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The rise and fall of Routt County’s real estate economy

Commissioned sculptures in Little Toots Park will receive recognition Saturday Page 11

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John Salazar speaks out Congressman talks about health care reform process, focuses on national deficit Page 3

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he blend of old and new helps define modern-day Steamboat. Consider the city’s Western heritage and small-town character, which helped fuel the demand for the new construction that dominated the middle part of this decade. Skyrocketing home prices created issues of their own, particularly affordability for working-class residents. Local governments stepped in to help, with mixed results. Developments such as Trailhead Lodge at Wildhorse Meadows, pictured above, built deed-restricted units to satisfy new city ordinances. But when the market crashed, the demand waned and the buyers vanished, many of them seeking suddenly affordable market-rate units. Indeed, affordability is being redefined in Routt County.

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Part 4 of a five-part series from the Steamboat Pilot & Today

■ EXPLORE STEAMBOAT Your weekend guide to arts and entertainment in Steamboat Springs, including movie times and film reviews, begins on page 19.

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Jim Engelken confirms City Council candidacy Former councilman to run in opposition to current members, against their development interests Brandon Gee

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The second of two former Steamboat Springs City Council members has confirmed his candidacy for the 2009 election.

Jim Engelken served on the council from 1995 to 2001. He’s decided to vie for another tour of duty because he thinks current council members are putting development interests ahead of those of the community. His primary concerns are related to the Steamboat 700

project seeking annexation. “I’ve decided to run for City Council,” said Engelken, 51, who has been considering running for a couple of weeks. “I was hesitant because I think anyone who runs saying this City Council has put the interests of the developers ahead

of the interests of the community will face heavy opposition from the combined weight of the entire development community. But somebody’s got to stand up and say it because it’s true.” Engelken, a 30-year employee of Steamboat’s Safeway gro-

cery store, cited several decisions that he thinks are examples of a pro-development sentiment. Among them are changes approved Engelken by City Council to allowable height and other dimensional standards at the base of Steamboat Ski Area. The changes included an increase in the maximum allowable height from 67 feet to 105 feet. “To me, the biggest danger facing the city right now is the fact that City Council is about to sign an annexation agreement that commits the city to a funding source for Steamboat 700 known as a voluntary real estate transfer fee,” Engelken said. “The problem is, it’s voluntary only for the developers. To the people who actually have to pay this, it’s going to look and feel like a tax.” Steamboat 700 is a proposed master-planned community of about 2,000 homes west of city limits. The developers and city plan to use a real estate transfer tax to defray some of the development’s costs and provide money for infrastructure and affordable housing. Engelken doesn’t buy the argument that such taxes — otherwise illegal in Colorado — are permissible if negotiated as part of an annexation. “There is at least a reasonable chance that it could be overturned. And if it is, the city … will be left holding a huge bill,” Engelken said. “For the City Council to gamble on this funding source, I think is just flat-out irresponsible, and they’re doing it solely for the benefit of the developer.” A final vote about whether to annex Steamboat 700 is scheduled for fall, before the election. Engelken said if that occurs, he hopes a referendum election will void the annexation and that a new council can renegotiate it. He thinks the project is being rushed and that several questions remain unanswered. He also rejected claims that the city’s West of Steamboat Springs Area Plan is a declaration that the community wants to see growth in that area. “That’s like saying the Forest Service prepares planning documents because they want forest fires,” Engelken said. “We assumed growth was coming, and we thought we ought to plan for it. Nothing more.” Engelken is running for council’s two-year, at-large seat. He likely will face local See Engelken, page 14

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U.S. Rep. John Salazar, a Blue Dog Democrat accused of hiding from the health care debate, outlined and defended his stances on the issue Thursday. Those stances include support of the “public option” and his argument that health care reform is critical but cannot add to the national deficit. John Salazar He described the “town hall meetings” being held by other representatives and senators on the issue as unproductive. Salazar represents Northwest Colorado — and much of the Western Slope — in Congress. He spoke with the Steamboat Pilot & Today about health care

For CNN’s full glossary of health care debate terms, visit www.cnn. com/2009/POLITICS/08/18/health.care. definitions/index.html

Thursday before speaking at the Colorado Water Congress’ annual summer conference at the Sheraton Steamboat Resort. He also talked about health care, in addition to energy legislation and federally funded water projects, during his conference address. Last week, Colorado Republican Chairman Dick Wadhams attacked Salazar for not scheduling any “town hall meetings” to discuss health care, like the ones other representatives and senators have held across the country. “John Salazar has been virtually invisible during the August congressional recess as he hides from the public,” Wadhams stated in a news release. As one of 52 members of the

“Blue Dog” coalition of fiscally conservative Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives, Salazar also has been criticized by leaders in his own party who hoped to finalize health care reform before the August recess. “The Blue Dog coalition, we were actually able to slow down the process,” Salazar said proudly. “This is not in my opinion about Democrat or Republican, but addressing America’s health care needs. This is the one shot we have of getting it done right.” Salazar said prolonging the health care debate has produced better data and good conversations — and allowed legislators to actually read the competing proposals. Others accused the coalition of opposing health care reform, being obstructionist and perhaps harboring ulterior motives such as protecting campaign contributors. See Salazar, page 16

Water levels in Colorado declared healthy Speaker at conference: Snow levels caused unnecessary scares Zach Fridell

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The peaks and valleys of snowfall last winter left water experts in Colorado concerned about water availability for 2009, but thanks to a few late

snowfalls and a cool, wet summer, Colorado’s water level is as good as any recent year. Mike Gillespie, the snow supervisor for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, said there were a couple of times in the 2008-09 winter that snowfall wasn’t living up to

expectations. In the first months of the season, the snowfall was at or near the record minimum. Gillespie reported about the state of Colorado snowpack throughout the past year at See Water levels, page 15

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New technology could more than quadruple the number of flights that can enter or exit the valley each hour. The Wide Area Multilateration system is scheduled to launch Sept. 12. The system uses ground sensors to detect transponders in airplanes. Computers perform complex equations to triangulate the data and calculate planes’ altitude, speed and location. The system has been in the works for more than four years and has earned approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. Dignitaries including U.S. Rep. John Salazar, D-Colo., attended what Routt County Commissioner Doug Monger called a “philosophical ribbon cutting” Thursday at Yampa Valley Regional Airport. No ribbons were involved, but participants celebrated with cake and brief speeches. “For us, the single biggest benefit is just the efficiency it gives to our commercial jets in

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Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden revealed its Wide Area Multilateration system, a plane-tracking system, Thursday. YVRA employee Bonnie Steele asks senior system engineer Rick Castaldo to explain the flights appearing on a screen.

winter,” Airport Manager Dave Ruppel said after the ceremony. As of now, about four takeoffs or landings can happen safely across the Yampa Valley during one hour, Ruppel said. The Wide Area Multilateration system could increase that to nearly 20 flights an hour, he said. Under the current system,

air-traffic controllers in the Denver area track flights to the Yampa Valley. Those controllers can’t see planes on radar once their altitude drops below 11,000 feet, Assistant Airport Manager Dean Smith said. The new system allows trackers to watch planes to the ground. See YVRA, page 18

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■ The Steamboat All Arts Festival continues through Sunday at citywide venues, including the Yampa River Art Stroll on Yampa Street. For details and a full schedule, check out the “Events Calendar” link at www. exploresteamboat.com or visit www. steamboatchamber.com.

A celebration of life service for Richard Smith is at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church.

■ Yampatika hosts a free, guided hike at 9 a.m. at Fish Creek Falls. Meet at the upper parking lot kiosk. ■ Steamboat Lake State Park hosts a guided hike at noon at the Tombstone Nature Trail, a goldpanning program at 2 p.m. at the Dutch Hill swim beach, and a black gear game at 5 p.m. at the Sunrise Vista Amphitheater. A parks pass is required, and all ages are welcome. ■ Tread of Pioneers Museum hosts Crawford family descendant Nancy Rosi with “Lulie Crawford’s Artwork Comes to Life” at noon as part of the museum’s Brown Bag Lecture Series. Take a lunch to the free event. Call 879-2214. ■ Deanne Stodden, of Castle Meinhold & Stawiarski, presents a foreclosure training session from 1 to 3:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Hearing Room of the Routt County Courthouse. Stodden will discuss how new laws will affect foreclosures, public trustee offices, borrowers and loans in default. All are welcome. E-mail Jeanne Whiddon at jwhiddon@co.routt.co.us for details. ■ A free youth art show and pizza party is from 4 to 7 p.m. at Steamboat Arts & Craft Gym, 1280 13th St. Art by local preschoolers to teenagers will be displayed. Call 970870-0384. ■ Free classes to obtain a technician class ham radio license are from 5 to 8 p.m. today and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at 721 Oak St. Register by calling George Weber at 303-5541365 or 720-839-8270. ■ Merchants in the Design District (between Third and Fifth streets on Lincoln Avenue) host a downtown stroll from 4 to 7 p.m. Refreshments will be offered. Register to win $200 to be used at participating businesses. Call Cathy Vogelaar at Steamboat Floral and Gifts, 879-1424, or Peta Elmes at Cowgirls and Angels, 870-9209. ■ The Hayden Farmers Market is from 5 to 8 p.m. in the 100 block of Walnut Street, just south of U.S. Highway 40. Vendor slots filled on a first-come basis. Anyone interested in selling products or produce can call Suzanne at 970-846-0616.

SATURDAY ■ Yampatika hosts a wild mushroom workshop from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $45 for members and $50 for nonmembers. Call 871-9151 to register. A free, guided hike is at 9 a.m. at Fish Creek Falls. Meet at the upper parking lot kiosk. ■ The second annual Bazzoomba Babe Garage Sale is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 442 Third St. All proceeds are donated to the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Call Melissa at 846-3015 for details or to donate. ■ Three Quarter Circles hosts a fun shoot at 9 a.m. The cost is $35. Call Bryan at 734-5462. ■ Routt County Riders sponsors trail work from 9 a.m. to noon on Emerald Mountain. Take work gloves and water. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. RSVP to Gretchen at mgsehler@comcast.net or 819-1564. ■ The city of Steamboat Springs and the Steamboat Springs Public Art Board host an art dedication of Madeline Wiener’s “Let the Music Play” sculpture at 11 a.m. in Little Toots Park, 12th and Yampa streets. ■ Stagecoach State Park hosts a Junior Ranger program for children of all ages at 11 a.m. at the marina deck. Earn a Junior Ranger badge. At 2 p.m., meet at the swim beach to learn about and help catch crayfish. Programs are free with a park pass. ■ Steamboat Lake State Park hosts a guided hike at noon at the Tombstone Trailhead, crawdad fishing at 2 p.m. at the Bridge Island footbridge, a deer family program at 4 p.m. at the visitor center and a moonlit hike at 8:30 p.m. at the Sunrise Vista Amphitheater. A parks pass is required, and all ages are welcome. ■ Testing for a ham radio license is at 2 p.m. at 721 Oak St. The cost is $15. Walk-ins are OK, but register by calling George Weber at 303-5541365 or 720-839-8270. ■ Loco di Vino, a benefit for

Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp, is at 6:30 p.m. in Steinberg Pavilion. Latin wine tasting and tapas are at 6:30 p.m., live music is at 8 p.m., and a piñata pull is at 10 p.m. Tickets cost $50. Call 970-879-7125, or e-mail p-m@perrymansfield.org.

SUNDAY ■ Trapper’s Lake Sierra Club and the U.S. Forest Service will work to close potential OHV routes near Columbine from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Anyone interested in volunteering is welcome. Work will be moderate to strenuous. Call Stacey at 819-0120 for details and to RSVP. ■ Routt County Rifle Club hosts a fun shoot at 9 a.m. The cost is $35. Call Bryan at 734-5462. ■ Steamboat Lake State Park hosts a bird walk at 9 a.m., a plaster of Paris track program at 11 a.m. and a sandhill crane activity at 1 p.m., all at the visitor center. A parks pass is required, and all ages are welcome. ■ Concordia Lutheran Church, Holy Name Catholic Church and the Steamboat Christian Center host Fellowship and Fun in the Park, beginning with gospel worship and praise music at 10 a.m. in West Lincoln Park. A free barbecue lunch is at noon, followed by music and games. ■ The Steamboat Springs Youth Hockey Association’s annual Hockey Swap is from 2 to 4 p.m. at Howelsen Ice Arena. Contribute old or outgrown hockey equipment and look for new gear. Donate to local hockey and skate with local high school players from 3 to 4 p.m. Equipment drop-off is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. ■ The Steamboat Springs Arts Council celebrates the 100th anniversary of the historic Steamboat train depot with a block party at 5 p.m. at the Depot Art Center on 13th Street. The event includes live music, swing dancing, refreshments and exhibits.

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Liberal lies about national health care Ann Coulter

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■ National health care will punish the insurance companies. You want to punish insurance companies? Make them compete. As Adam Smith observed, whenever two businessmen meet, “the conversation ends in a conspiracy against the public, or in some contrivance to raise prices.” That’s why we need a third, fourth and 45th competing insurance company that will undercut Coulter them by offering better service at a lower price. Tiny little France and Germany have more competition among health insurers than the U.S. does right now. Amazingly, both of these socialist countries have less state regulation of health insurance than we do, and you can buy health insurance across regional lines — unlike in the U.S., where a federal law allows states to ban

interstate commerce in health insurance. You could fix 90 percent of the problems with health insurance by ending the federal law allowing states to ban health insurance sales across state lines. But when John McCain called for ending the ban during the 2008 presidential campaign, he was attacked by Joe Biden — another illustration of the ironclad Ann Coulter rule that the worst Republicans still are better than allegedly “conservative” Democrats. ■ National health care will “increase competition and keep insurance companies honest” — as President Barack Obama has said. Government-provided health care isn’t a competitor; it’s a monopoly product paid for by the taxpayer. Consumers may be able to “choose” whether they take the service — at least at first — but every single one of us will be forced to buy it, under penalty of prison for tax evasion. It’s like a new cable plan with a “yes” box, but no “no” box. Obama himself compared national

health care to the post office — immediately conjuring images of a highly efficient and consumer-friendly work force — which, like so many consumer-friendly shops, is closed by 2 p.m. on Saturdays, all Sundays and every conceivable holiday. But what most people don’t know — including the president, apparently — with certain narrow exceptions, competing with the post office is prohibited by law. ■ Insurance companies are denying legitimate claims because they are “villains.” Obama denounced the insurance companies in Sunday’s New York Times, saying: “A man lost his health coverage in the middle of chemotherapy because the insurance company discovered that he had gallstones, which he hadn’t known about when he applied for his policy. Because his treatment was delayed, he died.” Well, yeah. That and the cancer. Assuming this is true — which would distinguish it from every other story told See Coulter, page 9

Priority test: Health care or prisons? Nicholas D. Kristof THE NEW YORK TIMES

At a time when we Americans may abandon health care reform because it supposedly is “too expensive,” how is it that we can afford to imprison people such as Curtis Wilkerson? Wilkerson is serving a life sentence in California — for stealing a $2.50 pair of socks. As The Economist noted recently, he already had two offenses on his record (both for abetting robbery at age 19), and so the “three strikes” law Kristof resulted in a life sentence. This is unjust, of course. But considering that California spends almost $49,000 annually per prison inmate, it’s also an extraordinary waste of money. Astonishingly, many politicians seem to think we should lead the world in prisons, not in health care or education.

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It’s time for a fundamental re-evaluation of the criminal justice system, as legislation sponsored by Sen. Jim Webb has called for, so that we’re no longer squandering money that would be far better spent on education or health. Consider a few facts: ■ The United States incarcerates people at nearly five times the world average. Of those sentenced to state prisons, 82 percent were convicted of nonviolent crimes, according to one study. ■ California spends $216,000 annually on each inmate in the juvenile justice system. In contrast, it spends only $8,000 on each child attending the troubled Oakland public school system, according to the Urban Strategies Council. ■ For most of American history, we had incarceration rates similar to those in other countries. Then with the “war on drugs” and the focus on law and order in the 1970s, incarceration rates soared. ■ One in 10 black men ages 25 to 29 were imprisoned last year, partly because

possession of crack cocaine (disproportionately used in black communities) draws sentences equivalent to having 100 times as much powder cocaine. Black men in the United States have a 32 percent chance of serving time in prison at some point in their lives, according to the Sentencing Project. Look, there’s no doubt that many people in prison are cold-blooded monsters who deserve to be there. But overall, in a time of limited resources, we’re overinvesting in prisons and underinvesting in schools. Indeed, education spending may reduce the need for incarceration. The evidence on this isn’t conclusive, but it’s noteworthy that graduates of the Perry Preschool program in Michigan, an intensive effort for disadvantaged children in the 1960s, were about 40 percent less likely to be arrested than those in a control group. Above all, it’s time for a rethink of our See Kristof, page 9 Bruce Tinsley

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Free market best to provoke competition Coulter continued from 8 by Democrats pushing national health care — in a free market, such an insurance company couldn’t stay in business. Other insurance companies would scream from the rooftops about their competitor’s shoddy business practices, and customers would leave in droves. If customers only had a choice! But we don’t because of government regulation of health insurance. ■ National health care will give Americans “basic consumer protections that will finally hold insurance companies account-

able” — as Barack Obama claimed in his op/ed in The New York Times. You want to protect consumers? Do it the same way we protect consumers of dry cleaning, hamburgers and electricians: Give them the power to tell their insurance companies, “I’m taking my business elsewhere.” ■ Government intervention is the only way to provide coverage for pre-existing conditions. The only reason most “preexisting” conditions aren’t already covered is because of government regulations that shrink the insurance market to a microscopic size, which leads

to fewer options in health insurance and a lot more uninsured people than would exist in a free market. If we had a free market in health insurance, it would be inexpensive and easy to buy insurance for “pre-existing” conditions before they exist, for example, insurance on unborn — unconceived — children and health insurance even when you don’t have a job. The vast majority of “pre-existing” conditions that currently exist in a cramped, limited, heavily regulated insurance market would be “covered” conditions under a free market in health insurance.

Money should fund education, health care Kristof continued from 8 drug policy. The point is not to surrender to narcotics, but to learn from our approach to tobacco and alcohol. We have developed public health strategies that have been quite successful in reducing the harm from smoking and drinking. If we want to try a public health approach to drugs, we could learn from Portugal. In 2001, it decriminalized the pos-

session of all drugs for personal use. Ordinary drug users still can be required to participate in a treatment program, but they no longer are dispatched to jail. “Decriminalization has had no adverse effect on drug usage rates in Portugal,” notes a report this year from the Cato Institute. It notes that drug use appears to be lower in Portugal than in most other European countries and that Portuguese public opinion is strongly

behind this approach. Opponents of universal health care and early childhood education say we can’t afford them. Granted, deficits are a real constraint and we can’t do everything, and prison reform won’t come near to fully financing health care reform. Still, would we rather use scarce resources to educate children and heal the sick or to imprison people because they used drugs or stole a pair of socks?

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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 12:19 a.m. Steamboat Springs Police Department officers were called to a report of theft of a woman’s wallet in the first block of Seventh Street. 1:21 a.m. Police were called to a report of a disturbance in the 400 block of South Lincoln Avenue where two men and a woman reportedly were arguing and intoxicated. Officers mediated the situation and everything was fine. 11:31 a.m. Police were called to a report of a shoplifter in Central Park Plaza where a woman reportedly was in custody. Officers issued a ticket. 12:05 p.m. Police and Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue emergency responders were called to a report of a fire alarm in the 600 block of Pine Grove Plaza where a person boiling eggs accidentally set off a fire alarm. Everything was fine. 12:22 p.m. Hayden police were called to a report of a trespass in the 200 block of West Jefferson Avenue in Hayden. 12:48 p.m. Deputies were called to a report of a theft of a grinder from a garage in the 16000 block of Routt County Road 16 near Oak Creek.

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1:21 p.m. Deputies were called to a report of theft of five pairs of skis from a storage unit in the 36000 block of Tree Haus Drive. The skis were valued at more than $1,000. 2:15 p.m. Police were called to a report of a drunken driver at Yampa and 11th streets where a woman got out of her car after a minor accident and reportedly smelled of alcohol. Officers are investigating. 3:09 p.m. Police were called to a request for citizen assistance in the 2100 block of Curve Court where a person requested a voucher for a taxi. 3:31 p.m. Police were called to a request for an officer in the 1300 block of Dream Island Plaza. One man was taken to detox. 4:26 p.m. Deputies were called to a report of a suspicious person in the 1100 block of C.R. 74 near Hayden where a woman reported that a man walked up her driveway but left when she turned the light on. Deputies found that the man was a neighbor looking for his dog, and everything was fine. 5:52 p.m. Deputies and Steamboat Springs

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.

Fire Rescue were called to a report of a crash with a car and a motorcycle on Buffalo Pass above Dry Lake Campground. There were minor injuries, but the drivers refused medical assistance. 8:09 p.m. Police and deputies were called to a vehicle complaint in the 1100 block of Lincoln Avenue where a man reportedly was driving erratically and cutting off other drivers. The man reportedly parked his car and got out. The car was turned over to the man’s wife, and police issued the man a citation. 8:11 p.m. Police were called to a report of harassment in Steamboat. 11:37 p.m. Police were called to a report of a suspicious vehicle in Central Park Plaza where three people were in a car. Officers talked to the people, and everything was fine.

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Local artist Robert Dieckhoff leaned against one of three massive sculptures in Little Toots Park on a sunny afternoon Thursday while children sat, climbed and played on another. The scene was exactly what the city of Steamboat Springs VIDEO and the Steamboat Springs Public Art ONLINE Board had in mind www.steamboatpilot.com when they commissioned the sculptures, which were installed If you go in June. What: Art “It was really cridedication at tical that whatever Little Toots Park pieces were selectWhen: 11 a.m. ed were extremely Saturday Where: Little child-friendly,” said Toots Park, Dieckhoff, chairman 12th and Yampa of the Art Board. streets “I want to embrace them. I want to sit on them and climb on them. They serve that purpose so perfectly. All the little MATT STENSLAND/STAFF nooks and crannies, it makes you want to play. It’s sort of a joyful attraction.” Residents Matisse Ciufo, 8, from left, Caroline McLaughlin, 5, and her See Dedication, page 17

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There will be a new face on the Steamboat Springs School Board after the November election. And it could be Bill Kennedy, a native of Yonkers, N.Y. The former superintendent of two school districts in New York, Kennedy, 64, said Wednesday he will run for a School Board seat. Kennedy moved to Steamboat Springs in June 2005 after retiring the previous year. For 15 years before Kennedy moved to town, he visited his son, Craig, (the president of CK Consulting and cofounder of Access Anything, an organization that promotes adaptive sports and adventure travel for people with disabilities) to ski in Steamboat. Bill Kennedy spent 39 years in education. He began as an elementary physical education teacher in Clinton, N.Y., before he moved up to the high school level where he spent nine years. Kennedy then was high school principal for 18 years in Glen Falls, N.Y. As superintendent, he spent two years in Potsdam, N.Y., and four years in Norwich, N.Y. Kennedy said he also served on the New York state curriculum committee for several years. He’s expressed interest in an education role in Steamboat before. Kennedy was one of three finalists two years ago for interim

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Bill Kennedy, a former superintendent for two school districts in New York, is running for the Steamboat Springs School Board.

superintendent of the Steamboat Springs School District, a position later given to Sandra Smyser. “It’s been something I’ve been thinking about for a long time,” Kennedy said about running for the School Board. “And I happen to be in the same district as a board member who’s not running. So, I thought, ‘Why not?’ I feel like if I can contribute to the community, that would be great.” No one has announced an intention to oppose Kennedy for the District 1 seat occupied by John DeVincentis, the former longtime principal of Strawberry Park Elementary School. DeVincentis said earlier this month that he would not seek re-election. Denise Connelly, who occupies the District 3 seat

that also is up for election in November, has said she will run for re-election. As of Thursday afternoon, no one else had expressed interest in either seat, said Anne Muhme, the district’s election official. Candidates have until 4 p.m. Aug. 28 to return petitions with signatures of 50 registered voters to Muhme. Kennedy, who is married to Barb (Kennan) Kennedy, a former Soda Creek Elementary School teacher, said he doesn’t have a specific agenda or platform. Kennedy said he’s looking forward to the possibility of getting back into education. “I guess I never lost the urge to be involved in education,” Kennedy said.

