyalty card, celebrates LatinAmerican heritage. Alpine Bank donates 10 cents to the cause every time a customer uses the loyalty card.

Free small-business workshop in Denver SCORE, a group that counsels small businesses, and Hewlett-Packard have organized a series of free workshops for small businesses, “For the Good of Your Business — Surviving Challenging Times.” The workshops will provide advice about technology-based strategies that can help small business owners survive in tough economic times, according to a news release. The groups have planned a workshop for June 11 at the Colorado History Museum in Denver. More information is at www.score.org/HP_events. html.

Consumer spending increases in February THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Consumers curbed their spending to an unprecedented degree as they worried about declining home values, tight credit and unemployment. But recent data indicates the worst may be over. The government reported last month that consumer spending increased in February. It was the second month in a row spending increased after half a year of declines.

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Tourism officials optimistic about summer spending Andrew Wineke

THE COLORADO SPRINGS GAZETTE

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Workers Will Cheesebro, from right, Keith Van Arendonk and Mike Filander construct an entryway bridge for Wildhorse Meadows on Friday afternoon. Cheesebro and Filander are with Habitat Construction, and Van Arendonk works for British Columbia-based Spearhead Timberworks. As the summer construction season approaches, the number of résumés is outpacing the amount of work available in the Steamboat Springs area.

Jobless rate building Construction companies struggle amid severe slowdown

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or a few years, construction jobs seemed to grow on trees in Steamboat Springs — right next to STORY BY BLYTHE TERRELL abundant building projects. Workers were busy. Companies were busy. A.J. Gale says that slammed to a halt in Endless résumés November. Now, as the summer construcBut Gale actually might be one of the tion season approaches, some workers are luckier ones in the construction world: scrambling for jobs, and some companies He has some work. Bo Miller, of Hayden, are scrambling for projects. Both are has been in construction for more than scarce, Gale said. 35 years, as a site superintendent for He owns AJ Gale Builders, the past 25. He said Fox and he’s starting a company Construction laid him off “It seems like a called Steamboat Decks and about five weeks ago. really big, scary Remodels. It’s a smaller name Miller said he’d sent out for smaller projects, Gale said. waiting game now. more than 40 résumés with“Right now, we don’t turn I’ve got a little out getting a single call. down jobs,” he said. “If you “There just are no jobs stuff like bathroom wanted me to come over and out there right now,” he said. remodels. I’m just build you a receptacle for your “It’s bleak. I mean, it’s just trash, I’d be there tomorrow.” eking by.” no new work starting, that’s Gale used to have 12 the problem. Of course, A.J. Gale employees, he said. He’s down we’re in mud season here. It’s Owner of A.J. Gale Builders to just one. going to take a little while “It seems like a really big, for stuff to settle down here.” scary waiting game now,” Gale said. “I’ve Like Gale, Miller said this tough of a got a little stuff like bathroom remodels. downturn was unheard of. He said he’s I’m just eking by.” always been able to get construction work. He also has two children, ages 1 and “I have never in my whole career seen it 3, and a wife who depend on him. Gale like this,” Miller said. moved to Steamboat in 2006 and has He said he’s applied for jobs along the worked in construction for 22 years. Interstate 70 corridor and as far away as Denver. He doesn’t want to leave the “Right at the beginning of November, Yampa Valley, but he’ll move temporarily I’ve never seen the brakes fly on like that if there’s work. ever,” he said.

Luckily, Miller said, his wife, Beth, has a good job as a nurse at Yampa Valley Medical Center. They’ve lived in the area since 2003. “I plan on staying up here if it’s possible,” Bo Miller said. “We may have to relocate. I don’t know. It’s a possibility; it’s something to at least think about. You know, you have to go where the work’s at. But, I mean, my wife and I sure love it in this area, and at all cost, we’re going to try to stay here.” Miller said he also is considering a career change. “Back in my youth, I drove a truck for a few years,” he said. “It seems like there’s truck driving jobs available. I was thinking of pursuing that until this construction thing breaks. Eventually, there’s going to be jobs.” Miller said he’d been networking and talking with his construction contacts, but nothing had come through. He’s still trying, however.

Plugging away Another Hayden resident in the construction industry, Charlie Epp, has gotten by through staying diversified. Epp owns Bear River Builders and C’s Catering. He has a fence-building job starting this week, but other than that, the building side is dead, Epp said. Catering has kept him going. See Construction, back page

What’s the mood at Pikes Peak-area lodging and attractions as the summer tourism season approaches? Cautiously pessimistic, said Spencer Wren, manager of the Manitou Springs & Pikes Peak Cog Railway. “At this point, we’re really hoping that we can hold our own with last year,” Wren said. “Last year, we were slightly down.” No one in local tourism is calling for a disaster — there’s a strong belief that people will give up a lot before they give up their vacations. And a few even are willing to hope for more than just getting by. Linda Husted, director of operations at Seven Falls, thinks visitors are ready to forget their troubles and have a little fun. “I’m the eternal optimist when it comes to that,” she said. “So far this year, our numbers have been great. I’m not hoping for ‘breaking even,’ I’m hoping for ‘up.”’ The summer season accounts for more than 80 percent of local tourism revenue, said Chelsy Offutt, public relations manager for Experience Colorado Springs at Pikes Peak, the convention and visitors bureau. And tourism accounts for 14,000 jobs and $1.1 billion in revenue for the local economy. It’s the region’s third-largest industry, tourism officials say. “We’re predicting (tourism) will stay the same,” Offutt said. “We think that the drive market is really going to be strong this year.” The “drive market” means everyone from Fort Collins to Fort Worth, Texas, who hops in a car when they visit Colorado Springs instead of taking a plane. The drive market typically accounts for 85 percent of local visitors, Offutt said, but if gas prices stay down and the economy stabilizes, that number could increase this year. Tapping into that market will require careful marketing and a few incentives, Offutt said. The visitors bureau put together a See Tourism, back page

Spa/Salon to offer parties, specials Owner excited about opening, not concerned about economy Blythe Terrell

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Julie Buccino isn’t even a little bit worried about opening her spa and salon during an economic downturn. “The hair industry is right up there with toilet paper,” she said. “You need a haircut.” Buccino has owned a salon before, and she’s got big plans for this one. A grand opening for The Spa/Salon on Fifth Street is scheduled for Friday to coincide with the First Friday Art Walk and will include photographs by Corey Kopischke. Buccino’s business will offer early bird specials, children’s parties, teen days, happy hours and other specials. It will include massage, facials, manicures and pedicures, as well as a corner for clothing, gifts and accessories from Loft 22, a Denver boutique owned by Steamboat Springs natives Brittin and Kelly Asbury. Buccino did

If you go The Spa/Salon opens Friday at 24 Fifth St. Call 871-0202.

the Asburys’ hair while they attended Steamboat Springs High School. The Asburys plan to switch out their inventory regularly, as well as offer personal shopping services, Brittin Asbury said. “You can kind of shop while you’re waiting,” she said. “It’s kind of the whole pamper yourself, look good idea.” Loft 22 also will do trunk shows and special events, Asbury said. Buccino said the spa and salon would offer a variety of pampering services. Massage therapist Melissa Fielding will manage the spa component, she said. “We’re also putting a patio outside facing the river,” Buccino said. “We’re going to do, in summer, chair massages. We’ll put some white curtains out around it and leave it open to the river so you can see the river.”

Fielding has been a massage therapist for more than eight years. She specializes in neuro-muscular work but also does relaxation massages. Fielding said she hoped to make the spa services, which include body scrubs and facials, affordable. “I’d rather someone come in and get the massage than not,” she said. “With the economy, we’re willing to work with people and promote health and wellness.” Buccino is leaving the spa side to Fielding, saying her own area of expertise is hair. Buccino said she specializes in color correction, highlights, low lights, color and cutting. She worked out of her home in Steamboat for a decade and has been cutting hair at Comb Goddess. Before that, Buccino owned a salon in California. “I was in Palm Springs, and I had people who came all the way from JOHN F. RUSSELL/STAFF Los Angeles for color correction,” Julie Buccino, right, owner of The Spa/Salon, and Melissa she said. See Salon, back page

Fielding, manager and massage therapist, plan to open the salon Friday. They also plan to celebrate as part of First Friday Artwalk.

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Suzanne Schlicht, general manager Brent Boyer, editor Mike Lawrence, city editor Tom Ross, reporter Paul Hughes, community representative Gail Smith, community representative

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Earth Day then, now

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ithin the past week, we’ve seen two dramatic signs that local resort and government leaders have the resolution required to continue improvements at the base of Steamboat Ski Area in the face of a deep recession. We support and take great AT ISSUE encouragement from the exhibPreserving ited level of cooperation and momentum determination. for base area On Monday, officials with improvements Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. and Resort Ventures West — developers of Wildhorse Meadows OUR VIEW Public/private — confirmed they are very close to reaching a deal to partner on resolve to a $7 million deal to build a pubcontinue lic gondola. The gondola would improvements move skiers and mass transit users at ski base from a platform at Wildhorse Meadows, near Trailhead Lodge in face of and Ski Corp.’s Meadows Parking recession is Lot, to Gondola Square. Also encouraging. on Monday, city Planning and Community Development Director Tom Leeson confirmed that City Manager Jon Roberts approved expediting the permit process to have the eight-passenger gondola operational in the coming ski season — perhaps soon after the new year. Then, on Tuesday afternoon, all six City Council members at a hearing about the base area, wearing Urban Renewal Authority hats, expressed a strong willingness to commit city reserves to help secure a bond issue of at least $11.2 million. The bond would allow work on a pedestrian promenade showing off the resurrected Burgess Creek to continue at the ski base. The revenue stream that would repay the bonds would be covered by an increase in the URA property tax increment — not to be confused with a tax increase — at the ski base. But it cannot be done without the city backstopping those revenues with its reserves. All six council members agreed that allowing the work to go dormant would be a mistake that could jeopardize the goal of stimulating private investment in our aging ski base. They went a step further. Several council members expressed concern upon hearing $11.2 million would not be enough to fund a snowmelt system for the promenade. With that in mind, they asked URAAC to return May 5 with a bond scenario that would raise something less than an additional $5 million and include more work. Although it comes with a sizable carbon footprint, we agree a snowmelt system, perhaps with the ability to convert to alternative energy sources in the future, carefully should be considered up front. In a time of economic challenge, the community cannot afford to fail to make prudent investments in one of its greatest economic assets. Further, the fact that city government and resort leaders refuse to pull their heads into their shells and are working closely together, sends a strong message. It communicates to the financial markets, airlines contracted to fly here and to our guests and investors that we are determined to carry on. Bill Jensen, CEO of ski area parent company Intrawest, said in a published report last week that even though his company is in survival mode, it is planning to fund a share of the new gondola at Steamboat — reflecting the importance of the investment. We don’t pretend to have the financial sophistication to evaluate the impending plans to issue bonds in detail. However, we take encouragement from the experts consulted by URAAC, the comfort level of interim City Finance Director Bob Litzau — who consistently approaches such matters with a large dose of fiscal conservatism — and the fact the financial models built to support several bonding scenarios include built-in assumptions that property values here will decline during the life of the bonds. The base area improvements going forward in the next three years represent a 50 year investment in the economic health of the community. This is a local economic stimulus package we can get behind.

WHERE TO WRITE Routt County

U.S. District 3 ● State House District 57 ● State Senate District 8 President Barack Obama The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Washington, D.C. 20500 202-456-1111

State Rep. Randy Baumgardner (R) 303-866-2949 P.O. Box 108 Hot Sulphur Springs 80451

U.S. Rep. John Salazar (D) 1531 Longworth House Office Building Washington, D.C. 20515 202-225-4761 In Colorado: 970-245-7107

County Commissioners Nancy Stahoviak (R) Doug Monger (D) Diane Mitsch Bush (D) P.O. Box 773598 Steamboat Springs 80477

John Andrews

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Doctors’ orders When you’re a parent or caregiver for a child, you’re like an umbrella. Not only do you have to be ready to offer protection at any given moment, but you also never know what’s going to be raining down. It’s often up to you to be that layer protecting your children from the elements, whether it’s making sure the car seat is secure or insisting on broccoli before dessert. You can shield your children from something you may take for granted — vaccine-preventable diseases. About 1 million kids in the U.S. are not fully immunized by age 2. While the occurrence of most vaccine preventable diseases is declining, we have seen resurgence of whooping cough during the past few years. In 2006, there were more than 15,000 cases of whooping cough reported nationally. To prevent whooping cough, a child needs four doses of a vaccine called DTaP by age 2. It can be hard to get your children to the doctor or clinic for their immunizations, but that fourth dose is critical to protect them against this serious and sometimes deadly disease. You sometimes can use a “sick visit” to catch up on immunizations; ask your doctor or nurse. It’s not just children who need shots — did you know that adults can spread whooping cough, or pertussis, to others, too? Ask your health care provider about a pertussis booster shot for adults and pre-teens to protect the entire family, including infants who haven’t been completely immunized from this serious disease. Just as an umbrella can collapse in the wind, protection from childhood diseases can break down if vaccinations are missed or doses skipped. The sad fact is that low immunization rates can lead to outbreaks that can hospitalize or even kill children who are not up to date on their immunizations. April 25 to May 2 is National Infant Immunization Week. All across the country, doctors, nurses, clinics, and parents will be working together to get children caught up on their immunizations. Our goal is that every child will be immunized “on time, every time” by age 2. Don’t wait until a child goes to school to catch up on vaccinations — you would be shocked to know how vulnerable your infant or baby is without the recommended immunizations. Older brothers and sisters, relatives or even a trip to the grocery store can expose an infant to disease. By boosting babies’ immune systems through vaccination, they are protected from what used to

be common childhood diseases. There are 14 diseases you can protect your child against by immunizing them on time before they turn two years old. We have seen a great reduction in many diseases, and we want to continue that trend. We urge you to continue to be your children’s umbrella, shielding and protecting them. How can you do this? ■ Make sure your child is up to date on immunizations; visit CDC’s childhood scheduler online at www2a.cdc.gov/nip/kidstuff/newscheduler_le/ to find out what immunizations your child needs. ■ Get an immunization card or record, and bring it to every doctors visit. ■ Ask at every visit whether your child needs an immunization. ■ Talk with your child’s doctor, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. ■ Visit the CDC Web site at www.cdc.gov/vaccines, or call 1800-CDC-INFO for more information about immunizations. The good news is that we are fortunate in this country to have free and low-cost vaccination programs. Talk to your health care provider today.

Dr. Anne Schuchat, U.S. Surgeon General; Janice Poirot, R.N., Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association; Jacque Malley, R.N, Northwest Colorado VNA; Sheila Fountain, MD, Pediatrics of Steamboat Springs; Ron Famiglietti, MD, Pediatrics of Steamboat Springs; Dana Fitzgerald, MD, Pediatrics of Steamboat Springs; Steve Ross, MD, Sleeping Bear Pediatrics

Support leash laws To quote from the April 19 Steamboat Pilot & Today, “Councilman John Quinn said at Tuesday’s council meeting that he thinks it is ridiculous for the community service officers to spend their time harassing pet owners.” Quinn said he was offended by an officer who recently told him he could swim his dog as long as he had it on a leash. As a citizen, resident and taxpayer in this city, I’m offended by such a childish, selfish and irresponsible statement by an elected official in a position of leadership. There appears to be a segment of dog owners in our community who think that we have leash laws solely for the purpose of harassing them and giving our underworked law enforcement personnel something to do when they are bored. The reality is that every other

community in the country has leash laws. They are not unique to Steamboat Springs. Leash laws are not in place to harass dog owners. They are in place to protect the majority of people who don’t own dogs, might be afraid of dogs, are allergic to dogs, don’t want to have a dog run up and jump on them and don’t particularly like stepping in piles of poop. A leash-free dog park is great idea, do it. But be aware that those who disregard the laws outside of those areas are violating laws on the books to protect a majority of our citizens, not to harass those who think they are exempt because their dogs are special and everyone else in town should think they are special. If leash-free areas are established, enforcement of leash law violations outside of those areas should, if anything, be increased and vigilantly enforced. Especially in the Fetcher Pond area where a vast number of dog owners in town seem to assume the leash law does not apply to them. Councilman Quinn also made the absurd statement that “there is no reasonable place to exercise your dog” under current city regulations. How about everywhere in the city where you can walk, jog or run with your dog? If you are not capable of doing that with your dog on a leash, then maybe you should have been a more responsible person before you accepted the privilege of becoming a dog owner. I was a dog owner for more than 30 years, and I had no problem walking my dogs on leashes whenever appropriate or required by law. When I felt they needed to run free, I found plenty of opportunity in the thousands of acres of forest land outside of the city limits. It wasn’t complicated or an inconvenience. As a citizen, taxpayer and voter, I’m insulted by statements such as “it’s ridiculous for community service officers to spend their time harassing pet owners.” It shouldn’t be news to you, Councilman Quinn, that enforcement of the law is a primary job of those officers, and it’s an insult to them and other citizens of this community to accuse them of harassment because they are doing the job they were hired to do. To council as a group, please consider the welfare of the community as a whole, not just a vocal few who think it’s their right to let their dogs run amok See Letters, page 5A

“The trouble with the eco-crusader is that his false guilt and his false fears feed endlessly upon each other.” With all the Earth Day hoopla April 22, I remembered this line from an old presidential speech. Can you guess who said it? “From the emotional remorse that we have sinned terribly against nature,” it continues, “there is but a short step to the emotional dread that nature will visit terrible retribution upon us. The eco-crusader becomes, as a result, deaf to reason and science, blind to perspective and priorities, incapable of effective action.” That’s telling ’em, Mr. President. Or it would have been, if Richard Nixon hadn’t let staffers talk him out of giving the eco-crusader speech in September 1971. Fired up by attacks on the “disaster lobby” by Look magazine publisher Thomas Shepard, and uneasy about his own role in establishing the Environmental Protection Agency after the first Earth Day in 1970, Nixon directed me and other speechwriters to produce a warning against ecological extremism that he could deliver as a major address. Our draft died on his desk amid concerns about political backlash. I kept the file as a historical curiosity — the presidential bombshell that wasn’t. Today, four decades into the age of true-believing green religion, Nixon’s undelivered speech reads prophetically. So does Shepard’s diagnosis that the environmental doomsayers “are basically opposed to the free enterprise system and will do anything to bolster their case for additional government controls.” So does the denunciation by Prof. Peter Drucker, another source we consulted at the time, of the green fallacy “that one can somehow deprive human action of risk.” The battle lines have changed little in 38 years. I now wish President Nixon, a gambler in foreign policy, had risked this piece of domestic truth-telling. One politically incorrect speech from the White House couldn’t have halted the tides of earth-worshipping guilt and fear that still engulf us. But it would have been a start. With braver leadership sooner, America’s voices for environmental common sense might have been less outnumbered today. Two of those lonely voices were in Colorado last week. Terry Anderson, leader of the Montana-based Property & Environment Research Center, and Christopher Horner, a fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute in Washington, D.C., brought a coolly factual message to deflate some of the new-energy hype and carbonphobia that Bill Ritter trades on and Obama wants to emulate. Anderson literally wrote the book about free-market environmentalism — a 1991 volume by that title. He told the Independence Institute about PERC’s research on such inconvenient truths as the wildly oversold benefits of green jobs and the grim toll that See Andrews, page 5A

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I remember as a child how much less garbage we had. Our green Coke bottles were returned and refilled. The milkman took our milk bottles from a little metal box outside our door, and the milk bottles were reused. The diaper man took our cloth diapers for cleaning. And we didn’t have all that trash from fast food. We don’t even need new technology to start living a little greener. We need the old habits of 40 to 50 years ago. How much energy does it take to clean and refill glass bottles, as opposed to making new ones? Disposable diapers are petroleum products. Water to wash cloth diapers might be scarce in some places, but how much water is used to make disposable diapers? As we look forward, let us also look backward. — Howard Merken

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Research shows interest in theater leads to economic growth

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Good show I wanted to take a moment and publicly thank the dedicated and interested community and college folks who helped make the Colorado Mountain College musical theater production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” a resounding success. Thanks to Peter Perhac, CEO of CMC’s Alpine Campus, for having the vision to connect the college more with its local community; the always amazing Christel Houston, who led a backstage band of brilliant local talent comprised of Gary Foss, Ron Wheeler, Sean Fairlie and

ence, the young people in this show wouldn’t have had this opportunity to develop more self esteem, confidence, more basic life skills working as a team, a more positive outlook on life and a continued love of the performing arts. Research has shown that communities that support the performing arts are communities interested in economic growth and healthy, emotional and spiritual lives for their citizens. Thank you, Steamboat, for once again showing your love for your young people and your love of this community. I hope that when these opportunities continue to arise for our community to be involved, we will all be even more interested in supporting our local performing arts, so we may continue to create outstanding productions for our town.

Mike Brumbaugh

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Raise your voice If you love to sing, or just wish you could find an opportunity to sing, consider join-

ing the Yampa Valley Singers. These past three months, I had the great fortune to study with Emmy award-winning conductor Charles Bruffy and the local talents of Marie Carmichael and Dan Mullens. These individuals worked tirelessly to mold a masterful performance out of a group of 45 individuals who simply enjoy singing. Although I did not get the opportunity to sing in the Easter Messiah because of a spring cold, I did attend the Sunday performance, and I was in awe of the final product. From the singers in the chorus, to the orchestra, to the soloists, the Easter Messiah was so beautiful that tears came to my eyes as the music washed over me. What community of our size can boast such a performance and give budding singers the opportunity to sing with a professional orchestra? Thank you, Colorado Mountain College for sponsoring this event, and thank you, Ernest Richardson and the Steamboat Springs Orchestra for performing with us.

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Horner: Recession makes it worst time for new carbon tax cap-and-trade legislation to mitigate CO2 will take on our standard of living. Horner’s current book is “Red Hot Lies: How Global Warming Alarmists Use Threats, Fraud and Deception to Keep You Misinformed.” He told the Centennial Institute, where I work, that a recessionary economy and 10 straight years of global cooling make

this the worst time for a burdensome new carbon tax that “would not detectably impact climate anyway.” If the eco-crusaders were serious about cleaner energy, says Horner, they would support nuclear power. They aren’t, so they don’t. And again, we find the battle lines unchanged; the nuclear debate also pervades my 1971 White House file. No, their aim is control, as Thomas Shepard

warned. “For a new enemy to unite us, the threat of global warming fits the bill,” gloated the anti-growth Club of Rome in 1991. Cheerleading mainstream journalists have decided the likes of Horner and Anderson “are not news,” as one bluntly told me — so you heard little about their visit to Ritterville. The governor letting three eco-crusading foundations pay his climate czar’s salary has

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when debating this leash law issue. To Councilman Quinn, please live up to your responsibilities as an elected official and person in position of leadership by at least obeying the laws of this town and not demeaning and insulting those who are hired to enforce them.

Barb McKown; Tom Stockdale, Chris Duryea and other parents for helping to build a fantastic set; Rusty de Lucia for always being our beloved “theater goddess”; the Steamboat Pilot & Today, tv18, KBCR and all local businesses that let us hang posters, for being willing to help advertise local theater productions; Epilogue Bookstore for ticket sales; the ushers and all the other folks who had smaller but no less important roles in the show’s success; the wonderful audiences who validated all of our hard work; and, finally, to the young people themselves, who allowed me in the space of seven short weeks to help mold them into believable characters who are known and beloved by many, who danced and sang their way into our hearts. For those of you who weren’t able to see the show, you missed some of the most talented younger actors, singers, dancers and “techies” we have in this town, particularly Sean Hill, Grace Stockdale, Matthia Duryea, Cody Poirot, Simonne Hill, Jake Barker and Hannah Ramirez. Without the help of the parents, other community members and the audi-

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Ranchers hail efforts to limit Army site THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Ranchers are encouraged by lawmakers’ attempts to rein in the proposed expansion of a military training site in southeast Colorado but aren’t ready to declare victory. Landowners have been fighting expansion of the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Site since the Army announced plans more than three years ago to increase the 238,000-acre site by about 414,000 acres. Opposition to the plan hasn’t lessened despite the Army’s announcement last year that it would scale back the expansion

to 100,000 acres. Democratic Reps. John Salazar and Betsy Markey said they’ll propose a bill prohibiting any future expansion of Piñon Canyon. And a bill that would prevent the Army from acquiring any state land around the site is moving through the Legislature. Ranchers also are encouraged by the expected retirement of Keith Eastin, the Army assistant secretary whose priority was the Piñon Canyon expansion. Lon Robertson, a Kimarea rancher and president of the Piñon Canyon Expansion

Opposition Coalition, said landowners are feeling a sense of relief but not victory. “I’ve been told the Army hopes that whoever replaces Eastin will be able to get off to a fresh start with landowners,” Robertson said. “If that’s the case, the Army just doesn’t get it that no matter who gets that job, the answer will be ‘no.”’ The Army wants to expand the 370-square-mile site near La Junta to about 525 square miles, saying it needs more room to accommodate new weapons, new tactics and additional soldiers. The site is used by Fort Carson, south of Colorado Springs.

Opponents worry the Army will acquire the land through condemnation if it can’t find willing sellers. Army officials have said they won’t and are looking at leasing, rather than buying, land. Opponents warn the expansion would hurt the regional economy and local governments by taking so much land out of agricultural production and off the tax rolls. They also say it would cause environmental damage. Congress passed a moratorium on spending on the Piñon Canyon expansion project last year because of the opposition.

Fiscal woes restrict Durango college paper to online THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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The student newspaper at Fort Lewis College in Durango has stopped printing for the rest of the school year because of money problems. The Independent’s last print edition was March 26. It won’t issue a print edition again until at least August, the end of summer break. The Independent still is publishing on the Internet. Editor-in-Chief Tirrell Thomas say the paper’s fiscal problems are because of a clerical error and slumping ad revenues. The student government boosted the paper’s budget to $15,000 from $10,300 so the paper can resume printing. The Independent has printed weekly with a circulation of about 1,200. The newspaper will print six times, or biweekly, in the 2009-10 school year.

DNA from bat can be used in murder case BOULDER

A judge has ruled that DNA evidence from a baseball bat police say was used to kill a University of Colorado student can be used in her suspected killer’s trial this summer. Diego Olmos Alcalde faces

murder charges in the death of 23-year-old Susannah Chase. She was raped and beaten and found dead in an alley a block from her Boulder home Dec. 21, 1997. The baseball bat was found nearby. Police arrested Alcalde last year after saying that DNA samples taken from him linked him to the crime scene. Authorities in Wyoming, where Alcalde had served time in prison for a 2000 kidnapping conviction, had submitted a sample of his DNA to a national database, which matched it with Chase’s case, authorities said. Investigators say evidence from the bat also links Alcalde to the crime. Tests turned up DNA from Alcalde’s thengirlfriend, according to court documents. Investigators have ruled her out as a suspect based on her alibi. Defense attorneys tried to keep the evidence from the bat out of court. They contended there wasn’t enough evidence to run more tests and challenged previous tests of the DNA. District Judge James Klein ruled against the defense request Friday.

DIA officials say high bird strike counts not a concern DENVER

Denver International Airport led the nation in bird and wildlife strikes to aircraft last year, according figures released Friday by the Federal Aviation Administration. DIA reported 318 bird and wildlife strikes during the first 11 months of 2008. DallasFort Worth International Airport reported the next highest number with 228. December 2008 figures are not yet available. But FAA and airport officials cautioned nervous flyers that the figures have little bearing on airport safety.

Jury awards $3 million to former United employee DENVER

A federal court jury in Denver has awarded $3 million to a former United Airlines employee after finding the company retaliated against her for complaining about discrimination. The trial began Monday in Senior Judge Richard P. Matsch’s courtroom. The jury deliberated about seven hours before reaching a verdict Friday. Jennifer McInerney, 37, of Centennial, lost her job as a

United ramp-services supervisor in March 2006 after 12 years with the company. She has a 3-year-old son who is disabled. McInerney became pregnant with her son in May 2005 and asked for alternative jobs because she anticipated complications with her pregnancy. She said she was denied alternative positions, and her son was born 11 weeks premature.

Court rules against CDOT on I-70 mineral rights GLENWOOD SPRINGS

The Colorado Court of Appeals says the state Department of Transportation does not own rights to minerals underneath land it condemned to build Interstate 70 through Garfield County. To build I-70, a predecessor to CDOT filed for condemnation in 1975 against Agnes Hunt for land between Silt and Rifle. Hunt was awarded compensation. Gypsum Ranch, which acquired Hunt’s property in 2000, argued that CDOT acquired only a right of way across the land and a right for “subsurface support” for highway improvements, without gaining rights to oil and gas underneath.

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THE RECORD POLICE, FIRE & AMBULANCE ACTION

JAIL REPORT The following is a list of people booked into the Routt County Jail on suspicion of the listed charges. The arresting agency is listed in parentheses. SATURDAY, APRIL 18 Taylor Kyle Tugman, 18, Steamboat Springs — Fugitive of justice (assault) (Routt County Sheriff’s Office) Donnie Francisco Suazo, 48, Steamboat — Driving under restriction (Steamboat Springs Police Department) SUNDAY, APRIL 19 Barrett Anthony Murphy, 29, Steamboat — Stopped vehicle on highway, driving under the influence, open container (RCSO) Donovan Michael Velasquez, 20, Monte Vista — DUR, speeding, window tint (Colorado State Patrol) Tayla Renee Thomas, 32, Steamboat — Displayed expired tags, operated uninsured motor vehicle, driving under the influence of drugs, possession of less than 1 ounce of marijuana (SSPD) Shannon Lynn Newby, Steamboat — Fugitive of justice (no insurance) (CSP) MONDAY, APRIL 20 Miguel Garcia, 44, Denver — Failure to appear (DUI) (CSP) Job Tenorio-Valdivia, 26, Steamboat — Speeding, no proof of insurance, driving under suspension (SSPD) Montine LaFawn Counts, 37, Steamboat — FTA (DUR) (SSPD) Pedero Perez-Quintero, 44, Clifton — DUS, broken headlamp (SSPD) TUESDAY, APRIL 21 Brian Alan Simillion, 32, Steamboat — Contempt (RCSO) Cory Steven Doak, 44, Craig — DUI, open container, no safety belt, no insurance (CSP) Oscar Parra-Topete, 27, Steamboat — Eluding, DUI, DUI per se, reckless driving (CSP) Richard Duane Phillips, 54, Steamboat — Violation of a protection order, violation of a bail bond (SSPD) WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 Larry Allen Clary, 58, Kremmling/Craig — Expired license plates, DUR (CSP) THURSDAY, APRIL 23 Corian Taylor Harding, 25, Steamboat — DWAI, failure to signal (SSPD) Timothy Philip Scalo, 18, Steamboat — DUI, failure to stop (SSPD) Dean Rowen Schmidt, 39, Sandy — FTA (Traffic) (CSP) Patrick Bryan Snyder, 43, transient — Violation of a protection order, theft, harassment, violation of bail conditions (RCSO) Jonah Austin Robinson, 28, Milner — FOJ (larceny) (CSP) Christopher Alexander Berry, 18, Oak

Crime Stoppers If you have information about any unsolved crime, call Routt County Crime Stoppers at 870-6226. You will remain anonymous and could earn a cash reward.

Creek — FOJ (dog at large) (RCSO) Tony Dwayne Counts, 39, Steamboat — DUR, possession of less than 1 ounce of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia (SSPD) FRIDAY, APRIL 24 Kaila Mussell, 30, Hayden — DUI, weaving (Hayden Police Department) Benjamin Allen Landusky, 18, Steamboat — Possession of schedule II controlled substance, introduction of contraband, minor in possession, disorderly conduct (SSPD)

POLICE BLOTTER FRIDAY, APRIL 24 12:11 a.m. Trespassing was reported in the 57000 block of Saturn Court in Clark. 12:51 a.m. Routt County Sheriff’s Office deputies made a traffic stop on Fourth Street in Steamboat Springs. 1:13 a.m. A man reported a bear sighting in the 3200 block of Village Drive. 1:30 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers arrested an 18-yearold Steamboat man on charges of possessing a Schedule II substance, possessing alcohol as a minor, contraband and disorderly conduct, after a report of shoplifting in the 1800 block of Kamar Plaza. 7:07 a.m. A woman made an animal complaint in the 38000 block of Klein Road. 9:02 a.m. Law enforcement officials assisted with a tow on private property in the 1300 block of Dream Island Plaza. 9:13 a.m. A woman made an animal complaint in the 1800 block of Central Park Drive. 11:31 a.m. A man made an animal complaint in the 100 block of Spruce Street. 11:41 a.m. A vehicle crash was reported in the 200 block of Lincoln Avenue. 12:05 p.m. A man reported a suspicious vehicle in the 2100 block of Resort Drive. 3:20 p.m. Sheriff’s deputies made a traffic stop on Colorado Highway 131 near Oak Creek. 3:45 p.m. A man made an animal complaint in the 2300 block of Penny Lane. 4:08 p.m. A hit-and-run vehicle crash was reported in the 300 block of Kelhi Court. 8:04 p.m. Harassment was reported in Steamboat Springs. 11:18 p.m. Police made a traffic stop on Riverside Court. 11:44 p.m. A suspicious incident was reported at Ninth and Oak streets in Steamboat.

