RANGELY I Rangely’s Homecoming week, themed The Wizard of Oz, kicked off Monday with a week of dress up days and will culminate Saturday night with the annual dance.
Thursday Pep Rally
The Homecoming Pep Rally will begin at 5 p.m. at the recreation center with a chili dinner. The meal is $5 for adults and students, $3 for ages 10 and under. While fire restrictions will prevent the annual bonfire the rest of the rally will begin around dusk near the hockey rink.
Friday Parade and Athletics
The parade will head down Main Street at 1 p.m. followed by volleyball games beginning at 4 p.m. with JV. The undefeated Panther football team will take their turn at 7 p.m. Both sports are taking on the West Grand Mustangs from Kremmling, whose football team is also undefeated and currently ranked second in the state.
Concessions and a carnival will be available during the games with the junior class offering a pulled-pork meal deal.
Saturday Dance and Cross Country
The cross country team will head to Craig for a meet on Saturday. The girls’ team is currently ranked second in the region.
The Homecoming dance will begin with pictures from 7-8:30 p.m. followed by the dance, running until 11 p.m.
By JEN HILL | [email protected]