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November is a month to celebrate and bring awareness to the many amazing shelter animals in this country. Coming off the heels of October, which is Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month, November highlights the older shelter animal population with its designation as Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month. Also in November is Animal Shelter Appreciation Week – always the first full week of November – and … [Read more...] about Adopt-a-Senior Pet Month

Hayden Valley School District Utilizes Community to Address Funding & Staffing Shortfalls The Hayden Valley School District (HVSD) is finding unique and community-driven approaches to address funding shortfalls and staffing challenges. An active school board and administration, led by Superintendent Eric Owen, is not only proactively meeting those challenges but also … [Read more...] about ‘Carrying Passion’ – Hayden Valley School District

Bleak Funding Trends Won’t Stop the Steamboat Springs School District and Community From Providing Best Possible Education for Local Youth Despite growing populations and rapidly-expanding communities, schools throughout the state of Colorado are scrambling to find ways to generate the financial support necessary to provide adequate educational opportunities and programming … [Read more...] about Finding Creative Ways to Support Staff & Students

Written by Madeleine Mason Have you ever felt a presence in the room when you were alone? Or maybe you’ve had the feeling of being watched? Have you ever heard footsteps coming up the stairs or coming up behind you when you know you are the only one there? Perhaps you’ve caught a glimpse of something out of the corner of your eye, a wisp of a figure, a flicker of a light, … [Read more...] about Steamboat Ghost Stories

Written by Erin Campbell ​Full of tricks and treats, October is a month for spooky fun. And while most pets love treats, making sure they are canine or feline treats is especially important with Halloween right around the corner. In fact, Halloween can often be a stressful, toxic and dangerous time for pets, so keeping them safe and calm is key. Our friends at Paws N’ Claws … [Read more...] about Keeping your Pet Safe and Calm in a Trick-or-Treat Filled October

The Overlooked Link Between Mental Health and Dental Health In Steamboat Springs, the connection between mental health and dental care might not seem immediately obvious, but Dr. Jim McCreight of McCreight Progressive Dentistry is helping to shed light on just how intertwined they can be. As a local dentist with over 26 years of experience in the Yampa Valley, McCreight … [Read more...] about Behind the Smile

The California Coast Classic isn’t just the nation’s top fundraiser for the Arthritis Foundation—it’s an event I’ve been deeply connected to. From 2013 to 2022, I had the privilege of serving as the Tour Director. Initially, it was a great way to combine my love of event management with helping cyclists experience one of the most scenic routes in the U.S. Little did I know, … [Read more...] about California Coast Classic (Eli’s Version)

Over the last month, young people throughout the Yampa Valley have been getting back into the school routine as the lazy days of summer have yielded to a much busier time of year for both students and parents.  School staff have also been hard at work ensuring that students are supported in their studies. From teachers to principals, from coaches to paraprofessionals, … [Read more...] about Restorative, Proactive Approaches To Support Student Mental Health

Caring for seniors transcends humans; it also means caring for our furry elders too. If you have dogs throughout your lifespan, you will end up caring for a senior canine time and time again. While it is certainly not easy, it is a precious and wonderful gift to give to your furry friend, allowing them to age in comfort and with grace, right by your side. Having lost our … [Read more...] about Caring for our Furry Elders in Senior September

Reaching Everyone Preventing Suicide's Night of Hope and Healing Fundraiser on Sept. 28 Offers Opportunity For Yampa Valley To Celebrate, Grow Mental Health Support Network As the Yampa Valley enters the most beautiful season of the year, Steamboat Locals will be  focusing on a pressing topic; mental health.  September serves as National Suicide Prevention Month … [Read more...] about Suicide Awareness Month