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**ANNOUNCEMENTS**

The Rangely Food Bank is open on Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 at 204 E. Rio Blanco. To donate, please call 970-620-2407.

ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us

The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You can fax your classified ad or subscription to (970)878-4016 or email to: [email protected]

RIO BLANCO Masonic Lodge #80 meets 2nd and 4th Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at 7th and Park, Meeker.

AA & Al-Anon Meetings – Rangely Alcoholics Anonymous – Open meetings Tues & Thurs, 7 p.m., 115 Kennedy Dr., St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, Rangely.
Al-Anon meets Monday, 8:15 p.m., 207 S. Sunset, 1st Baptist Church, Rangely. Al-Anon info call 970-629-5064 or 970-629-2970.

Alcoholics Anonymous Mon. 7 p.m., Weds. 7 p.m., Fri. 7 p.m. St. James Church – enter from back parking lot, meetings are downstairs in Richards Hall, 4th & Park, Meeker 878-4158 878-5636 Alanon Thurs. 7 p.m. 878-5655.

Rangely Victim Services An open door for the protection and care of abused and battered persons. Non-emergency call 629-9691. Emergencies call 911. Providing assistance for victims of violent crimes.

New Eden Pregnancy Care Services – pregnancy tests, emergency supplies, guidance by trained volunteers, classes on pregnancy and child care, post-abortion support, referrals. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 345 Main Street, Meeker. Email: [email protected] or (970)878-5117 and 219 Sunset Avenue Rangely. Email: [email protected] or (970) 675-2300. All services are confidential.

Meeker Housing Authority Board of Directors meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 9:00 AM. at The Pines, 875 Water St., Meeker.

Veterans Service Offices Rio Blanco County: Veterans Service Officer – Joe Dungan, Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., County Administration Building, 200 Main Street Suite 300, Meeker. 878-9690 office, 878-3219 home. Fax 878-9581. Rangely: Veterans Service Officer – Hoot Gibson, Tuesday and Thursday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., County Annex, 17497 State Hwy 64, Rangely. 878-9695 office, 675-2669 home.

SAFEHOUSE If you are being abused physically or mentally, you can call SAFEHOUSE for confidential shelter and help. 878-3131.

The Rangely Moms Group gives pregnant women and mothers of newborns through elementary school-aged children time to take a break, join in discussions and crafts, and build relationships with other moms. We meet the first Thursday of each month from September through May, from 9-11 a.m. at First Baptist Church ((207 S Sunset). Join us! For more information, call Britt Campos at 801-589-4803.

The VFW, American Legion, and their Auxiliaries will meet the second Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM at 290 4th St. For further information call (970) 878-5326.

Looking for female roommate to help out with rent and utilities and weekends with cooking and laundry. Call for interview. 970-260-8758.

Attention Rio Blanco County Veterans: Veterans may be eligible for mileage reimbursement for travel costs to receive VA medical care. If you do not currently receive VA travel compensation please contact the Rio Blanco County Veterans Service offices. Rangely: John ‘Hoot’ Gibson, 970-878-9695. Meeker: Joe Bob Dungan, 970-878-9690. Travel compensation is made possible through the Veterans Trust Fund Grant and VFW Post 5843.

**AUCTIONS**

Annual Fall Consignment Auction, Saturday September 30th at 9:00 a.m , 2368 S. 1500 E. in Vernal, Utah
Equipment of all kinds, Many Vehicles, Trucks, Trailers, Campers, ATV’s, Motorcycles, snow machines, pipe, New and Used Tools, Generators, Air Compressors, Lumber, Tack, Hunting items, Guns, Ammo, Antiques & Collectibles, Coins, Household Items, and much more! For more information or to Consign to this Auction please call ZJ Auction Service, Inc. 435-789-7424. www.zjauction.com

Country Moving Auction
Saturday, September 9th 10:00 a.m.
37630 Routt County Road 27
Hayden, Colorado
(2 miles on 20 Mile Road)
JD tractor w/loader, 2 horse trailer, 16′ gooseneck stock trailer, 1989 Ford pickup, several 3 pt attachments, 1971 travel trailer, yard art, saddles & tack, chickens, 4 wheeler, snowmachine, camp & fishing items, tools, fencing, bee items, rafters, panels, stock tanks, furniture, toys, freezers, kegarator, antiques, 30-30 rifle, coins, doors, lumber, for more info call Steve Claypoole, CP Auction Service 970-260-5577. See web www.cpauction.com
“Call us about a sale for you”

