Sunday, April 26, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Consensus-building efforts revealed: Brown Ranch was renamed the Slate Creek Neighborhood as local leaders continue work after the 2024 annexation defeat, but there has been no formal update on next steps -- learn where things stand.

Developers seek nine variances: This month, Steamboat Springs City Council voted 4-3 to send a development plan for 12th and Yampa back to the Planning Commission amid debate over building height and lot coverage -- get all the project details.

Community science tracks otters: Colorado Parks and Wildlife is asking residents to share river otter photos and locations. Surveys will run through 2026 on the Yampa and other rivers, marking 50 years since reintroduction -- see how you can help.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably overpaying (especially if you rack up fewer miles than you used to). It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching to a safe-driver-low-mileage plan with Lemonade could save you up to $1,000 over the next year without downgrading from full coverage. I drive a few times a week and went from paying hundreds to ~$60 a month for the exact same policy -- see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Soup weather, handled: Whether you're dodging mud season or just craving a midweek slurp, Noodles & More Saigon Café delivers big comfort with brothy pho, hearty noodle bowls and fresh rolls. It's a no-fuss spot locals hit when dinner needs to be tasty, satisfying, and faster than arguing about takeout.

Weeknight splurge, sorted: If your fridge is giving you side-eye, Café Diva is your permission slip. Hearty New American plates, some game for the adventurous and real-deal vegetarian options, all in a relaxed, elegant space that makes a regular weeknight feel like a small celebration.

Craving bold comfort: When your leftovers and snow shoveling energy need a boost, SAFFRON INDIAN RESTAURANT AND BAR delivers rich kormas, punchy vindaloos, silky biryanis, and legit tandoori, plus cocktails and Indian beers. Big local hangout vibes, roomy tables, and flavors that linger in the best way.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

🕯 Living Well, Dying Aware @ Bud Werner Memorial Library (Steamboat Springs) | Monday (4/27) at 5:30 PM – An in-person gathering for people who want to live fully, and meet the end with peace and awareness. Expect frank talk, practical wisdom, and plenty of compassion. Classic local move, pondering mortality, then grabbing coffee like nothing happened.

🎓 Aging Mastery Program @ Routt County Community Room (Steamboat Springs) | Wednesday (4/29) at 9:00 AM – Whether you call it getting older or leveling up, this program helps you build a playbook for thriving here, because winging it is for ski runs, not retirement. Expect expert locals, tips on sleep, exercise, finances, meds, and falls, plus new friends, accountability, and community.

🧘 Elemental Rhythm Breathwork @ TRIBE Steamboat (Steamboat Springs) | Thursday (4/30) at 5:30 PM – Trade happy hour chatter for conscious breathing with Danette at TRIBE Steamboat, a guided reset that melts stored tension, steadies the nerves, and clears mental clutter. Community-priced at $20, space is limited, so snag a spot before your shoulders climb back to your ears.

🎨 Bob Ross Paint & Sip @ Hayden Taphouse | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – Trade doomscrolling for happy little trees at Bob Ross paint and sip with Unglazed at Hayden Taphouse. They run a classic episode, guide you through mountain scenes, and supply everything while you grab drinks and Sage and Spirit eats. 12 spots, so act fast.

🧗 Friday Fun Day @ Steamboat Climbing Collective (Steamboat Springs) | Friday (5/1) at 10:30 AM – Fridays call for unleashing the kids on walls that are actually meant for climbing at Steamboat Climbing Collective. It is just $5 per kid, ages 1.5 to 17, so they burn energy, you sip coffee, and everyone naps later. Local parenting, optimized.

📍 San Leandro @ Schmiggity's (Steamboat Springs) | Friday (5/1) at 9:30 PM – Craving grooves with a side of introspection? Denver’s psych-funk project San Leandro brings 70s west coast R&B warmth, vintage keys, and live-band chemistry, landing somewhere between Neal Francis and Magic City Hippies. It is organic, melodic, deeply human, and yes, your knees can handle it.

🏇 Derby Day @ Cypress (Steamboat Springs) | Saturday (5/2) at 2:30 PM – Derby Day calls for big hats, sharper suits, and friendlier wagers, all to help bring a PET/CT scanner close to home. Polish the loafers, channel your Dapper Dan, hit the wine and whiskey pull and horse drawing, strut for prizes, with tickets and entries online.

This fully renovated 4-bed, 3.5-bath, 2,840-square-foot home in the Green Zone at The Landings sits a 600-yard walk from Steamboat Resort. Vaulted ceilings and a stone fireplace shape indoor-outdoor living. A sleek kitchen opens to a Brazilian hardwood deck. New roof with 20-year warranty, mini split AC, and HOA exterior maintenance mean easy lock and leave. Mostly furnished.