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02/11/2024

One last time for today, this is Nicole with tonight's Top-of-The hour recipe (no peeking!) LOL.

Orange Dreamsicle Salad

Ingredients
1 box orange Jell-o (sometimes I switch this up and go with another fruity flavor like lemon or cherry)
1 box instant vanilla pudding
1 Cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1 8oz tub of cool whip
1 14oz can mandarin oranges (drained)
1 cup mini marshmallows (I like to use the fruity ones)

Directions
In a large bowl, combine your orange Jell-o and boiling water. Whisk until the Jell-o has dissolved, then add the cold water. Once mixed, place that in the fridge for about 15 minutes. Then slowly whisk in the vanilla pudding mix and stir until smooth. Set that bowl back in to the fridge for about 15-20 minutes and then fold in your cool whip, mandarin oranges, and marshmallows.

A delightful little easy dessert for those with a sweet tooth out there! Let us know if you made this, what combos you used, and how it turned out!

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02/11/2024

Here's another Top-of-The hour recipe:
Savory One-Pan Creamy Chicken Parmesan Pasta

Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon minced garlic, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
3 cups chicken broth (I like to use bone broth)
1 ½ cups crushed tomatoes
8 ounces penne
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Directions
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large broiler-safe skillet over medium-high. Add panko and 1 teaspoon garlic. Cook 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken, Italian seasoning, salt, and 1 tablespoon garlic. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside. Add broth, tomatoes, and penne. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, stirring frequently, until the penne is cooked and the sauce has reduced and thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Place an oven rack in the top of the oven and preheat broiler to high. When penne is cooked to al dente, sprinkle mozzarella oer the mix and place the pan under the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Then remove and top with fresh basil.

this one is a crowd pleaser for sure! For a little extra kick I add 1/4tsp cajun seasoning!

Let us know if you've tried it and what you thought. Feel free to share any tips or additions you made and how it went!

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02/11/2024

Nicole here with our top-of-the hour recipe from a couple weeks ago (sorry!); Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies

Ingredients
2 Cups baby potatoes (washed and dried)
1 1/2 Cup broccoli florets
2 medium bell peppers (any color, cut into 1in pieces)
2 Cups cherry tomatoes
1LB smoked sausage (sliced to 1/4 in pieces - I use Kielbasa)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp Garlic Powder
Salt & Pepper to taste
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated) for topping.

Directions
Preheat oven to 400f. Line large baking sheet with parchment. Place sausage and all veggies EXCEPT tomatoes on baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil then add garlic, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper. Stir ingredients to evenly coat. Bake for 15 minutes, remove baking sheet, add tomatoes and stir to coat again. Return baking sheet to the oven to bake for another 20 minutes. Remove and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

There you have an easy sheet pan dinner!
Let us know if you tried it and what you thought or if you have any suggestions or tips to try!

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28/10/2024

Little or no accumulation for Craig with the storm but Rabbit Ears pass is gonna get some snow.

04/10/2024

Hey friends, it's Nicole with last week's top-of-the-hour recipe!

Chicken and White Bean Soup

Ingredients
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
2 leeks (white and light green parts cut into 1/4 in slices)
1 Tbsp chopped fresh sage
2 x 14oz cans of reduced-sodium chicken broth (I use bone broth)
2 Cups water
1 x 15oz can of cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
1 approximately 2lb roasted chicken shredded (if you're short on time or just lazy like I am, you can get pre-shredded roast chicken at the city market deli)

Instructions
Heat oil in a dutch oven over medium-high heat. add leeks and cook until soft, stir in sage, then the broth and water. Increase heat to high, cover, and bring to a boil. Add beans and chicken. Lower heat and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally until heated through.

There you have a savory soup for the colder nights ahead! Let us know if you try it and if you would do anything different!

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03/10/2024

Driving across the Rockies in the fall, so beautiful!

21/09/2024

We’re at Fall Fest! Come downtown and grab a sticker!

21/09/2024

Hey neighbors! Nicole here with our top of the hour recipe from tonight!

Super Simple Egg Bites

Ingredients
18 eggs
1 Cup cottage cheese (full fat)
1 Cup your favorite shredded cheese (I like Gruyere)
whatever you want (finely chopped bell peppers, chives, I use fully cooked and crumbled bacon ... etc)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions
Pre-heat your oven to 350F. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and fluffy. Grease your muffin pan, distribute mix evenly (can make up to 20 egg bites depending on pan and size). Bake at 350 for 30 minutes (egg bites should be firm, but not runny). Enjoy!

Let us know if you've tried this and what combinations of ingredients you used!

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18/09/2024

Thunder 89.7 will go off the air for a bit this afternoon as we upgrade our antenna system so we can put out more power and improve our signal within buildings.