***CHIMNEY SWEEPS***

Bulldog Chimney Sweeps will be in Meeker September 28, 29 & 30th.
Chimney season is over. Have your chimney serviced for next year. 970-872-2333
www.bulldogchimneysweeps.com

**FARM & RANCH**

Looking for horse pasture for 2 horses close to town. Call 970-948-2440

**FURNITURE**

Beautiful kingsize brass headboard and frame. $50 or make offer. Must see to appreciate. 820 3rd St. 970-878-5162

**GUNS**

Savage 110 rifle with AccuTrigger in .223. Synthetic stock, Simmons 3×9 scope, and attached adjustable bipod. $400 OBO. 970-404-1238

**HUNTING**

Deer tag needed for Unit 11, 3rd season, November 4-12. 530-225-6737. If no answer leave message.

**MISCELLANEOUS **

ASK ABOUT OUR CNC MACHINING Can’t get a metal part? We can make all kinds of parts. We have CNC Machine equipment, lathe and tooling to do the job. Contact Phil at Family Automotive and Machine. (970)878-5606.

**PERSONALS**

Retired 65-year-old white woman likes to fish, camp and travel, looking for a relationship. 970-487-3140

**SPORTING GOODS**

2 used Cabelas kayaks/youth, with paddles. $100 off purchase price, $90 each. Will take payments. Andrea 970-878-3136

**YARD SALES**

MEEKER: Moving Sale, 1157 Garfield Friday and Saturday, September 1st and 2nd, 7:30a.m. -1:-00p.m., tools, antiques, new generator, furniture. Something for everyone.

MEEKER: Multi-family yard sale, Buckskin Valley (follow signs) Saturday, September 2nd, 8:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.

**HELP WANTED: GENERAL**

Want to make some good money? Apply at Ma Famiglia’s for serving position. a.m. and p.m. shifts available. Apply in person.

Auto Technician to work in the shop. Pay rate based on experience. Contact Northwest Auto for more information 970-878-5026 or email resume to [email protected]

Evening dishwasher needed full-time. Serious positions. Apply in person at Ma Famiglias.

Mystic Eagle needs individuals to palatalize stone.  Must have transportation to job site 10 miles out of Meeker.  $ 14.00 per hour  We also have job opportunities in the Glenwood Springs area.  Please inquire at (970) 230-9196.

Shotcrete Nozzle Operator
Mays Construction Specialties, a Western Colorado Company is seeking an experienced shotcrete nozzleman for a diversified specialty concrete contractor.
Preferred ACI Certification, not required.
Must be willing to relocate, travel, and during winter conditions.
Full job description available online www.mays-mcsi.com
Excellent wage, commission, and benefits package
EOE/AA/M/F/Disabled/Veterans

TOURISM / MARKETING COORDINATOR: 
The Meeker Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for a part-time tourism/marketing coordinator. Application and job description are available at the Meeker Chamber of Commerce, 710 Market Street, Meeker, CO, or by calling (970) 878-5510, or visit www.meekerchamber.com in the news postings.
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Case Manager A or B
Garfield County, CO is seeking a Case Manager A or B. The person in this position will have a home office, be employed by Garfield County, and provide services to clients in Rio Blanco & Moffat County.
He/she will provide program coordination for clients accessing services under the Caregiver Support Program and the Senior Equipment and Services Program. These programs are grant funded and were established to provide support for persons involved in an ongoing care giving relationship, and for seniors who need to access equipment and resources in order to enhance their independence.  
CMA (Non-exempt): $20.92 – $26.15 hourly
CMB (Exempt): $48,464.97 – $60,581.21
Visit our website @ https://www.garfield-county.com/human-resources/employment-opportunities.aspx to review a copy of the job description and/or apply.

**LAND/LOTS**

SBO: 22 acre horse property with RV service and new fence. $85,000 OBO. 4751 County Rd 7. 580-377-9436

**RE: HOMES: MEEKER**

FOR SALE 14×70 mobile home on 2 acres, 4 miles west of Meeker, 3 BDR/1BA, cistern, $70,000. (970)756-0718 or (970) 878-4629.

