David C. Miller July 29, 1930~Dec. 7, 2016 On Dec. 7, 2016, our sweet husband and Pops passed away from complications due to pneumonia, surrounded by family and friends. David C. Miller was 86 years young and resided in Rangely, Colo., with his bride of 60 years. David was born[Read More…]
Month: December 2016
Guest Editorial: Americans are right to worry about insurance
By Larry Hausner Special to the Herald Times RBC | Of all their concerns about healthcare, Americans are most worried about whether they can afford their insurance. That’s the key finding from a new Morning Consult survey of more than 20,000 people. It’s easy to see why Americans are so[Read More…]
Letter: Walter finishes first triathlon
Dear Editor: I recently completed my first full distance triathlon on Dec. 3, 2016, in Palm Springs, Calif. The full distance triathlon, more commonly referred to as an Ironman, consists of swimming 2.4 miles, biking 112 miles, running a marathon, which is 26.2 miles for a total of 140.6 miles.[Read More…]
Meeker Education benefit Jan. 29
MEEKER | On Jan. 29, 2017, (the Sunday before the Super Bowl), the Meeker Education Foundation will hold its third annual benefit dinner and auction. The evening’s proceeds will help fund the foundation’s grant award program for the coming school year which provides staff/student grant awards for academic/activity enrichment opportunities[Read More…]
Shelby Burke to graduate
MEEKER | Shelby Burke of Meeker is a candidate to graduate with a bachelor of arts degree during Chadron State College’s winter commencement on Dec. 16. More than 140 candidates are scheduled to receive their undergraduate degrees in the Chicoine Center at 4 p.m. Bruce Hoem, a professor in the[Read More…]
Broadband celebration Jan. 3
MEEKER | Rio Blanco County is proud to be the first county in Colorado to provide Google standard service to its residents. Join county officials Jan. 3 at 1 p.m. at the Fairfield Center in Meeker to celebrate RBC’s successful broadband initiative rollout. RSVP to Keely Winger at [email protected] or[Read More…]
Obituary: Marjorie Mae Shrode
Marjorie Mae Shrode March 20, 1936~Dec. 7, 2016 Margie was born in Paso Robles, Calif., on March 20, 1936. She lost her long battle with Alzheimer’s on Dec. 7, 2016. Margie is survived by her husband of 36 years, Earl Shrode. Family survivors are her brother Jim; daughter Lisa and[Read More…]
CPW plans to reduce lions, bears to save deer
RBC | Colorado’s “mule deer factory” may be in trouble, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has come up with a plan to try and save it by reducing predator numbers. The Piceance Basin supports the largest migratory mule deer population in Colorado for winter range. This area has been[Read More…]
Rangely Christmas Concert …
When science and Christmas collide
MEEKER | The freshman physical science class at Meeker High School put together their annual roller coaster project. According to science instructor Michelle Selle, the project is a cross-curriculum activity that allows students to combine artistic and technical skills, math, writing and science. “Their goal was to minimize energy loss[Read More…]
Dinosaur, Ute Tribal Council revisit casino discussion
RANGELY | The mayor of Dinosaur, Colo., and several representatives from the Ute Tribal Council came before the Rangely board of trustees Dec. 13 seeking support for a proposed casino to be built in the Dinosaur area. Rumors have been flying, with some reports saying the casino will open April[Read More…]
In the spirit of things…
Come say hi!
MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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The Meeker Mustang Makeover of 2024 kicks off on Saturday with pick-up day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/from-scared-to-paired-mustang-journey-starts-saturday/rio-blanco-county/
8 hours ago
With community help, Rangely High School track debuted the pole vault event at their home meet.
https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panthers-debut-pole-vault/sports/
13 hours ago
Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
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The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
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The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
3 days ago
The Meeker Preschool Roundup will be held this Friday, April 26th from 8am to 4pm!
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