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Hunting season housing needed

Craig — The Craig Chamber of Commerce is creating an inventory of apartments, cabins, rooms and places to park campers and RVs (with or without hook-ups) for the upcoming big game hunting seasons, the organization reported in a news release Monday.

"We anticipate that the demand for temporary housing will outstrip the capacity of local commercial housing providers," the Chamber said in the release. "Several residents rent spare bedrooms, guest homes and cabins for extra income during hunting season. No amenities are needed. Most visitors are looking only for a place to sleep."

Those who are interested in assisting should contact the Chamber at 824-5689, (800) 864-4405 or e-mail info@craig-chamber.com. Anyone interested may also contact Sportsman Information Officer Terry Carwile at 824-3046 or e-mail sportsman-info@craig-chamber.com.

Chief Fire containment anticipated by today

The Chief Fire, about 15 miles southwest of Craig, kicked up Tuesday afternoon as a holdover from previous thunderstorms. Smoke was visible to surrounding areas from the 358-acre fire in the Duffy Mountain area on Bureau of Land Management public land.

Responding resources were two BLM engines, one Moffat County Sheriff's Department engine, Craig Hot Shots, one single-engine air tanker and one helicopter out of Rifle.

Pushed by light winds, the fire spread quickly through the grass and sagebrush. Full containment was expected by Wednesday night, the Northwest Colorado Fire Management Unit reported in a news release.

There were also three fires Tuesday west of Maybell in Browns Park and near Dinosaur National Monument.

The Hughes Fire, on BLM public land, was four acres located just south of Highway 318 in Douglas Draw burning pinion and juniper trees. The two other incidents were less than one-tenth of an acre and are contained. BLM, Dinosaur National Monument and Browns Park Refuge fire personnel worked those fires.

No structures or improvements are threatened by any of the fires.

Anticipated weather for the rest of this week is a return to warm and dry conditions. Temperatures in the upper 80s to mid 90s are expected. Effects from recent moisture will dissipate quickly with fuels being readily receptive to fire ignition. People are asked to be cautious when using fire outdoors.

Dial 911 to report a fire.

Include your location and contact information, location of fire, approximate size, type of smoke (black, white, etc.), what is burning and closest landmark or road.

Housing voucher applications available

Housing voucher applications for Moffat and Rio Blanco county residents will be available at Independent Life Center, 483 Yampa Ave., in Craig Aug. 4 to 8. Completed applications will be put on a waiting list in the order they are received. Only completed applications will be accepted.

Applications may be mailed to P.O. Box 612, Craig 81626, attention Marlena, faxed to (970) 826-0833 or hand-delivered to the ILC.

For more information, call Marlena or Evelyn at 826-0833.

Chamber seeking board candidates

The Craig Chamber of Commerce is seeking candidates for a 2009-11 term on the Chamber's board of directors. Four seats are available. The Chamber's bylaws require that a minimum of two Chamber members serve on a nominating committee for these positions.

Anyone who is interested in serving as a Chamber board member or on the nominating committee, or would like more information about these positions, should call Christina Currie at 824-5689.

Donations to aid local resident with cancer

Donations for longtime Hayden/Craig resident Kimble Frentress will be accepted at any First National Bank of the Rockies. Proceeds will be used to help with ongoing cancer treatment and travel expenses. For more information, call the bank at 824-6533 or Dollie Frentress at 629-1350.