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Grazing workshop next week Bonnie Koblitz

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The Middle Park Conservation District, in conjunction with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Blue Valley Ranch and Gunnison National Forest Paonia District, is inviting livestock producers and agency professionals to a prescribed grazing and herding workshop from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 28 and 29. The workshop will be presented at Blue Valley Ranch with some classroom instruction and background, but most of the time will be on the ground with instruction and practice with Guy Glossom, manager of the award-winning Mesquite Ranch in Snyder, Texas. During the daytime, participants will learn how to move cattle easily and efficiently with very little stress on the animals.

At 7 p.m. Aug. 28, at the CSU Extension Hall, Dave Bradford, from Gunnison National Forest Paonia District, and John Kossler, representing the West Elk Livestock Association, will give a talk about their experiences using these practices in the West Elk Mountains. Prescribed grazing that meets the needs of soil and plants, as well as animals and their owners, is the single most important practice to improve environmental management and health and ensure the long-term sustainability of our grazing land resources. Across the West, intensive prescribed grazing management has demonstrated improve-

ments in land health and livestock production. But setstocked, continuously grazed lands, and lands under longterm rest from grazing, have not recovered from degradation or have deteriorated further. Participation is limited to 25 people, and the fee is $50 a person. The workshop will be geared toward livestock producers and agency personnel that deal with grazing allotments. Call the Middle Park Conservation District at 724-3456 to reserve a space. Lunch will be provided each day. The workshop is supported by the Colorado State University Extension Office and funded by the Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative. Bonnie Koblitz is district manager for the Middle Park Conservation District.

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Last day to file petition to run for council is Monday Engelken continued from 2 landscaper Kyle Pietras, who could not be reached for comment Thursday. Pietras said he would run for the at-large seat or the four-year District 1 seat being vacated by term-limited Councilman Steve Ivancie. Pietras said he supports the current coun-

cil, however, and doesn’t want to run against President Pro-tem Cari Hermacinski. Hermacinski holds the at-large seat but has announced she will run for the District 1 seat. Former City Council President Kevin Bennett also is running for that seat. Four of seven City Council seats are up for election this

year. Other candidates who have confirmed their candidacy include incumbent Councilman Walter Magill, who holds a District 3 seat representing southern Steamboat; and local businessman Kenny Reisman, who said he would run for the four-year, District 2 seat representing the mountain area. City Council President Loui

Antonucci is term-limited and vacating that seat. Nomination petitions are available at the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall on 10th Street. The last day to collect signatures and file a petition is Monday. — To reach Brandon Gee, call 871-4210 or e-mail bgee@steamboatpilot.com

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Dust levels may have melted snow Water levels continued from 3 the Colorado Water Congress’ summer conference, held at the Steamboat Sheraton Resort from Wednesday to noon today. “People start getting a little antsy” when early season snow is below normal levels, he said. “Then, lo and behold, the following month (December) or so we saw huge increases in the snowpack. We accumulated about a quarter of our normal average in the 30 days after that time.” That shot the snowpack from near the minimum to above the 30-year average for several months. Statewide, snowpack was 17 percent above the 30-year average last year. For the Yampa and White River Basin, April 13 was the peak date, at 14 percent above the 30-year average. That’s one day later than the average high point in other years, indicating the snow was sticking slightly longer. Another dry spell late in the winter caused water-watchers to worry again, but Gillespie said the final months of the season were the biggest concern, as snowpack began melting faster than usual, potentially leaving the state dry later in the year. “Fortunately, it turned out to be somewhat cool and wet, and it did slow down the melt somewhat,” he said. Chris Landry, executive director of the Center of Snow and Avalanche Studies in Silverton, said the unusually high level of dust on the snow could have contributed to the fast meltoff. When the 12 dust storms that blew through Colorado last year deposited debris on the snowfields, it caused the snow to melt faster than it ordinarily would, he said. Landry said the snow in the study area had 55 grams of particles per square meter in spring 2009, compared to 12 grams per square meter in 2008. Landry said the source of the dust is not yet known.

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Salazar dismissed criticisms of the Blue Dogs. “They by no means wanted to kill it,” said Annie Fetcher, a Steamboat native and Salazar’s executive assistant. On the contrary, Salazar said, reform is absolutely necessary and noted that health care costs are inflating at a rate of 9.5 percent a year. “If this continues, this will certainly bankrupt America,” he said. “I think we all agree there needs to be some kind of health care reform.” In addition to addressing the cost curve and bringing health care inflation in line with overall inflation, Salazar said reform needs to address rural health care issues and America’s uninsured while benefiting insured Americans. Salazar stood firm by the Blue Dogs’ stance that increasing the national deficit is

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Salazar said he instead plans to hold a telephone town hall meeting, which thousands would be able to participate in by conference call. Salazar said he would be willing to support a “public option” because he thinks creating a competitive marketplace for insurance is essential to reform, but he also lent weight to reports that the public option is dead. “I would support a public option if that’s what we could do,” Salazar said. “My sense being a realist is that we are a deal-breaker. “We have asked the president probably going to be looking to propose something that will toward a cooperative.” The public option refers to be deficit-neutral and doesn’t fund (health care reform) on a government-run health care plan that would the back of our children,” the con“This is an emotional compete with private insurers. The gressman said. “We discussion, health co-op model is an don’t want to incare reform is. It alternative. Cocrease the deficit; that’s for sure.” touches everybody. It ops are owned and managed by their Salazar also impacts every customers and explained why he single American, also would comhasn’t held any that’s for sure. … I pete with private town hall meetings. “It’s very hard to think that open town insurers. Salazar also said address and say this hall meetings on he wants to repeal is where the legislasuch an emotional legislation that pretion stands today,” issue aren’t vents Medicaid said Salazar, referfrom negotiating ring to the fact very productive.” with pharmaceutithere are five verJohn Salazar cal companies for sions of a health U.S. Representative lower prices and care reform bill close the “doughin the House and Senate. “We don’t even know nut hole” that forces some seniors to pay full price for their what we’re commenting on. “This is an emotional discus- prescriptions. Salazar said he thinks a finalsion, health care reform is. It touches everybody,” he contin- ized health care reform proposal ued. “It impacts every single will be ready by the end of the American, that’s for sure. … I year and that legislation is movthink that open town hall meeting in a direction he supports.

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Artist: Sculptures were created for interactive use Dedication continued from 11 Denver artist Madeline Wiener was selected to design and build the sculptures, which resemble a blues band and are made of limestone. The city will hold a dedication of the statues at 11 a.m. Saturday. Residents are invited to meet the artist and join in the ribbon-cutting ceremony. “Music is for everybody,” Wiener said in June. “I designed it as part of my ‘Bench People’ series, meaning that they can be sat on, and if anybody wanted to join in the band, they could.” Dieckhoff said that, for its first project, the Art Board wanted to install something celebrating the arts. He said the musical theme of the sculptures accomplishes just that. The city paid for the sculptures. Because of the economic situation and city budget cuts, the Art Board no longer is being funded, but Dieckhoff said the committee will continue on an ad hoc basis and is ready and willing to serve whenever money and the next idea come around.

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Steamboat Springs artist Robert Dieckhoff, who serves as chairman of the Steamboat Springs Public Art Board, said the group chose the “Let the Music Play” installation because of its theme, accessibility and durability. Visit www. steamboatpilot.com to watch a video of Dieckhoff discussing the new sculptures.

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“It is a safety blessing that will benefit everybody in this area,” said Don Kaplan, regional manager for Galaxy Aviation, the fixed-base operator at YVRA. The new system is the first of its kind in the country, said Travis Vallin, aeronautics director for the Department of Transportation’s Division of Aeronautics. The system also serves Rifle. Plans are in the works to add the tracking program in Montrose, Telluride, Durango, Gunnison, Alamosa and possibly Cortez, Vallin said. Alaska plans to use the same system, but its project won’t come online until November, Vallin said. He’s worked from the beginning to add the Wide Area Multilateration system in the Yampa Valley and Rifle. “It’s a very robust system,” Vallin said. “There’s a lot of

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TODAY ❱❱ Steamboat All Arts Festival workshops — Various locations, starting at 9 a.m.

Local painters Susan Schiesser and Janice Lawrence start a day of experiential learning across the visual, performing, literary, film and culinary arts with a workshop about painting, drawing or sculpting from a model at 9 a.m. at Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat. Workshops featuring local artists continue through the weekend, with prices ranging from free to $20. See a full schedule of All Arts Festival events on page 22. Tickets for most events are available at www.steamboatallartsfestival.com. Call 879-0880.

❱❱ Guided gallery tours — Downtown Steamboat Springs, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Volunteers lead guided tours of local galleries and featured local artists that participate in the First Friday Artwalk, with stops including formal art galleries, retailers and alternative venues. Sign up for a two-hour tour at the All Arts Festival information booth on Yampa Street. Tours run at the same time as the Yampa River Art Stroll, the main event of the All Arts Festival. FREE. Call 879-3718 or 879-0880 for more information.

❱❱ Brown Bag Lecture — Tread of Pioneers Museum, noon

Crawford family descendant Nancy Rosi presents “Lulie Crawford’s Artwork Comes to Life” for the Tread’s weekly lunchtime lecture series. Other weekly activities include free walking tours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through the summer. Admission is FREE; bring a bag lunch. Call 879-2214. Corner of Eighth and Oak streets.

❱❱ Youth art show and pizza party — Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym, 4 to 7 p.m.

Students from Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym’s teen, youth and preschool summer sessions and after-school programs showcase their work at a reception that includes free pizza and refreshments. FREE. Call 870-0384. 1280 13th St.

❱❱ Plein air artist reception — Steamboat Art Museum, 5 to 8 p.m.

Artists participating in the fourth annual Art Event — a weeklong fundraiser for the Steamboat Art Museum that sends painters across the county to paint outdoors — will put their three best works from the past week on display for viewing and sale. FREE. Call 870-1755. 801 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Hayden Farmers Market — 100 block of Walnut Street in Hayden, 5 to 8 p.m. Featuring several food stands and other types of vendors, the recently founded Hayden Farmers Market is FREE to attend. Call Suzanne at 846-0616 for more information, or to apply to be a vendor at future markets.

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Steamboat Swings community big band will perform during a Sunday block party celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Depot. Hosted by the Steamboat Springs Arts Council, the party starts at 5 p.m. Sunday at the Depot Art Center and is the final event of the inaugural Steamboat All Arts Festival. Read more about the block party and the All Arts Festival on page 22. Seen here, Steamboat Swings saxophonists Bill Grimes, left, John Fairlie and Michael Lewis play during a Fourth of July celebration. ❱❱ Poetry Slam — Bud Werner Memorial Library, 5 p.m.

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore, the library and the Steamboat All Arts Festival join forces to present an audience-judged war of the words. FREE. Call 879-6830. The library is at Lincoln Avenue and 13th Street.

❱❱ Jesse Christensen — Rex’s American Grill & Bar, 5 p.m. Happy hour entertainment. FREE. Call 870-0438. Rex’s is at 3190 S. Lincoln Ave., next to Holiday Inn.

❱❱ Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series — Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, 7:30 p.m. The rodeo includes tie-down roping, steer wrestling and bull riding. Live entertainment and barbecue get going at 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 7 to 15, and free for children ages 6 and younger. For more information, call 879-1818. The rodeo grounds are at 501 Howelsen Parkway, at the bottom of Fifth Street.

❱❱ George Winston — Strings Music Pavilion, 8 p.m.

Solo pianist George Winston has ✔ been drawing inspiration from his Best surroundings — and occasionally Bet from piano greats such as Fats Waller, Vince Guaraldi and Professor Longhair — for more than three decades, crafting a blend of scene-setting folk originals and New Orleans R&B classics in his live show. The concert is the last of the Strings Music Festival summer 2009 season. Read an interview with Winston in this week’s Explore Steamboat, and listen to “Fragrant Fields,” an original Winston composition, at www.exploresteamboat.com. Tickets are $32 and were limited at press time. Call 879-5056, or visit Strings at www. stringsmusicfestival.com. The Pavilion is at Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Tijerina — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.

Todd Tijerina rocks out on the blues guitar. Pay $10 at the door. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

❱❱ Strive Roots — Old Town Pub, 10 p.m. Strive Roots offers a pop✔ minded rock framework with Best reggae motives. Listen to the Bet California-based band at www. myspace.com/striveroots. FREE. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ The Rowdy Shadehouse Funk Band — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.

Get rowdy with this Denver rock- and soul-powered funk music four-piece. Listen to the band at www.myspace.com/ therowdyshadehousefunkband. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

❱❱ Worried Men — Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill, 10 p.m. Steamboat’s favorite classic rock cover band plays hits from the 1960s onward. FREE. Call 879-3773. 435 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ DJ Also Starring — The Tap

House Sports Grill, 10 p.m.

A weekly dance party features a mash-up of Also Starring’s ever-changing record collection along with crowd-pleasing hits. Drink specials at the bar all night: $2 well drinks and $2 draft beer. FREE. Call 8792431. 729 Lincoln Ave.

SATURDAY ❱❱ Steamboat All Arts Festival workshops — Various locations, starting at 9 a.m.

Irish step dancing expert Nora Parker kicks off a day of first-hand experiences across the visual, performing, literary, film and culinary arts with a lesson in Irish dancing at 9:30 a.m. at Northwest Ballet Studio. Workshops featuring local artists continue through the weekend, with prices ranging from free to $20. See a full schedule of All Arts Festival events on page 22. Tickets for most events are available at www.steamboatallartsfestival.com. Call 879-0880.

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If you go What: George Winston, solo piano, last concert of the summer 2009 season for Strings Music Festival When: 8 p.m. today Where: Strings Music Pavilion, at Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads Cost: $32; tickets were limited as of press time Call: 879-5056 Listen: “Fragrant Fields” by George Winston is streaming at www.exploresteamboat.com.

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‘Inglourious Basterds’ War drama, R, 152 minutes

A big, bold, audacious war movie that will annoy some, startle others, and demonstrate once again that Quentin Tarantino is the real thing, a director of quixotic delights. Brad Pitt, Melanie Laurent and Christoph Waltz star as a hero, a girl and a Nazi in a virtuoso combination of action, droll satire, movie references, rewritten history and delight in filmmaking itself. Rating: ★★★★

‘The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard’ Comedy, R, 90 minutes

A cheerfully, energetically vulgar comedy. Contains a lot of laughs and has studied Political Correctness only enough to make a list of groups to offend. It involves a failing car dealer (James Brolin) who calls in a hired gun (Jeremy Piven) and his team to move goods off the lot during the Fourth of July. Rating: ★★★

‘The Time Traveler’s Wife’ Romance, PG-13, 107 minutes

Clare (Rachel McAdams) is in love with a man who frequently disappears into thin air, leaving behind his clothing in a pile on the floor. Another problem is that whenever he arrives at another time, he’s naked and has to steal clothes. You’d think he’d be demoralized, but somehow the warmth of the actors makes it a bittersweet love story. Rating: ★★★

‘Bandslam’ Comedy, PG, 111 minutes

A geeky kid (Gaelan Connell) gets chosen to manage a popular girl’s (Aly Michalka) high school band for a big tristate competition. He recruits a quiet loner (Vanessa Hudgens, of “High School Musical”) to join the band. Charming, and not any more innocuous than it has to be. Rating: ★★★

‘District 9’ Science fiction, R, 111 minutes

An alien spaceship hovers over Johannesburg, its occupants stranded and starving. They’re placed in a fenced-in district, where the locals fear and resent them. One human and one alien work together, in a mockumentary with apartheid parallels. Rating: ★★★

‘500 Days of Summer’ Comedy, PG-13, 95 minutes

Tom (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) had Summer (Zooey Deschanel) in his life for 500 days and can’t accept that they were numbered. She had absolutely no interest in getting married. A delightful

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comedy of bittersweet romance, stylishly inventive, charmingly acted, that tries everything from a musical number to a blackand-white sequence to deal with a story that refuses to be a wellbehaved romcom. Rating: ★★★★

Movie times for Aug. 21 to 27

‘The Hurt Locker’

❱❱ “The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard” (R) 1:40, 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 1:40, 4:30 and 7 p.m. Sunday 4:30 and 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday

War drama, R, 127 minutes

A great film. Jeremy Renner stars as a bomb-defusing specialist who dismantles bombs under fire in Iraq. Not a phony action movie, no false alarms, but almost unbearable suspense in a story that asks: Why does he do it? With Anthony Mackie as the head of his support team, who is driven crazy by what he considers Renner’s reckless approach to the job. In a movie about bombs, this one doesn’t depend on blowing things up. Rating: ★★★★

‘G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra’ Action, PG-13, 118 minutes

“G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra” is an 118-minute animated film with sequences involving the faces and other body parts of human beings. It is sure to be enjoyed by those whose movie appreciation is defined by the ability to discern that moving pictures and sound are being employed to depict violence. Rating: ★★

‘Julie & Julia’ Comedy, PG-13, 123 minutes

A frustrated Queens wife vows to write a blog about cooking her way through Julia Child’s “Mastering the Art of French Cooking,” 524 recipes in 365 days. The film shows the effect of culinary dedication on both women’s lives and marriages. Amy Adams and Meryl Streep are engaging, and Streep’s impersonation of Child is uncanny. Rating: ★★★

‘The Hangover’ Comedy, R, 100 minutes

A very funny, very raunchy comedy about a disastrous bachelor party in Las Vegas. When the groom (Justin Bartha) disappears, his buddies (Zach Galifianakis, Bradley Cooper and Ed Helms) search for him. Rating: ★★★★ — Roger Ebert

‘Shorts’ Family comedy, PG, 87 minutes

Robert Rodriguez channels his inner 11-year-old with “Shorts,” a childish but fun wish fulfillment-fantasy for kids that’s equal parts boogers, big messages and product placement. Rating: ★★★ — Roger Moore

Chief Plaza Theater 813 Lincoln Ave. 879-0181 www.carmike.com Tickets: $7.50 adult matinee, $7 child matinee, $10 adult evening, $7 child evening

❱❱ “The Time Traveler’s Wife” (PG-13) 1:30, 4:30, 7:15 and 9:40 p.m. Friday and Saturday 1:30, 4:30 and 7:15 p.m. Sunday 4:30 and 7:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “District 9” (R) 1:30, 4:30, 7:15 and 9:40 p.m. Friday and Saturday 1:30, 4:30 and 7:15 p.m. Sunday 4:30 and 7:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “The Hangover” (R) 1:40, 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday 1:40, 4:30 and 7 p.m. Sunday 4:30 and 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday

Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas 655 Marketplace Plaza 870-8222 www.metrotheatres.com Tickets: $9 adult Monday through Thursday, $9.50 adult weekend and holidays, $6.50 matinee before 6:30 p.m., $6.50 children and seniors ❱❱ “Shorts” (PG) 2, 5 and 7:20 p.m. Friday through Sunday 5 and 7:20 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “Inglourious Basterds” (R) 1:30, 4:45 and 8 p.m. Friday through Sunday 4:45 and 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “Bandslam” (PG) 1:50 p.m. Friday through Sunday 5:10 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “The Hurt Locker” (R) 4:25 and 7:40 p.m. Friday through Sunday 7:40 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “500 Days of Summer” (PG-13) 2:20, 5:20 and 7:50 p.m. Friday through Sunday 5:30 and 7:50 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “Julie & Julia” (PG-13) 1:40, 4:35 and 7:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday 4:40 and 7:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday ❱❱ “G.I. Joe” (PG-13) 2:10, 5:10 and 8 p.m. Friday through Sunday 5:20 and 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday

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The Steamboat Springs Arts Council will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its home base building Sunday, with a block party that includes live music, free food and a historical exhibit. At 5 p.m. Sunday, the Steamboat Springs Youth Orchestra and Winter Gardens Conservatory orchestra will perform to start the party, which also includes a swing dancing lesson with Jenny Meier at 6 p.m., a performance by the Steamboat Swings community big band at about 6:45 p.m. and free food provided by Steamboat Smokehouse. Volunteers will run a cash bar during the party, which is scheduled to run until about 8:30 p.m. at the Depot Art Center, said Rachel Radetsky, events and facilities manager for the Arts Council. An exhibit chronicling the historic train depot’s history is presented in collaboration with the Arts Council, Tread of Pioneers Museum and the Wyman Living History Museum of Craig. Each group contributed memorabilia and information about the Moffat railroad’s arrival in Steamboat Springs in 1909, and the subsequent shifts in Routt County industry, population and lifestyle. The exhibit officially opens Saturday morning and will be on display through the weekend. The exhibit shares a name with “On Track,” the Arts Council’s fundraising campaign that will contribute half of its proceeds to continuing arts and cultural programming and half to an endowment See Festival, page 23

What to know about the inaugural Steamboat All Arts Festival: ❱❱ The Steamboat All Arts Festival is a four-day event running through Sunday that highlights local talent in the visual, performing, literary, film and culinary arts while presenting national performing acts. The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association is sponsoring the event. ❱❱ A fine-art sale and showcase dubbed the Yampa River Art Stroll serves as festival headquarters. Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets closed at 8 a.m. Thursday for the event and will remain closed until 8 p.m. Sunday. ❱❱ Tickets for All Arts Festival events are available at the Chamber’s Visitor Center at 125 Anglers Drive and at www. steamboatallartsfestival.com. Today’s George Winston piano concert is ticketed through Strings Music Festival; call 879-5056 or go to www.stringsmusicfestival.com. The Chamber is looking for volunteers to assist with events through Sunday; contact Marion Ayer at 8757008 or marion@steamboatchamber. com for more information. All Arts Festival event schedule: ❱❱ Today: 9 a.m. to noon. Draw, paint or sculpt after a model with critique from Susan Schiesser and Janice Lawrence at Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat; $12 9:30 to 11:15 a.m. Memoir writing workshop with Susan de Wardt at Tread of Pioneers; $15 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Yampa River Art Stroll on Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets; $5 for a weekend pass Noon to 1 p.m. Pastel landscape demo with Robert Dieckhoff at Artists’ Gallery; FREE Noon to 2 p.m. “The Art of Lulie Crawford” at Tread of Pioneers; FREE 2 to 3:30 p.m. Watercolor workshop with Mary Levingston at the Art Tent in Torian Plum Plaza; $10 2 to 4 p.m. Painting from life with Jean Perry at Bud Werner Memorial Library; $15 4 to 5:30 p.m. “Why Can’t I Understand Shakespeare?” with Stuart Handloff at the Art Tent; $10 5 p.m. Design District Open House on Lincoln Avenue between Third and Fifth

streets; FREE 5 p.m. Off the Beaten Path Bookstore Poetry Slam at the library; FREE 5:30 to 8 p.m. Plein air artists reception and sale at Steamboat Art Museum; FREE 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Belly dance “Super Shimmy Power Activate” with Meg Widmer at Northwest Ballet Studio; $10 8 p.m. Strings Music Festival presents pianist George Winston at the Strings Music Pavilion; $32 8 to 10 p.m. “Sips & Sweets” dessert and drink tasting; TBA ❱❱ Saturday: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Irish dancing with Nora Parker at Northwest Ballet Studio; $10 10 to 11:30 a.m. African dance with the Steamboat Springs African Dance & Drum Ensemble at Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp; $5 10 to 11:30 a.m. Photography with Paula Jo Jaconetta at the Art Tent in Torian Plum Plaza; $10 10 to 11:30 a.m. “Beyond the Artist’s Way” with Susan de Wardt at the library; $15 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Yampa River Art Stroll on Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets; $5 for a weekend pass 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Steamboat Art Museum plein air quick-draw benefit and barbecue at Wolf Run Ranch on Routt County Road 33; $25 includes lunch and music by the Yampa Valley Boys Noon to 6 p.m. Performances by local groups on the Yampa Stage at Seventh and Yampa streets 11 a.m. to noon. Hip-hop dance with Tina Buschmann at Northwest Ballet; $10 11 to 11:30 a.m. Public art dedication of “Let the Music Play” at Little Toots Park; FREE Noon to 1:45 p.m. “The Art Nature of Photography” with Ken Lee at the library; $15 Noon to 2 p.m. Beginner plein air painting with Susan Gill Jackson at the Art Tent in Torian Plum Plaza; $15 2 to 2:45 p.m. “Behind the Scenes” with John Sant’Ambrogio at the library; $15

