After time away from education, new Rangely Junior/Senior High principal Berry Swenson is excited to be back in the field he loves RANGELY I Berry Swenson had never been to Rangely before. But, upon visiting for the first time, he could tell right away it seemed a good fit, for[Read More…]
Month: August 2010
KKR stops stock offer
RBC I The Associated Press reported Tuesday KKR & Co., the parent company of private equity firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts, shelved plans for a $500 million stock offering, citing unfavorable market conditions. Henry Kravis owns the Westlands Ranch upriver.
Letter: Thanks to participants in Highway 5 cleanup
I would like to take a minute to thank our oil and gas industry partners: Williams, Encana, Enterprise, XTO, Shell, Halliburton and Whiting, as well as our volunteers Mary K. Eversman and Steve Cox, Rio Blanco County and the RBC Sheriff’s Office for their dedication to the safety and well[Read More…]
He can breathe in a small town
MEEKER I He may have grown up in the suburbs, but a small town suits Shane Tong just fine. Tong, who recently joined the medical staff of Meeker Family Health Center, is happy in his new, smaller surroundings.
History of Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District
In the spring of 2010, many residents within the Yellow Jacket Water Conservancy District raised questions about the history, the future, the motives, and the intentions of the district. Misunderstandings concerning the mission of the board of directors, the district’s history and future dominated much of the discussion.
Letter: Rangely Food Bank in great need of supplies
I am so glad to be back home in Rangely, sure missed the nice weather and good friends. Back working the Rangely Food Bank and we are in great need of supplies. Could use toiletries such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, laundry soap and toilet paper.
Suggested supplies for Meeker schools:
MEEKER I Following are required and optional supplies for students in Meeker schools: • Label all supplies with student’s name in permanent marker. Send supplies in on the first day of school (unless otherwise noted) • Specialists may require additional school supplies after school begins • Tennis shoes are required[Read More…]
2010-11 supply list for Rangely RE-1 schools
RANGELY I All students will be assigned a locker in which to store their backpacks, coats, etc. Please make sure that backpacks are of average size, so as to fit in a locker. If purchasing supplies poses a financial burden, donated supplies are available at Parkview. Kindergarten supply list *Backpack[Read More…]
Letter: Rangely Animal Shelter says thanks
The town of Rangely Animal Shelter would like to thank the Animal Assistance Foundation for the generous spay and neuter grant of $5,000 that was awarded on May 28.
Chambers name members of the week
RBC I This week’s Meeker Chamber Member of the Week is Berry Bros. To read the story, go to www.meekerchamber.com. This week’s Rangely Chamber Member of the Week is Big D’s Carpet Cleaning. For more information, go to www.rangelychamber.com.
All-church picnic set for Sunday, Aug. 22
MEEKER I The annual all-church picnic will be Sunday, Aug. 22 at 1:30 p.m. at the City Park pavilion. Everyone is welcome. Hamburgers and hot dogs with the fixin’s, drinks and tableware will be provided. Bring a covered dish, salad, dessert or other food item to share.
Coroner’s race goes to Krueger
RBC – For nearly three decades, Rio Blanco County’s coroner position was filled by a medical doctor. It will be that way again.
Come say hi!
There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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