RANGELY | Municipalities all over the nation are facing the problem of asbestos ridden buildings and homes. The high expense of abatement can leave these properties both unable to sell or to be renovated, often causing them to slowly become dilapidated and dangerous. Rangely, in cooperation with Rio Blanco County,[Read More…]
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Water treatment plant rehab nears completion
RANGELY | With Rangely’s Water Treatment Plant nearing completion of a five year and $6 million rehabilitation project the town won’t be able to spend much time resting before beginning another major renovation, this time on the Waste Water Treatment Facility. Town Manager Peter Brixius says the Water Treatment Plant[Read More…]
A Magical Night at Hogwarts in Meeker this Saturday
MEEKER | The Hogwarts Express will be making a stop in Meeker this week as the magical world of J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series comes alive. Two exciting events, one tonight and one Saturday, will be hosted by the CSU Extension Office and the 4-H Councils. First up, a Harry[Read More…]
Parkview’s Night at Hogwarts set for Friday
RANGELY | At Rangely’s Parkview Elementary School the annual fall Harry Potter-themed fundraiser has quickly become both a tradition and a community favorite. With the butterbeer brewing and the Sorting Hat ready to work, this year’s “A Night at Hogwarts” is destined to be another success. On Friday, Oct. 27[Read More…]
Ballot drop boxes make it easier than ever to cast your vote
RBC | Voting in this year’s election is going to be as easy as returning a Redbox movie, thanks to new 24/7 ballot drop boxes. “We believe the boxes will help the voters of our county with convenience, saving postage costs and saving the time it takes to bring the[Read More…]
Byron Linden, born here in 1922, may be Meeker’s oldest native
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | “Most of the people I knew are dead,” Byron Linden, 95, said with a chuckle. “The golden years have gotten a little rusty.” As the oldest resident in Meeker who was actually born in Meeker (Jan. 24, 1922), Linden has[Read More…]
Rangely school board candidates share their points of view
EDITOR’S NOTE: In next week’s Herald Times we will provide similar interviews with candidates for the Meeker School Board. RANGELY I On this fall’s ballot there will be a number of questions impacting Rangely schools. In addition to the funding efforts of 3A and 5A there are two school board[Read More…]
Dunham continues to improve following January spinal injury
By Doc Watson Special to the Herald Times MEEKER | After a tragic snowmobile accident on Jan. 8 left Rodney Dunham with a serious spinal cord injury, he has made amazing progress thanks to revolutionary therapy, according to his doctors and therapists. Agreeing with the old adage that things can[Read More…]
County agrees on plan to finish broadband project
By Niki Turner [email protected] RBC | Following news that Colorado Fiber Community (CFC), the company contracted to install broadband infrastructure had run out of money and new connections would slow to a crawl, Rio Blanco County Commissioners met to find a way to finish the project. Commissioner Shawn Bolton said[Read More…]
Bank giving away up to $5,000 for good causes at Fall Festival this Saturday in Meeker
MEEKER | You can get $5 just for showing up Saturday at the Mountain Valley Bank Fall Festival. The annual event, which has provided almost $125,000 to area non-profit groups during the last 13 years, is co-sponsored by Mountain Valley Bank, the Eastern Rio Blanco Metropolitan Recreation and Park District[Read More…]
{Health & Wellness} Meditation: Benefits and getting started
By Stefanie Nielsen Special to the Herald Times RBC | Meditation. Are you doing it? Many people are, not just because it’s becoming more popular, but because they’re experiencing the benefits of it for themselves. Meditation has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety. It also may promote emotional health,[Read More…]
White River Electric donates $10,000 to Meeker Education Foundation
MEEKER | White River Electric Association (WREA) declares its primary purpose is to provide its members with safe, reliable power at the lowest cost possible; but according to board president Bill Jordan, “We strive to go beyond that and to be a valued member of our community.” WREA’s commitment to[Read More…]