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Classifieds: July 19, 2012

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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.

PENNIES PLUS PROJECT – The Rio Blanco County Historical Society is asking everyone to share your pennies (PLUS…all other coins accepted!) to help us pay off our book loan debt. We need…10 MILLION PENNIES!!! Coin containers are everywhere in Meeker as well as the White River Museum.

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 4 p.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, 878-3219home. 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 open 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Rangely open 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Craig open Mon., Tues., Thurs., and Fri., 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) mobile pantry truck will be in Meeker providing assistance to community members Thursday, July 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, 779 Sulphur Creek Road. For info. contact Debra Barney (970)878-9650 or Jill Bradley 970-243-3937 (FBR). Next date will be August 23. [email protected]

Rangely Museum New Summer Hours. Monday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: Noon to 4 p.m.

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, JULY 20: Fish patty sandwich, garbanzo bean salad, applesauce/berry mold. CAL:704, PRO:26, FAT:19, CAR:111, CHO:42,SOD:797. MONDAY, JULY 23: Ham & beans w/chopped onions, coleslaw, citrus fruit mix, cornbread. CAL:598, PRO:30, FAT:15, CAR:88, CHO:48,SOD:1388. TUESDAY, JULY 24: Liver & onions/alternate, scalloped potatoes, tossed salad, fruit cocktail, cake & ice cream. CAL:602, PRO:35, FAT:19, CAR:74, CHO:264, SOD:656. WEDNESDAY, JULY 25: Chili relleno casserole, Spanish rice, tossed salad, pears, Friendship dessert. CAL:730, PRO:32, FAT:24, CAR:96, CHO:70, SOD:1428. FRIDAY, JULY 27: Clam chowder, egg salad sandwich, lettuce, tomato, cran-pineapple mold, crackers. CAL:646, PRO:27, FAT:37, CAR:108, CHO:219, SOD:1095. MEEKER STREAKER MID-MONTH SCHEDULE JULY 2012 NOTE: Please call 878-9368 in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. Activities are subject to change. Bus available on dates noted below. July 19, Grand Junction medical. Bus in town. July 20, Bus in town. July 22, A.M. bus. July 23, Bus in town. July 24, Bus in town. July 25, Wing Trip. Bus in town. July 26, Craig. Bus in town. July 27, Bus in town. July 29, A.M. Bus in town. July 30, Bus in town. July 31, Chuckwagon Trip. Bus in town. Call Streaker for a ride 878-9368. Reservations for Rec. Center Trips should be made at 878-3403. Chuckwagon 878-5627 Shauna.

Food Safety Works Program for food service workers, Thursday, July 19, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Extension office in Meeker. Pre-registration required. Cost $10. Call 878-9490 for more info. or to register.

OPEN HOUSE – THE PAMPERED CHEF, VELATA AND SCENTSY ARE TEAMING UP TO LIGHT UP YOUR SENSES! Date: Friday, July 20 Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Place: 985 Main St., Meeker. Call Sonya Garcia 878-4484 or Tisha Reiger 260-8758 for more information.

PISTOL RIVER LEATHER – To do nothing is tiresome, you can never stop and take a rest! 785 Park Avenue, 878-4346, www.pistolriverleather.com
FRESH FRUIT & VEGETABLES SATURDAY @ THE STAGE STOP IN MEEKER SCOTT FAMILY ORCHARD.

This is What I Remember Books are sold at the White River Museum in Meeker, which is open daily. This Saturday, July 21, the Rio Blanco County Historical Society is selling root beer floats and homemade baked treats in front of the Garrison during Community Appreciation Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will also have a sale of donated antiques and vintage collectibles in the courtyard between the Garrison building and the main museum.

JAK’S PRODUCE Fresh veggies & fruit Friday afternoon July 20 Saturday, July 21, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on 7th Street between Market & Water Streets, Meeker. More info. (970)216-9650.