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During the first quarter of 2009, The YVEA Board of Directors commissioned a commercial and residential Customer Satisfaction and Attitude Survey to measure the perceptions about YVEA’s performance, opinions regarding energy efficiency, conservation, renewables and the environment, and business operating characteristics. The random phone survey was developed and conduced by an outside agency with a margin of error of +-3.9% at 95% probability for residential and 6.1% for commercial customers. The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) is one of the most recognized customer satisfaction indices in the United States. It measures customers’ satisfaction in 16 major industries and 190 leading corporations. The current national average for all electric cooperatives surveyed is 80; the electric industry has an average of 73. Yampa Valley Electric received a score of 87, well ahead of both of these scores. While we at YVEA appreciate these high marks, we will continue to “look out for our members” by providing efficiency programs to reduce electric usage. We will continue to “look out for our members” by holding the line on rate increases and we will continue to “look out for our members” by reducing electric outages and communicating why they happened.

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Humor and laughter is what distinguishes Man from all other creatures. Doug Johnson had no shortage of either. Able to bring a Johnson smile to everybody he came in contact with through his wit, sarcasm or jokes, Doug made the world a more enjoyable place to be. He will be sorely missed by all his friends and family. Doug passed away April 12, 2009, after an unexpected bout of pneumonia. He was 56. Doug was born Oct. 2, 1952, in Seattle. He considered Steamboat Springs home while raising his children and growing his business locally for

more than 25 years. He is survived by his three children, Brandon, Eric and Tracey Johnson; along with four grandchildren, Austin, Rylea, Bayley and Jayten Johnson. He also is survived by his parents, Glenn and Donna Johnson; and his three siblings, Kelly Johnson, Vicki Tilton and Jodi Johnson. A gathering of friends and family is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. May 9 at the Steamboat Smokehouse restaurant on Lincoln Avenue. As Doug would have wanted, it will be a casual gathering of fond memories and laughter among friends. In lieu of flowers, small donations may be made to the Doug Johnson Foundation at any Alpine Bank branch.

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The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has confirmed two cases of swine flu in the state. A strain of the flu has killed as many as 68 people and sickened more than 1,000 across Mexico. The World Health Organization chief said Saturday that the strain has “pandemic potential” and it may be too late to contain a sudden outbreak.

Professor suspected in Athens, Ga., shootings ATHENS, GA.

Authorities say a University of Georgia professor suspected in the deaths of his ex-wife and two others outside a community theater near campus had left his children in the car when the shooting happened. A nationwide manhunt was on for 57-year-old George Zinkhan, who was a marketing professor at the university in Athens. Athens-Clarke County Police Capt. Clarence Holeman said Zinkhan’s children are safe. A neighbor of Zinkhan’s says the professor dropped the children off with him next door and left after saying there was an emergency.

Presbyterian Church rejects gays in clergy LOUISVILLE, KY.

Efforts to allow gays and lesbians to serve as clergy in the Presbyterian Church have been defeated again. Votes on Saturday by two presbyteries, or district church bodies, ensured the defeat of a proposal to drop a requirement that wouldbe ministers, deacons and elders live in “fidelity within the covenant of marriage between and a man and a woman, or chastity in singleness.” The church’s General Assembly approved the proposal last summer, but it required the OK from a majority of the nation’s 173 presbyteries. Those votes have been trickling in for several months. At least two more presbyteries voted no Saturday, enough to seal the measure’s defeat.

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Less than two weeks after the U.S. Navy rescued Capt. Richard Phillips from captivity by Somali pirates, the skipper got a hero’s welcome Saturday from a crowd of about 500 of his neighbors and well-wishers from across New England. “Now I know why I moved to Vermont,” Phillips, a U.S. cargo ship captain, said in a thick accent of his native Massachusetts. “It’s not just the maple syrup, the foliage and the snowboarding. This is true American community, and it’s a true caring for each other.” Phillips was skipper of the Maersk Alabama when Somali pirates boarded the ship April 8. The ensuing five-day hostage drama gripped the world’s attention and ended Easter Sunday when Navy sharpshooters shot and killed three of the pirates holding him and took a fourth into custody. All that was a world away Saturday as Phillips’ neighbors threw a community picnic

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Founder Newmark says he will keep section open despite killing Eric Tucker

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The founder of Craigslist does not plan to close the “erotic services” section of the Web site despite criticism that has intensified after a medical student was accused of killing a Boston masseuse who advertised there. Craig Newmark contends his site already allows users to flag inappropriate material they think should be removed. “Sometimes a bad guy of some sort tries to pull a fast one on our site,” he said in an interview that aired Friday night on ABC News. “We don’t want it there, it’s wrong, and that’s why we have the help of the general community and the law enforcement community getting rid of things like that.” Newmark’s comments defied a request by Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal, who asked Craigslist to immediately eliminate photographs in the “erotic servic-

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Maersk-Alabama Capt. Richard Phillips, right, stands alongside Cmdr. Frank Castellano, commanding officer of USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) on April 12 after U.S. Naval Forces rescued Phillips off the coast of Somalia. Phillips returned to his home in Vermont on Saturday, while receiving a homecoming from New Englanders.

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The official also said Markoff sent text messages from the hotel but said he didn’t have information about what he said or to whom he wrote. Markoff has not been charged in Rhode Island. Markoff, who was arrested during a traffic stop Monday as he drove to Foxwoods Casino in Connecticut, was placed on suicide watch at the Boston jail where he was being held after authorities reportedly found shoelace marks on his neck. His fiancee said earlier in the week that she supported him and didn’t think he was capable of hurting anyone. Markoff’s parents, brother and sister-in-law visited him Friday at the jail. The parents, Susan Haynes and Richard Markoff, did not speak to reporters about their son, but his attorney said on their behalf that they love him very much and support him. “They, of course, remain very concerned about him,” said Salsberg, who would not discuss his client’s condition.

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Diamond, who now is Black Mountain’s sole owner, often is the only worker in the kitchen, he said. He employs one bartender and two waitresses — one waitress per shift. The business now is open from 3 p.m. to close Tuesdays through Saturdays, and closed Sundays and Mondays. He also has amended his menu to include several $6.50 options. Steak is off the menu because no one was ordering MATT STENSLAND/STAFF it. Waitress Susan Cardenas puts in an order Thursday morning at Dinty Moore’s Family Restaurant. The Oak Creek restaurant Even with the cutbacks and closed Saturday and will be taken over by a new restaurant called The Oak, which received its liquor license Thursday. layoffs, Diamond said he’s The store now will be open sure the restaurant where he’s Sundays, which the previworked for five years will pull through the recession, relying ous owners did not do, and on previous profits and man- Blare said he hopes to become “the Krispy Kreme of Routt agement. County.” “We’re not The shop also going back to “I had a very slow distributes to conwhere we were, winter. A lot of venience stores, but I think we’ve people want to save construction comhit the bottom,” their money, and I panies and the he said. “I’m optiYampa Valley Medmistic. Being a can’t blame them. I restaurant owner, can’t close it. It’s not ical Center each morning. I’ve got to be optireally an option.” Jane Sindell, owmistic.” ner of The MugChelsea’s RestaJane Sindell shot, said she is urant has reduced Owner of The Mugshot putting the busihours for mud MATT STENSLAND/STAFF ness up for sale season, along with Douglas Diamond, owner of Black Mountain Tavern, said it feels like he is giving without any intention of closthe Colorado Bar. away food for free with the specials he has been offering to help lure customers. Travis Blare, who took over ing the restaurant. She said she’s talked to one A lot of people want to save said he and his friends always the operation of Judy’s Country Donuts and Bakery at the potential buyer, but she will their money, and I can’t blame will be able to find a table in beginning of April, also is continue to run the business them,” she said. “I can’t close Oak Creek. using optimism to expand the as usual as long as she can. it. It’s not really an option.” “There’s always places to She has owned the shop for business. In the meantime, Eugene go,” he said. The shop lengthened hours four years and worked there Germain, who described his of operation under the direction for eight. morning coffee group as the — To reach Zach Fridell, call 871-4208 “I had a very slow winter. “Blights of the Round Table,” or e-mail zfridell@steamboatpilot.com of Blare’s wife, Lia.

Obama to examine immigration reform this summer Democrats continued from 1A During his campaign, Obama said immigration reform should include a path to citizenship. His administration plans to examine the issue this summer. Gov. Bill Ritter in January tapped Bennet, a 44-year-old Yale-educated lawyer, businessman and former superintendent of Denver Public Schools, to replace Ken Salazar, who joined Obama’s cabinet as Interior secretary. Next year’s election would be Bennet’s first run for office.

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His campaign has raised $1.4 million. Colorado, home to outspoken illegal immigration critic and former Rep. Tom Tancredo, has been the focal point of several battles on the issue, including a 2006 ballot proposal that would have denied most state services to illegal immigrants. The Colorado Supreme Court struck down that proposal on a technicality before it could go to voters. Colorado lawmakers earlier this month voted down a bill that would have granted in-state tuition to

some illegal immigrants. “Not withstanding all the demagoguery on the issue, this country needs to have comprehensive immigration reform,” Bennet said. “The question is the timing, and that I can’t answer today.” Bennet, Sen. Mark Udall, and Reps. Jared Polis and Ed Perlmutter spoke at the Clinica Family Health Services, which provides health care to some 34,000 low-income and uninsured patients through four metro-Denver clinics. The health care center has received $631,000 in stimulus money to

help expand its services, said Tom Littleton, vice president of operations and finance. The congressmen said their news conference was a “check in” on their work in Congress. They touted the stimulus package, an equal-pay-forwomen bill and expanded health care for 11 million children as accomplishments of Barack Obama’s first 100 days in office and the new Congress. All four said there’s more work to be done on issues including comprehensive health care reform, public education and renewable energy.

People lauded Phillips for offering himself as hostage Homecoming continued from 7A the ship at the center of his rescue, the USS Bainbridge, spoke briefly, thanking his family, his community and the U.S. military. “If you see someone in the military in a restaurant or on the street, in an airport, shake their hands and thank them for

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Peter Welch, D-Vt. Douglas, who declared Saturday “Captain Richard Phillips Day in Vermont,” introduced the sea captain by saying, “I don’t think there’s any better example of the values and strengths and the indomitable spirit of the people of Vermont” than Phillips. Several speakers lauded

Phillips for offering himself as a hostage to the pirates, thereby keeping his crew out of harm’s way. Welch and Leahy aide Chuck Ross read from U.S. House and Senate resolutions describing those events. After the speeches, Phillips, his wife, Andrea, and daughter Mariah stood under a party tent greeting well-wishers.

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Steamboat Ski and Resort Corp. Vice President of Mountain Operations Doug Allen, right, discusses plans for the new gondola that will run from Wildhorse Meadows to Gondola Square with City Planning Director Tom Leeson, from left, Ski Corp. Vice President of Resort Services Mike DeGroff, Ski Corp. Public Relations Director Mike Lane and Resort Ventures West Principal and Chief Financial Officer Brent Pearson.

place over time, DeGroff said, will help it climb rapidly to the and an undetermined number elevation of Mount Werner of vans would be kept as a Circle before crossing the road and traversing a 150-foot-wide backup to the gondola. The lower gondola terminal easement between The West condominiums and the would be situated between the Steamboat Grand “We think it will eastern boundary Resort Hotel, Allen provide a better of the Meadows said. opportunity for our lot and Trailhead Allen added that Lodge, schedthe new gondola guests. It’s nice to uled to open in cabins are likely to see it getting closer Wildhorse Meabe built by a Swiss to fruition.” dows this summer. company, CWA The upper termiConstructions. AlDoug Allen nal would be just though they will Ski Corp. vice president outside a public closely resemble of Mountain Operations plaza in the new the cabins in the One Steamboat existing Steamboat Place condominium complex, gondola, at 192 centimeters, the a location designed to provide new cabins will allow a 6-foota natural pedestrian path for tall person to stand up inside. skiers to the existing Steamboat Some of the urgency atgondola. tached to ordering and installSki Corp. Vice President of ing the new gondola this year Mountain Operations Doug is attributable to the economic Allen said he expects the new downturn, and the potential gondola to clear up congestion for reduced costs with highly at the Meadows lot and in the motivated lift manufacturers in vicinity of the Gondola Transit a competitive bidding environment. Both parties to the conCenter. “We think it will provide struction also acknowledged a better opportunity for our that the current availability of guests,” Allen said. “It’s nice to financing is a factor, but they see it getting closer to fruition.” declined to elaborate. DeGroff added that plans Allen said he could identify the successful bidder on the con- to expand the Meadows lot struction of the gondola as soon this summer, the completion this week. He has been in talks of Trailhead Lodge and the with Leitner-Poma, of Grand pending completion of conJunction, and Doppelmayr struction adjacent to Gondola Garaventa U.S.A., which has Square all contribute to the a manufacturing plant in Salt desirability of pursuing an aggressive timetable for gonLake City. dola construction.

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names or street address numbers. ■ Owner of the property. ■ What is the fire burning in? Trees, brush, grass or other. ■ What color is the smoke? White, gray, brown, blue, black or unknown. ■ How big is the fire? The size of a campfire, house, baseball field, etc. ■ Weather and wind at the fire location. ■ Are any lives or homes, buildings, campgrounds or other structures threatened? ■ How fast is the fire spreading? As fast as you can walk, run or unknown. ■ Is anyone fighting the fire? Forest Service crews, fire departments, neighbors, passers-by. Source: Northwest Colorado Forest Health Guide, 2008

The mountain pine beetle killed more trees in Routt County than anywhere else in Colorado in recent years, leaving behind a worrying glut of dry fuel. Of the 1.16 million affected acres across the state, 245,000 are in Routt County, according to aerial research conducted in 2008 by the U.S. and Colorado forest services.

“I would say we’re looking at an average fire season right now,” Cahur said. “It really boils down to what it’s looking like in July through September. … The fuels are ready. The state of the vegetation with the beetles have made the fuels very prone to fire, and now it’s just going to be up to the weather.”

Acres affected by mountain pine beetle in Routt and surrounding counties County 2008 1996-2008 Eagle 75,680 159,860 Garfield 5,210 7,160 Grand 208,210 552,570 Jackson 234,620 353,800 Moffat 9,700 11,100 Rio Blanco 18,000 25,130 Routt 245,290 310,520

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At a glance ■ The new gondola will be public ■ Initial uphill capacity will be 1,800 riders an hour, expandable to 2,400, not quite matching the existing gondola’s 2,800. ■ Gondola cabins will carry eight passengers, with a three-minute trip time ■ Ski Corp. shuttle vans gradually will phase out ■ Goal is construction this fall with opening as soon as January 2010

Transit Center to function well. The upper terminal would be moved from the originally planned location within One Steamboat Place because of the new gondola’s added size and weight. The change means a triangular median at the entrance to the transit center, where the first parking stall will be removed. “We want to ensure that turning motions into the transit center are still workable,” Leeson said. The lower terminal will be moved closer to the Meadows lot by about 200 feet from the previously planned location, immediately north of Trailhead. That will make a shorter walk for skiers and riders. DeGroff said plans are in the works to create a drop-off lane allowing families to exit their automobiles on the east edge of the parking lot close to a new pedestrian bridge that would span wetlands. DeGroff said there are no short-term plans to begin charging for parking in the Meadows lot. The gondola also will be free to riders, Ski Corp. spokesman Mike Lane said.

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The early bird specials were a hit there, Buccino said. From 7 to 9 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, The Spa/Salon will offer a blow-dry, a hair styling, a bagel and coffee for $35. The Friday and Saturday happy hours will include styling, drinks and appetizers so women can get ready for dates, for example, Buccino said. “We want to do community service, too, so probably every couple months, we’ll do a girls night out,” she said. “So the whole salon will be booked all day, and we’ll give people 40 percent off on everything, including products.” The business also will offer spa parties for children 5 and older, as well as for adults, Buccino said. Children’s parties will include gift bags, activities and miniature manicures or pedicures. Buccino has put the business together in just more than a month. Her husband, Steve Buccino, of NAK Construction, gutted and rebuilt the space. Julie Buccino designed the salon, which she said would have a California feel. “It’s contemporary and pretty,” she said. “It’s different.” — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

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list of free local attractions on its Web site and is encouraging local businesses to post coupons throughout the summer. “They may not spend a lot, but they will spend,” Michele Carvell, executive director of the Pikes Peak Country Attractions Association, said of tourists. Local hotels have taken a hit as meetings and convention business has shriveled, said Stephen Ducoff, executive director of the Pikes Peak Lodging Association. And it’s not just the economy, he said; it’s a matter of perception. “The Broadmoor has been painted with that brush of being way too nice to justify to stockholders their executives having a meeting there,” Ducoff said. Convention and events business is down 20 to 25 percent at Cheyenne Mountain Resort, said John Branciforte, director of sales and marketing. That’s much better than some areas of the country, he said, but it still leaves a gap that needs to be filled. In past years, Cheyenne Mountain and its nearby neighbor The Broadmoor have had to turn away some vacationers because they were booked up with meetings.

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“Most of the catering I do is in the winter at the airport for the airlines, and then I do a lot in the summer as far as weddings and meetings, ranch barbecues. … I do the fair barbecue,” Epp said. Down the road, a bigger contractor is staying busy but doing less volume. TCD is building Hayden’s new police station and has projects planned at Yampa Valley Funeral Home and Lowell Whiteman Primary School, Senior Vice President Tom Perkins said. The Steamboat-based company has branches in Breckenridge and Fraser. TCD is doing projects in Granby and in the Summit County/Vail/I-70 area, Perkins said.

“I would just say that the entire market is down,” he said. The company is getting plenty of applications from people like Miller, Perkins said. “Most of ours come in over the Internet because we are primarily a management company,” he said. “And obviously, with the reduced volume, we haven’t been in a hiring mode here, and we have made some staff reductions.” Perkins said he didn’t know when things would turn around. “I don’t think anybody knows,” he said. “I certainly don’t consider myself an authority on the economy, but I think there’s a lot of inventory in the multifamily residential that has to be absorbed in the Steamboat area, as well as most areas. … We’re seeing the

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Bomeisl, Boehm join Prudential Realty roster Cam Boyd and Pam Vanatta, co-owners of Prudential Steamboat Realty have announced that Bob Bomeisl and Tim Boehm are the newest additions to the company’s roster of real estate brokers. Bomeisl has been an active broker in the Steamboat comBomeisl munity since 1979. A former ski instructor and fly fishing guide, he made the transition from late ’70s ski bum to a consistent multi-million Boehm dollar producer. “I came here 30 years ago, but if I had to choose a Colorado community to live in today, it would still be Steamboat Springs,” Bomeisl said. Boehm has several years of real estate experience from Steamboat Real Estate. “The main reason I was attracted to Prudential Steamboat Realty is because of their superior client customer service and their dedication to being the top real estate office in Steamboat,” Boehm said.

City tentatively OKs base improvement bonding The consensus at Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday was to authorize the Urban Redevelopment Area Advisory Committee to continue preparing financial documents that could lead to issuing bonds this spring for at least $11.2 million and possibly more, to allow the continuation of design and construction work on public improvements at the base of the ski area. The work would include a pedestrian promenade and the day-lighting of Burgess Creek where it flows in a culvert beneath the lowest ski trails. City Council was acting in its capacity as the Urban Renewal Authority. Individual members of the authority expressed the importance of not losing momentum in the work already begun.

Correction A caption that ran with an illustration of the new Millennium Bank building on page 1B of the Steamboat Pilot & Today on April 19 incorrectly identified the person who created the elevation drawing. The correct name is Rick Barcelow, president of Barcelow Architectural Illustration in Boulder.

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Young couples buying Purchases picking up in Red Hawk at prices influenced by bank-driven short sales

eveloper Ren Martyn said this week that he never could have guessed how things would work out at Red Hawk Village, a subdivision of small footprint singlefamily homes in Stagecoach in South Routt County. But STORY BY now that they’ve begun to sell to TOM ROSS young couples, he’s pleased — even if many of the sales are the result of existing owners who are under duress. “If you step back and look at the big picture, now it’s come full circle. As a developer and Realtor, none of us could have imagined this,” Martyn said. “But at the end of the day, it’s a better situation. It’s wonderful for the subdivision.” Martyn is a principal in Mountain Valley Communities, the original developer of the 29 single-family lots and 25 homes in the range of 1,600 to 1,800 square feet. Martyn and his colleagues originally conceived the subdivision on the south shore of Stagecoach Reservoir as a place for young families. They intended to keep prices relatively modest and offered eight affordable units in 2006 when the homes first came on the market. But the buying public never responded to the deed-restricted units. Instead, out-of-town buyers created higher demand and higher prices at Red Hawk, Martyn said. A Front Range consortium even was planning at one time to purchase all of the homes. All of the speculation drove prices to levels higher than Martyn had planned on. In spring 2007, several homes sold for $430,000, $488,000 and $555,000. Now, he said, it’s the out-of-town speculators who are unable to make payments on the homes and who are selling under duress.

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Red Hawk Village, a single-family-home subdivision in Stagecoach, saw its first sale for less than $300,000 this year. Many sales in the 25-home subdivision are influenced by bank-owned properties and short sales.

Martyn said his development group made enough sales at attractive prices in 2007 to carry on. “It hasn’t been easy for us,” he said. “But we’ve been able to keep our heads above water. There are still four undeveloped lots in the subdivision. We had hoped to build on them this summer, but now it looks like next year. Then we’ll go quiet again and wait for prices to rise again.” Martyn’s nearby Blacktail Meadows subdivision, with 29 lots and no sales, has been a bigger challenge this year. The homes at Red Hawk are wrapped around a common

area in the middle of the looped interior road, which includes a playground structure, shaded gazebo for watchful parents and a turf area suitable for pee-wee soccer. Now, Realtor Cindy MacGray confirmed, young couples are beginning to purchase Red Hawk homes at reduced prices. “Three have sold this year,” MacGray said. “One for $315,000, another for $300,000 and one for $280,000. It’s definitely set up for families. Families who would be happy with less than 2,000 square feet. See Stagecoach, page 2B

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The homes in Red Hawk Village were built in 2006, and a number never have been lived in.They have alder cabinets, granite tile countertops and stainless steel appliances.

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The owners of Laloba Ranch Clay Center art school would like to subdivide their 40-acre parcel to allow them to sell two 5-acre home lots. Some of their neighbors are strongly opposed. Owners Judie Day and her

husband, Biz Littell, are scheduled to present the case for creating a total of three lots on their property to the Routt County Regional Planning Commission at 6 p.m. Thursday. Day and Littell, both former college professors, have operated ceramic workshops in a free-standing studio on the property for a decade. “We need to do this to continue offering our school,” Day

said. “We put everything we had into it.” Laloba Ranch, on Routt County Road 43A, is in a seldom-seen part of Routt County on a dry fork of Cow Creek, just over a pass and to the west from the larger Whitewood subdivision, where the southwest flank of the ridge that tails out from Emerald Mountain spills across into coal country farther west.

If one were returning home from Denver, he or she might come via Routt County Road 14 through Whitewood. Driving home from Steamboat, you could take Twentymile Road to a left turn on Routt County Road 43. The county road is barely maintained — it’s classified as a “remote” dirt road by the Routt County Road and Bridge Department, implying a level of

service that often doesn’t see as much snow plowing as that of a primary road. Day said her plan to create two new lots of 5.3 and 5.7 acres, leaving a third now occupied by Laloba of 28.7 acres, would result in an average lot size of 13.23 acres, larger than many in the neighboring Whitewood See Laloba, page 2B

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Seller’s name listed first, followed by the buyer ■ TIMMERMAN, CHRISTOPHER R and TIMMERMAN, JANE W to HALL, MATTHEW T and HALL, ROBIN J for CAMPBELL RANCH SUBD F3 LOT 4 - $775,000

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■ KIRBY, MARY MITCHELL to SKI CREEKSIDE LLC for TORIAN PLUM CONDOMINIUMS PHASE II UNIT 713 - $950,000

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■ ELK RIVER PARTNERS LLC to PALUMBO, ROBERT A for MARABOU FILING NO 1 LPSE HOMESTEAD D10 - $2,500,000

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■ DUTY, JOHN M III and DUTY, CHERIE L to DUTY, JOHN M JR and DUTY, FLORENCE for FOX ESTATES FILING NO 1 LOT 18 - $650,000 ■ SIERRA VIEW ESTATES LLC to SHERWOOD, ANGELA R for SIERRA VIEW CONDOMINIUMS UNIT 203 TOGETHER WITH GARAGE SPACE NO 203 - $185,000 ■ STOCKDALE, THOMAS M and STOCKDALE, MARY MARTIN to MILLARD, TODD and CLARK, DENISE for CREEK RANCH LOT 21 - $1,550,000

■ TORMEY, BRUCE C to ALCIBIADES INVESTMENTS PTY LTD for SKI-INN CONDOMINIUMS UNIT 233 - $349,900 ■ HUMPHREY, GENE E JR and KAAZ, WHITNEY J to OTOOLE, KATHLEEN R for PROJECT I & II THS SECOND REPLAT LOT F BLK 11 - $250,000 ■ LMD PROPERTIES LLC to NORDIC EXCAVATING LLC for COPPER RIDGE BUSINESS PARK FILING NO. 4 LOT 2 - $300,000 ■ GARCIA, ROSAMOND C, aka ZARS, ROSAMOND C to PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF COLORADO and PACIFICORP DBA and PACIFICORP ELECTRIC OPERATIONS and SALT RIVER PROJECT AGRICULTURAL IMPROVEMENT AND POWER DISTRICT for SEC 8 T 6N R 87W - $450,000 ■ FOUR SISTERS LAND LLC to COE, JOHN C for SEC 21 T 5N R 84W - $1,197,000 ■ COOK, PAUL and COOK, JENNIFER to EIVINS, SCOTT E and EIVINS, SANDRA L for MOUNTAIN VIEW ESTATES F3 LOT 14 - $1,856,000

■ HAYDEN AIRPORT GARAGES LL to DORAN, CYNTHIA C and DORAN, BRENDAN C for HAYDEN AIRPORT GARAGES FILING NO 2 UNIT D-95 - $24,900

■ POINTS OF COLORADO INC to BURNS, J TIMOTHY and BURNS, TESSA O for STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7402 VACATION PERIOD 09 - $19,000

Total real estate sales: $11,037,800

■ POINTS OF COLORADO INC to GREEN, NEVIN A and GREEN, PENNY J for STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7402 VACATION PERIOD 31 - $15,000

■ POINTS OF COLORADO INC to KNUTSON, JAMES C and KNUTSON, DEBRA K for STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7702 VACATION PERIOD 26 - $29,900 ■ POINTS OF COLORADO INC to HATTNER, JOHN G and HATTNER, CHARLENE D for STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7402 VACATION PERIOD 08 - $28,000 ■ POINTS OF COLORADO INC to PORTERA, SALLY and PORTERA, BRIAN for STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7702 VACATION PERIOD 02 - $36,900 ■ POINTS OF COLORADO INC to LLOMPART-ZENO, JUAN A MD and LLOMPART, GRIMILDA T for STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7702 VACATION PERIOD 28 STEAMBOAT VILLAS CONDO UNIT 7702 VACATION PERIOD 29 - $59,800

■ DESHAZER, KEVIN D to DALE, SETH for GOLDEN KNOLLS F1 LOT 16 - $278,000 ■ GONZALEZ, SERGIO and GONZALEZ, XOCHITL to WARWICK, EDWARD C for AN UNDIVIDED 1/51ST INTEREST IN AND TO: SUITES AT STEAMBOAT CONDO, TIMESHARE UNIT 105A SEASON 1 - $1,500 ■ SMITH, FRANK WALTER and KETCHAM-SMITH, KAREN LEE to COX, MICHAEL for AN UNDIVIDED 1/52ND INTEREST IN AND TO: SKI TIME SQUARE CONDO UNIT 510 USE WEEK WINTER RED #13 - $3,200 Total timeshare sales: $471,300

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“When you think about it, smaller homes on smaller lots are a natural way to keep prices lower,” MacGray said. “And in this case, the distance from Steamboat is a factor.” MacGray has one of the three sales to her credit, and Martyn notched a developer sale with another pending. MacGray’s colleague at Prudential Steamboat, Jim Walters, has made something of a specialty out of Red Hawk. He has sold two, has another closing next week and a fourth due to be consummated in 30 to 45 days. Making it easier to purchase entry level homes this spring, MacGray said, is the fact that the USDA has increased the maximum household income for its 30-year mortgages to $92,000. That’s an income that lets young couples look at homes in the $300,000 range, she said. USDA loans offer the advantages of offering 100 percent financing and no insurance premiums, MacGray said. The current interest rate is 5.25 percent. The buyers of the $280,000 home acquired a never-lived-in three-bedroom, 2.5 bath home. Short sales represent a trend at Red Hawk. Offerings of short sales come about when a property owner alerts his or her lending institution that the owner cannot keep up with the payments, and the bank agrees to sell the property for less than the loan value. The motive is to

avoid the expense of a foreclosure. The property owner faces losing his or her equity but also avoids the other negatives of a foreclosure. Realtor Shelley Stanford, of Colorado Group Realty, recently closed a short sale in Red Hawk. But she said the process requires patient buyers — they must be prepared to wait after their offer is accepted as financial institutions clear a backload of similar sales. In a number of cases, MacGray said, frustrated sellers have seen willing buyers walk away because they no longer care to wait for a short sale to close. Walters said the key to making short sales go smoothly is letting the prospective buyers know at the outset that it will take six to eight weeks to finalize their purchase. “Buyers who are currently renting are ideal,” Walters said. “Especially at Red Hawk, where the homes are new, the wait is worth it.” Some of the recent sales, MacGray said, have been bankowned properties. It’s common for first-time homebuyers who come to her to begin by insisting that they will consider buying only in Steamboat. After they see what $250,000 to $300,000 will buy in Steamboat, they reconsider, she said. When she shows the singlefamily homes in Red Hawk, she also shows clients the new units in Sierra View Condominiums

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Residents in Red Hawk Village enjoy quick access to hiking, mountain biking and Nordic skiing, as well as fishing and boating on Stagecoach Reservoir.

in Oak Creek, where a two-bedroom 1,058 square-foot unit can be had for $189,900. She recently closed a Sierra View sale and has two more under contract. One buyer works in Steam-

boat but has found a colleague who also lives in Oak Creek, and they plan to car-pool to work. Tough economic times can bring neighbors closer together, MacGray said.

Laloba petition seeks to create 3 lots from 1 existing lot Laloba continued from 1B and Lower Beaver Ridge subdivision. In addition, she said she is willing to place an easement on an 11-acre hay meadow on the larger lot to ensure it remains in agricultural use. “We have a beautiful rolling ranch meadow,” Day said. “We’ve agreed to make that agricultural property forever.” The Laloba petition seeks

to create three lots where there now is one. In addition to Day’s home, the largest of the three lots also contains a five-stall horse barn, two-story art studio with living quarters above for boarding students, a kiln in a separate building and a hay barn. Laloba has a 10-year conditional-use permit from the county allowing it to operate the art school. It is valid through April 2012. The application submitted on

behalf of Laloba points out that the nearby Whitewood, Aspen Highlands and Aspen Valley subdivisions comprise more than 50, 5-plus acre lots. The neighbors of Laloba on C.R. 43A are particularly concerned about adding any more traffic on the difficult road. At certain times of year, the neighbors say the creek actually flows down the narrow road. And that’s part of their concern with the Laloba proposal.

“Not only is it narrow, with hairpin turns, blind corners, but it floods out!” neighbors Scott and Lyn Halliday wrote in a March 31 letter to county officials. Other neighbors just don’t want more neighbors. “Those of us who live in this area have chosen to do so to enjoy the peace and quiet and the open space here,” Kay Combs wrote to County Planner Connie Staponski. “We put up with the inconveniences of living out of town because we value the quiet country living we have.” There is precedence for the creation of 5-acre lots in the vicinity. Laloba Ranch is part of a parcel previously known as Pepperland Ranch Subdivision. The county commissioners approved the subdivision and changed the zoning classification to Mountain Resort Estate in fall 1972, allowing lots as small as 5 acres. The approved final plat for Pepperland never was recorded, and the property subsequently was subdivided into large parcels and sold. However, the county never changed the zoning. Day said she and her husband understood when they purchased the land in 1996 that they weren’t guaranteed they had the right to subdivide, but they anticipated that if they met county criteria, it would be approved. To be denied that opportunity, they think, would amount to a taking of property rights. Day and Littell previously applied to the county Aug. 1, 2008, for permission to create eight, 5-acre lots on their land. That proposal drew a recommendation of denial from the Planning Commission, and the application was withdrawn before the county commissioners heard it. Day hopes the current proposal will meet with a recommendation for approval this week. — To reach Tom Ross, call 871-4205 or e-mail tross@steamboatpilot.com

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STEAMBOAT:Stormwatch, fantastic views! Rent this furnished condo with modern kitchen, cable TV, gas fireplace, washer/dryer and high speed internet. No pets, No smoking. $925.00 a month includes utilities, except phone. $500.00 security deposit. 314-409-8310.

