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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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, 7:00pm, at 7th and Park, Meeker.

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

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.

Meeker Cat Coalition accepting cat food or monetary donations for spay/neuter and health care. Donations may be left at The Vet Clinic in Meeker or call 878-3560 or 878-4429 for more information.

Rangely Rockcrawling & 4 Wheel Drive group in Rangely meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Rio Blanco Water Users Building on Hwy. 64 at 7 p.m.

VFW Post 5843 and Ladies Auxiliary monthly meetings are now held at Kilowatt Korner in Meeker: VFW Post 5843 – 6:30 p.m. 2nd Monday. Ladies Auxiliary -5:30 p.m., 2nd Thursday.

Alcoholics Anonymous Mon. 8 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, 878-5919, 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 629-5729 or 629-0709. 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. All services are confidential.

Moms group meeting, open to anyone with a child 0-5 years, Grace Baptist Church, Rangely, first Thursday of every month, 8:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. Info. call Heather Zadra (970)629-9937

Meeker Housing Authority Board of Directors meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at The Pines, 875 Water St., Meeker.

Bresnan cable television customers – If you are not receiving a television channel station you normally get, 3 people must report it before it’s considered an outage. Call the service number on your bill to report.

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.

NEW HOURS Driver License Offices – Note: Drive tests by appointment only. Reinstatement info.: (303)205-5613. Need proof of physical address to renew license. Check website for renewal requirements: www.colorado.gov/revenue Meeker and Rangely offices – temporarily closed. Craig open Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri., 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – call 824-5447 to verify hours open.

Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) mobile pantry truck will be in Meeker providing assistance to community members Thursday, Dec. 27 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Fairfield Center, 200 Main St.. For info. contact Debra Barney (970)878-9650 or Jill Bradley 970-243-3937 (FBR). Scheduled dates for 2013: Jan. 24, Feb. 28 and Mar. 28. [email protected]

EARLY DEADLINES FOR THE HOLIDAYS – All news items, photos, advertising and legal notices for publication during the holidays in the Rio Blanco Herald Times newspaper are due by 5 p.m. on the following Thursdays: Dec. 20 for Dec. 27 edition and Dec. 27 for Jan. 3.

NOTICE Rio Blanco County Commissioners will be making appointments or reappointments to the following local boards during the month of January, 2013. If you are interested in serving on any of the listed boards or would like to be reappointed to a board you are currently serving on, please send a letter of interest to the Board of Commissioners, Box i, Meeker, CO 81641, by December 31, 2012. RBC Planning Commission, RBC Fairgrounds Management, RBC Fair Board, RBC Weed Management Advisory Committee, Council on Aging, RBC Lodging Tax Board, Columbine Park Advisory Committee, RBC Historic Preservation Advisory Board, Rangely Regional Library District, Meeker Regional Library District.

RADINO & CHUCKWAGON – Please call before 9:00 a.m. day of meal 878-5627 or 675-8112 Senior Citizen Nutrition Program Meals served at noon. Reservations appreciated. Suggested Donation Over 60 – $2.50. Under 60 – Guest Fee $7. (Did you know? Take out trays can be ordered for age over 60, suggested donation $3 – 12:10 p.m. pickup.) **MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE** FRIDAY, DEC. 21: Fruit salad, beef stew, biscuit, vanilla pudding. MONDAY, DEC. 24: Christmas Eve – sites closed – no meal served. TUESDAY, DEC. 25: Christmas Day – sites closed – no meal served. WEDNESDAY, DEC. 26: Tuna noodle casserole, mixed vegetables, tropical fruit. FRIDAY, DEC. 28: Split pea soup, ham & cheese sandwich, strawberry shortcake.

PISTOL RIVER LEATHER – Getting a little moisture. Looks like we might finally need a little Skidmore’s Leather Cream and Waterproofing on our good leather products. (It also protects against dry rot!) We are here on earth to do good unto others. What the others are here for, I have no Idea! 785 Park Avenue, 878-4346 www.pistolriverleather.com

FARM & RANCH

Quality hay for sale: 4×6 round approx. 1150 lb. grass $155. Approx. 1350 lb. alfalfa/grass $190. (970)306-1336.

FIREWOOD & STOVES

FIREWOOD picked up or delivery, good, dry, seasoned, split lodgepole pine, hundreds of cords in stock, Monday through Friday, 9 to 4. PINYON NOW AVAILABLE. We will load dump trucks or heavy duty dump trailers with reservations. 5 miles north of Rifle. Strong Lumber. Open Saturdays. (970)625-0777.

FURNITURE/HOME FURNISHINGS

Oak pedestal dining table + 3 chairs $120; children’s play table perfect for train, Legos etc. $35; microwave kitchen cart $30; black swivel TV stand $25; wooden TV stand $30; bar $30; wooden chest of drawers/top converts to changing table $75. Call (970)756-4760 for viewing.

HUNTING

Petska Fur Paying top prices for quality raw furs, antlers, deer & elk hides. In your area Dec. – March 308-870-4887, www.petskafur.com
PHEASANT HUNTING Gift certificates make great gifts! www.brokenspokegameranch.com (970)241-3949.

