By Diane Mitsch Bush Special to the Herald Times RBC | Many economists, tax analysts, nonpartisan organizations like the Joint Committee on Taxation, and former officials from both Republican and Democratic administrations agree that the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will not simplify the tax code, provide long-term tax cuts[Read More…]
Month: November 2017
Lady Cowboys ready to build on successes as they start the season
MEEKER | Second year girls’ basketball coach Jamie Rogers hopes to continue to build on the success of the Meeker High School girls’ sports programs this season and her teams are ready to start the season with new confidence. “With the successes the girls had last year in track and[Read More…]
Lady Panthers open season tonight in WREA Cowboy Shootout
RANGELY | The lady Panther basketball team will open the season tonight in Meeker against the Moffat County Bulldogs in the first round of the White River Electric Association Cowboy Shootout, which begins today at 4:30 p.m. Rangely will also have a JV team, which will play the Grand Valley[Read More…]
BREAKING NEWS: Body discovered west of Rangely
RANGELY | A body was discovered in the White River yesterday approximately four miles west of Rangely at the Texas Beach area. According to a press release from the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Department issued Thursday morning, Rangely resident Luke Scott was duck hunting along the river and reported to[Read More…]
The Upstairs Gallery hosts open house
MEEKER | Kick off your holidays with an open house at The Upstairs Gallery Thursday, Nov. 30 from 5-8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The featured artwork will be paintings by Pat Sheeran-Daggett , ceramics[Read More…]
Community Calendar: November 30, 2017
– Holiday Social Final Deadline Nov. 29. Adults 50-plus are invited to join ERBM for a holiday social on Dec. 7. Register at the rec center or by calling 970-878-3403 by Nov. 29 so an accurate count can be given to the caterer. – The Rangely Moms Group meets the[Read More…]
Classifieds: November 30, 2017
**ANNOUNCEMENTS** Shopping locally for Christmas? Check out THE UPSTAIRS GALLERY for jewelry, ceramics & fine handcrafted items. Wed-Sat, 11:00-5:30 592 Main, Meeker. Upstairs MEEKER STREAKER MONTHLY SCHEDULE December 2017 NOTE: Please schedule out -of-town appointments before 2:00 PM and call- in advance to set up all medical appointment rides. 970-878-9368[Read More…]
Holiday trade show in Meeker Dec. 8-9
MEEKER | Holiday Meeker Market and Craft and Trade Bazaar Friday, Dec. 8 from 12-7 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hugus Building, Sixth and Main. Booths are available for exhibitors to display and share information about your businesses, crafts and trades. Holiday[Read More…]
Days Gone By: November 23, 2017
The Meeker Herald — 100 years ago – Josephine School Dist. No. 1 has purchased an organ. The instrument was paid for by proceeds from box suppers given by the teacher and pupils. Miss Thelma Fairfield teaches there. – A number of Meeker cattlemen struck it just right on the[Read More…]
It’s a good time to check your tax withholding
RBC | As the end of 2017 approaches, the Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to consider a tax withholding checkup. Taking a closer look at the taxes being withheld now can help ensure the right amount is withheld, either for tax refund purposes or to avoid an unexpected tax bill[Read More…]
Meeker School Board installs new members
MEEKER | The Meeker Board of Education convened Thursday, Nov. 16 for a special meeting to install new school board members and appoint board officers. Incumbents Bill deVergie, Bud Ridings and Dave Smith with new board member Laurie Simonsen were sworn in by Janelle Urista, joining continuing members Tom Allen,[Read More…]
RBC Warranty Deeds: August through October 2017
SELLER: AMY BUDD BUYER: KRISTA BENNER DESCRIPTION: MESA VIEW STATES SUBDIVISION 188420 9 1 487 AGENCY DRIVE TRANSACTION PRICE: $440,000.00 SELLER: JEANNE NEWMAN BUYER: HENRY COUFOS, JANET WHEELING DESCRIPTION: TOWN OF MEEKER 3 93 1134 PARK AVENUE TRANSACTION PRICE: $149,000.00 SELLER: JOHN AND BEVERLY BARTUCCO BUYER: LANCE AND DANETTE COULTER[Read More…]
Come say hi!
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/
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As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
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Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
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A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
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Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
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The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
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MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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