Fire danger low, but caution urged

RBC | Fire danger is low in Rio Blanco County, which means the current potential for large intense wildfires is at a minimum. However fire safety always needs to be observed as lighter vegetation, like grass and brush, can dry out quickly and when combined with dead vegetation from last year, can easily catch and [...]

OHV Club meets today

MEEKER | The OHV Club will meet today at 7 p.m. at Kilowatt Korner.

Donations sought for Okla. tornado victims

MEEKER | If you wish to help the victims of the Monday tornadoes in Moore, Okla., Rocky Mountain Hair Benders hair and nail salon at 640 Main St. in Meeker will be the drop-off site for non-perishable foods and clothes of all sizes and for all ages by Friday at 10 a.m.

Colorado state motto sought

RBC | Today through May 31, Colorado residents are urged to submit a motto to help shape the future identity of our state as part of Gov. John Hickenlooper’s “Making Colorado” branding initiative.

Traffic delays possible in area

RBC | According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, there are two current road projects under way in the Rio Blanco County area that are subject to causing area delays:

MES offers parent summer survival ideas

MEEKER | “I’m Bored; What Can I Do?” is the topic of discussion as part of a Meeker Elementary School presentation of parent summer survival ideas offered Monday, May 20 at 6 p.m. at the school.

Meeker artist’s reception on Friday

MEEKER | Wendll’s Wondrous Things in Meeker will host a reception showcasing the artwork of part-time Meeker resident and artist Patti Smithers on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.

Enefit American Oil presentation today

MEEKER | Enefit American Oil will offer a presentation today in Meeker regarding its planned oil shale project in the southern part of the Uintah Basin just west of the Colorado border.

New CDOT engineer for part of county

RBC | The Colorado Department of Transportation has announced the promotion of Grand Junction resident engineer Jason Smith to West Program Engineer in Region 3, which includes part of Rio Blanco County.

Traffic closures possible in area

RBC | According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, there are two current road projects under way in the Rio Blanco County area that are subject to causing area delays:

State motto sought from state residents

RBC | Today through May 31, Colorado residents are urged to submit a motto to help shape the future identity of our state as part of Gov. John Hickenlooper’s “Making Colorado” branding initiative.

Meeker Rec. Center to close for a week

MEEKER I The Meeker Recreation Center will be closed for its annual shutdown beginning May 19 and continuing through May 27 in recognition of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume at 5 a.m. on May 28.

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