By Shannon Lukens.
From the District Attorney’s office for the 14th Judicial District. Julius Dickert, 39, was sentenced Thursday to four years in the Colorado Department of Corrections after a sentencing hearing in Routt County District Court. The sentence was imposed after Dickert entered a guilty plea to Distribution of a Controlled Substance-Fentanyl, a class 2 drug felony, for acts that caused the death of Jacob Berman on June 4, 2024, in Steamboat Springs, CO. The investigation was led by Detectives Sam Silva and Christian Barnett of the Steamboat Springs Police Department and the prosecution of the case was handled by Chief Deputy District Attorney Joseph Bucci.
The 15th Annual Moffat County Balloon Festival is underway, at Loudy-Simpson Park in Craig. Launching is each morning through Sunday, weather permitting. Saturday has activities all day at the park with the MRH 5K Fun Run, Colorado Cruisers Car Show, Cardboard Boat Regatta, free Bingo, and live music all afternoon into the evening, followed by the Balloon Glow.
This year’s festival is dedicated to Tony St. John, who passed away last year and was a driving force behind the annual Moffat County Balloon Festival.
- More Information is at MCBalloonFestival.com
- Moffat County Balloon Festival Schedule
- More on the Story — Moffat County Balloon Festival returns Aug. 1-3
The Moffat County Fair is getting going. Today is the Cat Show at 2 p.m. A full schedule is on our website.
More on the Story — 2025 Moffat County Fair
A group of Colorado Northwestern Community College students are home after a study abroad trip to Egypt. These are students from Craig and Rangely.
The CNCC Study Abroad trip is to Ireland, Wales, and London in March next year.
More on the Story — A group of CNCC students traveled to Egypt for a Study Abroad Experience
CNCC is hosting an enrollment day on the Craig campus. It’s from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. today. Staff will be there to answer any questions and give tours of the Craig campus.
Today is the start of All Arts Week in Steamboat Springs with all kinds of activities including dancing, paintings, theater, poetry, galleries, storytelling and more, every day through Aug. 10. Find out the daily schedule at AllArtsWeek.com.
First Friday Artwalk is part of All Arts Week tonight, at art venues throughout downtown Steamboat Springs. That includes the newly renovated Veterans Center and also the Art Depot.
An Evening of Dance at Perry-Mansfield with the Pre-Professional Performance Intensive Dancers, is tonight and tomorrow. More information is at Perry-Mansfield.org/Events, or call 970-879-7125.
The Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo is tonight and tomorrow.
The Steamboat Springs Farmers Market is Saturday.
Veterans can get into Colorado state parks for free during the month of August. This is for all veterans, active-duty, military, and National Guard members. Free admission details.
Partners for Youth in Moffat County presents an End of Summer Splash Party. This is for students in Hayden and Moffat County. It’s at the Craig Pool. The party for middle schoolers is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1. The party for high schoolers is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2. Questions? Email: Mackenzie@partnersyouth.org
The 8th Annual Rummage Sale is Aug. 1-2, presented by the Routt County Council on Aging. Early shopping is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1 for $10. Saturday shopping is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a BBQ for lunch. Gently used items can be donated July 29-Aug. 1. It’s all at the Steamboat Springs Community Center. Questions? Call 970-879-0633. 8th Annual Rummage Sale
A Flea Market and Swap is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 2, at North Routt Community Charter School in Clark. This includes toys, clothes, books, sports gear, antiques, furniture, jewelry and anything else. Call North Routt Charter School to reserve a sale spot. Contact: Office@NorthRouttCharter.org or call 970-871-6062.
Kittens will be available for adoption at Steamboat Ace Hardware this Saturday afternoon. The Routt County Humane Society is hosting the adoption event from noon to 4 p.m. at Steamboat Ace. Kitten adoption fees are $115 and include spay/neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, and a microchip. For more information about the event or adoption process, visit www.routthumane.org or call RCHS at (970) 879-7247.
A screening of the movie, Holding Liat, is at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, at Wildhorse Cinemas. The movie tells the story of Liat Atzili, an Israeli woman taken captive during the Oct. 7 attacks in Israel, and then held in Gaza. The screening will be followed by a facilitated discussion. It’s presented by Har Mishpacha: The Jewish Congregation of Steamboat Springs, and STAND which is Steamboat Team to Disrupt Antisemitism and Discrimination.
Tickets are $18 in advance or $24 at the door. LINK for TICKETS
This event is open to all. For more information, contact Alexa Taylor at alexa@harmishpacha.org
Movies on the Mountain is this Saturday night in Steamboat Square at the base of Steamboat Resort. Bring a chair and enjoy this week’s movie under the stars. It’s all free and fun for the whole family.
- August 2 – The Parent Trap 8:30 p.m. movie start; 10:30 p.m. end
More on the Story — Movies on the Mountain at Steamboat Resort
The 2025 Emerald Mountain Epic is Aug. 2-3, on Emerald Mountain and Howelsen Hill. The event options include a 52-mile bike ride, and half and full marathon runs, and duo relays. The race attracts athletes from across the country. 100% of proceeds benefit local non-profits: Routt County Riders and Partners for Youth. Register at EmeraldMTNEpic.org
The City of Craig/Parks & Recreation Department is conducting a survey on a Craig Sports Center. Parks & Rec wants to hear from residents about the needs, values, and aspirations of the Craig community, so they can work on the development of the project. The survey takes about five minutes and is user-friendly, available in English and Spanish. Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit www.engage.craigsportscenter.com to share your feedback.
Registration for the fall Adult Hockey League in Steamboat Springs is open. Play begins Sept. 2. Register at SteamboatSprings.net/adulthockey
Check out what’s happening in the Yampa Valley on the Community Calendar on our website.
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