AUCTIONS

MOVING AUCTION, Saturday, July 21, 10 a.m., 110 Pine St., Dixon, Wyo. Modern furniture, appliances, etc., antiques & collectables, tools, tack, camp items, van, guns, ammo, trailer house to be moved and more. Owners: Janice & Ray Lloyd. For more info., call Steve Claypoole, CP Auction Service (970)260-5577. See web: www.cpauction.com “Call me about a sale for you!”

Moving and Consignment Auction Sat. July 21, 10 a.m. Garfield County Fairgrounds, Rifle, Colo. Appliances and household misc., antique & collectables, hand and electric tools, camping, hunting and fishing, To consign call, Ralph Fritzlan, auctioneer, Silvernickelauction.com (970)283-5416 or (970)571-1608.

Living Estate Auction, Saturday, July 28, 10 a.m., 830 Main St., Meeker, Colo. Household, furniture, appliances, antique and collectables – glass, furniture, tools, guns & ammunition, hand & electric tools, ATV 4×4, trailer, 50 years of collecting. Ralph Fritzlan – auctioneer, www.Silvernickelauction.com (970)283-5416 or (970)571-1608.

FREEBIES

14’x65′ 3 BDR, 2 BA mobile home. FREE, you haul away. (970)878-0790.

FURNITURE/HOME FURNISHINGS

Large entertainment center, oak, glass. In 3 parts, waiting in our garage. We need to get it sold, $200 OBO. 878-4540 or 756-2855.

HUNTING

WANTED: Elk & deer landowner tags any season. Call Dave (435)586-8257.
Want to buy landowner vouchers 3rd rifle season Units 11/211. Call (979)732-7041.

MISCELLANEOUS

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

PERSONALS

Hay Rodeoers! Did the bull miss you, but gore your best riddin’ jeans? Better call The Seamstress at 878-3193.

YARD SALES

861 Market St.- U Lock It Storage Shed (Meeker): Saturday, July 21, 9 a.m. to ?? Furniture, dishes, books, clothes.

235 Water St. (Meeker): Saturday, July 21, 9 a.m. to ?? Furniture, tools, household, portable swamp cooler, misc.

Community Yard Sale sponsored by ERBM Rec & Park District, July 21 on 5th St. between Main & Park, Meeker, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. (NO EARLY BIRDS). Enjoy FREE community Appreciation Day activities including games, ice cream and a Matt Holliday band concert on the Courthouse Lawn at the same time.

1891 County Rd. 12 – Fritzlan’s Guest Ranch (Meeker): RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT SALE & MISCELLANEOUS. RAIN OR SHINE! Weds. July 25 through Sun. July 29, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cafe dishes, padded captain chairs with rollers, gas deep fat fryer, beer cooler, stainless steel refrigerator, milk machine, steam table, portable salad bar, 36-inch gas (jetted for propane) range, electric dryer, kids’ toys, Little Tyke’s toys, car seats, bathroom sinks, stainless steel kitchen sink, horse collars – good shape. Lots of miscellaneous.
637 County Road 6 – behind Coal Creek School House (Meeker): YARD SALE, Sat. 7/21, 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. We’re moving and don’t have room. Trampoline, household items, tires, tools and more, 878-0080.

HELP WANTED FULL TIME

Energetic people needed for the front of the house at Ma Famiglia Restaurant. Full-time day positions. Pick up an application at 401 Market St., Meeker.

HELP WANTED – GENERAL

The New Creation Child Care Center is now hiring a full-time state certified director to run our new child care center opening in September. The applicant is expected to have at least 2 years experience as well as a current state certificate. As director you will be the overseer of 24 to 30 children during hours of operation. The director will report to the senior pastor of New Creation Church of Meeker. Interviews begin July 24.Please mail your resume and list 3 references (no relatives) to: New Creation Church of Meeker, PO Box 1062, Meeker, CO 81641.

Counter person, experience preferred, but will train. Apply in person at McGuire Auto Parts, 314 Market St., Meeker.