***RENTALS: MEEKER**

4 BDR/2BA house with garage, workroom, shed, large deck, nice location. No smoking/no pets. $1200 /mo. 871 10th Street. 970-629-0151 References.

Storage Depot 10×25 unit. 878-4808.

AVAILABLE NOW: retail space in the center of Meeker at 6th and Main in the historic Hugus Building. Includes over 5000 square feet and loading dock in the alley. This former general store has Main Street display, windows, an antique ceiling, freight elevator, built-in cupboards and 1910 era show cases. Call 970-878-4138 for details.

CLEAN REMODELED 2BD apartments, in-house laundry, storage units available, close to shopping and the downtown area & more. $575 to $595 per month. Western Exposures Realty LLC (970) 878-5877.

Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.

2 BDR/1.5 BA townhouse available July 1st. $550 + $550 deposit. NP, NS, single family. 970-620-0917

House for rent. 10 miles from Meeker. $1500 per month. References and background check required. Call 970-274-6850

Mostly furnished 1 BDR, 1 BA house,with shed, ranch setting, 5 miles from Meeker. $400/month. Call 970-319-9453

Clean, quiet, 2 BDR/1 BA apartment. $575 mo + deposit, includes W/D. No pets. 970-260-8844

3 BDR Townhouse, W/D, water & sewer paid, $650 mo + $750 damage deposit. Avail 9/10. 970-878-4572

**RENTALS: RANGELY**

Home for Rent: 3BDR/3BA, 2 car garage, fenced yard, central heat/air, large basement. Ref/credit check required. $1100 mo. Call 970-376-8899

Rangely Duplex for Rent 1 or 2 bedroom duplex -Newly remodeled & landscaped. Please contact Rodney 970-462-6538 or Dan 970-462-6858.

SILVER SAGE RV PARK (970)675-2259 RV Spaces for rent. Managers: Dana & Debbie Hanvey (970)675-2259 (970)216-0138.

FOR RENT: 3 slideout 5th wheel, accomodates single or couple, nice permanent setting in RV park. lease, $650 mo., utilities paid, deposit, references required. 970-629-1314

House – 2 BDR upstairs, 3 rooms downstairs, central heat/ac, fenced yard, 1 car garage. 970-629-3605

**MOTOR:CAMPERS/RV**

2006 Crossroads Cruiser Travel Trailer
26 ft., private bedroom, super clean, everything works! Can email pictures. Call (970) 675-2430. Asking $8200

**MOTORCADE/MISC**

Trailers, hitches, flatbeds, toolboxes, trailer service and truck accessories. We are a “one stop shop” truck and trailer outfitter. B&W gooseneck hitches $597 installed. Pine Country Trailer Sales, Grand Junction. 1-800-287-6532.

**LEGAL NOTICES**

NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Estate of Phyllis C. Berrett, Deceased, Rio Blanco County District Court Case Number 17PR30010.
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Rio Blanco County, Colorado or on or before December 15, 2017, or the claims may be forever barred.
Mark Berrett, Personal Representative
c/o Olszewski, Massih & Maurer, P.C.
P.O. Box 916
Glenwood Springs, CO 81602
Published August 17, 24 and 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

NOTICE TO CREDITORS
In the Matter of the Estate of Waltraud Margareta McCracken, a.k.a. Waltraud M. McCracken, a.k.a. Waltraud McCracken, a.k.a. Trudy McCracken, a.k.a. Tridal McCracken, a.k.a. Waltraud Margareta Riffler
Rio Blanco County District Court
Case No. 2017PR30004
All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Rio Blanco County, Colorado on or before December 31, 2017, or the claims may be forever barred.
Jeffrey M. Villanueva, 1755 Blake St, Ste 225, Denver, Colorado 80202
Telephone: 303-295-7525
Attorney for the Personal Representative
Published: August 24, 31 and Sept. 7, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

SNOWMOBILE TRAILER
RBFPD is accepting sealed bids for a 1997 Triton snowmobile trailer. Available for inspection M-Th 9am-4pm at Meeker Fire House. Bids will be opened October 12, 2017.
Published: August 24, 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

