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Classifieds: Feb. 7, 2013

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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.

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 or 878-5919 or 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.

MEEKER LIONS CLUB BINGO 2nd & 4th Wednesdays RBC Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall Progressive Bingo Concessions & Dinner Available Meeker Streaker available for transportation to Bingo, call 878-9368.

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 -5:00 p.m., 2nd Monday.

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, FEB. 8: Sloppy Joe with bun, peas, scalloped corn, peaches. MONDAY, FEB. 11: Sweet & sour chicken, steamed brown rice, Chinese vegetables, strawberry applesauce, fortune cookie. TUESDAY, FEB. 12: Mardi Gras. French dip with au ju, oven browned potatoes, mixed vegetables, orange, chocolate pudding. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13: Corn beef & cabbage, potatoes & carrots, banana, cornbread, vanilla pudding. FRIDAY, FEB. 15: Happy Valentine’s Day. Hamburger stroganoff pasta, orange spiced carrots, beets, apricots, biscuit.

Valentine’s Day at The Upstairs Gallery Come join me for hot chocolate & cookies Draw for your discount 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

PISTOL RIVER LEATHER Back in the shop from the Colorado Saddle Maker’s Winter Seminar. Another extremely informative and enjoyable gathering. It is a mistake to allow any mechanical object to realize you are in a hurry! 785 Park Avenue 878-4346, www.pistolriverleather.com

FARM & RANCH

Seeking pasture for up to 30 horses. (970) 319-0871.

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.

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

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.
Marquis hot tub spa, Reward model, 400 gallon, seats 6, 48 total jets, wireless & in-home remote, 240-volt, $3500. (970) 220-2219.

PERSONALS

Chinese New Year is this week. It’s the year of the snake-a sign of good luck. For good luck with alterations call The Seamstress. (970) 878-3193.

SNOWPLOWING

WE HAUL SNOW! Goedert Construction (970) 948-6176.

YARD SALES

NO YARD SALES ADVERTISED THIS WEEK

HELP WANTED: FULL TIME

Rio Blanco BOCES is currently accepting applications for a full-time paraprofessional position in the Meeker School District. Duties require assisting the Special Education Teacher in daily activities and educational management programs. Wages will be based on experience and follow the para salary schedule. Please contact Teresa Schott Director, at Rio Blanco BOCES at 970-675-2064. Classified Applications can be found on our webpage www.rioblancoboces.org. Rio Blanco BOCES is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Coaching Vacancies High School Assistant Baseball and Track Coaches The Meeker Re-1 School District is seeking qualified applicants to serve as Assistant Baseball coach and Assistant Track Coaches at Meeker High School for the 2012/2013 season. Applications can be picked up at the District Office located at 555 Garfield or downloaded off the Meeker website: www.meeker.k12.co.us. The Meeker Re-1 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Experienced well service rig hand, steady work with good pay and benefits. Must pass drug test. (435)828-3915.

HELP WANTED: PART TIME

GUEST SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE – The ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking a Guest Services Representative. This is a part time non-exempt position; hiring range $12 to $14.60/hour. Duties include, but are not limited to: performance of a variety of tasks at the front desk of the Meeker Recreation Center and associated areas, assist in the effective administration and operation of the District and provide a high-quality customer service experience for District patrons. Requirements include, but are not limited to: applicant must be 16 years of age or older, possess, or be working towards, a high school diploma or GED, have excellent customer service skills, be available to work after school until closing and some weekend shifts. Teens are encouraged to apply. 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 Friday, February 22. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

REAL ESTATE – MEEKER

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

LAND & LOTS

52 acres +/-, 10 miles east of Rangely, right next to Deserado coal mine on highway. Highway bisects it. 878-4847.

RENTALS – MEEKER

2 BDR townhouse, covered patio, covered parking, washer and dryer, pets negotiable, rent $550/month, $650 damage deposit, 916-873-3659 or 970-878-5486.

House for rent: 2 BDR, 1 BA, $800/month +$600 deposit + utilities. Fresh paint, great neighborhood. Call Ron (970)878-4040.

Manufactured home, 1 BDR, 1 BA, great condition, washer & dryer hookups, $525/month. Month-to-month lease options available. Call (970) 220-2150.

Fully furnished, clean 1 BDR, 1 BA apartment, $450/month. All utilities included. References and security deposit required. Month-to-month lease options available. (970) 220-2150.