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Schedule continued from 22 2:15 to 3:45 p.m. “A Sense of Place” with Susan de Wardt at the Art Tent in Torian Plum Plaza; $15 3 to 5 p.m. “There’s No Business Like Show Business … Musicals” with Stuart Handloff and Christel Houston at the library; $15 5 to 6 p.m. Lindy Hop dance with Jenny and Brady Meier at Northwest Ballet; $10 5:30 p.m. “Film and Feast” with Dori Weiss at St. Cloud Mountain Club; $50; menu selections are paired with an American film, which Weiss will discuss before and after a screening 6:30 p.m. “Loco di Vino” benefit and wine tasting at Perry-Mansfield; $50; featuring wine and tapas, and music by Spanish bluegrass band Rojos Calientes 7:30 p.m. Steamboat Springs Orchestra concert at Strings Music Pavilion; $30; featuring Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5, and the theme from “Hook” and “Cowboys Overture,” by John Williams 8 to 10 p.m. “Sips & Sweets” dessert and drink tasting; TBA ❱❱ Saturday Yampa Stage schedule; local groups perform at Seventh and Yampa streets: 11:45 a.m. Culinary demo — Steamboat Meat & Seafood Co. Noon. Jasmir Belly Dance Troupe, Lindy Hop and lyrical dance presentations 12:15 p.m. Culinary demo — Bobby

Aldighieri and Caroline Lalive 12:30 p.m. Yampa Valley Ceili Society traditional Irish dancing 1:00 p.m. Lyrical dance presentation 1:05 p.m. Culinary demo — bistro c.v. 1:15 p.m. Andy Pratt, jazz pianist and singer 2:45 p.m. Culinary demo — Café Diva 3:00 p.m. Steamboat Springs African Dance & Drum Ensemble 3:45 p.m. Culinary demo — L’Apogee 4:00 p.m. Organstein Jazz Trio 4:45 p.m. Culinary demo — Yepello Chocolates & Confections 5:00 p.m. Organstein Jazz Trio ❱❱ Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Yampa River Art Stroll on Yampa Street between Fifth and Seventh streets; $5 for a weekend pass 10 a.m. to noon “Getting Your Act Together” with Michael Brumbaugh at the library; $20 Noon to 2 p.m. Beginner plein air painting with Susan Gill Jackson at Artists’ Gallery; $15 3 p.m. Emerald City Opera performance at Bud Werner Memorial Library; $20; featuring artists from the opera’s main stage company and student company, performing selections from the group’s three summer 2009 productions 5 p.m. Steamboat Springs Arts Council block party at the Depot Art Center; FREE; featuring food, drinks, an exhibit of train memorabilia and live music by local youth orchestras and Steamboat Swings big band

Film series planned Festival continued from 22 organized through the Yampa Valley Community Foundation, Radetsky said. Included in the Arts Council’s “On Track” brochure is a history of the nonprofit group’s involvement with the Depot. According to that history, Routt County arts advocates Eleanor Bliss and Carol Finnoff established the Arts Council in 1972 and founded the Art in the Park fair and sale in 1974. After the Depot was condemned, Bliss started a “Save the Depot” campaign in 1980, raising money to keep the building open as a local home for the arts. The building was named The Eleanor Bliss Center for the Arts in 1989. From there, the Arts Council moved forward with affiliate support and other program-

ming, which it continues to do. After hitting a financial roadblock at the end of 2008, the Arts Council has reduced its debt by more than half, re-established a volunteer-run Visual Arts Committee that has scheduled gallery shows at the Depot through 2010, placed a renewed focus on affiliate support; organized a fall film series with monthly screenings scheduled to start Sept. 25 and established new community programming including a children’s theater workshop in July, Radetsky said. “We’ve been really working together on getting everything going again, so the ‘On Track’ thing plays into the train and what we’ve been focusing on for the past eight months here at the Arts Council,” Radetsky said. — To reach Margaret Hair, call 871-4204 or e-mail mhair@steamboatpilot.com

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What to do this weekend Calendar continued from 19 ❱❱ Mainstreet Farmers Market — Sixth Street between Lincoln Avenue and Oak Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featuring regionally grown produce, arts and crafts, food vendors, local businesses and live music, the Mainstreet Farmers Market takes place every Saturday through the summer. Admission is FREE. Call Tracy at 846-1800. Tuesday

❱❱ Guided gallery tours — Downtown Steamboat Springs, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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Artists participating in The Art Event, a fundraiser for the Steamboat Art Museum, will have two hours to start and finish a painting of the land around Wolf Run Ranch. A catered barbecue starts at noon, the Yampa Valley Boys provide live Western music, and completed quick-draw paintings will be up for silent auction. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children, and are available in-person at Steamboat Art Museum and Wild Horse Gallery, by phone at 8701755 or at the event. Call 870-1755. Wolf Run Ranch is on Routt County Road 33.

City of Steamboat Springs and the Steamboat Springs Public Art Board host a celebration for “Let the Music Play,” a recently installed work of public art by Denver sculptor Madeline Wiener. FREE. The park is at 12th and Yampa streets.

❱❱ Music, dance and culinary demonstrations — Yampa Stage, Noon to 6 p.m.

The Steamboat All Arts Festival presents live music, dance and culinary demonstrations in genres ranging instrumental jazz, gourmet cuisine and lyrical dance. See a schedule of performances on page 22. Call the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association at 879-0880 for more information. The stage is in the parking lot at Yampa and Seventh streets.

❱❱ Sam Ayer — Rex’s American Grill & Bar, 5 p.m. Happy hour entertainment. FREE. Call 870-0438. Rex’s is at 3190 S. Lincoln Ave., next to Holiday Inn.

❱❱ Film and feast with Dori Weiss — St. Cloud Mountain Club, 5:30 p.m.

Former Hollywood producer Dori Weiss discusses and screens a great American movie for this Steamboat All Arts Festival event; the event pairs the film with a dinner menu. $50. Call 879-0880, and get tickets at www.steamboatallartsfestival.com. 1724 Ski Time Square Drive in Torian Plum Plaza.

❱❱ “Loco di Vino” — PerryMansfield Performing Arts School and Camp, 6:30 p.m.

This benefit for Routt County’s historic summer performing arts school offers a Latin wine tasting, Spanish tapas and live music from Spanish bluegrass band Rojos Calientes. The event is part of the

Steamboat All Arts Festival. Tickets are $50 and include food, wine and entertainment. Call 879-7125, or e-mail pm@perry-mansfield.org.

❱❱ Cosmic Night and free karaoke — Snow Bowl, 7 p.m.

FREE admission. Call 879-9840. 2090 Snow Bowl Plaza, off U.S. 40 in west Steamboat.

❱❱ Steamboat Springs Orchestra — Strings Music Pavilion, ✔ 7:30 p.m. Local and regional musicians Best of the Steamboat Springs Bet

Orchestra, led by music director Ernest Richardson, offer an All Arts Festival program of Tchaikovsky’s every-man-welcome Symphony No. 5, and “Flight to Neverland” from the movie “Hook” and “Cowboys Overture” by John Williams. Tickets are $30 and are available by calling 879-0880 or online at www.steamboatallartsfestival.com. The Pavilion is at Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series — Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, 7:30 p.m.

The last rodeo of the 2009 summer season includes tie-down roping, steer wrestling and bull riding. Live entertainment and barbecue get going at 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $8 for children ages 7 to 15, and free for children ages 6 and younger. For more information, call 879-1818. The rodeo grounds are at 501 Howelsen Parkway, at the bottom of Fifth Street across the Yampa River.

❱❱ Christabel and the Jons — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.

Knoxville, Tenn.-based folk swing band Christabel and the Best Jons offers jazz-heavy vocals Bet — along with contributing guitar, accordion and banjo work — from leading lady Christa DeCicco, along with fire-house instrumentation that includes trumpet, violin and more accordion. Listen to “Back to Tennessee” by Christabel and the Jons at www.exploresteamboat.com. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

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❱❱ Spring Creek Bluegrass — Mahogany Ridge Brewery and ✔ Grill, 10 p.m. The first Colorado band to be Best tapped by venerated Virginia Bet bluegrass label Rebel Records, Spring Creek Bluegrass has an undeniably lyrical focus to its slightly updated take on tradition. FREE. Call 8793773. 435 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Liquid Samurai — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.

Electric Jerry joins the local jam-rock band on harmonica. Learn more about the band at www.myspace.com/liquidsamurai. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

❱❱ DJ Flash and Flare — The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m.

Live music. FREE. Call 879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.

SUNDAY ❱❱ Steamboat All Arts Festival workshops — Various locations, starting at 9 a.m. Local theater teacher and director Michael Brumbaugh is the first local artist on the day’s schedule of workshops covering the visual, performing, literary, film and culinary arts; Brumbaugh will lead an

interactive acting lesson covering basic techniques and improvisation. Workshops continue through the weekend, with prices ranging from free to $20. See a full schedule of All Arts Festival events in this week’s Explore Steamboat; tickets for most events are available at www.steamboatallartsfestival.com. Call 879-0880.

❱❱ Guided gallery tours — Downtown Steamboat Springs, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

❱❱ Emerald City Opera — Bud Werner Memorial Library, 3:30 p.m.

Steamboat Springs’ opera company performs selections from its three summer 2009 productions. Tickets are $20. Call 879-0880. The library is at Lincoln Avenue and 13th Street.

❱❱ No Worries Sunday — Saddles Bar and Grill at Sheraton Steamboat Resort, 3 to 7 p.m.

Saddles offers live music, food and drink specials. Go to www.exploresteamboat.com to see happy hour specials for this event and for other restaurants in Routt County. Call 879-2220. 2200 Village Inn Court.

❱❱ 100th anniversary block party — The Depot Art Center, 5 ✔ p.m. The Steamboat Springs Arts Best Bet Council celebrates 100 years

of its former train depot home and culminates the inaugural Steamboat All Arts Festival with a block party featuring live entertainment by local youth orchestras, food and more. The Steamboat Springs Youth Orchestra and Winter Garden Conservatory orchestra perform at 5 p.m.; Jenny Meier gives a swing dance lesson at 6 p.m.; and the Steamboat Swings community big band starts at about 6:45 p.m. Steamboat Smokehouse will provide free food, and a cash bar will be open. Go inside the Depot to check out an exhibit about the history of the railroad in Steamboat Springs. Read more about the Arts Council and the All Arts Festival on page 22. Admission is FREE. Call 879-9008. 1001 13th St.

❱❱ Lianne & the Jazzjets — Ghost Ranch saloon, 6 to 10 p.m.

Local musicians, led by longtime resident and jazz vocalist Lianne Mosser, offer a classy take on jazz standards, with the occasional rock or pop tune thrown in. FREE. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

❱❱ Classical music concert — Harwigs/L’Apogee, 6 p.m.

Members of the Steamboat Springs Orchestra and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra perform selections for flute and string trio by Haydn and Mozart. Cost for the concert and a three-course dinner is $59. Call 879-1980 for reservations. 911 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Game night — The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m. Square off in Nintendo Wii, Guitar Hero and bar games. FREE admission, happy hour drink prices all night. Call 879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.

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A Michael Jackson film built around rehearsal footage left behind after his death will be released in a limited two-week theatrical engagement worldwide. Distributor Sony announced that the release date for “Michael Jackson: This Is It” has been moved up to Oct. 28, two days earlier than previously announced. Tickets go on sale Sept. 27. The studio also announced

longtime Jackson collaborator Kenny Ortega is directing “This Is It,” which offers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Jackson preparing for a Jackson series of London shows he was rehearsing when he died June 25. Ortega had been working with Jackson on the “This Is It” concert tour. His other credits include the “High School Musical” movies and an upcoming remake of “Footloose.”

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they balance each other out. So that works for me to have a variety of different moods and things, and basically those three styles if I like a tune or put together a tune, it’s in one of those three. So it works to have those different options. SP&T: Why do the seasons play a role in the music? GW: Just growing up in Montana, the seasons were so distinct from each other, like they are in Colorado. … And that just framed the way I think of everything, just growing up that way, that’s how I think of things. … It’s kind of like growing up speaking English; it’s just natural to think of life in terms of that and music in terms of that.

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Four soldiers died after a Black Hawk helicopter crashed during a training mission on Colorado’s second-highest mountain, the Army’s Special Operations Command said Thursday. The helicopter crashed Wednesday afternoon near the summit of 14,421-foot Mount Massive. The Army initially said two were killed, one was injured and one was missing. The missing man was found dead late Wednesday, and the injured man died on the way to the hospital Wednesday, said Lt. Col. John Clearwater, a spokesman for the command at Fort Bragg, N.C. All were male soldiers from Fort Campbell, Ky., he said. Their

names haven’t been released. The crew was training in high-altitude mountainous conditions, “much like the environment they operate in Afghanistan,” Clearwater said, adding that he didn’t know whether the crew had served there. The helicopter was assigned to the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) at Fort Campbell. Soldiers in the 160th are known as “Night Stalkers” because they specialize in nighttime operations. The regiment’s Web site says the 160th has carried out combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Wednesday’s flight began at Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs, which is about 90 miles east of Mount Massive. The cause of the crash hasn’t been released. The Black Hawk’s flight recorder was recovered,

Colorado a popular place for helicopter pilot training DENVER

Hundreds of pilots from around the world come to Colorado to learn how to fly helicopters in the thin air and shifting winds common in high mountains. A high-elevation training program near the resort town of Vail, founded for Colorado’s own Army National Guard, has grown in recent years to prepare pilots from across the U.S. and from allied nations who fly missions in Afghanistan and elsewhere. The Colorado National Guard’s High Altitude Army Aviation Training Site is based at the Eagle County Airport, about 30 miles west of Vail. Maj. Joshua Day, the site’s commander, said the area has the full range of terrain a pilot needs to be familiar with

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Michael Reagan, the eldest son of the late President Ronald Reagan, said Thursday the country should return to his father’s vision. Reagan will be the keynote speaker next week at the Steamboat Institute’s Inaugural Freedom Conference. It’s being billed as “the ultimate town hall for conservatives.”

Reagan said he plans to talk about how America can be the “shining city on a hill” that his father envisioned. Reagan said his father was able to bring major changes to government because he was a coalition builder. He said the new movement is not about the Republicans and Republican values, it’s about conservative values, and he said those values do not belong to any one party or organization. Reagan said voters want to

see results, not campaigns, and he thinks conservatives have dropped the ball. “You’ve got Reagan conservatives, conservatives in the Democratic Party, independents and what have you. I really think it’s time to take back our position on conservative issues, tell people who we are, what we are, and be leaders and not followers. One of the big mistakes that conservatives make is we look at elections as end points instead of beginning points,” he said.

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The Aspen Skiing Co. has reduced the price of season passes by as much as $280 this year. The company said Thursday an unrestricted pass for all four of its mountains would cost about $1,800 if purchased after Nov. 13. That’s $280 less than last year. The same pass will cost about $1,100 if purchased through a local chamber of commerce before Sept. 18. That’s $200 less

than last year. Aspen Skiing Co. owns the Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk ski areas.

Longer hours, new games boost state gambling take DENVER

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Taliban potent in Afghan vote Obama: In a way, the war in Afghanistan has just begun Steven R. Hurst

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The violence-scarred elections in Afghanistan provided a stage for the Taliban to show warweary Americans and Afghans that it has rebounded and can strike — even after eight years of war. For President Barack Obama’s policies, the timing couldn’t be worse. With memories of the Sept. 11 Obama terrorist attacks dimming, Americans are tiring of the conflict. New polling shows a majority — 51 percent — of those surveyed now think the war is not worth the fight, an increase of 6 percentage points in a month. Obama’s answer to the mounting skepticism is to say that, in a way, the war has just begun. The final push to wipe out America’s Taliban and alQaida enemies is not eight years old but really got started when he

took office and ordered 17,000 more troops into Afghanistan. In short order, he also installed a new commander and persuaded Pakistan to join the U.S. in what on Thursday he called a pincer movement to squeeze the enemy astride the common border. Obama’s ability to recast the public debate at home — to get people to look past the cost and the deadly violence there — may matter more in the long run than who won or lost the Afghan presidency. Obama has not wavered from his campaign pledge to take the fight to the Taliban and their alQaida allies in Afghanistan and Pakistan. He argues that the true danger to Americans lies in the towering peaks and vast deserts of those countries. The Bush administration, he asserts, wasted precious time, treasure and blood in Iraq. Before then, he argues, problems in both countries were allowed to fester. As a result, the Taliban retook huge swaths of

Afghanistan, and al-Qaida was comfortably ensconced on the Pakistan side of the mountainous border. “We’ve got to make sure that we are really focused on finishing the job in Afghanistan. But it’s going to take some time,” the president said on a talk-radio program Thursday. He gave a nod to the election, saying it “appears to be successful” despite the “Taliban’s efforts to disrupt it.” Initial reports show 26 Afghans were killed in Taliban attacks on Election Day. The Bush administration used earlier elections in Afghanistan and Iraq as evidence of success of its war policies. This White House isn’t getting that boost. The White House has been particularly reticent to talk about the Afghan vote, where the turnout appears to have been significantly lower than in the first-ever direct election of a president there in 2004. The administration is deeply aware of the country’s long history of bloody uprisings against past leaders who were seen as place men for foreign powers.

coastal waters. “Usually, you’re in five minutes, and you’re out,” he said. It’s not just the ocean off the Northeast coast that is superwarm this summer. July was the hottest the world’s oceans have been in almost 130 years of record-keeping. The average water temperature worldwide was 62.6 degrees, according to the National Climatic Data Center, the branch of the U.S. government that keeps world weather records. That was 1.1 degree higher than the 20th century

average, and beat the previous high set in 1998 by a couple hundredths of a degree. The coolest recorded ocean temperature was 59.3 degrees in December 1909. Meteorologists said there’s a combination of forces at work this year: A natural El Niño system just getting started on top of worsening man-made global warming, and a dash of random weather variations. The resulting ocean heat already is harming threatened coral reefs. It could also hasten the melting of Arctic sea ice and help hurricanes strengthen.

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With the recession throwing thousands of people out of work daily, more than 13 percent of American homeowners with a mortgage have fallen behind on their payments or are in foreclosure. The record-high numbers released Thursday by the Mortgage Bankers Association are being driven by borrowers with traditional fixed-rate mortgages, rather than the shady subprime loans with adjustable rates that kicked off the mortgage crisis. As of June, more than 4 percent of all borrowers were in foreclosure, while about 9 percent had missed at least one payment. And the layoffs keep coming. Lockheed Martin said this week it’s handing out about 800 pink slips in its space systems division, and audio conferencing company Polycom said it will cut about 80 positions. New jobless claims increased last week to a seasonally adjusted 576,000, the Labor Department said Thursday. While the recession, measured by the nation’s total economic output, is likely over, most economists expect layoffs and foreclosures to keep rising for many months as companies remain in cost-cutting mode.

AROUND THE NATION Workplace suicides surge by 28 percent in 2008 WASHINGTON

Workplace suicides surged 28 percent last year, the Labor Department said Thursday, as anxious workers dealt with a struggling economy and watched colleagues depart in a rash of layoffs. At the same time, the agency’s Bureau of Labor Statistics said the total number of workers who died on the job from any cause fell by 10 percent. The 5,071 workplace fatalities recorded in 2008 was the lowest number since the agency began tracking the data in 1992. That number includes 251 suicides, the highest number since official reporting began. Labor officials did not seek to explain the sudden rise in workplace suicides. A BLS spokesman said the agency plans to research it more extensively. The agency says economic factors could be responsible for the overall decline in fatalities. Workers on average worked 1 percent fewer hours last year and the construction industry — which usually accounts for a major share of accidental workplace deaths — posted even larger declines in employment or hours worked.

Study: Give schoolchildren vaccines to stop swine flu WASHINGTON

New research says the best way to protect society’s most vulnerable from the flu: Vaccinate school-age children and their parents. Children already top the government’s priority list for swine-flu shots this year because that new influenza strain targets the young. That’s unusual, as flu usually is most dangerous to older adults. But Thursday’s study, in the journal Science, says vaccinating students should be a priority every year — because schoolchildren are influenza’s prime spreaders and their parents then are the virus’ bridge to the rest of the community. The idea: Inoculating spreaders could create something of a cocoon around the people most at risk of flucaused death. In typical winters, the U.S. has 85 million to 100 million doses of flu vaccine. If at least 40 million doses are available, then vaccinating children ages 5 to 19 and adults in their 30s — their parents’ average age — gives society the most protection, Medlock and coauthor Alison Galvani, of Yale University, reported.

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Millions of Afghans defied threats Thursday to cast ballots in the country’s second national election since Taliban rule, but turnout appeared weaker this time because of continuing violence, fear and disenchantment. In much of the Taliban’s southern strongholds, many people did not dare to vote, bolstering the hopes of President Hamid

Karzai’s chief rival. At least 26 people were killed in election-related violence, fewer than had been feared. Officials began counting millions of ballots as soon as the polls closed at 5 p.m. after a one-hour extension. First preliminary results weren’t expected for several days, and some major candidates already were alleging fraud. A top election official, Zekria Barakzai, said he estimated 40 to 50 percent of the country’s 15 million registered voters cast ballots — far lower than the 70 percent who voted in the presidential election in 2004. Nevertheless, many Afghans did vote, some at great risk to their lives. Many waited until midday to see whether the Taliban would carry through with threats to attack polling

stations. Some proudly showed off the ink on their index fingers to prove they had voted. “I know the security situation of my country is not good, but I have made my decision to come and cast my vote anyway,” Shukran Ahmad, 32, said as he waited at a polling center in western Kabul. “I wanted to be the first person to vote today in this polling center.” Authorities managed to open 6,202 polling centers — 95 percent of those planned, according to Barakzai. The top U.N. official in the country, Kai Eide, said the election “seems to be working well,” and NATO Secretary-General Anders Fogh Rasmussen hailed the balloting as “testimony to the determination of the Afghan people to build democracy.”