LOST & FOUND

FOUND: MONDAY, 12/17, in diagonal parking across street from Wendll’s, 2-inch pocket knife, handle looks like ladies boot. Claim at Rio Blanco Herald Times office in Meeker. 878-4017.

MISCELLANEOUS

Rio Blanco Fire Protection District is seeking proposals on a building remodel. Potential candidates may contact the district for specific details. Contact Steve or Chris (970)878-3443.

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.

RBC Historical Society is selling two Martin commercial natural gas heaters with fan, can be converted to propane. 85,000 BTU! Excellent condition. $750 each or OBO. 565 Park Ave., Meeker. 878-9982.

20 cu.ft. Kenmore refrigerator with ice, water and 12 cu. ft. freezer, near new, $500. 28 cu. ft. Kenmore upright freezer, $200. Wood Tech dust collector, 2 HP. 22’x32’x10′ vinyl enclosure, $1500. Maytag washer and dryer, $350 pair, $200 each. RV 3-way fridge, $300. RV range, $100. RV double sink, $50. RV water tanks, $50. (970)898-8118.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Ellington upright piano in good condition $125. 878-5141.

PERSONALS

Have a very Merry Christmas and may you all celebrate with loved ones. The Seamstress, 878-3193.

SPORTING GOODS

Ride “Fleetwood ” 161cm snowboard with “FLow” step in bindings, Salomon Autofit size11 boots and Giro S-4 helmet. Also lady’s ski package, Saloon “Opal” 138cm with Salomon 609 bindings and Salomon “Irony” size 6.5 boots, Swix poles. Both used 4 times, $250 each OBO (970)878-5820.

YARD SALES

NO YARD SALES ADVERTISED THIS WEEK

HELP WANTED – FULL TIME

General Laborer. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must have valid driver’s license and own transportation. F/T Mon.-Fri. Call 878-3671.
Energetic people needed for the front of the house at Ma Famiglia Restaurant. Full-time and part-time positions available. Positions available immediately for qualified applicants. Pick up an application at 410 Market St., Meeker.

HELP WANTED – GENERAL

Dental Hygienist – Wind River Dental (located in Pinedale, Wyo.) seeking a highly motivated, hard working individual that enjoys teamwork and success. We have the latest technology and pride ourselves in providing phenomenal patient care. Please email resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Rangely District Hospital has an opening in the Dietary Department for a Registered Dietitian. This is a PRN position on an as needed basis. The position provides nutritional expertise to the dietary director and administration regarding planning, policy development, education, and propriety setting based on evaluation of the hospital s dietary department and food service needs and in accordance with the State and Federal regulations. This provides expertise to the hospital s medical, nursing and dietary staffs regarding diet and nutritional problems and management including patient care plans and case review. Job specifications include a bachelor s degree with two years in health care facility preferred as well as being ADA registered. For more information on this position please call Cindy Stults at 970-675-5011 ext. 125. A complete job description and application are available in Human Resources. You may apply either online or in person at Rangely District Hospital 511 South White, Rangely CO 81648. EOE.

Experienced well service rig hand, steady work with good pay and benefits. Must pass drug test. (435)828-3915.
FT/PT Class A & B Drivers- Now hiring FT and PT drivers for tandem dump trucks, semis and ready-mix trucks. Must be drug-free and have clean MVR. Competitive wages and benefits available. Apply in person at Meeker Sand & Gravel or fax application to 878-3671.

Experienced horse back rider needed: 30 minutes north of Rangely, 5 horses need to be worked weekly. Tel (970)756-4747. [email protected]

Housekeepers, 5 days/week, and relief manager, 1 or 2 days/week, needed. Pick up application at the Moosehead Lodge in Rangely. 675-2257.

Lifeguards: Meeker Recreation Center is seeking applications for permanent full time and part time lifeguards. Lifeguards are trained professional rescuers who ensure the safety of patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies in and out of the aquatic facility. Applicants must be 15 years of age or older; know how to swim; be available for daytime shifts, early morning, evening, split and/or weekend shifts; and be available a minimum of 10 hours per week. Lifeguards are also responsible for performing maintenance and inspection of the facility on a daily basis; reporting any unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor(s); monitoring pool water chemistry and filling out required records and reports. Salary range $9 – $11/hr. A completed ERBM Recreation & Park District job application is required for consideration and should be returned to ERBM Recreation & Park District, Attn: Human Resources, 101 Ute Rd., Meeker, CO 81641. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 970-878-3403. Applications will be accepted through Jan 4, 2013.

RECREATION COORDINATORS: The ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking two Recreation Coordinators; one full time (36-40 hours) with benefits, one part time (24-35 hours) with benefits; hiring range $10.80-$13.20/hr. Duties include, but are not limited to: assist in select phases of implementing and coordinating recreational programs and special events such as gym supervision, officiating, coaching, scorekeeping, etc. Requirements include, but are not limited to: applicant must be 16 years of age or older, be available to work early morning, evening, split and/or weekend shifts. A completed ERBM Recreation & Park District job application is required for consideration and should be returned to ERBM Recreation & Park District, Attn: Human Resources, 101 Ute Rd, Meeker, CO 81641. 970-878-3403. Applications are available at the Meeker Recreation Center. Complete job description is available upon request. Applications will be accepted through Monday, January 7. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.
The Meeker Chamber of Commerce is looking for a part time Membership Coordinator. For information or application call (970)878-5510, email [email protected] or visit 710 Market Street. Position open until filled. EOE.

