By Shannon Lukens.
The snow is so deep and high that it is burying electrical equipment and powerlines. Yampa Valley Electric asks to try not to pile snow under powerlines. Anything within ten feet of an electrical line can be deadly, and this includes snowplow drivers who are too close. Plus kids like to play in snowbanks that could be under electrical wires. Those wires might be sagging under heavy snow.
YVEA asks that snowmobilers are aware, especially up on Buffalo Pass. Power lines, transformer boxes, and electrical equipment could be hidden in the snow. If you see a downed power line, stay away from it and call 911 to report it. YVEA crews will be on their way.
WATCH FOR POWERLINES IN THE DEEP SNOW
It’s been cold, too. Tuesday morning, the U.S. National Weather Service out of Grand Junction recorded a low of -42F in Craig, -31 in Meeker, -22F in Hayden, and negative 22 in Steamboat Springs. That was yesterday.
U.S. Congressman Joe Neguse has sent a letter to the U.S. Postal Service District Manager for the Colorado-Wyoming District and to the Postmaster General in Washington DC. It’s about the problems in mountain town mail service, and the letter specifically talks about Steamboat Springs. Congressman Neguse said his office has received a “flood of complaints and urgent requests for help from the Steamboat Springs area, where many residents have gone for weeks without any mail.” He says post offices in mountain towns like Steamboat Springs are in urgent need of the agency’s focused and immediate attention.
CONGRESSMAN JOE NEGUSE CALLS FOR ACTION TO MAIL PROBLEMS IN STEAMBOAT SPRINGS
From the State Capitol, a bill has passed the house that will require insurance documents to be translated for any non-English speakers. Representative Elizabeth Velasco of Glenwood Springs is the sponsor. It passed the house by a 49 to 14 vote.
Eleven Routt County 4-H youth traveled to Denver this week for the 4-H Leadership Development Conference. They met with other 4-H members, including those from Grand and Jackson counties. The kids went to the State Capitol where the 4-H Proclamation was read in the House and Senate, and they got to meet with their local legislators. Tami Eggers is the 4-H & Youth Development Extension Agent. “A highlight of this trip was getting to meet with Representative Lukens and Senator Roberts at the Capitol.”
The lower trail to the bridge at Fish Creek Falls has been closed because of a small avalanche. The Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District says it was a small slide, but large enough to possibly bury someone. The heavy snowpack in the area could cause other avalanches. They aren’t sure when the trail will re-open. It depends on the conditions. Temporary trail closure signs are at the trailhead. For any questions, call the District Office in Steamboat Springs at 970-870-2299.
The State of the Community event is tonight, in the Pavilion at the Moffat County Fairgrounds.
Tickets go on sale today (Feb. 1) for the 17th Annual Taste of Chocolate. The big event in downtown Craig is Saturday, Feb. 11. Tickets are available at KS Kreations and Kitchen Ala More in downtown Craig. The $20 tickets go quickly! The event is hosted by the Downtown Business Association.
The Yampa Valley Kids childcare center in Craig is offering childcare on Valentine’s Day. They’re asking that you sign up by today to reserve a space. Services are available in the evening for $25 per child. The kids get a spaghetti dinner. Call or text Jori at 970-629-2339 before Feb. 1 to reserve a space.
The Haven Assisted Living is hosting Laps for Love this February, outside of the building at 300 South Shelton Lane in Hayden. Community members are invited to come out and enjoy the groomed track around The Haven. Snowshoe or cross country ski, and log your laps for your chance to win great local prizes. It is free to participate, but a $10 suggested donation to support The Haven is encouraged. Participants are also welcome to stop in for a cup of coffee or hot chocolate with the residents during daylight hours. Visit havenseniorliving.org/lapsforlove to sign up or donate. For more information call 970-871-7609.
Sheraton’s Steamboat Springs Resort Villas is hosting a career open house from 2:30-5:30 p.m. today. It’s at 2200 Village Inn Court in Steamboat. There’s a raffle for prizes and refreshments, and a $1,000 starting bonus for some of the positions, that also include benefits. RSVP through MVWCareers.com but walk-ins are also welcome. Walk-Ins Welcome – RSVP Today! https://mymvw.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MVW/job/MVO-SVC-Sheraton-Steamboat/Hospitality-Job-Fair-9-29_JR39173
The Steamboat Springs School District has some new bus routes. It mainly affects routes 7, 10, and 14, which is mostly Sleeping Giant students. Parents should have been notified by now if affected.
Check out upcoming events in the Yampa Valley on the Community Calendar on our website.
For the KRAI Time, Temp, and Weather Hotline, call 970-824-1918.