Small house for rent, fenced yard, washer & dryer. Water, sewer, trash paid. $675/month. 878-5858.

2 BDR, 2 BA in a quiet, beautiful out-of-town setting. Pet and horse potential. $900/month. (970)878-4320, (970)942-7109.

House for rent: 2 BDR, 1 BA, $600/month plus utilities. (970)328-6850.

Home for rent: 342 Park Ave., 4 BDR, 1 BA, yard, garage, fully furnished if need be. 878-5258.

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

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.

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

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

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. (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, 300 sq. ft. interior office, includes utilities. Off street parking, easy access. (970) 629-9714.

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

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

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

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.

LEGAL NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE – On December 21, 2005 KAYW-FM was granted a license by the Federal Communications Commission to serve the public interest as a public trustee until April 1, 2013. Our license will expire on April 1, 2013. We filed an application for license renewal with the FCC on December 1, 2012. A copy of this application is available for inspection during our regular business hours. It contains information concerning the station’s performance over the last eight years. Individuals who wish to advise the FCC of facts relating to our renewal application, and to whether this station has operated in the public interest, should file comments and petitions with the FCC by March 1, 2013. Further information concerning the FCC’s broadcast license renewal process is available at 594 Main Suite 21 Meeker, Colorado or may be obtained from the FCC, Washington, D.C. 20554, www.fcc.gov. Publish: Dec. 6 and 13, 2012, Jan. 3 and 17, 2013, Feb. 7 and 14, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times

NOTICE TO CREDITORS – Estate of W.N. McMurry, Deceased Case Number 12PR20. 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 on or before May 24, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred. Dan Guerttman, President of McMurry Management Co., Personal Representative, P.O. Box 50790, Casper, Wyoming 82605. Publish: Jan. 24, 31 and Feb. 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Notification of Public Hearing before the Rangely Town Council on February 12, 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 second and final reading of Ordinance 675, Rezoning Lot’s 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: Jan. 24, Jan. 31 & Feb. 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS – Estate of Richard J. Burton, a/k/a Richard Burton, Deceased Case Number 13 PR 2. 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, on or before June 10, 2013, or the claims may be forever barred. John Hume, Personal Representative 226 E. Main Street Rangely, Colorado 81648 Publish: Feb. 7, 14 & 21, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

RANGELY JUNIOR COLLEGE DISTRICT Board of Trustees Strategic Planning and Regular Session Johnson Banquet Room Monday, February 11, 2013 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. AGENDA – 1.0 Call Meeting to Order: 1.1 Changes to the Agenda. 2.0 Consideration of Previous Minutes: 2.1 Approval of the Monday, January 14, 2013 RJCD Board meeting minutes. 3.0 Action/Discussion Items: 3.1 Business Strategic Planning Meeting – Russell George. RJCD business will take place at end of Strategic Planning meeting, 3.2 Payment of RJCD bills – Linda Gordon. 4.0 Other. 5.0 Adjournment Published: February 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

MEEKER BOARD OF TRUSTEES VACANCY – The Board of Trustees of the Town of Meeker are accepting applications to fill the vacant seat of Trustee Andy Thomson. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, be a US citizen, and have lived within the Town of Meeker for at least the last twelve (12) consecutive months, prior to March 19, 2013. The term of this office expires in April of 2014. If interested, submit a letter of interest to Scott Meszaros, 345 Market Street, Meeker, CO 81641, by noon on March 14, 2013. Interviews will be held at the Board of Trustees Meeting at 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at Meeker Town Hall. If there are questions, call Town Administrator Scott Meszaros at 878-5344. Publish: Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 & Mar. 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Public Notice – A public hearing has been scheduled for February 19, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Meeker Town Hall, 345 Market Street, to consider (4) Special Event License request by the Meeker Lions Club to be held at 200 Main Street, Meeker, CO on and for: February 23, 2013 – from 3:00 pm to 1:00 am / ERBMD Dinner Theatre. March 9, 2013 – from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am / Meeker Volunteer Fire & Rescue Dinner. April 6, 2013 – from 4:00 pm to 12:00 am / Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. May 18, 2013 – from 4:00 pm to 1:00 am / Pioneer Medical Center Fundraiser. Information or questions please call Town Hall 970-878-5344. Kathleen Sizemore, Liquor Clerk Published: 2-7-2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