Colorado West Mental Health in Rio Blanco County is looking for an entry level counselor (Colorado West is willing to help someone grow their skills in this area.) Job includes some crisis work with training provided. Bachelor’s in education or human services needed. Please contact Colorado West (970)878-5112 or you can submit your resume and application on line at: cwjobs.com

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 primarily daytime shifts but also be available for other shifts; early morning, evening, split and/or weekend shifts; 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 $10 $12.71/hr. Excellent benefit package included. 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. www.MeekerRecDistrict.com Applications will be accepted through July 27.

Rio Blanco BOCES is currently seeking applications for Para-Educators for the 2012-13 school year at Rangely Junior Senior High School, Rangely, CO. Classified application can be found on our web-site www.rioblancoboces.com Please send applications to: Rio Blanco BOCES, 402 W. Main St., Suite 219 Rangely, CO 81648. For more information contact Teresa Schott (970)675-2064 [email protected]

Personal assistant need urgently for resolving issues, check mail, pick up deliveries, grocery shopping, banking and bill payment. Pays $480/week. Send your resume or interesting letter to: [email protected] or call 719-425-8961.
Rio Blanco BOCES is currently seeking applications for Special Education Teachers for the Rangely Junior Senior High School for the 2012-2013 school year. Applicants must be licensed or be eligible for a Colorado teaching license. Please contact Rio Blanco BOCES at 402 W. Main Street, Suite #219, Rangely, CO 81648, (970)675-2064. Rio Blanco BOCES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOUSEKEEPING. The ERBM Recreation & Park District is seeking non-exempt, part time Housekeeping staff; 23 hours per week or less, without benefits; evening hours 6pm to 12:30AM. The Housekeeping Staff is responsible for general cleaning and light maintenance of district facilities as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor. Qualifications include, but are not limited to: applicant must be 18 years of age or older; be available to work evenings and weekends; possess high school diploma or GED; read, write, speak and understand English. Hiring range $13.65 – $15.17 per hour. 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. www.MeekerRecDistrict.com. Applications will be accepted through July 20. ERBM Recreation & Park District is an equal opportunity employer.

Vacancy Notice July 11, 2012 School Health Nurse – Part-Time Position Qualifications: Bachelors of Science in Nursing, hold a valid Colorado Registered Nurse License; or, Bachelors Degree, current National Certification in school nursing, and three years of experience in school nursing. Responsibilities: Possess supervisory skills in communication, consultation, training, and monitoring; serve as health consultant and resource person in health education; assist in maintenance of school health policy and procedures. This is a flexible part-time position consisting of approximately 320 hours per year. Contact: Meeker School District Re-1 Administration Office 555 GarfieldStreet P.O. Box 1089 Meeker, CO 81641 Telephone: (970) 878-9040 Fax: (970) 878-3682 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.meeker.k12.co.us The Meeker Re-1 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REAL ESTATE – HOMES MEEKER

$395,000 for newer 3600 sq. ft. home located at 1452 Mountain View Rd, Sage Hills. 4 BDR, 3 BA, office, great room, rec/theater room, work shop, 3 car garage. Virtual tours and more details at www.WesternSlopeFSBO.com and www.meekercolorado.com Motivated seller, call (970)243-7083.

REAL ESTATE – HOMES RANGELY

FSBO 1242 La Mesa Circle in Rangely, 3 BDR, 2.5 BA, 2154 sq. ft., large living room main floor, full finished basement, 2-car garage, central air, sprinkler system, fenced yard, great location. Asking $232,000. 675-2260home, (970)629-3262.

Beautiful two story home on 0.5 acres. 1727 sq. ft., attached double car garage, 3 BDR, 2.5 BA (master bath has jetted tub), beautiful gas fireplace. Price reduced to $230,000. (970)629-5939.

House for Sale in Rangely: 723 E. Rio Blanco Ave., 1529 sq. ft., 4 BDR, 2 BA, $149,900. For more information, call (970)620-2033 or visit: www.owners.com/MDG2610.