REAL ESTATE – HOMES MEEKER

FSBO, 340 Park Ave., 3 BDR, 2 BA, large fenced backyard. Must see! 878-3103.

RENTALS – MEEKER

Small 1 bedroom furnished cottage, $395 a month. (970)948-2338 or (970)261-6567.

Small 1 bedroom house, fenced yard, storage shed, pets welcome. $500 a month. (970)948-2338 or (970)261-6567.

3 Bedroom house, large fenced yard, storage shed, pets welcome. $700 a month. Call (970)948-2338 or (970)261-6567.

HOLIDAY CABIN RENTAL On the White River, private access for skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling. 30 miles upriver. 878-4559.

Single family home, 2 to 3 BDR, 1 BA, large fenced yard. $750/ month + utilities. Security deposit, 6 month lease. Call (970)379-3314.

3 BDR, 1.5 BA, nicely furnished townhouse. Washer & dryer included, NS, water, trash & sewer included. $775/mo. + security deposit. 878-5858.

680 WATER ST. 970-878-5187 VERY NICE unfurnished 2 BDR Apts in Meeker; on-site laundry; large back yard ON THE RIVER. Rents from $525-$650. (plus Elec) w/6 or 12 month lease. Month-to-Month options also available. Storage Units available for renters. HUD OK. NO PETS.

2 BDR townhouse, covered patio, all appliances including washer & dryer. Rent $550/month + $650 damage deposit. Available now. (916)873-3659 or (970)878-5486.

4 BDR, 3 BA home on 2 lots, over-sized 2-car garage, sprinkler system, fully-furnished, top of the line appliances, NS/NP, 1st, last, damage and references. 878-3190.

Roommate wanted: Seeking respectful, responsible person. Large room, private bath, fully furnished, walk-in closet, garage parking, WiFi, HD TV, great kitchen, all utilities included. Month-to-month $700/mo. 878-3190.

2 BDR house in great location. Recently updated, W/D hookups, good off-street parking. One-year lease $650/month plus utilities. 878-3432.

2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $475/month plus electricity + $475 deposit with 6 month lease. $500/month for month-to-month. 878-3363.

Newly remodeled 2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, everything new, all utilities included, $550/month. 1st month, deposit & references required. Month to month options available. (970)220-2150.

AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 1 BDR furnished apartment utilities included, quiet setting, no smoking, no pets, $550/month. 878-4141 or 878-4198 leave message.

2 BDR, 1.75 BA, townhouse, fenced backyard, open concepts, lots of sunny windows. No smokers, no pets. Deposit + lease. $450/month. 878-0790.

Available now, 2 BDR, 1.5 BA duplex, $600/month, $700 deposit. Pets considered. Fenced yard, covered carport with storage, new paint, new flooring, stackable washer/dryer. Landlord pays water and sewer. (916)873-3659 or 878-5486.

Exceptionally Clean, spacious, 2 BDR apt. Hot water heat, water, sewer, trash paid. Lease/Deposit required. NS,NP. $600/mo. (970)878-4592.

Shop space for rent in Meeker, zoned industrial, one 2500 sq.ft., one 4000 sq.ft. Call Wade 878-0000.

2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $475/month + deposit. Clean, quiet, new carpets. (970)878-5367 or (970)878-3736.

Storage Depot 10×25 unit. 878-4808.

12TH STREET APARTMENTS 2 BDR, 1 BA, heat, hot water, cable included. Call (970)261-1441 or (970)878-3739.

3 BDR townhouse, all appliances including washer & dryer, covered patio with storage, covered parking. Landlord pays water & sewer. Pets negotiable. $650/month + $750 damage deposit. (916)873-3659 or 878-5486.

FULLY FURNISHED, 2 BDR, 2 BA apartments, in unit W/D, utilities included. NS & NP. 14 month lease: $800 month with FIRST & LAST months FREE! $1500 deposit to move in. 6 month: $900/month, rent due at move-in. Month to month: $1400/month, rent due at move in. Western Exposures Realty (970)878-5877.

Available now! 2 BDR, 1 BA, water, sewer & trash paid. $550/month. Terms negotiable. (970)285-2334.

Halandras Building office for rent, 7th Street frontage, own entry & bathroom, front door patron parking, includes utilities. (970)878-3394.

Rocky Mountain Storage & Rentals 5×10, 10×10 storage units available in town. 878-0085 or 878-3700.

The former BLM Building west of Meeker is for rent. The building consists of approximately 10,000 square feet of office space. Interested parties may contact the Meeker Re-1 School District Superintendent at 878-9040 for more information.
Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.

RENTALS – RANGELY

RV spaces in Rangely available. Rent $350/month, utilities included. Now also leasing mobile home spaces! Contact Christy (970)589-9249.