PUBLIC NOTICE – INVITATION TO BID. Notice is hereby given that bid proposals, for a New 2013 Dump truck, with 6 yard dump body and universal snow plow hitch, hydraulic system for sander and snow plow will be accepted at Town Hall, 345 Market Street, Meeker, CO until Tuesday February 26 2013 at 3:00 P.M. at which time the proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud. The bid will be awarded at the March 5 2013 Board Meeting to be held at 7:00 P.M. at Town Hall, 345 Market Street in Meeker. Specifications are available upon request. Price must include FOB to 111 3rd St., Meeker, CO 81641 The Town reserves the right to reject any and all bids; to change, add, or amend the specifications; to waive any informalities; and the right to disregard all nonconforming or conditional bids or counter proposals. Each proposal shall be reviewed and considered consistent with the provisions of the Town of Meeker Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual. The bid proposal must be placed in an envelope, securely sealed and labeled “Meeker 2013 dump truck, bid” and be received no later than February 26 2013 at 3:00 P.M. FAXED bids (970-878-4513) or bids emailed to [email protected] are also acceptable. Contact Russell Overton, Public Works Superintendent at 970)942-7555 or Scott Meszaros, Town Administrator, (970/878-4960) for additional information. Published: February 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

RIO BLANCO COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING February 14, 2013 – 7:00 P.M. RIO BLANCO COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 200 MAIN STREET MEEKER, COLORADO. The tentative agenda as follows: 1. Roll Call. 2. Additions/Changes to Agenda. 3. Approval of Minutes. 4. New Business: NONE. 5. Administrative Matters: a. Election of Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary positions b. Introduction of Natural Resource Specialist – Mark Sprague. Copies of the application(s), regulation(s) and/or resolution(s) may be examined in the office of the Development Department at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado, or you may call (970) 878-9580 for more information between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Persons needing special accommodations for the meeting, please call the Development Department office at (970) 878-9580 giving at least five (5) working days notice so that adequate accommodations may be made. Published: February 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Public Notice Mercury Towers proposes the construction of a 105-ft AGL Self Support Communications Tower, located at 160 County Road 13, southwest of the Town of Meeker, Colorado (Rio Blanco County Parcel # 1409-262-00-043). Please submit any written comments by March 9, 2013 regarding the potential effects that the proposed tower may have on Historic Properties that are listed or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places to: Tower Engineering Professionals, Inc., (Attn:George Swearingen), 3703 Junction Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27603, Telephone: (919)661-6351, Fax: (919)661-6350. Published: February 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Public Notice ORDINANCE 2013-01, AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY, COLORADO, PROHIBITING THE OPERATION OF MARJUANA CULTIVATION FACILITIES, MARIJUANA PRODUCT MANUFACTURING FACILITIES, MARIJUANA TESTING FACILITIES, AND/OR RETAIL MARIJUANA STORES WITHIN THE UNINCORPORATED AREAS OF RIO BLANCO COUNTY, COLORADO. The foregoing ordinance will be considered at public hearing on February 19, 2013, 11:15 a.m., County Annex Building, 17497 State Highway 64, Rangely, Colorado. Copies of the ordinance are available at the Rio Blanco County Clerk & Recorder’s offices located in the County Courthouse, Meeker, Colorado and the County Annex Building in Rangely, Colorado. Published: February 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

PUBLIC NOTICE – The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regularly scheduled board meeting on Monday, February 11, 2013, at the County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, CO. TENTATIVE AGENDA – 10:45 a.m. Board of County: a. Pledge of Allegiance, b. Changes to the Agenda, c. Consideration of the minutes of the January 28, 2013, Board Meeting, d. Motor Vehicle Publication List for January 2013, e. Treasury Publication List for January, f. Other 10:50 a.m. Finance Department – Chris Singleton: a. Payroll & Overtime for January 2013, b. Payroll Benefits/Withholding for January 2013, c. Accounts Payable for January 2013, d. DSS Payments (EBT and AP) for January 2013, e. Other. 11:00 a.m. County Appointments: a. RBC Fair Board. 11:05 a.m. Resolutions, Ordinances and Proclamations a. Proclamation of the Board of County Commissioners of Rio Blanco County Colorado in the Defense of Second Amendment Rights. 11:10 a.m. Contracts & Agreements. 11:15 a.m. Bid Opening: a. Rio Blanco County Road 23A Bridge Abutment Repair. 11:30 a.m. Road and Bridge – Dave Morlan: a. Monthly Update. 11:50a.m. County Commissioner Updates. BREAK. 1:15 p.m. Consideration of a resolution on the Conrado/Mercury Towers Communication Site Special Use Permit # 12-7. OTHER COUNTY BUSINESS. If you need special accommodations please call (970) 878-9573 in advance of the meeting so that reasonable accommodations may be made. Please check the County’s website for an updated agenda. www.co.rio-blanco.co.us/commissioners. Published: February 7, 2013 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