The Meeker Chamber of Commerce invites all interested persons or firms capable of providing the required products to submit bids for the design and fabrication of wayfinding signage in Meeker Colorado. Please see the website www.meekerchamber.com under “news” for all the information or call (970) 878-5510 to receive a bid packet. Bids are due September 12, 2017 at 12:00 pm.
Published: August 24, 31 & Sept 7, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

TOWN OF DINOSAUR
DISBURSEMENTS FOR JUNE 2017
Gross Salaries, $8,173.45
PERA, Monthly Contricutions, $1,768.24
CO Dept of Revenue, CWT, $241.00
IRS, FWT/Med, $929.02
Centurylink, Phone, fax, internet, $270.45
Moon Lake Electric, Electricity, $1,302.72
Rangely Trash Service, Trash Service, $82.00
Rio blanco Herald times, Ordinance, $41.36
Mesa County HealthDept, Water Test, $20.00
Caselle, Inc., Support, $251.00
LR Gateway Services, Gas, oil, $409.64
Sands Law Office LLC, Professional Services, $2,469.56
Westwater Engineering, Sewer Project, $13,839.84
Pinnacol Assurance, Workers Comp, $487.00
Micro Plastics, Name Plate, $15.55
Personnel Concepts, Labor Law, $15.90
Eagles Nest Contracting, Sewer Project, $27,279.10
Rangely True Value, Water line, gate parts, swamp cooler, hook up parts, $560.63
Rangely Auto Parts, Belt andn parts for tractor, $57.75
TOTAL ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, $58,214.21
Published: August 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

RIO BLANCO COUNTY
NOTICE OF FINAL CONTRACTOR SETTLEMENT
RIO BLANCO COUNTY 2017 PAVEMENT MARKING PAINT PROJECT
NOTICE is hereby given that on the 11th day of September, 2017 at Meeker, Colorado, final settlement will be authorized by the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners with Stripe-A-Lot, Inc., P.O. Box 1957, Montrose, CO 81402 for all work done by said CONTRACTOR on the project known as Rio Blanco County 2017 Pavement Marking Paint Project.
1)Any person, co-partnership, association, or corporation who has an unpaid claim against the said project may at any time, up to and including the date specified in item 2 below, file a VERIFIED STATEMENT of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claims.
2)All such claims shall be filed with Clint Chappell, R & B Coordinator, Rio Blanco County Road & Bridge Department, 570 2nd Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 on or before September 7, 2017.
3)Failure on the part of a creditor to file such a statement will relieve Rio Blanco County from any and all liability for such claim.
Dated at Meeker, Colorado this 28th day of August, 2017
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY
BY SHAWN J. BOLTON, CHAIRMAN
Publish: 8/31/17 & 9/7/17
Rio Blanco Herald Times

TOWN OF MEEKER
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Tuesday September 5, 2017
7:00 P.M. Regular Scheduled Board Meeting
345 Market Street, Meeker, CO
I.Call to Order
A.Pledge of Allegiance
B.Roll Call
II.Approval of the Agenda
III.Approval of the Previous Minutes
IV.Approval of Monthly Disbursements
V.Public Participation
This is an opportunity for Citizens to bring comments and questions to the Board of Trustees not being addressed in the Regular Meeting Agenda.  In consideration of other regularly scheduled agenda items, comments will be limited to 3 minutes or less.  Citizens are asked to approach the podium state their name and address for the record.
VI.Wolf Creek Reservoir Project Update- Mr. Brad McCloud
VII.New Business
1.MOU with Colorado Department of Local Affairs for UCD Meeker Town Facilities Needs Assessment and Architectural Concept Planning
VIII.Public Hearing:
1.Ordinance 05-2017, an Ordinance amending Meeker Municipal Code Section 2.04.050 Election Cancellation Requirements
2.Request from “Ma Famiglia” for renewal of a Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License
3.Request from Sullivan Family LLC dba Ol’ Crows Beer & Beverage for a Retail Liquor License renewal
4.Request from “White River Convenience” for a 3.2 Percent Beer Retail Liquor License renewal
Mayor’s remarks
Town Administrator’s Report
Town Attorney’s Report
Adjournment
Board Workshop- Capital Improvement Plan / 2018 Budget Direction
Published: August 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF UPCOMING ELECTION/
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
On Tuesday, November 7, 2017, the Rangely Junior College District election will be held where there will be four seats open on the Board of Trustees. The candidates receiving the highest number of votes will each serve four-year terms. Anyone interested in running for these seats must be a registered voter and reside within the Rangely Junior College District. In addition it is necessary to submit a notice of intention to be a candidate and a nomination petition signed by at least 25 registered voters residing in the Rangely Junior College District. The first day to circulate nomination petitions is Wednesday, August 9, 2017. The above mentioned forms may be obtained between 8am & 5pm from Becky Dubbert in the President’s Office on the CNCC-Rangely Campus 970-675-3301.
The petition must be completed and returned to Becky Dubbert’s office no later than Thursday, August 31, 2017 at 5:00 p.m.
Publish: August 3, 10, 17, & 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

