By Shannon Lukens.
The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office has posted a message for members of the Shadow Mountain subdivision. They have footage of a man trying to get into cars in the area, late at night Friday. They ask that you keep your vehicles locked, don’t leave packages out overnight, and remove any valuables from your porch, yard, or vehicle. And please report any suspicious activity to the Moffat County Sheriff’s office. Contact Deputy Marchbanks at the MCSO non-emergency dispatch number 970-824-4495.
In Moffat County Saturday night, the Parade of Lights wound its way through downtown Craig with beautifully decorated floats playing holiday music from KRAI. This, right after the Festival of Trees at the Craig Chamber of Commerce Building. You can see the trees and vote on your favorite through Dec. 15.
Pictures are on the KRAI & 55 Country Facebook Page
Steamboat Springs celebrated its new Civic Plaza with Santa Claus and the Light up the Night celebration Friday, to kick off the holiday season. Families and friends filled the plaza next to the new fire station on 10th Street between Oak and Lincoln Ave., while enjoying cookies and cocoa and a visit from Santa. Here’s Steamboat’s Deputy City Manager Kelly Romero-Heaney.
“This was great. Finally, we get to use our brand new Civic Plaza as a gathering place for the Steamboat Springs community.”
Pictures are on the Steamboat Radio Facebook Page
Winter range closures begin today near Steamboat Springs, to reduce the stress on wildlife and protect natural resources. All areas south of the Ridge Trail on Emerald Mountain, including Beall and Kemry Draw are closed today through June 30, to protect the elk during winter and calving seasons. This is in conjunction with Colorado Parks and Wildlife lands to the east. The closure notice comes from the Little Snake Field Office with the Bureau of Land Management.
BLM — Emerald Mountain Special Recreation Management Area temporary closures
The Town of Yampa has a Community Giving Tree. Stop by Crossan’s at 101 Main Street and select an ornament with details on a gift purchase. Return the ornament with the unwrapped gift to Crossan’s by Dec. 22. If you know someone in need this holiday season, fill out a registration slip at Crossan’s. All ages are welcome. There is also a food drive going on for Christmas Meal Boxes. For questions, contact Amanda Laman at Yampa Town Hall. 970-638-4511 or email DeputyClerk@TownofYampa.com
Yampa Valley Adopt-A-Family is happening now for the holidays with donation days scheduled this month at the Steamboat Springs City Market (Dec. 5, 12, 19, and 20). Gift cards are being accepted. If you are a family in need, reach out to: yvadoptafamily@gmail.com or text 970-291-7012.
Yampa Valley Adopt-A-Family Facebook Page
The Winter Reading Program at the Moffat County Library branches in Craig, Maybell, and Dinosaur begins today. The theme is the famous Iditarod Sled Dog Race. All ages can register for free. Kids and teens can pick up racing logs at the library and can earn fun prizes. Adults are also eligible to win a gift basket for every book read. The Winter Reading Program runs through March 1. Stop by your local library branch or call 970.824.5116 for more information.
Blue Skies Nursing is hosting the Memory Café from 1-2:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, in the Community Room at the Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church, 736 Oak Street. Guests will enjoy singing classic carols, decorating cookies, sharing gifts, visiting with Santa, and tapping their toes to a cheerful piano party. It is free to attend. Please pre-register by emailing Shani@blueskiesnursing.com
The KRAI Holiday Drive is this Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Centennial Mall in Craig. Donations are being accepted for Christmas for Kids, the Interfaith Food Bank, new unwrapped gifts for seniors, Open Heart Advocates, and the Humane Society of Moffat County. Everything collected stays in the Moffat County community. We will see you this Friday!
All donations go to five Moffat County non-profits:
- Christmas for Kids: New unwrapped toys and bikes for kids: Remote control cars and trucks, Legos, baby dolls, baby toys, frozen toys, craft kits, sleds, Minecraft, art kits, basketballs, footballs, Nerf guns, toy tool sets, board games, Hot Wheels race tracks, bikes, sleds.
- New Unwrapped Gifts for Seniors: Gift cards to City Market and Walmart ($25 each), blankets, slippers, crosswords puzzle books, books (western, mystery, local history), twin comforters, soft big blankets, sweatpants and sweatshirts, pajamas, art supplies, knitting and crocheting supplies.
- Interfaith Food Bank: Non-perishable foods are needed PLEASE CHECK DATES. Examples: Breakfast cereals (like Corn Flakes or Raisin Bran), Pancake mix and syrup, jelly, canned soup, boxed mac and cheese, canned tuna, canned fruit (peaches or pears), canned vegetables, canned pork and beans, canned spaghetti sauces, spaghetti, saltine crackers, ramen noodles.
- Open Heart Advocates: Gift cards to City Market and Walmart (for food and necessities), Model Magic (individual packets), art supplies, travel-sized toiletries, Straight Talk Phones and Unlimited Prepaid Phone cards. Wish List from the Counseling Services office
- Humane Society of Moffat County: They are in need of cat and dog food. Please and thank you.
Check out what’s happening in the Yampa Valley on the Community Calendar on our website.
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