TOWN OF RANGELY; Check Register; January 2013; VENDOR, DESCRIPTION, AMOUNT; AFLAC, Payroll deduction, $405.96; AGNC, Dues, $2,500.00; AIR LIQUIDE, Cylinder Rental, $21.70; AMERICAN PUBLIC GAS ASSN, Training, $761.64; ASHLEY VALLEY ANIMAL HOSPITAL, Animal Shelter Expenses, $503.41; BALBOA CAPITAL CORP., Expenses, $306.00; BRESNAN, WRV Television, $99.58; CAACO, Animal Shelter Expenses, $80.00; CALIFORNIA CONTRACTORS SUPPLY, Uniforms, $149.40; CALVIN, DAVE, Benefit Reimbursement, $2,146.80; CASTO, BRAD, Council Stipend, $100.00; CENTURYLINK, Telephone/Services, $2,464.77; CERTIFIED BUISNESS SVC, INC, Expenses, $172.02; CHILLSON, MARK, Benefit Reimbursement, $329.99; CIRSA, Insurance, $17,993.81; CMCA, Services, $140.00; CO DEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH & ENV., Expenses, $15.00; COLO DEPT OF HUMAN SVC BITF, Brain Injury Trust, $60.00; COLORADO CHAPTER ICC, Services, $325.00; COLORADO MUNICIPAL LEAGUE, Conference, $1,155.00; COLORADO RURAL WATER ASSN, Training, $300.00; COLORADO STATE TREASURER, Taxes, $1,457.25; COUNTRYSIDE VETERINARY CLINIC, Animal Shelter Expenses, $42.00; CRAIG VETERNARY HOSPITAL, Animal Shelter Expenses, $146.05; CREATIONS BY JA-MEL, Uniforms, $570.90; CALBO A-1 TANK RENTAL, Utility Clearing, $7,347.44; DIXON, NOLA, Utility Clearing, $80.29; DRAGON TRAIL PHOTOGRAPHICS, Expenses, $67.50; DUCEY’S ELECTRIC, Expenses, $3,485.39; EATON SALES & SERVICE, Expenses, $505.70; EDDY, DAN, Council Stipend, $100.00; EMC PLUMBING, Services, $4,097.24; ENGLERT, MICHAEL, Benefit Reimbursement, $434.00; FAMILY SUPPORT REGISTRY, Payroll deduction, $740.14; FARIS MACHINERY COMPANY, Expenses, $323.08; FEDERAL EXPRESS, Services, $25.14; FIDELITY ADVISOR FUNDS, Retirement funds, $19,348.79; FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF THE ROCKIES, Utility Clearing, $34.01; FPPA, PD Insurance, $542.04; GOHR, CLAYTON, Council Stipend, $100.00; GRAND JUNCTION PIPE & SUPPLY, Expenses, $6,385.85; GRAND VALLEY IMAGING, Copier maint agree, $372.40; GREAT AMERICAN LEASING COMPANY, Lease, $666.45; GROSSMAN & GROSSMAS PC, Professional Services, $252.40; HACH, Chemicals, $265.80; HATCH, LARRY, Benefit Reimbursement, $70.00; HATCH, LISA, Council Stipend, $100.00; HERITAGE BUILDING & LUMBER, Supplies, $1,027.71; HUGHES, CONSTANCE, Utility Clearing, $10.06; HUITT, FRANK, Council Stipend, $150.00; IMAC SYSTEMS, INC, Expenses, $336.35; INTERNATIONAL INST. OF MUNICIPAL CLRKS, Services, $145.00; JJ’S TIRE & AUTOMOTIVE, Maintenance, $974.19; KANSAS CITY LIFE, Life & STD Insurance, $1,774.20; KANSAS STATE BANK, Expenses, $14,700.50; L.A.W.S., Expenses, $325.00; LOYAL E LEVENWORTH, Professional Services, $308.00; MAIL SERVICES, Services, $830.30; MEEKER SAND & GRAVEL, Expenses, $1,080.96; MESA COUNTY HEALTH DEPT, Services, $40.00; MICROSEARCH LABORATORY, INC, Chemicals, $340.00; MOON LAKE ELECTRIC, Electricity, $12,553.21; MOUNTAIN STATES PIPE * SUPPLY, Expenses, $3,800.00; MWI VETERINARY SUPPLY, Animal Shelter Expenses, $149.75; NETWORKS UNLIMITED, Support, $3,279.00; NEW EDEN PREGNANCY SERVICE, Grant, $1,000.00; NICHOLS STORE, Expenses, $342.50; NIELSEN, JOSEPH, Council Stipend, $100.00; NT CARQUEST, Expenses, $133.16; ONYX, Computer Processing, $237.00; PATCH, TARRAH, Utility Clearing, $129.26; PIERING, LISA, Services, $30.00; PINNACOL ASSURANCE, Expenses, $4,702.00; PIPELINE TESTING CONSORTIUM, Services, $2,410.00; PITNEY BOWES INC, Services, $104.83; POSTMASTER, Expenses, $200.00; PR DIAMOND PRODUCTS, INC, Expenses, $392.00; PRESTIGE FINANCIAL SERVICES INC, Payroll deduction, $150.00; PROFESSIONAL TOUCH, Expenses, $114.95; PSYCHOLOGICAL RESOURCES, Services, $110.00; PUBLIC SAFETY CENTER, Expenses, $191.33; QDS COMMUNICATIONS, Communications, $24,790.04; QUALITY CARPET & FURNISHINGS, Expenses, $2,702.04; QUILL, Supplies, $521.59; RANGELY AREA CHAMBER, Contributions, $690.00; RANGELY AUTO PARTS, Supplies, $2,733.36; RANGELY HARDWARE, Supplies, $2,181.47; RANGELY SCHOOL FOUNDATION, Sales Tax Funding, $22,408.26; RANGELY TRASH SERVICE, Services, $816.85; RANGELY, TOWN OF, Utilities, $6,739.64; REED, DONALD, Benefit Reimbursement, $834.00; RELIABLE OFFICE SUPPLIES, Expenses, $88.45; RIO BLANCO COUNTY, Taxes, $9,395.00; RIO BLANCO COUNTY COURT, Services, $56.00; RIO BLANCO COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT, Services, $70.00; RIO BLANCO HERALD TIMES, Services, $893.34; ROCKY AHMA, Conference, $455.00; ROCKY MOUNTAIN HEALTH PLANS, Heath Ins, $25,074.35; ROCKY MOUNTAIN WEED MANAGEMENT, Expenses, $1,125.00; ROMNEY, SHERMAN, Services, $1,421.00; SCHMEUSER GORDON MEYER, INC., Professional Services, $61,148.74; SENERGY BUILDERS, Housing Rental Fee, $5,217.00; SIMONS PETROLEUM, Fuel, $4,068.00; SNYDER, MIKE, Benefit Reimbursement, $99.00; SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, Services, $180.00; SODEXHO, Expenses, $649.50; STRATA NETWORKS, Services, $500.00; SUMMIT ENERGY, Gas Transmission/Transport, $115,169.14; SYSTEMS COMMUNICATION CORP, Expenses, $231.00; TUCKER, PAUL, Benefit Reimbursement, $502.00; UNCC, Services, $59.57; URIE, ELAINE, Council Stipend, $100.00; VERIZON WIRELESS, Cell Service, $1,081.33; VERNAL WINNELSON CO, Expenses, $474.80; VFW POST 5843, Contributions, $2,500.00; VISA, Expenses, $2,132.16; WAGNER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, Expenses, $460.45; WALTER ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP, LLC., Professional Services, $4,060.75; WEX BANK, Fuel, $5,808.14; WHITE RIVER MARKET, Supplies, $67.76; WILCZEK, KAREN, Judge Fee, $300.00; WILCZEK, VINCENT, Benefit Reimbursement, $600.00; WRB REC & PARK DISTRICT, Fee’s, $50.75; TOTAL, $438,216.68; Published: February 7, 2013; Rio Blanco Herald Times.