NEW LOWER PRICE!!! 2900 sq. ft. tri-level home for sale in Rangely. Priced at $229,000. $ BDR, 3.5 BA, 2-car attached garage, all new flooring. Located on a large corner lot, 240 Ridge Rd. If interested, please contact Michelle at (970)629-5078. Also, pictures available at westernslopefsbo.com

RENTALS – MEEKER

1 BDR, 1 BA house, $575/month + utilities. No smoking, pets negotiable. $575 deposit. Lease through May 2013. (970)379-7234.

House For Rent, 637 County Road 6, 4 irrigated pastures, 10.5 acres, 5 BDR, creek frontage, great fishing. Available Sept. 1, $1,400/month. Damage deposit, quiet country living. (970)210-1125 or (970)623-1494

Move-in special. Call for details.2 BDR, 1.5 BA, townhome, back privacy fenced yard, NP. 878-0790.

For rent: House – 1269 Park Ave., 3 BDR, 1 BA house, partially furnished, rent negotiable. (970)625-0142 or (970)216-7653 cell.

CLEAN 3 BDR, 2 BA home. Washer, dryer, garage, deck with views. $1100/month + deposit, year lease. No smoking, pet considered. (970)261-8912.

Nice 3 BDR, 2 BA home in Sage Hills, attached 2-car garage, washer and dryer included. (970)878-5191.

Newly remodeled 1 BDR, 1 BA apartment. Available Aug. 2, $500/month, all utilities included. 1st month, deposit & good references required. (970)220-2150.

Newly remodeled 2 BDR, 1 BA apartment, everything new, all utilities, $650/month. 1st month, deposit & references required. (970)220-2150.

Furnished studio apartment, $425/month + deposit. 878-5367 or 878-3736.

LIKE NEW completely remodeled 5 BDR, 3 BA, 2 car garage, fireplace, NS/NP. Available now, $950/month+deposit. (303)521-1084 or (303)657-9050.

2 BDR duplex, all appliances including washer/dryer, 1.5 BA, covered carport with large storage shed, fenced backyard, pet negotiable, $550/month + $650 damage deposit. Available July 10. (970)878-5486 or (916)873-3659.

Furnished and unfurnished apartments for rent. Also have 2 BDR, 1.5 BA townhouse for $600/month + electricity. 878-3363.

2 BDR townhouse for rent. Contact (970)620-3038.

Clean 1 BDR, 1 BA apartment. Price reduced to $450/month. (970)220-2150.
2 BDR townhouse, all appliances including washer and dryer, covered patio, covered parking. Landlord pays water and sewer. $550/month plus $650 damage deposit. Available 4/1. 878-5486 or 916-873-3659.

1 BDR, 1 BA upstairs apartment. Price reduced to $425/month. First & deposit required. All utilities included. (970)220-2150.

Available now! 2 BDR, 1 BA, water, sewer & trash paid. No pets. $650/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.

APARTMENTS AT 680 WATER STREET VERY NICE, unfurnished 2 BDR, 1 BA. On-site laundry, large backyard. ON THE RIVER. Rents from $550-$650 plus electricity with 6 or 12 month lease. Month-to-month options, also available. Storage units available for renters. NO PETS. 970-878-5187.

Storage Depot 10×25 unit. Ask about our Spring special. 878-4808.

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

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.

RENTALS – RANGELY

Commercial office space available in Hugus Building, downtown Meeker. 878-4138.
SILVER SAGE RV PARK (970)675-2259 RV Spaces for rent. Manager: Heath GeBauer (970)675-2259 (970)846-4293 Fax: (970)675-5509.

MOTORCADE – MISCELLANEOUS

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

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.

MOTORCYCLES

1981 Yamaha Virago 750cc motorcycle, custom two person seat, storage/helmet trunk, windshield, new battery, shop manual, maintenance done, good mpg, $900. (970)878-5808.

