Archive for Monday, June 21, 2010

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Firefighters contain 2-acre brush fire in West Routt
Crews respond to blaze in Canyon Valley subdivision
02:32 p.m., June 21, 2010 Updated 10:36 p.m.
Firefighters from West Routt, Steamboat Springs and Oak Creek contained a 2- to 3-acre wildfire Monday in the Canyon Valley area near Mount Harris.
On the Record for June 21, 2010
June 21, 2010
On the Record for June 21, 2010
Large crowd turns out for annual Whittle the Wood festival in Craig
June 21, 2010
At 1 p.m. Saturday, nine chainsaws roared to life in unison. Nine woodcarvers danced around their stumps as wood chips flew like confetti from the contact point, where machine meets nature and art comes into existence — in under an hour. The quick carve competition, a new event at the 11th Annual Whittle the Wood Rendezvous, was like a concentrated version of the four-day festival at Craig City Park.
Datebook for June 21
June 21, 2010
10 to 11 a.m. National Arthritis Foundation swimming takes place at the American Legion Post 62 pool, 1055 Moffat County Road 7. Call 824-3625. Noon. Al-Anon, a group for friends and family members of alcoholics, meets at First Congregational Church, 630 Green St. Call Bob Woods at 824-6836. 1 to 8 p.m. The Craig Pool Complex is open for swimming. The cost is $4 for adults 18 and older; $3.25 for swimmers 12 to 17; $3 for swimmers 4 to 11; and swimmers 3 and under and 55 and older swim for free. Call the pool at 824-3015.
Craig Briefs: Meeting set for Special Olympics
June 21, 2010
A Special Olympics parent and coaches meeting is scheduled for 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Moffat County School District administration building, 775 Yampa Ave. The meeting is for anyone interested in having their child participate in the games, or for anyone interested in possibly coaching a team. For more information, call Cheryl Chase at 629-0469.
My Life, My Words: Wyatt Shroyer: Tires, oil and old cars
June 21, 2010
“I grew up here in Craig with my mom, my dad and my siblings. I went to Moffat County High School for my freshman year and then I attended the alternative high school, where I graduated this year. I might possibly go to tech school at Lincoln Tech, but I haven’t decided yet.
Show displays more than 160 vehicles in Craig
June 21, 2010
A car show is as much about those in attendance as the contestants and their cars, said Lane Laugesen, the best of show winner at Saturday’s 2010 Bear River Young Life & Colorado Cruisers Car & Motorcycle Show. As he packed up his 1938 Chevy Five-Window Coupe and shook the hand of the last admirer of his car, Laugesen, a New Castle resident, said he hoped that people were able to learn something about cars Saturday.
Sports spotlight: Dallas Harrington
June 21, 2010
Age: 16 Sport: Fishing How did you get your start in your sport? “I grew up doing it with my paren
Aging Well: Calendars highlight summer programs for older adults
June 21, 2010
Older adults in the Yampa Valley are fortunate to live in communities flush with summer programs to keep them busy and healthy. Between trips, ongoing exercise and wellness programs, lunches, crafts, continuing education and other opportunities, it can be a little tough to keep it all straight.
Business Beat: Plumbing and heating biz celebrates 86 years
June 21, 2010
Shepherd & Sons Plumbing and Heating in Craig is celebrating 86 years of business and will be hosting a public celebration from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday. The business will be offering free hamburgers, hot dogs and a drink. And, there will be a drawing for a free unit heater with installation.
Horoscope for June 21
June 21, 2010
CANCER (June 21-July 22) — Be careful about adopting a tendency to anticipate everything in a negative light. Yes, there are some things that won’t go quite right, but if you keep an optimistic view, few things will be downright bad.
Colorado State High School Rodeo finished Sunday in Craig
June 21, 2010
While Gunnison’s Tab Hildreth didn’t sweep his events, even he was impressed with his bounty at the end of the Colorado State High School Rodeo. The senior picked up four belt buckles, including the year-end all-around championship. “It was a pretty good weekend,” he said. “I won the three rounds of bronc riding.
Blue Oyster Cult draws biggest crowd in history to Whittle the Wood
June 21, 2010
Hands stretched into the air and catcalls rose from the crowd in front of the stage as a familiar riff drifted from the fingers of guitarist Buck Dharma. “Burnin’ for You,” which Blue Oyster Cult played near the top of their set Saturday at Craig City Park, got the entire crowd moving and shaking in the evening sun.
Prather’s Picks: “Goldie Socks and the Three Libearians” a new twist on an old tale
June 21, 2010
It’s always a treat to find the retelling of a classic fairy tale. This week’s picture book for children of all ages is an example. “Goldie Socks and the Three Libearians” was written by Jackie Mims Hopkins and illustrated by John Manders. As with the classic “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” the bears in this book live in the forest, but they aren’t just any ordinary bears. They love books.
Annie’s Mailbox: How can I get my wife to sign divorce papers
June 21, 2010
Dear Annie: My wife and I have been married 35 years. Before you applaud, let me explain that it has not been a good marriage. I was crazy about my wife. She was smoking hot and even today, in her 50s, is still quite attractive. But she was raised to believe that sex was dirty and sinful.

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