Rio Blanco County Courthouse Geothermal Infrastructure, SPECIFICATIONS, Division 0 – Bidding and Contract Conditions 001 Invitation to Bid. General: The Rio Blanco Board of County Commissioners hereby solicits bids for installation of a geothermal well field and piping infrastructure to service future additions and alterations to the existing county courthouse in Meeker CO. Sealed Bids will be received at the Fairfield Center, 200 Main St., Meeker, Colorado, 81641, prior to the time and date of opening. The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on a separate day and time and at a separate location as indicated below. Documents: Bidding documents may be obtained in electronic format thru the office of the Architect: Archetype Design Group, Inc., Attn: Erik Jorgensen, 8010 State Line Road, Suite 150, Leawood, Kansas 66208, [email protected]. Drexel Technologies, Inc., Attn: Brenda Dreiling, 10840 W. 86th Street, Lenexa, KS 66214, 913.341.2356, 913.371.4430, 913.371.7128 fax. Partial sets or single sheets are not available. Plans may be viewed and ordered on-line at http://planroom.drexeltech.com/, under “Public Jobs” Plans will be issued electronically. Printing costs and shipping costs for plans will be the responsibility of the bidders. Questions regarding information contained within the documents will only be accepted in writing, via electronic mail (e-mail). Additionally, bid documents have been distributed to FW Dodge Plan Room (Denver, CO), Reed Construction Data (RCD), Western Colorado Contractors Association (WCCA) and Isqft. Bid Security: No bid security is required Bid Validity: No Bidder may withdraw his Bid Proposal for a period of sixty (60) days after opening date. Tax: Rio Blanco County is a Tax Exempt Agency. Sales tax shall not be included in the Bid Proposal. Bid Acceptance: Owner reserves the right to reject any and/or all Bid Proposals and to waive informalities and irregularities or to accept any Bid Proposal considered advantageous. Pre-Bid Conference: A Pre-bid Conference will be held on-site 10:00am (MT) on the 30th of January 2013. All parties who intend to submit a Bid Proposal are strongly encouraged to attend this conference. Bid Time and Date: Sealed Bid Proposals are to be received no later than 3:00pm (MT) on the 14th of February 2013 at the Fairfield Center, 200 Main Street, Meeker, CO 81641. Bids shall remain sealed and in the custody of the County Administrator until such bids are opened and read aloud during the regularly scheduled Board of County Commissioner’s meeting at 11:15am (MT) on Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at the Rangely Branch Office, 17497 Highway 64, Rangely, CO 81648. Bidders are welcome to attend. Publish: January 31 and February 7, 2013 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