1999 Honda Shadow motorcycle 1100cc, new tires, new battery, very low miles, custom paint job, always garaged, $4500. 878-3640.

UTILITY TRAILERS

2007 homemade 6 ft. x 16 ft. bumper pull utility trailer, tandem axle, sturdy, good for hauling UTV, etc. $600. (970)878-3439 or (970)261-4146.

2001 18 ft. flatbed trailer, great condition, bumper pull, 2-5/16″ hitch, all steel deck with hide-away tie down loops, double axle with brakes, spare tire, ramps, 2 rear stabilizer jacks when loading cars, whole trailer Rhino lined, $2800 with tool box or $2750 without. Call (970)261-4797 in Rangely.

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.

PUBLIC NOTICE – RIO BLANCO COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION HEARING. Notice is hereby given that the Rio Blanco County Planning Commission will hold two public hearings to consider the following: Consideration of draft Article 1(General Administration) and Article 2 (Land Use Change Permit) of the new proposed Rio Blanco County Land Use Resolution. The first review of these drafts will be heard on July 12, 2012 in Meeker beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado. The second review will be heard on July 26, 2012 in Rangely beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Annex, 17497 Hwy 64, Rangely, Colorado. Both locations will have video-conferencing capabilities. Copies of the documents are available online at: http://co.rio-blanco.co.us/development/ or may be obtained from the Planning and Development Department at200 Main Street in Meeker, Colorado. For more information, please call (970)878-9580 Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. Publish: June 7, 2012, July 5, 2012 & July 19, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.