MEEKER SANITATION DISTRICT
September 6, 2017
REGULAR BOARD MEETING at 7:00 PM
The Regular Board Meeting of the Meeker Sanitation District will be held at the Meeker Sanitation District Office, 265 8th Street, Meeker, Colorado
1. Call to order
2.   Additions or Changes to the Agenda
3. Approval of Minutes
4.   Public Comments
5. New Business
A. Budget – Appointment of Budget Director
B. Property Liens for Delinquent Accouts
6. Old Business
A.Wastewater Plant and Collections System Assessment
B.Plant Manager Report
C.Office Manager Report
7. Attorney
8. Board
A.Reports
B.Delinquent Accounts
C.Approve Current Bills
9. Adjourn
This agenda is subject to change without further notice.
Agenda is posted at the office of the Meeker Sanitation District.
265 8th Street.
Published: August 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

MEEKER CEMETERY DISTRICT
BOARD MEETING AGENDA
September  7thth, 2017 @ 8:30am
BOARD ROOM 265 County Road
Meeker Cemetery
1. Call to Order
2. Additions or changes to Agenda
3. Approval of August 10th minutes
4. Public Comments
5. OLD BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
B. Tool Cat Bids/Award
C. Manager Report
D. Office Manager Report
E. Present & Approve Bills & Deeds
7. Open Board Discussion
8. Adjourn
Published: August 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

MEEKER SCHOOL DISTRICT RE-1
Board of Education Work Session
555 Garfield Street
Meeker, CO  81641
September 5, 2017 – 7:00 p.m.
Work Session   
1. Resolution in response to potential legalization of marijuana
2. FY17 ending fund balance
3. Superintendent goals for 2017-2018
4. CDE facility assessment
5. Master Plan
6. Relocation of Bus Garage in partnerships with the Town of Meeker
7. School Board professional development
a. CASB events – fall regional meeting, CASB convention
b. Personnel roles and responsibilities
i.Governance vs. management
ii.Statute
iii.Policy
iv.Current processes
c. Curriculum
i. What is curriculum
ii. What does statute/policy require from the BOE
iii. What processes are in place
iv. What is on the horizon
d. Risk assessment from auditor
8.Items introduced by board members
Published: August 31, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SEPTEMBER 1, 2017
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
The Victim Assistance and Law Enforcement Board of the 9TH Judicial District, which is Garfield, Pitkin and Rio Blanco Counties, is seeking grant applications from agencies and organizations to provide assistance services to crime victims. The funding cycle is January 1 – December 31, 2018.
The board is committed to funding programs which provide direct services to crime victims and implement the Victim’s Rights Amendment. Revenue for this fund is generated from a surcharge or fees assessed to people who are convicted of felonies, misdemeanors, traffic offenses and fish and game violations. These funds are authorized by Title 24, Article 4.2, Colorado Revised Statutes. During the 2017 grant cycle the board awarded a total of $215,000 to 7 agencies that provide services to victims in the 9th Judicial District. It is anticipated that approximately $250,000 will be available for the 2018 12-month grant cycle.
PRIORITY CATEGORIES:
1) In accordance with 24-4.2-103(5), priority use for moneys in the fund shall be the implementation of the rights afforded to crime victims pursuant to Section 24-4.1-302.5 and for provision of the services delineated pursuant to Sections 24-4.1-303 and 24-4.1-304 related to all crimes as defined by Section 24-4.1-302. 2) Services outlined in Section 24-4.2-105(4) C.R.S.
Completed grant applications must be received by the board administrator by 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, October 10th, 2017
Steve Aurand, VALE Board Administrator
9th Judicial District Attorney’s Office
109 8th Street, Suite 308
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
[email protected]
(970) -384-3517
Publish: August 31, and September 7, 2017
Rio Blanco Herald Times

