MEEKER | The community is invited to enjoy the many talents and accomplishments of our local and area crafters Friday, Nov. 3 and Saturday, Nov. 4 at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. It’s a great time to pick up one-of-a-kind gifts for your loved ones, and handmade décor for your[Read More…]
Month: October 2017
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Panthers leave it on the field against 4th ranked Eagles
RANGELY | The Panther football team put on a good show in the first half, in its final home game of the season on Yeager Field last Friday, against the visiting Gilpin County Eagles but they could not prevent the fourth ranked Eagles from coming back in the second half[Read More…]
CNCC late fall community ed classes
MEEKER | Register now for interesting fall classes starting soon. For crafters, card making 201 – Oct. 27-Nov. 11; mosaic garden stone workshop – Friday, Nov. 10; holiday treats workshop is coming Nov. 8 from 6-9 p.m. Get ready for holiday cheer. For further information or to get on a[Read More…]
{Guest Column} Vaccines: A gun cabinet for your immune system
By Julie Drake Special to the Herald Times RBC I I was recently asked at a county emergency medical services council meeting why I was there. Having only been on the job for one month my answer was not eloquent, but I was able to tumble the words communicable disease[Read More…]
A Magical Night at Hogwarts in Meeker this Saturday
MEEKER | The Hogwarts Express will be making a stop in Meeker this week as the magical world of J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series comes alive. Two exciting events, one tonight and one Saturday, will be hosted by the CSU Extension Office and the 4-H Councils. First up, a Harry[Read More…]
Panther basketball B team wins two, loses one
RANGELY | The Rangely Panthers boys’ basketball B team played three games this past Saturday, winning two and losing one. The boys played with confidence in all three games. In the first game out they played West Grand to a 14-12 victory. Leading the way in scoring was Corbin Lucero[Read More…]
4-H clubs host Harry Potter-themed fundraiser Oct. 28 in Meeker
MEEKER | CSU Extension and Rio Blanco County 4-H clubs are hosting a Harry-Potter themed fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 28 from 6-10 p.m. at the Rio Blanco County Fairgrounds. Food, fun, games and STEM activities are part of the planned events suitable for all ages, from toddlers to adults. Tickets are[Read More…]
Cowboys beat Paonia, score more Touchdowns for Kris
MEEKER | The Paonia Eagles had not lost a football game on their home field in Town Park since the 2013 season but last Friday the undefeated Meeker Cowboys broke the Eagles’ streak and scored four more Touchdowns for Kris, in the process. The victory clinched a Western Slope League[Read More…]
Meeker volleyball …
Rangely wins league title in Meeker; district tournament starts Friday
RANGELY | The Western Slope League volleyball championship title was not determined until the final match of the regular season between the two Rio Blanco High school teams, played in the county seat but it was the visiting team, who won the title. Now both Meeker and Rangely will play[Read More…]
MHS football seeks pledges for teacher
MEEKER | The Meeker Cowboys football team is asking for pledges for each touchdown the varsity team makes in the month of October for Touchdowns for Kris, a fundraiser for Barone Middle School teacher Kris Casey, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Sponsors may make a one-time donation or[Read More…]