News Briefs: March 15, 2012

RBC fair board meeting in Rangely Thurs.
RANGELY | There will be a fair board meeting in Rangely at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 22 at the Western Annex.
Dehydrating class in Meeker March 24
MEEKER | Dehydrating class, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 24. For more information, call the Extension Office at 878-9490.
Looking for Old Timer photos for banquet
MEEKER | The Rio Blanco County Pioneers Association (Old Timers) will celebrating its 100th anniversary this year on June 2 and is looking for pictures of the past presidents. If anyone has a picture of a past officer please call Connie Theos at 970-878-5369 or mail to 6909 County Road 49, Meeker, Colo., 81641; or Kay Bivens at 970-878-4866 or mail 1157 Garfield St., Meeker, Colo., 81641. All pictures will be returned to their owners.
Big Game Hunting brochure is available
RBC | The Colorado Parks and Wildlife 2012 Big Game Hunting brochure is now available and limited license applications are being accepted for this fall’s big-game hunts. License applications for deer, elk, pronghorn, moose, sheep and bear are due Tuesday, April 3.
Neilson makes President’s honor roll
meeker | Morgan Neilson made the President’s Dean’s Honor Roll for the fall semester at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Okla. She has a 4.0 GPA and is studying to receive her Bachelor of Science degree with a double major in agricultural communications and animal science.
WRNF seeking job applicants for summer
RBC | The White River National Forest is seeking job applicants for its summer 2012 seasonal hiring. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Upcoming career fairs will be held Thursday, March 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 900 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs; Thursday, March 15 from 2-7 p.m. and Saturday, March 17 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Colorado Mountain College, 3695 Airport Rd, Rifle. You can also visit your local Ranger District: Blanco Ranger District: 220 East Market Street, Meeker, Colo.,  970-878-4039.
County Veterans Memorial donations
meeker | Contributions to the proposed County Veterans Memorial can be sent to: VFW POST 5843, RBC Memorial Fund, Mountain Valley Bank, 400 Main St., Meeker, Colo., 81641
Food Bank will be in Meeker today
MEEKER | Food Bank of the Rockies (FBR) mobile pantry truck will be in Meeker providing assistance to community members today  from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Fairgrounds, 779 Sulphur Creek Rd. For information, Debra Barney 970-878-9650, Jill Bradley 970-243-3937 (FBR). Next dates will be April 12 and May 17.