RBC | The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) would like to remind citizens that the possession and use of fireworks on public land are strictly regulated according to Federal laws.
Month: May 2012
PMC Foundation Dinner and Awards
Everyone was all smiles, including Pioneers Healthcare Foundation executive director Margie Joy and Meeker local Matt Holliday, for the fifth annual scholarship — Monte Carlo V – A Night Under the Big Top.”
FFA offers petting zoo
More than 500 people of all ages attended the annual FFA petting zoo Friday, May 4. FFA members provided tours and information for attendees.
LeBlanc earns nod from NWCA
MEEKER I After a successful season on the mat, two University of Wyoming wrestlers were honored for their work in the classroom. Senior Joe LeBlanc and junior Alfonso Hernandez were named to the 2012 National Wrestling Coaches Association All-Academic Individual Team. They are part of a list which totals 87[Read More…]
30-day period to comment on Capitol Christmas Tree Project
RBC I The White River National Forest, Blanco Ranger has provided legal notice of a 30-day comment period for a Decision Memo for the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree project. The proposed action involves selecting and harvesting one tree that will travel to Washington D.C. to decorate the west lawn of[Read More…]
College contributes $79 million
RANGELY I Dr. Nancy McCallin, president of the Colorado Community College System released a study detailing the economic impact the Colorado Community College System’s 13 colleges have on their local communities and on the state as a whole.
Bountiful Baskets…
Bountiful Baskets Food Co-op (BBFC) distributes produce baskets, organic produce baskets, artisan bread and sandwich bread every other week in Meeker and Rangely.
Obituary: Leon Oltmann
Leon Kent Oltmann was born on Aug. 10, 1940, in Shell Rock, Iowa, to Ed and Laura Oltmann.
Loose Ends: A yearly tradition
It appears this year the pranksters are packing. At least that is what their pockets stuffed with clear, plastic tape might indicate. Making midnight visits all over town to darkened doorways and windows, ringing doorbells or knocking on the glass, is the modus operandi for teenagers with too much time[Read More…]
Engaged…
The parents of Fallonn Elise Kiser and Jeffrey Harold Braaten Jr. are please to announce their upcoming wedding.
Rangely concert band competes
Rangely I Despite competing against larger schools and being short on musicians, the Rangely High School concert band brought home first place and best overall trophies from Salt Lake City’s Music in the Parks Festival May 5.
Meeker Celebrations
Meeker Birthdays Jana Whitaker — May 17 Nathan Bradfield — May 17 Gary Zellers — May 17 Dallas Knezovich — May 17 John Mac Sheridan — May 17 McKenna Berthelson — May 18 Billy Bibb — May 18 Scott Hollenbeck — May 19
Come say hi!
Gear up for an unforgettable adventure with the 2024 Ride The Rockies Route, set to unfold from June 9th to 15th! Read all about this new and exciting adventure visiting Meeker this year in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
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Rangely Panther Kobey Chism (#22) has been selected to play in the 2024 8-man football all-state game. He’s sponsored by the Bleed Green Lancaster #17 Foundation. Story at ht1885.com.
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Rio Blanco Fire Protection District (RBFPD) will begin work on a firebreak northwest of the Town of Meeker this month. Read about it online at ht1885.com.
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You can always find a reason to laugh... start with yourself. Hear from our Editor in her column this week online at ht1885.com.
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The amount of money reported lost to fraud and scams in the United States nearly tripled from $3.5 billion in 2020 to $10 billion in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Learn the tricks to help protect yourself and your family in this week’s edition and online at ht1885.com.
3 days ago
About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student. Story at ht1885.com.
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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.
4 days ago
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.
4 days ago
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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