STEAMBOAT:BEST DEAL! New top floor 2BD, 2BA condo in a great ski area location. High ceilings, FP, 2 decks, W/D, on bus route, 1 car garage. NP. Only $1495/month - includes heat and cable. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294.

STEAMBOAT:Rockies fully furnished condo, 2BD, 2BA, hot tub, pool, near ski area, NS, NP, Available May 3rd. $1,200 monthly plus electrical. 6 month lease, 970-879-0045 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA furnished Rockies 1st floor. Views! Pool, hot tubs out your door! Mountain, bus route, NS, NP $1500. 304-722-2386 STEAMBOAT: Awesome furnished 2BD, 2BA, short or long term rental at The Pines. $1,250 monthly, weekly rates available. NS, NP 970-846-3875 STEAMBOAT:Timbers 1BD, 1BA, fireplace, NS, pets negotiable, $1,000 includes electric, water, trash. Lease negotiable. 1st, last, dep. 970-819-9222. STEAMBOAT:3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Furnished Condo on Mountain. WD, NP, NS. Steamboat Home Management & Realty 879-1982 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA, Walton Village unfurnished, WD, NS, NP, lease. Water, heat, cable included. $850 month. Available May 1st. Call 970-948-1525 STEAMBOAT:Available May 1- FIRST MONTH FREE! Large, 2 Bed/1 bath condo mountain. NS/NP on bus line $1600. 846-6444

STEAMBOAT:Duplex in old town. Available 5-1. 2.5BD, 1.5BA, NS, pets negotiable, WD, garage. $1175 monthly, utilities included except gas. (970)870-0594 STEAMBOAT:4BD, 2BA upper 1/2 of duplex, on mountain, 1-car garage, bus route, WD, DW, pet OK. 879-5811 STEAMBOAT:OLD TOWN. 3BR, 2.5bath. 2 car garage. Hottub. Nice living space, great neighborhood. Furnished. $2200 + utilities. First, last, security. NS, pet considered. References required. Available June 1. 871-1594. STEAMBOAT:2Bd, 1Ba. Close to Mountain on Bus Route. Lower half of Duplex NS, WD, Pet Ok. $1,100 plus deposit and electric, $500 Rebate at end of lease, available 5/1/09. 970-367-5961 or Cell 909-816-5558. STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, 3357 Apres Ski Way, WD. Walking distance to Gondola. NP, $1100 monthly + deposit & utilities. 970-846-9589

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STEAMBOAT:Oversized 2BD, 2BA Rockies condo, fully-furnished, fully-equipped kitchen, newly rennovated swimming pool, hot tub. Gas fireplace, NP, $1,300. Free internet and cable. 1-800-733-7060

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STEAMBOAT:Condo Rental: 4Bdrm, 4Bath, fully furnished. Outside deck, WD, garage, fireplace. Complex has pool and hot tubs. Across the street from gondola. NP, NS in unit. $2,100.00 month. Call Megan 720-335-6562 or e-mail megangillick@gmail.com STEAMBOAT: Excellent 2BD, 2BA unit @ Mustang Run on the mountain, fully furnished, NP, NS $1250 month tenant pays electric. Call 879-8814 ask Mix STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA partially Furnished, Internet, Cable Included, bus-route, WD, Hot-Tub, mountain. NS, NP $1200 1st, Last, Security. 970-871-7921 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Remodeled, top corner unit, mountain views. Fireplace, wood floors, WD, hot tub & pool, NS, NP. $1150 monthly (970)736-1204

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STEAMBOAT:Very comfortable furnished condo with deck, 2BD, 2BA, awesome views. $1400 negotiable. Includes cable, internet, water & trash. 970-846-5323 STEAMBOAT:Sunray 2BD, 2BA furnished on bus line, vaulted ceiling, WD, 2-car heated garage. Includes heat & water. Call mike 846-8692 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, Adult professionals preferred, $1,400.00, discount available, 5 month lease or Short Term rental with garage. Call Candice 970-870-0497 STEAMBOAT:Affordable rentals.1, 2, 3 bedroom condominiums available on the mountain. Some with garages. NP, NS. Starting at $900. Lisa 970-879-5100

The Grand Junction Housing Authority will be accepting applications for the Moffat County Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly known as Section 8) waiting list. The waiting list will be open from April 1, 2009 through April 30, 2009. Applications can be picked up and turned in at the Department of Social Services, 595 Breeze Street, Craig, Colorado. Contact Roberta McQuay toll free at 1-866-883-9968 if you have questions or need an application sent to you.

STEAMBOAT: Condo on mountain. 2BD, 1BA. Cute, clean, great karma! (970) 846-2631

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STEAMBOAT:WALTON VILLAGE 1BD, 1BA LOWER CORNER UNIT, WD, NP, NS, HOT TUB, POOL, TENNIS COURTS. FIRST, LAST, DEPOSIT $825 879-7746 STEAMBOAT: Large, 2BD, 2BA + loft, one car garage, NS, NP, WD, DW, on mountain. Cable, water, trash included. 846-4037 STEAMBOAT:Spring Meadows Condo Available May 1st. 2BD, 1BA, unfurnished, close to mountain. $1100 monthly plus S.D. NS, NP. By appointment (970)879-2373 STEAMBOAT:3bd, 3ba on mountain; prefer 6 months, open to 3-12. Top floor, beautiful remodel, utilities incl., NP, NS $2100, call Marti 303-798-9531. OAK CREEK:2BD, 2BA, 1 car garage. Brand new condominium in Oak Creek for rent. Pets allowed. $1,500 monthly 970-846-3597

STEAMBOAT: ON MOUNTAIN. 2bd, 2ba condo at Timber Run, completely furnished, pool, hot tub, sauna, wd in unit, stunning remodel just completed. Available NOW, $1,500 month see www.steamboat319.com or 608-347-6208

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STEAMBOAT:Live on the river & walk to town. 2BD, 2BA, 1300sqft, new construction. Extraordinary views of the mountain. River outside your door, large deck. $1550 includes cable trash & grounds maintenance. Available immediately. (970)846-1760

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA very small condo on mountain, furnished, NS, NP. $750 month Susan 870-8282 or Lee 846-0695

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STEAMBOAT:4BD, 1/2 Duplex between town & mountain. Heated garage & drive, hot tub & 4 decks. Wow! $2400/monthly. Call Greg Forney 970-870-1020

STEAMBOAT:B=Dup, 3BD, 2BA, Riverside, fenced yard, quiet, storage D/W, W/D, NS, NP, bus. June 1st. $1,500/mo. 1st, Last, Security. References. Possible Sale or Rent2Own. 970-276-9151 STEAMBOAT:GREAT LOCATION! Newer 2BD, 2BA with great views and light. Some furniture. NS, NP, Garage, WD. $1500 Available Now! (970)879-5198 STEAMBOAT:PETS WELCOME - 4BD, 4BA Majestic Valley unit with 2 car heated garage, gas fireplace, radiant heat. NS, unfurnished. $2350 month + utilities. First, Deposit. Call Ryan (970)819-2742

STEAMBOAT: NEW 3BR, 2.5BA, 2-CAR HEATED GARAGE. MOUNTAIN VIEW, SNOW REMOVAL. 328 PARKVIEW DRIVE, NS, PETS NEGOTIABLE. $2400/MONTH, REDUCED. 970-819-1890

CLARK: Steamboat Lake. Beautiful log home for rent. Furnished, 5 BR, 3BA. $2,000 mo plus tenant paid utilities. Call for pics and details. (303)698-9279

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STEAMBOAT:Quiet Steamboat Blvd. home, unfurnished, 3 + bedrooms, 2.5 baths, views, den, fireplace. No smoking, Responsible pet owners welcome. $2,500 month. 970-819-2200 YAMPA:Newer home, 3BD, 2BA, laundry room. First, last, security. $900 monthly. Available June 1st. 638-4618 STEAMBOAT:Walk into town from this quiet family neighborhood. 3BD, 2BA, garage. WD, NS, pet? $2,000 month. Call 846-8838 STAGECOACH:Beautiful home for rent on Thorpe mountain. 4BD, 3BA, garage, hot tub, NS, NP. On 17 acres, just minutes from Stagecoach reservoir. Asking $2100 monthly. 281-798-4005. STEAMBOAT:House On The Mountain - 3BD, 2BA, garage, on bus route and Core Trail. Fenced yard, pets negotiable, furnished or unfurnished. Short or long term lease. $2100 + utilities. Available May 1st. Call (970)819-2879

STEAMBOAT:4BD, 3BA, Fully furnished, NS, No cats, small dog considered. Single, double occupancy! $1,800 utilities. Mature applicants please call (818)720-1134

STEAMBOAT: Cabin for rent, 18 miles Northwest of Steamboat Springs. WD, Pets okay. $800/monthly plus utilities. Available May 1st. (970)870-3476

STEAMBOAT:Whistler Townhome 2BD, 1 1/2 bath pool jacuzzi $1100 month includes cable. First, last, deposit. Available 5/1/09. Contact Alex 727-249-6944

STEAMBOAT:2BD, Shared bath available in 4BD, 3BA, Duplex. Internet, HDTV, WD, Storage, NS, NP, $600, split of utilities, deposit, 970-846-6034

YAMPA:3 bdrm, large yard, 2 out buildings plus shop, NS, pet negotiable. $1000 monthly, first, last, security. 970-819-2683

STEAMBOAT ll: Large yard 3BD, 2BA, NS, pets negotiable $1800 month. First, last, deposit. Available May 1st. (970) 846-8327

STEAMBOAT:$2,400 monthly, 4BD, 4BA FURNISHED Townhome between Mtn & town on bus route. Views, 1 car garage, W/D. (303)815-0535

STEAMBOAT:New home in Tree Haus. Stunning views, 3BD, 3BA, fully furnished, 2 fireplaces, 6 big screen TV’s, NS, NP. $2700 monthly 970-846-5551

STEAMBOAT:4 + bedroom old town home, big fenced yard, pets okay. Furnished, $3,000 includes utilities. Flexible terms, call for appointment. (970)871-6898

STEAMBOAT:QuailRun - 3BR’s, 3-1/2Baths. Furnished, hottub. Bus route. No pets. $2300 monthly plus electric. Rent includes heat, water, cable-internet. (970)879-8161

STEAMBOAT:Room for rent walk to mountain, clean, furnished, WD, NP, NS, great deck. Near hospital. $575 + deposit. References 970-846-0323

STEAMBOAT:On the mountain, bus-route, close to park, great neighborhood. 4BD, 2BA, 2-car garage, WD, NS. $2,200 month plus utilities. 970- 846-1984

STEAMBOAT:Portia Mansfields original log cabin with great view in Strawberry Park. $1200 includes all utilities and deep well water. 879-0809

STEAMBOAT:Ultra-luxe 3-level, 4BD, 4.5BA, 2 car garage, fully furnished (luxe), NS, No cats, Dogs negotiable. Walking distance to gondola. 6-mo/1-yr. $2,950/mo. (303)204-1202

STEAMBOAT:Old town 2-3 bdrm home, 3 blks from Lincoln, new bath, laundry, and DW, ideal for couple, pets okay, 1st & security $1500 monthly plus utilities. Call (970)871-1130

STEAMBOAT:Private ski area home located on Val D’Isere. 2BD, 1BA. Deck, Garage, FP, Dog Neg. $1400/month. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294.

STEAMBOAT: 3bed, 3bath Walton Village Townhome for rent. Sunny, corner unit with valley views. Fully furnished. $1600/month. NS, NP 970.846.9449

STEAMBOAT:Nice 3 BEDROOM HOUSE available May 1st. W/D, D/W. Views. On bus route & walking distance of downtown. $1875/mo. 970-846-7358.

HAYDEN: 3BD, 2BA, 1 car garage, $1,100 monthly First, Last, Deposit- NS, NP, 970-871-1973 after 6PM.

STAGECOACH:3BD, 2BA, 1400sf townhome in Stagecoach. Furnished end unit. $1300 monthly. 846-5086

STEAMBOAT: 4BR, 3.5BA, 2 car garage, 3000 sq.ft home on Hunters Drive. Hot Tub, Rec Room, furnished, pets negotiable. NS. $2850 per month + utilities. 846-8327.

STEAMBOAT:4bd, 2ba house in Old Town. Great location. Semi furnished. Walking distance to Main St. Washer/dryer. Year Lease. NS, PETS ALLOWED. Fenced back yard. Available May 1st. $2300 + utilities 970.819.0854

STEAMBOAT:New luxury 4BD, 4BA large 2 car garage on bus route. NS, NP, $2500 unfurnished or $2800 furnished per month. Chuck 879-2871

YAMPA:Cute 2Bed, 1Bath home, Huge yard, beautifully remodeled kitchen, NP, NS, WD. $1000 month. First, last, security. 970-846-6891 or 970-846-3763

STEAMBOAT:Old Town, 3BD, 1 3/4BA, WD, gas, near schools & bus, NS, NP. Treed yard & decks. First, last, $1000 deposit. $1550 monthly. 970-879-3233

STEAMBOAT:4bd, 3.5ba, carport, partially furnished. Located approx. 6 miles North of Steamboat. NS, $1800/month. Damage and pet deposit. Lease negotiable. (303)673-0727.

STEAMBOAT:Fairview - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Unfurnished. Close to downtown and college. $1700 monthly plus utilities. NP (970)879-8161

CRAIG: $1,000 monthly plus utilities. 1st, Last, 3BD, 1BA with garage. 551 Rose St, Craig. Available for viewing April 24th. 805-267-6325 STEAMBOAT:4bdr 2ba $489 monthly! Foreclosure! Stop Renting! 5% dw, 30 yrs @ 8% apr! For Listings Call 800-576-6921 xB030 YAMPA: 2BD, 1BA with garage, large fenced yard. NS, pet negotiable. $850 monthly, first, last, security. Available May 1st. (970)846-4596

OAK CREEK:2BR, 1BA house for rent. New remodel and sunny. $1,000 month includes water, sewer, trash and electric. Call 970-846-3824

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STEAMBOAT:Fishcreek Falls, 3bd, 2.5ba Duplex, walk to downtown, fenced yard, deck, hottub, new carpet, furnished, WD, NS, NP, $2,000+utilities. 307-360-8769

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CLARK:Horse Property for rent. Newer home, 3BD, 2BA, partially furnished, hot tub, W/D, pasture, 3 stall barn, dog kennel, NS. Views, recreation! $2250 month or $1850 month contingent on certain conditions. 970-846-5574.

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OAK CREEK:3BD, 2BA with mudroom, nice deck, two sheds, and fenced yard. Pets OK. $900.00 per month (includes: space rent, water, sewer and trash) will sell for $28,000.00. Please call 846-3057. STEAMBOAT:2BED, 1BATH, Oversized garage; fits 2 cars. long-term lease. Newly remodeled, painted, excellent condition. NP, $975 per month, includes water and trash. (970)846-0588

STEAMBOAT:3BR, 3BA on mtn, bus route, WD, cable, pool, tennis & hot tub. Avail 5/1 $1,600 + utilities. 846-6853

STEAMBOAT: Beautiful Log Home 9 miles from town. 5BD, 5.5BA Studio, 3 car garage, Great views! $3,500 monthly. (970) 879-1982

STEAMBOAT:Brand new 3 bdrm 2.5 bth 2-car heated garage, between town and mountain, $2050 per month plus utilities, pets negotiable. 970-846-3480

STEAMBOAT: 4br, 3.5ba 2 car garage On the mtn. near park and bus. Very clean home. Large landscaped yard, quiet neighborhood. NS, W/D Pets Negotiable. Unfurnished. Available May 1st $2500 + utilities 846-2994

STEAMBOAT:Luxury Duplex, incredible views, 3 BD, 2.5 BA, leasing now with flexible terms, high end furnishings included, $2,700 month, 2 car garage, no smoking (303)904-2377

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 3BA Unfurnished, open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, hot tub, double garage & fenced, NS, Pet? $1,800 month. Call 970-846-2880

STEAMBOAT:Enclave - 3 bedrooms. Furnished. On mountain and bus route. Two car garage. $1975 monthly plus utilities. NP Lease. (970)879-8161

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA newer-home. 2 car garage, spacious kitchen, FP, WD. Mountain, bus route, landscaped, Jacuzzi tub. $2200 month. 970-846-5004, 870-6410

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Whistler- Nice unit fully furnished except beds. $1200 monthly. Month-month ok. 303-638-0956

Steamboat:Old Town Gem. 2BR, 2BA, WD, Utilities Included. Pets Negotiable, NS, NP, $1700 monthly. Available June 1st. 970-846-9994

STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1.5BA Whistler Townhome. WD, deck, pool, hot tub, NS, NP. $1300 month includes most utilities. 1st, last, security. 846-2451.

STEAMBOAT:Old Town Home, 3BD, 2BA, Gas fireplace, W/D, NS, Pets OK, One yr. lease, 1st and security. Available now. $1800.00 per month, 846-4705

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HAYDEN:2BD, 1BA mobile home in Hayden. $675 month + utilities. 1st, deposit. Available immediately. Purchase option available. 846-3957 STEAMBOAT: Unfurnished 1 bedroom 1 bath Mobile Home located in Dream Island MHC, $875 monthly, $900 deposit, Call (970) 879-0261

STEAMBOAT:1-4 bedroom homes/condos. Downtown, Walton Village, Walton Creek Also others $700 - $2000 per month. Available now or soon 970.879.8171 www.AxisWestRealty.com ��

STEAMBOAT:Single family home on ski mountain, 3BD + apartment, location, views, flat lot, 2 car garage, ski-in/out. Call for details (970)819-1540

CLARK: 4BD, 2BA, 2 car heated garage, heated shed. On Seedhouse Rd in Clark. NS $2,000 monthly 303-688-0405

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HAYDEN:Bright, 1150sqft 2bdrm, 2bath near airport with 1150sqft heated garage, storage or commercial space. Available May 20th. $1400 monthly. 846-4296 STEAMBOAT:DOWNTOWN. Large 3BD, 3BA. 2 living areas. Private decks and insane views on a private drive. NS, NP. $1900 monthly. Available May 1st. Call Tim (970)846-7873 STEAMBOAT:Furnished Herbage Townhome, 3bd, 3ba. On mountain on bus route. $2100 monthly includes heat, water, cable. NS, NP. Available 6-1. 303-525-9102

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STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA, nice, clean, 2300 sf, fully furnished or unfurnished, private town setting, aspens, great mountain views. $1900 monthly 970-819-7684

PHIPPSBURG: 1BD, 1BA, fully furnished log house. Woodstove, 10’x10’ storage shed. WD. All utilities included. Absolutely NP, NS. $1000 monthly + deposit. (970)736-8523

STEAMBOAT: Beautiful 4BD, 3.5BA, 1 car garage, between mountain and town, bus route, WD, NS, NP. $2100 monthly. 846-6423.

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STEAMBOAT:Fantastic rental at Mountain Vista Circle 2BD, 2BA, 2 car garage huge views, on bus route, lease. Available May 1st. Cable, trash, water, included. $1400 415-722-0752 HAYDEN:2 BD/1.5 BA townhome with new upgrades, 1 car garage, W/D hookups, near open space, decks. NP. Negotiable Lease. $775/month. Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. STEAMBOAT:For Rent or FSBO OWC, 3 bd, 2 ba, 1 car townhome. Between town and mountain. $1650. 970-291-9025 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 3BA, fully furnished, 4-7 month lease. $1700 monthly. Security, reference, NS, NP. 970-819-9316

STEAMBOAT:Sundance Creek, 1BD, garage, storage, cable, WD, hottub, on the bus route, 1st, Last, Deposit. Call for pricing. 970-846-9319 STEAMBOAT:Enjoy country living on small ranch about 10 minutes West of Steamboat, on Trout Creek. One room available $600 monthly. 879-3699 STEAMBOAT: Furnished room available with private BA in 4BD, 5.5BA Custom home in Aspens! $600 monthly. HOTTUB, WIFI, WD, DW, NS, 10mi East of downtown Steamboat. 970-819-9725 STEAMBOAT:1 room available in 2BD condo between town and Mountain. Quite, mature, responsible person preferred. Month-month. NS, NP. $500/month. 819.0405 STEAMBOAT:Furnished room for rent at Fish Creek Falls Condos. N/S, N/P $650 a month includes utilities. 970-846-3737 Downtown 7th Street location. Master Suite fabulous home. $1,000 monthly, Includes utilities, cable, NS, NP. 875-0700. Short stay available -No lease.

STEAMBOAT:11 miles SW. Sunny bedroom with porch, older farm house. Shared home, modest rent exchange for minimal chores. NS,NP,ND. (970)879-5640

STEAMBOAT:First month free. Professional suites and individual offices available at 1205 Hilltop Pkwy from $600. Lofted ceilings, AC, security, plenty of parking, great views from every office. Call Jules 879-5242 HAYDEN: 3100 sq ft warehouse with office and full bath/shower – 2 12 foot truck doors and man doors on either side. Could divide. New, landscaped and ready to lease @ $10.80 per foot. Valley View Industrial Park, a great midpoint location between Craig and Steamboat. Call Dutch (970) 846-1676. STEAMBOAT:Executive Office Suites Available at the Historic Old Pilot Building Great downtown location with full amenities: Phone System, Wireless Internet, Cable TV, Conference Room, and Kitchen. Contact Rhianna at (970)875-0999 STEAMBOAT:Warehouse: Live or Work 2,000 sq.ft. 3 phase power, fire alarm, sprinkler, large swing and overhead doors, internet, passive solar. Tenant finish, built to suite. This is an excellent property with great neighbors. 970-879-6667 STEAMBOAT:New Riverfront commercial unit & Below Market Rent. 1400sf with two large internet ready offices with windows & warehse, garage, storage, receiving bay, good signage, parking, kitchen, bathroom, riverside patio, near bikepath. 970-846-3289 or 970-875-0845 or kath@evodesign.biz

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STEAMBOAT:Office Suites Available for Immediate Occupancy. Conference room accessible. Long/short term available. Starting at $400 per month. All inclusive Call Bruce 846-0262 STEAMBOAT: 800sqft Warehouse #3, Yampa Valley Business Park. $825 monthly. Call Tom at 879-1708 STEAMBOAT:WAREHOUSE SPACES AVAILABLE. AFFORDABLE RENTS IN TOUGH ECONOMY. $7.50 SF - NNN FOR MORE DETAILS. CALL TRAVIS AT 879-6831 STEAMBOAT:Exceptional Downtown Locations! Office spaces ranging from 175 to 325 SF. 1st and 2nd floor units. COMPETITIVE & NEGOTIABLE LEASE RATES! Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. STEAMBOAT:RIVERSIDE PLACE AGGRESSIVELY PRICED STARTING AT $10 FT. Several square foot age options available for retail, office, restaurant space. Jim Hansen (970)846-4109 Thaine Mahanna (970)846-5336 Old Town Realty STEAMBOAT: 427 Oak St. Available Immediately, 1850 Sq Ft. For further info Call Janet 879-0642 or 846-6962

STEAMBOAT:Furnished room, private bath, wifi, cable, W/D. Quiet mountain complex on bus route. $700 includes utilities. Deposit, NS, NP. 819-0404

STEAMBOAT: Bright, sunny office spaces with great signage at the Copper Clock Building along Elk River Road. 284SF and 470SF. ONLY $350 and $550 mo! Call Central Park Management at 879-3294. STEAMBOAT:Gain equity while renting. Lease option to buy. Build to suit in as little as 45 days. Adequate parking. Central location. 879-9133

STEAMBOAT:Rooms for rent in beautiful 4BD Townhome, NS, NP, furnished. $650 monthly per room includes all utilities & internet. (970)846-6423 STEAMBOAT:1BD, private bath, separate entrance, storage space, WD, NS, NP, on MT, bus route. Available May 1st, $600 no utilities, 846-3331, furnished 3BD townhouse to share with one person. STEAMBOAT:Furnished Bedrooms-Private Bath, great views/neighborhood in NEW 3BR/2.5BA Townhome! Hardwood, tile, DW/WD, Internet/WiFi, utilities included. $750/$850. Available 5-1/6-1! 6-12/month. 970-846-0440

STEAMBOAT:2 rooms available in 3BD, 2BA new townhome. Available now! WD, cable, wifi, $650 per room includes utilities. Travis 970-846-6799 STEAMBOAT: 1 bedroom for rent in brand new Ranch house on 15 acres, WD. $700 monthly. 970-331-4576 STEAMBOAT:Mature Christian wants NS roommate, split furnished 2BD, 2BA. Cable, WD, Storage, bus, mountain. Utilities included No lease $675 846-3740

RETAIL - Howelsen Place Center of Downtown 1,200 - 3,500 SF Food Service and Boutique Retail, Flexible Terms. OFFICE - Prestigious location center of Downtown 700 - 1400 SF Tons of light, Howelsen Place Call Jon Sanders 970.870.0552 STEAMBOAT: Rent all or Part of A+ Professional Office Building. Features: Reception, conference, windows & kitchen. MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839 STEAMBOAT:Steamboat:Premium “A” quality commercial space with easy access for lease with option to buy. Free buy vs lease analysis. 879-9133 STEAMBOAT:Pentagon West: Large garage bay with office. Community kitchen, conference room, high-speed internet, dog friendly. Available 5/1/09 970-846-4267, 970-871-9101 ext.10

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STAGECOACH:Looking for roommate NS, NP but must be dog friendly. $450 month Includes everything. Available May 1st. (970)846-1726.

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Priced way under recent appraisal of $270,000! Granite slab countertops, stainless appliances, cherry cabinets. Move-in ready. (970)846-5803. sue@oldtownrealty.com

Dreamboat Cafe located @ OTHS. Is for sale great seasonal business. Some owners financing possible. 970-691-0251

BE YOUR OWN BOSS! Own this money making business: Classic Home Consignments! Small investment for a larger return. Serious Only! $35,000 OBO 824-7500 702-349-8546

Walton Village Condo Offered at $199,500 #123649 One of the best condominiums on the market. This is a very rare offering as the Omicron building is the only building at Walton Village Condos that allows nightly rentals. This is a one bedroom, two full bath corner unit priced to sell. Enjoy all the amenities that this complex has to offer such as a swimming pool, hot tubs, tennis court and is conveniently located on the bus line. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com PRICE REDUCED! Prudential Steamboat Realty

Domino’s Pizza local franchisee. $220,000 OBO. Financing available. Partnerships a possibility. Call Todd at 970-846-4038

FSBO DEAL: Upper Walton Village 1BD. $170,000 Call 819-6209

Copper Ridge Business Park. Offered at $379,000. #123218. Your next address for your home and business. Beautiful living area has slab granite countertops, warm and inviting hickory flooring throughout and solid oak doors, cabinets and trim. Travertine tile graces the main bath and entrance. Low association dues. Large warehouse is both ready for your offices and garage spaces. Call Suellyn Godino at (970)846-9967 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Office, Warehouse - Copper Ridge Business Park 1500 + sq. ft. West facing, high ceilings, great location. (970) 870-1472 STEAMBOAT:It makes sense and money to own your commercial space. Choose between 850sf to 6000sf for your custom business setting. 879-9133 CONSIDER: 2660 s.f. A+ building. Lots of light and parking. Rent possible. For price: MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839 THE VICTORIA 10th & Lincoln RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE Hal Unruh Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-875-2413

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Own, Don’t Rent! Offered at $215,000. #125028 Own! Don’t rent! Very cute, top floor, corner unit with lots of light over looking the green space with views of the ski area. Bedroom has windows on two sides, one bath, washer/dryer, wood stove, new appliances and kitchen. Nice beams and T & G ceilings. Easy access to parking area, free bus and the recreational amenities. Nice upgrades and quality finishes. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty Ski Inn Condo. Offered at $425,000. #124058 Great location, ski in ski out on the mountain. Remodeled larger two bedroom unit. Bldg 1 has larger bedrooms and extra owners closets. Lower level unit gives you easy access. Views of the gondola, Emerald Mountain from the deck and living room. Beautiful fireplace in the living room. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT:It’s time. One commercial suite left offering road frontage visibility. Easy access and parking in front. 2870sf can be split. 879-9133

Just listed! Walton Creek, 2BD, 2BA, 1020 sqft, GREAT PRICE! $249,000. Owner financing possibilities! RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT Roy Powell 846-1661

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STEAMBOAT:Commercial for SALE: 2800 sf Warehouse on 1 acre fenced Industrial Yard in Elk River Business Park includes office, bath, two overhead truck doors and 2 man doors, Concrete truck pad in front. Most of lot buildable for more warehouse/commercial structures. $1,195,000.00. Call Dutch Elting at (970)879-8100 Prudential Steamboat Realty.

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Quality Plus Opportunity! Offered at $255,000. #124329. Great 3 bed, 2 bath, energy efficient, 1250 sq ft duplex with fenced yard and sun porch. Like new condition with wonderful finishes, radiant floor heat, hickory floors and much more. Possible USDA loan available to qualified buyer. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty Lease Option to Buy! 3 bedroom /2 bath home with garage in Hayden. $279,900. Call for terms. Call Cheryl at Prudential. 970-846-6444

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Great Location Offered at $835,000 #124046 Great location with easy access to public schools, Spring Creek Trail, and downtown area. Sitting on two city lots this 3 bed, 2 bath home is loaded with potential. A feeling of privacy, views of the Ski area, great fenced back yard with water feature plus mature trees with landscaping and large deck for entertaining or enjoying morning coffee. 2 car garage and storage shed. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty The Living is Good!! Offered at $315,000 #s 124615 & 124497 Priced for a short sale! Great views of the Stagecoach reservoir. 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 100% frame construction, attached two car garage, alder cabinets, granite tile countertops, hardwood floors, solid knotty pine doors and trim, slate entryway, spacious vaulted ceilings and master suite with his/her vanities and walk-in closet. 8 x 20 deck, common area park, near fishing and boating, skiing and hiking. #124615 $315,000. Also ask about #124497. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty Monarch Ridge Offered at $1,093,000 #124936 Overlooking the Yampa River Valley, this stunning home has 360-degree panoramic views of the Steamboat Ski Area, Continental Divide and Yampa River. Solitude and privacy await you at this 43.5 acre homestead just 15 miles west of Steamboat Springs. Custom built with 3 bedrooms and immaculate, top-end finishes throughout. Italian porcelain tiled floors, solid hickory doors & trim and hand-textured walls & ceilings. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 4 1 6 o r ( 9 7 0 ) 8 4 6 - 8 1 0 0 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

HUGE Price Reduction on Apres Ski! Offered at $749,500 #122413 After a drastic price reduction, this is now priced $95,500 under the 2007 sales price! Time is of the essence, so make your offer today. Excellent redevelopment opportunity. Location and convenience near the mountain sets this location apart from others. Views of the ski mountain and south valley are outstanding. Existing duplex brings in great rental income. Preliminary plans for construction of a new duplex are included. Call Angela Ashby at (970)819-4897 www.YourSteamboatHome.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Short Sale, 4BD House, Gar $225,000 Remodel, 2BD, Ski base $257,000 SingFam, 2+BD, Insp. Cmplt, $215,000 Liquidation, 2 BD, Garage, $195,000 Less Than Rent, 2 BD, Stgch, $199,000 Never Lived In,3+ BD,Bsment $329,900 BEST BUYS IN STEAMBOAT Only $149,000 - 4 BD w/ 2 Car Garage Lowest priced 2 BD w/ garage $339,900 Low dues 3 BD, Gar, pets ok, $409,000 Deal on 2 BD, Mtn, Garage, $400,000 Steal- 4+BD, Gar,Mtn Views $599,000 NEW Stmbt Home, 14.9 acres, $625,000 On Core Trail, 3 BD, 2 Gar, $735,000 STMBT BLVD, 3+ BD, Gar,$848,000 Best Views - 35 Acres, 4+ BD $850,000 41+ acres, pond views, $237,777 Walk Everywhere, 3BD+Loft, $649,000 FOR VIRTUAL OR BEST BUY TOURS VISIT WWW.SteamboatBestBuys.com Lisa Olson/Beth Bishop Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-846-0713/970-846-7523

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FSBO 2BD, 1.5BA House. Remodeled, 2 storage sheds, fenced front yard, great condition! 377 Steele St, Craig. Asking $110,000 970-629-9504

Foreclosure! 4bdr 2ba $32,500! Bank Foreclosures! Must Sell! For Listings Call 800-576-6921 xR406

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EXCEPTIONAL VALUE! Country home includes 1BD, 1BA accessory apartment. Main home is a 4BD, 3BA + family room on 1.7 + acres. Extra storage in 2 car garage. A lot Sq. Ft. at $540,000 Call Roy Powell REMAX Steamboat 846-1661 Paonia Retirement - Clark Homestead offers energy conscious homes for elegant living, two bedroom units, with oversized garage. www.clarkhomesteadpaonia.com NEW HOME Energy Efficient 3bdrm/2bath, 2 car garage. Good time to buy with a price to sell! 275 Bilsing St. Craig 970-629-5427

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Magnificent Silver Spur 4BD, 3.5BA home. Offered at $775,000 Call Roy Powell at RE/MAX STEAMBOAT (970) 846-1661 OWNER FINANCING! Large private .79 acre lot. 2BD, 1BA home. Unique opportunity. Fairview neighborhood. VIEWS! $470,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661

OAK CREEK: RENT TO OWN! Willow Hill MH Park, Oak Creek! Remodeled 1400 sqft., 4 Bedroom doublewide - $950 month. 875-0700. Beautiful fenced yard! DIRT CHEAP! Giving It Away! FSBO:2BD, 1BA woodstove $13,500 OBO. Partial Trade? 970-669-7751

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Dream Island 3BD, 1BA, completely remodeled, new cabinets, appliances, carpet, storm windows, roof, wood trim. 100% financing to qualified buyers. $37,500 Don Kotowski Rocky Mountain Real estate 846-8081 or 846-7522

Price Reduced! New home, 2BA, 3BD, 2 Car garage on large lot! Gain instant equity! 980 E 9th, Craig. 970-629-5427

2BR, 1BA with plenty of parking & numerous storage sheds for all your toys! Truly affordable living in Milner. $40,000. Joyce Hartless 291-9289. Colorado Group Realty.