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Rio Blanco County and the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts are still asking for your help to identify additional hatch-outs of crickets so that control efforts can be put in place. The success of the program will highly depend upon local landowners and the public helping to locate crickets as soon as they hatch.  See last week’s paper for a list of ways to help or contact the County Weed & Pest District at 970-878-9670 or the Conservation District office at 970-878-9838 with any questions. Website: www.WhiteRiverCD.com
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  • Black Sulphur Tavern held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for their new business at 364 Seventh St. The space has been renovated with several TVs and games and provides a fun, friendly atmosphere to watch your favorite sports team and enjoy a burger and wings. Owners Frank Maestas and Pat Maestas are pictured with their new staff and Chamber of Commerce representatives Stephanie Hanson, Trudy Burri and Margie Joy. Follow Black Sulphur Tavern on Facebook. Their hours are Wednesday and Thursday 3-9 p.m., Friday 3 p.m. - 1 a.m., Saturday 11-1 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to midnight.
  • The winning teams and individuals for the 18th annual White River Community Association Buy-Fly Fishing Tournament are as follows. Individual top weight catch was Dave Metrovich and longest fish was Kevin Massey. First place team won by Rio Blanco Abstract: Erik Eckman, Adam Parrett, Dave Metrovich and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Second place team was Drake Consulting: Travis Kaiser, John Douglas, Tony Bartolomucci and Bob Brandeberry. Third place team Mr. Rogers and the Hood (accepted by Doug Rogers) Gary Rogers, Mark Beauchamp, Kyle Schutte and Rick Gunter. The white fish have been frozen and will be served at the annual White River Community Association fish fry fundraiser in June.
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Mormon crickets have hatched near Rangely. They were all sighted on BLM land north of Hwy. 64 near the junction of CR 96 and CR 1, down a dirt road near the Moffat County line.  The picture shown was taken yesterday by Mary Meinen from Rangely. She says the crickets are about the size of a ladybug (less than 1/2”). Some of them are actually yellow in color but most of them are darker. They are milling around and getting ready to start moving soon. Note: Photo is not to scale.
Rio Blanco County and the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts are still asking for your help to identify additional hatch-outs of crickets so that control efforts can be put in place. The success of the program will highly depend upon local landowners and the public helping to locate crickets as soon as they hatch.  See last week’s paper for a list of ways to help or contact the County Weed & Pest District at 970-878-9670 or the Conservation District office at 970-878-9838 with any questions. Website: www.WhiteRiverCD.com
Mormon crickets have hatched near Rangely. They were all sighted on BLM land north of Hwy. 64 near the junction of CR 96 and CR 1, down a dirt road near the Moffat County line. The picture shown was taken yesterday by Mary Meinen from Rangely. She says the crickets are about the size of a ladybug (less than 1/2”). Some of them are actually yellow in color but most of them are darker. They are milling around and getting ready to start moving soon. Note: Photo is not to scale. Rio Blanco County and the White River and Douglas Creek Conservation Districts are still asking for your help to identify additional hatch-outs of crickets so that control efforts can be put in place. The success of the program will highly depend upon local landowners and the public helping to locate crickets as soon as they hatch. See last week’s paper for a list of ways to help or contact the County Weed & Pest District at 970-878-9670 or the Conservation District office at 970-878-9838 with any questions. Website: www.WhiteRiverCD.com
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Read part three of the story of M.T. Streeter in this week’s edition of History Lessons! Find it in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
Read part three of the story of M.T. Streeter in this week’s edition of History Lessons! Find it in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Meeker FFA Chapter members competed at the District Leadership Development Event in Craig, Colorado, this month. Top row from left to right: Eva Scritchfield, Charlie Rogers, Alan Rivera, Trent Sanders, Koy Weber, Orion Musser, Said Rodriguez, Carlos Carrillo, Aidan Tapia, Hayden Garcia, Tristan Rollins, Mathew Willey, Quentin Simpson. Middle row: Sidney Keetch, Aurora Stallings, Sydnie Ross, Ava Nay, Lili Piper, Leah Wood. Bottom Row: Jaicee Simmons, Kailynn Watson, Cody Richardson, Kayla Castillo, Braydin Raley, Autumn Stallings, Aimee Shults, Emily Hamm. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
