MEEKER I The Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan (ERBM) Recreation & Park District has released its 2016 annual report that highlights the many accomplishments and challenges along with the future outlook for the District.
Month: April 2017
Meeker hosts Downtown Streets Workshop for area
MEEKER I Participants from all around came to the Colorado Downtown Streets Workshop hosted by the Meeker Chamber of Commerce at Mountain Valley Bank April 19—a conference co-produced by the Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Colorado Department of Local Affairs.
Rangely Town Council revisits Narcan discussion
RANGELY I The Rangely Town Council met on Tuesday where they again discussed the possibility of the police department carrying the overdose medication Narcan and support for Colorado Parks and Wildlife’s Fiscal legislation.
Meeker school board discusses valedictorian criteria
MEEKER I The Meeker Board of Education (BOE) April 18 approved a $55,600 budget for facilities master planning. The Denver architectural firm of Bennett Wagner Grody has been chosen to do the work.
Opinion: Are our hotels mostly invisible?
MEEKER I At the Meeker Lodging Tax board meeting Monday the board discussed the challenges lodging venues are having keeping occupancy rates up consistently.
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Rangely Jr./Sr. high band concert May 9
Rangely | The date of Rangely High School’s spring concert has been moved to Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. We are still looking for community members who would like to play with us. The two pieces we will perform together are “Into the Clouds” and “Kool-Aid.” If you are[Read More…]
CNCC Days at the TANK May 4-5
RANGELY | The TANK Center for Sonic Arts invites all Colorado Northwestern Community College students, graduates, alumni, families, friends, professors, administrators and staff to enjoy, explore, and experience the spectacular sonic environment of The TANK on May 4 and 5, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Arts and Cultural Council meets May 8
MEEKER | The Meeker Arts and Cultural Council (MACC) will meet on Monday, May 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Heritage Culture Center at 517 Park Ave.
Wagon Wheel OHV Club meets May 3
MEEKER | The Wagon Wheel OHV Club will meet Wednesday, May 3 at 7 p.m. in the Kilowatt Korner at Sixth and Market streets. Plan to attend and renew your membership for 2017. All OHV riders are invited. The club has numerous events and projects planned for this year.
County clerk’s office closed May 3
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Clerk and Recorder’s office will be closed Wednesday, May 3 due to moving the office to the previous location in the courthouse. The office will reopen Thursday, May 4 at 8:30 a.m. Thanks for your patience.
PMC celebrates its volunteers
MEEKER I National Volunteer Week is April 23-29. Each day, volunteers selflessly devote their time to helping others in need. Pioneers Medical Center is proud and wants to thank its volunteers who provide a wide range of services, from delivering Meals on Wheels to spending craft time with Wing residents[Read More…]
Come say hi!
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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Why are we all so mad? Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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