February, 2011 | The Herald Times | Serving Meeker, Rangely, Dinosaur & Northwest Colorado

BLM to host public meeting

MEEKER I The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will host a public hearing and scoping meeting on March 1 in Meeker for a proposed wild horse gather later this year in the Piceance-East Douglas Herd Management Area (HMA).

February 26, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Crawford wins two at state tournament

MEEKER I Cowboy sophomore JR Crawford won two matches at the Colorado State Wrestling Championships last weekend in the Denver Pepsi Center and was one win away from getting into the medal round.

February 26, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Sale assessment up for comment

RBC I Environmental assessments for parcels proposed for leasing in northwestern Colorado in its upcoming August 11 competitive oil and gas lease sale.

February 26, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Rangely to hear potential principals

Three principal finalists will answer pre-scripted questions generated from staff and community members March 4, starting at 5 p.m., in the Rangely Jr/Sr High School auditorium.

February 25, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Now is the time for kids to get 2nd flu shot

State influenza experts would like to remind parents that now is the time to get their younger children a second dose of flu vaccine if they fall into the category of children needing two doses this season.

February 25, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Dedication for New Eden Pregnancy Care Services Feb. 27

After several months of planning, praying and fund-raising, New Eden Pregnancy Care Services opened its doors as anticipated Monday, Feb. 21.

February 25, 2011 by Herald Times Staff Comments are Disabled

Brennan family is a testament to tradition

RBC – The snowy meadows will soon be home to this year’s calf crop and local ranchers are once again “living for the spring turnout,” as rancher Bill Brennan says. The Brennan family has been raising cattle and keeping traditional ranching alive for more than 150 years.

February 25, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Up and Down El Rio Blanco: “Thanks”

More than 20 years ago in Steamboat Springs, Father Tom Dentici gave my all-time favorite sermon. I don’t remember it verbatim but the bottom line was: “The ultimate prayer, is a prayer of thanks,” Father Tom said.

February 25, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Gone … but not forgotten

MEEKER I The body of James Sizemore, 19, of Meeker was recovered Monday, Feb. 21, near Sand Peak, approximately 37 miles northeast of Meeker. Sizemore was snowmobiling with a friend Feb. 20 when he was caught in an avalanche and buried under 15 feet of snow. A 911 call was[Read More…]

February 24, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Classifieds: February 24, 2011 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]

February 24, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Funeral Notice: James Oscar Sizemore

James Oscar Sizemore Nov. 25, 1991 ~ Feb. 20, 2011 Viewing/visitation Friday, Feb. 25, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 26, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Meeker Funeral Home Chapel. Memorial Service will be Saturday, Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. Fairfield Center, 200 Main, Meeker. A full[Read More…]

February 23, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Statewide roundtable summit March 3

RBC | Please don’t forget to register by Sunday, Feb. 27 to attend the statewide water roundtable summit on Thursday, March 3. Governor Hickenlooper will kick off the meeting. Please go to www.cfwe.org/summit to register online. Registration is free for roundtable and IBCC members and just $25 for others.

February 23, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled