By Shannon Lukens.
A 9th grader at Steamboat Springs High School died early Thursday, at the hospital. The school district is not providing any details on the death of Jacqueline Puentes Valdez. She’s known as Jackie. The school is offering grief counseling to those who may need it today.
Today is the last day of school for kids in the Steamboat Springs School District.
A woman walked into City Market and Walmart in Craig Saturday, and passed along some counterfeit money. Craig Police Officer Izauro Gonzalez has more on what bills were passed and how you can tell they’re fake.
Officer Gonzalez says the white female using the counterfeit money could be from the area, or just passing through, and heading on to other parts of Northwest Colorado, so be aware. Pictures are on our website. If you know who the person is, please contact Craig Police at 970-824-8111. Or submit a tip through www.CraigPolice.com
The rest stop on Hwy 40 between Hayden and Craig has opened up for the summer. C-DOT work crews have been busy cleaning it up and doing yard work to get it ready for summer visitors.
Yampa Valley Regional Airport in Hayden is adding two more de-icing pads for commercial aircraft. There will be four now, which reduces the delay during snowy weather.
The Routt County Humane Society is getting very low on wet dog food. That’s because they have 15 dogs at the shelter. Many are puppies or dogs from puppy mills. If you can donate some cans of dog food and take it to 760 Critter Court in Steamboat, they would appreciate it.
Warhorse Ranch has a few spots available for the Freedom Retreat, June 22-26. It is free and open to all Veterans, First Responders, Front Line Workers and anyone who has suffered trauma. If interested, reach out to Valery Lozano at Warhorse Ranch at Valery@warhorseranch.org
In events this weekend…
The Mom Swap for kids clothing and gear is tomorrow morning. Drop off things off today. It’s at the Steamboat Montessori School.
The 42nd annual Yampa River Festival starts today. The main event is at the C-Hole by the library in Steamboat Springs on Saturday. Stop by anytime to watch the river races, check out the gear demos and vendors. And bring your own cup as it is a “Zero Waste” event. A State of the Yampa presentation is from 4-6 p.m. Sunday in Library Hall. Also, volunteers are still needed, if you can help out.
The Steamboat Professional Firefighters Union is hosting a fundraiser for Muscular Dystrophy. It’s at Storm Peak Brewery starting at 5 p.m. tonight. It’s called “Fill the Pint.” There will be live music. The firefighters will be there as well, so you can learn more about Steamboat Springs Fire Rescue.
SATURDAY
The Howler Alpine Slide opens up for the season on Saturday in Steamboat. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. The Alpine Slide was closed last summer for the replacement of the new Barrows Chairlift at Howelsen Hill.
It’s Family Fun Day Saturday, hosted by Routt County Search & Rescue. Swing by Howelsen Hill Beach and Vanatta Field for family fun activities from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Classic Air Medical will be there, along with free hot dogs and beverages.
Saturday is the Beach Party Kickoff to summer for the Moffat County Library. The fun is from noon to 4 p.m. at the library in Craig. Then weekly adventures start and kids are invited. There’s a Lego Club, Music and Movement, and also Story time. Kids and adults can register for prizes as well.
Saturday is Bark in the Park in Craig, sponsored by the Humane Society of Moffat County. Bring your leashed pups to the City Dog Park on Jeffcoat Drive. There will be pet-friendly vendors, food trucks, dog races and a lot more. For more information, call 970-824-7235.
The Happy Paws Dog Club is hosting the 1st Annual 4H Dog Jackpot on Saturday. It’s open to all current 4H dog owners in Moffat, Routt, and Rio Blanco counties. It’s $10 to enter and then a 100% jackpot payout, distributed through 4H age groups. It’s Saturday, June 4, at the Moffat County Fairgrounds.
Contact: Shelly Pinnt at 970-761-3879 or Sara Burkett at 970-629-3767. Register here
SUNDAY
The Steamboat Marathon, Half-Marathon, and 10K is this Sunday. Look for road closures in the westbound lanes of Lincoln Avenue, from 5th to 11th Street in downtown Steamboat. Watch for runners on Elk River Road which is Routt County Road 129. It’s the 41st year for the Steamboat Marathon, the Half, and the 10K.
Howelsen Ice Arena opens back up for the summer on Sunday. That means summer hockey and curling leagues. There is a ribbon cutting for the new expansion at the rink on June 15. (5-7 p.m.)