RBC I Southern New Hampshire Univeristy (SNHU) recently signed an articulation agreement with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS), representing 13 community college campuses within the state, including Colorado Northwestern Community College in Rangely. The agreement provides CCCS graduates with a direct transition from their associate’s degree into a bachelor’s[Read More…]
Month: July 2015
New smartphone app from sheriff’s office keeps residents informed
RBC I Rio Blanco County Sheriff Anthony Mazzola has released a free mobile application to connect with residents of Rio Blanco County through their smartphones and tablets. The new app allows the Rio Blanco Communications Center to quickly disseminate emergency alerts and post news about missing persons, traffic delays and[Read More…]
Colorado Day, Aug. 3, means free state parks
RBC I Colorado Parks and Wildlife marks Colorado Day, the commemoration of Colorado’s acceptance into statehood, with free park entrance at all 42 state parks on Monday.
Fatal shooting by CPW at Dinosaur is justified
RBC I The District Attorney for the 14th Judicial District released a statement on Thursday stating that the use of deadly force was justified in the shooting of James Damon on March 9 outside of Dinosaur.
Fire Chief Marshall Cook happy with move to Meeker
MEEKER I New Meeker Fire Chief Marshall Cook is the first full-time chief in the history of the Meeker Fire Department and brings with him 30 years of training, experience and vision.
From My Window: Interesting tidbits about tri-county area; RBC county fair rollin’
My windows are so clean this week I could see all the way up to Moffat County, where I encountered the Yampa Valley Data Partners, which shares small snippets of news pertaining to Rio Blanco, Moffat and Routt counties.
Volunteers needed Saturday for Meeker-area trail work
MEEKER I Volunteers are needed Saturday to help expand the popular hiking and biking trail system adjacent to Meeker.
Services set for Jake Massey
MEEKER I A celebration of Jake Massey’s big life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015, at 3 p.m. at the Gillespie House, 38527 Highway 13 (the former Wilson Ranch). The family requests that you bring a small side dish to share and your great memories of Jake!
Rio Blanco County man dies in hiking accident in Trappers Lake area
MEEKER I A 20-year-old Rio Blanco County man died of injuries sustained Sunday while hiking with friends on Himes Peak, 46 miles northeast of Meeker near Trappers Lake, just over the Rio Blanco County line in Garfield County.
After preliminary events, Rio Blanco County Fair moves into full swing
RBC I The Rio Blanco County Fair has had a couple of preliminary events since the July 18 4-H County Shoot-Off, but the fair slips into high gear today at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds in Meeker. From today through Saturday evening, there will be a vast array of events[Read More…]
Classifieds: July 30, 2015
Ads for 07/30/15 ANNOUNCEMENTS ATV, Boat and Snowmobile Owners! You can now renew your Colorado OHV registrations online 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 email to: [email protected] RIO BLANCO Masonic Lodge #80 meets[Read More…]
TELL Survey results mixed at MES
MEEKER I The state’s Teaching, Empowering, Leading and Learning (TELL) Survey has some telling figures regarding Meeker Elementary School, and the perception is that community support for the schools has slid sharply.