PUBLIC NOTICE – RIO BLANCO COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION HEARINGS. Notice is hereby given that the Rio Blanco County Planning Commission will hold two public hearings to consider the following: Consideration of draft Article 4 (Permit Application and Review Procedures For Land Use Changes Not Involving Division of Land) and Article 12 (Enforcement, Violations and Penalties) of the new proposed Rio Blanco County Land Use Regulations. The first review of these drafts will be heard on July 26, 2012 in Rangely beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Annex, 17497 Hwy 64, Rangely, Colorado. The second review will be heard on August 9, 2012 in Meeker beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado. Both locations will have video-conferencing capabilities. Copies of the documents are available online at http://co.rio-blanco.co.us/development/ or may be obtained from the Planning and Development Department at 200 Main Street in Meeker, Colorado. For more information, please call (970) 878-9580 Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. Publish: June 21, 2012, July 19, 2012 & August 2, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
NOTICE AS TO BUDGET SUPPLEMENTAL – The Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners will be considering a budget supplemental resolution on July 23, 2012, 11:30 a.m. County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado. The proposed resolution is for the purpose of appropriating sums of money to defray expenses in excess of amounts budgeted for the 2012 budget year in the following funds: General Fund, Impact Fee Trust Fund, and the Road & Bridge Fund. The resolution may be viewed at the offices of the County Clerk and Recorder, 555 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado, and the County Clerk and Recorder Office in the Western Annex Building, 17497 State Highway 64, Rangely, Colorado, and are open for public inspection 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. on normal work days. Publication date: July 12, 2012 and July 19, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
TOWN OF DINOSAUR DISBURSEMENTS FOR JUNE 2012. VENDOR, DESCRIPTION, TOTAL. Gross Salaries, $4,809.02; Contract Labor, $- ; P.E.R.A., Monthly Contributions, $1,040.32; Colorado Dept. of Revenue, CWT, $102.00 ; First National Bank of the Rockies, FWT/Med, $423.46; Centurylink, Phone, Fax, $246.05; Gateway Services, Gas, Oil, Grease, $797.70; Moon Lake Electric, Electricity, $1,399.93; Rangely Trash Service, Trash Service, $84.05; Rio Blanco Herald Times, Disbursements, $19.50; White River Electric, Internet service, $14.99; Garfield & Hecht P.C., Professional services, $257.50; Mesa County Health Dept, Water test, $20.00; Caselle Inc., Support, $251.00; Rangely Auto Parts, Brakes, pads, filters, $200.11; Zions, Cement & posts for fence, $374.40; Walmart, Bleach, tissue, paper towels, $104.83; Grand Junction Pipe & Supply, Hydrant parts, $36.08; Rangely True Value, Sprinklers, $34.48; Moffat County, Law Enforcement, $12,000; FedEx, Postage, $55.54; The Mountain States, Pulled & replaced pump, $9,447.35; Lightning Haul, Picked up crack seal, $682.50; TOTAL ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, $32,400.81 ; Published: July 19, 2012; Rio Blanco Herald Times.
PUBLIC NOTICE – RIO BLANCO COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS HEARING. Notice is hereby given that on Monday, August 20, 2012 the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing beginning at 1:15 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado, to consider the following: Cooper Minor Subdivision #12-04 and Rezoning #12-05 – the applicant, Howard Cooper, is proposing the Cooper Minor Subdivision, a three-lot subdivision creating two 2.5-acre lots and one 32.78-acre lot. Also proposed is the rezoning of the 2.5-acre lots from Agriculture to Rural Residential, with the larger lot maintaining the Agriculture zoning. The subject property is located in the SE1/4NE1/4 of Section 36, T1N, R91W, 6th P.M., approximately a half mile east of County Road 14, PIN# 141536400014. Copies of the documents may be obtained from the Planning and Development Department at 200 Main Street in 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. Published: July 19, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
TOWN OF MEEKER BOARD OF TRUSTEES – Tuesday July 24, 2012 – 7:00 P.M. Town Hall 345 Market Street, Meeker, CO (5:00 P.M.- Board Tour of Town Infrastructure). I. Call to Order: A. Pledge of Allegiance. II. Roll Call. III. Approval of the Agenda. IV. Approval of the Previous Minutes. V. Approval of Monthly Disbursements. VI. Public Participation. VII. Staff Updates. VIII. New Business: A. Public Hearings- 7:00 p.m.: 1. Request from Gofer Foods of Meeker for a 3.2 Percent Beer Retail Liquor License renewal. B. Request from Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials to pay Ute Park Water Pump bills and to change internal fencing configurations at Ute Park. VIII. Mayor’s remarks. IX. Town Manager’s Reports. X. Town Attorney’s Report. XI. Other Board Business. XII. Adjournment. Published: July 19, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