Overlook Drive Oasis Offered at $2,175,000, #122522 This 4 bedroom / 4 ½ bath home has panoramic views from the valley to downtown. The house overlooks the Rollingstone Golf Course (formerly the Sheraton) and comes with a transferable golf membership. Easy living with a main floor master and his & her walk in closets. Eat-in country kitchen has a sitting area and fireplace. Three bedrooms on the lower level have access to a covered deck and large family room with wet bar. Great storage, 1000+ square feet of unfinished space, fenced in dog yard, water features, and a spacious office with a private bath complete this special home. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Luxury Home in the Sanctuary Offered at $3,979,000, #122392 This home overlooks the Sheraton Golf Course with amazing views of the mountain and valley. This 5 bedroom/ 7 bath including a 1 bed caretakers unit home & backs up to 38 acres of green space.The master suite has a private deck, fireplace and oversized his and her closets. A gourmet kitchen, covered deck and media room top off this amazing home. Call for an appointment. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

FSBO 35 +/- acres. 2700 sq ft, 5BD, 3BA, oversized 2 car garage. Oak Creek runs through property. 17 miles South of Steamboat. Abundant Elk & Deer. No covenants. Brokers welcome. $589,000 (970)846-1558

4 + bedroom old town home, big fenced yard, & furnished. $790,000 Call for appointment. (970)871-6898

Amazing Steamboat Starter Home! Offered at $429,500. #124053. Perfect starter home in Steamboat II with fantastic views of the mountain on a large corner maturely landscaped lot. This home is in almost perfect condition and has been fully upgraded. The kitchen is complete with gorgeous granite countertops, new appliances, huge pantry and brand new front loading washer and dryer. Throughout the home vaulted tongue and groove ceilings soar throughout every well designed spacious room. The backyard is zero scaped for maximum water efficiency and the front is complete with a natural blooming herb garden and gorgeous poppies! This home is a MUST see! Call The Hibbard Team at (970)846-8247 or (970)846-8536 www.steamboatliving.com Prudential Steamboat Realty FSBO:Own a piece of Routt County History. Updated 1730sqft 4BD, 2.5BA home on .3acres. 15 miles South of Steamboat on Highway 131. $240,000 846-8630 or 846-1558

Old Town Victorian Offered at $895,000 #124998 This charming Victorian style home sits in the heart of downtown in what could be the cutest row of homes in all of Steamboat. Walk to schools, the library, bike path, Howelsen Hill or a myriad of other activities from this premier Old Town location. With 4 bedrooms plus an office and a renovated attic for additional space, the layout makes this home very livable and fun for entertaining. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

$445,000 Downtown! Includes accessory apartment + 2BD, 2BA home. Owner/Broker Call Roy Powell RE/MAX STEAMBOAT (970)846-1661

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Have interest in purchasing a property within Steamboat city limits. Wiling to consider all properties up to $375,000. Please call 303-903-8772

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Awesome Business Opportunity Spruce Up! Hair Salon For Sale. Long lease included. 701 Oak Street Steamboat Springs. Gigi Walker 879-1722

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Successful year round guest ranch business for lease or option to buy. Owner financing may be available. Great growth potential! Call 970-879-6220

Pines Condo Offered at $299,000 #124394 This unit has just undergone an extensive remodel including new slate tile, hardwood floors, paint, appliances and countertops. This unit is sunny and bright with a delightful patio opening up to the grassy courtyard. The Pines complex offers extremely low dues and is ideally located near shopping. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 PRICE REDUCED!

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LOG HOME SALE -1300 sq ft, complete dry-in package for $55,900.00. Save $3,000.00. 719-686-0404 or www.highcountryloghomes.NET . Many models available.

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Views, Views, Views! Offered at $3,595,000, #122380 Possibly the best views of the mountain can be seen from this 5 bedroom/ 7 bath home. The master suite is on the main level with its own office and walk out to a private hot tub. A large family room, wine cellar, great storage and incredible craftsmanship can be found in this luxury home. Call for an appointment. Completion in August of ‘08. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Extraordinary Cabin in the Woods Offered at $779,000 Embrace the timeless style of this 4 bedroom/3.5 bath custom timber-frame residence defining elegant Colorado rustic with its massive Douglass-fir timbers throughout the interior. You can see and feel the passion of the old-world craftsmanship only seen in multi-million dollar homes. Surround yourself in the aspens and pines on a .67 acre lot adjacent to a greenbelt with access to BLM ensuring privacy and unlimited activities. Call Suellyn Godino at (970)846-9967 Prudential Steamboat Realty

STEAMBOAT:OWN YOUR HOME IN STEAMBOAT FOR ABOUT $1000 MONTHLY. 2BD + 1BD, 1BA mobile home in Fish Creek. Completely remodeled. $53,000. 970-402-0581, 970-581-9197 Sleepy Bear 3BD, 1.5BA, WD, refrigerator, great shape. $44,000 Call 879-3721 The only Brand New all custom designed Mobile Home on the Market. Bring all offers. Realtors Welcome! Craig $59,000 970-620-4798

STEAMBOAT:2BR, 1BA Riverside Duplex unit, New roof, carpet, paint. Nice yard, No HOA This home qualifies for a USDA Rural Direct Loan with possible interest rate to 1%. $265,000. (970)879-2025

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STEAMBOAT: Need more office space?? Hilltop Document Storage is the perfect solution for storing sensitive and confidential documents. Call (970)879-5242

Exquisite Mountain Convenience. Offered at $795,000. #124035. This 4-Diamond rated, fully furnished condominium at Canyon Creek is just 200 yards from the mountain base. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with a warm living room, gas fireplace, leather seating, recessed ceiling with accent lighting and walkout deck. This unit has newly tiled floors, new carpet, granite countertops, new window treatments and new furnishings. Granite counters and double sinks in every bathroom, underground parking, outdoor pool, hot tubs, fitness center & more. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com PRICE REDUCED!

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New Price on this Fabulous Home w/Caretaker unit Offered at $849,000 #124387 “This home sits on a large lot in one of Fishcreek Falls finest subdivisions, Margarite Ridge. Enjoy all that this single family home has to offer with beautiful back yard, large open living area and great views. There are four large bedrooms and three and half baths with the master suite resting on its own level. The caretaker unit is a large one bedroom with kitchenette, full bath and its own entrance. Truly a remarkable home. Priced to sell. Call Cheryl Foote at (970)846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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HAYDEN/STEAMBOAT: Airport Garages, Spring Special! Own a heated 12’ x 22’ storage unit for cars, home or business. $39,900 now $24,900 on a limited # of units. On site shuttle/clubhouse and manager. Rentals also available. AirportGarages.com (970)879-4440

Ski-in Ski-out Offered at $749,000 #124658. Best priced, Gold rated, 2 bed, 2 bath Torian Plum in excellent condition, 1240 sq ft, turn key 7th floor unit with incredible views of the ski area. Close to all the action - concerts, food, lifts, skiing, hiking/biking in the summer. Year round amenities - outdoor pool, hot tub, shuttle, and much more. Great rentals through Resort Quest. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty

Gorgeous Modern Log Home Offered at $895,000 #125016 This fantastic 3+ bedroom home in Silver Spur offers the luxury of travertine tiled floors, granite countertops and knotty alder trim & doors encompassed within modern log home construction. The master “retreat” features lofted ceilings, stunning log beams, Jacuzzi jetted tub and steam shower. A gate from the fenced backyard gives direct access to a maintained nature trail and protected green belt. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT: Have interest in purchasing a property within Steamboat city limits. Wiling to consider all properties up to $375,000. Please call 303-903-8772

Impeccable Quail Run 2BD, 2BA, 1-car garage + lots of storage. Top Floor corner unit with ski mountain views. $397,900. Call Roy Powell, RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661

CRAIG: FSBO, Family, Friends and Fido 4BD, 2BA, 2 car garage, AC, large fenced yard, spacious deck, new windows, new kitchen, many upgrades, 1281 Crest Drive, Craig, CO. $253,000 Brokers Welcome=2% 970-824-6804, 970-629-8739

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Quail Run $299,900 2 bedrooms with garage, vaulted ceilings, low HOA dues priced for a quick sale! (970)846-5803 sue@oldtownrealty.com

Gunn Creek Estate. Offered at $3,600,000. #122343. Crossing a wooden bridge over Gunn Creek lies a magnificent 8500+sqft custom home. Built masterfully with hand carved doors, a gourmet kitchen, dual offices, multiple living rooms and fireplaces, a game room and bar. Surrounded on 18 acres of gardens, trees, waterfalls with Gunn Creek flowing through to your own trout pond. Fenced with a 4 stall heated horse barn completing this truly wonderful offering. www.gunncreek.com For a personal enchanting tour please contact Karen or Fred Hughes at (970)846-4841 or (970)846-1880. Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT:Sundance @ Fishcreek. Get 3 months Reduced rent starting July 1. Prime Storefront for Office or Retail. 2032 sq ft corner space with huge windows, private bath, wet bar, great parking. Bob Larson 871-4992.

MOUNTAIN TWO BEDROOM! Exceptional Value $259,900 MLS#122773 Perfect for local/2nd homeowners. New windows, pets allowed, views, two blocks to base area, ready for sweat equity! Tour: www.propertypanorama.com/43173. LOCAL OR INVESTOR STARTER CONDO! Extreme Value. $179,900 MLS#124806 Great square footage, low HOA dues! Pets allowed, WD. 100% financing + an $8,000 tax credit = make Steamboat home. Tour: www.propertypanorama.com/57622. Ski Town Realty, Bruce Tormey, Realtor BruceT34@yahoo.com (970)846-8867

Phoenix Rising! Offered at $875,000. #121523 This completely renovated Phoenix condominium is absolutely turn-key. An immaculate upper level, 4 bedroom, 2-story unit with Brazilian teak hardwood floors, stunning stone fireplace and large living room. Modern granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and elegant master suite give this unit a distinguished look & feel. Call Cam Boyd at (970)879-8100 ext. 416 or (970)846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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OAK CREEK: Exceptional, Affordable Office spaces in newer building on main street. Rent includes utilities and heat. 736-2513

Huge Price Reduction! New 2 bed, 2 bath condo with garage and carport in Oak Creek. $189,900 Call Cheryl at Prudential 970-846-6444

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STEAMBOAT: Office space for Free! Single to large executive suite in a professional building great parking,1st month Free 970-870-3473

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Mountain Get Away Home Site! In the center of Routt County’s most majestic recreational area adjoining National Forest. Build your mountain retreat on this 5.2 acre paradise. Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970)846-1661 35 acres-best price on market! Access, spring/electric. 7 mi. north of Hayden. $129,900. Christy Belton, Prudential Steamboat Realty. 734-7885 cell.

MAGNIFICENT DOWNTOWN PARCEL! Consisting of 11 city lots measuring 275’ x 125’. Surrounded by undeveloped 3rd avenue & Pagosa Court alley. .79 acres includes 2BD, 1BA rental. Convenient downtown location. Now only $470,000. Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970)846-1661

Views of the Zirkles. Will Consider Trade! Aspen Tree Covered. Great views of the continental divide. Ready to build. Steamboat Lake. $125,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat 970-846-1661

3 Old Town Lots in Steamboat Springs Flat, easy build, fenced with views of Sleeping Giant. $340,000 970-826-0307

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2 sanctuary golf course lots, exceptionally beautiful private lots. Adjacent to Fish Creek, covered with trees, incomparable views. Practically half price. Priced hundreds of thousands. below most recent appraisal. Extraordinary opportunity for the savvy investor. Serious inquiries please! OWNER 970-879-3974 or 303-588-8001

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Magnificent Large Lot on Ridge Road Offered at $750,000 #124724 1.3 Acre on the Mountain with views of Mountain and Valley. Water, sewer, electric, gas, phone and driveway to lot. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Reality

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Great Horse, Farm or Business Property Offered at $645,000 #125023 Easy access to Hwy 40 and Steamboat or Yampa Valley airport. 35 acres with 5 acres on lower property and 30 acres on upper property. Amazing views and possible building sites on upper property or continue hay production. Lower 5 acres has 6500 sq ft indoor facility - use for indoor riding arena or for your shop/business, several out buildings and 3 bedroom house. Call Cindy MacGray at (970)875-2442 or (970)846-0342 Prudential Steamboat Realty

Private on cul-de-sac. 1/2acre Aspen tree covered site. Ready for your mountain home. $98,000 Call Roy Powell RE/MAX Steamboat (970) 846-1661

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DOWNTOWN HOME 3BD, 2BA. $449,000. Strawberry Park Ranch, running water, $2.5M. 3 Pines Springs Lots, $150k each. Paul Hands (970)879-1086

160 contiguous acres. 4 miles North of ElkHead Reservoir. Easy access. (2)80 acre parcels $240,000 each or $470,000 for both. 970-846-8630 or 970-846-7796 FSBO

For sale or trade for Routt County property. Beautiful Colorado Springs, Black Forest Custom Home with 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 car garage and 6,374 sq. ft. Gated community. Stunning views. $899,000. Call 970-879-8655 for more information. Realtors welcome.

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2001 Red Acura S Type, 100k miles, winter tires with rims, new brakes & transmission. Below Blue Book. $8,000 (970)871-7100/846-6620 2004 Chevy Aveo, 1 owner, 5-door hatchback. 35-40 MGP Hwy. 5-speed, A/C. CD, AM/FM, MP3. Bonus: 4 studded snow tires. 61k miles, super condition. $5200. 824-4189.

WANTED TO BUY old Triumph or BSA motorcycles in almost any condition. 970-878-3600 or 717-887-7490 2003 Harley Davidson 100th Anniv. Edition Heritage Softail Classic. Great Cond! Only 6300 miles. Lots of extras! $13,995. Call Gary 970-291-1011

Kayaks and Equipment

New / Used: Wavesport, Dagger, Liquid, Loggic, Sweet, AT, Werner. Mountain Sports Kayak School 970-879-8794 CLASSES SOON!

14ft Achilles Self Bailer Whitewater Raft - Great for overnight or paddle boat. Call 970-846-9902

2002 VW Jetta, 1.8 Turbo, 112k. Runs great $5900. Please call 846-0276

M & M Auto will buy your junker. If your junk car is complete, we’ll haul it away and give you $$$. Call 970-879-8178.

2006 Porche Cayenne S, AWD, 1 owner, 33K, all leather, perfect condition! $29,500 OBO 970-846-9589

1995 Plymouth Voyager, 160k miles, good all around condition, 2 sets of tires, $1,200 OBO. 1990 Subaru Loyale Station Wagon, $800 OBO 970-871-1346

1999 Subaru Limited Sedan, AWD, automatic, loaded, leather, heated seats, 101k, extra set of tires, excellent condition. $6900OBO. Call 819-1969

2006 Ford Focus 40k/miles, Fantastic! 2000 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS, Sensational! 1998 Pontiac GrandAm, Terrific! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com Full Warranties!

Red 1993 Mitsubishi 3,000 GT, V6 DOHC, 255HP, INJEN intake system. Perfect graduation gift. $5,500 OBO (970)846-2037

2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4x4, 48k, 17-21 MPG. $12,900 Motivated to SELL! 970-589-2636

1995 Subaru Impreza Sedan. A/C, C/C, Manual, 113,000K, 33MPG. Excellent condition, very reliable, one-family. Ski rack, extra rims/tires. $2900. 736-8256.

$500! Police Impounds! Hondas, Acuras, Chevys, Toyotas, etc. Cars, Trucks, SUV`s from $500! For Listings call 800-576-6918 xA875

1992 Acura Legend coupe FSBO. 6-cyl, 5-spd manual, FWD, moon roof, 162K mi. Fun to drive. Runs well. $1800 OBO. 970-846-3706

FINANCING WORKING PEOPLE! $750.00 MINIMUM DOWNPAYMENT. NO CREDITCHECK. Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. “Working Cars / Working People - 24,000 Mile Warranties! www.checkpointautosales.com

2003 BMW F650CS - GREAT COMMUTER BIKE, 3150 MILES, ABS, HEATED GRIPS, GARAGE KEPT, SUPER CLEAN, TANK BAG, DEALER SERVICED (RECORDS ON FILE), PICTURES EMAILED UPON REQUEST, $5900, CALL 970-871-1737 2007 KX 250F, garage kept, barely ridden. $4000. (970)734-6618 2007 rmz 450. Bikes like new. Oil changed and filter cleaned every 2 rides never been raced. Comes with extra step seat other than that bike is stock. Asking $4000.00 OBO. Call 307-383-7927 ask for David. 2000 Honda CR250, woods ready, new slavens suspension. 3 gallon tank, spark arrester, skid plate, etc. Very nice bike. $2,500 Contact Squirrel (970)736-8557 or 970-846-4979 2006 CRF-250X Honda & 2006 Yamaha TTR-250, low miles, like new. Dirt/street ready. See at Extreme Power Sports 970-879-9175/970-276-4821 2006 KTM EXC 450 street legal, new Durelle race suspension, 2 tanks, 2 sets of plastic. 2 many extras to list. $4,950 303-588-8983 2007 Honda CRF230F, very few miles, great little dirt bike! Good condition, ready to ride. $3,000 OBO 970-871-1346 2005 TTR 125. In good shape. $1500 (970)846-2312 2006 Yamaha YZ450F Anniversary edition. Over $1,000 of after market parts. 3 sets if plastic, excellent condition, well maintained, garage kept. $3900 970-846-5632 2003 Harley Davidson Ultraclassic, loaded, CD player, CB, AM/FM, less than 14k mi.,Pearl White, $12,000. (970)824-0342

For Sale: 2004 Wanderer Wagon Toy Hauler. Used 4 times, less than 3,000 miles $23,000 Call 970-629-2113

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Inside Storage (May-September) $60/per sled free trailer storage. Stock Drive Storage 970-824-3005 2008 Polaris RMK 600, single seater, long track, great condition! $4700 970-846-9589

1999 Lexus RX 300, AWD, 84k, white/gold. moon roof, leather. Excellent condition. Stock# CS121. Ben at Steamboat Motors. $11,900 970-879-8880

PC COMPUTER SERVICES HALF PRICE Residential Computer Repair, located in Steamboat. Microsoft Certified Professional. Tune Ups, Troubleshooting, Repairs and Installations. Cell:(818)426-9095 chill333@live.com.

2006 Toyota Runner, 43k miles, red, good condition. $18,000. (970) 870-0806 95 Toyota 4Runner, 5k on new engine, 2 sets of tires, 4x4. $3000 OBO 819-3537 60 USED CARS AND TRUCKS, Fully reconditioned vehicles with new car warranties! TOM REUTER CARS, Steamboat Springs, 875-0700. www.tomreuter.com 2004 Nissan Xterra SE, V6, 4WD. 60K miles, great condition, $9,750. (970)819-0854 2000 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer edition. Burgundy w/ tan trim. V8, AWD, leather, A/C, power windows and locks, sunroof, 6 CD changer. 106,000 miles. $6,000 OBO. (970) 629-3028 2001 Suburban, fully loaded, leather, excellent condition $6500. Call 879-6978

1990 Dodge 3/4 ton 79K auto 4x4 with plow $3,500 OBO 970-276-4129 Wanted-67-72 Chevy or GMC 4x4 in good mechanical/body condition. Not looking for a show truck, just a good daily driver and weekend hobby project. A pickup, blazer or suburban that is reliable or needs a little work to be reliable. Thanks, Jim in Steamboat 269-998-2737 or jim@groundsphere.us

Kenmore refrigerator 5x5 ice and water 36” wide, cream $175: Water heater, Propane 40 gal, used 1 year $350. 846-5302

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For sale: 2 dagger kayaks with one skirt, $400 OBO. 1 couch in good condition, $75. Call for details: 970-819-2348

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Assistant Campus Dean of Instruction, Alpine Campus, Steamboat Springs Want to know more? Go to: www.coloradomtn.edu/employment for more information. It’s here! * dedication to continuous improvement * a caring, collaborative environment * clear mission and vision * professional development opportunities * supportive leadership team * excellent benefits *

Lost coin collection in wooden box within open-ended cardboard box. May have gone in green machine recycling. Please help, very sentimental. Thanks John, 870-8722.

City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 - 760 Critter Court 4-23-09 Found on Laurel Lane: large male grey cat.

AKC Registered Lab Puppies. Chocolates and Blacks, Championship blood line. Ready on April 29th. $500, taking depostis now! 970-824-9615

City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 www.petfinder.com DATE: 4-23-09 Dogs for Adoption. Jack-Sweet blind and diabetic 6-year old lab who loves to camp and swim.In foster care. Wolfie- 4 year old Husky mix. Former sled dog! Copper- 6 month old Aussie Shepherd. Outgoing and loves people! 3 Lab Mix puppies- Cute and cuddly! Cats for Adoption. We have 11 adult cats waiting for great homes!-$30 each. Kittens available in 4 weeks.

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Sale prices only while supplies last. 4 ft $338, 8 ft $628, 12 ft $915. Includes Drawbar. Farrow Repair Service, 970-879-0130

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Alfalfa seed, corn seed, grasses. Farmer to Farmer. Call us before you buy. You will SAVE MONEY!. We deliver anywhere. Ray Odermott, 208-465-5280, 800-910-4101, 208-340-6119.

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2007 Concession trailer 8ft x 20 ft 3 serving windows set up for Espresso business. 3 bay sinks & hand sinks, nice cabinets excellent condition. Lamarzocco espresso machine 3 group runs great $2500. Also new Swift grinder $2500, will deliver. 970-878-5250

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Loudy Simpson - Ice Arena Sat. April 25th 9am - 5pm and Sun. April 26th - 9am - 3pm

Want to buy 3-4 year old bred cows or pairs. Black only. (303)518-4177 Horse training by Andy Kurtz. From colts to trail to cutters, Andy has the credentials and experience. Known for his kind approach with both horses and riders, Andy will start taking horses in mid May. For more information, call 879-5029 5 Horses, 3 mares, 2 geldings. Morgan, Arab, Quarter. Rideable, ready to serve. 2 Horse carts, some tack, 970-879-1594

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Corgi’s, Chihuahua, Doxie, and Papillion. Microchipped, wormed, vaccinated, and registered all from top USDA licensed breeders. BAKER DRIVE PETS 824-3933

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We have a part-time opening in our Mailroom/Distribution Center for a highly motivated individual with good work ethics. No experience necessary; will train. This is an excellent position for those interested in having their days free! HOURS: Wed. -1:30am-5:30am Fri. -1:30am-5:30am Sat. -1:00am-6:30am Sun. -2:00am-6:30am For information or schedule an interview call Juli Schons @ 970-871-4252 or Steve Balgenorth @ 970-871-4232 or complete an employment application at:1901 Curve Plaza, corner of Elk River Road and US 40, Steamboat Springs. EOE

5 female Pit bull puppies for sale. 5 weeks old. $200, call Kaila (254) 977-3328

2 small adorable male AKC registered Yorkies for sale. Will be ready May 10th. Parents on site. Asking $650.00. (970)824-0023.

BREEZE’S SALON is looking for a Stylist. Work for the best. Prefer experience but will train. Heavy walk-in traffic. 970-824-2300

3 Teacup poodles. 1 male ready to go now. Other 2 ready on 6-16. Call for details (970)653-4494.

Bar Lazy U Border Collie puppies. Reds, blacks, tri’s. Registered, 1st shots, wormed, 5 free obedience lessons all included with purchase. $350. Renee 276-4807

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Free confidential pregnancy tests & ultrasound. Pregnancy Resource Center. 544 Oak Street (The Good Shepherd House) Walk-ins welcome Tuesdays from 12-6PM, and Thursdays 9-1PM or call for an appointment any time. 871-1307

K-9 Gentle Dental will be at Mt. Werner Veterinary Hospital for the May Hygiene Clinic. May 2nd, and 14th. No anesthesia required. Call Angel for appointment 619-370-5956.

Dog Training/Behavior Consultation Grooming, do-it-yourself dog wash CANINES UNLIMITED 8 2 4 6 3 6 4 www.caninesunlimitedtraining.com

Steamboat Springs High School - 2009-2010 Math Teacher, College/Career Counselor, and Guidance Counselor (1 year position). Deadline: Open until filled. Complete online application at https://apps.winocular.com/steamboat/apply/ EOE

Looking for a live in nanny to work 2 to 3 days a week with 2 kids ages 3 and 5. Must have references and non-smoking. Call Barb 846-3539.

Hayden Congregational Church Office Assistant, 6 hrs/wk, $10/hr. Call 276-3510 or e-mail hccucc@earthlink.net for job description & application. Office Manager needed. Steamboat area. Must have good phone & computer skills. Mac or PC. Mike at 970-819-9796

Looking for a clean, friendly working environment? Love working with the Public? We are seeking PART-TIME CASHIERS. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Must have open availability, including nights and weekends, and be able to pass company background check. Apply in person @ 1815 Central Park Drive, Unit W-109 (no phone calls please).

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Publication Sales Co. hiring 18 sharp enthusiastic individuals to travel the U.S. Training, travel, lodging and transportation furnished. Return trip guaranteed. 1-800-781-1344.

Wiener pigs for sale. 629-5067 BUYING GOLD, SILVER AND PLATINUM BULLION AND COINS. all (970)-824-5807 or Cell (970)-326-8170.

Complete Office Furniture & Equipment for Sale! Lucerne Phone System, 12 phones. Toshiba 3560 Copier. HP 400 LaserJet Printer. Toshiba Fax Machine. HP Color Jet Printer. Dell 1700 Laser Printer. 2 Icon 24xComputers. 4 desks, 36x72. 3 4 draw metal filing cabinets. 3 side chairs. 2 secretary chairs, 2 desk chairs. Wooden 3 drawer filing cabinet. 2 fans. 6 Waste paper baskets. Microwave. Office Kenmore Refrigerator. Coffee Pot. Misc. plastic file, paper trays. Binding Machine. Paper Cutter. Misc. Office supplies. ALL OR PART. Call Larry (970)389-1555

For Sale: 2 teams of Black Percheron Geldings age 10 -13 well broke to drive, have pulled hay wagons, sleighs and carriages. 970-409-9614 Warm Weather, experienced riding to condition your horse in time for Spring/Summer. No broncs please! Robin Lorenz Romick 879-0392, 846-2669 2 year old Red Angus bulls. (719) 379-5213

80/20 Alfalfa - Grass hay mix. Small bales $100 a ton. 10 tons available. Call Mike 970-846-2255 High quality grass hay for sale. Large round bales, $120 Ton 970-846-7305

CALLING ALL DOGS! FAMILY DOG TRAINING Starts May 7th in Craig. Contact Laura Tyler 970-629-1507 or Sandra Kruczek 970-824-4189

New12.5HP OHV 33” Craftsman snowblower. $500 OBO (970) 846-3779

Volkl Snow ranger 180 with marker M 54 bindings. Thule ski rack, Fly rod (Sage 2 piece #7 Gl790DS Graphite with metal case). Size 44 Sheepskin coat like new. 879-5954 or 846-4423

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Fire & Security Alarms Technician needed. Must have clean CDR, appearance, lifestyle & experience in this field. Steamboat area. Mike @ 970-819-9796 Make your own hours! Granite Fabrication and Installation. Shop needs sub-contracted work ASAP. Use our shop and tools, skills required! 970-846-8455

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Cooks, Waitstaff, Seasonal and full time positions available. Lodging, meals, benefits for full time. Lodging, meals for seasonal. Email resume: allisonp@threeforksranch.com 970.583.7396

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Mystery shoppers. Earn up to $100 a day. Under cover shoppers needed to judge retail-dining establishments. Experience not required. 800-721-8703

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Barber / Cosmetologist wanted in a busy downtown Family barber shop. Up to 60% commissioned wage. 970-879-9809 or 970-819-6951

Spend your summer working at the lake! Steamboat Lake Marina is hiring personable individuals with retail and or boating experience. Call Karl 970-879-7019 or email steamboatlakemarina@yahoo.com

Xcel Energy is seeking a qualified Engineering Manager to lead, direct and oversee one or more of the following departments: engineering / technical support; maintenance, and / or operations. Duties include ensuring high plant reliability and overall cost effectiveness, without compromise to employee safety or environmental commitments. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred, or equivalent education, and / or experience. A minimum of 6-8 years experience in power generation or equivalent that includes 5 years of leadership experience is required. For additional information and to apply, visit www.xcelenergy.com referencing posting number UN-CO-0486. Posting expires 05/06/09 at 5 p.m. CDT. EOE/AA

YAMPA VALLEY ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION, Inc. LABORER - Yampa Valley Electric is accepting applications for the seasonal position of laborer (line crew). The temporary employment period is from June 1st to November 1st and the wage is $19.43 per hour. A pre-employment drug test and good driving record are required. Submit a resume to YVEA, P.O. Box 771218, Stmbt Spgs, CO 80477; or complete an application at 32 10th St. Stmbt Springs or 3715 E. Hwy 40 Craig. EOE.

Big O Tires is accepting new applications for tire techs, experience necessary. Application deadline April 30th. Apply in person at 2440 Lincoln Ave.

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Do you need a new career NOW? We have over 100 to choose from. Get paid while you train in the Colorado Army National Guard. Call Sergeant Holloway 970-986-9206

Apprentice plumbers needed for large commercial project in Craig, Colorado. Top wages & Benefits. Send resume to fax # 801-820-2520 Email to bbingham@kkmechanical.net

Moffat County-Seeking applicants for the position of Fulltime Housing Authority Director. For complete job description, contact Colorado Workforce Center (970) 824-3246. Moffat County is an EEO Employer

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HOLISTIC HEALERS Affordable Rent for a beautiful space. Run your own business. Daily, Weekly or Monthly Rent. Call Anne 846-0737

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Local family needs home HEALTH worker 2-4 days per week. Flexible daytime hours. Must be willing to work around smoker. Call 970-846-2324 days or 970-879-2324 evenings

Grease Monkey of Steamboat is hiring courtesy Techs. Application deadline is April 30th. Apply in Person @ US40 and Downhill Dr.

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Home Health and Hospice RN- This position performs direct patient care, evaluates needs, and conducts case and resource management for patients under the direction of a licensed physician. Travel required. Requires excellent computer and communication skills. Apply in person at 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Drive, Suite 101, Steamboat Springs. For questions, please email sanderso@nwcovna.org EOE.

Comb Goddess has an opening for ft or pt booth rental hair stylist. 871-0606

Help with care and training of a sled dog kennel. Includes room and board and the opportunity to help train for long distance mushing. Call Tom Thurston 846-0249

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Sheraton Steamboat Resort, Steamboat Springs, seeks temporary workers from 6/1/09 to 10/15/09, 5 days per week, including weekend, no exp., for: 15 Housekeepers: $9.25 hour. 8am-4:30pm, or 7am-3:30pm, or 11am-7:30pm, or 3pm-11pm. Clean assigned guest rooms on schedule; change sheets on beds, dust, vacuum, straighten furniture, empty trash, replace amenities; clean windows, walls, floors, furniture; clean bathroom including bathtub, shower, toilet, sink, floor, other areas, replace towels, amenities; maintain cleanliness of storage areas, supplies; provide any items requested by guest, supervisor; report items in need of repair, maintenance. JO# CO5308652 Mail resume to Sheraton Steamboat, Attn. Lauren Walsh, PO Box 774808, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477.