Meeker FFA Chapter members competed at the District Leadership Development Event in Craig, Colorado, this month. Top row from left to right: Eva Scritchfield, Charlie Rogers, Alan Rivera, Trent Sanders, Koy Weber, Orion Musser, Said Rodriguez, Carlos Carrillo, Aidan Tapia, Hayden Garcia, Tristan Rollins, Mathew Willey, Quentin Simpson. Middle row: Sidney Keetch, Aurora Stallings, Sydnie Ross, Ava Nay, Lili Piper, Leah Wood. Bottom Row: Jaicee Simmons, Kailynn Watson, Cody Richardson, Kayla Castillo, Braydin Raley, Autumn Stallings, Aimee Shults, Emily Hamm. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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Choose-your-own-adventure…. Hear from our Editor in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
Choose-your-own-adventure…. Hear from our Editor in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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A crew from the Flat Tops Chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation joined forces last summer to remove obsolete fences to improve habitat for wildlife. Read the full story and the foundation’s update from their 30th Anniversary meeting in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
A crew from the Flat Tops Chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation joined forces last summer to remove obsolete fences to improve habitat for wildlife. Read the full story and the foundation’s update from their 30th Anniversary meeting in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Black Sulphur Tavern held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for their new business at 364 Seventh St. The space has been renovated with several TVs and games and provides a fun, friendly atmosphere to watch your favorite sports team and enjoy a burger and wings. Owners Frank Maestas and Pat Maestas are pictured with their new staff and Chamber of Commerce representatives Stephanie Hanson, Trudy Burri and Margie Joy. Follow Black Sulphur Tavern on Facebook. Their hours are Wednesday and Thursday 3-9 p.m., Friday 3 p.m. - 1 a.m., Saturday 11-1 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to midnight.
Black Sulphur Tavern held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for their new business at 364 Seventh St. The space has been renovated with several TVs and games and provides a fun, friendly atmosphere to watch your favorite sports team and enjoy a burger and wings. Owners Frank Maestas and Pat Maestas are pictured with their new staff and Chamber of Commerce representatives Stephanie Hanson, Trudy Burri and Margie Joy. Follow Black Sulphur Tavern on Facebook. Their hours are Wednesday and Thursday 3-9 p.m., Friday 3 p.m. - 1 a.m., Saturday 11-1 a.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to midnight.
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The winning teams and individuals for the 18th annual White River Community Association Buy-Fly Fishing Tournament are as follows. Individual top weight catch was Dave Metrovich and longest fish was Kevin Massey. First place team won by Rio Blanco Abstract: Erik Eckman, Adam Parrett, Dave Metrovich and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Second place team was Drake Consulting: Travis Kaiser, John Douglas, Tony Bartolomucci and Bob Brandeberry. Third place team Mr. Rogers and the Hood (accepted by Doug Rogers) Gary Rogers, Mark Beauchamp, Kyle Schutte and Rick Gunter. The white fish have been frozen and will be served at the annual White River Community Association fish fry fundraiser in June.
The winning teams and individuals for the 18th annual White River Community Association Buy-Fly Fishing Tournament are as follows. Individual top weight catch was Dave Metrovich and longest fish was Kevin Massey. First place team won by Rio Blanco Abstract: Erik Eckman, Adam Parrett, Dave Metrovich and Wayne Kirkpatrick. Second place team was Drake Consulting: Travis Kaiser, John Douglas, Tony Bartolomucci and Bob Brandeberry. Third place team Mr. Rogers and the Hood (accepted by Doug Rogers) Gary Rogers, Mark Beauchamp, Kyle Schutte and Rick Gunter. The white fish have been frozen and will be served at the annual White River Community Association fish fry fundraiser in June.
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