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Hello Routt County! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Colorado’s oldest ski area, Hollywood on ice, and Pi Day pie showdown + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.

📰 In the news

Small mountain, outsized impact: Steamboat’s Howelsen Hill, Colorado’s oldest continuously operating ski area, delivers hometown charm and affordability, with one-ride lift tickets for $14 and a legacy beloved by Olympians training on its slopes — see what sets it apart.

Annual community address preview: Steamboat Springs’ State of the City is tomorrow, March 5 at 6 p.m. at Citizens Hall, where city leaders will share updates on major projects, recent accomplishments, and what’s next — see when and where.

Affordable housing momentum builds: On Feb. 24, Yampa Valley Housing Authority’s Rick Peasley updated Steamboat Springs Council, highlighting The Cottonwoods at Mid Valley homeownership plans, more down-payment aid, and potential groundbreaking later this year — get all the project updates.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Join neighbors to discuss West Slope water
• Get affordable pet vaccines, microchips
• Learn to carve rubber stamps
• This top-tier home warranty is 50% off right now

🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+

Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance

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Tapas night, solved. Meatbar is a cozy Spanish-style taberna serving shareable tapas, jamón, and a reliable glass of wine for when you want fun, not fussy. Ideal for midweek catch-ups or date nights where you’d rather graze than commit to one entrée.

Weekend trail upgrade: If your gear’s feeling a bit last season, Ski Haus is the independent, locally owned year-round mountain shop for skis, boards, bikes, and camping essentials, plus a skilled tuning crew. Quality gear and service that know the Steamboat terrain keep you dialed for whatever the mountain throws your way.

Movie night, leveled up: Wildhorse Cinema + Arts is the midweek reset, with new releases, indie picks, classics, and occasional live performances in a community-forward space that feels local. It’s where scroll roulette ends and plans rarely get canceled.

Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🧘 Kids Yoga @ Old Town Hot Springs | Thursday (3/5) at 4:30 PM – If you need a post-school zen outlet for the wiggles, this is it. Kids 4–8 breathe, balance, and stretch with an educator while you hit BODYPUMP, lift, or soak in the hot springs. $100 for 12 sessions, $10 drop-in, register at oldtownhotsprings.org/kids-yoga.

🥧 Pi Day @ The Hayden Center | Saturday (3/14) at 4:30 PM – This Pi Day throwdown at The Hayden Center puts pie where your mouth is. Bake if you dare, or just come taste unlimited slices, vote like you’re on a cooking show, and stick around for Apple Pie Order, cash prizes, bragging rights, and the bar.

🖌 Stamp Workshop @ Howelsen Ice Arena | Wednesday (3/18) at 6:00 PM – 3rd to 8th graders can carve a rubber stamp, crank out bold prints, and inhale snacks, all under adult supervision and their own wild imagination. It’s upstairs at Howelsen Ice Arena, $30, and delightfully messy. Register ahead, send them in paint-friendly clothes, enjoy the quiet.

🍬 Sugar Britches @ Timber And Torch | Saturday (3/21) at 1:00 PM – Head up the mountain for Sugar Britches bringing a full band to Timber and Torch. Free show, good views, and enough twang to pair with your après appetite. Expect toe taps, a local crowd, and zero cover, which is my favorite number.

🎬 Movies: A Night In Hollywood @ Howelsen Ice Arena | Friday (3/27) at 5:00 PM – Skip the multiplex and catch Hollywood on ice as 40 local skaters, ages 6 to 18, bring beloved movie moments to life. Some are tuning up for the 2026 National Showcase, so enjoy the bragging rights, the spins, and none of the sticky theater floors.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Thinning hair? Don’t wait – here are 3 treatments that work
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account
• Treat yourself: Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

📻 Routt County report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 51°F – Low: 27°F – Precip: 3%

Areas of fog before 9am. Sunny, with a high near 51. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 27. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 52°F – Low: 26°F – Precip: 52%

A chance of rain and snow showers after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 52. South wind 0 to 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: Rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 26. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

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Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

This house is wild

This 3,115-square-foot townhome on a quiet cul-de-sac pairs privacy with quick access to Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club and Steamboat Ski Resort. Soaring ceilings, a wall of windows, and a stone fireplace set the mountain mood. Two decks capture sunset and mountain views. A chef’s kitchen, media room with wet bar, dry sauna, and oversized garage complete the retreat.

Take a peek inside →