More lead poisoning hits China; 1,300 children sick Alexa Olesen

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

BEIJING

China detained two factory officials after 1,300 children were poisoned by pollution from a manganese processing plant, state media said Thursday, days after emissions from a lead smelter in another province sickened hundreds. Both cases have sparked unrest and come amid growing anger in China about public safety scandals in which children have been the main victims. Tainted infant formula milk and the mass collapse of schools in a huge earthquake last year also have provoked widespread dissent. The latest incident involves the Wugang Manganese Smelting Plant in Wenping township, central Hunan province. It opened in May 2008 without the approval of the local environmental protection bureau, within 500 yards (meters) of a primary school, a middle school and a kindergar-

ten. Fears of poisoning began to spread among villagers in early July when many children became susceptible to colds and suffered fevers and other ailments, the official Xinhua News Agency said. About 1,354 children who live near the plant — or nearly 70 percent of those tested — were found to have excessive lead in their blood, Xinhua said. Lead poisoning can damage the nervous and reproductive systems and cause high blood pressure and memory loss. Local authorities shut down the smelter last week and detained two of its executives on suspicion of “causing severe environmental pollution,” Xinhua said. General manager Liu Zhongwu was still at large, it said. Li Liangmei, a 36-year-old mother of two affected children, said hundreds of villagers rioted Aug. 8 after news broke about the lead poisoning. She said a crowd of about 600 to 700 people overturned four police cars and smashed a local government sign.

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Lockerbie bomber freed Convicted man returns to cheering crowd in Libya TRIPOLI, LIBYA

The only man convicted of the Lockerbie bombing returned home Thursday to a cheering crowd tossing flower petals in the air after his release from a Scottish prison — an outrage to many relatives of the 270 people who perished when Pan Am Flight 103 exploded. President Barack Obama said the Scottish decision to free terminally ill Abdel Baset al-Megrahi on compassionate grounds was a mistake and said he should be under house arrest.

Obama warned Libya not to give him a hero’s welcome. Despite the warning, thousands of young men were on hand at the military airport in Tripoli where al-Megrahi’s plane touched down. Looking tired and wearing a dark suit and a burgundy tie, al-Megrahi left the plane. He was accompanied by Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi’s son, Saif al-Islam Gadhafi, who was dressed in a traditional white robe and golden embroidered vest. The son pledged last year to bring al-Megrahi home and raised his hand victoriously to the crowd

UN agency’s chief to decide whether to release weapons report George Jahn

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For close to a year, diplomats say, a report on Iran’s alleged nuclear weapons experiments has been sitting in a drawer of a U.N. nuclear monitoring agency, with access limited to only a few top officials. The question is whether the document — a summary of all the International Atomic Energy Agency knows about Iran’s nuclear program — will

be made public when the agency publishes its latest report on Iran within two weeks. As that date approaches, IAEA chief Mohamed ElBaradei ElBaradei is faced with the tough choice of sharing all his agency findings about Iran’s alleged arms programs, or leaving the decision to his successor later this year. The existence of a secret IAEA summary of Iran’s alleged

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Nissan Jabaar, 30, lost his taxi cab when a truck bomb exploded in front of Iraq’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday. He helped pull a street vendor from debris when her shelves collapsed on her.

Prime Minister Nouri alMaliki, however, added a twist, blaming an alliance of al-Qaida and supporters of Saddam’s Baath party for the attacks. The allegation is not new among Shiites, but it was for alMaliki. Hard-line Shiite politicians with an eye on the January election have been increasingly mentioning the Baathists as

partners with al-Qaida. The Baathist link is politically explosive; the question of what to do with Saddam-era officials in the civil service, army and police has been at the heart of the Sunni-Shiite divide since the overthrow of Saddam’s Sunniled regime in 2003. It also has been a major hurdle to national reconciliation efforts.

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Carlos Gonzalez appeared to be out on a caught foul tip, ending Colorado’s half of the fifth inning in a scoreless game Thursday night. At least that’s what the homeplate umpire thought. That’s what Washington starter Garrett THURSDAY’S Mock thought, GAME: too. So did his Rockies 4 teammates, who Nationals 1 started jogging off the field. Second-base umpire Doug Eddings saw things differently. Eddings realized that Gonzalez’s bat touched the ball, which then skipped off the dirt before landing in Nationals catcher Josh Bard’s glove. As replays showed, it was merely an innocent foul ball, not a third out. Given a chance to stay at the plate, Gonzalez blooped an RBI double down the left-field line that sent the Rockies on their way to a 4-1 victory, completing a three-game sweep. “I don’t know how Dougie saw that play out there,” Nationals center fielder Nyjer Morgan said. “I guess he was eating his carrots today.” Gonzalez’s club record-tying streak of four games with a homer ended, but he again came through for the National League wild-card leaders. Troy Tulowitzki and Brad Hawpe also drove in runs to back a strong performance by Jason Hammel (8-7), who allowed one run and three hits in seven innings. Huston Street worked a perfect ninth for his 32nd save in 33 chances, including every game this series. Colorado has won four consecutive games and eight of 11. The Rockies entered the day 3 1/2 games behind the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NL West. “Why should our sights only be set on the wild card? Play, and see what happens,” Rockies manager Jim Tracy said. “Let’s go for the division.” See Rockies, page 41

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them up.” Last season was the first time Steamboat didn’t play a Zero Week game. The team scrimmaged Grand Junction High School instead. Coach Aaron Finch said an intrasquad scrimmage presents some challenges. With a school Steamboat’s size, it’s tough to put a first-team defense against a first-team offense. Instead, Finch said Steamboat will take its first-team offense and pit it against the best defense it can put together, and vice versa. “It’s more scripted,” Finch said. “We won’t do any special

There will be a lot on the line tonight when Travis Darling rolls into the Brent Romick Rodeo Arena in downtown Steamboat Springs, kicking off the final weekend of summer roping and riding in Steamboat. Darling will be wrapping up his second season at his hometown rodeo, and at 20 years old, with friends and family sure to be cheering him on from the stands, he’ll have a chance to be a champion. A pile of money, a commemorative rifle and a belt buckle are on the line. Darling leads the seasonlong saddle bronc riding standings, but when the gate swings open and his grip tightens, he said, it will be just another weekend at the rodeo. “This rodeo is just another weekend, another way to make some money and have some fun,” Darling said. He’s had plenty of fun in Steamboat this summer, winning twice and landing in the money on several other occasions. That streak of success has him poised for a championship weekend. He could wrap up the saddle bronc title and claim the belt buckle that goes along with it tonight. Then he could add the Pat Mantle saddle bronc riding competition Saturday night, adding the $2,000 check and replica 1866 Winchester rifle. “That’s what we rodeo for,” he said. “At first, I was just going to Steamboat to win money and see how the end of the year worked out, but it ended up being pretty good for me.” Darling grew up in Steamboat Springs but fin-

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It’s been almost nine months since Steamboat Springs High School linebacker Mitchell Lekarczyk has hit someone. But the feeling and anticipation of lowering the pads, exploding and hitting something hasn’t left him. And with Steamboat’s 11 a.m. intrasquad scrimmage Saturday at Gardner Field, Lekarczyk won’t have to wait much longer. Sailors football opens its season at 1 p.m. Aug. 29 at Gardner Field against Holy Family and is playing Saturday’s intrasquad scrimmage

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because of that Zero Week game. The game is played a week before most other teams in the state will take the field. “I have been waiting since the season ended last year,” Lekarczyk said. “I took one week off, and then I started to think about it. Phew, it’s a great feeling hitting someone. You know it’s a good hit when they fall down and you don’t feel a thing — when the snot comes out. It’s my own team, but I’ve got to toughen

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Linda Knox never really counted her first hole-in-one as an actual ace. Playing Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club five years ago by herself, Knox aced the par 3 No. 8. But because she was by herself, and there was only a groundskeeper around who didn’t see the ball go in, Knox never truly believed it counted. Now, there’s no doubt Knox has a hole-in-one to her name.

Playing No. 5 at Rollingstone Ranch on Aug. 10, Knox dunked a driver on the 165-yard, par 3 hole. “My teammate I was playing with was new to that course so I was trying to tell her, ‘This green is like 165 yards, so I use my driver and hope to get there,’” Knox said. Knox and her playing partners walked up to the green and looked for her ball. After scouring the back of the green, Wendy Franks checked the hole. “Going down there, we didn’t see it on the green,” Knox said “We were looking at the back

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of the green there, but never in my mind did I think it went in the hole. That’s really a hard hole for me to get on the green. Usually, I’m under the trees on the right.” Knox, who lives in Steamboat Springs, said she upheld the customary tradition of buying everyone a drink. The excitement, however, didn’t do much for her round. “Up until then, I was playing pretty well,” she said. “After, I was playing really bad.”

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Thursday that he hadn’t decided on playing plans for Marshall, who missed the preseason opener at San Francisco last week while attending his court case in Atlanta. He did say kicker Matt Prater, who was excused from Thursday’s workout for unspecified reasons, would play against the Seahawks on Saturday night. But McDaniels said he would

meet with his staff later to determine whether Marshall would play or whether safety Brian Dawkins would make his debut in a Denver uniform. Dawkins, who joined the Broncos this offseason after 14 years in Philadelphia, returned to practice this week with a club on his right hand, which was surgically repaired a couple of weeks ago. Dawkins has been practicing sporadically and even picked off a pass Wednesday night. “We’re going to sit down in a little bit and talk about how long we’re going to play whom and how that is all going to factor out. But certainly everybody who is out here on the practice field is just trying to get ready to go and play in a game, and we’re looking forward to that, too,” McDaniels said.

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the many cowboys descending on Steamboat this weekend hoping to grab a share of the end-of-the-season loot. The 10week, 20-performance rodeo comes to an end Saturday night. From a hotly contested seasonlong race in Pee Wee barrel racing to a neck-and-neck fight for the steer wrestling title, it will be a big weekend at the arena. “I’m excited. I’m amped up for this weekend,” rodeo announcer John Shipley said. “We have a lot of events that will be really close.” — To reach Joel Reichenberger, call 871-4253 or e-mail jreichenberger@steamboatpilot.com

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contact since his offseason back surgery. Dover had a bone graft in his back and said he’s feeling the best he has since eighthgrade — a year he scored 22 touchdowns in five games. With Dover and a senior class that’s been one of the most dedicated Finch has ever had, the coach said that despite the

Zero Week game, his team is as far along as it’s ever been. “Up until now, we’re close,” he said. “You feel like you can run a lot of stuff. You wouldn’t mind playing a game tomorrow night with our offense.” — To reach Luke Graham, call 871-4229 or e-mail lgraham@steamboatpilot.com

Rockies double lead on Mock’s wild pitch Rockies continued from 39 It’s been a far more successful week off the field than on it for last-place Washington, which promoted acting general manager Mike Rizzo to the fullfledged GM job Thursday. The club also signed No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg on Monday and plans to introduce the hard-throwing right-hander to its fans at Nationals Park on Friday. Seeing Gonzalez play so well this series — he homered Tuesday and Wednesday — must have been bittersweet

for Rizzo: He spoke Thursday about scouting Gonzalez in a cow-filled field in Venezuela while working for the Arizona Diamondbacks. Indeed, Rizzo, Gonzalez and Mock all were part of the Diamondbacks organization in the past. The Rockies had two runners on base with two outs in the fifth when Mock (2-5) and Gonzalez squared off against each other on this night. Mock appeared to get out of trouble when Gonzalez swung at a pitch, and the ball wound up in Bard’s mitt. But Tracy

questioned the call, and after Eddings weighed in, Gonzalez was sent back to the batter’s box. On Mock’s next pitch, Gonzalez arched a ball barely beyond the outstretched glove of Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman, who was running in the outfield grass, his back to the infield. “When I got to second base, I asked the umpire,” Gonzalez related, “and he said he could see the mark in the dirt.” That made it 1-0, and Colorado doubled its lead when Mock threw a wild pitch to the next hitter.

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Teeth clenched, Usain Bolt grimaced as he churned toward the finish line, hoping to coax a fraction more out of his 6-foot5-inch frame. The big, yellow numbers flashing another world record time told the Jamaican sprinter he had gotten what he wanted out of the 200 meters Thursday at the world championships. Beyond the mark of 19.19 seconds, though, was something else — the fact that he is altering his sport. For the second straight race — five in a row, if his recordbreaking runs at the Beijing

Olympics are counted — Bolt’s biggest competitor was the clock. He bettered his old world record by a whopping .11 seconds, the same margin he shaved off the 100 four days earlier, when he finished in 9.58. “I’m on my way to being a legend,” Bolt said without a trace of arrogance. No debate there. He is erasing chunks of time from records that normally take years to break. He is beating the so-called competition by body lengths — this time, Alonso Edward, of Panama, was 0.62 seconds behind — in a sport often decided by photo finishes. “He’s a gift to this earth,”

said American sprinter Shawn Crawford, who finished fourth. “He’s a blessing to the track game. ... I’m just waiting for the lights to flash ‘game over,’ ’cause I felt like I was in a video game.” Bolt can’t be caught, even when he gives away tips. Just before the start of the race, Bolt told good friend Wallace Spearmon to stay close to him on the curve and follow him home. The American tried. “Even if I run the best turn of my life, I’m still going to be behind,” said Spearmon, who finished with the bronze. “I knew what was in store for the race. I expected it to be at least that fast.”

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A learning curve this steep always is going to cause suspicion. A South African teen named Caster Semenya outran her competition in the women’s 800 meters at the World Championships on Wednesday by more than two seconds. Her time of 1 minute, 55.45 Litke seconds clipped more than a second off the 1:56.72 she ran just three weeks ago to win the African Junior Championships — which was more than eight seconds faster than the 2:04.23 Semenya ran last October to win the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games. But the cloud hovering over those performances has nothing to do with performance-enhancing drugs — at least not yet. It’s about whether the 18-year-old should be allowed to compete against women. In the days following what should have been a her grand achievement, Semenya has been humiliated and kept under wraps.

Her family and countrymen are outraged. Her competitors aren’t certain what to think. Semenya’s tale begins with a tomboy who always wore pants to school, didn’t mind playing rough, and endured plenty of taunts from the boys she regularly competed against in a poor village 300 miles north of Johannesburg. The director of her secondary school thought Semenya was a boy until Grade 11. What no one doubted is that once Semenya got serious about running, right about the time she entered college, she was eyepopping fast. But devotion, hard work and good training, even if it’s coupled with the onset of athletic maturity, almost never produce results this fast. Semenya’s times so unnerved her competitors that some looked at her muscular build and listened to her deep voice and concluded she wasn’t a woman at all. Therein lies the problem. Any scientist who’s studied gender issues can tell you biology doesn’t always play by its own rules. The International

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Olympic Committee dropped mandatory gender exams before the Sydney Games because the standard in place before then — chromosome testing — could be interpreted several ways. In place now is a case-by-case analysis that brings together a gynecologist, endocrinologist, psychologist, an internal medicine specialist and gender expert. But the IAAF, track and field’s governing body, in full accord with IOC policy, will decide Semenya’s case according to whether her “conditions ... accord no advantage over other females.” Got that? What the rule suggests is that a panel of experts will consider everything from Semenya’s genetic markers to her genitalia and then try to decide whether her times fit the profile of the world’s fastest woman at 800 meters. It’s an educated hunch at best, but at the moment, it’s all they have. IAAF general secretary Pierre Weiss went out of his way to say that testing was ordered because of “ambiguity, not because we believe she is cheating.” But that didn’t pacify Semenya’s national federation, nor the family who raised her as a girl all her life. “She is a woman, and I can repeat that a million times,” her father, Jacob, told the Sowetan newspaper. “It is God who made her look that way,” said Semenya’s grandmother, Maputhi Sekgala, who helped raise her. The IAAF usually initiates gender testing after hearing suspicions from competitors, but the investigations are supposed to be carried out in private. Leaks already have made the process more humiliating than it needed to be. So maybe the only thing we know so far is that the grown-ups in charge could have handled this better.

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Free Minkota 30 Trolling motor with purchase of new 14’ Jon Boat #C808, with live well, Battery not included, dealer 824-6544 Outcast PAC 800 pontoon fishing boat. Anchor system, motor mount. Highest quality construction. Excellent condition. $1300.00 new, $825.00 846-9374

2002 VW Passat GLX, AWD, Sunroof, great on gas, low miles, excellent condition, good student car, $9,750. 970-734-7006 or 970-879-5341. Lexus RX300m, 2002 model, good condition, in dash GPS, complete utility package, KBB value $10,275.00 /negotiable. For more information 970-846-2822

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 2007 Pontiac G6-GT. Only 16K miles. Silver/Black. Very clean and great mileage 26MPG avg. XM, Sunroof, spoiler, etc. $14,500. 970-870-1834. 1990 Pontiac Bonniville gets 20 MPG, great run around car asking $1000. Call 970-276-4152 2002 Mercedes ML 500 Sports equipped. Silver, leather, new tires, sun roof, Navigation system. $15,000 970-819-2025

2003 Century 42,500 miles, white w/ grey int., power everything. Garaged, mint condition, new tires. $5,000 OBO Frank 970-870-3363 BUY POLICE IMPOUNDS! Cars, Trucks, SUV`s from $500! Hondas, Acuras, Chevys, Toyotas, etc. For Listings call 800-576-6918 xA875

1986 Yamahopper QT50 50cc motorbike, runs, needs minor work. Asking $250. Call 970-367-5034.

Yamaha Dirt Bike YZ 250F 2008. Barely used, $5,500 OBO. 970-846-4447

2003 Chevy Astro, AWD, low mileage, ladder rack, studded snow tires, has been used as work van, has all seats $5,000 OBO 970-879-3452

2001 Honda XR50 Dirt Bike, excellent condition. $600. 1952 Willies Jeep. $1375. OBO (970) 326-6613 1986 Honda Goldwing Aspen Cade SE-I, 26k miles, with two trailers, 1 cargo, 1 tent trailer. Call 970-879-0275 2001 KTM EXC 380 2stroke, street legal, Excellent condition, low hours, has all the Extras. $3000 OBO Call 970-870-8869

1976 Toyota Landcruiser FJ40, 60K miles, 4-inch lift, 35-inch tires, and more! $6900 OBO. Call Dan: 970-846-8976. More Info: www.sharps.net/landcruiser

4FT X 8FT Galvanized Utility Trailer $450.00 970-870-0310

2001 Range Rover 4x4, V8, Leather, heated seats/ windshield, Blizzak snow tires included, Sun / Moon Roof, Clean! $7800 970-819-0720

1992 F150 EXTENDED CAB, 140,000 MILES, CLEAN ENGINE, NEW STARTER, RADIATOR, BATTERY AND TIRES, $1,500 OBO CALL 970-819-9574

2004 Dodge Durango, Sweet!! 2000 “Jimmy” and Explorer Sports! 2004 Grand Cherokee, Great! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.tomreuter.com . Full Warranties

1988 F-250 4x4, Air, Cruise, Tilt, V8, 5speed, 40,500 actual miles. $8800 Call 970-638-4403

78 cj5 Jeep, V8, needs work lots of rust. Runs well, needs starter. Hard top. $2500 obo. 970-846-7664. 2008 Weekend Warrior Wide Body. 34’ Toy Hauler. Like new, upgraded interior with 5.5 onan. Fueling station, 150 gallons of fresh water. Sleeps seven, all the EXTRAS! $29,900. 970-824-5337

2001 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5, “MINT CONDITION” V6 4X4, AUTO, FULL POWER, TOW PACKAGE, READY TO ROLL! $9,995 970-846-2551

20’ 1976 Miniwinnie, new tires, new rebuilt Transmission, gas / electric Refrigerator, solar electric, nice clean unit. $2495 951-440-8487

2001 LandRover 4x4, V8 Automatic, LOADED Leather, 2.5 lift, new tires, Custom Built bumper with Wench and Jack. Towing Package. 100k, Very good condition inside and out. Asking $7800 Call 937-231-3925

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(30) Subaru Outbacks, Foresters, and Imprezas, from $1,500 / $15,000! 2002 Jeep Liberty, Great! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com Great Warranties!

Honda Shadow 2003, low miles, mint condition, saddle bags. $4500 OBO. Call 846-4013

22’ 1995 Dutchman Bumper Pull Camper. Excellent condition. $6,300. 970-819-2826.

1992 Lexus LS400, gold, 122k miles, $2700 negotiable, nice car, 970-871-9191. FOR SALE- 1969 Plymouth Valient slant six, mint condition- it’s classic! $3,500 Call 970-879-9269

George is selling his 2000 Road King, $10,000. Call 970-846-0406

1998 Chevy Blazer Automatic 4x4, Great condition, New engine, new snow tires. $3000 OBO Call 210-332-8611

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2003 DODGE DURANGO, Leather, Power Everything, 82K Miles, $7500 OBO: 2008 SUBARU OUTBACK, Power Everything, 5speed, 10,000K Miles, $18,500 OBO 970-824-5337

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2007 Dodge 3500 Laramie Quad 4x4, $33,000 OBO. 2007 John Deere 325 Skidsteer with trailer $28,000 OBO. Over 100 pieces of scafeling with mixer $4300. 970-878-4535 1988 Nissan 4x4 pick up, $1000 Call 970-879-8438 1997 F150, extra cab 4x4, $2750, call 970-846-2906 2005 4x4 Cargo Astro Van w/shelves, 50k/miles, Ready for Business! 1997 F150 QuadCab, $4,850 -#2851 Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com. 1997 Ford F150 Reg cab 4x4 with topper, $2500 obo. 970-846-3092.

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1994 Chevy 2500 PU 4 WD ladder racks & tool box original owner $3,000 970-846-8989 (12) Trucks from $500 Down! 2000 Ford Ranger Flareside, Hot! 1998 Dodge QuadCab 1500, Tough! Tom Reuter, Dealer, 875-0700. www.checkpointautosales.com. 2005 Chevrolet 1/2ton, camper shell, 6’ lift, step bars, brush guard. Must see to Appreciate. Low mileage Asking $15,000 Make offer. 970-824-6114 leave message

Riley’s Coating - Cedar & Wood Specialist. Specializing in Ceder sides, Replacing & Treating Shingle roofs. References Available 970-389-9850 55 Gallons of unopened Sherwin Williams water based “Woodscapes” semi-transparent stain, “Leeward” color. Retail $1925 will sell for $750. 970-879-2235 FOR SALE- Must be Sold! 3 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home in Willow Bend, Oak Creek $6,000 obo Call 970-846-2149 or 970-879-9269

FOR SALE: 1986 Nissan Pickup ext. cab. Needs so me engine work. Can be for parts $800 Call 970-276-4152

THE GREATEST FUN ON EARTH!! Sporting Clays 9AM-4PM, Driving range 9AM-6PM. Call for details 970-846-5647 - www.3qc.net. NEED DRYWALL WORK? Hang, Tape, texture, Patchwork. No job too big or small, Competitive Pricing. Jeramy (970)819-7324, (970)819-9974

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60” WIDE FORMAT DIGITAL PRINTER Includes photo media. Encad Novajet 880 Dan (970) 819-2699

STEAMBOAT’S MATTRESS HEADQUARTERS Mountain Mattress and furniture, Queen sets from $299. All natural, memory foam, 22 models on floor (970)879-8116

Misc. Lighting fixtures Commercial grade 277 volt various sizes, Call 870-1180

BRAND NEW AFFORDABLE FURNITURE! Beds, dressers, recliners, bunk beds, book shelves, couches... Accepting quality consignment. RUMMAGERS 11th St. South, downtown 970-870-6087

Trex Composite decking material. Approx. 2038 linear FT, Woodland Brown. Asking $2100 for all. Call 847-421-9442

2 Almost New Twin mattress sets with frames $65 each OBO 970-846-1630 3 year old Hitachi 57” Projection TV (model 57F59A) with large entertainment center. $1,500 OBO. Call 970.879.6100 for more information.