LEGAL NOTICE – The Board of County Commissioners will meet in session on August 13, 2012, 1:15 p.m., County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, Colorado, to consider a petition to vacate a portion of County Road 67; said road from the Sullivan Kelley boundary line to the north to its terminus at the southern boundary of the John Shepherd property. A copy of the legal description is available for public inspection at the office of the County Clerk and Recorder during normal business days and hours. Publish: July 19 and August 9, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
RIO BLANCO COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 26, 2012 – 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: a) Second consideration of draft Article 1 (General Administration) and Article 2 (Land Use Change Permit) of the new proposed Rio Blanco County Land Use Resolution. b) First consideration of draft Article 4 (Applications and Process) and Article 12 (Enforcement). 5. Discussion of Work in Development (Plan, Processes, Standards, etc.) and/or Administrative Matters: 6. Old Business: 7. Adjourn. 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: July 19, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
PUBLIC NOTICE – The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regularly scheduled board meeting on Monday, July 23, 2012, at the County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, CO. Tentative Agenda – 11:00 a.m. Board of Commissioners: a. Pledge of Allegiance, b. Changes to the Agenda, c. Consideration of approval of the Board minutes of July 16, 2012 meeting, d. Termination Agreement & Release, e. Other. 11:05 a.m. Resolutions: a. Budget Supplemental. 11:10 a.m. Bid Award and Contract Signing: a. 2012 Pavement Marking Paint Project. 11:15 a.m. Bid Opening: Fleet Management: a. 2 All Wheel Drive Motorgraders w/attachments, b. Landfill Cover Machine (Hydro Mulcher), 11:20 a.m. Contracts and Agreements: a. Columbine Park Horse Stall Unit, b. Columbine Sound System, c. Columbine Announcers Booth. 11:30 Public Comment. 11:40 a.m. County Commissioners Updates. Break. 1:15 p.m. Hearings: Planning – a. Watson Family Revocable Trust is requesting a conditional use permit for three existing single family dwellings and two new additional residential dwelling on the property located at 840 CR 4, Meeker, Colorado. OTHER COUNTY BUSINESS. County Commissioners Board Meetings are held in the County Administration Building, 200 Main, Meeker, Colorado. Board meetings in Rangely are held at the County Annex Building, 17497 Hwy 64, Rangely, Colorado. Administrative work sessions are usually held in the County Administration Building, 200 Main Street, Meeker, Colorado, and in the Board Meeting Room in Rangely. Work sessions are generally held daily in Meeker. Work Sessions may change depending on scheduling conflicts or changes. 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: July 19, 2012 Rio Blanco Herald Times.
PUBLIC NOTICE – CUT AND REMOVE WEEDS. TOWN ORDINANCE 221 SEC 2 1968 REQUIRES THAT OWNERS OF LAND WITHIN THE TOWN OR ANY AGENT IN CHARGE OF SUCH PROPERTY ARE REQUIRED TO CUT AND REMOVE THE WEEDS, BRUSH,INCLUDING WEEDS THAT HAVE GROWN ALONG ALLEYS AND IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO SUCH PROPERTY. A WRITTEN NOTICE MAY BE SERVED UPON THE OWNER OR AGENT AND IF NOT COMPLIED WITH BETWEEN THE 10TH AND 20TH DAYS OF JUNE AND BETWEEN THE 1ST AND 10TH DAYS OF AUGUST, THE OWNER MAY BE CITED AND REQUIRED TO APPEAR IN MUNICIPAL COURT OR THE TOWN WILL CUT THE WEEDS AND ASSESS A TAX LIEN AGAINST THE PROPERTY IN WHICH THE WEEDS AND BRUSH HAVE BEEN REMOVED. ATTEST: SCOTTMESZAROS, TOWN ADMINISTRATOR Publish: June 28 and July 19, 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 JUNE, 2012. You are hereby notified that you will have until the last day of August, 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. 12CW36 RIO BLANCO COUNTY. White River. Application for Finding of Reasonable Diligence. Applicant: Out S., L.L.C., c/o Scott Balcomb and Sara Dunn, Balcomb & Green, P.C., P.O. Drawer 790, Glenwood Springs, CO 81602, Telephone: (970) 945-6546. Structure: Jensen Pump and Pipeline. Orig. Decree: 10/26/1978; Case No.: W-3658, Water Ct, Water Div. No. 5. Subsequent decrees awarding diligence: Case No. 82CW212, 86CW239, 92CW219, 99CW07 and 05CW154. Description of the pt. of diversion: S. bank of the White River at a pt. located S. 60 deg. 20′ W., 1606.5 ft. from the N.E. Corner of Sec. 32, T. 1 N., R. 94 W., 6th P.M., depicted on survey attached to app. Approp. Date: 9/20/1977. Amt: 5.0 c.f.s. Use: Dom., irr., mun., ind., comm. and fire prot.. Remarks: The water rights were Orig. adjud. for mun. use. Upon making these water rights absolute, in full, Applicant agrees