SILVER SAGE RV PARK (970)675-2259 RV Spaces for rent. Manager: Heath GeBauer (970)675-2259 (970)846-4293 Fax: (970)675-5509.

PICKUPS 4X4

2006 Ford F-350 super duty, flatbed pickup, 4×4, automatic, V-8, 74K miles, new tires and brakes, $19,000. (970)306-1336.

MOTORCADE – MISCELLANEOUS

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.

Rocky Mountain Auto-Craig. Selling quality used cars, with limited warranty, financing WAC, give us a call 824-5749, Dealer.

SNOWMOBILES

2001 ARCTIC Cat ZR 800 snowmobile, $2000. (970)878-4874.

UTILITY TRAILERS

Older homemade pickup bed trailer, $50. 878-3612.

LEGAL NOTICES

Notification of meeting for the Rangely Town Council, Board of Trustees The Town of Rangely Town Council meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month starting at 7:00 p.m. in the Court Room at 209 E Main, Rangely, CO 81648. Agendas are posted in the lobby at Town Hall and at the Rangely District Library. The meetings are televised live on channel 3 through Bresnan Cable TV. All meetings are open to the public.

NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEMENT PROJECT #MTCE R300-188 PROJECT ID #19160. In accordance with the notice provisions contained in 38-26-107 C.R.S. 1973 as amended, the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, STATE OF COLORADO has established January 3, 2013 as the date of final settlement date with Highway Technologies, Inc. for Project #MTCE R300-188, Project ID #19160, in Garfield, Rio Blanco, Moffat, and Eagle Counties. Work consists of refreshing existing pavement markings on SH13A, SH13B, US 40A, and SH 325A. Claims containing a verified statement of the amounts due and unpaid must be in the form of a written affidavit and must be received by the CONTROLLER, Department of Transportation at 4201 E. Arkansas Avenue, Denver, Colorado, 80222, on or before 5:00 p.m. of the final settlement date above. Timothy J. Harris, P.E., Chief Engineer, Department of Transportation FIRST PUBLICATION: December 13, 2012 SECOND PUBLICATION: December 20, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Paul Owen Pilcher Jr., A/K/A Paul O. Pilcher Jr., and Paul Pilcher Jr., Deceased, Case Number 2012 PR 24. 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 at PO Box 1150, 555 Main St., Meeker, CO 81641, on or before April 11, 2012, or the claims may be forever barred. F J Fennessy, Attorney for Personal Representative PO Box 1518, Meeker CO 81641, 970 878 4783, Sharon J. Pilcher, Personal Representative, PO Box 1224, Meeker, CO 81641, 970 878 0970. Publish: Dec. 6, 13 and 20, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

RIO BLANCO COUNTY NOTICE OF FINAL CONTRACTOR SETTLEMENT 2012 BRIDGE MAINTENANCE. PROJECT NOTICE is hereby given that on the 14th day of January, 2013 at Meeker, Colorado, final settlement will be authorized by the Rio Blanco County Board of County Commissioners with G.A. Western Construction Company of 3354 C Road, Palisade, CO 81526 for all work done by said CONTRACTOR on the project known as 2012 Rio Blanco County Bridge Maintenance 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 Van Pilaud, County Engineer, Rio Blanco County Public Facilities Department, 570 2nd Street, Meeker, Colorado 81641 on or before January 9, 2013. 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 the 10th day of December, 2012. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY BY SHAWN BOLTON, CHAIRMAN. First Publication: 12/13/12, Last Publication: 12/20/12, Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Notice of Intent to Destroy Dental Records. Please take notice that Dr. Myers’ Office in Rangely, CO, intends to destroy all dental records for patients who have not been seen by Dr. Myers since December 31, 2002. Any patient of Dr. Myers who wishes to obtain his or her dental records for the period before December 31, 2002 may do so by contacting Dr. Myers’ Office on or before February 1, 2013: (970)675-2389, M – Th, 8:30am to 5:30 pm. Publish: Dec. 13, 20 & 27, 2012 and Jan. 3, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

TOWN OF DINOSAUR DISBURSEMENTS FOR NOVEMBER 2012. VENDOR, DESCRIPTION, TOTAL. Gross Salaries, $6,202.67; Contract Labor, $- ; P.E.R.A., Monthly Contributions, $1,387.92; Colorado Dept. of Revenue, CWT, $145.00 ; First National Bank of the Rockies, FWT/Med, $552.34; Centurylink, Phone, Fax, Internet, $219.37; Moon Lake Electric, Electricity, $1,232.87; Rangely Trash Service, Trash Service, $84.05; Rio Blanco Herald Times, Disbursements, $34.56; Mesa County Health Dept, Water test, $20.00; Caselle Inc., Support, $251.00; Zion, Fuses, gas, $427.20 ; Garfield & Hecht P.C., Professional services, $30.00; Sav On Propane, Propane, $809.73; CML, Membership dues, $321.00; Rangely Auto Parts, Filters, oil, $84.05; Walmart, Bleach, coffee, cleaners, trash bags, $70.36; Office Depot, Battery Backup, $81.23; TOTAL ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, $11,953.35; Publish: December 20, 2012; Rio Blanco Herald Times.
Notification of Public Hearing before the Rangely Town Council on January 8th, 2013 at 7:30 P.M. at the Rangely Town Hall. The Rangely Town Council will hold a Public Hearing to consider the Final Plat for the West Rangely Major Subdivision, the West Rangely Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) and to hear the first reading of Ordinance 675, Rezoning Lots 3-16 of the West Rangely Subdivision from Industrious Zone District to Country Zone District. The Final Plat of the West Rangely Subdivision can be reviewed at the Main Office of the Town of Rangely at 209 E. Main Street in Rangely, Colorado. The Public is invited to attend the Public Hearing and provide written or verbal comment on the proposed Final Plat, SIA and Rezoning Ordinance #675 Prior to the time of acceptance/approval. All interested citizens and groups are invited to attend and participate in the Public Hearing. By: /s/Lisa Piering, Lisa Piering Clerk/Treasurer. Publish: Dec. 20 & 27, 2012 and Jan. 3, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

