Jeff Kirtland, left, of WPX Energy presented a plaque of appreciation to Rio Blanco County Commissions, second from left to right, Jeff Eskelson, Shawn Bolton and Jon Hill on Tuesday morning for the cooperation between the company and the county over the past couple of years, which, Kirtland said, has[Read More…]
Month: May 2016
Meeker FFA hosts Farm Day May 5
MEEKER I The Meeker FFA Chapter is hosting a “farm day” May 5 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the baseball field between the elementary school and the green 4-H building. This year’s farm day is completely open to the community, and local residents are encouraged to attend. The[Read More…]
Rangely Girl Scouts have serious need for volunteers
RANGELY I The future of Girl Scouts in Rangely is resting in the arms of volunteers to replace the current troop leaders, who are not able to continue as leaders next year, and adult leadership is needed.
Letter to the Editor: Many helped make field trips possible
Dear Editor: In May, the Parkview Elementary Treasure Hunting Club will take two field trips in search of “treasure.” We will be taking the entire fourth- and fifth-grade classes and use high-quality metal detectors, pin-pointers and digging equipment.
Golfers able to brave the cold for tourney
MEEKER I It was a cold and windy Saturday in Meeker, but that didn’t keep more than 20 people off of the golf course to play in the first tournament of the season, a three-person, 27-hole scramble.
Children’s Health Fair…
Earlier in April, the Rio Blanco BOCES hosted its annual Children’s Health Fairs in Rangely and Meeker. The fair, run by the BOCES for many years, provides a wide array of services to young children. At the fair, kids from birth to preschool received developmental screenings for hearing, vision, academics,[Read More…]
Cowboys drop two against state’s best
MEEKER I Wet spring weather canceled one game for the Cowboys last week and they were forced to play the state’s No. 1 team on a neutral field because of poor field conditions at home. The Cowboys, currently 5-9, are playing for a district playoff berth and a win Saturday[Read More…]
Hunting for shed antlers is illegal in Dinosaur
RBC I Gathering shed antlers is a popular and lucrative activity for many people—with antlers used for items ranging from chandeliers, to knife handles, to dog chews. It is that time of year again for monument staff to remind antler hunters that all objects, including deer and elk antlers, within[Read More…]
Donkey basketball…
Thanks to wrestling team supporters
Dear Editor: The Rangely Middle School Wrestling Team would like to thank Professional Touch, Kayla and Claude Rose, Praters Plumbing, Big D’s, Roger and Rosaly Coombs, and Curt and Susie Dembowski for their generous donations and support to this year’s wrestling team. It is much appreciated Jeff LeBleu RMS Wrestling[Read More…]
Union Wireless upgrades two of its towers in Rio Blanco
RBC I Union Wireless continues to invest in Rio Blanco County and improve mobile communications throughout the region by enhancing its already extensive wireless network.
Pioneers Medical Center recognizes its volunteers
MEEKER I April 10-16 is National Volunteer Week, which is a great time to recognize the wonderful people who bring a smile or lend a helping hand to the patients, residents and staff at Pioneers Medical Center (PMC).
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Even with rain and snow coming this weekend, the time is now to start thinking about your gardening plan. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/358647-2/rio-blanco-county/
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The MHS Cowboys are racking up their qualifications for the state meet in May. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/cowboys-travel-to-coal-ridge-rangely-meets/sports/
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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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