Moffat County executes recount for CD3 race this week

On Jan. 9, the Colorado legislature commenced, and we began our work serving our great state. The start of the legislative year provides a spirit of optimism, as we seek to bring solutions and ideas for the challenges and opportunities that our communities face. After speaking directly with many voters on the campaign trail and community leaders in recent weeks, I feel energized and hopeful about drafting and passing legislation that meets our region’s needs and makes Moffat County an even better place to live.

After reading the three page article, “Reinventing Craig” in the Grand Junction Sentinel and Craig Press, I feel compelled to make a suggestion. And while I commend the leaders of the Craig community for finally considering outdoor recreation as a viable economic endeavor as well as a tourist attraction, I would like to plant the seed regarding the “hottest” recreational demand in the state, country and world today — pickleball.

The regional bus line between Steamboat Springs and Craig saw more passengers in 2022 than ever before, surpassing the previous record in 2019 by about 23%. The increase amounts to 7,700 more trips on the regional bus over the previous high. While the regional line hasn’t reached its capacity, some riders have encountered buses that are full, prompting discussions about how to increase the number of seats available.

The Craig Housing Authority continues to move forward on a workforce housing development at the former hospital site on Russell Street, despite concerns from some council members about grant stipulations and potential long-term effects on the local housing market. The Craig Housing Authority held its first meeting on Tuesday, Jan....

On Tuesday, Jan. 24, Craig City Council approved a proposal for $41,200 for the design and creation of the new Economic Development website. Shannon Scott, the economic development manager for the city, said the Economic Development Advisory Committee issued a request for proposals in November to solicit vendors for the design and creation of a new website.

Sometimes care close to home is the best care. That’s what Tom Kleinschnitz learned when he had his knee replaced at Memorial Regional Hospital in Craig last year. When his knee was hurting in early 2022, the then-65-year-old made an appointment at Moffat County Employee Health and Wellness Center. An X-ray revealed bone-on-bone osteoarthritis. This means that the cartilage in Kleinschnitz’s knee joint had thinned to the point that the bones were starting to rub together.

Assisted by the Rout County Combined Emergency Response Team and local law enforcement, Moffat County’s All Crime Enforcement Team arrested three people this week after allegedly discovering dozens of suspected fentanyl pills while raiding an apartment in Craig. According to an arrest affidavit, officers applied for a search warrant...

The oldest members of the Moffat County wrestling team continue to push forward as they come into what will be the final month of their biggest season yet. The MCHS boys will host a triangular on Thursday, Jan. 26, between the Bulldogs, Hayden and Basalt, while the MoCo girls will square off in a dual with Basalt. The match will start at 5 p.m. and include a senior night ceremony highlighting the seniors who are a part of the boys program.

One of Craig’s most delicious yearly events is on the horizon. The 17th annual Taste of Chocolate will take place from 4-8 p.m. Feb. 11 in downtown Craig. A local favorite hosted by the Downtown Business Association, Taste of Chocolate lets area bakers show off their talents by setting up shop in businesses along Yampa Avenue.