TOWN OF MEEKER ORDINANCE 11 – 2012 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TOWN OF MEEKER TOWN CODE, SECTION 18.6.104, JURISDICTION OF OVERLAY ZONE TO ADD ADDITIONAL LOTS WHEREAS, a request has been made for an amendment to the Overlay Zone within the Town of Meeker; and WHEREAS, the Meeker Planning Commission has conducted a public hearing on this application and recommended approval; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees hereby determines that the application complies with Town regulations; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees on the basis of the evidence produced at the public hearing has made the following determinations of fact: 1. That the proposed amendments concerning the subject properties are in compliance with the Town’s Comprehensive Plan; 2. That the hearing before the Town Board was complete and that all persons had an opportunity to speak; and 3. That all pertinent facts, matters and issues were submitted for the Town Board’s consideration concerning the proposed amendments concerning the subject property, including the subject property’s peculiar suitability to the uses provided in the RS/SSM. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF MEEKER, as follows: Section 1. The Board of Trustees approves the expansion of the Overlay Zone. Section 2. The attached zoning change map in Exhibit A, is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 3. The approvals are for the properties described in Exhibit B, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 4. The approvals are subject to any conditions listed in Exhibit C, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. INTRODUCED, PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 11th day of December, 2012, by a vote of 5 for 0 against, and Trustee Cook abstained. TOWN OF MEEKER, Mandi Etheridge, Mayor; ATTEST: Lisa Cook, Town Clerk. EXHIBIT A (Map), EXHIBIT B 1. 178 Main Street (The Westerly 25 feet of Lot 4 and the Easterly 25 feet of Lot 5, Block 35 Town of Meeker) 2. 182 Main Street (Lot 6 and the West half of Lot 5, Block 35 Town of Meeker) EXHIBIT C 1. The Rezoning Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after the date of its publication. 2. The Overlay Zone Ordinance shall be contingent upon approval of the Rezoning Ordinance approval and adoption. 3. Any necessary technical corrections shall be made by the applicant and approved by Staff. 4. Staff will have the Town Zoning Map amended to reflect the newly approved changes. 5. Severability: If any portion of this Ordinance is found to be void or ineffective, it shall be deemed severed from this Ordinance and the remaining provisions shall remain valid and in full force and effect. Publication Date: December 20, 2012 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

TOWN OF MEEKER ORDINANCE 10 – 2012 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A ZONE CHANGE TO THE PROPERTY KNOWN AS ROCKY MOUNTAIN BOWSTRINGS FROM TCB TO CB WHEREAS, a request has been made for an amendment to the Zoning District Map of the Town of Meeker; and WHEREAS, the Meeker Planning Commission has conducted a public hearing on this application and recommended approval; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees hereby determines that the application complies with Town regulations; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF MEEKER, as follows: Section 1. The Board of Trustees approves the above-identified rezone request. Section 2. The attached zoning change map pictured in Exhibit A, is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 3. The approvals are for the properties described in Exhibit B, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Section 4. The approvals are subject to any conditions listed in Exhibit C, which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. INTRODUCED, PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 11th day of December, 2012, by a vote of 5 for 0 against, and Trustee Cook abstained. TOWN OF MEEKER, Mandi Etheridge, Mayor; ATTEST: Lisa Cook, Town Clerk. EXHIBIT A (Map), EXHIBIT B 1. 178 Main Street (The Westerly 25 feet of Lot 4 and the Easterly 25 feet of Lot 5, Block 35 Town of Meeker) 2. 182 Main Street (Lot 6 and the West half of Lot 5, Block 35 Town of Meeker) 3. 200 Main Street (Lots 1, 2, 3, A, 4, 5, 6, Block 15 Town of Meeker and the alley). EXHIBIT C 1. Any necessary technical corrections shall be made by the applicant and approved by Staff. 2. The Special Review Use, granted on June 16, 2009, for the Fairfield Center Property to include related parking will remain in effect with the property rezoning. 3. Severability: If any portion of this Ordinance is found to be void or ineffective, it shall be deemed severed from this Ordinance and the remaining provisions shall remain valid and in full force and effect. Publication Date: December 20, 2012 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

