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A picture of service

RANGELY I Educators make such a significant impact on a community, their influence extending far beyond the classroom. Small, rural communities are fortunate when one exceptional teacher moves in and intends to remain for the duration of their career. The benefits are simply immeasurable when that person is married to[Read More…]

June 14, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

A heart for the mountains, inside and out

MEEKER I The recent Memorial Day wreath presentation at Highland Cemetery was beautiful. From the perfectly groomed grounds to the remarkable people involved, it is a special event every year.

June 6, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

A “Hart” of gold

MEEKER I She came to Meeker in 1930 on horseback, accompanied by her brother, six horses and 16 head of cattle to live on Lime Kiln. “I don’t know if I have much of a story to tell,” said Ruby Hart, 96.

May 18, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Byers family has long history in Rangely

RANGELY I “I’m thankful for two things, wrinkles don’t hurt and you don’t have to be good at golf to enjoy it,” said Gordon Byers after his retirement in Rangely.

May 4, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Huber loves Rangely

RANGELY I From time to time, in what is often the most unpredictable moment, someone comes along and makes a significant impact on our life. Perhaps it is due to the field in which they work, the manner in which they conduct themselves, or simply a gift. In the case[Read More…]

April 28, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Pharmacy workers recount robbery

RANGELY I When a young man entered the Rangely Pharmacy on Monday, April 16 wearing a ski mask, certified pharmacy technician Marcia Prater initially thought he was ill.

April 26, 2012 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

She came to town in a covered wagon

MEEKER I Last week’s article about the significance of the Old Timers Celebration led to a woman who has attended the event since she was in her early twenties. She was allowed to go with her spouse, a 30-year resident. She has rarely missed the event since then and she[Read More…]

April 13, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Friendship leads to series of successful novels

RANGELY I It is always remarkable to see the talent within our communities. When finding time to talk, and more importantly, to listen, the stories people of Rio Blanco County can tell are intriguing to say the least.

April 1, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

A long history of hard-working people

MEEKER I Joe and Evalyn Carstens have grown up, worked, owned a business, and raised a family in this area. They come from a long history of hard-working people and carry on that tradition.

March 22, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

For the sake of the call

RANGELY I “Always there, always ready” is the motto of the National Guard. Its members, exemplary men and woman devoted to serving and protecting our country, back their words with their actions.

March 15, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

Rangely’s Dynamo: Peggy Rector

RANGELY I A sign in Peggy Rector’s living room reads, “Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever.” This quote hangs on a wall in the house she was married in, built on a foundation that has stood the test of time. It seems there is symbolism in[Read More…]

March 8, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled

A quiet hero

MEEKER I The definition of modesty is “reserve or propriety in speech, dress or conduct, or; the freedom from conceit or vanity.” Modesty, reticence and humility are common characteristics among World War II veterans. The sacrifice of those veterans was anything but modest and yet they speak of it as[Read More…]

March 1, 2012 by Hallie Blunt Comments are Disabled