09/09/2024

Tomorrow!

Colorado Department of Transportation will host an open house from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10 at Center of Craig, 601 Yampa Ave. The gathering is intended to get community engagement and answer questions regarding CDOT’s...

07/09/2024

Hey neighbors, it's Nicole here with last week's top-of-the-hour recipe! Be sure to listen for today's recipe and as always - let us know if you tried the recipes and how you liked them or if you have any tips!

Salsbury Steak Meatballs with Mushroom Gravy

Ingredients
(for the meatballs)
1Lb ground beef
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/2 an onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt & pepper to taste
(For the gravy)
2 Tbsp olive oil
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
2 cups beef broth (I use bone broth)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water

Directions
In a large bowl combine the meatball ingredients and mix well. Then form into 1-inch meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat, brown meatballs on all sides then remove and set them aside. In the same pan, cook mushrooms until browned and sprinkle flour over them. Stirring constantly, gradually stir in beef broth and water. Bring to a simmer then return the meatballs to the pan. Cover for 10-15 minutes and serve over your choice of rice, noodles, or mashed potates.

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25/08/2024

Hey friends, it's Nicole with Friday's top-of-the-hour recipe. This week we did Crockpot Beef Tips and Noodles.

Ingredients
1lb stew meat, 1 packet Lipton onion soup mix, 1 packet brown gravy mix, 1 can of cream of mushroom soup (save the empty can), 1 small can of mushrooms, 1 can full of beef broth (this is where you use the empty cream of mushroom can), and a pack of egg noodles.

Directions
Put all ingredients EXCEPT noodles into the crock pot and mix until well combined. Cook on low for 8 hours. Once it's time to serve, cook the noodles according to the package and incorporate them into the crockpot. Serve hot.

If you have variations of this recipe or if you try it yourself, let us know what you think!

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23/08/2024

10 more houses needed. Q & A event this evening from 6-8pm at Yampa Brewery.

17/08/2024

Nicole here with your top-of-the-hour recipe for today!
Pumpkin Fluff
Ingredients
1 (15oz) can pumpkin puree
1 (3.4oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8oz) container whipped topping
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp vanilla extract
(optional) 1 Cup mini-marshmallows
Graham crackers, gingersnap cookies, or fruit to serve with

Instructions
In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, vanilla pudding mix, vanilla extract, and spices. Stir until incorporated. Then fold in the whipped topping until well combined, if you wanted mini-marshmallows you would add them at this step. Once combined, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Then serve with your choice of dipping treat!

We would love to know if you've tried it, what you thought, and if you have any tips or tricks!

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16/08/2024

16/08/2024

Town of Hayden Election
🗓 November 5, 2024

Five Council Seats and the Mayor are Up for Election!

Candidates have until August 26th, 2024 to submit petitions in order to be on the November 5, 2024 ballot. To secure a place on the ballot, a council candidate needs 25 signatures of registered Hayden voters; the Mayoral candidates need 30 signatures. Petitions may be picked up at Hayden Town Hall during operating hours or they can contact the Town Clerk via phone or email for more information.

Barbara Binetti, Town Clerk:
[email protected] | 970-276-3741
P.O. Box 190, 178 West Jefferson, Hayden, CO 81639

14/08/2024

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management is starting a bait-trap removal operation for wild horses in Sand Wash Basin this week. The roundup will take up to 60 horses with plans to remove 45 of...

10/08/2024

Nicole here with your Top of the Hour Recipe!

Back to School Trail Mix
(be sure to include the kiddos and some of you and your kid's favorite dry treats!)
Ingredients
1 box of plain M&Ms
1 Cup raisins
2 Cups cheerios
2 Cups broken pretzels
2 Cups mini marshmallows (sometimes we use the fruity kind)
2 Cups Goldfish Crackers
(optional) beef jerky (cut up into small bits) add to taste

Directions
Mix all ingredients together in a big bowl. Scoop into snack-sized plastic baggies and store them somewhere cool and dark until ready to use. (for the older boys we use takis instead of the pretzels sometimes or we will add in chili lime peanuts or cashews) Make it uniquely yours :D

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10/08/2024

Hey neighbors! Have you participated in 4-H in the past? What were your projects? We'd love to hear about them! (Nicole here, I was part of FFA for a while, but didn't get to do 4-H).

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08/08/2024

BLM fire resources along with the Moffat County Sheriff’s Office Wildfire Crews, Moffat County Road and Bridge, Craig Fire, Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) and aircraft are actively fighting a wildland fire that started yesterday afternoon in in the area of Moffat County Roads 90 and 174.

The burn area is estimated at about 400 acres and the cause is undetermined at this time. No structures are currently threatened by the fire.