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Month: June 2013
From My Window… Justice Center in Rangely worth considering; prevent tragedy now
Yes, it probably does throw a wrench into the works for the Rio Blanco County commissioners and even the Town of Meeker, but the suggestion put forward by Rangely Mayor Frank Huitt and Rangely Town Manager Peter Brixius that the county should consider putting the new justice center in Rangely[Read More…]
Meeker marketing workshop set
MEEKER I The Meeker Chamber of Commerce will offer a free “Facebook, Email and Mobile Marketing” presentation Wednesday to help local businesses to learn or become more involved in social media to improve marketing.
Community Gardens…
Though it may not look like much is going on above ground, the Rangely Community Gardens areas and family plots have been planted and are beginning to show signs of growth.
Obituary: Angelo Theos
On June 4, 2013, Angelo Thomas Theos left the quiet little town of Meeker, Colo., to be with God. Angelo was born in Craig, Colo., on Jan. 14, 2006, to Molly Turner Theos and Thomas “Willie” Theos. They brought Angelo home to an excited big brother, Sheridan.
Meeker playground, parking lot and pavilion to be closed
MEEKER I Major child-friendly upgrades are coming to the playground at Paintbrush Park.
Rifle State Park and hatchery reopen after Ward Gulch Fire
RIFLE I After being closed due to the Ward Gulch Fire, Colorado State Highway 325 reopened late Monday night, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife reported Tuesday that the public now has full access to Rifle Falls State Park and the Rifle Falls Fish Hatchery.
Two free ERBM concerts on Friday
MEEKER | Free concerts on the Rio Blanco County Courthouse lawn in Meeker, sponsored by the ERBM Recreation and Park District, continue Friday afternoon and evening with two bands.
Mayor, town manager appeal for Rangely to house justice center
RANGELY I Feeling that his town has been left out of consideration for too long, Rangely Mayor Frank Huitt believes the Early Education Center, which is now for sale by Rangely School Ditrict RE-4, would make an ideal location for the new Rio Blanco County Justice Center.
Retirement party held Friday for Rangely’s Paula Davis
RANGELY I A retirement party will be held Friday for Paula Davis, who has been heavily involved in community activities during the 37 years she has lived in Rangely.
Chamber offering free root beer floats
MEEKER | This is National Small Business Week, and the Meeker Chamber of Commerce is celebrating by offering free root beer floats to the public on Friday evening in downtown Meeker.
RBC fairboard meets today in Meeker
RBC | Rio Blanco County Fair Board will hold a meeting today at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Come say hi!
The Barone Middle School track team competed and placed well in the meet in West Grand last weekend. The eighth grade boys won the overall meet. Read the recap online at ht1885.com.
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The Meeker Preschool Roundup will be held this Friday, April 26th from 8am to 4pm!
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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.
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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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