Trailers for sale: 4 dumps, 3-horse slant, new / used snows, (25) ATV, (10) auto / equipment, 30’ dually, dealer 824-6544 1928 McCormick 1020 Tractor, rubber & steel wheels. $3,700 or trade. 1959 Massey-Ferguson 85, loader, excellent engine, tires, live PTO, 3pt, $3,900 or trade. 970-846-1511

For Sale: Twin underdresser bed and dresser with mattress, oak, $150. Custom down couch; paid $4,000 new, $500 OBO 970-819-4727

IntExt LLC We do it all!

Construction, Remodeling, Renovations. Your satisfaction is our highest priority! Licensed & Insured. Also offering tree removal! 970-819-4991

16’ cattle trailer, goose neck, $1800 OBO 970-824-1724

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New Daycare Opening in Craig September 1st Now accepting Applications for All Day Childcare. Infants - 5 years old. Please call Colleen at 970-819-2449 Looking for a housekeeper. 2 days a week, 4-6 hours a day starting Sept. Call 970-819-5546 and leave a message. DUDE...You haven’t been there yet? Your missing out big time. Home ReSource Tues thru Sat 9-3 at the Milner Landfill. I LOVE THAT PLACE ! Trihull Boat with 75HP Mercury and easy load trailer; ATC 200 Honda 3 wheeler, 350 4 Trax Honda 4 wheeler; 06 Yamaha Grizzly 660 4 wheeler with snow plow; 06 CRF 250R Honda; Craftmans snow plower. Many Guns. Everything in Excellent condition. Rick 970-846-1720 Need Top Soil? Call 970-879-0655

Having trouble getting the computer help you need? Ask a local where they go for help... We have been helping Steamboat use computers since 1985! Whether it’s your home or business, we are the locals choice for anything computer related. Andy, Marcus, and Royce. 970-870-7984 www.ComputerSupportGuys.com 2130 Resort Drive, Suite 100

Old farm equipment, harness pieces, single trees, sewing machine bases, Victorian log holder. Prices ranging from $10-50. Call 970-734-5081

Graco Double Stroller:$165 Dream Designer Double Jog Stroller:$195 Child Bike Seat:$25 $300 for all 3 items. All great condition. 846-2532

Firewood:Cox Bros Sawmill Split 4cents lb. (approx. $80.00 cord) Long Slab Bundles available 970-824-3919, 970-824-4071 leave message Fri. 9-5 Sat 9-12

Portable winch runs with chainsaw motor (motor included) used once $700 Call: 846-3205

Tune-ups, Troubleshooting & Repairs All Computer & Laptop Brands New & Used PCs, Laptops & Parts, Virus Removal & Prevention, Wireless Networking, DELL Registered Partner 970-879-8890 DaveGlantz@ComputerCures.biz

Need Top Soil? Call 970-879-0655

Revolvers for Sale - CHARTER ARMS 38 Special Off Duty $395, TAURUS RAGING HORNET with scope $700, both excellent. 970-846-5016

Foxfire Fuelwood 970-736-2745 Juniper, Pinon, Aspen, Pine. Accurate cords with deliveries available. The wood you need, when you need it.

Antique Roll Top Desk $750.00 970-870-0310

Lopi Spirit-B gas heating stove. 40,000 BTU high efficiency. Solid brass door & legs, blower, piping. Like new. $2300 970-846-9374

CONCEALED CARRY CLASS One day class in Kremmling. August 22th $75.00 970-724-3311 gunsmokebob@msn.com

Free towing of unwanted & abandoned vehicles. 879-1065 Free rabbit and cage. Call 970-736-8145.

Laundry Folder Braun Sigma model $4500 OBO. Locally Harvested Locally Milled Locally Handcrafted Locally Owned Please support businesses in your community!

Call for local Discounts. 970-756-LOGS(5647).

Need a TUTOR? Friendly, effective tutor available for your child or teen, in my home or yours. Most subjects available. Please call 846.0613 if interested.

**FRESH PALISADE PEACHES & PRODUCE** August. Corner by Furniture Gallery-Casa Loya, 385 S. Ranney St. in Craig, CO. Tuesdays & Saturdays, 10:00am ‘til sell out. Mt. Lincoln Peach Company (970)361-2027

ALL STEEL PORTABLE STORAGE CONTAINERS. Strong, secure, weather & rodent proof. Great for business, home, ranch, oil field & more. 8x8x20ft in stock. 8x8x40ft. available. 970-824-3256. BECOME A MASSAGE THERAPIST THIS SKI SEASON! MountainHeart School, Crested Butte! 850 hours, 6 Month Certification. November 30. 800-673-0539 www.mountainheart.org Composted manure for your flower beds & garden. 3 cubic yards. Delivered $225. Contact Jon 970-819-1356. CHILDCARE OFFERED: Craig mother with 30 years experience has opening Monday - Thursdays. Children of all ages. Call 937-231-3925

Free rabbit and cage. Call 970-736-8145. Murphy bed with mattress and hardware, Call 970-879-5425 FREE: Border Collie to good home. 6 months old. Moving not able to keep. Call 970-879-7519 FREE: Boston Terrier Female, spaded great with kids need to live in town. Call 970-879-2348 Free to good home 6 month old German Shepard mix puppy. Great with kids. Rebecca (970)871-1048 or (970) 291-9326 FREE:twin box spring, 2’6” full light door (no jam), child car booster seat (up to 80 lbs), Mothering Magazines 2001-2006, women’s leather tele boots size Eur. 36/US 41/2. 970-879-7736.

LEGAL HAPPY HOUR Free legal advice

Call to sign up. Randall Salky, Attorney at Law McGill Professional Law 970-879-6200 ext. 13 FREE:Styrofoam coolers. Call Gavin 846-8004

FREE WOOD PALLETTS FREE WOOD PALLETS AT THE STEAMBOAT PILOT BUILDING ON CURVE PLAZA. YOU HAUL AWAY AS MANY AS YOU LIKE. FREE: Dry Horse Manure for your gardens 879-5811

Ping Pong Table $50, *42” round Pedestal table $35, *Hunter Douglas honeycomb shade. 791/2W X 471/4L $100, *Air Compressor $125, *Radial Arm Saw $75, *Chest of Drawers $30 970-870-8091

Reclaimed Barnwood for Sale Pine, Oak, and Walnut. 1x, 2x, and timbers of multiple dimensions, call 970-819-1265 Offering Hay hauling! Specializing in hay, lumber, small equipment, etc... Call for info: (970) 629-3936 Rob. Cabinets $50, snowblower $100, shop vacuums, space heaters, coolers ranging $3-75, freezer $100, new 6’ bury spigots $80 pair. 970-734-5081

Fresh roasted green chillies- The Chile Divas are back at ACE at curve on Fri’s and Farmers Market on Saturdays. 2 walk in coolers with compressors 1@8’x12’ & 1@10’x12’, $3000 each OBO. Made up of modular panels so can be reshaped to other sizes or configurations. Call Tom 875-2741 or Kent 870-1150 1955 Chevy 3100 Pick-Up with Napco 4WD, 350 motor $3,800. **Vintage snowmobiles, John Deere, Harley Davidson, Massey-Ferguson and others! 970-846-1511 TOP SOIL! TOP SOIL! TOP SOIL! Kimco 879-6898 New red bricks 3,000 0.25 a piece or $700 for all, tractor post hole digger $75, Call 970-734-5080 or 970-734-5081

“Trail a Bike” mountain bike attachment. $75.00 Lawnmower $50.00 Call 970-326-6613

BUYING GOLD, SILVER AND PLATINUM BULLION AND COINS. Call (970)-824-5807 or Cell (970)-326-8170.

D and C Medical Marijuana, LLC and Therapeutic Massage by appointment only Call Daryl 970-879-2752

Poetry is nearer to vital truth than history. Downtown Books, 543 Yampa Ave. Craig 970-824-5343

Individual and Group Health Insurance PPO, ALL-PROVIDER. Emergency room, RX. Rates guaranteed. Replace expensive COBRA Plans. www.LoneEagleInsurance.com (970)879-1101

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86 Case 580K Backhoe. 1600hrs, 4x4, Heated Cab, Extendahoe, Clamshell Loader, All Service Manuals Included. $15,000 OBO Scott 970-393-0527 Older Caterpillar D6C Dozer, Power Shift, Hydraulic, Straight blade with Hydraulic tilt. Rops Canopy. $18,000; 16’ Cattle Guard $500970-824-4646

Large campsite with 26’ TEEPEE, firepit, bath, shower, fresh water, archery target, 10Mi. West of Steamboat on Trout Creek. 970-879-3699.

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Loudy Simpson - Ice Arena Sat. August 29th 9am - 5pm and Sun. August 30th - 9am - 3pm Hoyte Heat Compound Bow. Complete, ready to hunt. All accessories inc. $1200. invested, asking $450. Firm. If serious call 819-8391 WANTED Archery elk hunt, desire early early season hunt, 78 years old, prefer stand or blind hunting, call 602-571-4260

Regional Goldsmith, Ron Denning “The Gold Guy” Ron provides immediate payment for your old gold jewelry, nuggets, kuggerands, platinum, sterling silver flatwear, coins before 1964. Call Ron @ (970) 390-8229 with questions.

Boer & Boer cross goats, some yearling nannies, this years babies and 1 Wether ready for butcher. Call 970-276-4152 15” Saddle, adies Cow Horse by Denny Sargeant. Quality product, almost new, paid $1,800 asking $1,500. Hurt my back and can’t use it! 970-824-5038 Several horses for sale. ages 1-17. No reasonable offer refused. 970-846-3057 Registered Highland Cattle, beautiful condition, cows and calves, call for information and directions to see. 303-469-4708 For Sale: 2 yr old German Short Hair, Female, Fixed, Micro chipped, papered, trained for upland & competition, great disposition. $800: 6 yr old Paint Gelding, good disposition needs work $1500 OBO. 970-819-5207 9 year old gelding quarter horse, gentle trail horse. Well broke with saddle and tack. $2,000. Call 970-846-5877 Horse pasture available, fenced, water, easy access, great feed. 10 miles West of Steamboat, behind Saddle Mountain. 970-879-3699

09’ Grass / Alfalfa Mix. Small bales $4.75 per bale, Large rounds $110 per ton. Large round Oat Hay $50 per ton. Delivery available. 970-629-3791 Hay for sale. Timothy/ Brome/Clover small, square bales. You pick up. $4.25 per bale. (970) 871-7921

50 Large Round Bales Premium Alfalfa Grass $60 per bale, can deliver for additional fee. Horse Boarding $245 per Month includes hay. Nov 1st - April 30th. Hay Hauling, Large square or rounds. Call Bob 970-846-2999

Iron Mike pitching machine 85MPH, 200 ball hopper; Jugs 101 pitching machine 90MPH; 70’x16’x14’ Cage net, radar gun, pitching screens. All like new, used inside. $3,200 Less than half of new. Call 970-846-1880

Premium Irrigated Grass Hay, Small Heavy Squares. $5 each or 500lb round bales, easy to move and feed $30 each. Pearl Lake 970-846-3475

FREE Banana! Powder Pursuits Snowboard shop. Largest selection of Libtech Snowboard’s Labor Day weekend Sale! at Kali’s. Call 970-846-1905

Certified Alfalfa Grass Hay This years, covered. Square Bales $7.50 per bale. 970-326-6473 1,000 ton, alfalfa, large, round 970-824-6258 or 970-326-5151

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Grass Hay, small bales, $125 per ton. Available now. 970-638-4617 or 970-638-4408

FREE WOOD PALLETTS FREE WOOD PALLETS AT THE STEAMBOAT PILOT BUILDING ON CURVE PLAZA. YOU HAUL AWAY AS MANY AS YOU LIKE.

LOST: Ted Baker eyeglasses in oval Oakley hard sunglass case. 970-879-8176

FOUND: Bicycle tool kit found on Mt. Werner. Please Call Rick 871-3194 FOUND: Ruff coated terrier. 879-5819

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FOUND: Bike computer Mon 08/17 Sandylands. Call to identify 970-870-9386

Hay for sale. Timothy/ Brome/Clover small, square bales. You pick up. $4.25 per bale. (970) 871-7921

Free confidential pregnancy tests & ultrasound. Pregnancy Resource Center. 544 Oak Street (Good Shepherd House) Walk-ins welcome Tuesdays 9-5PM, Wednesdays 4-7PM, Thursdays 9-2PM. Call for an appointment any time. 871-1307 www.steamboatpregnancy.com

FOUND AT FISH CREEK RESERVOIR, GREY FLEECE AND CARHART VEST ON AUGUST 9TH, CALL 970-870-1586

Music Lessons: Piano and Voice. Piano lessons for ages 5 and up. Adults welcome. Beginners to Advanced. Voice lessons for females- ages 12 and up. Males- after voice change and up. Broadway and Classical styles taught. Please call or e-mail Stephanie at 970-291-1292 or blake.piano@gmail.com.

There are funds available for uninsured and underinsured local women to pay for annual wellness exams, mammograms and breast cancer treatment costs. Don’t compromise your health we can help! Call the Yampa Valley Breast Cancer Awareness Project to learn how to apply for funds. 846-4554.

Yard Sale Sat 7am & Sun 9am 2739 Abbey Rd: Electronics, furniture, household items, Men’s ski’s and ski gear, lawn mower and much more.

Garage Sale Sat 08/22 10am - 2pm No early birds. 26975 Neptune PL, Willow Creek Pass Clark: Clothing, toys, furniture, DVD’s, stereo stuff, candles, misc items. 970-879-8177

Garage Sale 2385 W HWY 40 Fri & Sat 8am -? Furnitures, Vehicle, lots of stuff.

Happy Fish Pet Emporium, now carrying birds, reptiles, furries, fish! Expanded to meet your needs, 80 E 4th, Craig, 824-3772

12 Horse Power Craftsman snowblower, purchased March 2008 $1200, 3 snowplows $200 each, tire chains $50 each Call 970-734-5080

Dakota Ridge garage sale, bunk bed and mattress, trampoline, PS3 Rock Band, kids bikes, exercise bike, lawn mower, high chair, 31570 Aspen Ridge RD use south entrance, Sat. 8-12. NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE AT QUAIL RUN All of Covey Circle (off Whistler Rd) Sat 8/22 from 8am - 1pm. One stop shopping, Many garages participating, Lots of treasures and stuff.

Garage Sale SATURDAY, August 22nd, 8am-2pm 2504 Downhill Dr (Aames Storage) Office Files, Chairs, Chest of Drawers, Drafting Table, Oak Table, Household Goods, Outdoor Stuff, Records & Books.

720 Wahmonite Multifamily Sale, too much to list: area rugs, thermarest, 9am til 12pm. No early birds please.

George is Sailing Away, and selling the rest of his stuff!

Copper Ridge Storage Unit Sale #172. Saturday 8/22, 9 am to 1pm. Fly Fishing Gear, Camping Equipment, Snowboards, Skis, Household Items.

Ranch Moving Sale: space heaters, shop vacuums, hand carts, fencing materials, tank heaters, 6ft bury spigots, garden tools, wheel barrels, weed eaters, coolers, light fixtures, old farm equipment, single trees, horse tack, log rack, tractor post hole digger, snowplows, 12HP craftsman snowblower $1200, deck snowblower $100, freezer $100, 3,000 red brick .25ea or $700. Fri-Sun 8-3, 15100 WUS 40 8 miles West of Milner, watch for sign. 970-734-5081 or 970-734-5080

Moving Sale Everything must go! Washer, dryer, refrigerator, snowblower, misc antiques, clothing, ski equipment, BBQ’s and much more. 615 Pamela Ln. Sat 8am - Noon

Sat. 8/22 730am - ? NEB Please. Loads to sell: Household, kitchen, collectibles, bike, camp, ski., garden, clothing, stereo, electronics, & misc. 788 Mill Run Ct. Up Hilltop at Sinclair MULTIPLE FAMILIES: 30 gallon antique crock, bottles, capper. Antiques, compressor, space heaters, violin, houseplants, garden supplies, gas grill, smoker, power tools, New Electric applieces, LP records, books, kids clothes, toys. 1104 / 1134 CRAWFORD AVE Saturday 8- Noon.

Malamute Puppies!! 1st shots, wormed, ready Sept 1st. $500 Call 970-819-9096

City of Steamboat Springs Animal Shelter Phone: 879-0621 www.petfinder.com Dogs for Adoption: Rowdee-2 yr. old male Pitl/Lab-Great with dogs! Sampson-7 yr old Rottweiler mix-Mellow. Hank- 4 yr old adorable heeler mix (in foster home). Hooch-Female 10yr. Husky. Chelsea-6 yr old rat terrier mix. Ellen-6-month sweet brindle pup. Tryko- 10 mos. cute medium sized dog! Abbey-10 mos. shy border collie mix. Cats for Adoption: Adult cats: $30 each. Need homes for semi-feral kittens.

Garage sale Saturday 8/22 8-12 Furniture, household items, clothing. Fundraiser for orphanage in Uganda. 3370 Columbine Dr #101-Sunray Meadows

FREE GARAGE SALE 8/22 8-11am 736 Oak sponsored by The United Methodist Church

Moving Sale 6th & Yampa St. Furniture and misc. Aug. 19th 20th 21st 8:00 until 4:00

PIANO TUNING Offering maximum playability, enhanced tone, optimal artistic response. 1/2 Price Summer Tunings. John Mason, Registered Piano Technician 970-819-2771

TROPICAL ROCKIES NEW HOURS. Now 6 days per week. Mon - Sat 11am - 6pm. 970-879-1909

20 700lb. round horse hay bales, Timothy Brome mix, $45 each, garage kept, no rain we load you haul, 970-871-7863

Storage Sale! Thrus, Fri 9am-5pm & Sat 9am-1pm. Northwest Storage #214(past Tri-State), 2 work benches, recliners, Washer, Dryer, table, chairs, dressers, TV’s, exercise machines, 12 6’ horse panels, saddle, tools,fishing stuff, many household items. Something for everyone!

Sat 08/22 Moving Sale 7am - 1pm 30705 Elk Ln; Tools, cloths, jewelry, silk plants, light fixtures (in box), tables, big screen TV & many more items. 970-846-0019 or 970-846-3139

LOST:Black, Mainecoon, long haired cat, bright green eyes, kitten looking, around Tamarack, on the 13th, call 970-846-3245

Good, irrigated meadow hay with no rain. $70 a ton. Call 970-824-6933

Hay For Sale, alfalfa grass mix, big round bales, by the ton or bale, delivery if needed, $85 ton, 970-620-3243

2nd Annual BAZZOOMBA BABE Fundraising Garage Sale! ALL proceeds donated to AVON WALK FOR BREAST CANCER! Saturday, Aug. 22, 442 3rd Street 8AM-2PM Something for everyone... lots ‘o freebies!!

LOTS OF GREAT HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. Rocking chairs, wicker furniture, bar stools, linens, kitchen items, small appliances, lamps, pictures, gardening, women’s clothing, winter coats, Blucox Towbar. PLUS MUCH MORE. 1614 Cornice Court. Fri, Sat, Sun 9-4

FOUND: Fly Reel at Chuck Lewis Sat 8/15, Call Matt to identify 970-871-9002

CUSTOM HAYING! Small square bales. Call 970-629-9299, leave message.

Tim Brome Clover, no sprays no chems, good horse hay, good color, 700lb round bales, 35 tons in field, all or part, good buy 970-846-1880

BACK TO SCHOOL SALE! Friday, August 21 and Saturday the 22nd, 9:00 am to ? BRAND NEW DONATIONS!! Lots and lots of furniture, great clothing for the whole family, Home decor items, unique collectibles, variety of furniture, boots, tools, computer stuff, and mens items, clothing for the entire family, jewelry. Portion of the proceeds go to the Veterans through Love Inc. Specific items for Veteran’s are free. Craig Storage # 17 (Behind Craig Sports & Subway on Woodbury Drive)

Registered Scottish Highland cattle: cows, heifers, cow-calf pairs available. Range of colors and ages. Contact Jon 819-1356.

American Eskimos, Teacup Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniels, Mini Schnauzer & Shihapoo. AKC Female, Bassetthond 6 months old. Baker Drive Pets 970-824-3933

Premium irrigated alfalfa-mix hay with Feed Value Report. Small square bales, Large rounds, $100 per ton. Delivery Available. 970-824-1050

WANTED: 4 Literary Sojourn Tickets. 846-8343

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SALE - Vintage lamps, tools, antiques: stoves, leather sewing machine & misc. 1280 13th Street Unit D SATURDAY 970-879-5483

Garage Sale - Nice furniture - king log bed w/ mattress, oak desks, matching washer, dryer, baby items, all quality - 319 Steele St 8:00-2:00 Sat and Sunday 620-6108 MONTROSE: Crafty Lady store closing after 19 years. Everything must go. High quality yarn, needles, scrapbooking paper, embellishments, punches, rubber stamps and more. Fixtures, cash registers and equipment. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday; 9 to 4 Saturday. 225 North Townsend, next to Burger King in Montrose. (970) 216-5645.

MOVING SALE!!!!! SAT & SUN.... 7-11am Everything must go....Different things out each day. Corner of Yampa & 11th Street. Behind Bamboo Market.

Need childcare in my home for 2 older children 3 days/week, after school. Some evenings and weekends. Non-smoker. Must have own car and good driving record. Call Christy 970-367-6101

End of Summer Garage Sale! Take these to YOUR house. Kids recliner, sheets, cloths, Yu-Gi-Oh cards, electronic & boards games, books, Brass towel racks, more. Clean. 102 Hillside Sat 8am-Noon

Looking for a LIVE IN nanny to work 2 to 3 days a week with 2 children ages 3 and 5. Room and utilities in exchange for care. Must have references, be non-smoking, NP. Call Barb 970-846-3539.

RAINED OUT LAST WEEKEND, LETS TRY IT AGAIN! 251 8th Street (8th and Pine) Gorgeous half circle computer desk with inlays, williams sonoma items, sofas, Madame Alexaner dolls, Italian Toulle chandeliers, Pottery Barn items, athletic equipments, designer clothing and much more! 7:30-? Saturday 14 Logan Ave. Girls & Teen clothing lots of lamp shades, Burton snowboard with bindings, Trampoline with safety net Sat 8am - noon.

LEGAL ASSISTANT

Established law firm seeks experienced legal assistant, with excellent working skills in QuickBooks, Word, Court filing and billing programs. Need motivated, detail person to manage multiple tasks. Fax resume to 970-879-7022 or e-mail law@holloran.biz.

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Raindrop Water is seeking a driver with CDL class B, air brakes and tanker endorsements must have clean driving record and pass drug tests (do not call if driving record has a DUI or Drug Conviction) Must know Routt County roads and have experience in winter driving be able to chain truck. 879-0655

Administrative Assistant needed for Business & Personal Duties. 12 to 16 hours per week, hours flexible. Basic Bookkeeping, Quickbooks, & Strong Organizational Skills. Must have dependable transportation. Email resume and salary expectations to: assistant@ahsinc.com

Program Assistant

Full-time benefited position in Craig. This position will provide administrative support to management staff in the Craig office. Must be able to work independently and provide expected outcomes for designated tasks and programs. Excellent computer and attention to detail required. Apply in person at the VNA, 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Dr. Suite 101, Steamboat. Please direct inquiries to sanderso@nwcovna.org. EOE

OFFICE ASSISTANT

Delivery Drivers Needed TOP PAY FOR THE RIGHT PEOPLE. Deliver auto Parts to the best mechanics in Routt County FT, PT Benefits. Clean DrivingRecord a Must. NAPA. 2550 Lincoln.

