Grant Ainge, 84, of Jensen, Utah, passed away Friday, Nov. 20, in the Uintah Care Center. Grant was born Jan. 4, 1925, in Jensen to Jonah “Nile” Ainge and Ella Sybil Fletcher Ainge. He married Marba Ellen Peterson in Vernal, Utah, on Feb. 25, 1946. They were sealed together for[Read More…]
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Lady Panthers will aim for league title
RANGELY I Just like during volleyball, the Northwest League’s girls’ basketball season is expected to be a toss-up. Rangely was in the thick of things during volleyball, and the Lady Panthers hope to compete for the title in basketball as well.
Rangely will celebrate third ‘Holidayfest’ Saturday
It’s beginning to look a lot like … Holidayfest. The annual Rangely Chamber of Commerce Christmas celebration will be held Saturday. This will be the third year for the event. And, important for an outdoor event, the weather forecast for Saturday looks good. Not like two years ago when it[Read More…]
Rio Blanco County on Patrol
Activity for Nov. 13-19 Key: RBSO-Rio Blanco County Sheriff MPD-Meeker Police Department MVFR-Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue RAMB-Rangely Ambulance RFD-Rangely Fire Department RPD-Rangely Police Department Friday, November 13 RPD-12:48 a.m.-Extra patrol at 140 Morrison Ave., Rangely MPD-8:05 a.m.-Suspicious incident at 881 Second St., Meeker RPD-8:18 a.m.-Impounding at 500 S. Kennedy[Read More…]
Cub Scouts say ‘thank you’
Rangely Cub Scouts Branson Shelton, Lucas Neal, Ben Roberts, Calvin Bishop, Tytus Coombs, Hunter Hanvey and Jonathan Pennell show their appreciation for Veterans.
New Arrival: Austin Christopher England
Austin Christopher England RANGELY | It’s with much joy and pride that we introduce our baby, Austin Christopher England, who was born Oct. 28. He weighed 6 pounds, 11 ounces and was 19 inches long. He fills our hearts with much love. Parents are Christopher and Maria England of Rangely.[Read More…]
Elks recognize veterans
RANGELY | Rangely Elks Lodge No. 1907 provided lunch for Rangely veterans at the fifth annual celebration Nov. 20 at the Radino Center. There were 23 attendees. From left, Tom Collins, Paul McCracken, Norm Hall, Carol Jensen, Leland Spence, Don Reed, Ross Alire and Jake Roberts.
BLM replaces interpretive signs in canyon
RANGELY I The Bureau of Land Management’s White River Field Office recently replaced a series of interpretive signs along Canyon Pintado, a popular area south of Rangely, known for its rock art and other cultural sites.
Letter: Businesses sprucing up improves image
This is the season to be thankful for all we have and we would like to take this time to thank these businesses that have made the extra effort to improve the outside appearance of their businesses. In the past few years, there has been a “Rangely Renaissance” in helping[Read More…]
Deadline for Letters to Santa is Dec. 20
MEEKER I The post office in Meeker is accepting letters to Santa. The letters can be dropped off at mailbox inside the post office customer-service area. Letters to Santa will be accepted until Dec. 20 … in time to be delivered before Christmas. Also, Meeker Giving Tree ornaments are available[Read More…]
Letter: Drag racer says thank you for the support
My daughter, Marlena, a first-year junior drag racer, would like her sponsors: Alliance Energy (Sam Tolley), The Powder Keg (Mike and Barb) Widner), Budget Host (Ken) and Buck ‘n’ Bull RV Park (Grandpa and Grandma Hames). Ed Miller Rangely
Marlena Miller enjoys her first drag racing season
Marlena Miller of Rangely participated in the Western Conference Finals in Denver, a junior dragster event only. “She had great time and learned a lot,” said her father, Ed, of her first season racing. Jeremy Ahrens finished ninth with 420 points.
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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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