By Shannon Lukens.
UPDATE: Brian McCleary has turned himself in to the Routt County Jail at 9:07 a.m. Friday morning, Oct. 25.
The Routt County Sheriff’s Office is looking for 46-year-old Brian McCleary. He was allegedly involved in an altercation late Wednesday night that resulted in a Shelter in Place order near RCR 14 and 14B. That’s the road to Stagecoach. It happened during a traffic stop when a K9 gave an alert on the vehicle. The Sheriff’s Office says when they tried to stop the vehicle, McCleary rammed two of the Routt County Sheriff’s vehicles. He then fled on foot. Please reach out to the Sheriff’s Office if you have any information, at 970-879-1090.
More on the Story — Routt County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Brian McCleary
Voter Service and Polling Centers are open for the next two Saturdays. Here’s Moffat County Elections Coordinator Heidi Rogers.
“So here in Moffat County, we’ll be open two Saturdays. We’ll be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 26 and Nov. 2, so you can come in and vote early on those days.”
The Moffat County Polling Center is in the new courthouse. The Routt County Polling Center is at 6th and Oak.
More on the Story — Election Information 2024
The freshman class at SoRoCo High School in Oak Creek carried on a long tradition at the school Thursday. They climbed up the hill behind the high school and through the Oak Creek Cemetery, to the very large “S” on the side of the hill. It’s made with white rocks. The kids made sure it is lit up with solar lights, to go on each night.
“I’m Noah and we’re in the SoRoCo High School freshman Class of 2028. I’m Ellie. In 1961, the first graduating class made it a tradition to light the “S” for the tradition. I’m Addison and we’re so blessed to be here lighting the “S” and to continue the tradition.”
Video of the SoRoCo High School Class of 2028
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The Community Agriculture Alliance is now called Yampa Valley Foods. It celebrated its grand opening in its new location last night, at 35 11th Street in Steamboat Springs.
There’s so much happening this weekend.
Tonight and Saturday are the fall plays in Steamboat Springs. The high school presents The Phantom Tollbooth. The Middle School presents Beauty and the Beast.
More on the Story — SSHS Drama presents The Phantom Tollbooth
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The 6th annual art show “Tiny Art, Big Heart” is on display from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25 at the Yampa Building in Craig. The event is presented by the Northwest Colorado Arts Council.
The annual Ski and Sport Swap is Saturday, Oct. 26. It’s hosted by Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club and presented by F.M. Light & Sons. All are invited, It’s for used or new ski and snowboard equipment, outdoor gear, winter and outdoor clothing and more.
The Ski and Sport Swap is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Howelsen Hill, in Olympian Hall and on the back lawn. Early Bird Shopping is from 10-11 a.m. and that’s $15 per person. Tickets are at the door. Pick up consignment tags starting Oct. 24 at the Winter Sports Club office. They’re five tags for $1. Designated drop-off hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 25 in the Howelsen Hill parking lot.
Consignment tags (5 tags for $1) are available starting October 14 at the SSWSC office, open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Items for consignment must be sorted, tagged, and dropped off within the designated drop-off hours—October 24, noon- 6 p.m., or October 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Howelsen Hill Parking Lot. Consignees must pick up unsold consignment items between 3-4 p.m. on the day of the swap, October 26; anything not picked up at this time will be disposed of or donated. SSWSC retains 35% of each sale, and checks will be mailed a week after the sale. Proceeds benefit SSWSC athletes. SSWSC will provide a sales report of items sold at the end of the day or when picking up unsold items. SSWSC is still recruiting volunteers for the event. Check the SSWSC website, www.sswsc.org, for more information.
The Foundry Halloween 5K Run is in downtown Steamboat Springs, Saturday, Oct. 26. This is family-friendly. Dress up in costume and bring the kids and pets on a leash. You can run, race or walk. The 5K also benefits The Foundry and other nonprofits in Steamboat Springs. It starts at 9 a.m. Saturday at Soda Creek Elementary School.
Amaze’n Steamboat presents the HAUNTED MINE. The Family Friendly show is from 2-5 p.m., Saturday, October 26. It includes the Haunted Mine and Goblin Golf. (Goblin Golf is weather permitting). The “Scary” Haunted Mine is from 7-10 p.m. on that Saturday night, Oct. 26. Find out more at www.amazensteamboat.com. The address is 125 Anglers Drive. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Routt County Humane Society.
Hike or Treat at Yampa River and Elkhead Reservoir State Parks, 6185 Highway 40, just west of Hayden. This is the 7th year in a row that Yampa River State Park is hosting Hike or Treat. It is from 1-3 p.m. or until they run out of candy. It’s a 1.25 mile nature trap loop. Dress up in your best Halloween costume for some outdoor family fun. Please bring a donation of food or personal care items for LiftUp of Routt County. If you are interested in volunteering or donating candy for the event please contact us at (970) 276-2061 or stop by the Yampa River State Park Visitor Center at 6185 US Hwy 40 in Hayden.
A Halloween Carnival is from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at SoRoCo Elementary School. There will be games, a costume contest, dinner, prizes and more.
Queer Futures presents a Halloween party for kids ages 12 to 18. There will be food and sweets, Halloween crafts and a costume contest. It is from 7-10 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26 at 480 Rollingstone Drive in Steamboat Springs.
The Boys and Girls Club of Northwest Colorado is hosting a Halloween Party for High school kids on Saturday night. It starts at 7 p.m. at 8th and Pine.
The inaugural Halloween Ball is at the Center of Craig Saturday night, from 5-10 p.m. There’s costumes music, fun and food. It’s for those 21+. It’s presented by Open Heart Advocates and ACTSS (Advocates – Crisis, Trauma, and Survivor Services).
Steamboat Mountain School invites all pre-K through 4th graders to an afternoon at Excel Gymnastics from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday. It’s a free event. Parents must be present.
Colorado Mountain College is hosting Enchanted Castle from 3-5 p.m. Sunday in Hill Hall on the campus in Steamboat Springs. This is a free Halloween carnival with treats, prizes, and trick-or-treating for kids. Costumes are encouraged. Please bring a non-perishable item to donate to the Campus Food Pantry.
Trick or Treat so Others Can Eat starts at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 27. Volunteers will go door-to-door in the town of Yampa to gather non-perishable food items and self care donations to help stock the Yampa Food Pantry for the winter. Leave your bag at the door if you have a donation, and leave the light on so volunteers know to stop by. Donations can also be left at Yampa Town Hall from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays.
In sports…
The Moffat County Bulldogs are on the road tonight, with a 7 p.m. game against Delta.
The Soroco Rams are at home at 7 p.m. against Lake County.
The Hayden Tigers have a Saturday game tomorrow against Vail Christian, being played at Battle Mountain High School.
The Steamboat Sailors Soccer Team has a game on Saturday at home. Pre-game starts at 10:30 a.m. Listen and watch through SteamboatRadio.com
Then Saturday night, you can listen to the Colorado Buffaloes football game against the Cincinnati Bearcats on KTYV 105.7 Sports on FM. Pre-game starts at 8:15 p.m.
Then the Bronco game against the Carolina Panthers is on KRAI AM 55 Country starting at noon on Sunday.
Check out what’s happening in the Yampa Valley on the Community Calendar on our website.
For the KRAI Time, Temp, and Weather Hotline, call 970-824-1918.