By KARI BRENNAN Special to the Herald Times RBC | In light of February being National Children’s Dental Health Month, I’d like to spotlight the facts of how our school aged children and their attendance to school and performance is being impacted negatively due to poor oral hygiene. “Poor oral health,[Read More…]
Month: February 2018
Rangely Racquetball returns March 9-11
Rangely | The 25th annual Rangely Racquetball Tournament will be held March 9-11 at the Rangely Recreation Center. Entry fees must be received by noon Monday, March 5. Sign up early, as participation is limited. Call tournament director Shirley Parsons, 970-675-5360, or call the rec center at 970-675-8211 for details.
Celebration for Ardith Douglass Feb. 23
Meeker | There will be an afternoon tea retirement celebration for Ardith Douglass at the White River Museum at 565 Park Ave., in Meeker on Friday, Feb. 23 from 3-5 p.m.
Scholarships available for nontraditional students starting or returning to college
RBC | The Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) is now accepting applications for the Lew Goodhart Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to “nontraditional students”, defined as adult students age 22 and older or a re-entry student. Enrollment in a Colorado educational facility is required and preference will be given to[Read More…]
Obituary: Melvin D. Barley
Melvin D. Barley May 31, 1939 ~ Feb. 7, 2018 Melvin Dennis Barley passed on to his heavenly home on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born to Vergle and Sylvia (Hall) Barley in Clifton, Colo., he grew up attending schools in the Grand Valley area[Read More…]
Guest Column: Inspiration from a former patient
By Julie Drake Special to the Herald Times RBC | asked a former patient of mine to write for me this week. He exemplifies motivation, positive attitude, work ethic and drive. These are traits I admired when he was my patient and I felt all who battle serious health conditions should[Read More…]
Citizens voice support for Rangely Police Dept.
RANGELY | The Rangely Town Council heard more feedback about the Rangely Police Department Tuesday and discussed reducing regulations on establishments selling liquor. Councilwoman Lisa Hatch took time during the public input portion of the meeting to address her thoughts regarding the Jan. 23 public forum about concerns with the[Read More…]
Guest Column: The arts are essential for education
RBC | chose my college major based on whether or not I’d have to do calculus. Smart, right? This means instead of going with my original choice of business management (which would have been oh so very helpful now that I actually own a business—darn you, hindsight), I got my[Read More…]
Pinewood Derby …
Packs 189 and 191 held a Pinewood Derby for Cub Scouts on Jan. 31. Cubmasters are Suzi White and Denise White. Keegan Cardin was awarded best sportsmanship. The following placed in the derby: first place, Clay Allred; second place, Chance Allred; third place, Ben Bertoch. COURTESY PHOTO
Obituary: ‘Bill’ Wilford Ray Burgett
‘Bill’ Wilford Ray Burgett Sept. 28, 1928 ~ Feb. 3, 2018 Bill was born to Almer Harrison and Viola Jane Burgett on Sept. 28, 1928, in Slick, Okla. He attended the local country school until moving to Beggs, Okla., in the late 30s. Upon moving to the city he decided[Read More…]
Obituary: Larry Johnson
Larry Johnson Sept. 2, 1942 ~ Feb. 9, 2018 Larry Johnson, 75, of Meeker, Colo., died Friday, Feb. 9, after a long and exhausting illness. Larry is already missed by his wife Sandra and the family he lovingly and patiently watched over for more than 52 years—his children Josh (and[Read More…]
Letter: Tired of economic development models that don’t work
Dear Editor: I appreciate the opportunity to share my thoughts and suggestions to the community through our local newspaper! Rio Blanco County has been at a crossroads for several years. Prospering from the good fortune of developing a very strong tax base relative to our small population but at the[Read More…]
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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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About 80 Meeker Elementary Students participated in the reading competition. Prizes were distributed according to the most minutes read by each student. Story at ht1885.com.
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