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Steamboat Schools District - ELL Family Liaison- 3.5 hrs day, $21.27 hour. Speech Coach (or Co-coaches), Girls Lacrosse Coach, SSHS. Please complete district classified application at https://apps.winocular.com/steamboat/apply/ Questions: 970-871-3199. EOE

Full-Time, Part-Time, & Per Diem positions available! Administers direct care to residents in a safe, professional manner. Works as part of a team with other CNA’s, nurses, and other related departments to assist residents with ADL’s and restorative therapies. Colorado CNA, & CPR Required. Previous long term experience preferred. Applicants must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with residents, families, co-workers, visitors and physicians. Ability to plan, organize and exercise logical judgment. Ability to work with and understand the geriatric population & willing to make a difference in the lives of our elderly residents. We offer great benefits including health insurance, paid time off, ski passes, 403(b) retirement plan and more! Apply at Yampa Valley Medical Center, Human Resources at 1024 Central Park Drive Steamboat Springs, CO, fax resume to 871-2337, apply online at www.yvmc.org or email to: careers@yvmc.org.

Full-time benefited position in Craig. Provides consistently high quality care to patients, evaluates the needs of the patients; responds to client’s inquiries and performs a medical triage function. Must maintain a professional demeanor and customer service orientation to clients, peers, and providers. Apply in person at the VNA, 745 Russell Street, Craig or 940 Central Park Dr. Suite 101, Steamboat. Please direct inquiries to sanderso@nwcovna.org. EOE

Eco-conscious babysitter available for hire. B.A. in Environmental Studies, CPR/First Aid trained, healthy lifestyle. (715) 302-0146.

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THE TRUCK STOP is looking for an experienced Tech to join our team. Apply at 1890 Elk River Plaza

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Maintains & repairs boilers, refrigeration units, auxiliary systems, heating units, pneumatic controls and air compressors. Understands electrical safety requirements, electrical testing instruments, trouble shooting, & repair procedures. Understands & repairs basic pumps and systems. Reads blueprints of piping systems and performs related maintenance. Three years of hospital maintenance preferred. Experience/knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and construction required. Current, valid Colorado Driver’s License. High school diploma or equivalent. We offer great benefits including health insurance, paid time off, ski passes, 403(b) retirement plan and more! Apply at Yampa Valley Medical Center, Human Resources at 1024 Central Park Drive Steamboat Springs, CO, fax resume to 871-2337, apply online at www.yvmc.org or email to: careers@yvmc.org.

Mobile Installer for local shop. Experience necessary, NGA Certification preferred. Must be detail oriented, reliable, good communicator. Looking for part time, possibly more. Call 970-846-8434, fax resume to 970-797-1395

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Quality Control, earn up to $100 per day. Evaluate Retail stores, training provided, no experience required. 888-731-1042

Good earning potential! Wrecker Driver. Good driving record. Experienced. Benefits. Sunshine Mountain Auto 879-1210.

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Precision Excavating, Inc. has an immediate opening for an Office Assistant. Position will do data entry, cleaning and fill-in as gravel pit scale operator. Bookkeeping background is helpful. Please apply in person at 1545 West Jefferson Ave. in Hayden. EOE

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The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association is seeking an Online Marketing and Special Events Manager. Come join an energetic and enthusiastic team! This position will be responsible for on-going website maintenance, development/implementation of strategic online initiatives, summer event support and more. Drop your resume by the Chamber Visitor Center or email to marion@steamboatchamber.com.

Paralegal or experienced legal secretary for busy law office. Salaried position with benefits. Applicant must be a self-starter, highly organized, and have multi-line telephone, general office, typing, computer skills with an ability to work under pressure and multi-task. Opportunity for additional training and advancement. Position available immediately. Please provide resume, references, and letter of interest to Ralph A. Cantafio, P.C., P.O. Box 774567, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477, fax to 879-4511, or email: shauana@cantafiolaw.com.

Experienced Pool & Spa Mechanic, Must own home in Steamboat or immediate area. Must be well-groomed, clean-cut, nonsmoker with no visible tattoos. Background & driver’s license check. Pickup application at Aqua Vita Spas. No phone calls.

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is hiring for the following full time positions: NIGHT AUDIT, PIECE RATE HOUSEKEEPER, COMMON AREA CLEANING /GROUNDS, and PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK WEEKENDS. Year round employment. Full Time Employee (32 hours) Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401k, Potential Tuition Reimbursement, Discounted hotel room rates at Wyndham core properties. Apply in person at 900 Pine Grove Circle (Across from the Tennis Bubble) EOE, VETERANS, DV, M, F

Hiring FT and PT Kitchen and Waitstaff. Apply in person. Glen Eden Family Resteraunt and Tavern, 18 miles N on 129. Part time cafe help needed. Please email olivia@mountainhighcatering.com for details and application. BLACK MOUNTAIN TAVERN, OAK CREEK NOW HIRING! Daytime Cooks, Pizza Cooks, Sautee Cooks, & Waitstaff Call Dan 846-7642 Local, Established Fine Dining Restaurant is hiring a Kitchen manger with strong with line & prep cook experience. Please send resume to: rrrestaurantmanager@yahoo.com

Seeking Part-Time Retail Merchandiser to service Hallmark product at Safeway and City Market. Apply at www.hallmark.appone.com

Director of Sales, Senior Executive Income, No Travel. Serious Inquiries ring (970) 372-6622 www.be2succeed.com

STEAMBOAT:This place feels like Home! 2 OR 3 bdrm, 1ba, unfurnished, NS, NP, 1st, and last month, super location, on Oak St, off street parking, newly remodeled, WD hookups, call Moser & Assoc. 970-879-2839 HAYDEN:The Redstone Motel, 20 minutes west of Steamboat. Weekly and monthly rentals available, Long term. Security Deposit required. Includes utilities, cable, wireless. Call Jessica (970)846-0924. STAGECOACH:1 Bedroom, 1 Bath with office in Stagecoach. WD, $850 per month including utilities. Pets OK, NS, 970-819-2025 STEAMBOAT:1BD apartment, Great for 1 person. Available September 1st. $700 per month includes utilities, internet. No smoking or pets. 970-819-7945 STEAMBOAT:$850: Downtown Steamboat, 2 story, 1 bdrm apartment, hardwoods, gas fireplace, IKEA kitchen, wd, super cute! ALL included, even satellite & wifi! Can be furnished! Available 9/1. $1250: Whistler, 2 story, 2 bdrm, wd, fireplace, updated, large patio, corner unit! np. Available Now! $1150: Timber Run, FULLY furnished, available NOW! ALL included! $1550: Powder Ridge, 3 bdrm, FULLY furnished, Most included, Available 9/1. Call Robyn at 970-846-8247. See photos online at www.steamboatliving.com OR let me know what you are looking for! STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BTH studio downtown on Yampa St. $800 Utilities included. Avail end of August. Please email first: jill.wernig@strategichardware.us (c) 846-7801 STEAMBOAT: 3BD, 2.5BA, 2 floors, near downtown & mountain bus, 2 parking spots, gas stove, stainless app, HW floors, W/D, NS, pets considered, responsible couples & families preferred. $1750 + util. Available now. Call Curtis 970-846-1061

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STEAMBOAT: Downtown Proper 2BD, 1BA, great location, NS, NP, all amenities. $1100 month, deposit negotiable. For more information, Carol 970-846-2981 STEAMBOAT:Beautiful, 2bd, 1ba on 35 acres. Vaulted ceilings, Maplewood kitchen. Need 4x4. $950, 1/4 utilities. Absolutely NS! Pet negotiable. 879-0395 STEAMBOAT: Clean and New studio apartment available. utilities, cable, and internet included. NP, WD, First, last, security. References required. $800 monthly. (970)871-9918 or (970)846-5358 STAGECOACH: 2BD, 1BA. Partially furnished, bottom floor, corner unit. WD. NS, no dogs. $950, some utilities included. 970-846-4355 day STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA Sunny, clean apartment. Old Town. $950 month. Available September 1st. Includes WD, trash, water. NS, NP 970-846-9914 STEAMBOAT:2BR 1BA Apt in private house on mountain. W/D, DW, FP. $1,200 includes utilities. NS, Pets Negotiable. 970-871-6926 STEAMBOAT:Large, open 1BD apartment in town, office, WD. $1,200 monthly INCLUDES CABLE /UTILITIES. NS, NP, 1 vehicle only! 970-819-5353 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA apartment in Private Highend Home in Deer Mountain Estates. Pets ok, 1 Car only. $950 includes utilities. 720-352-6463

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STEAMBOAT:Work - Live Space for Rent. Studio Apt. Kitchen, Bath WD. Work space 1000sq ft. open space, office with bathroom. Lg. garage door. Loft for storage. $1500. month plus utilities and damage deposit. Pet ok. 970-734-8264 870-0734 STEAMBOAT:Caretaker studio, 20 minutes from downtown. Furnished, private entrance, patio. NS, NP, lease. $725. 970-846-6767 See this property at tntpropertiesonline.com

CRAIG:1 & 2BD apartments available situated on acreage for feeling of spaciousness. Outside entrance, we pay heat, WD included. $600 deposit, NP. Application at 615 Riford Rd #5G 10-4 M-F 970-824-2772

STEAMBOAT:2 miles to town, 1bd, 1ba on 36 acres, $1000 month includes utilities. NS, NP, WiFi, Dish. 970-309-0739

CRAIG: DOWNTOWN Large 2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments.Furnished, parking, laundry facilities. All electric kitchens including DW, disposals. Small pets ok. Call (970)824-7120

STEAMBOAT: 2 of the Nicest, New 1 Bedroom apartments available downtown on 6th and Lincoln. $1,100, and $1,400 monthly. Call Jon W. Sanders at Ski Town Lifestyle Properties 970-870-0552

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STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Basement apartment with bonus room. Views of Mt. Werner. Knotty Pine and slate finishes. WD, utilities included. 970-291-9009

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CRAIG:2BD, 1BA Vacant apartments, covered parking, laundry facilities. $705 + 1 month deposit. Alpine Apartments 4th & Tucker. Jesse 970-824-3636

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STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Caretaker unit, Private Home on Mountain, Separate Entrance, WD, Near Bus. References, 1st, Deposit. Available September 1, $900 970-846-3366

OAK CREEK:Nice apartments for rent, convenient location, $650-850 per month includes all utilities. Internet ready, 970-819-2849

STEAMBOAT: Shadow Run, 1bd, new bathroom, furnished, clean, walk to Gondola, NS, NP $900 970-819-2233

STEAMBOAT: 1BD, 1BA on Mtn, Top Floor, WD, New Wood Floors, Fun Pool, HT, Tennis, Bus, Bike Path. Cable included. $825 846-1620

STEAMBOAT:West Side available NOW! New York Style Lofts with FLEX space. 2BD, 1.5BA, 2 car garage, WD, HW, floors, granite, cherry cabinets $1600 monthly + Utilities. David Epstein 970-291-9555

STAGECOACH:2BD, 1BA New paint, wood & tile flooring, Granite, FP, new appliances. HOA, No dogs. $1000 monthly. 310-748-3871 or 310-748-3872

OAK CREEK: COMFORTABLE ONE BEDROOM Hardwood floors, high ceilings, Dish TV, good location. Quiet building. $500 month. Must See! 970-879-4784

STEAMBOAT:1BD Pines Unit, Mountain view, Furnished, WD, hot tub, FP, NS, NP Avail September 1st, $1000 1st, Security. Mary 970-879-4822

STEAMBOAT:Newly painted, furnished, North Star Studio condo, on mt, on bus route, cable, HT, Sauna, trash, WD, NS, NP, $850 + utilities, 719-459-1121, 719-535-0484 STEAMBOAT:1BD 1BA, Walton Village, bright, clean, furnished, corner unit, wood floor, NS, NP available immediately, August free, $825 +electricity. 970-846-2975 STEAMBOAT:2bedroom, 2bathroom. Shadow Run, WD, Fireplace, pool, hot tubs on site, NP. $1200 INCLUDING UTILITIES & deposit 846-1172 STEAMBOAT:2 Loft Bedrooms, 2 Baths, fully furnished, Wonderful views, Quiet, Perfect for couple, NS, $1200 monthly. 970-879-1776 STEAMBOAT:Shadow Run 2bdrm, 2ba Furnished, WD FP, hot tub, bus stop. $1,200 NS, NP Call Candice 970-870-0497 or Scott 970-846-5898 STEAMBOAT:Row Home Living! 4BD, 4BA, Family Floor Plan, 1852sqft, 2 Decks, Garage, Bus-route. $2,000 monthly, Some Utilities Included. 307-760-7337 STEAMBOAT:Run, bike, ski from your door. New, 1bdrm 1ba. Near hot springs. 4x4 needed, some caretaker responsibilities. $1,000 includes utilities. Dogs considered. 970-846-2747 STEAMBOAT:1bd, 1ba furnished Walton Pond Cond. On bus route, NP, NS, water, cable, garbage & snowplowing included. $850/mo + sec. dep. Available now and ASK ABOUT RENT TO OWN. 970-846-4220

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STEAMBOAT:Nice, quiet, sunny 2BD, 2BA on Mountain. Fireplace, balcony, WD, hottub, pool, internet, cable, water, trash, great landlord! $1050 OBO. 970-819-6675 STEAMBOAT:Sunny, Quiet 1bedroom, 1bath condo on Mountain. Pool, Hot tub, bus. $950 month + utilities 1st, last, security. Beth 970-846-2770 STEAMBOAT:2BD +loft, 3BA, WD, furnished, pool, hot-tub, decks, bus route. Cable Internet, NS, NP. References. $1500 lease, rent to own (303)503-6357

STEAMBOAT:Available September 1st. Two bedroom fully furnished condo on the mountain. NS, NP on bus line. $1200 Call Cheryl Foote at 970-846-6444

STEAMBOAT: 1 BLOCK TO SKI 2BD, bus. Most utilities included. Nicely Redone $1200 month, Available NOW, NS, NP. 970-846-0713

STEAMBOAT:Move in immediately! Spacious unit on the River, 2BD, 2BA, A/C and W/D. Water, gas, electric included. NS, NP, $1450 monthly, to see, call Roger at 970-319-2886.

STEAMBOAT: Fully furnished 1-3BD condos, all utilities included, no lease, month to month. Available from August to December. NS, NP, great monthly rates! 970-879-5351 0r 1-800-820-1886

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STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA, lower level, well-lit, near downtown & mountain bus, 2 parking spots, W/D, HW floors, NS, pets considered, ideal for responsible couple or small family. $1100 + util. Available now. Call Curtis 970-846-1061 STEAMBOAT:West Side Available NOW ! 1BD, 1.5BA with 2 car + Flex space. $1400 monthly + utilities. David Epstein 970-291-9555

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STEAMBOAT: Almost new 2 bedroom, 2 bath 1 car garage. NP, NS. $1200 mo plus electric. Lisa Ruffino at 970-879-5100 ext 30. STEAMBOAT:2BD 2BA. On Mountain, Furnished, Fireplace, WD, Private HotTub, Quiet Complex, Bus Route, Gas (Heat) Cable Water Included. NS NP $1400 970-323-0527 STEAMBOAT:On mountain, 2BD, 2BA, furnished and remodeled, covered parking, on bus route, 6 months or year lease, $1250 monthly 305-525-0405 STEAMBOAT:Available 10/1 Downtown. 2bd, 2ba at The Residences. WD, fireplace, 1 parking space, Absolutely NP, NS! $1300 month, cable water, gas and trash included. 970-879-0097 STEAMBOAT:3bd, 3ba Willett Heights Condo, near downtown, on bus route, new gas fireplace, flooring, & countertops, large two-floor end unit, lots of windows, WD, ns, np, $1,500 monthly, 970-879-0496.

STEAMBOAT:Riverbend Cabin, 1BD+ loft. 3.5 miles west of 7-11 on HWY 40. Pet ok, low utilities. $875 monthly 970-846-9340 reeds1180@comcast.net

STEAMBOAT:THE LODGE, 2BD, 2BA furnished Pool, hottubs, deck, cable, gas, internet, shuttle. NS, NP. 200yds to Gondola, $1,500/mo. 440-666-6008.

STEAMBOAT:Immaculate Pines 2BD, 2BA with Loft, furnished, lots of storage, WD, NS, NP, bus, near Central Park, Lease.$1400 846-6767 STAGECOACH:Wagonwheel, quiet, 3bed 2bath condo, new paint, carpeting, fridge. Close to lake, 1 year. lease, NS, NP, $1000 monthly. 970-736-2600 STEAMBOAT:2bed, 2bath, Furnished The Pines by City Market. 9-12 month lease ok, includes utilities, NS, NP $1395 661-204-1999 Bob STEAMBOAT:1BD 1BA fully furnished at mountain, utilities include: cable, internet, electric $1100 month 970-819-1540

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STEAMBOAT:Furnished 1BD. 1BA Walton Village. NS, NP, WD, on bus route, hottub. $900 monthly plus deposit. Some utilities included. 970-879-4857 STEAMBOAT:Cozy 1bd 1ba on mtn, fully furnished, NP, NS, $750 month + elec 1st, last, sec 970-819-7785

STEAMBOAT:New Sunray, 2BD, 2BA, $1,300, deck, views. Direct access, heated garage. Gas FP, tile, wood finishes, designer lighting. Heat, H20, Cable, WD, included. NS, NP. Bus route, near gondola. 720-341-7726 STEAMBOAT:Great landlord seeking great tenants! Five exceptional properties available for long term rental. 3 mountian condos, 2 sf homes. 970-846-3353 STEAMBOAT:Alpine Meadows 2BD 2BA unfurnished, bus route, hot tub, sunny, views. NS, NP, WD $1250. Axis West Realty 970-879-8171 www.AxisWestRealty.com

STEAMBOAT:Sunray Meadows 1BD, 1BA, heated garage $1300; Shadow Run Newly Remodeled 2BD, 2BA pool $1400; Both furnished, FP, HTB, WD, Cable, Net, trash, NS, NP all except electric. Call 879-8726 or 846-1407 STEAMBOAT:Hilltop Pkwy Condo, partially furnished 2BD, 2BA, WD, NS, Lease. 1st, last, deposit. $1297+ Utilities. Available Immediately (970) 846-4951.

STEAMBOAT:3bed, 2ba newer downtown. Nicely furnished. Walk to shops, river, etc. Bus, NS, NP. Available now. $1,600 includes heat. 970-846-9378 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, fully furnished, great views, cable, internet, gas fireplace, hottub, parking, NS, NP lease $1400 negotiable Available Now. 917-292-7286 STEAMBOAT:Villas condo -2BD, 2BA furn. $1350 incl. utilities. Sunray condo - 2BD, 2BA, unfurn. $1275 plus elec. Chinook Townhome -2BD, 2BA unfurn. $1200 plus utilities. NS. NP. 970-879-8161 STEAMBOAT:Move in immediately! Spacious unit on the River, 2BD, 2BA, A/C and W/D. Water, gas, electric included. NS, NP, $1450 monthly, to see, call Roger at 970-319-2886. STEAMBOAT:On the River 2BD, 2BA, Brand new, furnished or unfurnished, WD, NS, Mountain Views. Lease negotiable. Utilities Neg (970)871-6016 819-0696 STEAMBOAT:Villas, 2BD, 2BA upper floor, 1 car garage, unfurnished, NS, NP, hot tub, bus route, Available Sept 1st, $1190 per month includes heat. 846-3243 Cindy STEAMBOAT:1BD 1BA with garage, Pines at Ore House, WD, $1200 includes cable, trash and water, NP NS, Call Amy 619-417-7454 STEAMBOAT:Furnished 2BD, 2BA, Sunray Meadows, garage, gas fireplace, WD, NS, NP. $1300 month. Available October 1st (720)581-3299

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STEAMBOAT:1BD studio, seperate living space, ONLY $700 MONTHLY! On mountian, furnished, bus-route, NO FIRST, or LAST 828-736-2158

STEAMBOAT:We pay heat, tv and more! 2BD, 2BA, top floor, views, garage, WD, furnished, mountain, bus, NS, $1,475 monthly. 970-846-7523

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 1BA near Gondola, Bus. Remodeled, unfurnished. Flexible lease. Avail. 8/19. $1,100 NP, NS! 970.547.4662 STEAMBOAT: Mountain- 3br, 2ba, FULLY furnished condo, garage, gas FP, WD, cable, wireless Internet, water, gas heat included. Private Hot Tub on deck. Bus Route. Must see - Beautiful. NS/NP. $1,750, 871-7912, 970-214-3554

STEAMBOAT:Mountain View, Clean, 2bd, 2BA, 1 Car Garage. Includes Heat, Cable, Internet, WD, Available Now. No Pets, $1375 970-879-4529 STEAMBOAT:Spacious 2br, 2.5ba, carport, garage. WD, sauna, very quiet, on creek. Perfect for sm. family. All appliances, some utilities inc. NS, NP. 1st, last+dep. $1175, 1yr. Dan 719-491-6231days, 719-495-8304eve.

STEAMBOAT:1BD, 2BA, Top corner, GFP, WD, Pool, HT, Updated, Creek views. NP NS References required. $900. 1st, last, deposits 879-3788 STEAMBOAT:1BD 2BA Walton Village. Remodeled. partially furnished. Gas fireplace. Hot Tub. $950 + deposit. 970-819-0731

STEAMBOAT:Yampa View Mountain Condo, 2BD, 2BA, new upgrades, partially furnished, includes cable, internet. NS, NP. $1100 month, responsible tenant. 970-846-2159,970-846-3766

STEAMBOAT:1BD 1BA NEWLY REMODELED GROUND LEVEL TIMBERS CONDO. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. HARDWOOD FLOORS, FIREPLACE, HOTTUB, LAUNDRY, GREAT VIEWS. $900 MONTH + LOW UTILITIES. NS NP (970)846-7047

STEAMBOAT:AUGUST FREE! 2BD, 2BA on mountain, beautiful views, very quiet environment!, covered parking! Fully furnished, cable, gas, water, and trash included. $1,300 month. Drew 970-291-9101 STAGECOACH: 2 Bed, 1 Bath condo in Wagon Wheel. New paint, NS, NP $850/month. Half off first month. Brian 619-218-9394 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 2BA, On Mountain 1car garage, storage. WD, FP, NS, NP. $1175 includes heat, water, trash, cable, internet. 303-957-7977 STAGECOACH:Wonderful Wagon Wheel 2 bedroom 1 bath condo. Fireplace, w/d in complex. No smoking, no pets. $750.00. 720-244-5514 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Walton Village condo, fully furnished, beautiful unit, NS, NP. Available now. 1st, last, deposit. $1,100 monthly. 970-819-7505 STEAMBOAT:****3br, 2ba, walk to the slopes and the Tugboat!! Underground parking. Fully furnished. $2100 + utilities. ****3br, 2.5ba, garage, deck, on bus route. Fully Furnished. $1800 + utilities. 303-717-7450 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA and 2BD, 2BA available, garage NS, NP, bus, gas FP, most utilities included; 1st, last, security. Call 970-846-0310

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STEAMBOAT:Walk to slopes, furnished 2BD, 2BA, parking garage, bus route. Includes gas, cable & internet. NS, NP, year lease. $1450 month. Call Lori 970-846-8975

STEAMBOAT:Rockies- 2b-2b furnished - all utility pd except elect Available Sept. NS-NP $1190.00 per mo -plus dep. Lease neg. 879-0045-846-8175

STEAMBOAT:Yampa View 2BD + loft, 3BA, complete remodel, Spectacular Views! Short term lease up to 6 months. Call Mike 846-8692

STEAMBOAT:3BD 3BA, next to ski mountain, fully furnished, jacuzzi, shuttle bus, NP, NS, WD, $2100 month, Call 970-819-1540

Sunray Meadows- 2BD, 2BA. Fully furnished, 2 decks with great views. FP, WD, utilities & cable inc. NS, NP, $1,600. (561)414.4530

STEAMBOAT:North Star Studio: Great location, Walton Creek Road and Columbine. Newly remodeled exterior. Includes internet, cable. WD, NP, $775. Available immediately. 970-846-5099.

