By LEONA HEMMERICH Special to the Herald Times RBC I Recap: In part one, we discussed the makeup of the atmosphere and challenged some of the current talking points of those wanting exclusive government control to take action on climate change. Dr. Soon and others insist that water vapor (H2O),[Read More…]
Month: February 2020
Letter to the Editor: Thanks to ERBM for tourney
Dear Editor: The Meeker VFW Post 5843, American Legion Post 0074 and the VFW Auxiliary would like to thank the ERBM Recreation and Park District and all the individuals who participated in the 2020 Cribbage Tournament recently held at the Meeker Veterans Community Center. Your generosity is much appreciated, as[Read More…]
Sheriff dispels takeover rumors, commends police chief
RANGELY I New Town of Rangely trustee Keely Ellis was sworn in during the regular board meeting on Feb. 11. Ellis was welcomed by Rangely Mayor Andy Shaffer and Trustees Alisa Granger, Luke Geer and Andy Key (attending via Skype). Ellis brings a great deal of experience in economic development[Read More…]
Weekly Call Review Feb. 10-16
The following information is a weekly review of the calls for service that were reported to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Communications Office. If you have any questions or would like an explanation of the call types listed please call 878-9600. We will not regularly post any information as to[Read More…]
Skijor Meeker: Day 2 recap
MEEKER | Saturday’s sunshine did not carry over to Sunday’s event, but frosty flakes didn’t dim enthusiasm in the slightest at Skijor Meeker. Riders and racers of all ages took to the course at the RBC Fairgrounds for the final competition. We’ll post results when they are published. Skijor Meeker[Read More…]
Guest Post: Fluoride in our water: it’s not just about our teeth (Part 2)
By ELAINE URIE AND LISA HATCH Special to the Herald Times RANGELY I In April, Rangely voters will vote on fluoridation of our drinking water to continue or to stop it. Our message is simple from proved sources, fluoride prevents tooth decay when applied topically; fluoride is toxic to our[Read More…]
Fire at remote cabin reportedly claims two lives
UPDATE: According to the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office Monday, county road and bridge crews are working to get heavy equipment to the site of a cabin fire off of County Rd. 14 southeast of Meeker. Deep snow and the remote location of the site have made accessing the cabin[Read More…]
OPINION—Editor’s Column: Yes, dear reader, opinions are biased
By NIKI TURNER [email protected] I warned y’all last week that our opinion section was about to heat up, and I attempted to explain our journalistic philosophy about what we include in the opinion section and why. For folks who actually read the print edition (or its digital counterpart), I think[Read More…]
OBITUARY: Mary Dawn Carstens
Mary Dawn “Dawn” Carstens passed away in St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado, on Feb. 2, 2020, after suffering a head injury caused by a fall. She was surrounded by family at the time of her death.
Celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month with CNCC
RBC I February is National Children’s Dental Health month. In celebration, the CNCC Dental Hygiene program coordinates with Rangely and Meeker School District students every spring to have regular cleanings, x-rays, oral hygiene instruction, sealants and fluoride for free. Health histories were sent home in January, so please fill them[Read More…]
OBITUARY: Michael Dwayne Zobel
Michael Dwayne Zobel, 51, of Milliken, passed away on Feb. 8, 2020, in Milliken, Colorado. He was born on May 26, 1968, in Big Timber, Montana.
Thrills, spills and chills at day one of Skijor Meeker
MEEKER | The first annual Skijor Meeker competition is officially underway, with day one in the books and day two set to begin tomorrow, Feb. 23, at 10 a.m. at the RBC Fairgrounds. Entry is $5 cash per person (12 and under free). Professional circuit riders and skiers as well[Read More…]
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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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Livestock Judging teams from both sides of the county competed at The Rumble In The Rockies Livestock Judging Contest in La Plata County this past weekend. Read the full story this week online ht1885.com.
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Meeker Cowboy Track continued its season with another meet in Grand Junction, the Frank Woodburn Invitational. The meet went on despite the blustery winds, low temps and snow. Read the story online at ht1885.com.
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Sunglasses, shorts and snowflakes... if that doesn’t sum up a Western Colorado track meet in April, nothing does. The Rangely Panthers will likely have a warmer meet this Friday, April 12, in Grand Junction. Read the recap from the last meet in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Meeker High School’s FCCLA group placed 10 of 13 students in the top three in their respective categories and six qualified for the national competition in Seattle, Washington, this June. Results: Sam Hightower and Finley Deming - 1st Place Gold - Repurpose and Redesign; Aimee Shults - 1st Place Gold - Job Interview; Becca Hood - 1st Place Gold - Leadership; Lissbeth Sanchez and Shailee Rundberg - 2nd Place Gold - Promote and Publicize FCCLA; Kailynn Watson- 3rd Place Gold - Job Interview; Emma Bauer and Jacey Follman - 3rd Place Gold - Sports Nutrition; Braydin Raley - 3rd Place Silver - Professional Presentation; Graycee Cravens - Silver Medal - Entrepreneurship; Haylee Steele - Silver Medal - Sports Nutrition; Eduardo Cordova- Silver Medal - Career Investigation. More photos and full update online at ht1885.com.
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