ORDINANCE No. 9, Series 2012 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING AND CERTIFYING A TEMPORARY MILL LEVY REDUCTION AND LEVYING GENERAL PROPERTY TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2013 TO DEFRAY THE COST OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES FOR THE TOWN OF MEEKER, COLORADO. WHEREAS, the Town of Meeker Board of Trustees, the “Town Board”, on December 11, 2012, adopted an annual budget for the 2013 fiscal year in accordance with the Local Government Budget Law of Colorado; and, WHEREAS, at the Town’s regular municipal election on April 1, 2008, the Town’s registered electors approved a ballot question authorizing and permitting the Town to collect, retain and spend or reserve all property tax revenue collected, in the amount of the Town’s 1999 property tax mill levy (which was 9.781 mills), prior to the Town’s approval of its temporary tax credit, which would be effective on January 1, 2009 and, further, authorized the Town to collect and spend or reserve the full revenues from such revenue increase, notwithstanding the restrictions on the collection or spending of revenues under Article X, Section 20 of the Constitution of the State of Colorado, C.R.S. 29-1-301, or any other state law; and, WHEREAS, the Town Board has determined that due to the current economic conditions plaguing the U.S. and the local economies it would be in the best interests of the Town’s citizens and businesses to impose a temporary general fund property tax reduction from the current 9.781 mills and thereby certifying a temporary general fund property tax mill levy of 7.228 mills; and, WHEREAS, the amount of money necessary to balance the budget for general operating expenses is $187,523.00; and, WHEREAS, the Town’s 2012 valuation for assessment, as certified by the Rio Blanco County Assessor, is $25,944,050.00; and, WHEREAS, on December 11, 2012, at a special meeting, the Town Board did officially adopt a general fund property tax mill levy of 7.228 mills. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN OF MEEKER BOARD OF TRUSTEES: 1) For the purpose of meeting all general operating expenses of the Town of Meeker, during the 2013 fiscal year, there is hereby levied a tax of 7.228 mills upon each dollar of the total valuation for assessment of all taxable property within the Town of Meeker for the year 2012, which represents a temporary mill levy rate reduction of 2.553 mills from a gross mill levy of 9.781, for the reasons stated above and foregoing. 2) The Town Board forthwith formally certifies to the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, the 7.228 mill levy and said mill levy will be certified by letter to the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County, Colorado, on or before December 15, 2012. 3) The mill levy herein approved and adopted by an affirmative vote of a majority of the Town Board shall be signed by the Mayor and made a part of the public records of the Town of Meeker. 4) Pursuant to C.R.S. 29-1-108, this ordinance shall be effective upon adoption. INTRODUCED, READ, PASSED, ADOPTED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED AS PROVIDED BY LAW BY A VOTE OF 6 TO 0 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF MEEKER, COLORADO, AT ITS SPECIAL MEETING HELD IN THE TOWN OF MEEKER THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2012 TOWN OF MEEKER, Mandi Etheridge, Mayor; ATTEST: Lisa Cook, Town Clerk. Publication Date: December 20, 2012 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

ORDINANCE No. 8, Series 2012 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A BUDGET, SUMMARIZING EXPENDITURES AND REVENUES AND MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR EACH FUND FOR THE TOWN OF MEEKER, COLORADO, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING THE FIRST DAY OF JANUARY, 2013 AND ENDING THE LAST DAY OF DECEMBER, 2013. WHEREAS, the Town of Meeker Board of Trustees, the “Town Board”, has received from the Town budget office a proposed budget for the 2013 fiscal year; and, WHEREAS, upon due and proper notice, published in accordance with Local Government Budget Law of Colorado, the proposed budget was open for public inspection at the Meeker Town Hall, a public hearing was held on November 20, 2012, and interested Town electors were given the opportunity to file or register any objections to the proposed budget, up to the time of final adoption of the proposed budget; and, WHEREAS, whatever increase or decreases may have been made in expenditures, like increases or decreases were made to the revenues, so that the budget remains in balance, as required by law; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF MEEKER, COLORADO: 1) The estimated expenditures and reserves in each fund are as follows: GENERAL FUND- Operating Expenses, $1,741,997.00; Systems Development Amount, 1,489,850.00; Highway Users Tax Fund, 87,756.00; Estimated Fund Reserve, 7,017,095.00; Emergency Reserve, 105,170.00; Total General Fund, $10,441,868.00; WATER FUND; Operating Expenses, $502,111.00; Systems Development Amount, 25,000.00; Encumbered Funds (water tap deposit), 50,000.00; Encumbered Curtis Creek Waterline Reserve, 326,917.00; Total Water Fund, $2,005,856.00. CONSERVATION TRUST FUND- Park Expenses, $10,000.00; Estimated Fund Reserve, $21,703.00; Total Conservation Trust Fund, $31,703.00. 2) The estimated revenues and reserves for each fund including transfers are as follows: GENERAL FUND- Sources other than General Property Tax and Highway Users Tax, including appropriated reserve, $3,044,324.00; Emergency Reserve, 105,170.00; General Property Tax, 187,523.00; Highway Users Tax Fund, 87,756.00; Reserve Funds and Unencumbered; Estimated Opening Balance, $7,017,095.00; Total General Fund, $10,441,868.00. WATER FUND- Non-water Service Income, including appropriated reserve, $13,140.00; Water Service Fee, 513,971.00; Encumbered Funds (water tap deposits), 50,000.00; Encumbered Curtis Creek Waterline Reserve, 326,917.00; Reserve Funds and Unencumbered; Estimated Opening Balance, 1,101,828.00; Total Water Fund, $2,005,856.00. CONSERVATION TRUST FUND- State Lottery Share & Reserve for Parks Expenses, $9,988.00; Interest, 12.00; Estimated Opening Balance, 21,703.00; Total Conservation Trust Fund, $31,703.00. 3) That the budget as submitted, amended, and hereinabove summarized by Fund, hereby is approved and adopted as the budget of the Town of Meeker for the 2013 fiscal year and funds are hereby authorized and allocated to be appropriated to each fund for the purpose of meeting expenditures therein. 4) That the budget herewith approved and adopted by an affirmative vote of a majority of the Town Board shall be signed by the Mayor and made a part of the public records of the Town of Meeker. 5) Pursuant to C.R.S. §29-1-108, this ordinance shall be effective upon adoption. INTRODUCED, READ, PASSED, ADOPTED, AND ORDERED PUBLISHED AS PROVIDED BY LAW BY A VOTE OF 6 TO 0 OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF MEEKER, COLORADO, AT ITS SPECIAL MEETING HELD IN THE TOWN OF MEEKER THIS 11TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2012. TOWN OF MEEKER, Mandi Etheridge, Mayor; ATTEST: Lisa Cook, Town Clerk. Publication Date: December 20, 2012 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