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10,099-1 HISTORIC REGISTER APPPLICATION PUBLIC HEARING LITHIA SPRING #HRA-09-02 Let it be known to all interested parties that a request for the Historic Register Application described below has been filed in the office of the Steamboat Springs Department of Planning & Community Development: Applicant: City of Steamboat Springs, Department of Planning & Community Development, Laureen Schaffer, Historic Preservation Coordinator, P.O. Box 775088, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 (970) 871-8278 Location: 700 Lithia Springs Road Type of Application: Historic Register Application General Description: Application for Howelsen Hill to be listed on the Steamboat Springs Register of Historic Places Project Planner: Laureen Schaffer, Historic Preservation Coordinator, 970-871-8278 or 970-879-2060 E-mail: lschaffer@steamboatsprings.net This Historic Register Application has been submitted and processed consistent with the Steamboat Springs Revised Community Development Code. This application has been scheduled to be heard in a public hearing by the Steamboat Springs’ Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. The hearing will be held in the Citizens’ Meeting Room, Centennial Hall, 124 10th Street, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This application is available for review and inspection during regular public hours at the Department of Planning & Community Development, located at 124 10th Street, Centennial Hall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. TOM LEESON, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PUBLICATION DATE: 04/26/09 10176493 10107-4 NOTICE OF HEARING ON APPLICATION FOR BEER AND WINE LIQUOR LICENSE The name and address of the applicant is The Oak, 112 W. Main Street, Oak Creek CO 80467. The type of license for which application is made is beer and wine license, for consumption on

the premises. The date of the application is April 6, 2009 and it was filed with the Town of Oak Creek on April 23, 2009. A public hearing, concerning this application will be held before the Board of Trustees on Thursday, May 28, 2009, at approximately 7:00 PM at town hall. Comments, either in support or in opposition, may be filed with the Town Clerk, Box 128, Oak Creek CO 80467, at any time prior to the date of the hearing or may be presented as testimony at the hearing. /s/Karen Halterman Karen Halterman, Clerk Town of Oak Creek Published in The Steamboat Pilot & Today First Publication Date: April 26, 2009 Last Publication Date: May 17, 2009 10176665 10,095-1 Routt County Public Notice ACTIVITY #: PP2009-012 PETITIONER: YAMPATIKA PETITION: To pursue a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an Environmental Learning Center by Yampatika under Section 4.19 - Schools of the Routt County Zoning Regulations on Hay Meadows Ranch. Let it be known to all interested parties that the petition cited above has been filed in the office of the Routt County Planning Commission pursuant to the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations of Routt County as adopted on March 7, 1972, and as amended. Said request shall be reviewed by the Routt County Planning Commission on 05/12/2009 in the Routt CountyCommissioners Hearing Room, Historic Courthouse, 522 Lincoln Avenue, Steamboat Springs, Colorado beginning at 6:00 p.m. Said petition is for certain lands located as follows: LOCATION/LEGAL: Tract IN SW1/4 Section 33-6-84 & SE1/4 Section 32-6-84 TOTAL 131.34 Acres Routt County Planning Commission Chad Phillips, Planning Director Box 773749 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 First publication date: April 26, 2009 10176284 10,098-1 HISTORIC REGISTER APPPLICATION PUBLIC HEARING HOWELSEN HILL #HRA-09-01 Let it be known to all interested parties that a request for the Historic Register Application described below has been filed in the office of the Steamboat Springs Department of Planning & Community Development:

This Historic Register Application has been submitted and processed consistent with the Steamboat Springs Revised Community Development Code. This application has been scheduled to be heard in a public hearing by the Steamboat Springs’ Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. The hearing will be held in the Citizens’ Meeting Room, Centennial Hall, 124 10th Street, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This application is available for review and inspection during regular public hours at the Department of Planning & Community Development, located at 124 10th Street, Centennial Hall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. TOM LEESON, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PUBLICATION DATE: 04/26/09 10176492 10,102-1 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NOTICE OF FINAL DECISION ORIGINAL ADDITION TO STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, BLOCK 8 LOT 9 #MA-09-02 Let it be known to all interested parties that a request for the development application described below has been filed in the office of the Steamboat Springs Department of Planning & Community Development: Applicant: Cathleen Neelan, P.O. Box 770842, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 (970) 879-5666 email: cathey@neelan.com Location of Development: 602 Pine Street Type of Application: Minor Adjustment General Description: Minor Adjustment of 2.3 feet to the required west building setback to allow the addition of a second story to the existing garage below. Project Planner: Bob Keenan, Senior Planner (970) 871-8260 email: bkeenan@steamboatsprings.net This development application has been submitted and processed consistent with the Steamboat Springs Revised Community Development Code. The Final Decision is to be made by the Director of Planning & Community Development on Monday, May 11, 2009 unless a valid objection by an aggrieved party is filed in the Department of Planning & Community Development by 12:00 PM (Noon) on May 11, 2009. In the event that a valid objection is received by an aggrieved party, the Steamboat Springs Planning Commission and/or City Council will hear the petition in public hearings.

This application is available for review and inspection during regular public hours at the Department of Planning & Community Development, located at 124 10th Street, Centennial Hall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. TOM LEESON, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PUBLICATION DATE: 04/26/09 10176497 10,097-1 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION PUBLIC HEARING WILDHORSE MEADOWS, FILING 1, PARCEL 7 (FIRST TRACKS) #CHP-07-04 Let it be known to all interested parties that a request for the development application described below has been filed in the office of the Steamboat Springs Department of Planning & Community Development: Applicant: Resort Ventures West, Marianna Ishida, 610 Marketplace Plaza , Suite 210 (970) 879-7772 Location of Development: Wildhorse Meadows Filing 1, Parcel 7 Type of Application: Community Housing Plan General Description: A revised Community Housing Plan that amends the deed restriction some units in Phase 1 of the First Tracks

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Development. Project Coordinator: Nancy Engelken, Community Housing Coordinator (970) 871-8253 or email: nengelken@steamboatsprings.net This development application has been submitted and processed consistent with the Steamboat Springs Revised Community Development Code. This petition has been scheduled for a public hearing at City Council on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. The City Council Meeting is held in the Citizens’ Meeting Room, Centennial Hall, 124 10th Street, Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

10,085-3 District Court Routt County, Colorado Court Address: PO Box 773117, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 In the Matter of the Estate of CHARLES HERMAN DENTON, a/k/a CHARLES H. DENTON, a/k/a CHARLES DENTON

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Deceased Attorney or Party Without Attorney (Name and Address): Aaron R. Clay, Atty. Reg. #: 9666 Clay and Dodson, P.C. P.O. Box 38, Delta, CO 81416 Phone Number: 970-874-9777 FAX Number: 970-874-7224 Case Number: 09 PR 19

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Doc’s Auto Clinic is applying for the title of 1990 Subaru Legacy VIN #JF2AN52B416836. Ron Smicker: Doc’s Auto Clinic has been looking for you since December, 2008 in regards to your 1990 Subaru Loyale. The repairs have been completed and we have tried reaching you via telephone with no luck. Please contact us at 970-871-1346, P.O. Box 881462, 2565 Copper Ridge Drive, Steamboat Springs, CO. Published in The Steamboat Pilot & Today Published April 26, 2009 10176552 10,101-1 HISTORIC REGISTER APPPLICATION PUBLIC HEARING CHELSEA SUBDIVISION #HRA-09-03

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10,061-3 Notice To Creditors Estate of Robert Jack Allen, A/K/A/, Robert Allen, Deceased. Case No. 09 PR 5 All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the x District Court of Routt County, Colorado Probate Court of the City and County of Denver, Colorado on or before (date) August 21, 2009, or the claims may be forever barred. (Type name and address of Personal Representative) Michael A. Martin 14934 Brownstone Lane Westminster, CA 92683 First publication date: April 12, 2009 Last publication date: April 26, 209 10174621

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Applicant: Craig & Kate Rench, 270 River Road, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (970) 846-7196 Location: 270 River Road Type of Application: Historic Register Application General Description: Application for Howelsen Hill to be listed on the Steamboat Springs Register of Historic Places Project Planner: Alexis Casale, Historic Preservation Planner, 970-871-8202 or 970-879-2060 E-mail: acasale@steamboatsprings.net

Published in The Steamboat Pilot & Today FINAL PUBLICATION DATE: 4/26/2009 10176585

This Historic Register Application has been submitted and processed consistent with the Steamboat Springs Revised Community Development Code. This application has been scheduled to be heard in a public hearing by the Steamboat Springs’ Historic Preservation Commission on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. The hearing will be held in the Citizens’ Meeting Room, Centennial Hall, 124 10th Street, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This application is available for review and inspection during regular public hours at the Department of Planning & Community Development, located at 124 10th Street, Centennial Hall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. TOM LEESON, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PUBLICATION DATE: 04/26/09 10176496 NOTICE IS HEREBY, GIVEN that the Steamboat Springs City Council on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, adopted the following ordinances on second and final reading: ORDINANCE: 2239 An ordinance of the City of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, extending the vesting period for a site specific development plan originally approved as “Montenero at Steamboat Springs” (The Porches II) for an additional time period of six months, repealing all conflicting ordinances; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. ORDINANCE: 2240 An ordinance approving the purchase of property from Union Pacific Railroad Company by the City of Steamboat Springs, and authorizing the City Council President to sign all documents necessary for purchasing the property; repealing all conflicting ordinances; providing for severability; and providing an effective date. Complete copies of these ordinances are available and can be obtained from the Office of the City Clerk, 137 10th Street, Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and may be inspected at any time during normal business hours. /s/Julie Franklin JULIE FRANKLIN, CMC

10109-2 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Solar Lighting for Yampa Valley Regional Airport Highway 40 Sign The Board of County Commissioners of Routt County, Colorado is soliciting Proposals from qualified vendors for the purchase and installation of a solar lighting option for our Yampa Valley Regional Airport Highway 40 sign. Specifications are available from the Routt County Purchasing Agent, Marti Hamilton, 970-870-5316 or mhamilton@co.routt.co.us. Sealed proposals must be received at the Routt County Board of County Commissioners Office, 522 Lincoln, P.O. Box 773598, Steamboat Springs, CO. 80477 no later than 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 5, 2009. All proposal envelopes should be clearly marked “RFP- Solar Lighting for Yampa Valley Regional Airport Highway 40 Sign” The Routt County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids and proposals. Published in the Steamboat Pilot & Today First Publication Date: April 26, 2009 Last Publication Date: May 3, 2009 10176690 10,093-2 Request for Proposals Recorder Upgrade Routt County The Routt County Commissioners are requesting proposals from qualified vendors for the upgrade to our current Dictaphone Freedom Voice Recorder.Specifications are available from the Routt County Purchasing Agent, Marti Hamilton, 970-870-5316 mhamilton@co.routt.co.us. Sealed proposals must be received at the Routt County Board of County Commissioners Office, 522 Lincoln, P.O. Box 773598, Steamboat Springs, CO. 80477 no later than 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 5, 2009. All proposal envelopes should be clearly marked “Check Scanning System”. The Routt County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids and proposals. Publication Date:

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May 3, 2009 10176270 10108-1 LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF OPPORTUNITY TO COMMENT

Coulton Creek Precommercial Thinning Project USDA Forest Service Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District Routt County, Colorado The Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District requests comments on the proposed Coulton Creek precommercial thinning project. The project is located in T9N, R84W section 7; T9N, R85W, sections 1 and 12; and T10N, R84W, section 31, specifically north and west of Hinman Park. The project area can be accessed off of National Forest Service Road (NFSR) 400 along NFSR 429. The project proposal is to conduct timber stand improvements (thinning) in overstocked lodgepole pine stands to reduce tree densities and retain snowshoe hare foraging habitat longer. The thinning would improve growth and yield and the increased spacing between trees would cause the crown bases to remain closer to the ground for a longer period. Comments will be accepted for 30 days following the date of publication of the legal notice in the newspaper of record [§ 215.5(b) (2) (ii) & 215.6(a) (2)], the Steamboat Pilot. Comments may be mailed, faxed, e-mailed, hand-delivered, phoned in, or orally delivered to staff at the office weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except holidays. Written comments must be postmarked by the Postal Service, e-mailed, faxed, or otherwise submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the 30th calendar day following publication of the legal notice in the Steamboat Pilot. Hand delivered comments must be time and date imprinted at the address/office (see below) by the close of business on the 30th calendar day following publication of the legal notice in the Steamboat Pilot. Please submit site-specific comments that can be used to further refine the proposed action. Comments can be submitted on the Web at: comments-rocky-mountain-medicine-bow-routt-hahns-peak-b ears-ears@fs.fed.us. When submitting comments on the web, the SUBJECT LINE must be “Coulton Creek PCT” to ensure proper routing. All future documents and information on the Coulton Creek Precommercial Thinning Project will be posted at www.fs.fed.us/r2/mbr/projects under Environmental Analysis: Forest Health. You are encouraged to use this site for all of your participation in the analysis. Written comments should be submitted to: Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests, Attn: Jamie Kingsbury, District Ranger, 925 Weiss Drive, Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487. Telephone Number: (970) 870-2149. Fax Number: (970) 870-2284. When submitting your comments, please include your full name and address. Comments received in response to this solicitation, including names and addresses of those who comment, will be considered part of the public record on this proposed action and will be available for public inspection. Additionally, pursuant to 7 CFR 1.27(d), any person may request the agency to withhold a

submission from the public record by showing how the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) permits such confidentiality. Persons requesting such confidentiality should be aware that, under the FOIA, confidentiality may be granted in only very limited circumstances, such as to protect trade secrets. The Forest Service will inform the requester of the agency’s decision regarding the request for confidentiality, and where the request is denied the agency will return the submission and notify the requester that the comments may be resubmitted with or without name and address within 15 days. Final documents will be available on request. Published in The Steamboat Pilot & Today Publication Date: April 26, 2009 10176669

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Published in The Steamboat Pilot & Today First Publication date: April 26, 2009 Last Publication date: May 3, 2009 10176590 10,096-2 The Town of Hayden is soliciting proposals for contractor services for the construction of backstops, fencing, dugouts, and infields for two baseball fields and landscape and irrigation finishes in Dry Creek Park, Hayden, CO for the Parks and Recreation Department. Proposal Deadline is: 4:00pm on May 8, 2009 Request for Proposal documents may be obtained at www.townofhayden.org, The Hayden Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to reject any and all bids and proposals and enter into a contract which, in its opinion, best serves the needs of the Town of Hayden and its citizens.

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comments to the same address. Comments must be received by May 15, 2009. Published in the Steamboat Pilot and Today Frist Publication date: April 19, 2009 Last Publication date: May 3, 2009 10175425 10106-2 INVITATION FOR BIDS SURPLUS 1990 Chevy Cab and Chassis Parts Vehicle The Routt County Board of Commissioners is accepting bids for the sale of one ¾ ton surplus cab and chassis unit. A parts vehicle with blown motor, no tires, no bumpers and various missing components that have been used as spare parts. Minimum acceptable bid is $400. Information packets containing photographs of equipment can be requested by contacting Marti Hamilton, Purchasing Agent (970) 870-5316 or mhamilton@co.routt.co.us.

Dates of publication should be as follows: Sealed bids from a select list of bidders for the ROUTT COUNTY 2009 Striping Project will be received by THE ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS, by mail at Routt County Courthouse, 136 6th Street, PO Box 773598, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 or hand-delivered to the above address until Wednesday, May , 2009 at 11 A.M. Any bids submitted after 11:00 A.M. will be returned not opened. All times are (Routt County Time Clock). At 11 A.M., Wednesday, May 6, 2009, the bids shall be opened and read aloud publicly in the Road & Bridge Conference Room. The Bidder must supply all the information required by the proposal forms and specifications; bids must include all items of every schedule. No proposal may be withdrawn for a period of thirty days thereafter. All bid packets shall be clearly marked “SEALED BID FOR ROUTT COUNTY 2009 STRIPING PROJECT”. The project is located on various county roads, within Routt County consisting of furnishing and applying pavement marking paint with beads on approximately 162.85 miles of county roads. Estimated total quantities of marking paint are 5459 Yellow and 3140 White Gallons, that meets the requirements of the Sections of the latest and revised edition of CDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge Construction. Any questions regarding bids are to be directed in writing, email or phone prior to Friday , May 1, 2009 at 4:00 PM to, Road & Bridge at (970) 879-0831, Fax #(970) 879-3992 or mail to Routt County Road & Bridge, P O Box 773598, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477, email to Tammie @ tcrawford@co.routt.co.us. THE ROUTT COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any informalities in bids, and to accept the bid that, in the opinion of the Board, is in the best interest of the County of Routt County, State of Colorado. ROUTT COUNTY, COLORADO /s/ Tammie Crawford By: Tammie Crawford

Steamboat Pilot & Today - Sunday, April 26, 2009 & Sunday May 3, 2009 10,100-1 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION PUBLIC HEARING HIGHLANDS POINTE SUDBIVISION LOT 1 #PP-08-05 APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION Let it be known to all interested parties that a request for the development application described below has been filed in the office of the Steamboat Springs Department of Planning & Community Development: Applicant: Grant Fenton & Traci Day-Fenton, c/o Brian Hanlen, Brooks Design/Build Inc. P.O. Box 775481, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 (970) 870-6531 Location of Development: 1486 Blue Sage Drive Type of Application: Preliminary Plat General Description: An appeal of the Planning Commission denial for a Preliminary Plat application to subdivide Lot 1, Highlands Pointe Subdivision into two lots with a variance to the required usable lot area, allowing development on portions of the lot with slopes grater than 30%. Project Planner: Jason K. Peasley, City Planner 970-871-8229 or 970-879-2060 E-mail: jpeasley@steamboatsprings.net This development application has been submitted and processed consistent with the Steamboat Springs Revised Community Development Code. This petition has been scheduled to be heard at a Public Hearing by the Steamboat Springs City Council Tuesday May 5, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. in Citizens’ Meeting Room, Centennial Hall 124 10th Street, Steamboat Springs, Colorado This application is available for review and inspection during regular public hours at the Department of Planning & Community Development, located at 124 10th Street, Centennial Hall, Steamboat Springs, Colorado. TOM LEESON, DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PUBLICATION DATE: 04/26/09 10176494 10080-3 PUBLIC NOTICE The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal Plant Health Inspection Service is making available to the public the Environmental Assessment for Colorado, Rangeland Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program and when available, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI). Persons wishing to obtain a copy of the documents should contact Ms Lisa Peraino: USDA APHIS PPQ 3950 N Lewiston St Suite 330, Aurora, CO 80011: (303) 371-3355. Inquiries should request the document entitled “Environmental Assessment Rangeland Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program, Colorado EA # CO-09-1” and/or “Colorado FONSI 09”. Persons wishing to comment on the document should send

Units can be viewed at the Administrative Building at Yampa Valley Regional Airport Friday May 1st from noon to 3:00 and other times by appointment. Please call (970) 276-5015 to arrange an appointment. Sealed Bids must be submitted in writing to the Routt County Commissioner’s Office, 522 Lincoln Avenue, no later than 1:00 PM Tuesday, May 5, 2009, at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. All bids should be sealed in an envelope with “Surplus 1990 Chevy Cab and Chassis Parts Vehicle” written on the envelope. Any questions should be directed to the Routt County Purchasing Agent, Marti Hamilton (970) 870-5316 or mhamilton@co.routt.co.us. The price bid shall be the dollar amount the bidder will expect to pay Routt County if awarded the bid. Terms are cash or certified funds due at the time of award. The equipment is sold “AS IS - WHERE IS” with no warranty expressed or implied. Bidder is responsible for picking up equipment from YVRA within 7 days of winning bid. The Routt County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to approve the bid, which, in its judgment best serves the interest of Routt County. Published in the Steamboat Pilot & Today First Publication Date: April 26, 2009 Last Publication Date: May 3, 2009 10176637 10,094-1 Routt County Public Notice ACTIVITY #: PP2009-008 PETITIONER: TWENTYMILE COAL COMPANY PETITION: INTAKE AND RETURN VENTILLATION SHAFTS, INCLUDING FAN AND ACCESSORY STRUCTURES AND AN ACCESS ROAD OFF COUNTY ROAD 27. Let it be known to all interested parties that the petition cited above has been filed in the office of the Routt County Planning Commission pursuant to the Zoning and Subdivision Regulations of Routt County as adopted on March 7, 1972, and as amended. Said request shall be reviewed by the Routt County Planning Commission on 05/07/2009 in the Routt County Commissioners Hearing Room, Historic Courthouse, 522 Lincoln, Steamboat Springs, Colorado beginning at 6:00 p.m. Said petition shall be heard by the Board of County Commissioners on 05/26/2009 in the Commissioners Hearing Room, Routt County Courthouse, commencing at the hour of 3:30 Said petition is for certain lands located as follows: LOCATION/LEGAL: In the NW1/4 SW1/4 Section 23, T5N, R87W Routt County Planning Commission Chad Phillips, Planning Director Box 773749 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 First publication date: April 26, 2009 10176277

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or some, golf is a game, but for others, it’s an obsession. It’s one of those games that people just can’t seem to get enough of in the summer. It’s been several years since I played golf on a regular basis, but I’ve been involved with the game in one way or another since my dad handed me one of his old irons when I was a child and told me I could hit some balls around the back yard. But after years of playing the game, I still can’t understand why golf is so addictive. What is it about golf that gets under your skin? What is it that inspires people to spend hundreds of dollars on a putter or some special club that promises more distance off the tee? Golf is like a bag of potato chips. Once you open the bag and take a bite, you’re hooked. Pretty soon the bag is empty, and you’re trying to figure out the best way to get to the crumbs without dumping the bag upside down over your head. Yeah, you’ll deny it, but we’ve all been there. I have several friends who are golfers. They started talking about the golf season a couple of weeks ago, when the courses still were under several feet of snow and most of us still were skiing. I’ll bet my last dollar that those same people still will be golfing next fall when most of us are looking for the snow shovels in the garage. Between those two dates, those people will spend as much time as possible on the golf course. They will use the carpet in their living rooms as a putting green and won’t be able to sleep at night before flipping through the pages of Golf Digest. For most, the goal is not to make it to the PGA Tour, and they’re not even out to impress their friends on the course. They play golf for the love of the game. They simply enjoy spending their weekends on the freshly mowed fairways and perfectly groomed greens of the golf course — any golf course. For them, those sunny afternoons are nature’s way of reminding us all that we should go outside and enjoy our summers playing a game. There was a time in my life when I not only understood the obsession but also would have been out there myself. After all, golf is the perfect excuse to cut out early on a Friday, and I know it’s better than working around the house on a Saturday afternoon. Maybe that’s why golf is the perfect obsession for so may people. There’s no hangover, and its hard to find fault with people who want to spend their afternoons hanging out with Mother Nature. I’m sure my dad was hoping I would get hooked 30 some years ago when he handed me my first golf club. Who knows, there still might be a chance for me. Somewhere deep inside, there’s still a little part of me that longs to get back out on the golf course.

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Dawes takes center ice

Steamboat Springs hockey star earns recognition for talent Luke Graham

Obsessed with a game

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STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

Matt Dawes is the best high school hockey goalie in the state. There isn’t much debate. He steals games, makes saves he shouldn’t and always had the Steamboat Springs High School hockey team in a position to win. The numbers don’t lie. He led the state in wins, was second in shutout and his goals-against average was second among goalies with more than 15 starts.

Other coaches and media outlets recognized Dawes’ work, naming him to the Colorado High School Activities Association and The Denver Post first team All-State teams. “That Dawes kid is outstanding,” said Lewis-Palmer coach Steve Fillo, whose team lost in the state championship game. “He’s something special. He could steal a game for you at any time.” But if you look beyond the obvious, more than the numbers and high marks from coaches show just how special Dawes

really is. The junior is a sponge for information, might be the most prepared athlete in the state and has worked endlessly for everything he has received. “He gives you the opportunity to win every game for sure,” Steamboat coach Jeff Ruff said. “As long as we have offense and the ability to get points, he’s a game-stealer. He’s the make-orbreak guy that did keep us in games, especially early in (the) FILE PHOTO season.” Steamboat Springs High School goalie Matt Dawes blocks a shot during

a January game against Battle Mountain. Dawes just returned from the Chicago Showcase where he played with Team Colorado in the toughest division.

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Javelin takes flight Track event catching on at Routt County schools

avelin came in with a whimper. The centuries-old sport made what might have been its Northwest Colorado debut with little fanfare Wednesday afternoon at the Hayden Middle STORY BY School JOEL track meet. REICHENBERGER Many of the day’s first athletes had never even thrown a javelin before, and the inexperience showed as their tosses clanged to the ground after less than 30 feet. It didn’t take long for the competition to heat up, however. Even with just three throws, the athletes improved, and by the time Hayden eighth-grader Mark Doolin was up, the javelin was soaring high and far over the football field behind Hayden High School. Mark won the first javelin competition in Routt County that anyone can remember. If several area track coaches have their way, the flight of the javelin won’t end anytime soon.

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Target 2012 The javelin event isn’t recognized by the Colorado High School Activities Association, meaning it isn’t contested at the CHSAA-sanctioned state championship meet. There’s an effort to change that, however. A group of coaches approached the CHSAA’s track and field committee in 2007 and petitioned to have the event included. “It was almost unanimously voted down,” said Rhonda Blanford-Green, CHSAA administrator of track and field. “But they’re trying to get some information to come back to the committee with a more comprehensive report.” Among the issues that initially soured the committee on the idea were the cost of a new event, uncertainties about a

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Hayden eighth-grader Mark Doolin leans back to hurl the javelin Wednesday at a middle school track meet in Hayden. Javelin isn’t an approved Colorado High School Activities Association event, but there’s a movement to eventually have it included in the CHSAA state track meet. Area schools have been practicing javelin throwing, and the event was included for the first time at Wednesday’s middle school meet. The event also will be contested at Monday’s Hayden High School track meet at Moffat County High School.

statewide level of interest and, of course, safety. “It’s another object that’s airborne,” said David Hammerschmidt, track coach at Thornton High School on the Front Range and a mem-

ber of the CHSAA committee the year javelin was first pitched. “There are a lot of meet logistics to figure out. Javelin takes up a lot of area. Also, the biggest complaint I get from parents is that track

meets are too long already. “That’s not to say I wouldn’t be in favor of it. I just need to hear more.” Steamboat Springs High See Javelin, page 5C

In a relieved New Orleans locker room, Chris Paul and James Posey chatted about all the hard fouls, and all the flying bodies that more than anything defined For more the Hornets’ first win of this Saturday’s NBA postseason. playoff games “This is the See page 3C fun part of the playoffs, all the contact, all the flagrant fouls,” Paul said. “You never want anyNEXT GAME: one to get hurt, Nuggets but after it’s all at New Orleans said and done, you smile about 6:30 p.m. it because that’s Monday the nature of the sport.” Playing a grueling 46 minutes and shaking off a hard foul committed against him, Paul had 32 points and 12 assists, helping New Orleans hold on for a 95-93 victory against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday in Game 3 of their first-round series. The Hornets cut Denver’s lead in the series to 2-1, with Game 4 on Monday night. Posey, who sprained his right knee in the first quarter but returned before halftime, had 13 points and nine rebounds, none more important than his last, which came after Carmelo Anthony’s jumper for the lead bounced out with under 5 seconds left. Posey also played the last 4:39 with five fouls. Denver shot 40.5 percent after shooting 50 percent in each of the first two games.

Wood takes CU walk-on spot Steamboat Springs senior chooses shot at Buffs football Luke Graham

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STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

Alex Wood isn’t thinking in the short term. The Steamboat Springs High School senior realizes it might be two, three or even four years before he contributes on the field for the University of Colorado football team.

But Wood — a two-time allstate selection and the Sailors leading receiver the past two seasons — just wants the chance to continue playing his favorite sport. That’s why Wood accepted a preferred walk-on spot with Colorado, turning down similar offers from Colorado State University and Kansas State University.

Wood also had opportunities — though a little bit more risky — to continue his career in baseball. Still, in the end, Wood opted for his favorite sport. “It’s what I really like the most,” Wood said. “Everyone kept saying go with what you love to play.” Wood narrowed his choicSee Football, page 5C

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Steamboat Springs High School senior Alex Wood has accepted a preferred walk-on spot with the University of Colorado.

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SPORTS Scoreboard

NBA PLAYOFFS The Associated Press All Times MDT FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) EASTERN CONFERENCE Cleveland vs. Detroit Saturday, April 18: Cleveland 102, Detroit 84 Tuesday, April 21: Cleveland 94, Detroit 82 Friday, April 24: Cleveland 79, Detroit 68, Cleveland leads series 3-0 Sunday, April 26: Cleveland at Detroit, 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 29: Detroit at Cleveland, TBA, if necessary Friday, May 1: Cleveland at Detroit, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: Detroit at Cleveland, TBA, if necessary Boston vs. Chicago Saturday, April 18: Chicago 105, Boston 103, OT Monday, April 20: Boston 118, Chicago 115 Thursday, April 23: Boston 107, Chicago 86, Boston leads series 2-1 Sunday, April 26: Boston at Chicago, 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 28: Chicago at Boston, 5 p.m. Thursday, April 30: Boston at Chicago, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Chicago at Boston, TBA, if necessary Orlando vs. Philadelphia Sunday, April 19: Philadelphia 100, Orlando 98 Wednesday, April 22: Orlando 96, Philadelphia 87 Friday, April 24: Philadelphia 96, Orlando 94, Philadelphia leads series 2-1 Sunday, April 26: Orlando at Philadelphia, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28: Philadelphia at Orlando, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30: Orlando at Philadelphia, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Philadelphia at Orlando, TBA, if necessary Atlanta vs. Miami Sunday, April 19: Atlanta 90, Miami 64 Wednesday, April 22: Miami 108, Atlanta 93 Saturday, April 25: Miami 107, Atlanta 78, Miami leads series 2-1 Monday, April 27: Atlanta at Miami, 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 29: Miami at Atlanta, TBA Friday, May 1: Atlanta at Miami, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: Miami at Atlanta, TBA, if necessary WESTERN CONFERENCE L.A. Lakers vs. Utah Sunday, April 19: L.A. Lakers 113, Utah 100 Tuesday, April 21: L.A. Lakers 119, Utah 109 Thursday, April 23: Utah 88, L.A. Lakers 86 Saturday, April 25: L.A. Lakers 108, Utah 94, L.A. Lakers lead series 3-1 Monday, April 27: Utah at L.A. Lakers, 8:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30: L.A. Lakers at Utah, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Utah at L.A. Lakers, TBA, if necessary Denver vs. New Orleans Sunday, April 19: Denver 113, New Orleans 84 Wednesday, April 22: Denver 108, New Orleans 93 Saturday, April 25: New Orleans 95, Denver 93, Denver leads series 2-1 Monday, April 27: Denver at New Orleans, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 29: New Orleans at Denver, TBA Friday, May 1: Denver at New Orleans, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: New Orleans at Denver, TBA, if necessary San Antonio vs. Dallas Saturday, April 18: Dallas 105, San Antonio 97 Monday, April 20: San Antonio 105, Dallas 84 Thursday, April 23: Dallas 88, San Antonio 67 Saturday, April 25: Dallas 99, San Antonio 90, Dallas leads series 3-1 Tuesday, April 28: Dallas at San Antonio, 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 1: San Antonio at Dallas, TBA, if necessary Sunday, May 3: Dallas at San Antonio, TBA, if necessary Portland vs. Houston Saturday, April 18: Houston 108, Portland 81 Tuesday, April 21: Portland 107, Houston 103 Friday, April 24: Houston 86, Portland 83, Houston leads series 2-1 Sunday, April 26: Portland at Houston, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 28: Houston at Portland, 8 p.m. Thursday, April 30: Portland at Houston, TBA, if necessary Saturday, May 2: Houston at Portland, TBA, if necessary

NHL PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) EASTERN CONFERENCE Boston 4, Montreal 0 Thursday, April 16: Boston 4, Montreal 2 Saturday, April 18: Boston 5, Montreal 1 Monday, April 20: Boston 4, Montreal 2 Wednesday, April 22: Boston 4, Montreal 1 Washington vs. N.Y. Rangers Wednesday, April 15: N.Y. Rangers 4, Washington 3 Saturday, April 18: N.Y. Rangers 1, Washington 0 Monday, April 20: Washington 4, N.Y. Rangers 0 Wednesday, April 22: N.Y. Rangers 2, Washington 1 Friday, April 24: Washington 4, N.Y. Rangers 0, N.Y. Rangers lead series 3-2 Sunday, April 26: Washington at N.Y. Rangers, noon Tuesday, April 28: N.Y. Rangers at Washington, 5 p.m., if necessary New Jersey vs. Carolina Wednesday, April 15: New Jersey 4, Carolina 1 Friday, April 17: Carolina 2, New Jersey 1, OT Sunday, April 19: New Jersey 3, Carolina 2, OT Tuesday, April 21: Carolina 4, New Jersey 3 Thursday, April 23: New Jersey 1, Carolina 0, New Jersey leads series 3-2 Sunday, April 26: New Jersey at Carolina, 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28: Carolina at New Jersey, 5:30 p.m., if necessary Pittsburgh vs. Philadelphia Wednesday, April 15: Pittsburgh 4, Philadelphia 1 Friday, April 17: Pittsburgh 3, Philadelphia 2, OT Sunday, April 19: Philadelphia 6, Pittsburgh 3 Tuesday, April 21: Pittsburgh 3, Philadelphia 1 Thursday, April 23: Philadelphia 3, Pittsburgh 0 Saturday, April 25: Pittsburgh 5, Philadelphia 3, Pittsburgh wins series 4-2 WESTERN CONFERENCE San Jose vs. Anaheim Thursday, April 16: Anaheim 2, San Jose 0 Sunday, April 19: Anaheim 3, San Jose 2 Tuesday, April 21: San Jose 4, Anaheim 3 Thursday, April 23: Anaheim 4, San Jose 0 Saturday, April 25: San Jose 3, Anaheim 2, OT,

