Derek Maiolo
Summit Daily News
Steamboat Springs, CO, United States
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Mountain bikers dodge gunfire on Buffalo Pass in ‘harrowing’ encounter with men shooting guns
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Two mountain bikers became the unsuspecting victims of gunfire while riding Wednesday along a trail on Buffalo Pass outside of Steamboat Springs. It was just before 7:20 p.m. when Cole Sibelius and his... → Read More
Disappearing elk: Study links human development to worrying declines in herd populations
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — A recent study suggests that human development, from the growth of cities to new hiking trails, could be the leading cause of declining elk populations in parts of Colorado, including Routt County. That... → Read More
Moose calving season breeds need for more caution from humans
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — With moose calving season in full swings, wildlife officials are urging the public to give animals an even wider berth than their fellow humans. Moose already are among the most aggressive animals in... → Read More
Policing in a pandemic: Citations, arrests raise concern over COVID-19 public health orders
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Each morning, as Sgt. Rich Brown prepares for his shift at the Steamboat Springs Police Department, he follows a series of strict health protocols, the same ones that any other essential businesses must... → Read More
Ikon Pass early purchase period extended; renewal discounts doubled following shortened season due to COVID-19
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — As a way to brighten the outlook for skiers and riders, the deadline to purchase a reduced-price Ikon Pass has been extended, and renewal discounts have been doubled. The deadline to purchase an... → Read More
CPW announces expanded bear hunting, longer fishing license period
Fishing licenses for the 2020 season became available Saturday, Feb. 29, as did applications for big-game hunting, marking the start of a busy but prosperous time of year for Colorado Parks and Wildlife. This fishing... → Read More
Colorado US Senator Bennet calls for democratic reform at Steamboat town hall
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — During his first town hall in Steamboat Springs since he dropped out of the presidential race, U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet had some sobering remarks on the state of American politics. “It... → Read More
‘We have to fix it’
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — During his first town hall in Steamboat Springs since he dropped out of the presidential race, U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet had some sobering remarks on the → Read More
WATCH: World’s largest aerial firework launches in Steamboat Springs
Steamboat Springs has officially taken the throne as the site of the world’s largest aerial firework. Local pyrotechnic aficionado Tim Borden celebrated the successful launch of his almost 2,800 pound firework Saturday, Feb. 8, which... → Read More
Steamboat Springs launches world’s largest aerial firework
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Steamboat Springs has officially taken the throne as the site of the world’s largest aerial firework. Local pyrotechnic aficionado Tim Borden celebrated the successful launch of his almost 2,800 pound firework Saturday,... → Read More
Biggest in the world: Record-setting firework launch succeeds in Steamboat (with video)
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Steamboat Springs has officially taken the throne as the site of the world’s largest aerial firework. Local pyrotechnic aficionado Tim Borden celebrated the successful launch of his almost 2,800 pound firework Saturday,... → Read More
Biggest in the world: Record-setting firework launch succeeds in Steamboat (with video)
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Steamboat Springs has officially taken the throne as the site of the world’s largest aerial firework. Local pyrotechnic aficionado Tim Borden celebrated the successful launch of his almost 2,800 pound firework Saturday,... → Read More
Two arrested after more than $26K worth of heroin, cocaine found in drug raid of Steamboat home
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Law enforcement seized more than $26,000 worth of heroin, cocaine and drug paraphernalia Tuesday, Jan. 28, from a home near downtown Steamboat Springs during a drug raid. Two Steamboat residents were arrested in... → Read More
Man’s body found in overturned vehicle near Oak Creek
First responders found a man’s body inside an overturned vehicle at the bottom of a steep embankment off Colorado Highway 131 about 15 miles south of Steamboat Springs on Thursday afternoon. Authorities suspect the crash... → Read More
Out-of-state skier rescued from Steamboat Resort, reunited with family
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — A 58-year-old skier had to be rescued Thursday after he got lost outside Steamboat Resort. At 1:35 p.m., Routt County Search and Rescue volunteers responded to a report of a skier who had... → Read More
Out-of-state skier rescued after getting lost outside Steamboat Resort
A 58-year-old skier had to be rescued Thursday after he got lost outside Steamboat Resort. At 1:35 p.m., Routt County Search and Rescue volunteers responded to a report of a skier who had accidentally left... → Read More
Minnesota man dies in snowmobile incident on Buffalo Pass near Steamboat
A Minnesota man died Wednesday afternoon while snowmobiling with friends on Buffalo Pass northeast of Steamboat Springs. First responders received a call just before 1 p.m. about a snowmobile crash near Dry Lake Campground, according... → Read More
Snowstang to offer bus rides between Denver, Steamboat starting next weekend
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Snowstang, the Colorado Department of Transportation’s latest initiative to provide transportation to recreational areas and reduce traffic on weekends, is set to offer round-trip, weekend bus services between Denver and Steamboat Springs... → Read More
Steamboat Resort to open Nov. 15; earliest opening day in history
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Steamboat Resort will open on the earliest date in its history.The 2019-20 season will begin next Friday, Nov. 15, according to a news release from the → Read More
Steamboat Resort to open Nov. 15; earliest Opening Day in history
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS — Steamboat Resort will open on the earliest date in its history. The 2019-20 season will begin on Friday, Nov. 15, according to a news release from the ski area issued Thursday morning.... → Read More