DISTRICT COURT, WATER DIVISION 6, COLORADO TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN WATER APPLICATIONS IN WATER DIVISION 6 Pursuant to C.R.S. 37-92-302, you are hereby notified that the following pages comprise a resume of Applications and Amended Applications filed in the office of Water Division 6, during the month of NOVEMBER, 2012. 2011CW33 MOFFAT AND RIO BLANCO COUNTIES; Amended application for Water Rights (Surface); Name, address, telephone number of applicant: United States of America, c/o Kristen C. Guerriero, Special Assistant United States Attorney, Office of the Solicitor, Department of the Interior, Rocky Mountain Region 755 Parfet St., Ste151, Lakewood, CO 80215. Telephone: (303) 231-5353, ext551; Names of Structures: BLM Springs 110-01, BLM Spring 119-06; Legal Description of point of diversion: All UTM data are from Zone 12 and use the NAD 83 (CONUS) Datum; BLM Springs 110-01: Located on public lands in the SE/4 SE/4, Section 19, T4N, R99W, 6th PM approximately 1,062 ft north of the south section line and 359 feet west of the east section line. 709173mE, 4463692Mn; BLM Springs 119-06: Located on public lands in the NE/4 NE/4,Section 10, T2N R100W, 6th PM approximately 151 ft south of the north section line and 368 ft west of the east section line. 704792mE, 4448700mN, Source: BLM Spring 110-01: Middle Fork Wolf Creek/Wolf Creek/White River, BLM Spring 119-06: Unnamed tributary to the White River; Dates of Appropriation: 06/28/1934; How appropriation was initiated: The Bureau of Land Management authorized use of the Elk Springs Allotment and Boise Creek Allotment and their associated water sources by grazing permittees. Subsequently, BLM personnel inventoried the quantity of water available for wildlife use; Date water applied to beneficial use: 06/28/1934; Amount claimed: BLM Spring 110-01: 0.0022 cfs. absolute, BLM Spring 119-06: 0.0022 cfs. Absolute; Use: Livestock watering and wildlife. BLM Spring 110-01: The spring provides water for grazing a heard of up to 710 cattle and 1700 sheep on the Elk Springs Grazing Allotment. In addition, the spring provides water, forage and cover for antelope, deer, mountain lion, small mammals, birds and Great Basin Spadefoot Toad; Name and address of owners of land on which point of diversion and place of use is located: United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, White River Field Office, 220 East Market St, Meeker, CO 81641; Remarks: The sole purpose of this amendment is to correct the legal description of the springs. You are hereby notified that you will have until the last day of DECEMBER, 2012 to file with the Water Court a Verified Statement of Opposition, setting forth facts as to why a certain Application should not be granted or why it should be granted only in part or on certain conditions. A copy of such Statement of Opposition must be served on the Applicant or the Applicant’s Attorney, with an affidavit or certificate of such service being filed with the Water Court, as prescribed by Rule 5, C.R.C.P. The filing fee for the Statement of Opposition is $158.00, and should be sent to the Clerk of the Water Court, Division 6, P.O. Box 773117, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477. ROUTT COUNTY COMBINED COURT WATER DIVISION 6, By: /s/ Melissa A. Rogers, Deputy Court Clerk. Published: December 20, 2012 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

