MEEKER I The Meeker FFA chapter hosted the second annual “Mr. Meeker FFA Male Beauty Pageant” last Saturday at the Meeker School District Administration Building. Chapter President Caleb Dodds was chosen as this year’s “Mr. Meeker FFA” while chapter reporter Collin Cochran was chosen as “Mr. Congeniality.”
Month: November 2010
Obituary: Bobby E. Pilkington Dec. 27, 1937~Nov. 3, 2010
Bobby E. Pilkington Dec. 27, 1937~Nov. 3, 2010 Bobby (Bob) E. Pilkington passed away on Nov. 3, 2010, after a long, hard battle with lung disease. He was 72. Bob was born in Scottsbluff, Neb., on Dec. 27, 1937. He was the seventh of the eventual nine children of Jess[Read More…]
Obituary: Herbert J. Budge Nov. 20, 1947~Oct. 20, 2010
Herbert J. Budge Nov. 20, 1947~Oct. 20, 2010 Herbert J. Budge was born in Rifle on Nov. 20, 1947, to Claude J. and Ermina (Maybury) Burner and was later adopted by Norma and Harry Budge. Herb, 62, of Denver passed away Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010. He will sadly be missed[Read More…]
So long Rio Blanco County … the pleasure’s been all mine
Every week for the past two and a half years, I have written a column for the newspaper. This will be my last one. As a story on the front page of today’s Herald Times announced, Bobby Gutierrez will return as editor of the paper. I am leaving to take[Read More…]
Letter: CNCC Rodeo Club thanks sponsors
On behalf of the CNCC Rodeo Club, CNCC faculty, staff and administration, we would like to officially thank all of the volunteers, individuals, local businesses and sponsors who participated in September’s first annual Rangely Rock ’N Bull, bull-riding event. The event was a great success not only as a fundraiser[Read More…]
Letter: Meeker Elementary thanks volunteers
Meeker Elementary School would like to thank the many volunteers who have come to our school to teach us about healthy habits and safety. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated.
RBC Warranty Deeds
SEPTEMBER 2010 TRANSACTIONS Seller: Jim and Joyce McPhail Buyer: Horst Rick and Sandra J. Rick AB Living Trust Description: Subdivision: Curtis Creek Industrial Park Re-Subdiv 269778 Lot: 1B 385 Curtis Creek Drive North Transaction Price: $385,000
Rangely honors players at football awards banquet
RANGELY I Even though the Panthers didn’t win a game, they had some outstanding individual performances. Rangely finished the football season with an 0-9 record, but senior running back/linebacker Cole Barlow’s efforts were noticed by opposing Western Slope League coaches, who named him to the all-conference first team.
What is patriotism?
Patriotism comes in many different actions, feelings and opinions. When we are in elementary school we stand up for the pledge because it’s what our classmates are doing. We take our hats off in buildings because the teachers tell us to, but what is the true meaning of patriotism?
Letter: Crazy quilt proceeds go to animal shelter
After hundreds of hours of work, the crazy quilt was raffled at the Christmas Bazaar last Sunday. I just want to say thanks so much to all those in the community who helped by making the quilt squares. Here is a list of all the people who helped to make[Read More…]
Meeker Locals
We’re readying ourselves for the annual festival of abundance: Thanksgiving. And while we plan our menus around turkey and stuffing and corn and green bean casserole, a truly authentic Thanksgiving feast wouldn’t have had most of those items. Instead, they ate such delicacies as roasted eel. Try putting that out[Read More…]
Obituary: Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010
Josephine Katherine Clapper Feb. 10, 1922~Nov. 5, 2010 Josephine (Josie) Katherine Davis was born Feb. 10, 1922, to Gene and Helen Davis in Meeker. She left us on Nov. 5, 2010. Josie attended elementary school at the old Rock School on Strawberry Creek and high school in Meeker. She married[Read More…]
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The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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