to abandon the mun. use designation, if a municipality or special district has not assumed operation of the water system, and Applicant will seek only to make the individual uses identified above including dom., irr., ind., comm. and fire prot. absolute. A complete list of diligence activities are on file with this Court. Remarks: During the diligence period, Jensen Ranch, Ltd. transferred all of its interests in the subject water rights to Out South, L.L.C. A copy of the Notice of Transfer and the Bargain and Sale Deed reflecting the same are attached to app.. Owners of the land upon which any structure is or will be located, upon which water is or will be stored, or upon which water is or will be placed to beneficial use: Applicant and Douglas A. and Debra M. Overton, P.O. Box 7, Meeker, CO 81641. 15 pgs. THE FOLLOWING PAGES comprise a resume of Protests to the Abandonment List filed on or before the June 30, 2012 deadline. It is hereby ordered that all persons affected by an individual protest to the Abandonment List shall enter their appearance in such protest no later than August 31, 2012. 2012CW50, RIO BLANCO COUNTY, White River. Merilee Slack and Ryan Slack, 7032 County Rd 2, Rangely, CO 81648, 970-270-8151, [email protected], c/o their attorney, Kirsten M. Kurath, Williams, Turner & Holmes, P.C., PO Box 338, Grand Junction, CO 81502, 970-242-6262, [email protected]. Protest to Revised Abandonment List. Structure: Robinson-Wardell Pump No. 6; Original Decree: March 8, 1978, Case No: W-3118, Water Division No. 5; Location and legal description: The decreed point of diversion for Robinson Wardell Pump No. 6 as recognized in Case No. W-3118 is at a point North 3 38’11” East, 1,255.5 feet from the southwest corner of Section 11, Township 1 North, Range 103 West. This places the structure at a point 1,253 feet from the south section line and 80 feet from the west section line of said Section 11; Source: White River; Appropriation: July 17, 1974; Amount: 9.0 c.f.s.; Amount listed as having been abandoned: 4.668 c.f.s. Use: Irrigation; Number and Page Number where listed on Abandonment List: Former District #43, Page 4 (December 19, 2011); Factual and legal basis for Protest: Protestants own 1.4 c.f.s. of the Robinson-Wardell Pump No. 6 water right described above. This Protest is being filed at the suggestion of the Division Engineer in order to confirm with an Order of the Court that Protestants’ 1.4 c.f.s. of the Robinson-Wardell water right is not included on the December 19, 2011 Revised Abandonment List for Water Division No. 6. Protestants have been using their portion of the Robinson-Wardell water right. See Lengel v. Davis, 141 Colo. 94, 100-01, 347 P.2d 142, 146 (finding that an undecreed change in point of diversion, rather than proving abandonment, showed an intent not to abandon.); Remarks: Consistent with the Protestants’ discussions with the Division Engineer prior to the entry of the Revised Abandonment List, Protestants intend to file a change application this year for their 1.4 c.f.s. of the Robinson-Wardell Pump No. 6 water right. (3 pages) ROUTT COUNTY COMBINED COURT WATER DIVISION 6, By: /s/ Sharon Martin, Court Judicial Assistant Published: July 19, 2012 in Rio Blanco Herald Times.
COMBINED NOTICE CRS 38-38-103 FORECLOSURE SALE NO. 12-15. To Whom It May Concern: This Notice is given with regard to the following described Deed of Trust: On May 9, 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): Brian E. Welder and Carla S. Welder; Original Beneficiary(ies): FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF THE ROCKIES; Current Holder of Evidence of Debt: BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING. LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP; Date of Deed of Trust: 5/10/2004; County of Recording: Rio Blanco; Recording Date of Deed of Trust: 5/10/2004; Recording Information(Reception Number and/or Book/Page Number): 278492; Original Principal Amount: $184,775.00; Outstanding Principal Balance: $138,014.96. 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 3, BLOCK 6 SAGE HILLS SUBDIVISION TOWN OF MEEKER, COLORADO ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF FILED AUGUST 22, 1980 AS DOCUMENT NO. 196641 Also known by street and number as: 1393 Ridge Road, 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, 09/05/2012, 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: 7/12/2012. Last Publication: 8/9/2012. 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 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; 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: 05/09/2012 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 # 1269.20049 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 6/2011.

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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.
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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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