AGENDA RANGELY BOARD OF TRUSTEES (TOWN COUNCIL), Regular Meeting February 12, 2013, 7:00 P.M. Council Chambers – Municipal Building. 1. Call to Order. 2. Roll Call. 3. Invocation. 4. Pledge of Allegiance. 5. Minutes of Meeting: A. Approval of Minutes of January 22, 2013. (Submitted) 6. Petitions and Public Input 7. Changes to Agenda. 8. Public Hearings (7:30): A. Public Hearing Special Event Liquor License Pinyon Tree Liquor Wine Tasting, B. Second Public Hearing to consider the Final Plat of the West Rangely Major Subdivision consisting of 2 Industrial Lots totaling 14.14 Acres and 14 Residential Lots consisting of 73.55 Acres and 8.18 Acres of Road Right-of-Way and the Subdivision Improvement Agreement, C. Second Reading Ordinance #675 of the Town of Rangely Designating the Land Use (Zoning) and Amending the Town of Rangely Zoning Map as it Pertains to the Rio Mesa Resources Inc., West Rangely Subdivision Lot numbers 3-16 from Industrious Zone District to Country Zone District. 9. Committee/Board Meetings. 10. Supervisor Reports: A. Vincent Wilczek and Mike Schwartzengraber, B. Alden VandenBrink. 11. Report from Officers: A. Town Manager Update. 12. New Business: A. Discussion and action to approve Special Event Liquor License Pinyon Tree Liquor Wine Tasting, B. Discussion and action to approve the Final Plat of the West Rangely Major Subdivision consisting of 2 Industrial Lots totaling 14.14 Acres and 14 Residential Lots consisting of 73.55 Acres and 8.18 Acres of Road Right-of-Way and the Subdivision Improvement Agreement, C. Discussion and action to approve Ordinance #675 of the Town of Rangely Designating the Land Use (Zoning) and amending the Town of Rangely Zoning Map as it Pertains to the Rio Mesa Resources Inc., West Rangely Subdivision Lot numbers 3-16 from Industrious Zone District to Country Zone District, D. Discussion and action to approve Financial Statement December 2012, E. Discussion and action to approve Check Register December 2012, 13. Adjournment. Published: February 7, 2013 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.