Anaheim leads series 3-2 Monday, April 27: San Jose at Anaheim, 8:30 p.m., if necessary Wednesday, April 29: Anaheim at San Jose, TBD, if necessary Detroit 4, Columbus 0 Thursday, April 16: Detroit 4, Columbus 1 Saturday, April 18: Detroit 4, Columbus 0 Tuesday, April 21: Detroit 4, Columbus 1 Thursday, April 23: Detroit 6, Columbus 5 Vancouver 4, St. Louis 0 Wednesday, April 15: Vancouver 2, St. Louis 1 Friday, April 17: Vancouver 3, St. Louis 0 Sunday, April 19: Vancouver 3, St. Louis 2 Tuesday, April 21: Vancouver 3, St. Louis 2, OT Chicago vs. Calgary Thursday, April 16: Chicago 3, Calgary 2, OT Saturday, April 18: Chicago 3, Calgary 2 Monday, April 20: Calgary 4, Chicago 2 Wednesday, April 22: Calgary 6, Chicago 4 Saturday, April 25: Chicago 5, Calgary 1, Chicago leads series 3-2 Monday, April 27: Chicago at Calgary, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 29: Calgary at Chicago, TBD, if necessary

MLB AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division W L Pct GB Toronto 13 6 .684 — Boston 11 6 .647 1 New York 9 8 .529 3 Baltimore 8 10 .444 4 1/2 Tampa Bay 7 11 .389 5 1/2 Central Division W L Pct GB Chicago 9 8 .529 — Detroit 9 8 .529 — Kansas City 9 8 .529 — Minnesota 9 9 .500 1/2 Cleveland 6 12 .333 3 1/2 West Division W L Pct GB Seattle 12 6 .667 — Texas 8 9 .471 3 1/2 Oakland 6 10 .375 5 Los Angeles 6 11 .353 5 1/2 ——— Friday’s Games Minnesota 5, Cleveland 1 Texas 5, Baltimore 4 Boston 5, N.Y. Yankees 4, 11 innings Kansas City 6, Detroit 1 Toronto 14, Chicago White Sox 0 Tampa Bay 8, Oakland 2 Seattle 8, L.A. Angels 3 Saturday’s Games Oakland 5, Tampa Bay 2 Boston 16, N.Y. Yankees 11 Texas 6, Baltimore 5 Minnesota 7, Cleveland 1 Chicago White Sox 10, Toronto 2 Detroit 9, Kansas City 1 Seattle 9, L.A. Angels 8 Sunday’s Games Minnesota (Perkins 1-1) at Cleveland (Laffey 1-0), 11:05 a.m. Texas (McCarthy 2-0) at Baltimore (Bergesen 1-0), 11:35 a.m. Toronto (Halladay 3-1) at Chicago White Sox (Contreras 0-3), 12:05 p.m. Detroit (Galarraga 2-0) at Kansas City (Ponson 0-2), 12:10 p.m. Seattle (Washburn 3-0) at L.A. Angels (Weaver 1-1), 1:35 p.m. Tampa Bay (Sonnanstine 0-2) at Oakland (Eveland 0-1), 2:05 p.m. N.Y. Yankees (Pettitte 2-0) at Boston (Masterson 1-0), 6:05 p.m. Monday’s Games N.Y. Yankees at Detroit, 5:05 p.m. Boston at Cleveland, 5:05 p.m. Texas at Baltimore, 5:05 p.m. Toronto at Kansas City, 6:10 p.m. Tampa Bay at Minnesota, 6:10 p.m. Seattle at Chicago White Sox, 6:11 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE East Division W L Pct GB Florida 11 6 .647 — Atlanta 9 8 .529 2 Philadelphia 8 8 .500 2 1/2 New York 8 9 .471 3 Washington 3 13 .188 7 1/2 Central Division W L Pct GB St. Louis 13 5 .722 — Pittsburgh 10 7 .588 2 1/2 Cincinnati 9 8 .529 3 1/2 Chicago 8 8 .500 4 Milwaukee 8 9 .471 4 1/2 Houston 6 12 .333 7 West Division W L Pct GB Los Angeles 13 5 .722 — San Diego 10 7 .588 2 1/2 San Francisco 8 8 .500 4 Arizona 6 11 .353 6 1/2 Colorado 5 11 .313 7 ——— Friday’s Games Philadelphia 7, Florida 3 N.Y. Mets 4, Washington 3 Atlanta 4, Cincinnati 3 Milwaukee 5, Houston 2 St. Louis 4, Chicago Cubs 3 L.A. Dodgers 6, Colorado 5 San Francisco 5, Arizona 1 San Diego 4, Pittsburgh 3, 11 innings Saturday’s Games Atlanta 10, Cincinnati 2 N.Y. Mets 8, Washington 2 St. Louis 8, Chicago Cubs 2 Milwaukee 9, Houston 8, 11 innings Philadelphia 6, Florida 4, 10 innings L.A. Dodgers 6, Colorado 5 San Francisco 5, Arizona 3 Pittsburgh 10, San Diego 1 Sunday’s Games Philadelphia (Moyer 2-1) at Florida (Taylor 0-0), 10:10 a.m. Atlanta (Kawakami 1-2) at Cincinnati (Owings 0-2), 11:10 a.m. Washington (Zimmermann 1-0) at N.Y. Mets (O.Perez 1-1), 11:10 a.m. Milwaukee (Parra 0-3) at Houston (R.Ortiz 1-0), 12:05 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Harden 1-1) at St. Louis (Wellemeyer 1-1), 12:15 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 0-1) at Colorado (Marquis 2-1), 1:10 p.m. Pittsburgh (Ohlendorf 1-2) at San Diego (Peavy 2-2), 2:05 p.m. San Francisco (Cain 2-0) at Arizona (Garland 2-1), 2:10 p.m. Monday’s Games Washington at Philadelphia, 5:05 p.m. St. Louis at Atlanta, 5:10 p.m. Houston at Cincinnati, 5:10 p.m. Florida at N.Y. Mets, 5:10 p.m. Pittsburgh at Milwaukee, 6:05 p.m.

San Diego at Colorado, 6:40 p.m. Chicago Cubs at Arizona, 7:40 p.m. L.A. Dodgers at San Francisco, 8:15 p.m. AMERICAN LEAGUE’S TOP TEN G AB R H Pct. Youkilis Bos 17 63 20 28 .444 VMartinez Cle 18 74 13 30 .405 MiCabrera Det 17 65 12 25 .385 Kinsler Tex 17 73 18 28 .384 Markakis Bal 18 69 20 26 .377 AHill Tor 19 85 13 32 .376 Longoria TB 16 64 11 24 .375 Cano NYY 17 71 15 26 .366 Bartlett TB 17 63 11 23 .365 Abreu LAA 17 68 8 24 .353 Home Runs CPena, Tampa Bay, 8; Hunter, Los Angeles, 7; Kinsler, Texas, 7; Quentin, Chicago, 7; 4 tied at 6. Runs Batted In Lowell, Boston, 22; CPena, Tampa Bay, 21; Kinsler, Texas, 20; Markakis, Baltimore, 19; AHill, Toronto, 18; Sizemore, Cleveland, 18; Huff, Baltimore, 17. Pitching (2 Decisions) Greinke, Kansas City, 4-0, 1.000; Slowey, Minnesota, 3-0, 1.000; FHernandez, Seattle, 3-0, 1.000; Frasor, Toronto, 3-0, 1.000; Washburn, Seattle, 3-0, 1.000; Buehrle, Chicago, 3-0, 1.000; Penny, Boston, 2-0, 1.000. NATIONAL LEAGUE’S TOP TEN G AB R H Pct. Beltran NYM 17 65 7 27 .415 Hudson LAD 18 73 17 27 .370 NJohnson Was 15 58 10 21 .362 Braun Mil 17 64 10 23 .359 Votto Cin 17 67 8 24 .358 Church NYM 17 53 6 19 .358 Ludwick StL 15 59 9 21 .356 Pujols StL 18 66 20 23 .348 Fukudome ChC 16 58 12 20 .345 Theriot ChC 16 61 7 21 .344 Home Runs Pujols, St. Louis, 7; AdGonzalez, San Diego, 6; 6 tied at 5. Runs Batted In Pujols, St. Louis, 25; Ethier, Los Angeles, 20; Ludwick, St. Louis, 19; Uggla, Florida, 16; Votto, Cincinnati, 16; Delgado, New York, 15; 7 tied at 14. Pitching (2 Decisions) Billingsley, Los Angeles, 4-0, 1.000; Maholm, Pittsburgh, 3-0, 1.000; Condrey, Philadelphia, 3-0, 1.000; Meredith, San Diego, 3-0, 1.000; Lohse, St. Louis, 3-0, 1.000; Pineiro, St. Louis, 3-0, 1.000; TPena, Arizona, 2-0, 1.000.

NFL DRAFT 2009 NFL TEAM-BY-TEAM DRAFT Arizona 1 (31) Chris Wells, rb, Ohio State. 2 (63) Cody Brown, lb, Connecticut. Atlanta 1 (24) Peria Jerry, dt, Mississippi. 2 (55) William Moore, db, Missouri. Baltimore 1 (23) Michael Oher, ot, Mississippi. 2 (57) Paul Kruger, de, Utah. Buffalo 1 (11) Aaron Maybin, de, Penn State. 1 (28) Eric Wood, c, Louisville. 2 (42) Jairus Byrd, db, Oregon. 2 (51) Andy Levitre, g, Oregon State. Carolina 2 (43) Everette Brown, de, Florida State. 2 (59) Sherrod Martin, db, Troy. Chicago None. Cincinnati 1 (6) Andre Smith, ot, Alabama. 2 (38) Rey Maualuga, lb, Southern Cal. Cleveland 1 (21) Alex Mack, c, California. 2 (36) Brian Robiskie, wr, Ohio State. 2 (50) Mohamed Massaquoi, wr, Georgia. 2 (52) David Veikune, de, Hawaii. Dallas None. Denver 1 (12) Knowshon Moreno, rb, Georgia. 1 (18) Robert Ayers, de, Tennessee. 2 (37) Alphonso Smith, db, Wake Forest. 2 (48) Darcel McBath, db, Texas Tech. 2 (64) Richard Quinn, te, North Carolina. Detroit 1 (1) Matthew Stafford, qb, Georgia. 1 (20) Brandon Pettigrew, te, Oklahoma State. 2 (33) Louis Delmas, db, Western Michigan. Green Bay 1 (9) B.J. Raji, dt, Boston College. 1 (26) Clay Matthews, lb, Southern Cal. Houston 1 (15) Brian Cushing, lb, Southern Cal. 2 (46) Connor Barwin, de, Cincinnati. Indianapolis 1 (27) Donald Brown, rb, Connecticut. 2 (56) Fili Moala, dt, Southern Cal. Jacksonville 1 (8) Eugene Monroe, ot, Virginia. 2 (39) Eben Britton, ot, Arizona. Kansas City 1 (3) Tyson Jackson, de, LSU. Miami 1 (25) Vontae Davis, db, Illinois. 2 (44) Pat White, qb, West Virginia. 2 (61) Sean Smith, db, Utah. Minnesota 1 (22) Percy Harvin, wr, Florida. 2 (54) Phil Loadholt, ot, Oklahoma. New England 2 (34) Patrick Chung, db, Oregon. 2 (40) Ron Brace, dt, Boston College. 2 (41) Darius Butler, db, Connecticut. 2 (58) Sebastian Vollmer, ot, Houston. New Orleans 1 (14) Malcolm Jenkins, db, Ohio State. New York Giants 1 (29) Hakeem Nicks, wr, North Carolina. 2 (45) Clint Sintim, lb, Virginia. 2 (60) Will Beatty, ot, Connectitcut. New York Jets 1 (5) Mark Sanchez, qb, Southern Cal. Oakland 1 (7) Darrius Heyward-Bey, wr, Maryland. 2 (47) Michael Mitchell, db, Ohio. Philadelphia 1 (19) Jeremy Maclin, wr, Missouri. 2 (53) LeSean McCoy, rb, Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh 1 (32) Evander Hood, dt, Missouri. St. Louis 1 (2) Jason Smith, ot, Baylor. 2 (35) James Laurinaitis, lb, Ohio State. San Diego 1 (16) Larry English, lb, Northern Illinois. San Francisco 1 (10) Michael Crabtree, wr, Texas Tech. Seattle 1 (4) Aaron Curry, lb, Wake Forest. 2 (49) Max Unger, c, Oregon. Tampa Bay 1 (17) Josh Freeman, qb, Kansas State. Tennessee 1 (30) Kenny Britt, wr, Rutgers. 2 (62) Sen’Derrick Marks, dt, Auburn. Washington 1 (13) Brian Orakpo, de, Texas.

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Burning rubber

Graham Rahal blasts out of the pits during practice for Sunday’s IRL RoadRunner Turbo Indy 300 race at the Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan., on Saturday.

MLS EASTERN CONFERENCE W L Chicago 2 0 Kansas City 3 2 Toronto FC 2 2 New England 2 1 D.C. United 1 1 New York 1 3 Columbus 0 2 WESTERN CONFERENCE W L Chivas USA 5 1 Seattle FC 4 2 Real Salt Lake 3 2 Colorado 2 2 San Jose 1 3 Houston 1 2 Los Angeles 0 1 FC Dallas 1 4

T 4 1 2 2 3 2 4

Pts 10 10 8 8 6 5 4

GF 12 9 8 5 6 3 7

GA 9 7 9 9 6 6 11

T 1 0 0 2 2 2 4 1

Pts 16 12 9 8 5 5 4 4

GF 10 9 12 8 7 4 6 6

GA 3 3 6 8 11 5 7 12

NOTE: Three points for victory, one point for tie. ——— Wednesday’s Game Toronto FC 1, Chivas USA 0 Thursday’s Game Kansas City 1, New York 0 Saturday’s Games Chicago 2, Columbus 2, tie Real Salt Lake 6, New England 0 Los Angeles 1, Colorado 1, tie Seattle FC 2, San Jose 0 Chivas USA 2, FC Dallas 0 Sunday’s Games D.C. United at New York, 1 p.m. Kansas City at Toronto FC, 3 p.m. Saturday, May 2 Columbus at Toronto FC, 2 p.m. FC Dallas at D.C. United, 5:30 p.m. Seattle FC at Chicago, 6:30 p.m. Real Salt Lake at Colorado, 7:30 p.m. New York at Los Angeles, 8:30 p.m. Chivas USA at San Jose, 8:30 p.m. Sunday, May 3 Houston at New England, 1 p.m.

RACING — GRAND AM GRAND-AM ROLEX SPORTS CAR-BOSCH ENGINEERING 250 RESULTS Saturday At Virginia International Raceway Danville, Va. Lap length: 3.27 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (99) DP; Jon Fogarty, Alex Gurney; GAINSCO/ Bob Stallings Racing; Pontiac Riley; 81 laps, 96.074 mph. 2. (6) DP; John Pew, Michael Valiante; Michael Shank Racing; Ford Riley; 81. 3. (58) DP; Darren Law, David Donohue; Brumos Porsche; Porsche Riley; 81. 4. (55) DP; Scott Tucker, Christophe Bouchut; SuperCar Life Racing; BMW Riley; 81. 5. (77) DP; Memo Gidley, Brad Jaeger; Doran Racing; Ford Dallara; 81. 6. (60) DP; Mark Patterson, Oswaldo Negri Jr.; Michael Shank Racing; Ford Riley; 81. 7. (12) DP; Romain Dumas, Timo Bernhard; Penske Racing; Porsche Riley; 81. 8. (59) DP; JC France, Joao Barbosa; Brumos Porsche; Porsche Riley; 81. 9. (45) DP; Darren Manning, Bill Lester; Orbit Racing; BMW Riley; 80. 10. (09) DP; Guy Cosmo, Scott Russell; Spirit of Daytona Racing; Porsche Coyote; 79. 11. (61) DP; Burt Frisselle, Mark Wilkins; AIM Autosport; Ford Riley; 79. 12. (01) DP; Scott Pruett, Memo Rojas; TELMEX Chip Ganassi with Felix Sabates; Lexus Riley; 78. 13. (10) DP; Max Angelelli, Brian Frisselle; SunTrust Racing; Ford Dallara; 78. 14. (57) GT; Robin Liddell, Andrew Davis; Stevenson Motorsports; Pontiac GXP.R. 15. (07) GT; Paul Edwards, Kelly Collins; Banner Racing; Pontiac GXP.R; 78. 16. (70) GT; Sylvain Tremblay, Nick Ham; SpeedSource; Mazda RX-8; 78. 17. (87) GT; Dirk Werner, Leh Keen; Farnbacher Loles Racing; Porsche GT3 Cup; 78. 18. (86) GT; Eric Lux, Wolf Henzler; Farnbacher Loles Racing; Porsche GT3 Cup; 78. 19. (66) GT; Ted Ballou, Spencer Pumpelly; TRG; Porsche GT3 Cup; 78. 20. (40) GT; Joe Foster, Charles Espenlaub; Dempsey Racing; Mazda RX-8; 78. 21. (30) GT; Bryce Miller, Dane Cameron; Racers Edge Motorsports; Mazda RX-8; 78. 22. (65) GT; Craig Stanton, John Potter; TRG/ Riegel/Stanton; Porsche GT3 Cup; 78. 23. (32) GT; Mike Forest, Lawson Aschenbach; PR1 Motorsports; Pontiac GXP.R; 77. 24. (68) GT; Josemanuel Gutierrez, Scott Schroeder; TRG; Porsche GT3 Cup; 77. 25. (13) DP; Ricky Taylor, Jared Beyer; Beyer Racing; Pontiac Riley; 75. 26. (2) DP; Andy Wallace, Rob Finlay; ChildressHoward Motorsports; Pontiac Crawford; 73. 27. (31) GT; Dion von Moltke, Hennie Groenewald; Battery Tender/MCM Racing; Porsche GT3 Cup; 64. 28. (43) GT; Wayne Nonnamaker, Joe Nonnamaker; Team Sahlen; Corvette; 52. 29. (21) GT; Ryan Phinny, Romeo Kapudija, Romeo Kapudija; Battery Tender/MCM Racing; Pontiac GTO.R; 37. 30. (67) GT; Justin Marks, Andy Lally; TRG; Porsche GT3 Cup; 33. 31. (42) GT; Joe Sahlen; Team Sahlen; Corvette;

20. 32. (71) GT; Kevin Grant; Synergy Racing; Porsche 997; 13. 33. (69) GT; Emil Assentato; SpeedSource; Mazda RX-8; 5. 34. (76) DP; Nic Jonsson; Krohn Racing; Ford Lola; 1. RACE STATISTICS Time of Race: 2 hours, 45 minutes, 25.005 seconds. Margin of Victory: 0.704 seconds. Caution Flags: Four for 17 laps. Lead Changes: 11 among 9 drivers/7 cars. Lap Leaders: Memo Rojas 1-4, Jon Fogarty 5-8, Timo Bernhard 9-17, Brian Frisselle 18-19, Memo Rojas 20-36, Max Angelelli 37, Memo Rojas 3843, Michael Valiante 44, Darren Manning 45-47, Andy Wallace 48-50, Michael Valiante 51-64, Alex Gurney 65-81.

RACING — NASCAR NASCAR-NATIONWIDE-AARON’S 312 RESULTS Saturday At Talladega Superspeedway Talladega, Ala. Lap length: 2.66 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (14) David Ragan, Ford, 120 laps, 90 rating, 190 points, $51,245. 2. (1) Ryan Newman, Chevrolet, 120, 115, 175, $43,025. 3. (16) Joey Logano, Toyota, 120, 113.6, 170, $32,200. 4. (23) Tony Raines, Chevrolet, 120, 78.7, 160, $37,968. 5. (12) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 120, 101.5, 160, $25,150. 6. (4) Jason Leffler, Toyota, 120, 112.1, 150, $31,593. 7. (21) Jason Keller, Ford, 120, 87.9, 146, $29,193. 8. (8) Scott Lagasse Jr., Toyota, 120, 92.6, 147, $31,643. 9. (10) Brad Keselowski, Chevrolet, 120, 95.4, 143, $27,918. 10. (9) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 120, 107.7, 144, $21,975. 11. (19) Joe Nemechek, Chevrolet, 120, 84.9, 130, $27,768. 12. (20) Kerry Earnhardt, Chevrolet, 120, 82.5, 127, $21,075. 13. (6) Carl Edwards, Ford, 120, 109.7, 129, $21,475. 14. (17) Brian Keselowski, Dodge, 120, 74.6, 126, $27,243. 15. (41) Michael McDowell, Toyota, 120, 76.6, 118, $27,868. 16. (39) Robert Richardson Jr., Chevrolet, 120, 54.3, 115, $27,293. 17. (30) Kenny Wallace, Chevrolet, 120, 50.9, 112, $26,868. 18. (31) John Wes Townley, Ford, 120, 52.1, 109, $26,718. 19. (11) D.J. Kennington, Dodge, 120, 64.6, 106, $26,593. 20. (2) Brian Vickers, Toyota, 120, 112.6, 108, $21,400. 21. (22) Michael Annett, Toyota, 120, 83, 100, $26,293. 22. (27) Kertus Davis, Chevrolet, 120, 44.2, 97, $19,675. 23. (34) Morgan Shepherd, Chevrolet, 120, 52.4, 99, $28,493. 24. (37) David Green, Toyota, 120, 48.8, 91, $26,268. 25. (36) Eric McClure, Ford, 120, 55.4, 88, $25,868. 26. (32) John Borneman III, Ford, 120, 46.2, 85, $19,100. 27. (26) Shelby Howard, Chevrolet, 120, 52.9, 82, $18,975. 28. (33) Donnie Neuenberger, Chevrolet, 119, 33.6, 79, $25,318. 29. (24) David Reutimann, Toyota, 118, 50.2, 76, $18,725. 30. (42) Brandon Whitt, Ford, 118, 45.8, 73, $25,268. 31. (7) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 117, 62.2, 75, $19,450. 32. (28) Justin Allgaier, Dodge, accident, 114, 80.1, 67, $24,843. 33. (5) Bobby Gerhart, Chevrolet, accident, 114, 55, 64, $18,560. 34. (35) Steve Wallace, Chevrolet, suspension, 109, 85.3, 61, $24,768. 35. (3) Matt Kenseth, Ford, accident, 104, 73.1, 63, $18,615. 36. (43) Jeff Green, Chevrolet, 104, 39.7, 55, $24,673. 37. (38) Danny O’Quinn Jr., Chevrolet, engine, 86, 33.5, 52, $24,638. 38. (18) Brendan Gaughan, Chevrolet, overheating, 73, 43.5, 49, $24,603. 39. (25) Mike Wallace, Chevrolet, engine, 58, 63.4, 51, $18,100. 40. (13) Michael Waltrip, Toyota, accident, 52, 69.4, 48, $18,015. 41. (40) Mike Bliss, Chevrolet, overheating, 41, 49.6, 40, $24,448. 42. (15) Kenny Hendrick, Dodge, overheating, 19, 48.5, 37, $24,413. 43. (29) Mark Green, Chevrolet, vibration, 2, 33.3, 34, $17,873. RACE STATISTICS Average Speed of Race Winner: 149.004 mph. Time of Race: 2 hours, 8 minutes, 32 seconds. Margin of Victory: 0.30 seconds. Caution Flags: Six for 20 laps.

Lead Changes: 34 among 15 drivers. Lap Leaders: B.Vickers 1; S.Lagasse Jr. 2-3; D.Earnhardt Jr. 4; S.Lagasse Jr. 5-6; C.Edwards 7-16; M.Waltrip 17; C.Edwards 18-23; J.Logano 24; R.Newman 25-28; C.Edwards 29-31; D.Earnhardt Jr. 32; R.Newman 33; Ky.Busch 34; C.Edwards 35; M.Waltrip 36; D.Earnhardt Jr. 37-39; Bra. Keselowski 40; M.Shepherd 41-43; M.Kenseth 44-46; Ky.Busch 47; C.Bowyer 48-49; K.Busch 50; B.Vickers 51; Ky.Busch 52-54; M.Wallace 55; Ky.Busch 56-74; Bra.Keselowski 75-88; Bri. Keselowski 89; Bra.Keselowski 90-93; Ky.Busch 94-99; D.Earnhardt Jr. 100-102; M.Kenseth 103; R.Newman 104-119; D.Ragan 120. Leaders Summary (Driver, Times Led, Laps Led): Ky.Busch, 6 times for 31 laps; R.Newman, 3 times for 21 laps; C.Edwards, 4 times for 20 laps; Bra. Keselowski, 3 times for 19 laps; D.Earnhardt Jr., 4 times for 8 laps; S.Lagasse Jr., 2 times for 4 laps; M.Kenseth, 2 times for 4 laps; M.Shepherd, 1 time for 3 laps; B.Vickers, 2 times for 2 laps; C.Bowyer, 1 time for 2 laps; M.Waltrip, 2 times for 2 laps; D.Ragan, 1 time for 1 lap; J.Logano, 1 time for 1 lap; Bri.Keselowski, 1 time for 1 lap; M.Wallace, 1 time for 1 lap. Top 10 in Points: 1. Ky.Busch, 1,219. 2. C.Edwards, 1,157. 3. D.Ragan, 1,139. 4. J.Leffler, 1,082. 5. J.Logano, 1,063. 6. Bra.Keselowski, 1,041. 7. J.Keller, 925. 8. S.Lagasse Jr., 886. 9. J.Allgaier, 885. 10. M.McDowell, 879. NASCAR DRIVER RATING FORMULA A maximum of 150 points can be attained in a race. The formula combines the following categories: Wins, Finishes, Top-15 Finishes, Average Running Position While on Lead Lap, Average Speed Under Green, Fastest Lap, Led Most Laps, Lead-Lap Finish.

RACING — IRL IRL-ROAD RUNNER TURBO INDY 300 LINEUP After Saturday’s qualifying; race Sunday At Kansas Speedway Kansas City, Kan. Lap length: 1.5 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (02) Graham Rahal, Dallara-Honda, 211.311. 2. (06) Robert Doornbos, Dallara-Honda, 210.665. 3. (7) Danica Patrick, Dallara-Honda, 210.470. 4. (9) Scott Dixon, Dallara-Honda, 210.368. 5. (26) Marco Andretti, Dallara-Honda, 210.220. 6. (5) Mario Moraes, Dallara-Honda, 210.197. 7. (6) Ryan Briscoe, Dallara-Honda, 210.098. 8. (11) Tony Kanaan, Dallara-Honda, 210.082. 9. (4) Dan Wheldon, Dallara-Honda, 209.144. 10. (20) Ed Carpenter, Dallara-Honda, 208.956. 11. (67) Sarah Fisher, Dallara-Honda, 208.543. 12. (23) Milka Duno, Dallara-Honda, 208.537. 13. (27) Hideki Mutoh, Dallara-Honda, 208.506. 14. (14) Vitor Meira, Dallara-Honda, 208.461. 15. (2) Raphael Matos, Dallara-Honda, 208.382. 16. (24) Mike Conway, Dallara-Honda, 208.145. 17. (18) Justin Wilson, Dallara-Honda, 207.971. 18. (13) E.J. Viso, Dallara-Honda, 206.779. 19. (98) Stanton Barrett, Dallara-Honda, 205.820. 20. (21) Ryan Hunter-Reay, Dallara-Honda, 205.673. 21. (10) Dario Franchitti, Dallara-Honda, no speed. 22. (3) Helio Castroneves, Dallara-Honda, no speed.

RACING — FORMULA ONE FORMULA ONE-BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX LINEUP At Bahrain International Circuit Sakhir, Bahrain Lap length: 5.412 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (9) Jarno Trulli, Toyota RVX-09, 208.53. 2. (10) Timo Glock, Toyota RVX-09, 207.905. 3. (15) Sebastian Vettel, Renault RS27, 207.235. 4. (22) Jenson Button, Mercedes-Benz FO108W, 207.171. 5. (1) Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes-Benz FO108W, 206.837. 6. (23) Rubens Barrichello, Mercedes-Benz FO108W, 206.742. 7. (7) Fernando Alonso, Renault RS27, 206.001. 8. (3) Felipe Massa, Ferrari 056, 205.48. 9. (16) Nico Rosberg, Toyota RVX-09, 207.797. 10. (4) Kimi Raikkonen, Ferrari 056, 204.269. 11. (2) Heikki Kovalainen, Mercedes-Benz FO108W, 208.953. 12. (17) Kazuki Nakajima, Toyota RVX-09, 208.716. 13. (5) Robert Kubica, BMW P86/9, 208.405. 14. (6) Nick Heidfeld, BMW P86/9, 208.238. 15. (8) Nelson Piquet Jr., Renault RS27, 207.398. 16. (12) Sebastien Buemi, Ferrari 056, 207.814. 17. (21) Giancarlo Fisichella, Mercedes-Benz FO108W, 207.467. 18. (14) Mark Webber, Renault RS27, 207.184. 19. (20) Adrian Sutil, Mercedes-Benz FO108W, 207.883. 20. (11) Sebastien Bourdais, Ferrari 056, 206.918.

TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX—Recalled RHP Lance Broadway from Charlotte (IL). NEW YORK YANKEES—Placed RHP Chien-Ming Wang and RHP Brian Bruney on the 15-day DL and INF Cody Ransom on the 60-day DL. Recalled RHP David Robertson and INF Angel Berroa from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (IL). Purchased the contract of RHP Mark Melancon from Scranton/WilkesBarre (IL). Released RHP Humberto Sanchez.

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The Los Angeles Lakers’ Pau Gasol is fouled by the Utah Jazz’s Carlos Boozer during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference playoffs at EnergySolutions Arena in Salt Lake City on Saturday. The Lakers won, 108-94.

Lakers beat Jazz, 108-94, in Game 4 NBA PLAYOFF ROUNDUP Williams had 23 points and 13 assists, and Carlos Boozer also scored 23 and pulled down 16 rebounds for Utah.

Mavericks 99, Spurs 90 DALLAS

Josh Howard scored 28 points, seven in an early second-half spurt that put the Dallas Mavericks ahead to stay in a 99-90 victory against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday that gave them a 3-1 lead in their first-round series. Tony Parker had 31 of his 43 points by halftime, matching

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Patrick Marleau scored his second game-winning goal of the playoffs 6:02 into overtime, and the top-seeded San Jose Sharks avoided first-round elimination with a 3-2 victory against the Anaheim Ducks in Game 5 on Saturday night. Evgeni Nabokov made 23 saves for the Sharks, who blew a two-goal lead early in the third period at the Shark Tank. San Jose stayed alive with a goal from its reconstituted top line when Joe Thornton circled the net and slipped the puck in front, where Devin Setoguchi and Marleau both hacked at it. The puck landed behind Anaheim goalie Jonas Hiller, who accidentally nudged it over the goal line. Video review confirmed the officials’ call while the Sharks already were in their dressing room, preparing to move on to Game 6 on Monday night. After San Jose’s stars floundered in the first four games, they excelled in the first elimination game. Thornton and Setoguchi scored their first goals of the series while San Jose largely dominated the first

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Stafford said. Then, Stafford picked up the check. Nine of the last 12 top overall picks have been quarterbacks. They have included the likes of Peyton and Eli Manning, Tim Couch, David Carr and Alex Smith. Baylor offensive tackle Jason Smith was the second pick, by the St. Louis Rams. The 6-foot4-inch, 306-pound former tight end should be used to playing for a weak team: Baylor was 18-31 in his four years there.

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Kobe Bryant followed his worst shooting game in years by scoring 38 points to lead the Lakers against the Jazz and give them a 3-1 series advantage. Bryant, who was 16-for-24, scored Los Angeles’ first 11 points, and once his teammates joined in, the Lakers overwhelmed the Jazz and moved within one game of advancing to the second round. Lamar Odom had 10 points and 15 rebounds, and Pau Gasol added 13 points for the Lakers, who host Game 5 on Monday night. Deron

Jermaine O’Neal added 22 points and 10 rebounds, and Miami extended Atlanta’s decade-plus road playoff drought. The Heat lead the series 21 and host Game 4 Monday night. It was over early: Atlanta missed 17 of its first 19 shots, and a 25-6 Heat run to end the first half pushed their lead to 50-29. Josh Smith, Al Horford and Mike Bibby scored 13 apiece for Atlanta, which is 0-12 in road playoff games since May 8, 1997, losing all but one by at least 10 points.

