RANGELY I In recent years, antler collecting has become a lucrative endeavor for many people, with antlers being used for everything from chandeliers to dog chews.
Month: March 2014
81st annual Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue Banquet…
Meeker Fire Chief Steve Allen, left, looks on as Frank Cooley gives the invocation at the 81st annual Meeker Volunteer Fire and Rescue Banquet on Saturday night. A number of awards were presented and the firemen and women of the department were honored for the tireless work they do.
3 free turkey hunts set
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering three young hunters a chance to win a mentored spring turkey hunt on private land near Meeker on April 12 and 13.
Letter to the Editor: Another plea to save the old school
Dear Editor: This is an open letter to the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners. Although I am a registered voter in Rio Blanco County, I am currently assigned and working overseas for the U.S. Government. Despite being halfway around the world, I am pleased to regard Meeker as my[Read More…]
Dolphin trip benefit bingo set
MEEKER I Meeker students who are participating in this summer’s dolphin research trip to Belize are holding a fundraiser chili supper, Bingo and bake auction Wednesday. The event begins with supper at 6 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker and is followed by Bingo, beginning at 6:30[Read More…]
Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby race …
On Jan. 29, Cub Scout packs 189 and 191 of Rangely got together to try their talents at Pinewood Derby car racing.
Letter to the Editor: Thanks for help with light pole damage
Dear Editor: I would like to extend a special thanks to the Meeker Urban Fund, Above All Electrical Solutions and the citizens of Meeker for payment on the repairs to our light poles lining the entrance to the Green Ridge Place Apartments driveway.
Letter to the Editor: Foundation Dinner Dance tops busy day
Dear Editor: We at Colorado Northwestern Community College know there are several important events scheduled for Saturday, March 29 in addition to our annual CNCC Foundation Dinner and Dance.
Dogs serious threat to area deer and elk
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) is issuing a warning to people whose dogs chase wildlife: Keep them under control and away from deer, elk and other wild animals or face the possibility of steep fines and the loss of a beloved pet.
Dr. Seuss…
Oh, the places you’ll go when you have a Dr. Seuss party! Roughly 200 guests enjoyed a delightful evening recently at Meeker Elementary School.
Cowboys finish fourth in Steamboat
MEEKER I “It was a pretty tough tournament up there,” Barone Middle School wrestling coach Lee Overton said of the competition at the annual Carl Ramunno Memorial Tournament in Steamboat Springs.
Coombs wins Steamboat tournament
RANGELY I The Rangely Middle School wrestling team competed in Steamboat Springs on Saturday and returned with several placers, including champion Tytus Coombs.
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The Grand Opening of The Museum Store is at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 4 at Heritage (594 Main St. ~ The Hugus Building) in Meeker. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-museum-store-opens-saturday-at-heritage/meeker/
19 hours ago
Panther track pulls back-to-back meets prepping for state. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/panther-track-pulls-back-to-back-meets/sports/
2 days ago
With two weeks to the state track competition, the Cowboys are headed to the league meet in Grand Junction this weekend. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/mhs-track-team-heads-to-league-meet/sports/
2 days ago
This is the 22nd year wildlife biologist Mary Cunningham has introduced classes of students from Meeker Elementary and Barone Middle School, as well as members of the public, to our local assortment of birds in honor of World Migratory Bird Day. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/celebrating-our-migratory-birds/meeker/
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There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
4 days ago
As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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