COMBINED NOTICE – MAILING CRS 38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 12-36. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 28, 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): Todd C. Ryals and Catherine P. Ryals; Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Flagstar Bank, FSB, a Federally Chartered Savings; Bank Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: Flagstar Bank, FSB; Date of Deed of Trust: August 24, 2009; County of Recording: Rio Blanco; Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 04, 2009; Recording Information (Reception Number): 296770; Re-Recording Date of Deed of Trust: September 29, 2009; Re-Recording Information (Reception Number): 296936; Original Principal Amount: $269,643.00; Outstanding Principal Balance: $258,811.04. 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. The property to be foreclosed is: All that certain parcel of land situate in the City of Meeker, County of Rio Blanco and State of Colorado bounded and described as follows: Lot 93 of Sanderson Hills Subdivision. According to the plat thereof filed December 19, 1978 as Reception No. 185454. Also known by street and number as: 1134 Michael Cir, Meeker, CO 81641-8104. 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, 03/27/2013, 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: 1/31/2013. Last Publication: 2/28/2013. 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 AND/OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DEED OF TRUST BEING FORECLOSED. A COPY OF CERTAIN 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 BY PREVIOUS 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 THANEIGHT (8) BUSINESS DAYS AFTER THE SALE; DATE: 11/29/2012 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: Caren Jacobs Castle #11790, Barbara A. Bader #10394, Christa Kilk #29855, Deanna L. Westfall #23449, Deanne R. Stodden #33214, Jennifer C. Rogers #34682, Katharine E. Fisher #39230, Kimberly L. Martinez #40351, Elizabeth S. Marcus #16092, Britney Beall-Eder #34935, Christopher T. Groen #39976 Castle Stawiarski LLC 999 18TH ST., #2201, DENVER, CO 80202(303) 865-1400Attorney File # 12-12743 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.

COMBINED NOTICE – MAILING CRS 38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 12-37 To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On November 29, 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): Kendal S. Amick and Mary D. Amick Original Beneficiary(ies): Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems,Inc. acting solely as nominee for Home Loan Center, Inc., dba LendingTree Loans Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Date of Deed of Trust: November 11, 2007 County of Recording: Rio Blanco Recording Date of Deed of Trust: December 10, 2007 Recording Information (Reception Number): 290838 Original Principal Amount: $134,500.00 Outstanding Principal Balance: $126,225.76 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. The property to be foreclosed is: TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 91 WEST OF THE 6TH P.M. SECTION 36: THE SOUTH 264.54 FEET OF LOT 15 (SAID LOT 15 BEING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SUPPLEMENTAL PLAT OF SECTION 36, TOWNSHIP 1 NORTH, RANGE 91 WEST OF THE 6TH PM., AS ACCEPTED BY THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT ON THE 30TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1956) Also known by street and number as: 275 County Road 14, 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, 04/03/2013, 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: 2/7/2013 Last Publication: 3/7/2013 Name of Publication: Rio Blanco Herald Times NOTICE OF RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE AN INTEREST IN THE REAL PROPERTY BEING FORECLOSED, OR HAVE CERTAINRIGHTS OR SUFFER CERTAIN LIABILITIES PURSUANT TO COLORADO STATUTES AS A RESULT OF SAID FORECLOSURE. YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO REDEEM SAID REAL PROPERTY AND/OR YOU MAY HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE A DEFAULT UNDER THE DEED OF TRUST BEINGFORECLOSED. A COPY OF CERTAIN 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 BY PREVIOUS STATUTES. ANOTICE 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: 11/29/2012 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: Michael Medved #14669, Heather Deere #28597, Stephen Harkess #30968 Michael Medved 355 UNION BLVD. STE 302, LAKEWOOD, CO 80228 (303) 274-0155 Attorney File # 12-910-23303 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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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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