ENGLEWOOD

Josh McDaniels pulled a few big surprises in his first draft as coach of the Denver Broncos. McDaniels selected Georgia running back Knowshon Moreno at No. 12 on Saturday and then started addressing his many defensive holes with the addition of versatile passrusher Robert Ayers, of Tennessee, at No. 18. Taking Moreno ahead of Ayers raised some eyebrows, as did the Broncos’ maneuvering in Round 2. The Broncos drafted Alphonso Smith, a 5-foot-9-inch cornerback from Wake Forest with the 37th pick, which they acquired from Seattle in exchange for their first-round pick in 2010. The Broncos still have a firstrounder next year, which they received from Chicago in the Jay Cutler trade. — The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA

Sergei Gonchar scored 2:19 into the third period and Pittsburgh eliminated Philadelphia in Game 6 of the first-round Eastern Conference series. The Penguins, who beat the Flyers in the conference finals last year, have to wait to find out who they’ll play next. Meanwhile, the Flyers have to wait another year to pursue their first Stanley Cup championship since 1975. Sidney Crosby scored the tying goal in the second period and had an empty-netter in the final minute, Ruslan Fedotenko and Mark Eaton also scored, and Marc-Andre Fleury made 22 saves. Mike Knuble and Joffrey Lupul scored 51 seconds apart late in the first period, and Daniel Briere had a powerplay goal for the Flyers. After the Penguins scored

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three straight goals to tie it in the second, Gonchar put them ahead in the third when he ripped a slap shot past Martin Biron.

Blackhawks 5, Flames 1 CHICAGO

Patrick Sharp and Kris Versteeg scored 19 seconds apart in a three-goal first period, and Chicago beat Calgary to take a 3-2 series lead. Game 6 is Monday night in

Calgary where the Flames won Games 3 and 4 to even the firstround Western Conference series. Chicago’s Brent Seabrook opened the scoring on a power play 9:19 into the game, and a little less than 2 minutes later, Sharp and Versteeg made it 3-0. Calgary’s Dustin Boyd cut it to 3-1 early in the second, but Andrew Ladd and Cam Barker countered for the Blackhawks. Nikolai Khabibulin made 19 saves for Chicago.

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George Gervin’s franchise playoff record for points in a half. That came after he was held to 12 points in Game 3, when the Spurs lost, 88-67, in their lowest-scoring playoff game ever. Game 5 is Tuesday night in San Antonio. Without an incredible comeback, the Spurs will be eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the first time since 2000. They have been in every postseason since and won three NBA titles.

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One of the biggest rebuilding jobs in NFL history has its centerpiece. Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford was drafted first overall Saturday by the Detroit Lions, the only team to ever go 0-16 in a season. A few picks later, the New York Jets made a big move: They traded up and took Southern California quarterback Mark Sanchez. They made the deal with Cleveland, now guided by former Jets coach Eric Mangini. Stafford, who left school a year early, signed a six-year deal with $41.7 million in guarantees and a maximum value of $78 million, even though he is not expected to start immediately as a rookie. “I put a lot of pressure on myself to be great anyway,” Stafford said. The Lions, whose poor draft history this decade under Matt Millen eventually led to the winless season, have veteran Daunte Culpepper as the projected starter this year under new coach Jim Schwartz. That should give the 21-year-old Stafford a chance to watch and learn. Still, the pick was greeted with loud boos and chants of “overrated” from the fans at Radio City Music Hall. Stafford stepped outside of a restaurant where he was with about 20 people, including his parents, to talk to agent Tom Condon, who had just completed negotiations with the Lions. “I went back in and gave everybody the thumbs up,”

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Jason Giambi hit the first homer of his second stint with Oakland, Nomar Garciaparra hit a three-run double, and the Athletics ended a five-game skid. Dallas Braden (2-2) allowed one run and four hits in 5 2/3 innings to earn the win for Oakland, which had dropped nine of 12 before beating Tampa Bay for its first win in a day game this season. Travis Buck also homered for Oakland leading off the third. Brad Ziegler pitched 1 1/3 shutout innings for his fourth save in five opportunities. Matt Garza (1-2) gave up four runs in the loss. He struck out six in 5 2/3 innings but walked four, three of which scored.

Red Sox 16, Yankees 11 BOSTON

Jason Varitek hit a grand slam, Mike Lowell drove in six runs, and the Boston Red Sox earned their biggest comeback victory against the Yankees since 1968, beating New York, 16-11, on Saturday for their ninth straight win. Boston was trailing 6-0 before its offense got untracked with five runs in the fourth inning. Lowell hit a three-run homer in the seventh to put the Red Sox ahead for good, then added a three-run double in the eighth after the Yankees again walked Friday night’s star Jason Bay in front of him. Hideki Okajima (1-0) got two outs for the win, then Ramon Ramirez got out of the eighth after putting runners on second and third with one out. Dustin Pedroia had three hits and Jacoby Ellsbury hit his first homer of the year for Boston. Robinson Cano homered

twice and drove in five for the Yankees, and Jonathan Albaladejo (1-1) — the fourth of seven New York pitchers — took the loss. In all, 12 pitchers threw 385 pitches in a 4 hour, 21 minute game and managed to retire the side in order just twice — once for each team.

Rangers 6, Orioles 5 BALTIMORE

Ian Kinsler homered twice, and Texas led off the first three innings with home runs against Mark Hendrickson. Andruw Jones and Chris Davis also connected against Hendrickson (1-3), who lasted only 4 1/3 innings. The Rangers, who have won four of six, lead the majors with 35 homers and have hit two or more 13 times this season. Scott Feldman (1-0), starting in place of injured right-hander Kris Benson, allowed a run and four hits in five innings in his first start this season. Frank Francisco got the final two outs for his fourth save. Ty Wigginton homered and drove in two runs for the Orioles. Texas center fielder Josh Hamilton left after 4 1/2 innings with inflammation near the left side of his rib cage.

Twins 7, Indians 1 CLEVELAND

Kevin Slowey pitched eight sharp innings, and Jason Kubel hit two solo homers for Minnesota. Slowey (3-0) carried a fivehit shutout into the ninth but allowed three singles to open the inning before departing with the bases loaded. Luis Ayala struck out Ben Francisco, but Kelly Shoppach singled in a run. Ayala then

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got Tony Graffanino to bounce into a game-ending double play. Slowey struck out seven and didn’t walk a batter. Kubel led Minnesota’s 15-hit attack by homering in the fifth off Carl Pavano and again in the ninth off Masa Kobayashi. Pavano (0-3) allowed five runs and 11 hits in five-plus innings.

White Sox 10, Blue Jays 2 CHICAGO

Alexei Ramirez hit his fifth grand slam and drove in a career-high five RBIs, and Jermaine Dye added a two-run homer for Chicago. Ramirez capped a six-run fifth inning with a drive to left

on a 3-2 pitch from reliever Shawn Camp, giving the White Sox an 8-2 lead. He needed just 152 games to reach five grand slams, second fastest in major league history. Rudy York with the Detroit Tigers did it in 139 games in the 1938 season, according to Elias Sports Bureau. Mark Buehrle (3-0) allowed two runs and six hits in six innings for Chicago. Brian Burres (0-1) worked 4 1/3 innings for Toronto, yielding six runs and seven hits.

Tigers 9, Royals 1 KANSAS CITY, MO.

Gerald Laird and Curtis Granderson hit two-run hom-

ers and Magglio Ordonez connected for a solo shot, leading Detroit to the victory. Laird, who had three hits, went deep with Carlos Guillen aboard in the second. Granderson hit his sixth home run in the third after Adam Everett led off the inning with a single. Ordonez’s homer in the ninth was his first extra-base hit after 17 singles, and he now has 14 home runs and 62 RBIs in 78 games at Kauffman Stadium. Zach Miner (2-1) went fiveplus innings for Detroit, allowing one run and three hits. Kansas City’s Kyle Davies (1-1) gave up seven runs and eight hits in 5 1/3 innings.

Mariners 9, Angels 8 ANAHEIM, CALIF.

Russell Branyan gave Angels emergency starter Anthony Ortega a rude welcome to the big leagues with a three-run homer in the first inning, leading Seattle to the victory. Carlos Silva (1-2) won for the first time in his past 15 starts dating to last season, allowing three runs and six hits in five innings. The right-hander, who had lost eight straight decisions since his previous win June 28 is 2-19 since starting last season 3-0. The Angels scored five runs in the last three innings to get within one but couldn’t complete the rally.

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Albert Pujols hit his second grand slam of the season and surpassed 1,000 career RBIs, sending St. Louis to an 8-2 victory against the Chicago Cubs on Saturday and giving the surging Cardinals their ninth straight home win. The Cardinals have won 10 of their 12 home games this season and are 13-5 overall, good for first place in the National League Central. Pujols drove the first pitch from David Patton in the seventh inning an estimated 441 feet to left. It was the eighth career grand slam for Pujols, who is hitting .348 with 25 RBIs and seven homers already this season.

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The St. Louis Cardinals’ Brian Barden hits a two-run single in the fourth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on Saturday. The Cardinals defeated the Cubs, 8-2.

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Mike Pelfrey gave the Mets a healthy and effective start, Ryan Church drove in three runs and New York took advantage of sloppy play by the stumbling Nationals. Still struggling to get the big hit, New York scored four unearned runs off Daniel Cabrera to build an early cushion for Pelfrey, who missed his previous turn in the rotation due to forearm tendinitis.

HOUSTON

Ryan Braun had a go-ahead single in the 11th inning for his fourth hit, and Milwaukee beat Houston after blowing a lead in the ninth. Prince Fielder hit two homers, including a two-run shot in the ninth that gave Milwaukee an 8-7 lead, and Bill Hall drove in four runs with a three-run drive and an RBI single. But Hall’s throwing error in the bottom of the ninth allowed the Astros to tie it.

Pirates 10, Padres 1 Left-hander Zach Duke was dominant into the ninth inning to win consecutive road starts for the first time in four years, Craig Monroe and Freddy Sanchez each had three hits, and Pittsburgh beat San Diego. Duke (3-1) allowed one run and six hits and struck out five while walking two in 8 1/3 innings. He also drove in a run with a sacrifice fly in the fourth when the Pirates extended their lead to 5-0.

Giants 5, Diamondbacks 3 PHOENIX

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Yunel Escobar drove in a career-high four runs and finished a triple short of the cycle, leading Atlanta to the victory. Chipper Jones hit a three-run homer and also drove in four runs as the Braves jumped on Bronson Arroyo for six runs in the first two innings and handed the right-hander his first loss in four starts this season. NEW YORK

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help James McDonald earn his first major league win. McDonald (1-1) gave up five runs and four hits but walked four in five innings to win in his third start. Ramon Troncoso allowed one hit in four scoreless innings and earned his first major league save. Los Angeles roughed up Ubaldo Jimenez (1-3) for the second time in a week. Jimenez gave up six runs and eight hits in four innings.

Ramirez and into center field. Utley moved to third on Ryan Howard’s base hit and scored on Jayson Werth’s single to make it 6-4. Ryan Madson (2-1) pitched a scoreless ninth and Brad Lidge worked out of a bases-loaded jam in the 10th to earn his fourth save in five opportunities.

Chase Utley hit a go-ahead RBI single in the 10th inning, and Philadelphia handed the Marlins their fifth straight loss. Shane Victorino got the winning rally started with a oneout single off Logan Kensing (0-1). Victorino stole second and scored when Utley lined a shot past shortstop Hanley

Randy Winn rescued Randy Johnson’s shaky return to Arizona, hitting a two-run homer to lead San Francisco. Edgar Renteria added a two-run double and Emmanuel Burriss singled home a run for the Giants, who have won five straight. Six days after beating the Diamondbacks for his 296th career win, the Big Unit walked seven and was gone after 3 1/3 innings.

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Javelin costs may be issue for some schools Dawes plans to do 2 years of junior hockey Javelin continued from 1C School assistant track coach Ken Brenner is trying to be the one to help pass along that information. He picked up the javelin while training to compete in master’s pentathlons and fell in love with the event. He’s convinced there’s a natural place for javelin at the high school level. He pointed out that the dimensions required for discus are similar and that javelins don’t fly much farther. “You would have to develop the officiating capacity,” Brenner said. “And you would need to find a way to fit it into the schedule, but field events are always done way before the end of a meet anyway.” Brenner so believes in the event that he traveled to a preseason coaching meeting to voice his opinion. He hopes to join allies in November to push the issue when the CHSAA track and field committee reconvenes. “We’re trying to get it in with a tiered approach,” he said. “We first want it as a demonstration event, then the following season would be a more formal process but still a demonstration. Then, finally, we want to get it actually scored as a regular event three years from now.”

Experts everywhere Routt County schools already have hurdled some of the imagined problems. There’s no issue with finding coaches locally. Sally BrachMorton, coach of the Hayden Middle School team and an assistant at the high school level, threw the javelin while competing for University of Northern Colorado. Cody Sweetser, who also competed in the event in college, has taken the lead in coaching the Hayden team. Soroco coach David Bruner also has experience, having

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Hayden seventh-grader Nichole Rauch throws the javelin Wednesday at the Hayden Middle School track meet in Hayden. Rauch was one of more than a dozen athletes who took up the chance to throw the javelin in competition for the first time this season.

coached the event at a previous job in New Mexico. “It’s a lot of fun,” Bruner said. “The build of a good javelin thrower is a little different. The bigger shot and discus throwers sometimes have a hard time with it. Then, a big lanky kid with long arms can sometimes throw it really far.” Cost, on the other hand, has been an issue. Brach-Morton picked out four javelins before the season, including two plastic training javelins that can be used in a gymnasium. It all cost about $350, a far cry from the estimated $15,000 it might cost to add pole vault mats. Soroco High School, meanwhile, has made do with a little less. “We’ve worked on the steps, mainly having them holding on to a broom handle,” Bruner said. Still, Soroco athletic director Andy Johnson said the school would be eager to invest in a few javelins if the sport really gained headway with CHSAA. “It’s another opportunity for kids,” Johnson said, “and it’s one that’s not a huge cost.”

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An eager audience It’s an opportunity Routt County track athletes have flocked to, even with the shortcomings. More than a dozen throwers competed Wednesday in Hayden. Area high schoolers will get a crack at the sport for the first time Monday, when Hayden High School hosts a track meet in Craig. Brenner has coached interested Steamboat throwers after they wrap up work on their regular events. “They ask every day if we are going to throw the javelin,” he said. For all the Routt County athletes trying the new event, it’s an opportunity to get ahead of the curve. And, of course, it’s a chance to have some fun. “It’s the classic throw,” Brenner said. “It mimics the form you use to throw in both football and baseball. We probably even used the same throw once to hunt food. “I doubt they used a discus.” — To reach Joel Reichenberger, call 871-4253 or e-mail jreichenberger@steamboatpilot.com

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Dawes split time in goal with his brother, Jeff, during Matt’s sophomore year. With Jeff departing, Matt turned all of his attention to his junior year. After attending several camps, including an event in Buffalo, N.Y., for top prospects, Dawes said he found the key for his big breakthrough. Two weeks before the start of the high school season, Dawes connected with a mental toughness coach. It’s there where Dawes found the biggest aid to his game. “I’m in the best shape I’ve ever been in,” he said. “But hockey is 90 percent mental. I feel so mature and was able to look at the game and take situations of stuff I’d been working on and apply it.” For instance, Dawes struggled in the middle of the past season with giving up first period goals. But with his mental prep-

aration, he does a lot of journaling, so to get over his first period struggles, Dawes made a checklist of 20 things to get done in each game’s first frame. They were little games Dawes could win and little things he could concentrate on to reach an end result. “It opened a whole new door with hockey and about being a goalie,” he said. “You can be in the best physical shape, but if you don’t have a mental game, you won’t be the best goalie.” Dawes should have a lot of opportunities to play elsewhere in the near future. Along with attending camps across the nation, Dawes just returned from the Chicago Showcase where he played with Team Colorado in the showcase’s toughest division. Hundreds of scouts are at every camp he attends. But where some elite athletes might take a chance with junior hockey next year, Dawes said he’s not done in Steamboat. He

said he’s “almost 100 percent sure” he’s staying to play for the Sailors. “I want to be spending time with my family,” he said. “I’ll be happy to know I stayed in Steamboat with my friends and family.” But after he graduates, he plans to take two years to play junior hockey. From there, he will hope to catch on at a Division I or Division III hockey team. Until then, though, opposing coaches will cringe. Dawes said he’s not satisfied. He’s going to continue to journal, work out and undoubtedly prepare himself for an even better season as a senior. “It was an awesome year, but it’s not over yet,” he said. “I’m going to work even harder. Hard work is what gets you rewarded. I’m going to step up my mental game and get in better physical shape. I want to make the playoffs again, win that second playoff game and do a lot better.”

Wood to attend 1st day of practices Aug. 5 Football continued from 1C es down to Colorado and Colorado State before getting a firmer offer from Colorado and choosing the Buffs. He’s been told he’ll play the H-back position, a quasitight-end and fullback role that goes in motion before the snap. Although he hasn’t talked to the defensive coaches at Colorado, Wood said there is a possibility of him changing to the defensive side of the ball, probably to linebacker or defensive end. One of the big selling points for Wood was he was used offensively in much the same way in Steamboat Springs’ offensive system. “The way we run that position is close to a college offense,” Steamboat football coach Aaron Finch said. “He’ll

be able to come in (and) adjust to the motioning and getting leverage on his blocks.” Finch, who coached Wood for the last three years on the varsity team, said he preached to Division I coaches about Wood’s intangibles. He said in nearly every game, Wood would make a play just based on instincts. That’s why Finch thinks by the time Wood is done, he has a chance to be a big contributor. “There are so many good things you could say about Alex,” Finch said. “Being a threesport, all-league player shows his athletic ability. Going back to his sophomore year, when we were in a close game, there was nobody you wanted touching the ball other than Woody.” Wood, currently at 6-foot-3 and 225 pounds, said he hopes

to get up to 235 or 245 pounds by Christmas. He knows he’ll most likely spend his first year redshirting and on the scout team. “I know there’s no possibility of playing next year,” he said. “In the meantime, I’m worried about getting the team better. If I get five years, hopefully I’m playing in three years.” Wood plans on studying sports medicine and intends on getting into coaching when his eligibility is done. Still, at least for Finch, Colorado isn’t just getting a guy to fill numbers. Finch said from getting to know Wood and seeing him play the past three seasons, Colorado could be looking at a key contributor a few years down the line. Wood will attend the first day of two-a-day practices Aug. 5.

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’ve done everything but return my rental skis, and, in the end, I didn’t come close to achieving the skiing goals I laid out for myself when the season started. I said I’d ski 50 days. I fell 14 short. I vowed to show up early to ski the fresh powder. I made it a few times but slept in more than I care to admit. I said I’d ski “once, sometime, somewhere” in the backcountry. Nope — I didn’t duck a single rope, ride a single snowmobile to ski or climb up anything snowy. That accounts for three of the goals I set five months ago. The fourth, though, makes up for all of that. My last goal was to improve, and there I found rousing success. It was a great season for me. Tips from a few of Steamboat Ski Area’s best ski instructors certainly helped. By working on different stories, I was lucky enough to tag along with instructors who combined to have more than 100 years of ski experience. My best and worst moments often came on the same days. A plenty capable friend came to visit in January and really helped me tackle areas I’d never touched before. It was great, but that series of adventures eventually led me to the top of a large boulder about halfway down from the top of the Pony Express chairlift. My buddy was pretty sure he wanted me to take a picture of him jumping it, which meant I had to go first. It really wasn’t that tall — maybe 6 feet. Kerry Lofy and those who have hucked Hell’s Wall surely would laugh. I tried, landed and immediately somersaulted forward, out of my skis. I was injury-free and in position to take a photo of my friend’s slightly more successful jump, but I never had the illusion I could jump anything successfully. I have big plans for next year. Maybe the backcountry adventure will be a little more real, and maybe I can get those 50 days. I want to try to Telemark, maybe snowboard. I’d love to get to the point where a dash through trees doesn’t feel like a gut-wrenching death wish. But for now, I’m on to more goals. Hopefully, the work I did for this week’s Outdoors page about Fruita is only the beginning of a summer of mountain biking. My only remotely serious trail ride last summer ended about the same way my jump off a rock did, though I was covered in Mount Werner mud, not Mount Werner snow. So maybe I’ve learned it’s not all that wise to set specific, out-of-reach goals. Instead, I’ll apply my lessons of ski season. I want to get a lot better, have real rides on something other than the Yampa River Core Trail and, by the end of the summer, feel the same success about mountain biking that I do today about skiing.

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A mountain biker makes his way around a corner on a ledge above the Colorado River on Friday near Fruita. The western Colorado town is rife with mountain bike trails and attracts riders from across the nation to tackle its mix of challenge, fun and beauty.

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Fruita mountain biking trails a far cry from still-muddy Steamboat

ruita isn’t for everyone. There’s no shopping mall, for instance. If you’re looking for art, Steamboat Springs offers substantially more galleries, and if you’re looking to waste a STORY BY rainy afternoon, you JOEL can’t turn to REICHENBERGER a bowling alley or even a movie theater. Still, vehicles in a long and constant line made their way to the small western Colorado town Friday — cars, trucks and SUVs with mountain bikes strapped to every surface. Fruita might not be the right place to shop for crafts. But when it comes to Colorado mountain biking, there’s nowhere else.

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A whole new world Steamboat Springs has a proud mountain biking tradition of its own. Still, there’s nary a dedicated Routt County gearhead who’s not intimately familiar with the 200 miles between Steamboat and Fruita. “It’s fantastic down there,” local rider Kelly Boniface said. “It’s like a great big playground.” In the weeks after Steamboat Ski Area closes and before local trails are dry, there’s no biking outlet more popular that Fruita. For Steamboat bikers, the appeal is primarily two-fold. First, while the Yampa Valley faces bouts with snowstorms all through the spring months, Fruita already is dry as a bone, with not a hint of snow or the recently passed winter anywhere in eyeshot. “It’s just a few hours away from here, but it’s a whole different climate,” said Boniface, who already has made several trips this spring. “It can be a blizzard up here, but drive a few hours to get there, and you’re in a desert.”

If you go ■ How to get there Fruita is 200 miles southwest of Steamboat, just past Grand Junction on Interstate 70. ■ Where to ride 18 Road: To access the 18 Road area from downtown Fruita, head east on Aspen Avenue. (which runs straight through the downtown district) and turn left on Maple Street. Go north nearly 4 miles and turn right on North 3/10 road, which ends in a T at 18 Road. Turn left on 18 and drive (or ride) 4.3 miles to a large parking area on the left. The 18 Road system includes easy trails such as Prime Cut and complex rides such as Zippety Do Da. Don’t miss Kessell, though. It’s accessible for novice riders but fast and fun enough to thrill riders of all skill levels. Kokopelli: To access the Kokopelli Area, continue past Fruita for 4 miles to the Loma exit, Exit 15. Coming from the east, turn left to cross over the highway, then right to the trailhead. Signs point the way to the Kokopelli trailhead. Rustler is great for beginners, and Moore Fun is perfect for experts. The

Something for everyone It’s been dry in Craig for weeks, too, but many local mountain bikers use that town as little more than a pit stop on the way south. Fruita’s appeal is about more than dry trails. It’s about the variety. “For the beginning and end of the year, it’s the perfect warm-up,” Ski Haus bike tech Cory Prager said. “It’s perfect for getting into your season whether you’re into cross country or downhill.” Fruita trails are broken into several different areas. The 18 Road trail system lies about 10 miles south of Fruita and offers some of the most accessible terrain in the area. Prime Cut, which starts directly across the street from the area’s main parking lot, is an easy ride through the terrain beneath the Bookcliffs, a long series of cliffs that mark the northern edge of the massive valley that includes Grand Junction and Fruita. Tough, technical trails Zippety Do Da and The Edge Loop also are nearby.

Horsethief Bench trail, which breaks off from Mary’s Loop, offers challenging rides through rocky sections and thrilling sections along the cliffs above the Colorado River. It’s 5 miles long. ■ Where to stay There are several hotels in the area, and Grand Junction, just a few miles up the road, offers plenty of options. Several Steamboat locals recommended the Balanced Rock Motel, 126 S. Coulson St. in Fruita, for a good, cheap stay. Reach the motel at 858-7333. There are also plenty of sites in the area to camp, and the Highline Lake State Park is popular. Unlike many barren potential camping spots laid out on rocky or sandy sections, there are grassy spots and shower facilities available. ■ Where to eat It’s hard to go wrong with the Hot Tomato Café, 136 E. Aspen Ave. in downtown Fruita, right across the street from the Over the Edge bike shop. The café offers a wide range of reasonably priced pizza, available by the slice or by the pie.

Another trail, Kessell, represents the area’s diversity. Boniface said she’s not afraid to challenge her 8-yearold daughter, Isabelle, with the 2.2-mile trek. Children attempting the ride Friday rode most of the trail but were quick to dismount and push their way across a few trouble spots. This trail isn’t just for the young, though. It offers a fun, fast — but not scary — dash, swinging riders through dry creek beds and up and over small hills. The Kokopelli trail system, meanwhile, lies about 5 miles west of Fruita at the Loma exit. Again, there are options for the beginner, such as Mary’s Loop and Rustlers. And there’s handlebar-clenching technical rides such as Moore Fun. Horsethief Bench breaks away from the tame Mary’s Loop. The trail eases up after an almost impossible-to-ride drop into the canyon, where it’s not nearly as impossible to walk your bike down. Riders are met with 5 miles of rocky

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A group of bikers from Minnesota and Pennsylvania make their way over a small drop on the Kokopelli trail system near Fruita on Friday. The Fruita-area mountain bike trails have enough challenges for everyone. A 1-foot drop off a rock ledge is common on many different trails. Trails run through many sections that are more difficult.

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Plenty of challenges await on the Horsethief Bench trail, a part of the Kokopelli trail system near Fruita, but none measure up to the intense drop where the trail starts, separating from Mary’s Loop. Only the best of the best try to actually ride down. It’s not too tough of a hike for everyone else.

ledges and stunning views of the Colorado River. Even more trails await riders farther west on I-70 at Rabbit Valley. It all amounts to more than enough to satisfy Steamboat riders itching to get on their bikes. It doesn’t, however, draw

them from home when the snow finally vanishes from Mount Werner and Steamboat’s own renowned trails. “The appeal of those areas is they can help expand your riding season,” Orange Peel employee Essam Welch said. “But, during the summer, it’s time to ride here.” PAGE DESIGNED BY NICOLE MILLER

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Chow down at cook-off 7th annual North Routt chili event planned for May 3 Blythe Terrell

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Sana Thankful Age: 40 Occupation: Subway, west Steamboat Springs Place of birth: Los Angeles

Q. When did you move to Routt County, and what brought you here? A. I went to junior high and high school here and then left. I returned two years ago because it is the most beautiful place and has abundant and tasty water.

If you want your name engraved on a cup in the North Routt Chili Cook-off — twice — you could get up at 4 a.m. to peel chilies for the recipe passed down to you from your mother. You also could decide to enter a few days before the contest and FILE PHOTO North Routt County resident Lisa Lancaster enjoys chili with her son Kai during slap a tasty dessert together. Both strategies are tried the 2008 North Routt Chili Cook-off.

What: North Routt Chili Cook-off When: 3 to 6 p.m. May 3 Where: Glen Eden Family Restaurant & Tavern, 54737 Routt County Road 129 Cost: $10 a person; children younger than 5 are free

and true. George Trujillo has employed the first to make his two-time-champion green chili. Lisa Larkin has employed the second in her two consecutive

ROUTT COUNTY RESIDENTS OFFER COMMUNITY NONPROFITS A HELPING HAND

Q. What’s the biggest risk you’ve taken recently? A. Purchasing a mobile home. Q. Describe your morning routine. A. Alarm set to NPR, jump out of bed and into clothes. Brush hair and teeth. Off to work. Q. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given? A. Life is too important to be taken seriously.

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Q. What did you want to be when you grew up? A. A mom.

Q. Do you collect anything? A. Books, mice and teenagers. Q. What was your first

job?

A. Laundromat attendant. Q. Who is your favorite

superhero? Why? A. Rogue (from “XMen”), because she can take someone’s powers.

Q. Do you have a tattoo? If so, what of and why did you choose it? A. Yes, two. I have a tree of life on my left leg; my friend drew it for me when I was pregnant with my first son. And a mouse in a bubble because I collect mice, and it was free. Q. If you could go back in time, to what event or time period would you go? A. The pioneer days when you could just ride out and find a beautiful place to homestead.

Favorites Book: “The Dragonriders of Pern” series by Anne McCaffrey Song: “Rain Song,” by Led Zeppelin Color: Green Food: Zucchini Sport to watch: Skateboarding Vacation spot: My backyard Recreational activity: Dancing or lounging in hot springs

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Huyser on the road to rehab Recovery slow for Hayden resident

Q. What three things would you want people to know about you? A. 1) I am single. 2) I’m a Band-Aid. 3) I’m slightly outsane/am a peaceful anarchist.

Q. If you could invite any four people to dinner, who would they be and what would you talk about? A. Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Al Gore and Bill Gates; how to change the government to protect humans and the environment.

dessert contest victories. The cook-off is May 3, so competitors still have time to form a plan. Larkin, who lives between Clark and Steamboat Springs, has won with truffles and won with a trifle. “The things that come out really well are things you don’t plan as well,” she said. “You kind of throw them together at See Chili, page 2D

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Volunteer Rebecca Lea has been sifting through bags of donated items at LIFT-UP of Routt County since it opened in 1997. She is one of about 65 volunteers at the agency who were honored last week during National Volunteer Week.

Volunteers praised LIFT-UP honors workers during national week of recognition

ome of the boxes Rebecca Lea has opened at LIFT-UP contained $300 dresses with the price tags still attached. Some contained dead snakes or mice. The volunteer has worked at the agency’s thrift store since it opened in 1997, and it’s not the occasional dead animal that keeps her coming back. “When my life gets hectic, I can go to LIFT-UP, and I can sort clothes, and … it can provide some perspective,” Lea said. “You have to throw some things away because they’re in bad condition, and you think, ‘Wow, somebody was

SUNDAYFOCUS STORY BY BLYTHE TERRELL wearing this and thought it was in good enough condition to donate to LIFTUP.’” LIFT-UP honored Lea and others last week for National Volunteer Week, established by President Richard Nixon’s order in 1974. LIFT-UP Executive Director David Freseman said his agency was grateful for the service of Lea and the rest of the organization’s volunteer crew. The agency

delivered handwritten thank-you notes to its 65 or so volunteers and publicly thanked them. Organizations across the community use volunteers such as Lea to keep their wheels turning. If they had to pay for those services, a lot of nonprofit groups couldn’t do it, Freseman said. Independent Sector tracks their actual dollar value. The group includes members of corporations, foundations and private voluntary organizations, and it works to strengthen nonprofit organizations, according to its Web site. See Volunteer, page 2D

Hygienist to open practice Henry plans to clean up South Routt ‘1 mouth at a time’ Blythe Terrell

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Dental care is coming to southern Routt County, courtesy of a woman who’s spent the past few years doing the work on dogs. Angel Henry plans to open South Routt Dental Hygiene on Monday in Oak Creek. She’ll offer services such as teeth cleaning, X-rays, oral cancer screenings and exams. Henry will operate out of the South Routt Medical Center and said she’d accept most insurance providers. She’s been a medical hygienist for 12 years and moved to Oak Creek in 2007. “Colorado’s one of those states where a hygienist can have her own practice,” Henry said. “Oak Creek hasn’t had any sort of dental anything for years, so when we moved here a few years ago, I became a dog hygienist. … I saw the need for people and looked into the laws for what I needed

Hygienist opens Monday South Routt Dental Hygiene will be open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays at the South Routt Medical Center, 300 Main St. in Oak Creek. The practice opens Monday. Call 819-9709 for information or appointments.

to do and decided to start the practice for people.” Colorado lawmakers loosened the rules for dental hygienists this session. Gov. Bill Ritter signed a bill Wednesday allowing hygienists to anesthetize patients, take Xrays and offer teeth bleaching trays without the direct supervision of a dentist. That means the hygienist must work with a dentist but that person needn’t be on the premises, Henry said. She said she’d like to draw a dentist to JOHN F. RUSSELL/STAFF her area. Angel Henry will open South Routt Dental Hygiene “I’m trying to bring a dentist to South in Oak Creek. She will offer services such as teeth cleaning, See Hygienist, page 2D X-rays, oral cancer screenings and exams.

Spirits were high and doctors were hopeful the day Clayton Huyser was supposed to be released from Denver hospitals to move to a rehabilitation facility at Craig How to help Hospital in Englewood. Donations to But Huyhelp pay Huyser’s ser and his medical bills can m o t h e r ’s be made at any hopes were branch of the First National Bank crushed as of the Rockies one doctor, or at donation the neurosurboxes in Planet geon, decidPowersports. ed at the last minute that he should undergo one more additional MRI before doctors cleared him of major complications from a rare brain disease that struck him Jan. 29. It appeared the fluid building up in Huyser’s spinal column had backed up, putting pressure on his brain. Since that day at the end of March, Huyser, 20, has undergone three major surgeries. The most recent was the reattachment of a piece of bone that had been removed from his head to allow doctors easy access throughout the process. Huyser’s rehabilitation has taken big strides in recent weeks, his mother Kristy Stinnett said. “This was the first day he could actually sit on the side of the bed and hold himself up. They were, of course, bracing him … but it’s almost like now that the bone flap was put back on, things are definitely improving,” she said. “It’s been a snail’s pace for so long.” Huyser’s girlfriend, Darcy Wisecup, said the progress was dramatic compared to the slow steps Huyser had taken before. “(Thursday) was amazing. He sat up on his own. … He could hold himself up, he could move his head around, and he was talking like crazy to me and Mike (Huyser, Clayton’s father),” she said. “He started crying, saying, ‘This feels so good.’ Even the physical therapist cried, she was so happy.” Huyser’s speech still is hindered by a tracheotomy tube inserted in his throat to allow him to breathe, but Wisecup said she still can understand him as he whispers his words. The next surgery, with a throat specialist, will attempt to repair the scar damage caused by nearly five months of having the tube in his throat. See Huyser, page 2D

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That also will allow Huyser to eat solid food for the first time. Stinnett said she plans to get her son a large combination pizza all for himself to make up for lost meals. Stinnett said she hopes to try the move to a rehabilitation center again after the next surgery.

