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

Rangely wrestlers ready for regional tournament

RANGELY I A dual meet between the Panther wrestling team and 3A Grand Valley was cancelled last week but according to head coach Derek Stolworthy, the team has spent the time training in preparation of the state-qualifying regional tournament this weekend at Palisade High School.

February 11, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Judge calls for mistrial

RBC I After six weeks, including jury selection, testimony and five days of jury deliberation, Judge Gail Nichols declared a mistrial in the Jerry Snider Jr. murder trial. A new trial has been set to begin May 4.

February 10, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Classifieds: February 10, 2011 edition

ANNOUCEMENT ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations on line at: www.parks.state.co.us 44444 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 10, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Cold weather closes new school, recreation center

MEEKER I Sub-zero temperatures created several problems at the Meeker Recreation Center and the new elementary school, closing both facilities for at least two days. “Tuesday when it got real cold our heating system went off line that night and when we came in Wednesday morning, it was 32 degrees[Read More…]

February 9, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Meeker Chamber member of the week

MEEKER | The Meeker Chamber of Commerce’s Member of the Week is Enterprise Production Partners, LP. To read their story, you can go to www.meekerchamber.com.

February 9, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

CNCC late spring semester classes

MEEKER | It’s not too late to sign up for late spring classes at the CNCC Meeker Center. For more information, call CNCC Meeker Center 878-5227 or visit cncc.edu for class schedules. Stop by the office Tuesday or Wednesday at 345 Sixth St.

February 9, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Letter: Citizen says “thanks”

Meeker is such a great town to live in. I want to thank all the wonderful people who live here and have helped me out the last couple of months. So many people helped me with both incoming and outgoing packages before Christmas.

February 9, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Wild horse management sustains usage balance

RBC I While we all enjoy seeing wild/feral horses roam free on the range from time to time, BLM is required by law to appropriately manage the land for multiple uses.

February 9, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Water supply challenges for CO

RBC I Colorado faces significant water supply challenges now and in the coming decades as population continues to grow and competition for water intensifies, according to the Statewide Water Supply Initiative (SWSI) 2010 report approved Wednesday by the Colorado Water Conservation Board.

February 8, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled

Up and down el Rio Blanco: After all, it’s just a word

It’s just a word. It was supposed to be funny and in my mind, maybe add a little balance, something I strive for. But it’s not so funny when you have to explain it and that’s what I had to do the other day.

February 7, 2011 by Bobby Gutierrez Comments are Disabled

Atoafa to receive scout award

MEEKER I Alema Atoafa has completed the requirements for Scouting’s highest honor, the Eagle Scout Award, which he will receive at an Eagle Scout Court of Honor to be held at 6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 5, at the Meeker LDS Church at 903 3rd St. Alema is a member of[Read More…]

February 7, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times 1 comment

Letter writer stands by her opinion

With all due respect Mr. Hill, I believe my facts to be just that, facts. If the facts I presented are to be considered “propaganda,” then your facts are also considered “propaganda” as well. You and I are presenting two sides of this issue. My intent is to inform the[Read More…]

February 6, 2011 by Special to the Herald Times Comments are Disabled