STEAMBOAT:3bd +loft, 2ba condo in Mt. Werner Lodge. Excellent location right at the ski area base. Fully furnished, turn-key. Flexible Lease. NS, NP. Avail Sept 1st. $2000 utilities incl. 970.846.0833

STEAMBOAT:4 bedroom, 2 bath duplex for rent in Fish Creek area $2000 per month + utilities, first, last, security due at move in call Amy 970-846-2114.

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STEAMBOAT:Beautiful 2BD, 2 Bath, 1/2 duplex close to ski area. Fully remodeled, great views, WD, Pets negotiable. $1350 month with discount. Visit www.padenrentals.com for more info. STEAMBOAT:YOUR CHOICE OF ONE OR TWO BEDROOM DUPLEXâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S. $1250 + utilites. Great locations, deck, garage, WD. Pets negotiable. Lease. 970-870-9815 STEAMBOAT: 4BD, 4BA, Fish Creek - Tamarack Area $1800. Call 846-0853

STAGECOACH: Custom log home 3BD, 3BA, + loft, backed up to national forest. $1800 month. Call Bill 970-879-6293 STEAMBOAT:First time in 5 years! Cozy 3BR, 11/2BA in Riverside. Gas, water, heat. Fenced yard. Pets negotiable. $1425. Ken 970-217-6330. STEAMBOAT:Downtown next to Butcherknife Park. Just remodeled with wood floors, new appliances, painted cabinets, glass, tile backslash in kitchen. Furnished 3BD, 1BA, HUGE Yard, short or long term, pet negotiable, NS, WD, $1800 +utilities. 970-846-4220 Ask about Rent to own. STEAMBOAT:3Br, 2.5 Bath W/large living and family room, near high school. Large yard, pets ok. NS, $1900 +utilities. 870-0930 evenings STEAMBOAT:Old Town homes available September 1. RARELY AVAILABLE: 3-4BR 3.5BA; 2BR, 1BA; 1BR, 2BA; AVAILABLE FROM $1200 ON UP. David Epstein 970-291-9555

STEAMBOAT:Unfurnished, clean, sunny, GREAT VIEWS, 3BR, 2BA Log Duplex. 2-garages, woodstove, gas, yard, pet possible, WD. Sept $1650 970-734-4919 http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view /4777109 OAK CREEK:3BD, 2BA, $895 +utilities. updated windows, kitchen, bath, flooring. WD, yard, storage. Pet considered, NS, 1st, Last, Deposit. 970-736-2383 STEAMBOAT:On mountain unobstructed views, 2blocks to Gondola, remodeled, new appliances, furnished, 2BD, separate BA, Shower, NS, NP. $1250 970-481-7640 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, Great Location Downtown. $1200=Unfurnished water, trash included. Cozy, quiet NS, NP, WD, First, last, deposit, lease. Available/1, (970)846-8364 STEAMBOAT:1BD, 1BA Beautifully Furnished, Quiet, Wonderful Views, Fireplace, mountain, WD, Cable, Internet, Garage. $1350 Utilities Included, NS, Available 09/10. 970-879-1776 STEAMBOAT:2BD 1BA cozy, quiet, downtown. Great yard. WD, NP, NS. Lease, references First, Last, Security $1100 month + utilities. 970-879-9038

CLARK:2100 sqft. 3 beds, 2.5 baths, 2+ garage, skylights, deck, views of Zirkels. $1900 monthly. NS, Pets negotiable. 970-871-1810. OAK CREEK:2BR, 1BA house for rent. New remodel and sunny. $1,000 month includes water, sewer, trash and electric. Call 970-846-3824 STEAMBOAT:Great Location Downtown 3BD, 2BA, Large yard, 1 car garage, pet considered, $2075 Month. Call 846-5551 STEAMBOAT:Old Town Location: 2 bedrooms, 1-bathroom, unfurnished. Gas fireplace. WD. Large yard. Pets negotiable. $1,450 $1,350 per month. (970) 879-1982. STEAMBOAT:Cozy, quiet, private, affordable, unfurnished cottage. Conveniently located in the heart of Old Town, $800 +utilities, NS, Available now, 970-879-2140 CRAIG:3BD, 1.75BA, 1 car garage, covered deck with work shop. $1,050 monthly, plus $1,050 security deposit. Call 970-396-1924 CLARK:Horse Property! 3.88 acres, barn, X-fenced, 3 beds, 2 baths, garage, 15 minutes to town. $1800 monthly. NS. 970-871-1810 CRAIG:For rent or lease to buy, new home, 3 BDRM, 2 BA, 2 car garage on large lot, landscaped, 980 E 9th ST, $1,500 970-629-5427 STEAMBOAT:AFFORDABLE COUNTRY LIVING, 3bd, 2ba, White Cotton Area, on two acres, garage, storage, quiet setting, pets negot, $1950 mo, 970-376-5442 STEAMBOAT: 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath, Unfurnished, 2 car garage, on Mountain, WD, HT, Home Theater, Pets Negotiable. $2,600 SHM 879-1982

STEAMBOAT:6Bed 5Bath 4Level (hottub in masterbath) 2Person shower/ sauna. Large Gameroom 2Car HeatedGarage Nice Yard Low Utilities WD, Gas Fireplace Furnished! duplex $2800 monthly. 903-456-0164

STEAMBOAT:New 3bdm, 2.5ba; Between town and Mountain, 2 car garage, Great Views of Emerald, Mt Werner AND down valley, NS, Pets negotiable. $2,100 970-819-1890

HAYDEN:2BD Duplex, $650 monthly + utilities + deposit, NS, NP, Quiet neighborhood, Available Now. 970-879-1200

STAGECOACH:4BD, 3BA, LAKE VIEW! Hot tub, NS, WD, pet negotiable. No Move in FEES. 736-0031

STAGECOACH:5BD 2 BA, Oversized 2 Car Garage, Pets Negotiable, Available October 1st, First, last and deposit, $2000 per month. 970-736-8374

OAK CREEK:Very nice Duplex 2BR, 1BA, 1 car garage, patio. Sewer, Water, Trash included. 1st, last +deposit $850 month 970-736-8565

STEAMBOAT:Spacious 3BD, 2.5BA duplex downtown. 2-Car heated garage, NS, Pets Negotiable. $2000 month + utilities. 1st, deposit. Snow removal and garbage included. (970) 819-0944. Available 09/01.

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STEAMBOAT: New, fully furnished 3BD, 2.5BA home by the river. Garage, Gameroom, Community Center, Fireplace, Entran Heating, WD, Bus-Route. NS, NP. $1950 monthly +utilities. 714-475-8210 OAK CREEK: 3BD + den, 2BA, 2 car garage, walk to town and schools. $1200 month Call 970-276-3638 HAYDEN:Ranch House, 2 miles E Hayden, 3BD, 1BA Pet possible, NS, long term lease. $1350 month. Call 970-629-1977 OAK CREEK:3BD, 2BA $1100 month + utilities, NS, Pets ok. 1st , last & $500 deposit. Call Don 720-203-7916 HAYDEN: 3BD, 1BA $915 monthly plus utilities. 2-car garage. Pets considered. Available Now. (970)846-5551 STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA in town, garage, fenced yard, WD, dogs OK. Walk to town, HS, OTHS, $1,800 first, last, security. 970-367-5026 leave message. PHIPPSBURG:Spacious, recently remodeled 3bd, 2bth, wood floors, wood stove, WD, large yard and patio. No smoking or dogs. $1250 month plus electric. 1st, last, deposit. Extra large shop with studio and 3rd bath included for additional $500 month. Can be sublet. 970-871-1085 HAYDEN:3bd, 2 bath family home. Fenced yard with sprinkler system. Pets ok. $1,000 per month. Call Lucky Stars Property Management. (970)846-3805. Avail. 9/1 STEAMBOAT:Great downtown home, quiet neighborhood, 3BD, 2BA, newly remodeled, pets welcome. WD, NS, $1,650 monthly plus utilities and deposit. (970)846-4267

STEAMBOAT:Fish Creek Falls, 5bedr 5ba, 5,000 sqft. 2 year old family home in great neighborhood. Awesome views of Ski Mtn. Big yard. $3,000 www.73telemark.com 970-846-6186 HAYDEN:3bed, 2bath new home in family oriented neighborhood. 2car heated garage, large fenced backyard. Stainless steel appliances. Pets negotiable. $1600 970-367-6028 OAK CREEK:2BD, 1car detached garage, brand new interior remodel. Pets negotiable, $1,050 per month. 1st, Last, Deposit. 970-846-1558 STEAMBOAT:Newer 3BD, 2.5BA. Nice neighborhood with community center & guest rooms. Near mountain, bus, 1-car garage, WD, NS, NP. References required. $1650 + Utilities. 970-819-4905. HAYDEN: 3BD, 2BA. Home. Deposit, utilities, $1,000 monthly. Available September 1st. 970-276-3365 or 970-276-3185 CLARK:Newly Constructed Log Home in Willow Creek Pass, 5BD, 3BA, 2 car garage, NS, NP, $2500 + utilities. 1st, Last, Deposit. Available 08/15. 970-870-1494 STEAMBOAT:Strawberry Park 3BD, 2BA $2000 5BD, 3BA (includes 1BD APT) $2650, acreage, Horse, dog OK, downtown close. Paul 970-879-1086, 970-846-9783 STEAMBOAT:PETS OK! Beautifully restored cottage, 9th & Oak Street, downtown. 1BD, 1BA, WD, NS. $1,150 Available Now. 970-879-1453. STEAMBOAT:Great 4BD, 3BA Tree Haus home. Mountain views, hottub, 2-car garage, newly remodeled, dog okay, yard, NS, GFP. $2,500 970-819-1298

STEAMBOAT:Old Town studio loft, new construction, WD, NS, radiant heat, covered parking, pets negotiable, $950 + electric 303-638-5084

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STEAMBOAT:Executive rental at Angler’s Retreat. Premium 3 BD, 31/2 BA, 3,000 sq ft private home. Custom finishes, great for entertaining, built in 2005. $3,500 month, plus utilities, 6 mo min. Exterior HOA, Maintenance free. Unfurnished. 5 min. to Meadows Ski Lot. Call Karen, Coldwell Banker Silver Oak, 970-879-8814. OAK CREEK:Newly remodeled 1BR, 1BA. Great street, large fenced yard, storage /workshop. WD, NS, Pets Neg. $875+ utilities, deposit. 970-846-5667 STEAMBOAT:OLDTOWN 5BD, 2BA, beautiful views, big yard, Close to schools, NS. Refeences needed. $1800 plus utilities 867 Deerfoot Ave 719-661-1142

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STEAMBOAT:AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 2bd 1ba Whistler Unit. Recent partial renovation. Last, deposit only. Includes several utilities and amenities. $1150 month (970)596-9884

STEAMBOAT:1BD with private bath available in nice, clean 3BD condo on Mountain. Internet, and all utilities included. $700 monthly 970-846-7667

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

STAGECOACH: Furnished townhome, 3BD, 2BA, overlooking lake, cable incl. low deposit, $1300.00 month 970-217-5071

STEAMBOAT:Two furnished rooms available. $575 -$625 include utilities. WD, bus, hi speed internet. Month to month. No deposits. 871-7638, 870-1430.

STEAMBOAT:FURNISHED NICE 1BR, 1 BA WD, includes utilities, TV, 20 minutes to town. One person. NS, NP, $895. 970-870-6423

HAYDEN:Secluded country home, Beautiful Views. 2BD, 1BA, WD. Pets considered. $800 month includes water, $1,000 dep. References reqd. 970-276-3532.

MILNER: 2bd, 2ba. huge garage, 1st, last, deposit. $1000 monthly. Call Annette 970-846-3594 HAYDEN:Beautiful 3 bdrm, 2ba, wonderful fenced backyard, 2 car garage, washer and dryer included, $1,650 per month, call 970-846-3954 MILNER:Brand new, unfurnished, decks, W/D, woodstove, 2BD, 2.5BA $1200 Inc. utilities 4BD, 3.5BA $2000 plus utilities. Pets neg. 970-846-5730 STEAMBOAT:5BD, 3BA, bus route, On Golf Course, WD, NS, 2-car garage, pets considered. $1,950 + utilities. Great home. Call 970-846-5551 STEAMBOAT:Great Location Downtown 3BD, 2BA, Large yard, 1 car garage, pet considered, $2200 Month. Call 846-5551

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA newer-home. 2 car garage, spacious kitchen, FP, WD. Mountain, bus route, landscaped, Jacuzzi tub. $1950 month. 970-846-5004, 870-6410 HAYDEN:3br 2 bath 2000 sq ft. Sun room, gas heat, 1 car garage, landscaped. $1200 plus utilities. First, last, deposit. 1 year lease. NP. 970-736-2478 CRAIG:Newer, 3BD, 2BA, 20 acres, 2 and 1 car garages. Pole barn, cross fenced. Available Now! $1,650 monthly 970-824-3956, 303-589-4646 OAK CREEK:Great new home, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage. Granite countertops, central vacuum, fire place, slate floors. NS, pets negotiable. $1800.00 monthly + utilities Lease option available. Sierra View Oak Creek 970-846-3542 STAGECOACH:Beautiful log sided home in the aspens, deck with lake views, 4bd, 3bth, 2 living areas, open floor plan, garage, Possible lease/ purchase, $1,500 mo. 970-531-4512, visit www.mybrokers.com IDX #: 125315 HAYDEN:Downtown, 4BD, 2BA huge 1 car garage. Nice yard. Prime location. Flexible lease. Great Landlord. $1250 month 970-736-2315 CLARK:Log home, 2bd 2ba +loft, views, Hahn’s Peak Sand Mountain, woodstove, modern kitchen, furnished, $1750 +utilities, dog ok, neal 970-282-8283 STEAMBOAT:3bd 2ba home, Pets Negotiable, no smoking, on bus route. Residential or Commercial use. $2,000 OBO, VACANT, Ron 875-2914 CRAIG:Newly Remodeled 3Bedroom house w/ big garage. 1st, last, deposit, gas & electric, $1100 864 Rose St. 970-629-3114 CRAIG: 3bed, 1.5 ba, detached oversized 2 car garage, shop, large fenced yard, pet ok, month to month. 970-629-8223 STEAMBOAT:Never-lived-in, brand new home, 5 minutes from downtown. 4bd, 3.5ba, 2 car garage, views, decks, school bus route, nice yard, private. NP, NS. $2,995 month + utilities. Corey 970-846-3782 Email: bryna@organic-marketing.com. STEAMBOAT: Beautiful home on 49 acres. 3BD + caretaker. 20 minutes from downtown. NS. $2400 month. 970-879-8814 STEAMBOAT:2bd 1ba, large yard, pets ok, WD, $1200, First Last Security, 970-871-9531

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STEAMBOAT:PAY WHAT YOU WANT for this new 2BD, 2BA sunny end unit. Great location. WD, DW, NS, NP. 9 7 0 - 7 3 6 - 2 7 3 6 http://steamboatphotoday.com/rent/

STEAMBOAT: 3BD, 3BA, DOWNTOWN! Huge Loft, Free Bus, WD, Amazing Views Off Deck. NP. $1,595. Central Park Management 970-879-3294 or 303-929-8443 STEAMBOAT:Luxury Duplex, incredible views, 3 BD, 2.5 BA, leasing now with flexible terms, high end furnishings included, $2,500 monthly, 2 car garage, no smoking (303)904-2377

STEAMBOAT:Remodeled 1400sq.ft doublewide Willow Hill MH, Park, Oak Creek. Master and two smaller bedrooms, from $350mo. w/ utilities. 875-0700. ns. np

STEAMBOAT:1 room left! 4BD, 2BA. WD, DW, NP, walk to Gondola! $450 month. Josh at (970) 274-5043 STEAMBOAT:Roommate to sharte 2BD, 1BA House in Fairview. Great spot, yard, WD. Available Now. $500 month + utilities, Deposit. 970-846-4980 STEAMBOAT:Great Views for a roommate from private sunny deck. Quiet, second floor Apt, upper Copper Ridge Business Park. WD, NS, NP $500 + utilities. Better than living on the mountain. 970-819-8151

STEAMBOAT: Really 3000sqft of retail space $1500 month + NNN. 700 block of Lincoln, tenant parking lot, Fantastic location. 970-870-3473 STEAMBOAT:Prime retail 2400’ building with parking. 800 block Lincoln Ave. Sale or lease. Steve Hitchcock 846 5739 Prudential Steamboat Realty STEAMBOAT:Affordable retail or office space downtown Steamboat. Small units can combine into larger space. Industrial or commercial lots in Craig. Terms negotiable. 879-1521.

STEAMBOAT: RETAIL: Center of Downtown 1,200-3,500sqft Boutique Retail, Food Service Restaurant? Flexible Terms. OFFICE: Prestigious location center of Downtown 700-1400sqft, Tenant finish allowance, Call Jon W. Sanders, Ski Town Lifestyle Properties 970.870.0552

STEAMBOAT:Walk to Gondola /Bus 2 rooms in 4BD, 3BA great furnished home. WD,NS, pets negotiable. $550 -$650 + utilities. 846-6910

STEAMBOAT:2 Roommates needed to share 3+bdrm, 2bath home on golf course. Hot tub, fenced yard, garage. Available Now.$450.00+utilities. Nick 612-968-2010.

STEAMBOAT:Rockies -2B, 2B furnished all utility except pd except elect. Available Sept. NS, NP-lease neg. $610, plus dep 879-0045, 846-8175

STEAMBOAT:Large room, private bath in 2bed, 2.5bath Mountain townhome. Pool, HT, tennis, bus, bike path, AWESOME! $625, available 9-1. 970-846-4700.

STEAMBOAT: Copper Ridge Office / Storefront with storage for rent. Approx 2200 sqft or can be divided 303-350-9436

STEAMBOAT: Whistler Village 2 BD 1.5 BA, Large Deck, WD, Near Bus Route. NP. $950. Call Central Park Management 879-3294.

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

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 2BA, Indian Meadows, Pond, River, pets negotiable, $1700 monthly or lease with option to Buy. Utilities included. 970-846-5632

STEAMBOAT:Furnished room in 3BD 3BA house, private bath, $600 includes, utilities, cable, WD, deposit, no lease, West End Village 970-846-6429.

STEAMBOAT: BEAR RIVER CENTER- Beautiful 2nd floor space available immediately! Perfect for salon, spa, gallery, or office space 960SF. Call Central Park Management today for more information. 970-879-3294

STEAMBOAT:Newly remodeled Woodbridge townhome, 3 bdr 2.5 bth, 2 decks and a garage. WD, fully furnished, NS, NP, on bus route. available Augusy 1st. $1,600+ utilities, call 970-846-7695 STEAMBOAT:2 Bdrm, 1 Bath Whistler townhouse, WD + amenities, NS, NP, $950 mo 970-379-5804 kktschappat@yahoo.com

STEAMBOAT:Saddle Creek 2BD, 2BA +loft, fully furnished, bus route, WD, garage. $1750 month + gas & electric. NS, NP 970-879-9113

STEAMBOAT:Room available for clean, NS, and responsible person, $650 monthly + dep, includes everything, dog possible. 846-8610

STEAMBOAT:2Bed 1.5 bath Whistler Village. Remodeled with new kitchen, baths. Sunny deck, great location, on bus route. $1400 month. 846.9449

STEAMBOAT:New Furnished Townhome with Master Bedroom Overlooking Valley. Private Bath, WD, DW, WiFi. $750. Couples considered. Available Now! 970-846-0440

STEAMBOAT:Duplex,Old Fish Creek Falls Rd. Amazing views, quiet neighborhood, Remodeled! 3BD, 2BA, office, bus, FP, WD, NS, NP. $1600. 970-879-5862

STEAMBOAT:Downtown Furnished room in 3BD, 2BA house. NP, internet, available Sept. 1st $600 month. 970-581-9197, 970-402-0581

STEAMBOAT:3BD, 31/2BA, 2 car garage. Walk to gondola. Cable & water included. $2500 month. Long term, Call Barry 970-672-0421 http://rockies.craigslist.org/apa/1329241766.ht ml STEAMBOAT:3Bdrm, 2.5bath, garage, Mountain, Furnished, bus. Nice layout for roommates. Stainless appliances. WD, Views. NS, NP $1750 + security. 970.846.2298 STEAMBOAT:Mountain Vista 2BD, 2BA modern townhome, nice finishes, hardwood floors, garage, deck, patio, high ceilings, WD, FP. NP. $1295. Avail Now. Call Central Park Management 879-3294 STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1.5BA Whistler Townhome. WD, deck, pool, hot tub, NS, NP. $1100 month includes most utilities. 1st, last, security. 846-2451. STEAMBOAT:August FREE! Remodeled 2BR, 2BA Townhome, mountain views, large deck, FP, FREE cable, flexible lease, available now. $1,200 monthly. 970-819-5335 STEAMBOAT:Beautiful Newer: 2Masters, 2.5bath, decks, garage, fireplace, WD. Family neighborhood, rec area. River access, bus route. NS, NP. $1700. 970.846.5537 STEAMBOAT:2Bed, 1Bath Whistler Unit, Remodeled, furnished, WD, deck, hottub, pool, cable, bus. $950, References, 1st, last, security. NP, NS, Dave@970-846-3814 STEAMBOAT: Beautiful 4BD, 3.5BA, 1 car garage, between mountain and town, bus route, WD, NS, NP. $1900 monthly. 970-846-6423.

STEAMBOAT: 2BD, 2BA, Clean and bright Chinook THMS. Hardwoods & tile, on bus route. Available now, WD $1,200. 970-846-6435

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 suit. This is an excellent property with great neighbors. 970-879-6667

STEAMBOAT:Sunny 1BD, private bath, kitchenette, separate entrance. $595 per month. NS, pets okay. Between High School and Strawberry Park. 970-870-9504

STEAMBOAT:West Side, BRAND NEW Industria/ Commercial/ Flex Spaces. 1250 sq ft on up to 3750 sq ft. Will Tenant Finish. OH doors, HIGH PROFILE West SB location! Lets make a deal!! David Epstein 970-291-9555

STEAMBOAT:Between mountain and DT, 3BD house, fenced yard, great views, bus route, WD, $750 or $850, first, last and security, 720-810-0870

STEAMBOAT: Newly renovated office space, Great location, 200 SF, $265/mo includes utilities. Avail Now. Call Central Park Management at 970-879-3294.