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Clayton Huyser’s mother, Kristy Stinnett, created a Web site with a frequently updated blog to allow friends and family to follow Huyser’s progress. Visit CarePages.com and complete the free registration to visit Clayton’s page. Once registered, go to www.carepages. com/carepages/ClaytonsAngels.

“I don’t think he was ready for rehab a month ago,” she said. Huyser not only will have to rebuild muscle mass and coordination, but he’ll also undergo mental rehabilitation as he attempts to rebuild his shortterm memory. Stinnett said his long-term memory appears to be intact but that he often forgets things in the short-term. Doctors told Stinnett it may take as long as a year from the time he was stricken to rebuild the memory skill. Wisecup, who often spends weekends at the hospital, said the compassion from fellow Hayden residents and friends has touched Huyser. “He gets so emotional whenever I tell him someone loves him or misses him,” she said. “He’s so happy everyone cares.” — To reach Zach Fridell, call 871-4208 or e-mail zfridell@steamboatpilot.com

Volunteer continued from 1D It put the estimated value of volunteer time at $20.25 for 2008, an increase from $19.51 an hour in 2007. For Colorado, the worth was $20.84 an hour in 2008. LIFT-UP’s 65 volunteers provide about 100 hours of service per year apiece, Freseman said. According to those numbers, LIFT-UP’s volunteers are worth $135,460. Independent Sector calculates the value based on the average hourly wage for nonmanagement, non-agriculture workers as determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a 12 percent increase to estimate for benefits, according to a news release.

Lending a hand Brie Neppl contributes valuable hours to Advocates Building Peaceful Communities. Volunteers for the agency “respond to a client in crisis, they provide support services, resources and referrals, crisis counseling (and) they can respond to the hospital if need be,” Volunteer Coordinator Amelia Sidinger said. Neppl said she has volunteered with Advocates for about

six years, starting because she wanted to help the community. Although it’s tough to get calls late at night from victims of domestic violence and other crimes, Neppl said it is worth knowing she helped someone. “Victims that have gotten through situations or gotten stronger, you hear about that through the office, and that always makes you feel good,” she said. At Advocates, volunteers work an average of 6,336 hours in a year, Sidinger said. Their services are worth $132,042, using the Independent Sector estimates. At the Tread of Pioneers Museum, volunteers contributed about 2,800 hours last year, Volunteer Coordinator Katy Taylor said. She has a call list about 50 people strong to rely on when the museum needs help. That help was worth about $58,352. Volunteers work at the front desk, do research for the museum or work special events, Taylor said. “They’re great, and we really do rely on them for so many things,” she said. “I think it’s just fantastic that we have so many folks in the community that want to help us.”

Staying involved Freseman said it seemed to him that Steamboat had a more active volunteer community than most cities its size. “It’s a very good thing to celebrate here,” Freseman said. “I think the mindset in Steamboat is to volunteer.” According to the Community Indicators Project by Yampa Valley Partners, Routt County residents donated 3.2 percent of their income to nonprofit groups in 2005, an increase from 1.8 percent in 2004. That number represents only people who itemize deductions on their federal tax returns. Routt had 122 501(c)3 nonprofit groups in 2008, up from 73 in 2000. Arts, culture and humanities represented the largest number of those, 20. Neppl encouraged people to find a group they’re interested in and help out. Lea, the LIFTUP volunteer, said she loved the camaraderie of volunteer work — and the way it feels to help the Yampa Valley. “We just have an extremely generous community,” she said. — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

Chili cook-off category winners get names on trophy Chili continued from 1D the last minute and put a lot of different stuff in them and just see what works.” She did chocolate raspberry truffles in 2007 and a berry, pudding and pound cake trifle in 2008. Larkin said she hadn’t decided whether to enter this year. Trujillo, of Yampa, wakes before dawn to peel his green chilies. He uses his mother’s recipe, modifying it only by adding pork. Trujillo took a year off from the North Routt competition last year. He frequently takes trophies at Clark and Steamboat Springs contests. “The North Routt (cook-off) is one of the best ones there is, and it has been the whole time,” Trujillo said. This is the cookoff’s seventh year. Last year, Trujillo took his green chili to a cook-off

in Superior, where the winner qualified for a national contest. He said he placed about fifth and added that the chili at that contest did not impress him. “If the nationals are what I ran into in Superior … anybody up here is better than the big places,” Trujillo said. “To me, theirs was horrible and their chilies came from a can, according to the newspaper.” He said he probably would compete in this year’s contest. If Larkin, Trujillo or another two-time winner takes the top slot again, that’ll be the first three-peat of the contest, organizer Chris King said. Proceeds from the cook-off benefit the North Routt Preschool and North Routt Community Charter School. King, who works at the Clark Store, said he hoped for 70 competitors across four categories this year. The contest typically

draws about 45, he said. People can make red or green chili, a soup for the “other” category or a dessert. The contest is from about 2 to 6 p.m. at the Glen Eden Family Restaurant & Tavern. Competitors can sign up or show up. “In North Routt, it’s kind of hard to nail anybody down without a warrant, so we gratefully accept entrants at the door,” King said. The winners will be immortalized in metal. “There is a traveling trophy for every category, a loving cup, per se, and you get to have your name added to it,” King said. “We started to be a lot like the Stanley Cup. But we’re only about 85 years out, so it’s going to take a while to build.” Participants must provide 6 quarts or 40 servings of their dish, King said. He has entered red chili for the past six years

and has never won. After spending an hour and a half glazing and caramelizing onions last year, King said he is frustrated. “With all the blood, sweat, tears and beer and not placing, I’m going to go to ‘other,’” he said, refusing to say what kind of dish he planned. Organizers want competitors to name their dishes this year, King said. “We’re not going to allow first names like Billy’s Butt Burner Green, but we’ll allow things like, Long Gulch Beans was a winner in ‘other.’ … We’ve had various names,” he said. “The more fun, the better.” King invited folks to come compete or just enjoy the taste fest. “It’s a hoot,” he said, advising people to wear stretchy pants. — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

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Routt, and they can use my equipment,” Henry said. “Nobody’s been interested because it would probably have to be on their day off, and no one wants to do that.” For now, she said she is

pleased to provide the service to South Routt. “I thought, ‘Well, I can clean it up, one mouth at a time,’” Henry said. She plans to be open Mondays through Wednesdays at the clinic. She’ll continue cleaning dogs’ teeth the first Saturday and the first and last Thursdays of each month. Henry rents space at Mount Werner Veterinary Hospital in Steamboat Springs for that service. Tina Holliday, office manager at the South Routt Med-

ical Center, has worked to help Henry get set up. “So far, she’s been just great to work with,” Holliday said. Holliday lives outside Oak Creek. People have expressed interest in dental services in the area, she said. “Several people have commented that it would be a nice addition,” Holliday said. The family practice clinic offers children’s sports physicals and general health care, she said. Henry already has a cou-

ple of appointments, and she’s offering specials to Medical Center staff and board members this week to break in her high-tech equipment. “It’s exciting,” Henry said “I’m nervous and anxious and sick to my stomach. This is my first real big business, and doing something good for the community, it feels right. I know I’m doing the right thing, and everything’s falling into place perfectly.” — To reach Blythe Terrell, call 871-4234 or e-mail bterrell@steamboatpilot.com

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Colorado Mountain College graduation set for Saturday

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Wyatt James Eck, son of Holly and Brian Eck, of Yampa, was born March 13, 2009.

Theresa and Mark Sullivan, of Craig, and Bill Bennett, of Hayden, would like to announce the marriage of their daughter Sarah “Becky” Bennett to Tanner Copeland, son of Ann and Kevin Copeland, of Hayden. Becky is a 2003 graduate of Hayden High School and in 2008 graduated with honors from the Institute of Business & Medical Careers in Fort Collins. Tanner graduated from Hayden High School in 2002. He attended Adams State College in Alamosa and now lives in Loveland. Both work in Estes Park. Becky, Tanner and their families would like to invite the public to their celebration. The wedding will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at the Hayden Congregational Church with the reception following at 3 p.m. at the Exhibit Hall at the Routt County Fairgrounds in Hayden.

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Diego Jesse Manuel Flores, son of Elizabeth Lester and Jesse Flores, was born at 7:07 p.m. April 14, 2009. He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces and was 20.25 inches long. His grandparents are Hector and Rachel Flores, of Craig; and Stanley and Teresa Lester, of Ashville, N.C. Cash Alberto Beckett, son of Isis and Martin Beckett, of Craig, was born at 10:55 a.m. April 16, 2009. He weighed 7 pounds, 14 ounces and was 19.75 inches long. His grandparents are Martha Martinez and Joyce and Doug Beckett, all of Craig. He has one brother, Kale, and one sister, Mara. Lennyn Luann Arndt, daughter of Molly Patenaude Arndt and Matt Arndt, of Steamboat Springs, was born at 11:16 p.m. April 17, 2009. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces and was 20 inches long. Her grandparents are John and Patti Arndt, of Saugatuck, Mich.; and Jean Patenaude, of Plymouth, Wis.

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office. Remaining dates for the exam this year are May 4 and June 2. Students who did not pass an earlier exam can make an appointment with any math teacher to go over their exam. Students in math proficiency class will take the exam during class time.

the loss of a loved one. Group leaders will use a combination of talk and creative expression with the support of peers to facilitate the healing process. Call Katy Thiel at the Visiting Nurse Association at 871-7628 to obtain more information and to register.

Graduation ceremonies for the Alpine Campus of Colorado Mountain College will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel. The college will host a continental breakfast reception for honors and Phi Theta Kappa honor society graduates at 9 a.m. at the hotel. A reception including refreshments will be held at Willett Hall in the main dining area at the Alpine Campus after the graduation ceremony. This year’s graduation speaker will be Steamboat Springs School District Superintendent Dr. Shalee Cunningham. The graduation ceremony will feature three honor students who were nominated by faculty members. Colorado Mountain College students Heather Sullivan and Cody Spyker will present the student welcome, and Nicole Marcisofsky will present the student farewell. The faculty farewell will be presented by Terry Hunter, fulltime Faculty of the Year for the Alpine Campus. For more information, call the campus at 870-4444.

Steamboat Springs High School’s prom Saturday

6th annual Battle of the Bands slated for May 15

Steamboat Springs High School’s “Midnight Masquerade” prom is from 9 p.m. to midnight Saturday at Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel. Tickets are on sale now. All nonhigh school students attending as guests must be pre-approved and registered with the school office. Guests not enrolled in high school will not be permitted to attend unless they are younger than 21 and comply with the school’s dance policy. The prom and after-prom committee are looking for after prom and early bird volunteers the morning after for cleanup, as well as cash donations. To volunteer, call Jeanne Parsons at 846-8386. Checks may be written to After Prom Party and sent to Donna Garth, P.O. Box 880635, Steamboat Springs, CO 80488.

The sixth annual Teen Battle of the Bands is scheduled for 9 p.m. May 15 at Steamboat Grand Resort Hotel. The event will feature teen bands from Steamboat Springs, Hayden, South Routt and Craig. Each band must have a three-song set. Local musicians and other sound aficionados will judge bands on originality, musicianship, sound, lyrics and appearance. The city of Steamboat Springs teen programs, the Steamboat Pilot & Today Teen Style section and Z Rock are sponsoring the event. Registration begins in May. Call 879-4300 for details.

Final math Graduation Exam on May 4, June 2

Support group forming for grieving teenagers

Any junior or senior at Steamboat Springs High School who has not passed the math Graduation Exam needs to sign up in the counseling

A peer support group, sponsored by Poogie’s Place, is forming for youths between the ages of 12 and 15. The group will be for teens grieving

Coed league volleyball interest meeting May 11 Anyone interested in playing in the city of Steamboat Springs’ summer coed beach volleyball league is invited to attend an interest meeting at 5:30 p.m. May 11 at the Parks, Open Space and Recreational Services office, 245 Howelsen Parkway. The season begins in June and ends in late August with

games on Monday evenings. League fees and schedule information will be covered at the interest meeting.

Lunch menus ■ Steamboat Springs School District Monday: Chicken patty sandwich, fries Tuesday: Pasta with sausage, spinach, tomato and Romano cheese Wednesday: Kung Pao chicken, rice Thursday: Beef patty sandwich with bacon and onions, fries Friday: To be announced ■ South Routt School District Monday: Macaroni & cheese, green beans, fruit Tuesday: Chicken patty sandwich, tater tots, fruit Wednesday: Ravioli, garden salad, bread stick, fruit Thursday: Chili con carne, crackers, cheese stick, fruit, cinnamon roll Friday: Barbecue beef sandwich, tater tots, carrot sticks, fruit ■ Hayden School District Monday: Chicken tenders, butter noodles, mixed vegetables, applesauce Tuesday: Barbecue pork ribs, potato salad, corn, blueberry cobbler Wednesday: Grilled Sneeches sandwich, tomato soup, pasta salad, apples Thursday: Meat loaf, baked tomatoes, breadsticks, peaches Friday: Hamburgers, french fries, granny smith apples, chocolate cake ■ Christian Heritage School Monday: Steamboat Smokehouse: chopped brisket served on a bun, watermelon slice Tuesday: Azteca Taqueria: Chicken burrito, tortilla chips, salsa and sour cream Wednesdays: Freshies: Soup, salad, cookie Thursday: BeauJo’s Mountain Bistro: Pizza Friday: Half-day, no lunch

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ALPINE RESORT MINISTRIES 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Vista overlook on Tower Run. Call Dr. Kent Osteen 870-1992 or 879-7062. BIBLE FELLOWSHIP OF STEAMBOAT Sundays Worship Service at 10 a.m. at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. Call 879-2637. HOLY NAME CATHOLIC CHURCH 524 Oak St., 879-0671. Saturday Mass at 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. (in Spanish); Sunday Mass at 8 a.m. (8:30 a.m. during ski season) and 4:30 p.m.; Mass at 7 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; and 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. On Holy days, Mass is at 5:30 PM. CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH 755 Concordia Lane (Corner of Maple Street and Amethyst Drive — above high school football field), 879-0175. Sunday worship at 8 and 10:30 a.m. CHRIST COVENANT REFORMED CHURCH Sunday worship at 10 a.m. at the Pavilion at PerryMansfield Performing Arts School and Camp. Call Del at 879-5729 or Damon at 276-1200. BUDDHIST CENTER OF STEAMBOAT SPRINGS Meditation and Dharma talk are at 6:30 p.m. Mondays at 2550 Copper Frontage Road, No. 201, off of Elk River Road in Copper Ridge Business Park. Call 8795425 for a recorded schedule. ECKANKAR, RELIGION OF THE LIGHT AND SOUND OF GOD Worship service is at 11 a.m. the first Sunday of the month at the Community Center, 1605 Lincoln Ave. Call 736-0202. ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Ninth and Oak streets, P.O. Box 722. Sunday, 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist (no music); 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist (music/child care) in new church; 9:15 a.m. Sunday School— all ages; Thursday, 7 a.m., Holy Eucharist in old church. HAR MISHPACHA “The Mountain Family” Jewish Community Group. Call 879-2082 for information. BAHA’I FAITH Call Sandy at 846-9994.

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CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Church phone: 879-0220; 879-0224. Sunday meetings: 9 a.m. Sacrament Meeting; 10:20 a.m. Sunday School and Primary; 11:10 a.m. Priesthood, Relief Society, Young Men and Young Women. 1155 Central Park Drive. ANCHOR WAY BAPTIST CHURCH — SBC 40650 Anchor Way, Steamboat II, 879-7062 or 8790674. Sunday traditional worship 8:45 a.m.; Bible study and Sunday school 9:50 a.m.; contemporary worship 10:45 a.m.; Hispanic worship service, 6 p.m. EUZOA BIBLE CHURCH Meets at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Sundays at 32305 R.C.R. 38 in Strawberry Park. Nursery provided at both services. Call 879-0123 or visit www.euzoa.com. SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 970-871-4927, 347 12th St. Saturday services 10 a.m.-Noon with worship at 11 a.m. STEAMBOAT CHRISTIAN CENTER 879-0063. The Log Church across from the Fairfield Inn on Hwy 40. Sunday services 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Spanish service 7 p.m. www.steamboatchristian.com CONGREGATION OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Meetings held at 3000 Elk River Road. Public meeting and Watchtower Study, 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Bible study, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Ministry school and service meeting, 7:30 p.m. Thursday. For more information, call 879-4075.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 879-1446 or 870-9583. One mile north of U.S. Highway 40 on Elk River Road west of Steamboat. Sunday services: 10 a.m. Sunday School (all ages welcome); 11 a.m. Morning Worship; 6:30 p.m. Evening Worship. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE CHURCH Seventh and Oak streets. Sunday services at 10:30 a.m.; first and third Wednesdays of the month at 5:30 p.m. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Eighth and Oak streets, 879-1290. Alternative worship services at 5:30 p.m. Saturdays. The regular Sunday worship service will be at 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST 879-6670. 1698 Lincoln Ave. Sunday — Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Worship, 10:30 a.m. CHURCH OF THE MOVEMENT OF SPIRITUAL INNER AWARENESS (MSIA) Mondays 7 to 9:30 p.m. 1/2 hour peace meditation, plus video tape seminar by John-Roger — discussion following. Call for location and more information 879-3157. Counseling and ceremonies available. STEAMBOAT SPRINGS EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH Meets at Christian Heritage School in Heritage Park. Sunday worship is at 10 a.m., followed by Discipleship classes for all ages at 11:15 a.m. Call 879-3020.

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HAYDEN CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH - UCC 202 E. Jefferson Ave., Hayden, 276-3510. Sunday Worship at 10:30 a.m. and youth group at 6 p.m. HAYDEN CHURCH OF CHRIST 301 E. Jefferson, 276-7268. Sunday Worship 11 a.m.; Bible Study 10 a.m., Ladies Bible class 12:30 p.m.; and Evening Worship Service at 7 p.m. Wednesday Bible study at 7 p.m. MISSION OF GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH Harvest Dr. and Cactus Street. 276-3111. Sunday service, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday evening and special services as announced.

SOUTH ROUTT GRACE EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH WISCONSIN SYNOD Services are held on the second Sundays of the month. Worship and Bible study at 6 p.m. Call 7362491 or 638-4647. COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 736-3324 or 736-2463. Corner of Oak and Sharp, Oak Creek. Sunday 10 a.m. Worship.; Ecumenical Youth Club on Wednesday 6:30 p.m. SOUTH ROUTT BIBLE CHURCH Highway 131 Oak Creek, 736-8422. Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m.; Prayer and share, 11 a.m. Wednesday; AWANA Youth Program 6 p.m. ST. MARTIN OF TOURS CATHOLIC CHURCH Sharp and Williams, Oak Creek, 879-0671. Sunday 10:30 a.m. Mass. (11 a.m. during ski season) 7 a.m. Holy Days FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Yampa, 638-4622. Sunday 9:45 a.m. Sunday School; 11 a.m. Morning Worship; 7 p.m. evening worship. Thursday service from 6 to 7:30 p.m. YAMPA BIBLE CHURCH Sunday school 9:45 to 11 a.m.; Sunday morning worship 11 a.m.; Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. McCOY COMMUNITY CHURCH 653-4302, McCoy. Sundays 9:30 a.m. Sunday school and Bible study. 10:30 a.m. Church services.

Support Groups Adult literacy programs are available in Steamboat through CMC. Free, individualized diagnosis, tutoring and GED preparation. Call CMC at 879-4444. Advocates Against Battering and Abuse is a crisis-intervention organization for battered women and their families. Rape crisis counseling also is offered. The hotline (879-8888) is answered at all hours. Call 879-2141. Alcoholics Anonymous is a support group for people who want to quit drinking. Meetings are at 437 Oak St., upstairs. SUNDAYS: 9 a.m., open; 7 p.m., open (speaker) MONDAYS: 7 a.m., open; 6:45 p.m. men’s only; 7 p.m., women’s only at Concordia Lutheran Church; 8 p.m., closed (step) TUESDAYS: 7 a.m. open; 6:45 p.m. newcomers; 8 p.m. open WEDNESDAYS: 7 a.m. open; 5:30 p.m. open; 8 p.m. closed (big book) THURSDAYS: 6 a.m. open; noon, step study; 8 p.m. open FRIDAYS: 7 a.m.; 9 a.m. women’s; 5:45 p.m. (at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church); 7 p.m. open. SATURDAYS: 7 a.m. open; 7 p.m. closed Oak Creek open meets at 6 p.m. Fridays at Oak Creek Library, 227 Dodge St. Call 736-8371. Al-Anon is a support group for persons whose lives have been affected by another’s drinking. Meetings at 437 Oak St., upstairs. Call 723-8660. MONDAYS: Noon WEDNESDAYS: Noon THURSDAYS: Step study 5:30 p.m. SATURDAYS: 10 a.m. (ACA) SUNDAYS: 11 a.m., 4 p.m. Teens in Recovery Al-Anon is a support group for young people whose lives have been affected by another’s drinking. Call 879-1729. Autism Asperger Awareness of Steamboat meets the first Monday of the month at United Methodist Church, Eighth and Oak. Call Janna 871-1418. Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered recovery program, meets at Concordia Lutheran Church, 755 Concordia Lane in Steamboat, at 6:15 p.m. on Thursdays. Call 879-0175 for more information. Crisis Pregnancy Support Group provides confidential support from a Christian perspective for those coping with unplanned pregnancy. Call 871-1307. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Fibromyalgia Support Group Call Jody Akers at 879-1282. Compassionate Friends is a self-help organization offering friendship and understanding to bereaved parents and siblings. Meeting are at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at the First Congregational Church, 6th and Green streets in Craig. English as a Second Language provides instruction for people who are not native English speakers. Call 870-4534. Foster Parent Support Group is open to all Routt County foster parents or people seriously interested in becoming foster parents. The group meets bimonthly. For infor mation call Dena Joslyn at 879-1540. Heartbeat offers support for those who have lost a loved one or been touched by suicide. Call Ronna Autrey at 871-0682 or 875-2941 to find out more about group meetings. The group meets on the first and third

Wednesdays of the month at the Northwest Colorado Visiting Nurse Association office at Yampa Valley Medical Center. Friends and family always welcome. Depression/Bipolar Support Group for those who have been diagnosed with these diseases, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. in Conference Room 2 at Yampa Valley Medical Center. Friends and family always welcome. Call Ronna Autrey at 871-0682 or 875-2941. Hospice of Steamboat offers support for people who are grieving the death of a loved one. Anyone interested in joining an educational support group should call Carol Gordon at 870-3232. Learning Unlimited is an adult literacy program for people who would like to improve reading skills. Call 870-4542. Meals on Wheels provides meals for seniors 60 or older for $3 suggested donation. It serves seniors in South Routt, Hayden and Steamboat Springs and provides transportation to meals and medical appointments. Call 879-0633. Narcotics Anonymous is a support group for persons with addictions to substances. Meetings are at 437 Oak St., upstairs. The public can feel free to call the club house at 879-4882. TUESDAYS: 5:30 p.m. open; THURSDAYS: 6:45 p.m. open; SUNDAYS: 5:30 p.m. open Newborn Network is a parent service, focusing on families with infants. Trained volunteers are available to visit families in the home and there are weekly “Baby Get-Togethers” in Oak Creek, Hayden and Steamboat. Call 879-0977. Parent Connection, for families of children with attention deficit disorder and similar conditions, meets at 6:15 p.m. the first Thursday of the month at the library house. Call 879-7879. Parents of Preemies and Special Infant Care Linking Energy offers mentoring and resource information to parents of preemies. Call Tracy at 736-0025. Post-Abortion Support Group provides information and support for women dealing with symptoms of post-abortion stress. Call 8711307. Rational Recovery is a support group for those looking for non-spiritual sobriety and/ or substance-abuse assistance. Call 8799646. Wee Life is a support system for women with unplanned pregnancies who choose to have their babies. It offers education guidance, community resource information, support groups, maternity and baby clothes and furnishings. Call Sandy Deetz at 736-1047. Wellness Group, a support group for people with cancer or other chronic illness, meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. every first and third Wednesday at the Visiting Nurse Association office. Yampa Valley Cancer Support Group is a support group meeting in the evening on the third Wednesday of the month at the Visiting Nurse Association Conference Room. Call Jan Fritz 879-1632.

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Let’s Dance presents its 16th annual Dance Program at 7 p.m. Saturday at Soroco High School. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for seniors and children younger than 12. Tickets are available at the door, at the studio and from Tamara at 736-2513.

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A very big thank you to “Crazy Cordelia,” who plays the piano for Doak residents on Tuesdays. Everyone loves the old-time songs. Thanks also to Grandkids Child Care Center for coming by Doak with all the little children and babies, who are so much fun to have around.

Doak news and visitors Gisele Miller visited Lila recently at the Doak Walker Care Center. JoAnn Lombardi and Edwinna Bruder, of Oak Creek, visited Phyllis Burrowes at Doak recently. Carol Rickman frequently has had guests at Doak. Frances Withers and Bettie Pierce have been enjoying visits from friends and family.

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last week. Jim and Marilyn Goggin, of Yampa, have enjoyed visits with family lately. Marianne Apple enjoyed visits with family last week. Clarice Reid enjoyed visits from her son recently. Phyllis Fulton’s son and daughter-in-law have been visiting at Doak.

Off for vacation Jim and Kate Novak, of Yampa, recently left for vacation in Savannah, Ga. Jim said he needed to clear his mind after the end of a busy tax season.

Bingo prizes needed Bingo players at Doak still are in need of all kinds of jewelry for prizes — earrings, necklaces, bracelets, pins and anything else is welcome. Thanks for the support.

Thanks to the staff Thanks to all the staff at Doak who, as always, do so much for the residents to make their lives better.

Hayden Compiled by Laurie Hallenbeck

Milestones Happy birthday wishes to Phyllis Fulton, Janet Babish, Tim Frentress Jr., Vincent Scura, Curt Armbruster, Ariele Johnson and Jacob Zabel.

Shooting news The 4-H Shooting Club of Hayden had its second rifle meeting Thursday. Members are

studying to take their tests, and then they will begin practicing on their rifles in a few weeks. The 4-H Archery Club of Hayden met at the Routt County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall in Hayden on Friday. They have been practicing for several months.

Girl Scouts news The Hayden Girl Scouts met Thursday for their weekly meeting. The Daisies played card games, the Brownies made picture frames out of old CDs, and the Juniors made braided belts.

Tea next weekend The Historical Society of Oak Creek and Phippsburg will have its Third Annual Women’s High Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. May 3 at the Oak Creek Community Center. Wear your own hat, boa and if you want, an old-fashioned dress for an afternoon of festivity. Flute music will be provided, as will delicious food and several kinds of tea. A silent auction also will be held.

to bring used or new items to sell. For more information, call Gala Affair owner Sandy Messing at 734-6100.

Spring cleaning Hayden Clean Up Day is May 9, so start cleaning out those garages and sell the stuff at the Community Garage sale or take it to the trash bins at the Hayden Mercantile. For more information about what items can be taken to trash bins, call Town Hall at 2763741.

Free card making If you haven’t found anything to do for May 9, travel to the Hayden Artisan’s Marketplace, where you can make any type of card for free! Mother’s Day is coming up, so anybody can make a card for mom. Make as many cards as you like. All supplies will be provided. This event is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Scholarships to give

Jim Folley, of Hayden Mat and Frame, invites everybody to come to his open house from 2 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. He will showcase his new gallery and several of the local artists. Stop by at 117 W. Jefferson Ave. and meet Jim and friends.

Routt County CattleWomen are offering scholarships to any high school graduate or student who already is in college, who is from a beef-producing family or going into an agricultural field. Students can pick up their applications from any high school counselor or at the Routt County Extension Office, or call Laurie Hallenbeck at 276-4152.

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The Hayden Community Garage Sale and Vendors Mart will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 9 at the Exhibit Hall in Hayden. Booth spaces are available inside and outside of the hall. Everybody is welcome

Hayden’s Historical significance will be discussed at noon Tuesday at the Haven Community Center. Please take a sack lunch. For more information, call Historic Routt County at 875-1305.

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Sunday, April 26, 2009 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Tom Welling, 32; Jet Li, 46; Michael Damian, 47; Carol Burnett, 76 Happy Birthday: You have plenty of insight and strong values but, when it comes to dealing with others, you may need more. You must take a strong position right from the start if you want to come out the victor. You have the ability to adapt but only if you truly believe it is right for you. You can learn -- and teach -- important lessons this year. Your numbers are 4, 11, 18, 20, 23, 34, 39 ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t let anyone get you down. Be original and build your own pathway to progress and success. It’s your ability to be cutting edge that will keep you in the game. ★★★★ TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may feel a little impatient and impulsive but that isn’t going to help you settle matters of concern. Don’t rush into anything that could cause you to lose time and money. A passionate encounter could lead to an irreversible mistake. ★★★ GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll be more interested in social activities and having fun when you should be focusing on getting ahead professionally or scholastically. Money, legal and health issues will all prevail if not taken care of properly. ★★★ CANCER (June 21-July 22): Stiﬂe an emotional situation at home before it has a chance to become uncontrollable. Be cautious about the signals you send. As soon as you let someone get the upper hand, you could get the short end of the stick. ★★★ LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You may be at odds with what you should and shouldn’t do but don’t pass up any opportunity that will bring you greater passion. Travel, learning and expressing your ideas and plans will lead to special beneﬁts. ★★★★ VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can make some new contacts by getting involved in a networking event, conference or convention. Show your skills masterfully and you will be recognized and offered opportunities. Change is upon you. ★★

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Nothing but your own laziness will stand between you and getting what you want. You can push your ideas and charm people into getting on board with you. Children, creative hobbies and self-improvement projects will all play a role. ★★★★★ SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Contractors, renovations and domestic purchases will all cost more than you bargain for. You may want to make a few alterations that will save you money and keep you from being swindled. Don’t believe everything you hear. ★★★ SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You may be trapped into doing something you never thought you would do. A commitment is apparent that will tie you up in more ways than you imagined. Love and romance are in the stars and can bring you a lot of joy. ★★★ CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Get your papers in order and take care of any matters concerning your home, family or property. Be careful not to give information to someone who may use it against you. A lost love will cause you some problems.★★★ AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Make some changes at home that suit your needs and you will be able to start a new project to increase your earning potential. A love relationship will grow into something more spectacular than you imagined. You will get the support you need. ★★★★★ PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t count on a promise. An emotional or personal issue will leave you feeling empty. Don’t give in to someone who is trying to get something from you. Once you realize that you can do just as well by yourself you will make gains. ★★ Birthday Baby: You are strongwilled, extremely efﬁcient and a gifted communicator. You have strength and courage. You are passionate and secretive about your personal likes and dislikes.

Cryptogram Solutions 1. I learned a lot at school about finance and investing. All my actions created principal interest and very high penalties. Lots of dumb people copied me, too! 2. An oyster was upset with a barnacle over a territorial dispute. “I’m between a rock and a hard place and I’ll have to take you to small clams court,” said the oyster. 3. A woman was ready to pick a fight with her husband. She blurted out, “My patience and love are at an end, and don’t forget, I have an attitude and I know how to use it.” 4. Three men—from Red Square, the Oval Office and the Pentagon—met to talk over world problems. They quickly agreed to be multi-faceted and view things from all angles.

The Sunday Crossword OVERHEARD AT THE PUB By Norm Guggenbiller ACROSS 1 De Niro’s “Raging Bull” role 8 Herod’s fortress 14 “I can’t be the only one thinking this” 20 Hustler’s target 21 Emcees’ deliveries 22 “Sorry” 23 32-Down player 24 Nearly matching outfit’s problem? 26 Repeat 27 Assimilate 29 Name in B-29 lore 30 Play-__ 31 Sleep lab subject 34 Vibrations 38 Lock inventor Linus 40 Zany Martha 41 Popular Apple 43 Inter __ 44 Chooses not to accept 47 Wild zebra party? 50 Terrestrial salamanders 51 Shade of gray 54 Natl. Pizza Month 55 Tangle 56 Petition 58 Trinidad partner 60 Muscular 63 Outcast 65 Amo, amas, __ 66 Tonsillitis-treating MDs 67 Catch 70 Brit. recording giant 71 Basket weaving operation? 75 Play with robots 76 Actor Stephen 77 Prefix with -cardium 78 Currency exchange fee 79 Zippo filler 81 Light in the kitchen 82 Taken for 85 Grade school goop 86 Ice dams may form in them 89 Ran into 91 Full 93 Cleft site 94 Ski house that rustles in the wind?

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