COMBINED NOTICE CRS 38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 12-33 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On September 24, 2012, the undersigned Public Trustee caused the Notice of Election and Demand relating to the Deed of Trust described below to be recorded in the County of Rio Blanco records. Original Grantor(s): Nathan Lee Gregory and Rana Victoria Gregory Original Beneficiary(ies): INCYMAC BANK, F.S.B. Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: OneWest Bank, FSB Date of Deed of Trust: August 14, 2007 County of Recording: Rio Blanco Recording Date of Deed of Trust: August 20, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): 289597 Original Principal Amount: $396,000.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $395,528.65 Pursuant to CRS 38-38-101(4)(i), you are hereby notified that the covenants of the deed of trust have been violated as follows: failure to pay principal and interest when due together with all other payments provided for in the evidence of debt secured by the deed of trust and other violations thereof. THE LIEN FORECLOSED MAY NOT BE A FIRST LIEN. LOT 1A PARKER MINOR SUBDIVISION ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED MARCH 19, 2007 AS RECEPTION NO. 288068 RIO BLANCO COUNTY, COLORADO TOGERTHER WITH ALL PRIVATE ACCESS ROADS AND UTILITY EASEMENTS AS SHOWN BY THE PLAT FOR PARKER MINOR SUBDIVISION FILED MARCH 19, 2007 AS RECEPTION NO. 288068. Also known by street and number as: 64 County Rd 126, Meeker, CO 81641. THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN IS ALL OF THE PROPERTY CURRENTLY ENCUMBERED BY THE LIEN OF THE DEED OF TRUST. NOTICE OF SALE The current holder of the Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, described herein, has filed Notice of Election and Demand for sale as provided by law and in said Deed of Trust. THEREFORE, Notice Is Hereby Given that I will at public auction, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, 01/23/2013, at Office of the Public Trustee, Rio Blanco County Courthouse, 555 Main Street, Meeker CO 81641, sell to the highest and best bidder for cash, the said real property and all interest of the said Grantor(s), Grantor(s)’ heirs and assigns therein, for the purpose of paying the indebtedness provided in said Evidence of Debt secured by the Deed of Trust, plus attorneys’ fees, the expenses of sale and other items allowed by law, and will issue to the purchaser a Certificate of Purchase, all as provided by law. First Publication: 11/29/2012 Last Publication: 12/27/2012 Name of Publication: Rio Blanco Herald Times NOTICE OF RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF SAID STATUTES, AS SUCH STATUTES ARE PRESENTLY CONSTITUTED, WHICH MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS SHALL BE SENT WITH ALL MAILED COPIES OF THIS NOTICE. HOWEVER, YOUR RIGHTS MAY BE DETERMINED BYPREVIOUS STATUTES. A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-104 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE AT LEAST FIFTEEN (15) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED SALE DATE OR ANY DATE TO WHICH THE SALE IS CONTINUED; IF THE SALE DATE IS CONTINUED TO A LATER DATE, THE DEADLINE TO FILE A NOTICE OF INTENT TO CURE BY THOSE PARTIES ENTITLED TO CURE MAY ALSO BE EXTENDED; A NOTICE OF INTENT TO REDEEM FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 38-38-302 SHALL BE FILED WITH THE PUBLIC TRUSTEE NO MORE THAN EIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE SALE; DATE: 09/25/2012 Karen Arnold Public Trustee of Rio Blanco County, State of Colorado /s/Karen Arnold By: Karen Arnold, Public Trustee ( S E A L ) PUBLIC TRUSTEE RIO BLANCO CO COLO The name, address, business telephone number and bar registration number of the attorney(s) representing the legal holder of the indebtedness is: Robert J. Aronowitz, Esq. #5673, Monica Kadrmas #34904, Randall M. Chin, Esq. #31149, Stacey L. Aronowitz, Esq. #36290, Andrea Rickles-Jordan #39005, Susan J. Hendrick #33196, Joel T. Mecklenberg, Esq. #36291, Joan Olson, Esq. #28078, Lisa Cancanon Esq. #42043 Aronowitz & Mecklenburg, L.L.P. 1199 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204 (303) 813-1177 Attorney File # 3500.01603 The Attorney above is acting as a debt collector and is attempting to collect a debt. Any information provided may be used for that purpose. (c)Public Trustees’ Association of Colorado Revised 9/2012.

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  • It’s getting late, do you know where your kids are? Read all the Rio Happenings for this week in print or online at ht1885.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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Choose-your-own-adventure…. Hear from our Editor 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.
  • 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.
  • Cowboy Carson Klinzmann on the mound for Meeker at Suplizio Field in Grand Junction last Saturday. Meeker took on the 4A Rifle Bears, losing 11-1, and the Basalt Longhorns, losing 7-3. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
It’s getting late, do you know where your kids are? Read all the Rio Happenings for this week in print or online at ht1885.com.
It’s getting late, do you know where your kids are? Read all the Rio Happenings for this week in print or online at ht1885.com.
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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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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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Cowboy Carson Klinzmann on the mound for Meeker at Suplizio Field in Grand Junction last Saturday. Meeker took on the 4A Rifle Bears, losing 11-1, and the Basalt Longhorns, losing 7-3. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
Cowboy Carson Klinzmann on the mound for Meeker at Suplizio Field in Grand Junction last Saturday. Meeker took on the 4A Rifle Bears, losing 11-1, and the Basalt Longhorns, losing 7-3. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
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