STEAMBOAT:1 furnished bedroom, private bath on mountain. Available for responsible adult. WD, NS, NP, $600 monthly, half utilities, deposit. 970-879-4160

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STEAMBOAT:PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE Local design firm has studio desk space available for lease flexible configuration Call 970-875-0590 STEAMBOAT: Prime Downtown Location in Historic Professional Office Building! 1,050 sf first class finished space including 3 offices and 5 work stations located at 141 9th Street. Call Ryan at 970-819-2742 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 CRAIG:Office space for rent /lease 1100sqft, ALL utilities paid, heat, air, water, garbage. 506 Breeze St. 970-824-6097 leave message

STEAMBOAT:Sunny room, private bath, Stylish, clean, townhome, Quiet, private! Garage, WD, dishwasher, Fireplace, decks, NS, NP, $625 month includes cable, hi-speed internet, 970-846-2294

STEAMBOAT:Fox Creek Park. 1,140 square foot office space with three beautiful built in Knoll workstations, additional private office, conference room, kitchen and bathroom with shower. The conference room is equipped with a flat screen TV and high end electronics. Ample parking. Move in ready and below market price. Call Scott at 970.871.1556.

STEAMBOAT:WESTEND, Mature, responsible, adult to share 2 bd condo, NS, ND, WD, Balcony, $575 month + utilities. Avail. now. 871-6763

STEAMBOAT:Centrally located office space available with top quality finishes, kitchen and bathroom. 146-6,000SF starting at $375. 970.879.9133

STEAMBOAT:Price reduced for quick lease on professional offices in shared suite. Call for sizes and prices. 970-879-1402. STEAMBOAT:Fox Creek Park 1169 Hilltop Parkway New space. Approximately 250sq ft. Internet, voicemail included. 1yr lease $425.00 month. Please contact: 970-879-0734x306 heather@northwestdata.com 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

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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:Quaint, 306 Oak St, office space, available immediately, main floor approx 1000 sq ft, $21 per sq ft, NNN, 970-879-3202

STEAMBOAT: SPACIOUS EXECUTIVE OFFICE SPACE now available. 1200 sq. ft. Pine Grove area. EASY ACCESS, unlimited parking. Call Mark, 879-6519 STEAMBOAT:3bd 2ba home, Pets Negotiable, no smoking, on bus route. Residential or Commercial use. $2,000 OBO, VACANT, Ron 875-2914 STEAMBOAT: Single office rentals, $400 mo. inclusive, A+ Professional Office Building. Features: Reception, conference, windows & kitchen, MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839

STEAMBOAT:Live / Work in Upper Copper Ridge Business Park: Available Now 2BD, 2BA, end unit, second floor, with Master suite, south facing views, and decks, Warehouse includes 3/4BA, 3 phase power; $3000 month includes CAM, taxes. Possible split rental $1500 floor. Nicest units in Copper Ridge. Limited availability! 970-879-5815 or 970-846-2123

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CRAIG:Commercial building for lease 3200+ sq ft, totally remodeled, air conditioned, close to Murdochs, 2+acres. Suitable for Restaurant, Garage, Welding, Lumber yard etc. Please call 970-824-0099 970-826-4268

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STEAMBOAT:Nice 4BD, 2BA, on mountain, short walk to Ski time square, great deck, views. WD, gas heat. Quiet. $1800 monthly. Available 9/1. 970-846-0155 STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT! 10x10 $50 month, 10x15 $75 month and 10x20 $100 month. For Rent or Sale. 970-879-1065 STEAMBOAT:Mini storage units available immediately, 8x10 $80 month no long term contracts please call Black Diamond 970-879-5300

STEAMBOAT:FOUR STAR SHERATON PRIVATE, BI-LEVEL PENT HOUSE STYLE CONDOMINIUM. Recently Remodeled, Sleeps 6-7. Mini Home Away From Home! vrbo.com/1866 (970)870-9768

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Exceptional value at Fox Creek Park. Only one unit with road frontage. Inviting architecture, central location, parking. 1800SF. Financing Available. 970.879.9133 Prime retail 2400’ building with parking. 800 block Lincoln Ave. Sale or lease. Steve Hitchcock 846 5739 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Remodeled 2 Bedroom Unit at the Pines Was $355,000, Now $274,900! #124394 Over 20% of price reduction! This unit has just undergone an extensive remodel including new slate tile, hardwood floors, paint, appliances and countertops. This unit is sunny and brightwith a delightful patio opening up to the grassy courtyard. The Pines complex offers extremely low dues and is ideally located near shopping. Great value,won’t last long. Call Cheryl Foote at 9 7 0 - 8 4 6 - 6 4 4 4 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty GREAT PRICE & VALUE! DEER CREEK 1BD, GARAGE. COMPLETELY REMODELED! Walk to SKI, BUS, FP, WD, PETS. http://westslope.craigslist.org/reo/1321670 501.html $275,000 970-846-7275 Pocket Sized - But Practical! Offered at $123,000 #125819 Revamped with new wood flooring, appliances and electronics. Complete turn-key unit with steady rental income through VRBO. Convenient access, low HOA fee’s, on site laundry. Sunset views. Priced to move quickly! Call Karen Hughes at 970-846-4841 or 970-879-8100 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT:Lowest Priced 2bedroom 2bath in Steamboat!!! Great sunny private condo @ Shadow Run. Over $38,000 less than the average current complex listing!!! Priced at $219,900 with financing options. 970-846-6340 Affordable Walton Creek 2BD, 2BA. No Banks required, owner will finance, low down $! $249,000 Roy Powell 970-846-1661, RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT Storm Meadows Condo Offered at $465,000 #125408 Play on the mountain right from the building. Slopeside corner unit with views of the ski mountain and valley. Ski-in/out access, seasonal shuttle, year-round pool and hot tub. Never been rented, in good condition. Pets OK for owners. First rate amenities, easy to show. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at 970-846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty Shadow Run 2BD, 2BA $290,000. 5-percent down. Owner will Finance. 440-666-6008

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Meadowlark, 2BD +Loft, Top Floor, Corner. 2009 Remodel; Alder Cabinets, Granite, Travertine, Hardwood, Mounted HDTV, Sauna, $295k. Kevin Dyche 970-846-5632

POSSIBLY THE BEST: 2660 s.f. A+ office space. Lots of light and parking. Rent possible. For price: MOSER & ASSOC. 970-879-2839

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2 Businesses + land. 3 acres Industrial, Private, Future Development Potential, Residence and Office, Shop, Existing Self Storage. Possible Owner Financing. 970-879-5036

FSBO Corner Live /Work unit at River Front. Wonderful spot on river, largest deck with unobstructed views of the Mountain. 1294sqft warehouse with improvements, office loft and ADA handicap bathroom and 1011sqft 2bd, 2bath deluxe unit above. Extra windows on both floors. $485,000. Brokers Welcome, 24 hr notice required, 970-846-1760

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Splendid Sundance Creek Offered at $419,000 #126196 This 2 bedroom condominium in central Steamboat Springs is the perfect blend of convenience and charm. This ground floor, end-unit includes modern nuances like granite counters, stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, slate tile entry, tall ceilings, walk-in closets and lovely fixtures throughout. A 1-car garage, additional guest parking and common area hot tub add a load of value to this exceptional property. Call Cam Boyd at 970-879-8100 ext. 416 or 970-846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Fabulous FSBO 1900sqft 3BD, 2.5BA + family room, 4th BD, 1/2 duplex on mountain, 1 car garage, Completely remodeled. For more info log on to www.steamboatduplex.com or call 879-5833. Asking $589,900

Million Dollar Views! Offered at $369,000 #125897 Looking for that affordable house that has everything? Stop Looking because here it is. Enjoy spectacular views of the Zirkels from this 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home in North Routt. This home has had extensive upgrades throughout including a brand new kitchen. Store your cars, skis, snowmobiles, tools or whatever toys you may have in the oversized attached two car garage. Call Cheryl Foote at 970-846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Immaculate Hayden home with attention to detail. 3bed 2bath gorgeous landscaping, sunroom, office den and backyard patio retreat. $329,000. MLS#125811. Vonnie Frentress Colorado Group Realty 970-846-4372.

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Remodeled 1 bedroom Shadow Run 2nd Floor $220,000 970-846-1580 or 970-846-8294

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HAYDEN: 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

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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 OUTDOOR STORAGE - Lots for rent or buy in city limits. Availability for vehicles, equipment, materials & snow storage. 970-846-8796

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STEAMBOAT: THE VICTORIA 10th & Lincoln RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE FOR SALE OR LEASE Hal Unruh - Prudential Steamboat Realty 970-875-2413

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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

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STEAMBOAT:Shop space, dock height loading, bathroom, parking. 1542-3700SF. $8.60SF NNN. Also street front with 475SF furnished office. 970.879.9133

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Commercial Retail in Downtown Steamboat Offered at $899,000 #125768 Excellent commercial retail building in the center of downtown. Extensively remodeled exterior and interior. Used as art gallery for over 10 years. High traffic area would make a great showroom. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT: Office space singles to 5 room suites. Historic building 737 Lincoln and Mountain location. Private parking both locations. 970-870-3473

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STEAMBOAT: Historic Lorenz Building located on Lincoln Ave, 2 offices spaces w/ 325 SF each, private entrance, storage, parking, signage. Avail Now. Starting at $600 mo ALL INCLUSIVE! Call Central Park Management at 970-879-3294

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54 | Friday, August 21, 2009 Views, Views, Views! Offered at $3,595,000 #125698 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 new luxury home. Call for an appointment. Call Marc Small at (970)879-8100 or (970)846-8815 www.ForSaleSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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For the Discriminating Buyer Offered at $1,890,000 #125994 Wow! Brand New Construction at its finest. This 5 bedroom, 5 bath and two half bath duplex offers breathtaking views that will make it easy to call this home. There are five bedrooms, all suites, each having its own bathroom. The kitchen and dining area offers plenty of room for family, eating and entertaining. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with its Wolf range, Subzero refrigerator, dual dishwashers, double ovens and prep sink. The family room offers plenty of space to watch TV or play games. Call Cheryl Foote at 970-846-6444 www.SteamboatMountainProperties.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

Dazzling Splendor Within Dakota Ridge Offered at $2,450,000 #123441 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and almost 5,000 sq. ft. amongst more than 8 acres of quiet solace! With unencumbered views of the Steamboat Ski Area, enjoy cathedral ceilings, picture windows framing the view, grand spiraling staircase and a perfectly flowing floor plan. The kitchen will thrill you with top-end appliances, granite countertops and an abundance of maple cabinets. The property is capped with a small pond and open patio to soak in this dazzling Dakota Ridge location. Call Cam Boyd at 970-879-8100 ext. 416 or 970-846-8100www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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South Routt Charmer Remodeled home in Phippsburg 3BD, 1BA with detached 1 car garage.1200 sqft plus 300 sqft basement storage FSBO $218,000 970-736-8492

Motivated Seller! PRICE REDUCED!

Home for Sale in Steamboat II, In a great neighborhood, 3bd, 2ba, 2 car garage, wood stove, hot tub, storage sheds, FSBO, WAS $420,000, NOW $405,000 970-879-6579

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Overlook Drive Oasis Offered at $2,175,000 #125774 This 4 bedroom / 4 ½ bath home has panoramic views from the valley to downtown. The house overlooks the Rollingstone Golf Course 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. 3 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, 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

Gorgeous Game Trails Offered at $1,475,000 #125657 Breathtaking and panoramic views are what you will enjoy every day from this beautiful mountain contemporary home. 4000 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, plus loft, office/library, family room and bonus room. Impeccable quality on 35 acres only 4 miles from town. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at 970-846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

Back on the Market with a $20,000 price reduction! Offered at $759,000 #125547 Immaculate Single Family Home offering the ultimate location close to Whistler Park, minutes from the Ski Area, and easy access to the Core Trail. Interior offers a great open floor plan with vaulted T&G wood ceilings. Home is warm and charming with luxury appointments that include new appliances, hickory cabinetry, slate flooring, slate shower surrounds, and beautifully landscaped yard. Filled with brand new mountain furnishings and accessories. Offered turn-key. Truly a MUST SEE residence. Call Kim Kreissig at (970)870-7872 or (970)846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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Midnight Ranch Log Cabin Offered at $750,000 #123110 Enjoy this wonderful cabin in North Routt with National Forest access and overlooking a 10 acre lake! 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,000 sq ft and set on 35 acres of peaceful solitude north of Columbine. Enjoy quality finishes with a rustic feel including hardwood floors, stunning beams, exposed brick in the kitchen, vaulted ceilings and skylights. Call Cam Boyd at 970-879-8100 ext. 416 or 970-846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

4BD, 1.75BA, 2300sf, new appliances, new carpet, horse corral, Hay shed, good water, great views! Mid $200’s. See web site for full description: http://ricks-place-online.net or call 970-629-5397 Spectacular Views from this 2BD, 2BA home in Blacktail Estates. Completely remodeled, Energy Efficient home with 2 decks and a Covered porch. Priced Under recent appraisal at $589,995 FSBO 970-819-5632 Sensational Setting Nestled in the Aspens Offered at $1,299,000 #125387 View the night lights of Steamboat while unwinding in your hot tub. This 4 bedroom/5.5 bath home has gorgeous finishes and generous natural light. Private location with expansive remodel! This Colorado dream home can be yours for a reduced price of only $1,299,000. The location is magic! Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at 970-846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty SilverSpur, custom finishes and extras gallore. 4BD, 3.5BA, easy show any time, unbeatable price! $745,000 Roy Powell RE/MAX/STEAMBOAT (970)846-1661.

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Great Horse Property Offered at $475,000 #123700 Great horse property with Fish Creek running through it. Call Billie Vreeman at 970-620-0655 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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

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Economical, wonderful, in town; beautiful mature grounds; minute’s walk to river, downtown. 2bd, 2ba home plus detached guesthouse. MLS 124942.www.steamboathomeforsale.com. 970-734-7113.

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Local’s charming beautiful house on great lot. Fenced, washer /dryer, No dues. Zero down payment and $8,000 tax credit. Priced 25% below comparable homes at $147,500. Tour: www.propertypanorama.com/71672

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Corner lot, 2 car garage. Beautifully landscaped 3Bd, 2Ba, Yampa. Many new upgrades, roof. $239,500. Upper Yampa Realty 970-736-8454 www.UpperYampaRealty.com Luxury Home in the Sanctuary Offered at $3,979,000 #125699 This home overlooks the Rollingstone Ranch Golf Course with amazing views of the mountain and valley. This 5 bedroom/ 6 bath home backs up to 38 acres of green space. In addition, a 1 bedroom/ 1 bath caretakers unit completes this estate. 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 LOG HOME / CABIN Package - 1056 sq ft, full covered porch. Sale Price $41,900.00. Many other models available. 719-686-0404. www.highcountryloghomes.net.

Very nice 3bed 2bath home located on quiet back street in Hayden. $225,000. MLS#126342. Vonnie Frentress Colorado Group Realty 970-846-4372 Luxury Ski-in/Ski-out Offered at $2,300,000 #125786 Luxury slopeside residence in Premier location within the Antler @ Christie Base community. Highly desirable top floor unit commanding breathtaking unobstructed views of the ski area. This 4 bedroom, 4 bath residence is beautifully appointed and offers all the conveniences one needs to enjoy the ultimate family retreat. Tastefully furnished, turn-key and ready for your occupancy or high-end nightly rental. Call Kim Kreissig at 970-870-7872 or 970-846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty Chateau at Bear Creek Back on the Market! WOW! Was $1,100,000 NOW $899,000! #125702 Beautifully remodeled 5 bedroom, 3 1/2 bath townhome located on a pond and a short distance to the base of the ski area. Enjoy exceptional views of Mount Werner from your large wrap around deck. Like new with high-end finishes throughout including granite slab counters, stainless steel appliances, natural stone and travertine bathrooms, wet bar with wine fridge and copper sink... New carpet, paint... the works!! Southern exposure provides excellent light throughout the home. Beautifully landscaped yard with mature garden. Priced to sell!! Call Kim Kreissig at (970)870-7872 or (970)846-4250 Prudential Steamboat Realty

Stagecoach Lake House. 3BD, 2BA, garage. Yards from boat ramp, stainless appliances, granite, travertine, exceptional finishes! $389k. Kevin Dyche 970-846-5632

35 acres alfalfa producing acres with pond and sweeping Elk River Valley views. Perfect for horses or livestock. Private well is in. Electric, phone and road to lot. MLS#126307. $585,000. Vonnie Frentress Colorado Group Realty 970-846-4372.

Beautiful South Valley Home WAS $1,600,000...NOW $1,250,000! #124719 Just remodeled 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home on over 35 acres in the beautiful South Valley. Enjoy the expansive views as you sit in your hot tub, or entertain in the brand new kicthen and family area. Large outbuilding for all of the toys. Only 15 minutes from downtown Steamboat. Call Kathy or Erik Steinberg at 970-846-8418 steiny@cmn.net Prudential Steamboat Realty

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150 acres of western landscape with wide open and unobstructed views of the newly enlarged Elkhead Dam and Reservoir. Fenced and cross fenced pasture and hay ground with great year round access and RCR 78 frontage. Practically boatside! $349,000. MLS#126357. Vonnie Frentress Colorado Group Realty 970-846-4372.

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Dream Island 3BD, 1BA, completely remodeled, new cabinets, appliances, carpet, storm windows, roof, wood trim, 12x16’ storage shed. 37,500 Don Kotowski Rocky Mountain Real estate 846-8081 or 846-7522

Sat 3-5 Phoenix #207 $339,000 next to Pool! Two bedrooms with lock off! @ Apres Ski Way by La Montana. Sun 10-12 Rockies #2423 Bldg. D $175,000 HUGE one bdrm! Mt. Werner Circle/ Stmbt Blvd, Behind Porches. Molly Hibbard, Prudential Steamboat Realty 1-970-846-8536 www.steamboatliving.com

Craig, 99 Mobile home for sale. 3BD, 2BA new carpet, new paved parking, sod and deck. $100,000 (970)629-2380 Newly remodeled Spacious 3BD on 3 lots, Big fenced back yard with lots of shade, deck, shed. $32,000 970-734-4595, 970-879-9050 Hayden 2BR, 2BA with window air & small garage. Great condition, built in 2000. $48,900. Amy J. Williams at (970) 276-9101. Colorado Group Realty. New double wide modulars. $55,995 set and delivered. 303-828-0200

Townhome in Hayden. Offered at $165,000 #124225. No HOA Fees!!! 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms with big fenced in back yard for family dog, overzised 1-car garage. Great location! Call Billie Vreeman at (970)620-0655 Prudential Steamboat Realty Peaceful Sanctuary on gold coarse. Beautifully Remodeled 2+BD with designer finishing & furnishings throughout Must see to appreciate. 970-879-5011

Solitude on Buffalo Pass Offered at $995,000 #123359 Just 4 miles from downtown Steamboat you’ll find this 10-acre lot with drop dead views of the Flat Tops, South Valley and Strawberry Park. This hidden treasure borders hundreds of acres of National Forest. From here you’re within hiking distance to nearby recreation with deeded access to the Old Spring Creek Trail. This lot offers incredible privacy while living incredibly close to town. Call Cam Boyd at 970-879-8100 ext. 416 or 970-846-8100 www.SteamboatAgent.com Prudential Steamboat Realty Ready to build, 5.3 acre LPS lot with road in. Surrounded by 190 acres of preserved land. South Valley, Ag Status, water, good hay. Just off expanded HWY 131, elevated, private setting. Stunning Ski area views. FSBO $235,000. 970-819-5353

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Expansive Ski Area Views Offered at $595,000 #125398 Fantastic price for premier lot with jaw-dropping views of the Steamboat Ski Area and Flat Tops. Upscale neighborhood, expansive views and a flat building site with aspens and scrub oak. Build your luxury dream home on this perfect and private .68 acre lot. Best lot on the market at this price. Call Colleen de Jong at 970-846-5569 Colleen@PruSteamboat.com Prudential Steamboat Realty

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FSBO: 4BR, 2BA, Large Garage / Shop, 58 fenced Acres, Three Springs, One Pond. $525,000. Oak Creek. Call Arlan 970-846-3681

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Ready to build owner finance 40 acres E.N. Craig, 64x40 pole barn. Older motorhome, electricity, septic, water, phone, $190,000. $20,000 down, approx. $1,930 per month, 970-640-8723

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Cheapest lot in SS city limits, 1.89 acres, Zoned Residential, Subdivision Potential. JV-Subordinate-TradePrice Reduced $30,000. NOW $159,000, Ron Wendler CGR 875-2914

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Craig. Two five acre parcels 5 minutes from town. Excellent water. Well fees paid. Power to property. Terms. 65K each.970-629-8614

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Looking to trade my Denver apt building for Mountain Real Estate or Business. $1.675M value, $475k equity. 303-941-5444, Visit: www.trademybuilding.com

2 lots with permit ready plans for unique 4000sqft homes. Existing 3BD, 2BA house $995,000. Owner 619-977-6606

ACCUWEATHER 5-DAY FORECAST FOR STEAMBOAT SPRINGS ®

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Plenty of sunshine

46 RF: 95

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Partly sunny, a t-storm in the p.m.

An afternoon thunderstorm possible

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Grand Junction 95/63 Durango 90/51

Cheyenne 83/52

Denver 88/56 Colorado Springs 85/54 Pueblo 92/55

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Today: Plenty of sunshine. Highs 77 to 84. New Snow: (5,000 ft to 7,000 ft) 0" Tonight: Clear. Lows 44 to 46. New Snow: (5,000 ft to 7,000 ft) 0" Tomorrow: Partly sunny and very warm; an afternoon t-storm. Highs 76 to 86. New Snow: (5,000 ft to 7,000 ft) 0"

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STEAMBOAT:PRICE REDUCED! Own A Home, Federal Tax Credit $8,000. 2BD, 1.5BA, Whistler $247,900. Bill Pyle, Old Town Realty 970-846-7953

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MILNER:2BR offers affordable living with large kitchen, log accents, wood stove & storage space. $37,500. Joyce Hartless (970) 291-9289 Colorado Group Realty.

38 acres 6 miles NE of Craig. Views, Wildlife $100,700 OWC $5000 down 7% (970)629-9843 week days; (970)826-4721 evenings & weekends.

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4BD, 1BA, Fish Creek Park, Bike path, bus route, close to River. $58,000 OBO Call 970-819-5762, 970-819-2674 leave message.

Old Fish Creek Falls Townhome Offered at $419,000 #126060 3 bed, 2 bath + loft. Original developers unit, only 1 with 3 parking spaces. 300 sqft trex deck with garden area, new updates, dog friendly. Views, sunsets, fireworks, river and downtown! Low HOA’s. Call Karen Hughes at 970-846-4841 or 970-879-8100 Prudential Steamboat Realty

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STEAMBOAT:2BD, 1BA, yard. Furnished. Older but in good shape. $15,000 OBO 970-879-1192

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Area Flow Level Boulder Creek ..............68 ..........dead Clear Ck/Golden .........132 ..........dead S. Platte/Bailey ............147 ..........dead Lower Poudre ...............86 ..........dead

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Area Flow Level Brown's Canyon ..........423 ............low Gore Canyon..............1110 ........med. Yampa R./Steamboat ..117 ..........dead Green R./Green R......2690 ..........low

WEATHER TRIVIATM

Q: The 10 most deadly U.S. hurricanes occurred prior to what year?

A: 1958.

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