On Oct. 5, the Board of Trustees for the town of Meeker passed a resolution in opposition to Amendment 60, Amendment 61 and Proposition 101. While it seems obvious that government would be opposed to any decrease in taxes, there is much more at stake if any of these three[Read More…]
Month: October 2010
Wedding Announcement
Nicole Kinsey Walker and Dwayne Karl Newman were united in marriage on Sept. 20, at the Riu Pacifico Palace in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Dwayne previously resided in Meeker, where he was principal of Meeker High School and later became superintendent of schools in Rangely. Nicole was previously the principal of[Read More…]
Rangely looks to extend stellar season
Lady Panthers have eyes on league title RANGELY I Friday, the Lady Panthers will play their final regular-season volleyball match. But that doesn’t mean the season is over. Far from it. Rangely travels to Kremmling to play West Grand on Friday. The following week is the district tournament, followed by[Read More…]
Chambers name members of the week
RBC I This week’s Meeker Chamber Member of the Week is K&R’s DJ Service. To read the story, go to www.meekerchamber.com. This week’s Rangely Chamber Member of the Week is Blue Mountain Energy-Deserado Mine. For more information, go to www.rangelychamber.com.
Frisby will be homecoming parade marshal
MEEKER I Dale Frisby, who is a regular at Meeker High School sporting events, will be the grand marshal of Friday’s MHS homecoming parade. “I haven’t missed many games since 1948, when I got out of the Navy,” Frisby said. A World War II veteran, Frisby returned to Meeker after[Read More…]
GOP candidate reps in Meeker Friday
MEEKER I Representatives of Republican congressional candidates Ken Buck and Scott Tipton will be here from 4 to 5 p.m. Friday at Ma Famiglia restaurant. The public is invited to attend.
Shifting soils at new school site prompt questions of oversight
Meeker schools have had long history of problems caused by shifting soils Editor’s note: Residents who had problems with the site of the new elementary school shared their concerns long before the situation occurred with the gym. Because of fears about possible retribution for speaking out publicly, they requested anonymity.
Classifieds: October 21, 2010 edition
ANNOUNCEMENTS ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us The Rio Blanco Herald Times accepts all major credit cards. You can fax your classified ad or subscription to (970)878-4016 or e-mail to: [email protected] RIO BLANCO Masonic Lodge #80 meets 2nd and[Read More…]
Board felt site best met district’s needs
Editor’s note: Following the announcement of the temporary closing of the gym at the new Meeker Elementary School, Mary Strang, president of the Meeker School Board, responded to a set of questions about the new school:
Fundraiser Nov. 19 for Kacey Pozorski
MEEKER I A fundraiser, featuring a “Holy Macaroni ‘N’ Cheese” contest, will be held Nov. 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the RBC Fairgrounds to benefit the Kacey Pozorski family. Kacey, 4, has an inoperable brain tumor and has been accepted into a chemotherapy treatment study at the University[Read More…]
Fatality accident Saturday near Maybell
MAYBELL I A 16-year-old Craig boy was killed in a one-vehicle accident Saturday about 20 miles northwest of Maybell. Russell Walsh, 16, was ejected from the 1996 Dodge Ram pickup, driven by Samuel Jesse Sheridan, age 18, of Maybell. Both Walsh and Sheridan were transported by ambulance to Memorial Hospital[Read More…]
Cojocaru completes advanced training
MEEKER I Pvt. Nick Cojocaru was graduated in July from advanced individual training) at Fort Leonardwood, Mo. His parents are Nicolae and Sofia Cojocaru of Moldova. His sister and brother-in-law are also from Moldova. He mother and father-in-law are Terry and Betty Jo Oliver of Rozet, Wyo.
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The Rangely Panthers track and field team traveled to Grand Junction this past weekend to compete in the Phil Wertman Invitational. Catch up online at ht1885.com.
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Natalie Kracht took first in her 100M heat for the MHS Cowboys at the Glenwood Springs Invitational last weekend. Read the full story online at ht1885.com.
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Join the Meeker High School Drama department for their production of Emma TONIGHT for opening day! Performances through Saturday at 7pm. Tickets are $5 and is a family friendly production.
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MHS senior Ryan Sullivan pitching for the Cowboys against Steamboat. Coming off a series of wins against Monte Vista, Steamboat and Cedaredge, the Cowboys play Grand Valley on Saturday, April 20. RHS junior Marcos Quintana pitching for the Panthers. The Panthers play the Aspen Skiers today at home following wins against Dove Creek on April 13.
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The Rangely Preschool Registration Health Fair is tomorrow, April 19th from 8:30 am to 2pm!
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This year’s batch of Mormon crickets are beginning to hatch. Above is a picture of an immature cricket compared to a dime. JANE TURNBURKE PHOTO Read more online at ht1885.com.
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Join Home.Made for their Spring Cleanout Sale for discounts, new spring styles, and preordering your Mother's Day flowers!
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On April 4, the Meeker Lions Club installed new shelving units for the New Eden Pregnancy Care Center. New Eden asked the Lion’s Club to help them come up with more storage for items within the building, and the Lion’s Club raised money to purchase shelves. OPAL MUNGER PHOTO
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